East Bay gym owner, restaurateurs among those defying California health orders
The backlash against tough new restrictions is growing.
The backlash against tough new restrictions is growing.
Tempe closing gyms, halting sporting events amid COVID-19
Beginning Dec. 7, the City of Tempe will re-close gyms and fitness centers inside Kiwanis, North Tempe, Escalante, and Westside community centers amid COVID-19. Sports tournaments will also be stopped temporarily to help avoid large group gatherings. The city said playgrounds will remain open.
Beginning Dec. 7, the City of Tempe will re-close gyms and fitness centers inside Kiwanis, North Tempe, Escalante, and Westside community centers amid COVID-19. Sports tournaments will also be stopped temporarily to help avoid large group gatherings. The city said playgrounds will remain open.
Getting in one last indoor workout in San Jose before coronavirus restrictions take hold
On Tuesday, the morning after Gov. Gavin Newsom's announcement, there were people getting in one last workout at one 24-Hour Fitness in San Jose.
On Tuesday, the morning after Gov. Gavin Newsom's announcement, there were people getting in one last workout at one 24-Hour Fitness in San Jose.
National Take A Hike Day in Phoenix
There no shortage of people enjoying a morning hike up one of the Valley's trails and Nov. 17 is National Take A Hike Day! More information at https://www.phoenix.gov/Parks/Trails.
There no shortage of people enjoying a morning hike up one of the Valley's trails and Nov. 17 is National Take A Hike Day! More information at https://www.phoenix.gov/Parks/Trails.
North Bay race organizer fined $6K for holding race during pandemic
Similar events have been canceled due to COVID-19 restrictions, but Matt Dockstader tried to hold what he called a hybrid event.
Similar events have been canceled due to COVID-19 restrictions, but Matt Dockstader tried to hold what he called a hybrid event.
Florida athlete becomes first person with Down syndrome to finish IRONMAN triathlon
Chris Nikic, 21, made history Saturday by becoming the first person with Down syndrome to finish an IRONMAN triathlon.
Chris Nikic, 21, made history Saturday by becoming the first person with Down syndrome to finish an IRONMAN triathlon.
New study shows risk of contracting COVID-19 at gyms is low
With coronavirus cases rising around the world people are again wondering what activities are the highest risk. A new study shows contracting the virus while working out at gyms is actually low.
With coronavirus cases rising around the world people are again wondering what activities are the highest risk. A new study shows contracting the virus while working out at gyms is actually low.
Club Pilates Gainey Ranch reopening in Scottsdale
Club Pilates Gainey Ranch in Scottsdale is set to reopen this weekend following coronavirus closures. More information at https://www.clubpilates.com/location/gaineyranch.
Club Pilates Gainey Ranch in Scottsdale is set to reopen this weekend following coronavirus closures. More information at https://www.clubpilates.com/location/gaineyranch.
Gym owner fined $1,000 for keeping his doors open as Sonoma County remains in purple tier
On Tuesday, a county staffer entered Kovac's 16,000-square-foot facility on Highway 12 and wrote Kovacs a citation for violating the public health prohibition on exercising inside.
On Tuesday, a county staffer entered Kovac's 16,000-square-foot facility on Highway 12 and wrote Kovacs a citation for violating the public health prohibition on exercising inside.
2020 fitness trends: Yoga, high-intensity interval training making a comeback
Wellness is taking on a whole new meaning right now and two classic trends are making a big comeback this year -- yoga and high-intensity interval training.
Wellness is taking on a whole new meaning right now and two classic trends are making a big comeback this year -- yoga and high-intensity interval training.
88-year-old man completes walk ‘around-the-world’
After three decades, Hathaway accomplished his goal on Oct. 3, logging 24,901 miles — the equivalent of circling the globe at the equator.
After three decades, Hathaway accomplished his goal on Oct. 3, logging 24,901 miles — the equivalent of circling the globe at the equator.
Ruth Bader Ginsburg's personal trainer does push-ups in front of her casket in tribute
Bryant Johnson, the longtime personal trainer of the late Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg, did push-ups in front of her casket while paying his final respects.
Bryant Johnson, the longtime personal trainer of the late Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg, did push-ups in front of her casket while paying his final respects.
Gyms, hair salons and tattoo shops allowed to operate indoors in San Francisco
Only services where face coverings can be worn at all times by everyone can reopen right now.
Only services where face coverings can be worn at all times by everyone can reopen right now.
‘I literally let my guard down for an hour’: Jillian Michaels got COVID-19 after working out with close friend
Jillian Michaels, famously known as a fitness guru, revealed she recovered after contracting COVID-19 from a workout friend during a FOX Business interview.
Jillian Michaels, famously known as a fitness guru, revealed she recovered after contracting COVID-19 from a workout friend during a FOX Business interview.
Hammer Crossfit in Peoria reopens under new guidelines
More and more gyms are reopening with changes to their operations amid COVID-19, including Hammer Crossfit located near 83rd Avenue and Bell in Peoria.
More and more gyms are reopening with changes to their operations amid COVID-19, including Hammer Crossfit located near 83rd Avenue and Bell in Peoria.
Gyms aim to open in Phoenix, Tucson as virus cases ebb
State guidelines drafted by Christ’s department say gyms can reopen at 25% capacity once a county hits moderate transmission rates but must commit to implementing strategies to prevent the spread of the virus. Gyms are also urged to use a reservation system. Bars and nightclubs also can open at 50% occupancy levels, but only if they convert to restaurant service and implement stringent health department guidelines. Bars with no food service must remain closed.
State guidelines drafted by Christ’s department say gyms can reopen at 25% capacity once a county hits moderate transmission rates but must commit to implementing strategies to prevent the spread of the virus. Gyms are also urged to use a reservation system. Bars and nightclubs also can open at 50% occupancy levels, but only if they convert to restaurant service and implement stringent health department guidelines. Bars with no food service must remain closed.
Weights and dumbbells are latest coronavirus-fueled shortage: Here's what to use instead
Weights are becoming increasingly harder to find — with some back-ordered until the fall — as more people bulk up on home gym equipment as the world spends more time at home during the coronavirus pandemic.
Weights are becoming increasingly harder to find — with some back-ordered until the fall — as more people bulk up on home gym equipment as the world spends more time at home during the coronavirus pandemic.
Phoenix gym goes above and beyond to follow COVID-19 safety, allowed to reopen
A gym in Phoenix went above and beyond to follow COVID-19 health guidance and were approved by the state to reopen. Some gyms weren't so lucky.
A gym in Phoenix went above and beyond to follow COVID-19 health guidance and were approved by the state to reopen. Some gyms weren't so lucky.
LIST: Arizona businesses that have been approved to reopen
As of Wednesday, August 19, several businesses have been approved, including movie theaters, bars, and gyms. AZDHS says duplicate business names reflect different locations. They did not give exact locations.
As of Wednesday, August 19, several businesses have been approved, including movie theaters, bars, and gyms. AZDHS says duplicate business names reflect different locations. They did not give exact locations.
Judges denies Mountainside Fitness’ request for contempt order against Ducey
Judge Timothy Thomason of Maricopa County Superior Court ruled on August 17 that there was no indication that Ducey’s reopening plan for gyms violated due process standards. The judge wrote that Mountainside Fitness “has not even given the process a chance to work.”
Judge Timothy Thomason of Maricopa County Superior Court ruled on August 17 that there was no indication that Ducey’s reopening plan for gyms violated due process standards. The judge wrote that Mountainside Fitness “has not even given the process a chance to work.”