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Working out indoors has become more than a seasonal affair this year. As we spend more and more time working out at home, the fitness industry has gotten creative, with clever, new products to make working out indoors easier, quicker, and more interesting than ever. Weve rounded up some of the best fitness and workout gear, gadgets, classes, and attire to satisfy (and challenge) every athlete on your list.

This year, you wont have to sweat. But trust us, they will.

[Photo: courtesy Bandier]Bala BanglesSend the power walker or Pilates buff in your life a set of these playfully retro Bala Banglesavailable in three weights and a variety of cheerful colors. They look cute, but theyll add an extra layer of strength training to any workout that will definitely not go unnoticed.

[Photo: courtesy Theragun]Theragun MiniThe Theragun Mini is a Recommender favorite for good reason: This science-backed percussion massager packs 150 minutes of battery life, delivers 20 pounds of force, and can be tucked into their gym bag, purse, or home office desk drawer for whenever they need relief.

[Photo: courtesy Nordictrack]NordicTracks FreeStride TrainerFast Company senior writer Elizabeth Segran loves her NordicTrack FreeStride Trainer, a compact elliptical that brings your workout on a whirlwind, worldwide journey via its built-in screen. She adds, Ive never been able to run before, because it has caused too much pain in my knees and shins, but this machine has allowed me to mimic a running motion, without impact. For the first time, Ive been able to join virtual classes that prepare you for races or endurance runs. Other times, Ive taken hikes or walks, slowing my pace but increasing my incline and resistance.

Horizon Fitness 7.0 AT TreadmillLikewise, this smart, lightweight, easy-to-operate treadmill will keep the whole familys winter quarantine blues at bay. The Horizon Treadmill features the ability to stream classes from Peloton and Zwift, can be speed-adjusted with the quick swipe of a wheel, and, best of all, is currently priced under $1,000.

[Photo: courtesy Manduka]Manduka PRO MatsManduka PRO Mats are so reliable even the fussiest zen masters will struggle to find fault. They have cushion, grip, and stick, and are available in different thicknesses andblesslengths for long-legged yogis.

[Photo: courtesy Vuori]Vuori Performance PantShorts and sweats from D2C athleisure brand Vuori are beyond comfortable and, according to Fast Company senior editor Morgan Clendaniel, so soft. We suspect any Work from Home Warrior would be tickled to receive a pair of their literally-wear-anywhere bottoms such as the Ponto Shorts or Performance Pant. In fact, youll probably want to stock up for yourself.

[Photo: courtesy Allbirds]AllBirds Tree Dashers Running ShoesAllBirds eco-savvy footwear is stylish, reliable, and surprisingly rugged. But the Tree Dashers raise the stakes: adding responsive design, antimicrobial materials, and rigorous athletic testing for a running shoe built to last. They pack the same beloved features as the originallightweight, machine-washable, and environmentally conscious materials, such as a midsole made from sugarcane-derived Sweetfoam. A Fast Company editor who tested them raved: It honestly felt like my whole foot was getting a massage when I wore them.

AfterShokz HeadphonesBone. Conduction. Headphones. Hear us out: AfterShokz headphones sit just outside of your ears and deliver sound via bone conduction technology, vibrating sound through your cheekbones to your inner ear. So your favorite runner can clearly hear both traffic signals and their tunes while on their daily jog.

[Photo: courtesy B Mat]B YogaWe love B Yogas sustainable gear for long vinyasa flow and evening restorative stretches. Their signature B Mats are very grippy, come in covetable jewel tones, and feature just the right amount of cushion for your bodys needs. Pair with a set of B Yogas Cork Blocks and Resistance Bands and inner peace might be achieved this holiday seasonif only for an hour at a time.

AloMovesStreaming options for at-home fitness are aplenty, but AloMoves has become one of our consistent favorites. Created by style-savvy yoga-wear brand AloYoga, the subscription service features thousands of studio classesincluding yoga, HIIT, and barrebut also mindfulness training, with coach-led meditation sessions geared toward stress release, breath work, and sleep.

