I’m super psyched that I’ll be able to put fitness classes back into my life in 2020 thanks to winning a contest from LivFitness in Quincy.
I get 1 month of classes, a haircut, and a massage (my first massage!)
Living on just my husband’s salary right now has been tough and I’ve cut any “extras” that take care of me.
I’m going to start 2020 in an awesome way!
Quincy Police recently offered a 2 day women’s self defense class. I’m so glad I attended!
It was a great refresher of the skills I learned from a Rape Aggression Defense (R.A.D.) class I took back in college,
The second night we tested our skills against the cops in the red man suits acting as attackers.
I cried at how many Mom’s and daughters were taking the class together.
According to one of the instructors the most dangerous time in a woman’s life attack wise is pregnancy thru the first year of your child’s life.
I took the class to be sure I stay safe and get home to my 5 month old. Also want to be safe when baby and I are strolling.
Quincy Police will be offering this free course again in September & I’d happily take it again if any of you reading want to join me but don’t want to take the class alone!
I’m also going to be taking the pepper spray training class offered by Quincy PD in September as well.
Ladies in MA, what are you doing on 4/29?
You should join Vivacious Life for their women’s only one day retreat.
My friend Laura founded this company after writing her book F*ck Skinny.
Here’s the schedule for 4/29:
8:00am-9:00am – Wake-up and Flow Yoga
9:00am-10:00am – Light Breakfast and gathering in the Sun Room
10:15am-11:30am – Welcome and Taming Your Inner Critic with Coach Caitlin Green
Break
12:00pm-1:30pm – Cooking Is Not Rocket Science and Lunch with Chef Danielle DeSiato
Break
2:00pm-3:00pm – The Sweet Science You Need to Break Your Sugar Addiction with Coach Laura J. Ingalls
4:00pm – Check-Out
If you’re interested but cost is an issue, let me know.
I am constantly in awe of first responders in the Boston area.
I watch the show Boston EMS on ABC (in it’s second season – I recommend it).
I have an Uncle that’s a firefighter in MA & his wife, my Aunt & God Mother, is a 911 operator in the same city.
So, with love of first responders in my heart, I wanted to spread the word that Boston Sports Clubs is honoring first responders with free memberships in August.
Boston Sports Clubs is honoring the men and women who put their lives on the line every day to save the lives of others by deeming August, “First Responder Appreciation Month.” Throughout August, the company is offering complimentary gym memberships to all police, fire, EMS and military personnel, inviting them to work out for free at any Greater Boston location, including Back Bay, Newbury Street, Prudential Center, Downtown Crossing, Beacon Hill, South End, South Station, Fenway, and Government Center.
To any first responders who are already members, they may bring a guest for free workouts throughout August.
Parent company Town Sports International has a long history supporting first responders, dating back to 2003 when the company partnered with the New York City Fire Department (FDNY) to provide memberships for over 10,000 candidates so they had free access to train for the FDNY physical exam – the department’s first exam following the events of September 11, 2001. The offer complements the recently launched Bravest & Finest workout, a workout inspired by the physical challenges required to become a first responder.
“We recognize the tremendous physical and mental commitment that it takes to be a first responder,” said Michelle Ryan, CMO of Town Sports International. “We are truly grateful to all the men and women who respond without hesitation to protect and serve our neighborhoods and appreciate their daily commitment to keeping us safe.”
The first responders’ complimentary membership at Boston Sports Clubs runs through August 31, 2016. For more information on membership details and club locations, please visit www.mysportsclubs.com.
Despite server issues this weekend as more countries were able to join Pokemon Go, I’m still a big fan. Since I last wrote, I’ve gotten to Level 17 and have gone on a few Pokemon hunts with my husband & in-laws.
Boston Sports Club is having a fun promotion around Pokemon Go.
From July 18th through the end of the month (July 31), Boston Sports Clubs is encouraging Pokemon enthusiasts to take their obsession to the next level while getting a good workout, and sharing their finds on Instagram to win.
Simply screenshot of any Pokemon you find at any BSC location, and Instagram that screenshot photo with @bsc_gym and #BSCPokemon tags for a chance to win.
BSC members score a free month membership – nonmembers are welcome to play to win a free week membership by mentioning “Pokemon Promo” at the front desk.
