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Inspire Kids To Move At An Early Age

Inspire Kids To Move At An Early Age

We have a wide variety of clients at UpFit Academy in New York, NY, which includes many parents. Our parents often ask how to ensure their kids grow into fit adults. The answer is simple. You have to inspire kids to move at an early age. Fitness is all about eating healthy and being active. […]


Best Exercises To Manage Everyday Pain

Best Exercises To Manage Everyday Pain

When you’re in pain, the last thing you want to do is exercise. However, there are exercises that not only can manage pain, but relieve it. That doesn’t mean that if you have a pulled arm muscle you lift weights, but going for a walk can boost circulation and help improve healing. Active recovery is […]


How Chronic Stress Affects Your Fitness

How Chronic Stress Affects Your Fitness

Stress can affect your health negatively. Stress doesn’t have to be something awful. It can occur with wonderful surprises in life. Getting married or going on a vacation can be just as stressful as losing a job. The worse type of stress is chronic stress. Chronic stress affects your fitness even if the stress seems […]


Why Planks Are So Good For You

Why Planks Are So Good For You

If you workout at UpFit Academy in New York, NY, you’ll have a personalized program at group rates. We use science backed workouts that help you get fit fast. Just because we’re using the latest information, it doesn’t mean we throw out traditional workouts. In fact, many traditional exercises, like planks, are even more valued […]


Is Hot Yoga Better Than Regular Yoga

Is Hot Yoga Better Than Regular Yoga

There are all types of yoga. Hatha, Iyengar, Kundalini, Ashtanga Vinyasa, Bikram, Yin and restorative are just a few. When you think of hot yoga, you’re often referring to Bikram yoga that was one of the first to be done in a room that’s sometimes 105 degrees. However, doing any style of yoga can be […]



Can a PB&J Be Healthy?

Can a PB&J Be Healthy?

Yes, that simple PB&J sandwich that your mother made may actually be more than quick and filling. It can be healthy, too. Some peanut butter and jelly sandwiches are healthier than others are. It all depends on the type of peanut butter, bread and jelly that’s used. Instead of white bread, use whole wheat. Make […]


Can a PB&J Be Healthy?

Can a PB&J Be Healthy?

Yes, that simple PB&J sandwich that your mother made may actually be more than quick and filling. It can be healthy, too. Some peanut butter and jelly sandwiches are healthier than others are. It all depends on the type of peanut butter, bread and jelly that’s used. Instead of white bread, use whole wheat. Make […]


Good Gluten Free Options

Good Gluten Free Options

Going gluten free isn’t always the best option for everyone, but it does have its benefits for people who are gluten intolerant. If you have celiac disease, are gluten sensitive or intolerant, then gluten free options are definitely necessary in your diet. What is gluten? Gluten is a protein found in grains like wheat. It’s […]