Anytime Fitness Cobbs Corner

Fall makes us crave comfort food. 🍁 These weeknight recipes taste just like mom used to make (in half the time).

5 Fall-Inspired Recipes to Make for Dinner this Week It's officially time to whip up some delicious comfort food to keep cozy and warm, like these recipes loaded with good-for-you ingredients.

We don’t know who needs to hear this but 📣 YOU CAN LIFT WEIGHTS WITHOUT GETTING BULKY 📣

Today we’re breaking down bulking versus toning and the myths that could get in the way of results.

Myth-Busting: Bulk vs. Tone Put simply: Bulking up means you’re adding muscle mass, while toning means you’re reducing the appearance of body fat and increasing muscle definition.

Top 3 reasons you should add push-ups to your workout routine:
👉 They strengthen your core, upper body, and lower back.
👉 They help improve your posture.
👉 You’ll feel like a total badass!
Check out our tips for mastering the push-up on the blog.

Get to Your First Push-Up! The push-up is a killer exercise if you’re looking for a stronger upper body, plus they also engage your lower back and core!

Who’s ready for pumpkin season? ✋ 🎃 Welcome in autumn with one of these pumpkin-filled recipes.

4 Pumpkin Recipes We’re Obsessed With Make the most of PSL season with these better-for-you pumpkin recipes that deliver on protein, potassium and other essential nutrients without going overboard on calories.

Can you relate? 😩 We’ve got 7 exercises to get your lower back feeling like 1997 Britney in no time.
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Wait — a gym is telling you to work out OUTSIDE the gym? Yes, we are. There are some surprising benefits, like engaging different muscle groups. Don’t leave us behind, though. Use your AF app to get guided workouts on the go.

How to Make Outdoor Workouts Work for You A consistent workout routine is important. But sometimes it helps to change things up. Try something new with an outdoor workout — and see how a little exercise in fresh air can add unexpected health and fitness benefits.

Coach Mike at our AF in Woodbury, MN, has a coaching philosophy that extends past the purple turf. Check out more about his philosophy and fitness hacks.

Coach Spotlight: Mike Coach Mike's philosophy centers on helping others become their strongest and most confident selves — without fixating on results.

Does working out in a sweatshirt help you burn more calories? Take a guess in the comments below before finding out the answer (which may surprise you 😲).

Should I Keep My Sweatshirt on While Exercising? Layering Up While Working Out, Explained If you’ve made it to this article, you’ve likely asked yourself the question: Will I lose weight faster if I work out in a hoodie? Is it a good idea to

Weight and BMI aren’t great indicators of health or fitness. In fact, by those standards, many pro-athletes are obese. That’s why we offer Evolt, to track the numbers for your unique body composition that tell the real story. Read on to find out what you could learn from an Evolt scan.
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Is it taco night? Here's a healthy twist — swap the tortilla shell for a sweet potato! Hearty meal = happy belly.

Taco-Stuffed Sweet Potatoes Try a healthier twist on taco night with these stuffed sweet potatoes, which add more fiber, vitamins and minerals!

One pan = less mess. Add this spinach artichoke chicken recipe to your meal planning roster to make weeknights easier, tastier and more nutritious.

Recipe: One-Pan Spinach-Artichoke Chicken We’re here to help you enjoy all the delicious flavors of spinach and artichoke dip, with less guilt! This one-pan recipe is a delicious dinner that’s sure to please.

Who’s got a sweet tooth? 🙋‍♀️ We pulled together 7 nutritious treats to satisfy your cravings without the crash.

7 Bite-Sized Treats That Are Actually Good for You From peanut butter bites to cookies for breakfast, here are 7 bite-sized sweet treats sure to keep you full and help you stay on track with your nutrition goals.

Here's a fitness goal idea for you: Run your first mile! 🏃 We'll show you how, and fall is the perfect time to start. The temps are cooler but there's still light in the AM + PM, not to mention the pretty views. 🍁 🍂

Beginner Running Guide: Get to Your First Mile-Long Run Want to achieve your first mile-long run? This guide to running for beginners covers everything you need to get there — from running tips to gear to recovery.

