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Health, Faith, and Wellness


NO EXCUSES, ALL IT TAKES IS HALF AN HOURCLASS STARTS IN 3.5 MINUTES!
By John Grossi 9ROUND is a kickboxing-based workout that has swept the nation due to its approachable concept, the high intensity...


FITNESS AND PICKLEBALL FOR ALL: LONG BEACH BOOTCAMP
By John Grossi Fitness Fun If you’ve ever seen a group of energetic locals working out at a park or beach in Long Beach, there’s a good...


NO MORE EXCUSES AT ANYTIME FITNESS
By John Grossi What if you took every common excuse people give for why they DON’T work out, then created a gym to combat all those...


HYBRID HOUSE GYM
By John Grossi If you’re coming from the background of HIT-style workouts (think Orange Theory, F45, and Barry’s Bootcamp), when you try...


SIX METHODS, INNUMERABLE BENEFITS!
By John Grossi YogaSix, named for its six class offerings, is designed to offer something for everyone. No matter one’s yoga level or...


EVERYTHING, EVERYWHERE, ALL AT ONCE: A FULL BODY AND MIND WORKOUT FROM THE BAR METHOD
By John Grossi It’s hard to describe this incredibly unique, accessible, and effective workout without first taking a class… so we...


YOGA WITH A VIEW: THE ULTIMATE STRESS-RELIEF IN LONG BEACH
By Monique Garcia Let’s be honest, whenever you find that you have free time in your busy schedule, your first thought is not going to be...


Women Over 50, It’s YOUR Turn! Fit After 50 SoCal
By John Grossi Located in Parkview Village at the corner of Bellflower Blvd and Carson St in 90808, Fit After 50 SoCal is a fitness...


THREE UNCONVENTIONAL WELLNESS EXPERIENCES
By Marina Hernandez | Photos by Monique Kuhlman I was blindfolded... constricted... and plunged into freezing water... and I feel...


EAT WELL, GROW WELL: ENCOURAGING HEALTHY EATING HABITS FOR YOUR LITTLE SPROUT
Hey parents! Does your child consider chicken nuggets and butter noodles the pinnacle of fine dining? Do they scoff at new foods,...


THE MOST IMPORTANT GIFT YOU CAN GIVE YOUR FAMILY MAY BE AN INVESTMENT IN MENTAL HEALTH
Bu John Grossi What do small children , athletes , and first responders have in common? Individuals in these three groups may have more...

KWANZAA’S TRADITIONS AND LOCAL ROOTS ENCOURAGE COMMUNITY AND IDENTITY
By Monique Garcia As the year comes to a close, our communities are preparing to celebrate its many different cultures this holiday...


HALF A CENTURY OF TRADITION: LONG BEACH'S PRINCE OF PEACE PAGEANT BRINGS THE COMMUNITY TOGETHER
By Kathryn Wells As someone who values community traditions and the unique ways they bring people together, I’m excited to attend this...


SHARING THE WARMTH OF HANUKKAH IN LONG BEACH: A LIGHT FOR ALL
By Kevin Giser from The Jewish Long Beach Hanukkah, the Festival of Lights, begins on the evening of Dec 25, 2024, and lasts through Jan...

LOCAL AERIALIST OFFERS PRIVATE AERIAL LESSONS
Join the circus! HJ (Hallie Jane), owner of Aerial Butterflies, is now taking on new aerial silks students ages 12+ for committed private...


FIGHT FOR NICK: A CALL FOR STEM CELL DONORS
By Monique Garcia Photos submitted by the Prochnow Family When you say the words, “I’m from Long Beach,” it means something. No matter...


The Pursuit Of Wellness With Team Runners High
By Monique Garcia Photos by Monique Kuhlman The journey to make your life more active and healthy may seem intimidating, especially as a...


FIT AFTER 50 SOCAL
By John Grossi Photos by Monique Kuhlman “It’s never too late to start exercising, but you should never stop.” That’s Maryann Youssef’s...


9Round Kickboxing Fitness!
The most convenient studio workout in town just got even better! The new 9ROUND Kickboxing experience will now be available 365 days a...


T2 TRIATHLON AND CYCLING: GIVING A WARM WELCOME TO THE SPORT
By John Grossi Photo by Monique Kuhlman Swim. Bike. Run. Chances are, you’ve already completed the three legs of a triathlon at some...


NEW CHIEFS, SAME TRIBE: TRIBE ATHLETICS
By John Grossi Photos submitted by Tribe Athletics By John Grossi Photos submitted by Tribe Athletics Welcome to the tribe! Tribe...


THE BAR METHOD: FITNESS & BEYOND!
By John Grossi | Photos by Alexiz Gomez Imagine having the posture of a ballet dancer… without having to dance. Imagine your everyday...


Peter Piper Picked a Peck of… Pickleballs: The Pickleball Phenomenon
By Kathleen Mest | Photos by Alexiz Gomez Pickleball is the fastest growing sport in the country and you may have been hearing about it...


Running Clubs In Long Beach
By Marina Hernandez | Photos by Alexiz Gomez | Pictured: Running Locas Running Locas Meetup Running Locas running club offers consistent...


Start the New Year Pain Free: Reset Pain Management!
By John Grossi | Photos by John Grossi and Monique Kuhlman In the summer of 2022, Dr. ElKhoury of Reset Pain Management (RPM) in Long...


Elemental Wellness and Therapy: All the Elements You Need to Be at Your Best in 2023
Photo and Story by John Grossi Many elements contribute to your wellness profile– your family, history, decisions, job and more; all are...


Tai Chi at Heartwell Park; SOHMA Integrative Health Center
By Margaret Gill Those looking for a more active way to strengthen the mind, as well as the body, should check out tai chi. Every Sunday...
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