It's Motivation Monday and we got moving with O Athletik gym in The Heights. Tessa took on their big hill simulator and learned some simple but effective movements you can do from home to get that blood pumping!

Summer bodies are made year-round, and getting fit on a budget has never been easier here in the Houston area.

Houston Life’s Tessa Barrera visits the new Pvolve studio in Memorial for a fitness class.

Forget the cocktails—this Houston-based wellness duo is redefining happy hour. Meet Garry Jedkins and Ricky Ashton, co-founders of Reverse Happy Hour, the corporate wellness experience that brings movement, mindset, and mobility to the office.

Walk your way to a healthier life! Health and fitness expert Dr. Ian Smith and trainer Joey Thurman stopped by to teach us how to spice up our walking routine on this National Walking Day. It's all about starting small for big changes with simple moves you can do anywhere. Transcript

Lumin Fitness Studio combines hands-on coaching with real-time feedback from an AI trainer – giving you a workout that’s out of this world.

Looking for a new workout? Try out this barre and yoga fitness routine.

Aging is inevitable, but that doesn't mean your health has to decline. Author and health expert Dr. Ian Smith joined us with two key ingredients to eat for every decade of life from your 30s to your 60s. "Eat Your Age" is available now everywhere books are sold.

Free yoga at Discovery Green, and, it's hosted by Beetlejuice! Halloween will be here before you know it, celebrate now with the return of "The Ghost With The Most." KPRC 2 Insiders also have the chance to score free tickets to the sequel of the popular 1988 movie starring Michael Keaton, Winona Ryder, and Jenna Ortega. Beetlejuice Beetlejuice scares into theaters on Sept. 6th.

A different kind of playground opened Thursday morning in Houston’s East End.

Fitness expert Erica Hood is expecting twins of her own and she's sharing her best advice on how to stay active with pregnancy-friendly exercises.

Getting in good workouts doesn’t mean going to a gym with heavy equipment all the time, Erica Hood, founder of HoodFit, said you don’t even need equipment!

National Senior Health and Fitness Day is upon us, a day meant to highlight and promote physical activity for those in their golden years.

Meet Erica Hood, a fitness expert and founder of Hoodfit, a wellness company for women. She's hosting a 'Rep Your Womanhood' event for Women's History Month. Join her to find joy through movement.

From darkness to fitness light! How Neal Howard, a blind Zumba instructor, lost more than 200 pounds and continues to spread joy on social media. He shared his weight loss journey with us, how he adapts to his surroundings, and how his students inspire him on and off the dance floor.

Here is a guide for reasons why it’s important to eat after working out and what foods/beverages are best to consume.

Two hip replacements couldn't keep Carrie Bradshaw away from her passion of running. Tessa went for a jog with the wife, mom of four and self-proclaimed Bionic Woman as she prepares for the Houston Half Marathon.

Houston Life’s Melanie Camp heads to ENDVR Active Community in the Greater Fifth Ward for a guide to help you get back into the gym and into a new fitness routine for 2024.

If you're overwhelmed by the holiday season, you're not alone! Flexologist David Okuma with StretchLab, stopped by Studio B to share easy stretches you can do at home to help release tension.

No deprivation, no shame, no guilt.

Working out your core could help combat the fatigue and bloating that you may experience after eating holiday foods.

Joan Macdonald is a 77-year-old fitness influencer inspiring millions of followers online to get fit and work out at any age. Learn more about her journey and what she does to stay active.

Exercise anytime, anywhere

If your current workout has gotten a little stale, maybe it's time to 'punch' it up a bit!

KPRC 2 health reporter Haley Hernandez speaks with Senior Helpers spokesperson to learn how to help aging family members stay fit.

Escape from the heat, have fun, and get FIT!

Erica Hood from HoodFit is showing quick and effective high-intensity interval training (HITT) exercises you can do anywhere at any time.

Cardio routine from celebrity trainer Erica Hood

Celebrity Fitness Trainer Erica Hood demonstrates easy low-impact workouts you can do from home!

The City of Houston's chief medical officer, Doctor David Persse, shared diet and exercise tips to promote a healthier lifestyle.

