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Top 5 Mistakes to Avoid When Setting Your 2025 Fitness Goals
Before you set your fitness goals for the new year, check out these tips from our experts!
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4 Reasons Why Recovery Can Be the Key to Your Fitness Journey
Learn why giving recovery the same attention as training can be the key to reaching your fitness goals!
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4 Ways to Make Your Walk a Workout
These four simple tips can help make your daily walks more exciting and bring you closer to your fitness goals!
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REP Game: Ring Bling
Learn how to play our REP Game, Ring Bling!
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REP Game: Streets & Alleys
Learn how to play our REP Game, Streets & Alleys!
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How To Set Your Fall Fitness Goals
Check out four goals you can strive for, and accomplish, in just three months!
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The Beginner’s Guide to Pilates: Essential Exercises to Get Started
Learn about the holistic benefits of Pilates and see our sample workout you can try to see if its for you!
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4 Ways to Incorporate Self-Care Into Your Fitness Routine
Ahead of International Self Care Day, learn about four ways our experts suggest you can apply self-care to your fitness routine!
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4 Workouts to Try While Traveling This Summer
Heading on a summer getaway? Check out these four no-equipment workouts that can keep you on track with your fitness goals!
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Sports, Fitness, and Play Organizations to Support this Pride Month
Learn about four organizations who share our mission to make sports, fitness, and play more inclusive and equitable for all.
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The Advanced Guide to the TRX: Three Lower-Body Exercises
Challenge yourself on your next leg day with three advanced lower-body TRX exercises!
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Inclusivity In Sports, Fitness, and Play: Learn About Adaptive Programming at Asphalt Green!
Our Director of Adaptive Programming explains why everyone wins when sports, fitness, and play are inclusive to all!
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5 Ways Sports, Fitness, and Play Supports Your Mental Health
This Mental Health Awareness Month, learn why physical activity is one of our most powerful mental health tools.
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4 Ways to Spring Clean Your Fitness Routine
Find out how our experts suggest you can refresh your fitness routine for the warmer months!
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The Beginner’s Guide to the Half Rack: Military Press
Master this essential upper body exercise to take your strengthening routine to the next level!
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Celebrating Women’s History Month at Asphalt Green!
Learn more about the women at Asphalt Green who are rewriting history in sports, fitness, and play.
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The Beginner’s Guide to the Half-Rack: Barbell Bench Press
Read our step-by-step guide to master the most fundamental workouts for upper body strengthening!
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Fighting the Loneliness Epidemic Through Sports and Fitness
In the midst of a nation-wide loneliness epidemic, Asphalt Green's mission to bring people together is more important than ever.
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The Beginner’s Guide to the Half Rack: Barbell Back Squats
Master one of the most effective workouts in the gym for lower body strengthening!
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8 Exercises To Add to Your 2024 Fitness Routine
Refresh your routine to accomplish all your 2024 fitness goals!
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The Beginner’s Guide to the Hip Thrust Machine
Get a great glute workout with the hip thrust machine.
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The Beginner’s Guide to the TireFlip 180®
Get a full-body workout and train for strength, conditioning, and power with the TireFlip 180.
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5 Reasons to Work Out with a Personal Trainer
Asphalt Green's top five reasons to book a personal training session today. Now with 30-minute options!
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The Beginner’s Guide to the Open Trap Bar
Take your deadlifts to the next level with the open trap bar!
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The Beginner’s Guide to the Assisted Pull-Up Machine
The assisted pull-up machine is the perfect way to build upper-body strength if you’re just getting started on your fitness journey.
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The Beginner’s Guide to the Rower
Meet the rower! It’s a full-body, low-impact exercise machine great for any age or fitness level.
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Love Yoga? Find the Perfect Match to Your Workout Style
We’ve curated a list of personal trainers and workouts you may like based on the group exercise classes you love.
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How to Support Your Teen’s Mental and Physical Health During the Pandemic
Asphalt Green personal trainer Chris Morson shares the benefits of working with a fitness professional.
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Love Zumba? These Workouts are Calling Your Name
Group exercise is on pause due to COVID-19. In the meantime, we’ve curated a list of personal trainers and workouts you'll love.
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Tackle New Year’s Resolutions With a New Mindset
Now is the time many us of us think about our new year’s resolutions. Here are some fresh ideas to make the upcoming year your best yet.
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Love HIIT Camp? You’ll Also Go for These Workouts
Group exercise is on pause due to COVID-19. In the meantime, we’ve curated a list of personal trainers and workouts you'll love.
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20-Minute Upper Body Home Workout
Put your shoulders, chest, triceps, and back to work in this 20-minute circuit created by Asphalt Green personal trainer Chris Gould.
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4 Work From Home Stretches to Relieve Muscle Tightness
Personal trainer Abby shares her favorite stretches you can do while working from home.
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5 Signs You’re Overtraining
Asphalt Green personal trainer Abby shares signs you might be pushing yourself too hard and how to shift your mindset.