[Photo: courtesy Outdoor Voices]Outdoor Voices All Day SweatpantsAustin-bred Outdoor Voices much-loved, pillowy soft Cloudknit is extra dreamy in a slim jogger. The stretchy, breathable All Day Sweatpants are flattering and polished enough to wear around town, but so, so comfy that they might never leave the couch.

Outdoor Voices Exercise DressI have yet to find a femme-identifying athleisure lover who didnt end up obsessed with the Exercise Dress from Outdoor Voices. In stretchy, breathable, sweat-wicking fabric, with built-in bra and compression shorts, this flattering, throw-on dress looks great when working out, riding your bike, and taking your weekly rushed trip to the grocery store while making minimal contact. Theyre easily layered with sweaters and tights in the winter and look extra cute from barre to cocktails in the summer. Get them one or fourbecause that will happen eventually.

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Drina Hoover told herself if she could keep her business operational for five years, it would be a sign that she has something special on her hands.

As the owner of Weigh Fit Nutrition, 32117 Old Street, in Rockwood, she reached that five-year benchmark with full exercise classes and a healthy number of memberships.

But, along came COVID-19, and the pandemic that has claimed so many businesses throughout the year has added one more to the casualty list.

Hoover said she handed in the keys to the building landlord on Dec. 1, bringing an end to the fitness spot that actually lasted more than six years.

The decision to call it quits was one of the hardest things she said shes had to do.

According to the owner, never in a million years did she think her business would be capsized by a pandemic.

After exhausting her cash flow, not qualifying for business loans and struggling through the governors statewide shutdown on gyms, membership dropped significantly.

Hoover fought to keep her loyal members, even allowing about a dozen of them to take her spin bicycles home so they could continue working out.

Some also took home weights.

She taught fitness classes online and outdoors to keep the business going.

It was an extreme effort and a challenge members helped her with along the way.

I cant thank some of you members enough for standing by my side through all of this, she said in a farewell post on the fitness social media page. You guys are the reason this post is so tough. I will still continue to support you all and help you achieve your health goals any way I possibly can.

Hoover, who is a working mother, said she couldnt keep up with notices about someone potentially being exposed to someone who tested positive, and having to pass along to her members.

Ultimately, the owner said many people just didnt feel comfortable returning to gym facility workouts.

Some people were afraid, and I dont blame them, Hoover said. Some (business owners) found ways to bend the rules, but I thought that was a slap in the face to health care workers who work out here.

This was supposed to be fun, she said of her business. But, it was taking from my family.

Lease payments continued to roll in and when she couldnt make arrangements because the landlord said he could get someone else to rent the building, the writing was on the wall and the fight was over.

Just prior to handing over the keys to the building, Hoover said she sold as much as she could the bicycles, weights, balls and all.

Most of her members bought the items for sale.

Hoover is proud of the business operation she built from top to bottom.

She said she made sure she paid back members who were due refunded money.

I made sure I did everything.

The pandemic has had an impact not only on Hoover, but also her family. A few of them operate small businesses, including her mother-in-law who owns Flat Rock Lanes, which is not considered an essential business.

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Despite the loss, Hoover is grateful for the experience and relationships she built.

I was brand new to the business and they welcomed me with open arms, she said. Ive met so many friends. I think I changed the lives of a lot of people and they have changed mine. They have become family.

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Theres a new workout spot in Jersey City that is adjusting to the times of COVID-19, and its in the Heights. Dyamond Fitness, located at 317 Central Avenue, is a predominantly outdoor and virtual workout experience focusing on more than just exercise to accomplish any fitness goal in mind. We chatted with owner and trainer, Dyamond Ruffin, to learn more about his business and his experience in the industry.

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Dyamond has been in the fitness industry for about five years now, but his love for staying in shape and working toward goals started long before becoming a business owner.

I played football my whole life and fitness was a part of staying in playing shape, and I enjoyed the fitness part just as much as playing. I played collegiate football and really got started in fitness then, Dyamond shared with Hoboken Girl.