Valentine’s Day is a day for love, sweetness, and a nice dinner with either your boo, or bestie! The holiday calls for sugar, candies and sweets galore! It’s 100% okay to indulge and satisfy those love day cravings, but tomorrow, if you’re ready to snap back into a fitness routine, try a couples or a bestie workout!

Still trying to get back into the groove and keep your new year’s resolution to get healthy? We’ve got you covered.

Are you having a hard time sticking to your New Year’s resolutions? Are you trying to figure out how to get back to them? The answer may really surprise you.

What mistakes are commonly made by those getting back into working out? And what are best ways to ensure that a New Year's resolution isn’t given up on by March -- or even earlier?

Planet Fitness Houston locations are now teamed up with Special Strong to pave the way for adaptive fitness.

No Gym? No Problem!

Tuesday at 3:00 p.m. on Houston Life, KPRC 2 Derrick Shore introduced us to a 60 year-old female body builder with an inspiring story. It’s so inspiring she was invited to give a TED x Talk! Watch the story here:

No matter your age, gender or size, this class is made for EVERYONE to have a good time!

You’ve probably seen it in community centers, public parks, or health clubs. There’s a popular sport gaining new fans across Houston: pickleball.

A first on Houston Life, Lauren Kelly is live revealing a viral craze in Houston that’s for women-only. It has more than 187k Followers on Instagram and 76,200 YouTube subscribers. It started in Houston and is a nationwide success story. Join us Wednesday at 3:00 p.m. on KPRC 2.

More people in a gym means more noise, which can lead to some risk of hearing loss while working out.

Local yoga instructor Laura Burns is breaking barriers and starting real conversations about body empowerment.

One organization in Detroit is doing its best to make sure there is access for all types of cyclists.

Born and raised in Missouri City, Texas, Lanny Smith played basketball throughout high school and in college at the University of Houston.

Exercise can be great once you get into a healthy routine -- especially when you’re doing some workouts you enjoy.

If you’re looking for easy exercises you can do at home without any expensive equipment, barre workouts can help you strengthen and sculpt muscles in a short and efficient workout.

It can be a real struggle to stay on track during the holiday season, especially when you’re tempted with a big holiday meal, decadent drinks and desserts, and parties around every corner.

If you’re looking for cardio exercises that require little to no setup, fitness guru Mandy DiMarzo shows you an easy workout for all fitness levels.

Certified trainer and Tone and Sculpt coach, Danyele Wilson takes us through cardio focused exercises that will get our hearts pumping and help us build strength.

Are you ready for fitness in the park?

Ready to get back out and get back in shape? Head to Row House and StrechLab in Bellaire for Fit Fest 2021 Saturday, May 22.

New York Times bestselling author and host of the syndicated television show The Doctors’—Ian K. Smith, M.D has a unique intermittent fasting plan that combines the power of time-restricted eating with an easy-to-follow detailed program.

24 Hour Fitness, which has 39 locations in Texas will welcome all residents and first responders regardless of membership through the end of March. According to a news release Thursday, Texas residents who are interested in visiting their nearby 24 Hour Fitness club can simply visit to gain access throughout the month. Karl Santf, Chief Operating Officer of 24 Hour Fitness said in a statement they are pleased to offer their clubs to the community as a place to take care of their physical and mental wellbeing. Ad24 Hour Fitness continues to enact COVID-19 protocols such as mask-wearing and social distancing and stringent cleaning procedures. To find your nearest 24 Hour Fitness, click here.

Are you new to working out and finding you’re exhausted for hours afterward?

A fitness tracker might not seem necessary to improving your health, and for some people, it’s probably a take-it-or-leave-it kind of item.

Working out at home has been a big trend over these past few years, especially considering the pandemic -- and people who love to exercise have likely been looking for creative ways to keep up an in-house routine.

HOUSTON – Urban Air Adventure Park Katy is the ultimate indoor playground for your entire family. If you’ve ever jumped on a trampoline, you know it’s a great workout. Since you’re having so much fun jumping, many people forget that they are actually getting a workout in. There’s a ropes course, an adventure hub, a sky rider that takes you around the top of the building, wall climbing, a warrior course, battle beams, and the WIPEOUT! ‘Houston Life’ viewers can also get a discount when they call and mention the show.

