Bronx Community College will be hosting its 45th annual Run the Bronx, a community health event that includes 10K & 5K runs as well as a 2-mile fitness walk on Saturday, May 6th 2023. Co-founded in 1978 by the late and distinguished BCC President and Tuskegee Airman Roscoe C. Brown Jr., Run the Bronx attracts over 2,000 participants annually. Run the Bronx, a signature BCC event, was developed to promote
Considering getting back to the gym but still unsure if it’s safe? Our writer Khaleel shares his experience at nearby LA Fitness Eastchester Road location here in the Bronx….
By: Khaleel Williams
During this pandemic, it is understandable if you want to wait before you start going back to the gym. We should still do everything in our power to mitigate the potential spread of the virus. However, we should take notice of those who are operating effectively despite hindrance from the pandemic. LA Fitness located at 1776 Eastchester Road in the Bronx is a perfect example of how possible it is to run a business, let alone a gym despite the challenging times we are living in.
Personally speaking, having space is something I value normally and even more so during the pandemic. LA Fitness has maximized their space and has created the perfect environment for its members during the pandemic. The weight machines follow the six feet social distancing rule to a tee and the cardio machines are placed in a way to ensure that no one works out close to each other. This is achieved by placing not in service signs on every other machine. Using the gym’s space to their advantage certainly succeeded in making their members more comfortable.
In addition to the ideal spacing situation, they follow procedures similar to many medical institutions, which include doing a temperature check before letting you go any further and mandating mask wearing at all times. This prevents the possibility of a member having the virus and spreading it the other members. To prevent the spread of germs, they have several cleaning stations to spray and wipe down the machines before and after you use it. They have hand sanitizing machines at every corner. LA Fitness has done an admirable job of creating comfort for each and everyone of their visitors.
LA Fitness in the Bronx has provided people a safe escape during these difficult times. They have successfully created a clean and spacious gym environment during the pandemic and for that they deserve serious praise.
For more information and to sign up for membership, visit www.lafitness.com.
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It’s that time of year! Resolutions to get healthy, get organized, save money, and more. It’s also that time of year when you hear regular gym goers complain about the influx of newbies the first two weeks of the new year, only to never be seen again. Well, time to prove the naysayers wrong! Blink Fitness just opened its most recent location at 3580 White Plains Rd here in the