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Dyamond graduated from Wesley College with a bachelors degree in kinesiology, and while obtaining this degree, he learned why he wanted to get into the industry in a big way.

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For my senior research project, I interned at a physical therapy clinic and realized I enjoyed helping people recover and reach their goals. So I combined my passion for fitness and helping people into one.

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Now, through Dyamond Fitness, he is able to help people of all ages with varying goals achieve them. He says that his most common request is weight loss, but a mental improvement is actually what he wants for his clients. I hope that people gain the confidence they have always wanted and for them to feel like the best versions of themselves. The results will come, but how you feel is what is most important.

Dyamond is able to help his clients achieve their goals through more than just exercise, knowing that both physical and mental health play a role in full transformation.

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I tell my clients to focus on creating a habit of exercising instead of the end goals initially. Short term goals and habits lead to the overall outcome goal and habit change is most important.

In order to continue to offer the highest quality of training and information to his clients, Dyamond is continuing his pursuit of knowledge through higher education. He is currently working on a masters degree in Applied Kinesiology and Physiology to stay on track with the latest trends and gain a further understanding of the science behind fitness results.

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The Dyamond Fitness mission is to push people to be their best selves through fitness. Dyamond offers a variety of training options, including personal training sessions, semi-private training sessions, and small group classes.

For small group classes, clients can pick from options such as Bootcamp Class, High-Intensity Interval Training class, and Boxing. Sessions and classes can be adapted for all ages and fitness levels. Dyamond says when people sign up for his classes they can expect fun, no judgment, high energy, a lot of sweat, and good music.

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In response to COVID-19 restrictions, Dyamond has made sure to conduct many of his classes outside and limit the number of guests inside. Despite these changes, he says that his business has actually grown in 2020. The pandemic has helped my business tremendously. I have decided to focus on growing my business and take the initiative instead of rolling over.

To learn more about what Dyamond Fitness has to offer and to book a session, head to http://www.dyamondfitness.com, or email train@dyamondfitness.com.

Jordan and Joelle are true Jersey Girls. Originally hailing from down the shore in Hazlet, NJ, the girls made their "rite of passage" move to Hoboken a few short years after graduating with degrees in Communications from Loyola University. Outside of their 9-5 as senior publishers in NYC, the twins can be found walking their yorkie-poo Chica, working out at the best hot yoga studios, or trying out the best restaurants in town. Like many 20-somethings, Jordan and Joelle are balling on a budget and know how to score the best deals around town!

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When the first shut down happened earlier this year, I was really worried about losing my fitness progress. I was going to the gym anywhere from 5 to 7 times a week, doing a mix of personal training sessions and using the machines on my own. Even though gyms reopened, I haven't felt comfortable going back and I know I am not alone.

Due to the pandemic, it was nearly impossible to find appropriately-priced dumbbells anywhere online for months (At one point, I saw a single 10-pound dumbbell going for $65 on Amazon). I soon realized that the best quality investment was to buy an actual at-home fitness a machine ahem, I mean studio.

All of the fancy fitness machines on this list are more than just a tool to use. Each brand offers its own take on advancing your fitness journey with cool classes, advanced exercise technology, or both. If you were previously paying top dollar for a gym membership or personal trainer (I was spending $200/month), most of these products are less than the annual cost of a freal gym. And they are right inside of your house, no driving required.

These at-home fitness products can work as a gift to a loved one, or just a gift to yourself for getting through this year.

Tempo Studio - tempo.fit

Tempo is the brand I'd recommend most to anyone who was working with a personal trainer in a gym. The home studio has a 42" HD screen where you'll follow an instructor for each class. Tempo offers classes between five to 60 minutes. Unlike doing a YouTube fitness video, Tempo monitors your movements t0 make adjustments and recommendations. If you're bending too far over while doing squats, the machine will correct you. If you're moving too fast during a workout, it'll recommend adjusting your weights to a heavier setting for a future workout.

