Subversus Fitness Center City

There might not be races right now, but you can be build a stronger body! . If you aren’t sure how to add strength training into your schedule, let’s talk! Use our intelligent programs to hit the spring and fall races ready to go! #weightlifting #powerlifting #olympicweightlifting #running #strengthtrainingforrunners

Snow day! You know what you can do? Watch the recording of our first nutrition Q/A from last week where our Coaches busted nutrition myths (link in our bio!). This week we’re breathing life back into your meal prep. Stop looking at sad Tupperware and listen as we talk about strategies that we use and that work. Have questions? Message us and we’ll cover them Thursday at noon!... And a week from today, Chef Chris from @p3__nutrition is going to teach you from home, how to turn one batch cooking session into a number of different meals for your week! Actual skills, not short term challenges, that’s what we offer in our nutrition program. #mealprep #nutrition #yourtupperwareislonely #cookingskills #fitness #crossfit #weightlifting

To our Queen of Burpees, Peggy. Two years ago today, Peggy walked into our gym. She wanted to know if we could help her regain confidence because she was afraid of falling alone. We spoke and agreed on two things. First - we would do her personal training sessions in the same room as group classes so that there would never be a division between Peggy's needs and anyone training with us. There would be no special treatment.... Second - Peggy would start by learning how to do a burpee. Rather than fear falling, we would deconstruct the act of getting from standing, to the floor and back up unassisted. Spending one day per week each on squatting, pulling and pushing movements. I didn't realize it at the time, but her pursuit of these two objectives would fundamentally change me as a Coach (and all our staff) and our community through her example. 4-5 days per week, she's the first in the building at 5:30am. She never complains. She cheers for others to finish the workout. She works. So. Damn. Hard. These days, she does burpees for reps (and pretty much everything else). She routinely leaves her walking stick places because she doesn't need it. This morning she muscle snatched 20 pounds for reps and frankly made it look better than some of the 20 somethings. So, to Peggy, thank you. To two more years (and more). Keep filling our cup. @crossfit @crossfitaffiliates #fitness #inclusion #imnotcryingyourecrying #okimcrying #findyourwhy

The Open is coming! More importantly the Open BRACKET is coming! This year, we wanted to create a different way to engage with the CrossFit Open since many of you are at home. Starting Sunday, we have a bracket of movements from the Open in years past that will go head to head. Vote for your favorite! The bracket will conclude with the winning movements being our Open Kick off workout on March 5th! You can vote each day on our Instagram story!... Don’t forget that the Open starts on March 11th this year and is 3 weeks long. Remember to select our affiliate, CrossFit Center City when signing up. Special thanks to 225 Productions for their help with this! @crossfitaffiliates #crossfit #intheopen #bracketology #fitness #vozforregionals

Better resources make for better athletes. Did you know we have a Physical Therapy Partner on site? If you’re experiencing long term pain that limits your ability to move how you’d like, let us help! Precision Performance Physical Therapy @precisionperformance.pt has an office on site to help you get moving again and seamlessly inter-grate that into a new fitness program with our Coaching staff. Let us help you make a plan to move better and get out of pain. That’s what fitness is all about, building a bigger, stronger world for you. #fitness #performance #healthylifestyle #weightlifting #crossfit

Don’t miss our next gymnastics cycle! Focusing on getting your muscle up by building upper body pushing and pulling strength! You’ll get: 1 Small group attention 2 Specific drills relevant for you... 3 Safe and effective movements Stop being frustrated and start building healthy, strong shoulders! Course is 4 consecutive Saturdays, starting February 13th and each session lasts 1 hour. We only have 10 spots! Member price is $75 and nonmember is $125. Sign up through our bio today! #gymnastics #muscleup #crossfit #pullups #fitness #philly

Happy New Year! Since 2013, we’ve kicked off every year with The Reckoning - this year, it’ll be our first day back on Monday, January 4th! We CANNOT WAIT, to have you all back in and thank you so much for powering through PodFit and keeping each other safe!... Schedule is open online! Let’s go 2021!

