Ask the Trainer: How to Get Rid of Annoying Armpit Fat

Sandra Conti is Jersey Strong’s Director of Group Training. Whether it is Yoga, Group Power, or Group Ride, Sandra knows the ins and outs of group fitness. With extensive knowledge of our suite of classes, Sandra also knows how to target different areas of the body and certain muscle groups to make the most of your…

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Can Yoga Help You Lose Weight?

When you think weight loss, yoga probably isn’t the first thing that comes to mind. But talk to anyone who’s tried yoga and they’ll tell you what they weren’t expecting: even beginner flows can be surprisingly intense.

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5 Mistakes You May Be Making in Spin Class

New to spin class? You may be intimidated by those neat rows of bikes, or by the veteran pros who waltz over to a bike and know their exact settings. But don’t be nervous! The best part about spin is that you control your resistance – so you can tailor the class to your specific…

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Healthy Holiday Food Hacks to Keep You On Track This Season

The good news: the average American only gains one pound during the weeks between Thanksgiving and Christmas. The bad news: for most Americans, that becomes a year-over-year, holiday-to-holiday pattern, and they never shed the weight. This begs the question: how can we avoid this one extra pound altogether?

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Build Muscle and Burn Calories with Kickboxing

Mix up your routine with a workout that doesn’t require you to hit the weight rack, and instead lets you kick and punch the bag — for real! It is set in a fun, encouraging group environment, and is coached by a top fitness professional to increase motivation and reduce the risk of injury. That’s right,…

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How to Get the Most Out of Your Gym Membership

Your gym membership may seem pretty self explanatory, but really there are several more ways your gym membership allows you exclusive access and benefits. Sure, you may know about all the cardio equipment, free tanning and babysitting and group training classes at your disposal, but take a second look to see if you are making…

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Our Trainers Share Their Workout Snacks

Want to fuel your fitness but unsure of the best workout snacks? We went straight to the source and asked our personal trainers one of their most frequently asked questions. A lot of people trying to lose weight are afraid to eat around their workout, but the truth is that your body needs fuel to perform…

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