The Tempo Studio comes with:

You can either pay in full for the machine, or you can opt to pay $55/month with 0% APR for 36 months. A Tempo Studio membership is $39/month.

The MYX Plus - myxfitness.com

The MYX is a budget-friendly competitor of the Peloton. If you want to know more about the differences, you can read my review after ride a MYX bike for 3 weeks straight. This bike is great for people interested in getting a studio cycling bike, but also want classes. MYX Fitness drops new classes weekly, include bike classes, floor classes, a hybrid of the two, plus mindful classes for digestion and pain.

The MYX Plus bike includes:

To access those wonderful classes, it is $29/month for a MYX Fitness membership. When you order today, your bike can possibly arrive before Christmas. Depending on where you live, this will take three to five weeks for delivery.

The Mirror - Lululemon

The Mirror is a Lululemon product that brings a virtual coach right into your home. You can take fitness classes in your living room, following the skilled Mirror trainers. Because it's literally a mirror, you'll watch yourself as you workout. It can be leaned against any blank space you have in your home, whether you're in a tiny apartment or have converted your office into a workout room. And when you're done, it turns back into a mirror.

You can take classes ranging between five to 60 minutes, in 50+ different genres. You can choose from live weekly classes or on-demand classes, depending on your comfort level.

You'll be able to track your heart rate and progress during every workout, and you'll get a recap of the highlights to see where you excelled. This tracked progress is part of Mirror's algorithm, which sets you up to compete with yourself by rewarding you with points when you beat previous records.

You can try out the Mirror for 30 days and if you don't love it, you can return it risk-free. They'll also let you finance the mirror for $42/month for 36 months. The membership subscription cost is $39/month to access all of Mirror's classes.

T 9.5 S - NordicTrack

Let's get back to the basics here. You cannot go wrong with having a treadmill in your house. It is much easier than going outside and running, especially when there is inclement weather. If you want a treadmill that will really push you, a NordicTrack is the way to go. The brand is the best in the game when it comes to incline and decline (on select models).

This treadmill has a 14" HD touchscreen, that ou can either ignore or use to take iFit treadmill classes. If you really like to get personal with a trainer, you can even opt to take one of their live classes where the trainer controls your machine, thus forcing you to actually raise the incline on your treadmill, instead of pretending you did.

Of all the fitness tools on this list, this NordicTrack is possibly the best bang for your buck. Many NordicTrack machines come with a free 1-year iFit membership ($468 value). And most machines can be used without a membership, so ideally, if you don't ever want to pay for a membership, you don't have to.

Due to high demand, this will not ship until December 23rd. But that is right in time for those New Year's resolutions!

Row-s - Echelon

If you're looking for a low-impact cardio machine, a rower is right for you. This rower model is equipped with a 22" monitor you can use to take classes or just enjoy a nice, scenic row.

This rower is estimated to ship on or around 12/11. You can also finance this rower for $42/month, with $0 down. Echelon's FitPass offers a free 30-day trial and varies in price between $19.99 and $39.

If you want a cheaper option, the Smart Rower is $600 less but does not come with a built-in tablet. If you have a tablet already, you don't honestly need one and can opt for this instead.

Carbon EX - proform.com

Similar to a rower, an elliptical offers a low-impact workout, but with a heavier cardio punch. When working between resistances, you will drip in sweat whether you're flying fast on a low resistance of dreading through mud on a high resistance.

This ProForm elliptical offers an iFit membership with interactive training sessions where your trainer can control your resistance during your ride. You can also stream global and studio classes, so you'll have plenty of variety to keep you from getting bored.

While this is one of the least expensive machines on the list, you can still opt to finance this for $56/month for 18 months. You can get a month free of an iFit membership, then it starts at $15/month.