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Best Hikes Near NYC
New York City is a concrete jungle, but its surrounding areas offer much for nature lovers to explore.
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Park Bench Workout
Tired of looking at your apartment’s walls during your workout? Take your routine to the park for a change of scenery.
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Choose Your Own Adventure Workout
Now that you’ve mastered a variety of movements, you can put them together to create a full-body workout.
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Level Up Your Fitness with These 11 Exercise Progressions
Small tweaks to simple bodyweight exercises will crank up the cardio, challenge your muscles, build strength, and improve results.
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Personal Trainer Shares: The Fitness Equipment He Can’t Live Without
Personal trainer DeJuana Richardson shares the fitness equipment he can’t live without—and how you can incorporate it into your routine.
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Playing Cards Workout
Put an active spin on a playing card game. It's sure to get your heart(s), spades, diamonds, and clubs racing!
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5 Partner Exercises You Can Do With Your Kids
Exercise is more fun with a buddy, and there is no reason why kids can’t join in.
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How to Make Your Workouts Screen Free
Mix screen-free workouts into your fitness routine. A personal trainer shares how to unplug your workouts.
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Reasons Why I Run on Global Running Day
Asphalt Green employees are celebrating Global Running Day by sharing why they run.
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20-Minute Core Workout
Asphalt Green group exercise instructor Gavilán Longino shares a 20-minute core workout that strengthens your stabilizer muscles.
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6 Socially Distanced Approved Activities to Kick Off Summer
With warmer weather and sunny days ahead, kids are itching to get outside and play. Here are our favorite socially distanced approved games.
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4 Calming Breathing Exercises
Incorporating breath work into your daily practice can reduce stress and anxiety, improve sleep, and help you be more present.
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20-Minute Pilates Basics with Abby
Join Asphalt Green instructor Abby for this 20-minute at-home Pilates routine.
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20-Minute No Equipment Cardio Circuit
You only need 20 minutes and your body weight to get an effective workout.
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How to Make Your Workouts More Mindful
Being mindful during your workouts is challenging, but it has many physical and mental benefits.
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Skills in Motion Level 1 with Abby
Asphalt Green instructor Abby, is bringing Skill’s in Motion, our exclusive fall prevention program to your home—no equipment needed.
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Hate Running? Do These Cardio Exercises Instead
Some of our personal trainers and group exercise instructors share their favorite cardio exercises - no running required!
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Fitness Scavenger Hunt for Kids
Keep your kids engaged and moving indoors with an active scavenger hunt. Creativity is encouraged.
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Here’s What Virtual Personal Training is Really Like
Monique Navarro does virtual private training twice per week.
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How to Bring Movement to Storytime
Storytime is also an opportunity to incorporate physical activity into your child’s day.
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No-Jumping HIIT Workout
This no-jumping, high-intensity workout is easy on your joints and will keep you in good faith with your neighbors.
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Kids Combine: Test Your Athletic Prowess Indoors
Have your kids dig out their favorite jersey, and run a mini-combine in your home.
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Easy Goals You Can Set While Social Distancing
Remember to celebrate the small wins. Here are easy goals you can set while you are social distancing.
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Who’s on Your Mind Workout
Show someone you care about that you are thinking about them while getting physical activity.
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Sylvia Gains Mobility, Independence From Skills in Motion
Sylvia Liff sees great improvement in her mobility after consistently attending Skills in Motion classes.
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AG at Home: Virtual Workouts
Asphalt Green workouts are coming to your home! Every Friday, we’re going live on Instagram with your favorite instructors.
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How to Motivate Yourself to Work Out From Home
Here are some tips to create an at-home fitness routine that sticks.
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Workout Wednesday: Seated to Standing Yoga with Abby
This routine gently wakes up muscles and is ideal for increasing mobility and blood flow for those who find themselves sedentary during the
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Exercises You Can Do With Your Kids
Kids make great workout partners. Exercising with your child is a great way to set an example about the importance of physical activity.
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Workout Wednesday: Skills in Motion Level 1 with Demetra
In this level one class, you will improve agility, balance, strength, and hand-eye coordination – no equipment necessary.
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Animal Exercises to Boost Kids’ Fitness Indoors
When it comes to exercise for kids, it’s all about making fitness fun. The animal kingdom is a great resource to turn to for inspiration.
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Workout Wednesday: Total Body 1 with Abby
Try this at-home workout tailored to active, older adults. All you need is light weights (two cans), a yoga block (book), and a chair.
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Is it Safe for Teens to Strength Train?
Yes, it is safe and beneficial for kids and teens to strength train. Here are some fitness tips to ensure your teen exercises safely.
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7 Easy New Year’s Resolutions You Can Actually Keep
The new year brings New Year’s resolutions. Start by making small commitments to yourself. Here are a few to help you get started!
