A few months before lock-down I was supposed to meet up with fitness queen Courtney Roselle and then got an email from her saying she had to push back because of a “secret” project. I knew right away something dope was happening for her so I let this one slide (j/k)- and then COVID happened […]
15 outdoor fitness programs to check out
If you’re looking to get back into the workout groove and join some group classes, several local health and fitness businesses are taking their classes outside! Here are a few to check out this month. Let us know which businesses we’ve missed and we’ll include them in the next roundup! Brazen Athletics Hoboken Brazen Athletics […]
Fitpea Presents- Easy at Home Quarantine workout
We are all going to be working from home/staying home with our kids while we ride out what’s going on with the Corona virus. It’s so important for all of us to stay safe during this time. It’s also important to try and get some movement in as we stay away from gyms and people. […]
JC Spot: Salsa Fever On2
Salsa Fever On2 is a salsa dance academy located in the Heights. It’s one of the top-rated dance academies and offers classes in all types of Latin dances – salsa, tango, and bachata, to name a few – as well as other monthly workshops for anyone looking to take dance lessons. They’ve been open for […]
FitPea: ToneHouse NYC
It’s the season where we all look at the holiday damage we’ve done and set out to get our thuches (asses in yiddish) to the gym. Now I am not agains NYE resolutions, because it’s a nice feeling to start fresh, but I also dont think people need to wait till a calendar date to […]
FitPea Top 15 “Diet Hacks”
Ah 2020! It’s a New Year, which means it’s also get your ass to the gym and on a diet season. I seriously hate the connotation behind the word “diet.” I don’t really believe in the concept of self-deprivation to reach our goals. Health and fitness is a way of life and healthy habits need […]
Fit-Pea Checks Out Project Sculpt, Laura Hip Fit, Asana Soul Yoga
Life really does come full circle. As I mentioned in my Chicpea Styles post, the initial idea behind this platform 5 years ago was to focus on lifestyle topics like fashion, food, parenting, and fitness. Then it became everything but, and it focused primarily on Jersey City (which we obviously are continuing to do and […]
7 Gyms to Get Your Workout On in Jersey City
They say STRONG is the new SEXY – do you agree? If you’re trying to get fit but aren’t sure where or how to start, rest assured that you’ll find the right gym for you in Jersey City. Whether it’s dance-inspired workouts or any variety of mixed modal training, there is a gym and a […]
Cycle Bar Jersey City
Health and Fitness are very important parts of my life. When choosing a healthy lifestyle, it’s important to find something fun to do! It makes sticking to a routine and remaining consistent so much easier. In fact, I used to teach a spinning class at YMCA and I loved it but I stopped going. Recently, […]
Journey to Abs 2018
Spring is hopefully coming soon?! (hopefully) And it’s time to kick things into gear. Journey to Abs is back! This time with my personal trainer Andrew Solomon from Pivot Fitness. I’ve been working with Andrew for the last few months a few times a week and he’s been kicking my butt. He put together a […]
5 Steps to Building a Better Booty
Summer is officially, finally, here. There’s nothing better than leaving work early on Fridays and heading to a friend’s barbecue. Or jumping in the car on a Sunday morning and heading up to the Catskills to go for a hike. Or sitting on the roof with a bottle of rosé until late in the night with friends. […]
LaBron Collins
LaBron Collins, a Jersey City native, is quite the renaissance man. I stumbled upon his Instagram page and found out that he was trying out for the next season of American Ninja Warrior. When he came to the office, Mike killed the set. I was extremely impressed with what LaBron is capable of. He’s in great shape, […]
Top Places for Dance Workouts in JC
As we enter the second month of 2017, it’s important not to lose sight of the resolutions we set out to accomplish. Maybe you decided that this year you want to pick up a new hobby, improve your fitness, become more social, or even amp up the romance between you and your sweetheart. Did you […]
Journey to Abs Ep2: Quick Cardio Wake-up
Two weeks ago I wrote a post for this column: 11 Reasons Why You Should Work Out in the morning and tips on how to get started. For this episode of Journey to Abs I wanted to share a fun and easy workout you can do in the morning in your living room. No equipment needed! […]
Journey to Abs: 11 Reasons You Should Work Out in the Morning
Since I started this Journey to Abs column, I’ve been getting a lot of questions from people asking me why I wake up so early in the morning. People ask for advice on how to get to the gym early, want to know why it’s better, and want to know how to stay motivated. I’ve […]
Journey to Abs
[wc_box color=”info” text_align=”center”] Introducing a monthly health and fitness column [/wc_box] I lost 20 lbs in the last six months. I workout less and I eat what my body is craving, even if that’s pizza five days in a row. Let me start from the beginning. I know you guys want me to get to […]
IronPlate’s Fitness Holiday Gift Guide
If you’re anything like the people at IronPlate Studios, wellness and fitness are gifts that you want to share with your family and friends this holiday season. The IronPlate team curated a health-minded gift guide that promotes fitness, mindful eating, and overall health and wellness. Read on to find out what IronPlate is loving this […]
Top 11 Thanksgiving Holiday Workouts in Jersey City
It’s that time of year, the time when we like to throw caution to the wind and forget about those workouts we’ve been doing so well with all year in the name of some sweet, sweet turkey and gravy. But it doesn’t have to be that way! I’ve rounded up the top 11 ways for […]
Fitness Plateaus and How to Overcome Them
Nothing can be more frustrating than running up against a plateau – especially if you’ve seen progress with your fitness goals – whether they are fat-loss, body-change or performance related goals at the gym. Don’t panic, though! Though a plateau can feel like a roadblock, it’s actually just a small detour. Think of it as […]
5 Stretches To Do On The Path Train
You’ve had a busy day at work, now you’re on the PATH train, tired, sore, achy, stressed, etc. You just want to stretch it out and relax, but dude next to you has a killer man spread going on, there are a million tired people on the train and you don’t have space to stretch […]