SMALL GROUP COURSES: YOUR PATHWAY TO THE PFP COMMUNITY
Have you done a search for Pittsburgh Fitness Project, seen an abundance of options online, and then felt like you weren’t sure where to begin? If you’ve been in this situation, I have great news: you won’t be in it much longer if you keep reading. I’m going to take you through what small group courses are and how they can be a pathway to the community here at PFP, and a great starting point. I’ll cover exactly what small groups are, when they start, and how you can benefit from them. Keep reading to learn all about it.
INSIDE GOLDEN GIRLS: OUR 60+ WOMEN’S STRENGTH CLASS
Our 60+ women’s class is designed to help you move better, feel stronger, and stay confident moving through your daily life and activities. This class isn’t about extreme workouts or aesthetics, but about building the qualities that support you now and for years to come: muscle mass, strength, bone density, and more.
THE POWER OF COMMUNITY & ACCOUNTABILITY IN GROUP COACHING
Group fitness isn’t just about breaking a sweat; it’s about building a supportive community where individuals grow stronger together. When you join a PFP Method class, you're not just committing to your own fitness journey, you're becoming part of an experience that motivates, encourages, and holds you accountable.
PFP BARBELL METHOD: WHAT IS IT? WHO IS IT FOR?
Something new we are introducing at PFP in 2025 will be our PFP Barbell Method class. For current members, this may sound familiar, like PFP Method, our group fitness class we hold throughout the week at PFP. It is similar in terms of the length of the class and has a structure that should feel very recognizable.
JANUARY’S TRAINER TIPS
Missed out on our trainers' valuable tips this month? No worries! We've got you covered with a quick roundup of some noteworthy insights shared by our fitness experts at Pitt Fit Project. Here are a few highlights from our IG account: @pittfitproject.
BENEFITS OF SMALL GROUP TRAINING AT PFP
Small group training at PFP is designed to bring people together in a fun environment that offers an introduction to specific skill training or general strength training. Classes consist of everything from weightlifting and kettlebell training to more specific strength training for sports like swimming and running. Let’s take a closer look at what these classes can do for you.
OLYMPIC WEIGHTLIFTING IS FOR EVERYONE: Why You Should Give it a Try
There is a common misconception that Olympic-style weightlifting is reserved for more advanced athletes. However, this couldn't be further from the truth. Weightlifting is a sport that can be enjoyed by people of all ages and levels of abilities.
WHY SHOULD WOMEN STRENGTH TRAIN?
The benefits of participating in a strength training program extend much further than aesthetics. Although there are endless reasons why women should strength train, this article will elaborate on five essential reasons that women should join a strength training program.
THE BENEFITS OF GROUP/TEAM TRAINING
There's something special about starting a group class or joining a team sport. Working out together helps you form bonds and, ultimately, new friendships. Sharing the same experiences brings everyone together. When you join an exercise group or team, these new connections foster greater consistency and accountability. They can also create more motivation and excitement about a workout.
STRENGTH TRAINING 101
One of the main reasons people seek out gyms or training facilities is to increase their overall strength. It is widely understood that individuals of all ages who increase their strength through exercise experience less chronic pain, improve their mobility, and just generally feel better.