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What to Look for in a Personal Trainer
Selecting the right personal trainer directly impacts your progress. Asphalt Green experts share what to look for in a personal trainer.
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Why Pilates Will Make You a Faster Swimmer
A strong core is essential for swimming. Find out how Pilates can power your swim.
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Body Weight vs. Body Composition: The Difference and Why You Should Care
Ever wonder what the number on the scale actually means? The answer lies in your body composition.
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Stephen Icaza: Building Confidence, New Lifestyle Through Personal Training
Stephen Icaza has lost 48 pounds working with a personal trainer.
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Get Fit Series: 20-minute TRX Workout
Everyday exercisers can benefit from adding TRX to their workout regimen as well. Get a total-body, 20-minute TRX workout.
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5 Best Exercises to Sculpt Strong Arms
Sculpting strong arms is one of the most common fitness goals.Personal trainer DeJuana Richardson shares his favorite workout.
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Why Athletes Need Pilates (Plus, 4 Exercises the Pros Swear By)
Pilates benefits people of all fitness levels. Today, more athletes are turning to Pilates to boost performance.
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5 Reasons Why Working Out With Your BFF is the Best
Everything is better with friends, including working out. Asphalt Green's teen fitness program will get you and your BFF in top shape.
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Hot New Fitness Center Updates at Asphalt Green
We are excited to announce brand new fitness offerings and upgrades at both our Upper East Side and Battery Park City campuses.
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5 Reasons to Start Strength Training Today (Plus, 3 Muscle-Building Exercises)
Strength training is an important part of every fitness routine. Get top tips and learn the best muscle-building exercises.
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Get Fit Series: 10 Minutes to Your Best Abs Ever!
No time? No problem. You only need 10 minutes a day to work toward a flatter stomach.
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Get Fit Series: The Best Stretches Before and After a Workout
To stretch or not to stretch? It’s easy to overlook, but nixing the component from your routine could be hindering your fitness goals.
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3 Reasons Women Need to Learn Self-Defense
Do you know how to defend yourself? Asphalt Green’s martial arts director Chad Simon talks why the practice is an essential life skill.
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Top Fitness Finds in 2017
Group exercise is one of the easiest ways to stick to your New Year’s resolutions. Sweat it out in some of the best classes of 2017.
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Get Fit Series: 3 Stress-Relieving Yoga Poses
Learn how to reduce stress through yoga. The practice lets you tune in, chill out, shape up, and breathe.
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Review: Professional Ultimate Frisbee Team Tries AG6!
The New York Empire, the Tri-State area’s professional Ultimate Frisbee team, visited Asphalt Green to test their fitness in AG6.
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Free Personal Training Session for All Asphalt Green Members
All Asphalt Green members are invited to receive a complimentary session with a personal trainer.
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MYZONE March Madness Challenge
Get your sneakers on and your MYZONE Physical Activity Belts ready for our March Madness fitness challenge!
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REP Game: Switch
Switch is great for any age and encourages positive conflict resolution. In this active outdoor game, players do anything they can to avoid
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Personal Trainer DeJuana Richardson Shares Fit Tips on NBC New York
DeJuana appeared on NBC New York on January 3 to share his favorite, two-move workout you can do any time, anywhere.
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8 (Easy) Healthy New Year’s Resolutions
Resolutions, they’re fun to make but can hard to keep. Let’s resolve to change that in 2017!
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Get Fit Series: The 20-Minute Total-Body Workout
Get a high-intensity, total-body workout in in just 20 minutes. Asphalt Green personal trainer DeJuana shares his calorie-burning secrets.
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New! Functional Training Equipment Spices Up Your Workout
Take your workout to the next level with the Queenax™ functional training unit, now at Asphalt Green’s Battery Park City campus.
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REP Game of the Month: Straddle Ball
Nobody’s ever out in Straddle Ball, so the fun just keeps going. All you need is a ball, a group of people, and a competitive spirit.
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Staff Spotlight: Joseph Rojas
Get to know the Asphalt Green staff better. Meet personal trainer Joseph Rojas.
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REP Game of the Month: Ultimate Football
REP GAME OF THE MONTH: ULTIMATE FOOTBALL
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Staff Spotlight: Joel Diaz
Get to know the Asphalt Green staff better. Meet personal trainer and martial arts instructor Joel Diaz.
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Get Fit Series: The Perfect Pushup
Asphalt Green personal trainer Art Koharian demonstrates how to complete a perfect pushup.
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Asphalt Green Donates Fitness Equipment to New York City Police Department
Asphalt Green donated a Hammer Strength Olympic flat bench, incline bench, and half squat rack to the NYPD.
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Staff Spotlight: Art Koharian
Get to know the Asphalt Green staff better! Meet fitness specialist Art Koharian.
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Set Your Fall Fitness Routine Now: Free Semi-Private Training Classes!
Before you settle into your fitness routine, try one of our signature semi-private training classes for free at our Upper East Side campus.
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