Keep Up Your Fitness Goals This Heart Health Month

Whether you're new to the gym or looking to get back into working out, here are some tips to hit your fitness goals and maintain heart health

From The LifeMinute.tv Team

February 11, 2025

We’ve made it to February after what seemed like an endless January. For many, New Year’s resolutions may already feel like a distant memory, but with February being Heart Health Month, it’s still important to stay on track and focus on your fitness goals.

It’s never too late in the year to prioritize your health—this is your sign to get moving. Heart Health Month is especially a great time to focus on your health. The American Heart Association recommends at least 150 minutes of moderate aerobic activity weekly to maintain heart health. Exercise strengthens your heart, boosts the oxygen your body uses, supports healthy blood pressure, and helps regulate glucose levels.

This Heart Health Month, it’s important to focus on strength training and cardio to keep your heart healthy and your body strong. Planet Fitness is now offering new plate-loaded strength equipment in more than 1,700 locations—with plans to expand to all 2,700+ clubs by the end of 2025—to further meet consumers' evolving needs. The introduction of these new machines, such as the Magnum Supine Bench Press, Magnum Hack Squat, and Seated Calf, ensures members can focus on building strength and achieving their fitness goals.

Here are some simple tips Planet Fitness’ National Lead Trainer Teddy Savage often shares with members new to the gym or looking to get back into working out. First up, bring a workout buddy. Having someone to work out with makes exercise more fun and keeps you both accountable.

Another great tip is to start slow and steady. Fitness is a marathon, not a sprint. At Planet Fitness, all fitness levels can get stronger together in their welcoming community. Planet Fitness offers a high-value membership with thousands of convenient locations and best-in-class equipment, and many are open 24 hours a day.

Finally, to keep things fresh, change up your workout playlist. Music can significantly boost your energy and motivation, whether stretching to relaxing tunes or running to high-energy beats. It can make a big difference in keeping you going.

If you want to join Planet Fitness, the Classic Card membership starts at only $15 monthly. The PF Black Card membership includes additional amenities, such as bringing a guest every day at no additional charge, access to the Black Card Spa, and access to 2,700+ Planet Fitness locations across all 50 states, among other benefits.

Visit PlanetFitness.com for nearby clubs, or download the free Planet Fitness app to learn more about the Judgement Free Zone.