TreadClimber TC200 - BowFlex

A treadclimber is like an elliptical and a treadmill had a baby. But this baby is anything but soft. Even on the lowest setting, this machine will still kick your butt. At a moderate pace, you can burn over 200 calories in just 10 minutes. This isn't a machine that you need to sprint on, BowFlex literally markets it as a way to "walk your way to a more fit body, a calmer mind and a reenergized spirit." I don't know about your spirit, but you'll definitely be on a great fitness journey with this machine.

You can finance this for $112/month for 18 months. There's no membership required for this product, so you'll just be paying for the machine.

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Fitness Court Opens in Mebane

The outdoor, workout at your own pace facility, is perfect for exercising in these times.

Cone Health and the city of Mebane make it easy and fun for residents and their families to exercise. The Cone Health Community Fitness Court is now open in Mebane Community Park. The project is part of a 2020 initiative launched by National Fitness Campaign (NFC), a nationwide consulting organization that partners with cities and schools to plan, build and fund healthy infrastructure.

The Cone Health Community Fitness Court is an open-air wellness center that allows people to use their body weight to get a complete workout. Created with adults of all ages in mind, the Fitness Court is adaptable to all fitness levels. Users can download the free Fitness Court App, Fitness Court. The coach-in-your-pocket style platform transforms the outdoor gym into a digitally supported ecosystem. The app guides workouts or allows fitness buffs to compare their performance with others. Fitness Court is available for iOS and Android.

With all of the challenges around us today, many have found exercise to be more important than ever, says Deno Adkins, vice president, ambulatory network. With this outdoor facility, Cone Health is right there with the Mebane community for every set of every workout. Cone Health is the exclusive health care sponsor of the facility.

This year, the city of Mebane and dozens of other recipients from around the country were awarded a $30,000 grant from NFC to help support the program. In addition to grant funding, a city match and $35,000 from Cone Health helped make the project possible.

To be Positively Charming, (the city motto) a community has to encourage healthy living, says David Cheek, city manager, Mebane. With Cone Health and our other sponsors' generous support, Mebane's new fitness court provides another option for our citizens to get fit!

NFC developed the trademarked seven-station system in 2012 hoping to inspire municipalities to transform public spaces into community fitness hubs. There are currently 100 Fitness Court locations across the country, and the campaign will reach 250 cities and schools by the end of 2020.

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LINCOLN, R.I. (WPRI) Two gyms in Rhode Island had members coming and going on Wednesday, despite an order from the state to close for safety reasons.

The Maxx Fitness Clubzz in Lincoln and Warren say they plan to stay open and safe during Gov. Gina Raimondos two-week pause for as long as they can.

The pause, which started on Monday, required gyms and other fitness centers to temporarily close.

On Tuesday, an inspector from the state COVID-19 Enforcement Task Force visited both gyms and issued them $500 citations for not following the rules.

Both locations also received immediate compliance orders to shut down.

It is hereby ordered, that Respondent is to immediately close all indoor operations until suchtime as the requirement set forth in Executive Order 20-100, and any successor Executive Order thereto, that gyms and fitness centers cease indoor operations is lifted, the order reads.

Maxx Fitness owner Matthew DAmico said if the gyms shut down again, they may not be able to reopen.

This is an arbitrary decision that will put a lot of people out of business, DAmico said. There is no data and science that COVID spreads in gyms.

DAmico said he spent thousands to get up to code with the states guidance, and they havent had an outbreak among members or staff.

According to the R.I. Department of Health, the temporary restrictions and closures are necessary in order to reduce transmission rates.

The restrictions are really focused on what are considered higher-risk settings, in those places like gyms, for example, RIDOH spokesperson Joseph Wendelken said.

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For most of the coronavirus pandemic, the weather has been warm enough for people to exercise outdoors, running or riding bikes in a way that keeps them safelydistanced from others.

Now, as the cold weather leads people to shift toward indoor exerciseoptions, apartment buildings are preparing for greater usage of their fitness center amenities.

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The treadmills in the fitness center at the RiverPoint apartment building.

