Juneteenth is a nationally celebrated holiday commemorating the end of slavery in the United States. The holiday gets its name by combining the date it is recognized, June 19th. In January 1863, in the middle of the Civil War, President Lincoln issued the Emancipation Proclamation, which declared all enslaved people in Confederate states to be freed. At this time, millions... Continue Reading

Find inspiration and motivation with group fitness classes powered by LGBTQ+ artists, music, and culture. This month we're featuring: Ballston PUMP’d Up for Pride with Chris Monday, 6/5 at 6:30 pm Broadway in the Box with Mike Tuesday, 6/6 at 6:00 am & 6:30 pm Sweat’n Rainbows SweatBox with Gwen Monday, 6/12 at 8:30 am & 6:30 pm Sweat’n Rainbox... Continue Reading

Happy Pride, VIDA! We celebrate Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Queer (LGBTQ+) Pride Month each June to honor the 1969 Stonewall riots and the work being done to achieve equal rights and justice for all Americans, no matter their gender identity or sexual orientation. Since the 1970s, Pride events have more prominently popped up in cities all around the country.... Continue Reading

By Mekita Rivas, VIDA editor and member Let’s be honest: Maintaining a healthy work-life balance can be really tough. From taking care of tasks at work to juggling to-do lists at home, just keeping your head on straight is a full-time job! As an employer, you’re uniquely positioned to... Continue Reading

Studies have shown that companies with an active corporate wellness program have healthier and happier employees than those who do not provide health and wellness options. It makes sense – people who exercise more get sick less and have... 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

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

This Women's History Month, find strength, inspiration, and motivation with group fitness classes powered by female artists, music, and culture. Ballston Rihanna vs. Beyonce Full Throttle with Gwen Monday, 3/6 at 8:30 am, 5:15 pm, and 6:45 pm Rihanna vs. Beyonce Shred with Gwen Monday, 3/6 at 12:00 pm Taylor vs. Ariana Triple A with Gwen Sunday, 3/12 at 10:30... 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

As time goes by, our goals, our careers, our family situations, and even our hopes and dreams evolve. Life happens and with life comes changes. This holds true for our bodies as well. The state of our muscle mass, skin health, cell reproduction, bone density, hormones, and even our brain changes as we go through life. And as our bodies... Continue Reading

It’s March. The motivation you had for your New Year’s Resolution is waning. Spring is coming and you want to lose a few pounds fast. Maybe you go online to find a “quick fix” or maybe a friend has lost five pounds on a quirky new diet you are thinking of trying to mimic. Well, here’s a strong word of... 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

Each year, we celebrate and observe Women’s History Month from March 1st through 31st to honor the achievements of women throughout American history and the important roles they play within our society. This Women's History Month, we encourage our community members to learn more about the dynamic history of strong women in our country and appreciate their contributions to today's... Continue Reading

Each year, we celebrate and observe Black History Month from February 1st through March 1st to honor the generations of African Americans and the adversity faced to achieve citizenship in America. The celebration of black history began in 1915 when historian Carter G. Woodson noticed the lack of information available on the accomplishments of black people. Woodson co-founded the Association... Continue Reading

When working toward overall health and wellness, our focus can naturally skew toward how our body is operating and performing, our immune system, remaining at a healthy weight, and lowering our stress levels. These are all critically important, but what about our skin? Sometimes that goes overlooked. Did you know that your skin is your body’s largest organ? November is... 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