HOUSTON – Have you ever dreamed of being a Rockstar while getting into shape? (raises hand)POUND Fitness is the perfect way to turn your workout into a concert! Here’s how: POUND instructors use something called Ripstix (that just SOUNDS cool) throughout the class, which are “lightly weighted exercise drumsticks to transform drumming into a sweat dripping, full body workout.”Talk about toning up and rocking out! So if you’re looking for a fun new way to get into shape this year, and you love jamming out to some good tunes while pretending you’re the biggest rocker on the planet, this might be a perfect fit for you. Watch as Lauren Kelly tries to drum the calories away with POUND instructor Momo Foster.

It's not too late, you guys!

Getting up early for morning workouts can be hard, but there are ways to help make it a habit.

Finding the time to get a workout in can be so hard most days.

HOUSTON – Baby Bull Boxing is not your typical boxing gym and you don’t have to be training to go pro in order to join them. Their expert trainers will share their range of knowledge on boxing sills and fitness training to help you achieve your goals. With techniques and experience perfected over 20 years of training world class boxers, you’ll unlock your best in a fun, safe, and supportive environment no matter your experience or fitness level. Baby Bull Boxing is also home to four time Lightweight World Champion, Juan “Baby Bull” Diaz and #1 Team USA flyweight boxer Virginia “Ginny” Fuchs. Baby Bull Boxing offers classes and training for fitness minded individuals, as well as amateur and professional athletes.

Iron Sports Fitness off 1960 is a ninja training facility, with plenty of unique workouts and fun classes that are great for training and getting into shape. You can train for American Ninja Warrior, Spartan Races, Tough Mudders, and lots more at Iron Sports Fitness. They have fitness classes for all ages, including a mini ninja class, and ninja school. Plus they also have Core Fitness classes for adults. Watch as Lauren Kelly chats with Pro Ninja Josh Salinas more about what it takes to train like a ninja!

HOUSTON – Houston Life hosts, Derrick Shore and Courtney Zavala learn the basics of Bollywood dancing with a virtual lesson. The studio offers Bollywood dance and fitness classes, competition dance teams and performance groups for weddings and other special events. Because of Covid-19, they now offer dance and fitness classes online to help people stay active in their homes during Quarantine. They have a special offer for Houston Life viewers. New virtual clients can mention “Houston Life” to get one week of free virtual fitness classes or 50% off the first month of virtual dance classes.

KPRC 2 spoke to people who are focusing on staying in shape and living a healthy lifestyle as New Year resolutions. “Exercise more, eat healthier and enjoy 2021, so glad it’s here,” one woman told KPRC 2. “I’m getting it off to a good start out here early in the morning,” one woman said. I turned 36 today so I challenged my friends to 3.6 miles, not 36 miles because I’m not crazy 3.6,” one runner said. “My New Year resolution is to be healthy, happy and spend lots of time with family and friends,” one person said.

HOUSTON – We love to shine a spotlight on our Houstonians doing amazing things and this star fitness trainer is one we’re excited for you to meet. Tunde spent 12 years as a makeup artist in L.A., she’s going on her second year as a Peloton instructor in New York City, but Houston will always be home. She’s living her best life in New York City and is a real powerhouse on the bike! A class with Tunde will never lack a great playlist and a positive message that goes beyond physical fitness. Make sure to catch Tunde on the bike, we promise you will not want to miss her!

HOUSTON – Businesses across the country were forced to close due to the pandemic, some never to reopen. Due to the restructuring, multiple locations in the Houston area and across Texas were closed permanently. Now, months later, two former 24-Hour Fitness locations have gotten a complete overhaul and will reopen as Texans Fit gyms, where locals can train like a Houston Texan. According to the website, the locations are in Katy and Rosenburg and are now open for membership. Members of the gym will have the chance to work out in a “state-of-the-art facility” that includes a 25-yard indoor lap pool and indoor fitness turf, the website said.

A local exercise equipment company is on a mission to motivate and inspire Houstonians to adopt fitness as a lifestyle. During COVID, many people have been skipping the gym, but today we’ve got the ultimate fitness tip for all your garage gym needs. Owner of FDHTX, Lee McLaren shares how simple it is to create a sled pull for just $25, no matter your fitness level. “Fitness doesn’t have to be expensive or complicated.” – McLarenDIY SLED PULLMaterials needed:1 tire2 washers1 eyebolt with nut1 plate for extra weight (optional)1 harness“The reason I love sleds is a couple reasons. Also, it’s a full body workout so you can really maximize your time, plus they are really safe.

