When I say: “I do CrossFit”, I watch people’s reactions. Some argue that it’s a cult. Some say it’s a great way to work out. Nay- and Yay- sayers are out there. The official definition of CrossFit is “functional movements performed at high intensity.”
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No Comments | Posted on February 19, 2013 | Categories: From the Blog, Greenpoint
tags: CrossFit Greenpoint, fitness, Marina Brennan, new york exercise, nyc, Work Out
Steinway Street should be known for having a little of everything. It has an impressive array of stores, from familiar chains to 99-cent emporiums, and restaurants of all ethnicities. It also has its fair share of fitness centers, including a new one that just opened about a year and a half ago. No machines or weights here; The Art of Fitness instead offers classes that are fun, so you won’t even realize you’re exercising. Really.
After watching one too many infomercials touting Zumba workout DVDs, I needed to try it for myself, which is how I found myself in Astoria on a Monday evening after work. As soon as I walked in, the atmosphere was friendly. Our instructor, Ashley, seemed energetic and put everyone at ease. Looking around the room, I noticed that there were people of varying ages- from teens to those in their thirties-eager to try the class.
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No Comments | Posted on July 26, 2011 | Categories: Astoria, From the Blog, Native's Pick, Queens
tags: Art of Fitness, astoria, new york exercise, Steinway Street, Victoria Musselman, Zumba