Long Beach fitness

Health and fitness are often an outdoor affair in Southern California. Whether you’re looking for yoga on the beach, bootcamp in the park, or even a rowing class on the water it’s all here. Of course, even though the weather is perfect in Long Beach, health classes can still be found in more traditional places. The city has indoor gyms and personal trainers, too. If you need a little fitness inspiration just keep reading…

Heart of Ida Host Tools for Independence; Helping Seniors Stay Healthy and Safe

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Tools for Independence is a free hands-on opportunity especially designed for sedentary or inactive seniors. This event helps you get moving, while lear…

Community Invited to Tour 3 Local Boys & Girls Clubs of Long Beach

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The Boys & Girls Clubs of Long Beach (BGCLB) are rolling out the blue carpet, and inviting the entire community to experience the magic that happens inside 3 of the 11 Clubs across the city. Joining thousands of Boys & Girls Clubs across the nation, Long Beach’s Clubs are hosting an exciting series of events, [...]

Junior League of Long Beach Hosts Eighth Annual Kids in the Kitchen Event March 9

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Junior League of Long Beach (JLLB) offers local families the chance to have fun while learning about healthy eating and exercise at the eighth annual Kids in the Kitchen. Co-sponsored by The City of Long Beach Department of Health and Human Services Healthy Active Long Beach Project, the event is free and will be held [...]

Free Fitness Classes Offered During January by 360 Krav Maga

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360 Krav Maga is offering you the opportunity to try a class for FREE every Thursday during the month of January! Get started on those New Year’s resolutions by trying out either a self-defense or fitness classes with some of the best, most dedicated instructors in the world.

LA Pop Culture Author/Photographer Robert Landau Showcases Rock ‘N’ Roll Billboards of the Sunset Strip at Retro Row Reception

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LA Pop Culture Author/Photographer Robert Landau Showcases New coffee table book Rock ‘N’ Roll Billboards of the Sunset Strip at Retro Row Reception, Saturday November 10, 2012 at inretrospect. In Rock ‘n’ Roll Billboards of the Sunset Strip, author/photographer Robert Landau showcases the definitive signs of a special time, a time when rock was the [...]

Councilmember Neal Invites Residents to Participate in Design Discussion For a New Fitness Park

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Councilmember Steven Neal, Coalition for a Healthy North Long Beach, and Department of Parks, Recreations and Marine invite residents to participate in a design discussion for a new fitness park development in North Long Beach on Monday, October 22, 2012 at Houghton Park.

Long Beach Marathon Events Planned All Weekend; Kick-off Friday With Health Expo

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Southern California’s most scenic race pounds pavement this weekend as runners take to the streets for the Long Beach International City Bank Marathon & Half Marathon, Sunday, October 7, 2012. Nearly 25,000 people participate in the activities each year year, which offer something for every age group and fitness ability. The day of events includes [...]

Mayor Foster Receives National Bicycle Leadership Award

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Bicycle friendly communities don’t start with bike lanes or share the road campaigns or cycling education; they start with a visionary leader. Monday night, the League of American Bicyclists recognized Mayor Bob Foster with the first-ever Bicycle Friendly America Leadership Award for his dedication and vision to transform Long Beach into one of the nation’s [...]

Long Beach Pajama Run Takes Off on Saturday

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Like to run for a good cause and celebrate? The Long Beach Pajama Run on June 30, 2012 is a chance to experience the most fun Pajama Event ever! Don’t feel like running? Rise and shine, come hang out, bring your friends and come celebrate, shop, and enjoy music at the free festival 8am to [...]

Get Up & Ride National Bike Challenge Offers Opportunity to Log Miles, Win Prizes, & Get Healthy

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When Heather Towers started commuting by bike last year, she just hoped to save a few dollars in transportation costs. But, with the help of the National Bike Challenge, the Maryland resident discovered so much more: better health, new friends and increased connection to her community.

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