Apartment managers have taken a host of safety precautionsto maketheir indoor fitness centers safe forresidents, and they say they are seeing strong demand for the spaces as the weather turns cold. In some cases, the number of people seeking to use fitness centers exceeds their allowable capacity under pandemic restrictions, and building ownershave turned to reservation systems to schedule workouts.

"We've put some rules in place to make sure 50 people don't end up in the fitness center at one time," Akridge Chairman Chip Akridge said of the developer's new RiverPoint building. "We're limiting the number of people to about five at a time, and two at a time in the yoga room, and then they need to move on out and let somebody else come in."

For residents that don't feel comfortable sharing a workout space with others during the pandemic, buildings have ramped up their virtual offerings that give residents the ability to take classes from their apartments. And many renters are investing in their own equipment to use in their units, even when there's a fitness center downstairs.

"You're seeing more treadmills get delivered, bikes getting delivered, Pelotons, a lot of people really did go to the home fitness," Kettler Vice President of Operations Kimberly Ramsey said. "That didn't make it so people weren't using the amenities, but some people preferred to take their fitness in-house."

Bozzuto Regional Vice President Lauren Jarboe said the firm was forced to close down gyms at the beginning of the pandemic due to government restrictions, butopened them back upin July.

"Once we were able to open back up, there was a large demand of people wanting to work out inside," Jarboe said.

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The fitness center at The Kelvin apartment building in D.C.

Bozzuto General Manager Mark Hannan, who manages Jair Lynch's The Kelvin apartment building near Nationals Park, said he has seen an increased demand for treadmillsas the weather has gotten colder.

The building's 2,700 SF gymhas four treadmills, and two of them had been closed off to support social distancing. But Hannansaid hereceived multiple requests from residents over the last week to open all of the treadmills, so his team rearranged the gym to allow all four treadmills to be used with proper distancing.

"It's really just about the space with the best layout of the equipment you have," Hannan said. "Some equipment isn't used as much, so maybe pushing that to an undesirable location or getting rid of it entirely for the time being so you can bring online the important things, the ellipticals, the treadmills, the weight area and providing enough space in those locations."

Ramsey said she hasn't seen a significant influx of fitness center usagein the weeks since the cold weather began, but she attributes that to the Thanksgiving holiday, and she said she is expecting a bigsurge after New Year's Day.

"Every year after the holidays, we see everyone start their New Year's resolution, even if it only lasts a few weeks, you always see an increase around that time," she said. "I'd anticipate we see a similar increase this year. I do think there's increased demand."

WC Smith Community Manager Connor Fay, who manages the three-building Capitol Riverfrontcomplex The Collective, said he expects an increase in usage of indoor fitness amenities during the winter. The Collective's third building, The Garrett, recently opened with a full-sized basketball court, a tennis court and a racquetball court, and the complex also has a lap pool, a golf simulator and multiplefitness studios.

"With the temperature drops, the likelihood of people running outside in 30-degree weather is reduced," he said. "While people might be pushed to come inside, we have a ton of different spaces they can use to keep working out through the winter."

Now roughly nine months from the start of the pandemic, these building managers have had time to implement a series of safety precautions for residents that choose to work out indoors.

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The basketball court at WC Smith's The Garrett apartment building, part of the three-building complex The Collective.

At The Collective, Fay said the team has worked to preventcrowding in its larger fitness spaces. The tennis court and racquetball court can only be used by making reservations, and residents must fill outa sign-in sheet to use the basketball court.

The development's fitness amenities have also been limited to only residents during the pandemic, while previously residents were allowed to bring two guests per apartment. Fay said the remote working trend has also helped reduce crowding.

"With people working from home more, they're able to spread workout times throughout the day a little more ... rather than the morning and evening rush," Fay said.

The Collective's management team addeda new employeeto focus on the fitness amenities, Senior Events and Fitness Coordinator Adam Murphy. Fay said they made thehire because the thirdbuilding added multiple large fitness spaces and because they are seeing strong demand for the indoor fitness amenities.

