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Whole Health Insights: How to Enjoy a “Big Night” Out Without Paying for It the Next Day
JCC Big Night Olympics is Saturday, March 1, and the excitement is mounting! We’re anticipating the chance to dress up, catch up with friends, and enjoy an evening of music, dancing and laughter. Many of us are also excited about the food, the drinks, and a fun reason to indulge. After all, it’s a special occasion! Unfortunately, my ability to recover from a "Big Night" is …
read moreJCC State of Mind: February 14, 2025 – Member Appreciation Week
At the JCC of Greater Pittsburgh, our members are the heart of everything we do. You bring our community to life—whether it’s through fitness and wellness, cultural and educational programs, or the countless moments of connection that happen in our spaces every day. That’s why we have been thrilled to celebrate Membership Appreciation Week—a time dedicated to recognizing and thanking YOU for being part of our …
read moreJCC State of Mind: February 7, 2025 – Tu B’Shevat
This year I am excited to celebrate the approaching holiday of Tu B’Shevat, as my family has done for the last 15 years. Tu B’Shevat, or the Jewish “new year for the trees,” is an ever changing holiday that is growing in popularity. It is celebrated on the 15th of Shevat, or February 13th this year, when in North America we are still in the dead …
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The Power of Giving: Fostering Inclusion and Opportunity
Thoughts of a Gesher Donor As Jews, we believe that acts of generosity go beyond the mere transfer of goods or funds to those in need. Helping others—Tzedakah—is an act of justice, a sacred obligation to bring fairness and balance to the world as part of our covenant with G-d. This month marks Jewish Disabilities Awareness, Acceptance and Inclusion Month (JDAIM)—a global initiative dedicated to raising awareness …
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JCC Maccabi Games® Expands With Inaugural Campus Games and Announces New Host Cities
January 30, 2025 The JCC Maccabi Games®, a flagship program of JCC Association of North America, has announced exciting developments for 2025 and 2026. Celebrating over 40 years as one of the largest in-person gatherings of Jewish community in North America, the Games have engaged more than 500,000 individuals to date. This summer, JCC Association will launch the inaugural JCC Maccabi Campus Games in Pittsburgh, a …
read moreRecovery: The Secret to Crushing Your Fitness Goals (Even After a Setback)
If you’ve ever taken a tough exercise class at the JCC, you’ve probably heard the instructor emphasize the importance of recovery. Why? Muscles do not grow during exercise itself; they grow during recovery. When we exercise, particularly with strength training or high-intensity activities, muscle fibers experience tiny amounts of damage. It’s not until the process of recovery that muscle growth occurs. The good news is that …
read moreJCC State of Mind: January 31 2025 – CFLK Shabbat Dinner
The JCC Center for Loving Kindness (CFLK) Advisory Committee is a committed group of leaders from Greater Pittsburgh, each working to strengthen community. Over time, it became clear to us that even those who help others need space to reset. CFLK is here to answer that call, offering a moment to pause, lean on one another, and recharge. This past Friday, Advisory Committee members and guests …
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Diversity and Inclusion Month is February!
Definition: “Diversity and inclusion (D&I) are concepts that describe the value of people's differences and the importance of creating a sense of belonging for all.” Exercise can evoke strong feelings in anyone, and especially for differently abled individuals, who might feel self-conscious of our bodies or the ways in which we are able to move them. Sweating and increased temperatures may bring sensory sensations to the forefront. Maybe you …
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Learning to Lift: Part 1: Benefits of Resistance Training
The topic of resistance training has gained popularity in recent years, and it is very exciting to see from a professional’s standpoint. However, for someone who hasn’t had much experience with resistance training, it probably feels a bit overwhelming. In this series of newsletters, I hope to provide you with a basic understanding of what resistance training is, its benefits, and how to appropriately apply …
read moreJCC State of Mind: January 24, 2025 – Leadership Gathering
Yesterday, the JCC’s Leadership Team came together for a ½ day "advance" to assess our progress in both programs and organizational culture and to prioritize our work for the immediate future. Instead of calling our time together a "retreat," we embraced the term "advance." While "retreat" could imply stepping back, "advance" speaks to our purpose: Moving forward together, building momentum and striving toward shared goals. This …
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