Participants must be at least 18 years of age and will need to show photo ID. Regular restrictions apply. To find a club near you, please visit, www.mysportsclubs.com
I’ve seen nonoprofits set up Pokemon Go promos, but this is the first gym I’ve seen embrace Pokemon Go.
Readers, let me know if you’re playing Pokemon Go and plan to enter this contest.
Good luck!
A bunch of local to MA studios have teamed up to form “The Fitness Collective”.
The goal of The Fitness Collective is to unite our communities and collectively get Boston residents to work out more often to become stronger, healthier and happier. The more we integrate fitness and wellness into daily routines, the more we all thrive.
For fitness lovers wanting exposure to additional boutique studio experiences, The Fitness Collective is a curated community of studios offering the unique opportunity to partake in 6 different classes over one week, at an affordable price point of $75.
Studios include: Everybody Fights, Bikram Yoga, Cyc (spin), Pure Barre & MyStryde.
David Barton Gym is providing unlimited gym access as well.
All participants will also get a 15% off punch card to the following partners: Miniluxe, Pressed, Pure glow, and Platejoy.
Here’s yet another free fitness class to get on your calendar: Move Sweat Love Pilates Bootcamp.
MSL Pilates Bootcamp is returning to the North End Greenway for a 4th season and it’s better than ever! Created and led by renowned Pilates instructor & PUMA Team Faster Trainer, Ali Baldassare, you will experience her signature Pilates Fusion Bootcamp which combines creative cardio drills, classical pilates sequencing, and innovative core exercises designed to challenge, strengthen, & tone your entire body. DJ Johnathan Oh will be live on set spinning the hottest beats to create a unique and motivating environment to keep you moving! PUMA will be providing swag to each participant to use during the event and take home afterward. Essentia Water will be there providing hydration for all!
I sadly can’t make either June class this year, so I’m hoping they continue after June.
I’ve been to previous classes Ali hosted on the Greenway though and loved them! I highly recommend checking out her classes.
Here are my posts on other classes with Ali that I’ve attended:
Move Sweat Love Pilates Summer Bootcamp
Cardio Pilates Summer Bootcamp on the Rose Kennedy Greenway
You know I love free fitness and try to make this blog a source of info for you on free fitness opportunities whenever I find them.
The full listing of classes can be found at the Boston Parks Summer Fitness Series
I haven’t decided yet which of these classes will be added to my schedule.
Summer in MA has an abundance of free fitness, in addition to year round November Project, so that’s triggered 2 posts in a row for me about free fitness classes.
Thanks to the amazing people at MoveWith, you can get sweaty this summer with free fitness classes at The Street at Chestnut Hill!
Check out the full list of free classes at MoveWith Street Sweat
Here’s how MoveWith describes the classes:
Get sweaty at The Street this summer with this collection of complimentary outdoor fitness classes. From Kick It by Eliza™ to Yoga on the Green, these classes are sure to energize, inspire, and help you get the most out of the summertime season.
I’m planning on heading to a few of the Tuesday night Kick It classes.
Will I see you there?
Thanks to MoveWith for hosting the free classes!
I’m back in MA after a week long trip to CA for the Nonprofit Technology Conference.
It was my 1st year attending and I was blown away by how awesome the event was – educational and amazing networking opportunities.
I was a speaker on the panel “How Nonprofit Staff Can Regain Control of Their Work Lives and Get Better Results“.
I was also impressed by the effort to offer active networking opportunities at the conference.
During lunch break on the 1st day of the conference, I went on a walk lead by Beth Kanter and Aliza Sherman – Authors of “Happy Healthy Nonprofit“.
Group photo from the #16NTCwalk
The following day at lunch there was a cycling tour – but I am not a fan of riding a bike without wearing a helmet, so I skipped that in favor of lunch with my fellow panelists and Nonprofit Marketing Guide All Access Pass members.
On the last day of the conference, there was “Geek Yoga” during the lunch break.
I’m on the right side, facing the camera, ready to yoga – despite wearing a dress
I had a great time at both active sessions and am super glad I joined in.
I hope to be able to attend the Nonprofit Technology Conference in 2017!
Getting Fit in Massachusetts 