Let’s get started! Gyms will be open soon, what’s your plan? Don’t waste time wandering around machines or watching bros flex in the mirror - get a plan and a community. The first step with us is a free assessment. There we listen to your goals and history, then have you complete unloaded movements. After that point, we get you into personal training and then group classes.... You are an individual, get that attention with the benefit of a community training environment with us! Schedule a consult through our bio today! #fitness #philly #weightlifting #crossfit #olympicweightlifting #powerlifting

Don’t join a gym. Join our movement. 1 Personal assessment. You have different needs than everyone else in class, so we start with learning how to best support you and then make a plan. 2 Small classes and a commitment to safety. From enhanced cleaning and disinfection, to air quality sensors and HEPA air filters, we follow the latest in how to keep the environment safe for you.... 3 A staff and community who truly cares. In every aspect of our Coaching and environment, we are here to build you up, not break you down. No drill instructors, no body shaming - our space is built to empower you for everything in your life outside of the gym. 4 A commitment to Social Justice. From our program, UliftU, preparing and hiring citizens returning from prison to be Coaches, to free programs in under-resourced parts of our community, being a member with us means supporting something bigger than fitness. This January, don’t sign up for the same old gym experience, become a part of something bigger this year. Schedule a free consult in our bio! #fitness #crossfit #weightlifting #powerlifting #olympicweightlifting #community #philly

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Here’s the secret. There are lots of fitness programs out there. The one that will work best for you, is the one that also creates a community. We’re so proud of all our members who have toughed out doing outdoor fitness (we KNOW there are smiles behind your masks...). Want to learn what a strong community is all about? Let’s talk, book a free consult today! #jointheunderground #fitness #crossfit #community #weightlifting #philly

Big Monday. Big pull. Let’s get to work #jointheunderground #fitness #weightlifting #philly #eastmarket

Happy Holidays! Lots of folks are spending today away from family, so take a minute and remember to check in your friends. Maybe also watch that cutie, Hugh Grant, slide around the palace, who knows - get festive. Now, to quote Frosty the Snowman, happy birthday! Enjoy the day and we’ll see you for some park fit tomorrow!

Do you want to gain... Speed Strength Efficiency Kilo conversion math ... Try our barbell club! We offer 3 and 5 day per week programming in the Olympic or Power lifts in small class (6 person cap) settings. We LOVE getting new athletes comfortable and strong under a bar, but also can help seasoned reach new PRs. Morning and evenings, 5 days per week! Message us to learn more! #weightlifting #olympicweightlifting #powerlifting #womenwholift #philly #fitness

Don’t miss our Reindeer Run! Starts at the gym at 5:15pm on Wednesday (tomorrow). You’ll be in small groups and run to various locations around the neighborhood of the gym to do quick and festive fitness, then end back at the gym!

Shoutout to (relatively) new member, Ben. For not only being consistent and working hard but for maintaining impeccable hair. We salute you

New Benchmark! Introducing, Walker this Wednesday! Madam C. J. Walker (born Sarah Breedlove; December 23, 1867 May 25, 1919) was an American entrepreneur, philanthropist, and political and social activist. She is recorded as the first female self-made millionaire in America in the Guinness Book of World Records.... Walker made her fortune by developing and marketing a line of cosmetics and hair care products for Black women through the business she founded, Madam C. J. Walker Manufacturing Company. She became known also for her philanthropy and activism. She made financial donations to numerous organizations and became a patron of the arts. Villa Lewaro, Walker's lavish estate in Irvington, New York, served as a social gathering place for the African-American community. At the time of her death, she was considered the wealthiest Black businesswoman and wealthiest self-made Black woman in America. 41 is significant for this workout because it honors her incredible work ethic. Orphaned at the age of 7, she began working at age 10, passing away young at age 51. In the 41 years she worked she amassed a fortune of over 1 million dollars and used it to better her surrounding communities. We’ll be donating $10 per leaderboard score to one of our selected nonprofits @vamos_juntos_ so come in and get after it!! #strengthandconditioning #socialjustice #fitness #jointheunderground #weightlifting #philly #midtown #eastmarketphl

Gyms are open, don’t get lost in there. You need a Coach and here’s what we promise you. Inclusive language. Did you know barbells don’t have genders? Wild, right? Movement standards. The better you move, the more useful and safe your training will be. Heavy weight, moved poorly is a waste of your time.... Experience. Well rounded, group fitness is great, but you still have corners. We’ll help you learn how to train effectively, not just skip movements. No DJs. No light shows. No mirrors. Come experience what investing in Coaching will do for your progress! It’s time. #jointheunderground #fitness #coaching #weightlifting #phillyfitness #eastmarket #healthylifestyle #powerlifting #olympicweightlifting

Let’s start the week off with a smile... Monday, come in and get after Joker! 1-10 toes to bar 10-1 deadlifts... 11 min time cap See you in class

Don’t forget about our fall hoodie pre-order with full length and crop top options! You can’t hide from these camo prints! Sorry, I’ll see myself out. Link to get yours in our bio.

