Beginning a yoga practice can be intimidating, which is why the staff at Philly Power Yoga goes out of their way to welcome new comers. Whether you've been practicing yoga for years or you’ve never given it a try, the talented teachers at Philly Power Yoga can whip you into shape in no time (and do so with a smile).

If you haven't yet mastered the basics, come to a Beginner's Yoga class to learn the main principles of yoga. But if you are already an expert, jump right into a Power Yoga class in a room heated to 90 degrees, so as to allow deeper, safer bending. You can also opt for a Pilates class instead and work on building strength throughout the body, specifically in the core, or come to a barre class for a full-body workout. Philly Power Yoga even offers cardio classes to complement your strength-training workouts.

Philly Power Yoga
2016 Walnut Street
Philadelphia, PA 19103
(267) 908-5395
www.yandpphilly.com
www.yelp.com/biz/philly-power-yoga-philadelphia

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When you're living in the heart of the city, it can be hard to find fresh, local fare. That's a situation that Farmer's Keep hopes to change. The restaurant in Rittenhouse Square devotes its entire menu to organic, sustainable food, all sourced from around the Philadelphia region. The result? Fresh, colorful plates heaped with food that's as healthy as it is tasty. And in the name of cultivating healthy lifestyles, Farmer's Keep also hosts Pilates, yoga, running, and biking clubs right in the city.

So join in with one of the clubs and fuel up before or after your sweat session. If you're looking for something light, try the Green Goddess salad with arugula, baby spinach, frisee, and chive, as well as apples and grapes, all drizzled in celery vinaigrette. Or opt for a heartier entree, like the beer and brats, hunter's pork, or lemon chicken. No matter what you order, you can always expect it to be fresh and locally sourced at Farmer's Keep.

Farmer's Keep
10 S. 20th Street
Philadelphia, PA 19103
(215) 309-2928
www.farmerskeep.com
www.yelp.com/biz/farmers-keep-philadelphia

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