Lately, new forms of fitness are redefining how people engage with their physical well-being by blending creativity, technology, and community-driven experiences. Hybrid fitness classes, combining elements like dance, martial arts, and strength training, are becoming popular for their dynamic approach to exercise. These innovative approaches reflect a shift toward more engaging, diverse, and holistic fitness. By embracing activities that resonate, you invest in a healthier, happier version of yourself.
To mesh with our health & wellness theme, we asked our fitness related sponsors what their smart & effective ‘get fit’ solutions are for 2025 and here’s what we found out.
Club Fit in Briarcliff Manor
Unleash your potential with Strike Kickboxing, the latest fitness trend in our new Strike Studio! Whether you opt for a quick 30-minute session or a full 60, our certified instructors deliver high-energy classes that combine skill-building with a killer workout. Experience improved strength, coordination, and cardiovascular endurance while learning precise techniques. Feel empowered as you master new skills, enhance balance, and boost your confidence. Plus, it’s the perfect way to relieve stress and blow off steam in a fun, focused environment. Step into the ring and discover how Strike Kickboxing transforms your fitness journey – one punch, one kick, one class at a time!
ROAMFurther Athletics
ROAMFurther Athletics is dedicated to inspiring people of all ages to embrace movement as a pathway to health, confidence, and adventure. Specializing in innovative fitness programs based on parkour and ninja-warrior style obstacle training ROAM helps individuals build strength, agility, and resilience while having fun. By promoting a mindset of continuous improvement in an inclusive and collaborative atmosphere, ROAM empowers participants to overcome physical and mental challenges, fostering a sense of accomplishment and well-being. Whether you’re looking to stay active, connect with others, or take your fitness journey to the next level, ROAMFurther Athletics offers a unique approach to staying healthy and living life to the fullest.
Armonk Tennis
As a tennis club, our get-fit solution is to get out on the court and play. A lot of people struggle to maintain a gym routine, but a sport like tennis, which requires constant movement and exercises the whole body, is a great way to work out without the focus being on how many reps are left. Cardio Tennis is a particularly good program we have for working up a sweat, but even just rallying with a friend helps burn calories and build stamina. Since reaching any type of fitness goal requires commitment, tennis is an ideal activity because it’s social and fun, providing extra motivation to stick with it.
New Castle Physical Therapy & Personal Training
My get-fit tip is to focus on your weakest orthopedic link and slowly build a program around it. You may have the best designed strength and conditioning program, but if it flares up your back, knee or shoulder, your progress will likely come to a halt. Some common exercises that occasionally cause problems are overhead shoulder presses, deep squats, deep dips and sit ups (even crunches!). More mindful replacement exercises would be rotator cuff strengthening, clamshells, planks and side planks. Even with these exercises, it is important to start slowly and build. Avoid the mistake of too much, too soon!
The Boys & Girls Club of Northern Westchester
Our get-fit solution is swimming! Swimming offers the benefit of a full-body workout and can lead to improved cardiovascular fitness, weight management, and stress reduction. At Boys & Girls Club of Northern Westchester (BGCNW) we offer Learn-to-Swim classes for all ages in addition to: stroke development clinics; the Marlins, competitive youth swim team – nationally ranked in the top 5% of swim clubs; adult lap swim; and, the adult Masters swim team. Water safety is a critical skill, especially for children. Each year in the U.S. the #1 cause of accidental death for children aged 6 and under is drowning. Over 70,000 children have learned to be water safe at the Club.
Sweat in Pleasantville
Sweat’s preferred “get-fit” solution is straightforward – consistency. With everything in life, results are a direct relationship between the effort you’ve put in. I can see changes in our clients who have dedicated the time to their hot yoga or skulpt class workouts, consistently showed up for themselves, and committed to prioritizing their health. Sweat has expanded our class offerings – we now have evening classes 3 nights during the week and have also rounded out our class portfolio with a Strength and Conditioning class. Giving new options for our clients to get to the studio in the evenings will hopefully allow for more consistency in their 2025 fitness journey.
Kathy Joyce Fitness in Pleasantville
My tip. Ladies, lift heavy weights 2-3 times a week! Women over 40 must prioritize strength training. Muscle mass starts to decline rapidly after the age of 40, and as estrogen decreases, building muscle becomes harder. High rep, 8lb weights won’t cut it. “Heavy” is different for everyone, but it means lifting a weight that challenges you at the 4 to 6 rep range. Strength training not only helps build muscle but boosts metabolism and bone health. So, step away from the Peloton and start lifting heavy weights! Your body will thank you.
