Each year, from February 1st through March 1st, we celebrate Black History Month, a time to honor and acknowledge the rich cultural heritage and monumental contributions of African Americans. This month also serves as a powerful reminder of Black resilience and triumphs in the face of adversity and the ongoing journey toward full equality and recognition in America. This observance... Continue Reading

Invigorate your health & wellness this year and join us for all-day celebratory open houses at all VIDA Fitness locations! Check out our Open House dates and offers below. Bring a guest for FREE. Refer a friend to join VIDA and receive $50. January January 10th: Join and receive a $25 Amazon gift card January 24th: Join and receive a $75... Continue Reading

Guest blog by Jessica Herfurth, Development Associate at Thrive DC No one has to be homeless or hungry. Thrive DC has been operating in the Columbia Heights neighborhood in Ward 1 for more than 15 years with a mission to prevent and end homelessness in Washington, DC. We meet people where they are, in the community they live in. Clients... Continue Reading

You have great intentions to exercise. You set goals for yourself. You want to feel better and work toward your health. But every day, it seems like every hour is scheduled, and then you fall into bed each night and do it again the next day. Sound familiar? All too often, exercise goes by the wayside because other things take... Continue Reading

So, you’ve heard about Pilates but don’t quite know if it’s for you? Andrea Van Zile says Pilates is for every single person – and that every single person will reap great benefits. Andrea is the Director of VIDA Pilates as well as the head of Pilates Education. Teaching for over a decade and a student of the method for... Continue Reading

The Fall season is nearly upon us, and this time of year can bring on an exercise slump. The days are beginning to get shorter, and the fun energy of summer is behind us. Maybe you are finding yourself going through the motions of your workouts without much enthusiasm, or maybe you’ve hit a plateau and don’t have a strong... Continue Reading

We know that our diet impacts our health in so many ways, but when you take that bite of an apple or spoonful of ice cream or a forkful of pasta primavera, are you thinking about how it will affect your skin? That’s right…what you consume significantly impacts your skin health. A well-balanced diet can promote healthy, glowing skin and... Continue Reading

By: Jamie Plodzik, MS, RD Registered Dietitian at VIDA City Vista & Gallery Place What exactly is cholesterol? It is a waxy substance found in animal-based foods and in human cells. Our body needs some cholesterol to function normally, including playing a role in digestion and making hormones and vitamin D. There are three main types of cholesterol in the... Continue Reading

Nobody is immune to stress – it’s an inevitable part of human existence because we are in fact equipped with it as a natural response to danger. But stress can negatively affect our mood, how we treat those around us and how we deal with daily happenings. Stress can also be debilitating, and it can cause and/or aggravate health problems. People... Continue Reading

Each year, from February 1st through March 1st, we celebrate Black History Month, a time to honor and acknowledge the rich cultural heritage and monumental contributions of African Americans. This month also serves as a powerful reminder of Black resilience and triumphs in the face of adversity and the ongoing journey toward full equality and recognition in America. This observance... Continue Reading

Each year, we celebrate and observe National Hispanic Heritage Month from September 15th through October 15th to honor the culture and contributions brought to America by those of Hispanic descent. Hispanic Heritage Month initially began as a week-long observation in 1968 under President Johnson. The observation was later extended to a month-long celebration during President Reagan’s term in 1988. Since... Continue Reading

April is Physical Wellness and Stress Awareness Month, and to celebrate, VIDA is hosting a Week of Wellness from April 24th through April 30th. Let us uncomplicate wellness for you! Boost your energy, reduce stress, and improve your overall health by taking one of our specially curated classes all week long. RSVP for class on the VIDA app. Non-member BFFs... Continue Reading

Most of us agree that getting a massage is a great way to destress, relieve aches and pains and experience a little self-care. What if you could enhance all of these things and get even more benefits from your next massage? If that sounds enticing, perhaps a massage with CBD oil is for you. Read on to find out a... Continue Reading

National Massage Awareness Week takes place from October 23rd to the 29th this year. While massages are mainly known for inducing some well-deserved relaxation, there are also many other benefits of massage therapy that can enhance your life. Improves Circulation & Flexibility When massage therapists are manipulating different pressure points on your body, they are helping break up debris and... Continue Reading

We live in a very on-the-go society, and it can be easy to forget to take the time to care for yourself. During a pandemic, it can also be anxiety inducing to keep up with world news on top personal and professional pressures. Focusing on relaxation shouldn’t add more pressure to your life. Rather, scheduling out time to make sure... Continue Reading