The team has also increased the number of hand-sanitizing stations and wipes in the fitness spaces, and it shutsspaces down periodicallythroughout the dayto allow for morecleaning. It has also reorganized fitness equipment to allow for social distancing, and it has moved yoga classes from the studio to the basketball court.

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The fitness center at the RiverPoint apartment building in D.C.

At RiverPoint, Akridge ispreparing toinstall a product from pathogen control technology companyUV Angelin its common areas to kill virus particles and recirculate clean air.

"That's something we never thought about before the pandemic," Akridge said. "It's an airborne disease, and these units are specifically designed to kill pathogens in the air, so I think they'll be widely accepted as people learn more about them."

TheBozzuto team managing RiverPoint has implemented a reservation system for the building's2,700 SF fitness center to help maintain its limited capacity. The teamhas also increased the number of sanitizer stations and wipes.

In addition to the fitness center, the building has a heated rooftop pool that will allow residents to swim laps when it opens in January, andAkridge highlighted its proximity to public outdoor exercise options such as theAnacostia Riverwalk Trail and the kayaking offerings on the river.

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The yoga studio at The Kelvin apartment building in D.C.

At The Kelvin, in addition to rearranging the equipment in the fitness studio, the Bozzuto team has installed signage reminding people to wear masks, wipe down equipment and keep their distance from others.

The building's fitness center has a capacity limit of 30 people, but Hannan said it rarely has more than 10 people inside at one time. He said someresidentsare wary of entering when they see too many people in the gymat once.

"You do get some people not comfortable with certain amounts and decide to come back another time," he said.

Additionally, the Kelvinteam has shifted the budget it had planned for in-person class instructors to virtual workout offerings. The building now offers a series of virtual classes that residents can stream from their apartments.

"What we did was turn that into a virtual option, which was a money-saver for us, and we were able to offer more virtual classes because we didn't have on-site instructors coming in," Hannan said.

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The plexiglass barriers in between machines at one of Kettler's apartment buildings.

At some of Kettler's buildings, Ramsey said the team has installed plexiglass shields between pieces of workout equipment. She said it has also installed signs reminding residentsof health protocols, added more sanitizing stations and wipes, and increased the frequency of cleanings.

Kettler offeredoutdoor fitness classes during the warm weather months, and it is now ramping up its virtual fitness classes.

"We were able to appeal to some of those people that were less comfortable in the indoor environments and indoor amenities, we did see them participate more in the outdoor activities," Ramseysaid. "Those were very well-received when the weather was nice this summer, and honestly the weather was great up until about a week ago."

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NEWPORT NEWS, Va. (WAVY) Newport News Fitness Coach and Influencer Robert Brix Glover is sharing his fitness journey on the popular Facebook talk show Red Table Talk with hosts Jada Pinkett-Smith and her daughter Willow Smith.

So, a few months ago, their producers reached out to me via email and there was a series on interviews. Then last month, they gave me a call and told me to fly out the next day. It was short notice, but it was an amazing experience and Im super grateful for the opportunity, said Brix.

The Norfolk State alumni shared his transformative weight loss story along with five other people during the episode. In 2013,Brix weighed close to 350 pounds, and lived a lifestyle of overeating, and partying. After struggling with his weight for years, he decided to buckle down and lose 140 pounds.

It was March 1, 2013. I remember it like it was yesterday. I had a breakthrough moment where I just decided to change everything about the way I existed, he said.

Brix believes mindfulness and meditation gave him the ability to sustain his weight loss. Now, he uses those tools to help others achieve their weightless goals through his own fitness brand that offers coaching, personalized training, and nutrition plans.

Brix said he hopes his story will inspire others to change their mindset and work towards living a healthier lifestyle.

Thats a big part of my mission. To use my life, my story, and to live by example. But yes, I definitely have seen these opportunities happening. It was an intention that I set for myself, said Brix.

You can follow Brix and his fitness journey on Facebook, Instagram, and Youtube.

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GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. For Jamie Centilli, her barre and spin studio The Dailey Method is like a second home, she said. She opened it three years ago in the Eastown neighborhood and its been packed since then.

