Why HIIT Is the Ultimate Workout for the Modern World
Are you feeling bored with your current workout routine? Have you been working for a long time, but not seeing the results you want? Do you want a routine that helps you lose fat, lower your blood pressure, and increase your metabolism? Your workout should be as...
Tennis Love: The History of Beechmont
Beechmont Racquet & Fitness has been serving Cincinnati’s east side for nearly five decades, but at its core, it all started with tennis. The Early Days The club was founded in 1976, during the golden age of tennis. Legends like Jimmy Connors, Björn Borg, John...
Step Outside Your Fitness Comfort Zone with Group Fitness
You know that feeling when you stick to the same workouts, the same classes, the same weights week after week? That’s your comfort zone talking. And while routines build consistency, real growth — both physically and mentally — happens when you break free and...
Finding His Game: Joe Kellerman’s Path to Pickleball
If you’ve spent any time around the BRF courts, chances are you’ve seen Joe Kellerman in action—focused, determined, and always up for a challenge. A longtime member since 1989, Joe’s journey from basketball and competitive tennis to discovering Pickleball is one of...
Meet Sandy Foster – A Story of Strength, Resilience, and Transformation
Sandy Foster is a fun-loving, kind, and hard-working woman who inspires everyone around her. She is also an incredible success story here at Beechmont Racquet & Fitness. When Sandy first walked through our doors a few years ago, she was like so many of us. She...
Stay Hydrated This Summer: The Importance of Hydration for Your Fitness Routine
Summer is here, and staying hydrated is more important than ever, especially as temperatures rise and we spend more time exercising. Whether you’re hitting the gym, attending group fitness classes, or enjoying an outdoor workout, hydration plays a key role in keeping...
Stronger Together: How Friendships at a Family Gym Boost Your Mind, Body & Spirit
Walking into the gym for the first time can feel intimidating. Rows of machines, weights clanking, and people who all seem to know exactly what they’re doing—it’s enough to make anyone hesitate. But what if your gym wasn’t just a place to work out? What if it was a...
Anti-inflammatory and Anti-Cancer smoothie recipe
If you struggle with inflammation in your body, have cancer, or have a predisposition to cancer, try this smoothie recipe developed by our dietitian Matt Heinnes! While some of the ingredients might sound a little unusual, you can expect it to taste like a chocolate...
Healthy Holidays: Ten Tips for Enjoying the Season Without Overindulging
The holiday season is filled with joy, celebration, and, of course, indulgent foods. But with a little mindfulness and some smart strategies, you can enjoy all the festive flavors without derailing your health goals. From staying hydrated to practicing portion control...
Member Spotlight: Meet Mark Carter
Meet Mark Carter, a member of BRF and Ironman World Champion participant! Keep reading to learn Mark's unexpected journey to becoming a world-class athlete, and how BRF helped him along the way. "I started working out in high school and continued through college,...
Beyond the Scale: Uncovering the Hidden Benefits of Exercise
When we think about exercise, the first thing that often comes to mind is weight loss. It’s a common goal for many and a strong motivator for joining a gym, however, focusing solely on weight loss can overshadow the other amazing benefits of physical activity. At...
Summer Outdoor Workouts: Understanding the Risks and Staying Safe
With summer in full swing, many fitness enthusiasts are eager to take their workouts outdoors, enticed by the promise of sunshine and warmth. While exercising in nature can sound invigorating, the reality is that summer brings many extreme conditions, and it’s...
An Interview With Our Personal Trainer Maria
Meet Maria Valenzuela Tell us a little bit about you and your own fitness journey. I began weight lifting 7 years ago and immediately fell in love with it. I became a certified personal trainer shortly after. Since then I have almost consistently kept up with my 5-6...
An Interview with Our Personal Trainer Kim
Meet Kim Boardman Tell us a little bit about you and your own fitness journey. I’ve been active and into fitness for most of my life. I did dance and competitive baton twirling in my youth and became more serious about the importance of diet and exercise as a teenager...
Ride to Save Lives Event 2024
It’s Coming again! The annual Ride to Save Lives Event is just around the corner! We have all been affected by cancer diagnoses in some way. Many of us were affected by the loss of our own Katie Clark to the disease in 2022, which inspires us to do all we can to help...