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Three Nutrition Tips For a Healthy Workout

We’ve all been there! You are halfway through your workout and you feel the downward spiral. Your body is tired. Your enthusiasm has turned to mush. The end of the line looks really, really far away, and everything ...
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Your Perseverance Our Personal Trainers

Have you ever taken a step forward to take two back? If you have, stepping into Merritt Athletic Clubs can prepare you to never do so again. As an award-winning establishment voted “Baltimore’s Best Health Club” ...
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Fall in Love with Fall

Fall is in full swing and it may be one of the best times of the year with all the colorful sunrises, cooling temps, football, changing leaves, local 5Ks, apple cider and Fall festivals.
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Real Men Wear Pink

My name is Chip Kafka. I am the Group Fitness Director for the City clubs at Merritt Athletic Clubs. While there are many everyday operational aspects to my job, there is one part that I ...
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Healthy And Easy Dinner Recipes

On a busy night, the last thing most of us want to do is drag out all the pots and pans, and cook a big, heavy meal. Here are a couple of easy and healthy recipes ...
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Alternative to Personal Training

I’ve been working out for 20 years or more and always thought I knew what I was doing.   I didn’t need any help.  Okay, well that may have been true in my 20’s but now ...
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3 Ways To Get Your Kids To Take A Walk With You

It’s a beautiful day and you want to get some exercise. You announce to the kids that you want to go for a walk so you tell them it’s time to put their shoes on. ...
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Premiere Fitness Health Club

Choosing to join a gym is a big decision and can truly be an overwhelming process. Whether you’re working out at home and feel the gym would offer more inspiration or are only just beginning ...
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Going Back to School? Why Merritt Clubs Will Help Boost Your Grades

College is a challenge for just about everybody, but even more so for students who have been out of the classroom for awhile. If you’re concerned about grades, there are two reasons why a regular ...
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I Need a Vacation…From My Vacation!

You recently returned from a fantastic summer vacation…a week spent enjoying family and friends at the ocean. A time filled with nonstop activities, late nights and a jam-packed schedule of fun.  It was no doubt ...
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How to Stay Active at an Office Job

Just because you’re not outside or in a gym does not mean you can’t be active. There are ample opportunities in every environment…no excuses. Staying active at work provides many benefits. Use these tips to ...
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How to be Confident at the Gym

Do you ever find yourself wanting to go to the gym but are afraid of actually going to the gym? There’s no need to be, the gym is a safe space to meet goals. However, ...
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