However, when the pandemic hit back in March, Centilli abided by state orders and made adjustments.

Its definitely been a struggle. From the beginning with the shutdown, we immediately tried to pivot to keep the business going, Centilli said during an interview with Fox 17 on Thursday. So, again with the second [order], we brainstormed right away and pivoted again to keep our clients moving because especially as we enter the winter months, its important to keep your body moving.

Centilli said exercise is also important for ones mental and emotional health. So when the state announced a second temporary order, or three-week pause, that began before Thanksgiving, she and her team brainstormed about how to encourage their clients to continue moving while stuck at home.

Now with the current order, we have opened the studio to where people can use their headphones. We record a class ahead of time that they can watch, and the bikes are set up 12 feet apart, Centilli said. So, its more like a traditional gym setting, although were much smaller. Between the two rooms, we can only have seven people.

Centilli said her clients and staff have been great at adjusting to the changes. However, its been a roller coaster emotionally, especially when the major fitness chains have remained opened.

The current temporary restrictions are expected to end next week. Centilli said shell be keeping a close eye on what the state says. In the meantime, theyll continue to abide the current order to help slow the spread of the virus.

I want this place to survive COVID, Centilli said. I say that all the time. So, that keeps me going.

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DETROIT, Dec. 3, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Health Alliance Plan (HAP), a Michigan-based nonprofit health plan, is partnering with Peerfit, a digital health technology company, to bring Peerfit Move to its Medicare Advantage members. Peerfit Move encourages Medicare members to maintain an active lifestyle by providing flexible fitness options and facilitating social connections. The current Peerfit network has more than 290 facilities in Michigan and more than 10,500 nationwide.

Regular physical activity is essential for those who are Medicare-eligible because it can help improve mental and physical health. It also helps seniors maintain their independence, something that has become increasingly important during the COVID-19 pandemic.

HAP's fitness benefit powered by Peerfit will be available to all individual Medicare Advantage and Medicare Supplement members who are enrolled in a 2021 HAP plan. Members who utilize HAP's fitness benefit will have credits available to them each month that can be used toward a gym membership, an in-home FitKit, and/or virtual or in-person classes at a fitness studio or community center. Each month, members will determine how they want to use their credits, providing members with the option of sticking with their fitness plan or using their credits to try something new. Peerfit's extensive national network also means that "snowbirds" who visit other states for up to six months each year can visit any of the brick and mortar locations in the Peerfit network during their time away from home.

Upon logging in to the Peerfit Move account, HAP's Medicare members will enjoy access to an expanded fitness network that includes community events as well as at-home activity programs including virtual classes, specialty hosted classes, and access to training catalogs like Peerfit Move FitKits and BurnAlong Streaming Fitness. The Peerfit program is designed for flexibility to encourage and support active senior living.

To learn more about HAP's Medicare Advantage coverage that features multiple, industry-leading benefits, exceptional customer satisfaction scores and member-friendly programs, visit hap.org.

About Health Alliance PlanHealth Alliance Plan (HAP) is a Michigan-based, nonprofit health plan that provides health coverage to individuals and companies of all sizes. For 60 years, HAP has partnered with leading doctors and hospitals, employers and community organizations to enhance the health and well-being of the lives it touches. HAP offers a product portfolio with six distinct product lines: Group Insured Commercial, Individual, Medicare, Medicaid (using the HAP Empowered name), Self-Funded and Network Leasing. HAP excels in delivering award-winning preventive services, disease management and wellness programs, as well as personalized customer service. For more information, visit http://www.hap.org.

About PeerfitPeerfit is the market leader in connecting employers and carriers with personalized fitness experiences. Through their digital platform, insurance carriers, brokers and employers can redefine their benefits offerings by giving employees and members access to a network of fitness studios, gyms and streaming services offering a variety of classes and experiences that cater to all levels of fitness and activity. For more information, visit peerfit.com or peerfitmove.com.

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