The Early AM Workout How do you do it? How do you convince yourself to wake up extra early, leave your nice warm bed and super lovable, cuddly dog, and go to the gym BEFORE work? Seriously, if you have a super motivating way to get yourself out of bed in the AM – I want to hear it. Each morning this week, I set my alarm an hour early, to get up and workout before I had to be at work. Well, Monday and Tuesday, I woke up… looked at the clock… and continued to lay in bed until

Have you ever worked out with a Personal Trainer? When I decided I wanted to give this whole fitness thing a try, a recommendation that many people in the club made to me was to give the one-on-one Personal Training session a shot. I know a lot of personal trainers (obviously, I am surrounded by them all the time). They are all great people, but I’ll be honest, I was a little scared. Have you seen them? They are all super fit and know exactly what they are doing. So me, I wa

How does a personal trainer get you in better shape than you working out by yourself? Everyone expects that a personal trainer will help you get better results, but have you wondered how they do it? What other mind tricks or techniques do they use to take you from flab to fab way better than you can do it yourself? Here's a quick rundown. They remove anxiety. Having a professional personal trainer evaluate, create your training program and include nutrition advice means y

On to the Next Workout Total Body. According to our handy-dandy website & mobile app description, this class is defined as: A dynamic whole body muscle conditioning class using dumbbells, bands, tubes, exercise balls, dyna-discs, and body bars as resistance tools. Exercises will be modified to accommodate all fitness levels. Be prepared to work all your muscles. Now, for the regular fitness enthusiast, this sounds like a great class – the perfect workout. For me, this sound

So Many Classes… Where to Start? Between the three AFC locations, we have what seems like a million different classes. Even the classes that appear to be the same on the schedule, are different because for a single class we could have three different instructors that all put their spin on it. It was hard to decide where to start. Most suggestions were really to just start anywhere, but to make sure I gave everything a real try. So rather than deciding on one specific class t

So you got yourself a gym membership, now what? That is what I have been saying to myself over and over again when I think about it. It's great, I took this huge step towards a healthier life, but then...... nothing. Yup, I did nothing. To get myself going, I asked a good amount of the staff, from all three clubs, where they recommend I start. I got a variety of answers pertaining to classes and programs, but the most common answer was to start out with my Nutrition Consulta

Do you enjoy going to the gym? Love that 6 AM Spin class? Can’t get enough fruits and veggies? That’s great… and also not me ! I’m not a fan of going to the gym. I suppose it’s not the gym per se, more the actual aspect of working out. It’s not something that has ever peaked my interest… I would much rather be binging a TV show, and cheeseburgers are my food of choice. So, you may ask – why am I the one typing away on this fitness center’s blog? Well, the tides of change are

AFC Fitness offers flexible membership discounts to students to suit a variety of needs. Each membership to AFC Fitness includes: Use of the gym and swimming pool Access to fitness classes seven days a week Use of locker room, showers, whirlpool, steam room and sauna An initial session with a personal trainer to help you get the most out of your workouts. We offer gym discounts to all students, graduate students of colleges, universities as well as other educational institut

If you would like to make a positive and impactful change to your fitness routine then CrossFit might be for you! Join our Free CrossFit Beginners Class every Saturday at 11:00 AM. You will be guided by some of Philadelphia's most knowledgeable CrossFit trainers and specialists. Register below. Begins Every Saturday at 11:00 AM. Please Arrive 10 Minutes Early. Location: CrossFit Bala is inside AFC Fitness located near the TV stations in Bala Cynwyd. Take Monument Rd to Righte

Trying out fitness classes at AFC Fitness is a great way to figure out which type of class you like. Are you looking for core strength and the calmness of Yoga? Or, are you in a quest to find which fitness classes burn the most calories? Which can be extremely valuable when you need to lose weight quickly for a wedding or a special event. No matter which type of group fitness you're interested in, AFC Fitness offers the best fitness classes in the Philadelphia area. And of c

