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Tackling the Philadelphia Marathon? Take Elite Runner Erika Kemp’s Advice

Kemp, who grew up in South Jersey, became the fastest American-born Black woman when she ran the Boston Marathon in 2023.


Opinion

How I Got Through My Cancer Scare

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Should We Pay People to Quit Smoking?

Q&A

Dear Kimberly: How Do I Deal With Good Friends Who Are Bad Roommates?

Find It PhillyWhat you need, when you need it.

Latest Stories

Where Are All the Stock Photos of Diverse Body Sizes?

Jenny Weinar explains the need for fat-positive images.

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This Plant-Based Protein Bar Is Made By A Local Fitness Pro

Gorilla Power fuel bars are dairy-free, non-GMO, plant-based bars made by a pair of Temple alums.

This Philly Fitness Club Is Here to Empower Nonnormative Bodies

Nonnormative Body Club supports all bodies — particularly ones that don’t fit the mainstream image of health and fitness.

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You Can Try a New Racquet Sport in Manayunk This Summer

Popular in Spain, padel has landed in Philadelphia for a summer-long pop-up.

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A Philly Trainer Wants to Open a “Social Impact Fitness Studio” in West Philly

Set Fitness is designed to give everyone — no matter their financial situation, sexual orientation, body type, gender, or ethnicity — access to high-quality fitness.

Sweat Diaries: The Philly Chef Who Loves Yoga and Fruit Smoothies

Scarpetta executive chef Michael Loughlin takes us through his week of yoga, cooking, and new fatherhood.


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6 of the Most Peaceful Places to Hike in and Around Philly

6 of the Most Peaceful Places to Hike in and Around Philly

We polled local outdoor enthusiasts for their favorite places to clear their heads in nature.

Best of Philly 2026: Health & Self

Best of Philly 2026: Health & Self

A yoga studio stalwart. HYROX, hacked. And a killer massage that won’t break the bank.


aqua vida august studio of the month

Introducing Be Well Philly’s August Studio of the Month: Aqua Vida

Have some fun on the water this August during a stand-up paddle board yoga class with Aqua Vida.

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News

Commotion, City Fitness’ DJ and Workout Event, Is Back and Bigger Than Ever

The music-fueled fitness event will take place August 22nd at The Fillmore Philadelphia.

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This Is Why Philly Boutique Fitness Studios Have Credit Expiration Policies

Philly fitness studio owners reveal the strategies behind the policies.

17 Philly-Area Fitness Studios Where Your First Class Is Free

For when you just want to mix it up.

A New Giant Heirloom Market Is Opening in University City

And that means free samples all weekend.

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Where to Find Free Tennis and Pickleball Courts Around Philadelphia

Where to Find Free Tennis and Pickleball Courts Around Philadelphia

All the no-commitment places to practice your serve, mapped.

The 8 Best Facial Treatments to Get in Philly After Wearing a Mask All Year Long

The 8 Best Facial Treatments to Get in Philly After Wearing a Mask All Year Long

Maskne, be gone! These local treatments will help you flaunt the skin you’ve been hiding.


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Pure Barre Is Now Open in Washington Square West

The new studio has Pure Barre, Pure Reform, and Empower classes on the schedule.

14 Tips to Make Your Bike Commute Through Philly Safer

Make your city cycling a breeze with advice from the pros.

tuck barre & yoga northern liberties

Tuck Barre & Yoga Is Opening a Fourth Location in Northern Liberties

This studio will be the local chain’s first franchise location.

the wellness refinery

A New Self-Care Space Featuring Infrared Saunas Is Opening in Philly

Refresh, restore, and revive at The Wellness Refinery, opening this August

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