Workouts

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Ready for an extra ab challenge? Try this simple plank variation

We tried it: A kettlebell-infused barre class in Manayunk

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This is when you'll finally be able to check out City Fitness' newest Philadelphia gym

Fitness Alive to debut new Center City pool with free classes for kids and adults

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The calorie-torching workout for those who HATE running (or biking)

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This is the hard truth about ab crunches

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A great exercise move for people who hate to work out at the gym

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This brutally honest diet- and fitness-focused Instagram account provides expert insight

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Whittle away at your workout with this helpful interval training method

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This is how long you should wait to run after eating

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This is what fitness trainers mean when they tell you to 'engage your core'

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What millennial women need to know about getting in shape, according to Philly fitness pros

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Why you should be keeping track of your workouts in a fitness journal

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Uber and Adidas team up for some backseat fitness

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Chris Hemsworth to launch health and fitness app

Charge Performance launching month-long fitness challenge

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Spotify announces the world's top workout songs of all time

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Try CoreFitness' boot camps for free this January

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Long-awaited East Market gym finally gets an opening date

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Endeavor Athletic just opened a flashy new boutique in Ardmore's Suburban Square

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Keep your New Year's resolution with a free workout

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