Traditionally, we think of group cycling and riding as an outdoor activity. If you're an avid outdoor cycling rider, you know it can be hard to stay safe on the road while trying to get in a great workout. And putting the bike away for rainy days can derail your fitness levels. And indoor cycling during the off season can be lonely and boring. AFC Fitness Starts Indoor Cycling Classes AFC fitness group trainers saw the power of indoor cycling as an effective exercise. They

When people come in to AFC Fitness for the first time they are often uncertain which types of workouts they should do. One of the first things we recommend is a group fitness class. Whether you’re a novice at the gym or you just don’t have much fitness experience, group fitness classes may be the perfect starting point. Joining a fitness class can help build a foundation of structure and motivation that you can use to propel your fitness routine for years. Structure – We al

Are you ready to create a positive change in your life? Join our 14-day fitness study! You will be guided by some of Philadelphia's most knowledgeable trainers and fitness specialists. Register below. HERE’S WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT: +Register by completing the form below by September 16, 2017 +Arrive at AFC Fitness in Bala Cynwyd on Saturday, September 16th at 1:30 PM +Receive an initial and final assessment with a fitness specialist. +Challenge yourself with dynamic, fat-sh

It's the healthy choices you make each day that will get you further on your path to losing weight. Do these four things each day to help you reach your weight loss goals. Sleep at least 7-8 hours each day Studies show that men and women who do not sleep enough ate more calories than those who got enough sleep. Not getting enough sleep raises levels of ghrelin, which makes you hungry and makes you eat more. On the contrary, people who get enough sleep have raised levels o

You've probably heard of several foods that may help increase metabolism, but did you know that exercise is still the best way to help boost metabolism? Adding some small changes to your exercise regimen can help you burn calories more efficiently and lose weight faster. As we age, our metabolic rate tends to slow down, making it more difficult for us to keep the weight off and way more difficult to lose excess weight after we’ve gained it. Despite the recent popularity of

If you enjoy exercising and having fun with other people while looking for some motivation, these fitness classes may be for you. Get fit together! PILATES - MIND & BODY Pilates helps to strengthen the body in an level way, with specific emphasis on strength of the core. YOGA - MIND & BODY An ancient form of exercise, Yoga focuses on strength, suppleness and flexibility, and breathing to improve physical and mental well being. CIRCUIT TRAINING - AEROBIC High-intensity aer

Turn off those computers and phones, everyone. More people than ever are working more hours, more often. This extra work load can take a toll on our mental health, fitness level and wellbeing. The number of people working more than 48 hours a week has risen 15% in the past five years. People who spend such long hours at their desks are more prone to developing heart disease, stress, diabetes and mental illness. The following are some ways you can work more efficiently so yo

If you like to exercise, chances are you are probably already aware that group fitness classes have been on the rise in recent years in the Philadelphia Fitness scene. With so many new class studios popping up, from cycling and spin to barre, yoga and Zumba, boutique class studios have become incredibly popular. Unfortunately, many of these small class studios are also crowded, expensive, and can cost upwards of $40 per session (ouch). The good news for you: For those of y

We sat down with AFC Fitness President and CEO Matt Littman to find out what all the "3 D" buzz is about. Q. First of all, what makes AFC Fitness unique? A. AFC Fitness, with 4 Philadelphia gym locations , is unique in the fitness world because we consistently deliver programming, service and equipment to our members that keeps them engaged with our club. We place more emphasis on the current customer experience, as we do on obtaining new members. Q. Why is Styku 3D import

As part of AFC's 25th Anniversary Celebration, we're investing millions into our health clubs! Perhaps one of the most luxurious additions are the brand new Men’s and Women’s locker rooms at the Bala Cynwyd gym. This AFC Fitness center, located at 601 Righters Ferry Rd in Bala Cynwyd, PA, is the only full-service gym on the Mainline featuring completely redesigned locker rooms with a sauna, steam room, lounge, showers, lockers and grooming stations. The new designs are based