We’re taking on our new Benchmark workout - Mandela today which benefits Morris Home here in Philly! Get ready for some heavy cleans! It’s a tough one, but remember when it gets hard - we get to do these things for those who can’t or went before us. Let’s get after it!

Congratulations to Coach Morgan @morganvoz for this position! We’re proud of not only Morgan’s commitment to training in the sport of Olympic lifting, but equally her efforts to bring action to changing the lack of inclusive practices in the sport. Congratulations!! @midatlantic_lwc Morgan has spent a majority of her involvement in the Mid Atlantic weightlifting community as both the owner and head programmer of @libertybarbellclub. Now, in her role as the Athlete Rep for... the Committee, she is primarily focused on improving the experience of the individual competitor - creating more access, inclusivity, and financial assistance throughout the region. Her ideal training day is hitting a 1 rep max for just about anything. For more about Morgan, follow @morganvoz. #usaweightlifting #weightlifting #midatlantic See more

Want to improve your handstand and learn to walk on your hands? Don’t miss our new Elevate cycle - Handstand walking! Coach Justin @mccoachgram will take you through 6 weeks of progressions to safely and effectively build control and stability in learning to walk. Space is limited! Claim your spot today and we have a couple spots available for non-members as well, so please message us to grab yours! Cycle meets each Saturday starting this week!

New benchmark! Get ready for the second workout in our new Hero series! This Friday, we’re honoring the legacy of Nelson Mandela. Significance of the reps used:... 1 Nelson Mandela was the first democratically elected President of South Africa and first Black head of state. 5 He served as President for 5 years. 11 He was the 11th President of the African National Congress. 27 He served 27 years in prison for trying to overthrow the racist apartheid system of government. 250 Mandela’s work earned 250 International Honors including the Nobel Peace Prize. Our top scores will benefit Morris Home, the only residential recovery program in the country (located here in Philadelphia) to offer comprehensive services specifically for the transgender community. We’ll donate $10 per score for the 6 top scores. See you in classes Friday!! #useyourfitness #jointheunderground #socialchange #fitness #philly #weightlifting #eastmarketphl #centercity

Remember! The Spooky Total is coming Great work to everyone who has been getting after it in classes to prepare!

Strength in Numbers is back!! Training can be challenging, finding a supportive community shouldn’t be. That’s why we offer Strength in Numbers, a monthly free class exclusively for those who identify as LGBTQ+ led by experienced Coaches who are also peers. Space is limited due to our health and safety regulations, so if you are interested - please message us so we can reserve a spot in the class on November 1st at 10:30am! While we love our allies, this class ...is an exclusively queer space so we ask that you respect that in wanting to attend this class. Learn how how we use fitness to build confidence and community! This class is appropriate for ALL levels - yes, you who may be wondering.. Let our Coaches @morganvoz and @lululemon82591 show you how fitness should build you up, not burn you down. See more

Learn how to handstand walk! Walking on your feet is so last year, want to learn how to gain more confidence while upside down? Get involved with our new cycle of Elevate! What if I can’t handstand walk at all?... That’s why we’re here! Over 6 weeks, Coach @mccoachgram is going to lead you through safe and effective progressions to learn to handstand walk. Class will be in person on Saturdays at 830am and participants will have 2 at home accessory workouts to do during each week. I’m still working on confidence in a handstand, is this too advanced? No! As with any movement, there are progressions and over 6 weeks we’ll be building should mobility and stability - two things which are important for ALL our athletes. If you’re working on confidence upside down, this class will feature a number of portions, this isn’t just going to be trying to kick up for 45 mins... How do I get involved? Existing members can sign up for this 6 week cycle for just $25! The program is capped at 9 people and we need at least 5 to run the cycle. Message us to save your spot. Cycle starts Saturday, 10/10!