HOUSTON – Forget boring, structured fitness classes, ‘Dance Your *Booty* Off’ is a body-positive and female-friendly dance class that brings the moves, AND the fun! Owner Marianne Vergult teaches this free online class via Zoom every Saturday and Sunday. Her one-hour class will have you burning tons of calories (without even realizing that you’re working out,) while grooving to some of your favorite upbeat music. For more information on ‘Dance Your *Booty* Off,’ click HERE. Watch as Lauren Kelly shows off her best dance moves!

With COVID-19 cases surging again, perhaps you’re taking a break from the gym. Or maybe you just enjoy at-home workouts, regardless of what’s going on around you. Some people are always be looking for ways to stay active and in shape.

HOUSTON – We made it to FRIDAY everyone! And even though the days seem long and monotonous, you can still get a good workout in without going to the gym. Lauren Kelly and her boyfriend Gabriel are back with a few exercises anyone can do from home, and no equipment is needed. From crunches, to wall-sits, to racing your pups...there’s always a way you can get active!

The holidays are wonderful, aren’t they? It’s a time to indulge, but it doesn’t mean we have to lose our way when it comes to health and wellness.

HOUSTON – When you think of the using a ballet bar for exercise, you probably associate that with doing a ballet class, right? Well not at The Bar Method! Their fitness classes are for any body type, and you definitely don’t need ballet shoes. Dana Abromovitz, owner and primary instructor at The Bar Method Memorial told us that instructors go through 6 months of training, and work with physical therapists to adjust you to get into the proper form for your body. In addition to getting a great workout, you’re in a fun, safe, and supportive environment, so you look forward to working out!

HOUSTON – Ever wanted to learn how to fly high on an aerial silk...FOR A WORKOUT? Axis Aerial Arts and Pole Fitness hopes to provide a new style of fitness for all. Their main idea is to let everyone run away with the circus, even if it’s for just an hour in their work week. The cirque and pole inspired workouts are challenging, but fun, and that’s really what makes your workout more of a hobby and less like a punishment. Owner/trainer Rachel Tisdale, along with aerialist Syriah, showed us some of their high-flying secrets on the aerial silk, as well as on the pole.

HOUSTON – When was the last time you picked up a hula hoop and gave it a spin? Have you ever thought of using a hula hoop for a workout? Now you can get a full lesson on hula-hooping...while you’re working out...at Hoop Cubed Dance in Old Town Spring! We stopped into their studios for our weird workout week while owner/instructor, Heather Says, gave us the scoop on the great benefits hula hooping can have for your body. Hula hooping at Hoop Cubed Dance is for ever age, body size, and fitness level!

HOUSTON – Getting in shape in the new year doesn’t have to be boring, that’s why we are taking our workouts out of the gym this week! Ashlie Holdorf, owner/trainer at Vibe Fitness in Katy showed Lauren Kelly a few moves on the surf board with a preview of their surfset class. At Vibe Fitness, everyone is welcome...they even have classes for kids! Their #1 goal is to get you to feel your best all while having a great time. Stop in and try the surfset surfboard class, HIIT (high intensity interval training) aerial fitness classes, Barre classes, Pound drum fitness classes, Zumba classes, among many others to choose from.

Getting healthy in the new year is easy at the YMCA of Greater Houston | HOUSTON LIFE | KPRC 2Published: December 19, 2019, 2:08 pmThe YMCA of Greater Houston has been serving the Houston community for over 130 years. It’s a place you can work out and get healthy, but also so much more! They offer something for everyone…from infants to senior citizens. Now, they’re making it easy for you to get the entire family active in the new year.

Check out Brandi's 2-Minute Warrior Workout videos on Click2Houston.com/workout. This led to me teaching a women's ninja class at Iron Sports, to starting a fitness ministry at my church (MDUMC), onto American Ninja Warrior and beyond. And what did I name my fitness business -- KTF Fitness of course. I have been on American Ninja Warrior Season 9, and I am awaiting season 10. I was recently on Ninja vs Ninja (formerly Team Ninja Warrior) and it will air in spring.