Found 11 blog entries tagged as Health and Fitness.

Join other Palm Beach County yoga enthusiasts for Treehouse Rooftop Yoga on the 13th floor of the Canopy by Hilton in West Palm Beach. Each Saturday morning you can participate in a relaxing experience that will help center you after a hectic workweek. One big reason to practice yogo is that it has a significant impact on dialing down chronic stress.

You must bring your own mat, towel, and water. After your refreshing workout, stay for a casual, yet lively, brunch starting at 11 a.m. at the Canopy outdoor terrace. The terrace offers the perfect atmosphere for outdoor social events and a bird’s eye view of Downtown West Palm Beach. If you prefer to go home and shower up, come back to sip cocktails while admiring the evening view of Downtown and the…

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Clear your mind and melt away all stress and tension, awakening your senses while raising your vibration. The community yoga class will take place at Grandview Public Market, 1401 Clare Avenue, West Palm Beach.  Join us this Sunday for Community Yoga in the District Railway! 

Join other yoga enthusiasts every Sunday morning for an open flow Yoga class.  Next class is Sunday, May 30, 2021 at 10:00 am to 11:00 am. The class is led by an experienced registered yoga teacher, Maki Criscaut.  This is an alignment-based practice with modifications to meet student's needs.

Everyone is welcome!  Bring your own mat, water bottle, and an open heart.

The exercise class is FREE however “Donation Based”.  

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Full Moon Yoga, a yin yoga practice, led by Shelly Saunier will take place on the Hilton West Palm Beach event lawn. Shelly will guide you through gentle yoga postures and mindful stretching to replenish the mind and body.  This will be a gentle heart opening practice under the Full Moon. This is a yin yoga practice open to all levels.

While the new moon represents new beginnings and is a great time for reflection and setting new intentions, a full moon is about letting go, releasing, and reflecting on what has built up and we no longer want in our lives.  Practice will be closed with an extended shavasana.

In accordance with social distancing guidelines, classes are limited to 40 people. Registration is required to secure your spot and you must…

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Although South Florida gyms are now open, some are still choosing to avoid them in favor of working out at home or, worse, doing nothing physical at all.

There is a direct relationship between your diet, physical activity, and health. Your nutrition is a key player when it comes to physical, mental, and social well-being. And it’s important for preventing disease.

Here are some tips to start being physically active at home:

Focus on weaknesses

As a general rule, you always want to have an intention before starting a workout routine or program. This pinpoints what you’re not good at, and therefore what you are trying to improve. I summarized a few abilities I think people at home, both young and older populations, should focus on.

Go…

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You may have heard the term “contact tracing” floating around conversations about COVID-19. If you are wondering what it means, here is what you need to know.

What Is Contact Tracing?

Contact tracing is done by specially trained public health professionals. In general, these trained staff study patterns and causes of diseases in humans. Public health professionals tasked with contact tracing are experts in protecting client confidentiality, counseling, cultural competency, and more.

What Is the Purpose of Contact Tracing?

Many communicable diseases, including COVID-19, can be spread by people who do not appear to be sick. Since these people feel well, they are unlikely to get tested and may not know they are carrying a virus. Contact…

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Here are some updated answers to common questions Floridians may be asking about the coronavirus and local laws.

Are State Parks Open?

Yes! Effective Monday, May 4, DEP has implemented phase one to reopen the Florida State Parks. As these parks are re-opening, DEP will be taking measures to ensure the protection of staff and the public. During this early phase of re-opening, visitors should expect limited hours, capacity and amenities. Portions of these parks and trails have been identified that can be reopened for day-use with limited risk to visitors and staff. To reduce risk, cash transactions are limited to exact change. Visit https://www.floridastateparks.org/learn/safety-updates for details on specific park openings

Is It Safe to…

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Fresh juice and smoothies are known to have a variety of health benefits. That, plus they taste good and give you energy. Being a health-conscious community, the Palm Beaches is ripe with fantastic juice and smoothie bars. Here are a few you are sure to enjoy.

Rock Steady Juice Joint

Multiple locations: Jupiter and North Palm Beach; rocksteadyjuicejoint.com

  • Why We Love It: This colorful juice joint with two locations uses all non-GMO, chemical- and pesticide-free ingredients to harness the raw power of "nature's medicine." (And the juice is delicious, too.)
  • What to Drink: "Green Medicine," packed with kale, spinach, cucumber, pear, lemon and other healthful ingredients, is the bestseller. But we're partial to "Sweet Sensi," made with…

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For those eager to get back to working out, several gyms in Jupiter and Palm Beach County have reopened. Others, like LA Fitness, will remain closed until likely sometime in June. If that’s too long to wait, here are a few local gyms that you can try in the meantime.

Jupiter Fitness

Address: 1200 W Indiantown Rd, Jupiter, FL 33458

Website

Hours

  • Sunday: 7AM–6PM

  • Monday (Memorial Day hours may differ): 5AM–11PM

  • Tuesday: 5AM–11PM

  • Wednesday: 5AM–11PM

  • Thursday: 5AM–10PM

  • Friday: 5AM–9PM

  • Saturday: 7AM–7PM

CrossFit Palm Beach

Address: 1642 US-1, Jupiter, FL 33469

Website

Hours

  • Sunday: 8AM–12PM

  • Monday (Memorial Day hours may differ):5AM–8PM

  • …

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While we can all finally see light at the end of the coronavirus tunnel, it still may be several weeks before gyms open back up in South Florida and around the country. Staying in shape is still both possible and important. Many people have adapted their fitness routines during this time to feature more cardio and less weightlifting. Generally, this is a good strategy. The problem, however, may be motivation. If you are bored with cardio and are starting to lack the motivation to exercise, here are a few things you can do to relight your fire until finally open back up.

Set New Goals

With our lives upended, many of our pre-coronavirus fitness goals no longer make sense. If that’s your situation, select a new goal that accounts for your…

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For many, working out is a way to keep both mentally and physically healthy. It’s more than a way to keep in shape, it’s also a chance to spend excess energy, release endorphins, and improve your mood.

It’s been weeks since South Florida gyms have temporarily closed down due to the coronavirus pandemic. While in the grand scheme of things not having access to the gym is far from a “big deal,” it has left many looking for new ways to maintain all the benefits they usually get from going to the gym. Thankfully, there is equipment and a number of apps you can use to workout socially while still maintaining responsible social distance. Here are a few of the best.

Peloton

Cost: $2,245 for the Peloton bike. $39 per month for the all-access Peloton…

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