Hey! Where’ve you been? 👋
If you read that and knew we were talking to you, here are some smart tips for getting back to the gym after a long break.

5 Tips for How to Start Exercising Again After a Long Break Rejoining the gym is an incredible form of self-love and care, but it can be hard to get back into working out after time away. Here’s where to start.

No workout equipment? No problem. You can still work up a sweat with this bodyweight workout!💡

3 No-Equipment Workout Circuits Everyone Should Try Working out doesn’t have to require expensive equipment. Reach your fitness goals with these bodyweight exercises that require no equipment.

Three reasons we love going to the gym at the same time every day:

👯Building a gym community increases the likelihood that you’ll reach your fitness goals.

🕙Your muscles have time to recover before your next gym sesh.

💪Strong habits = stronger body.

How can you wake up to a delicious, protein-packed breakfast without an in-home chef? With these oats, that’s how.

Recipe: Vanilla Protein Overnight Oats Get energized with this make-ahead protein breakfast! These vanilla protein overnight oats are customizable and perfect for busy mornings.

Maybe you’re working out TOO hard? 🤯 Here are 8 other surprising reasons you might not be seeing the progress you want.

9 Reasons You're Not Seeing the Progress You Want in the Gym It can be frustrating to work hard and feel like you’re not seeing results. Remember this: You’re not alone in your struggle — and don’t get down on yourself!

Maybe you’re working out TOO hard? 🤯 Here are 8 other surprising reasons you might not be seeing the progress you want.

9 Reasons You're Not Seeing the Progress You Want in the Gym It can be frustrating to work hard and feel like you’re not seeing results. Remember this: You’re not alone in your struggle — and don’t get down on yourself!

Investing in yourself is always money well-spent. We asked members the reason their membership is worth it. Tell us yours in the comments 👇👇👇

Investing in yourself is always money well-spent. We asked members the reason their membership is worth it. Tell us yours in the comments 👇👇👇

We want to congratulate our General Manager & who welcomed their beautiful daughter last week! Many of our AF members have been asking about photos and how they’re doing. Mom & baby are doing wonderful! We are so excited for all of the memories & adventures they create as a family! Congratulations again!

Gerard will be on paternity leave until Mid-October so feel free to direct any questions to Jacy at [email protected] or 781-302-6955.

It's time to put your fancy smartwatch to use! 😉 Understanding the stats you're tracking can help you reach your fitness goals faster. Learn more about heart rate training on the blog, and as always, ask a Coach with questions!

The Ultimate Guide to Heart Rate Training How to determine your target and maximum heart rate and create a fitness plan with multi-zone heart rate training.

Show us a more welcoming space to work on your fitness goals….we’ll wait!

But the reality is, you won’t be able to - Anytime Fitness wins when it comes to real coaches for real people. 🏆

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There's nothing better than that first-bite feeling — especially when it comes to these five mood-boosting foods. 😋

5 Foods That Can Boost Your Mood Need a mood boost? These foods can improve mental health by helping your body produce more of the hormones it needs to run smoothly.

There's nothing better than that first-bite feeling — especially when it comes to these five mood-boosting foods. 😋 g

5 Foods That Can Boost Your Mood Need a mood boost? These foods can improve mental health by helping your body produce more of the hormones it needs to run smoothly.

Soak up the last few weeks of summer and take your workout outside!️ Try this 10-minute core routine that's perfect for an outdoor workout — you may find some unexpected benefits. 👀

How to Make Outdoor Workouts Work for You A consistent workout routine is important. But sometimes it helps to change things up. Try something new with an outdoor workout — and see how a little exercise in fresh air can add unexpected health and fitness benefits.

Hey there, Anytime Fitness Fam! Join us over in the AF App Community 💪📲 where our Coaches are ready to answer your training, nutrition and recovery questions! 💬 You can also access personalized workouts and tips to help you stay motivated every step of the way. Click the link to learn more about the app, and download it today!

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