MAX Fitness and Wellness Center studios across New Jersey lit up the night to during their electrifying Glow in the Dark Cardio Kickboxing style classes. This class celebrated yet another completion of the MAX Fitness and Wellness Center’s signature 10 Week Challenge.
The 10-Week Challenge continues to be a cornerstone program for MAX Fitness and Wellness, helping members build strength, confidence, and a supportive community. The 10-Week Challenge includes nutritional coaching and group fitness classes led by exceptional instructors.
Classes were held on Friday, March 28, at 7:30 pm at centers including MAX of Lacey, Marlboro, and Old Bridge. Fifty to seventy-five members participated at each of these locations. The unique fitness experience featured black lights, neon gear, and pulsing music, turning each gym into a vibrant celebration zone. Participants packed the classes, throwing punches and kicks with glowing gloves and radiant smiles.
Members are already eager to see more classes in this style planned. Melissa Kang, owner of MAX of Lacey, shared that, “the energy in the room was out of this world and members cannot wait for us to do it again!”
Sal Acquaviva, instructor at MAX of Old Bridge shared that the class was an instant hit and booked overnight. Acquaviva was moved when one member shared, “Thank you for making me feel like I was in my 20s again.”
Adenlina Sgambati, manager of MAX of Marlboro, described the event as unforgettable with energy levels through the roof from start to finish. Essentially, this event was one that functioned exactly how it was designed – celebrate and enjoy the success of the last 10 weeks.
Glow in the dark events are making a big comeback. Whether it’s from the nostalgia of 90s Cosmic Bowling, rave culture of Gen-X,or the childhood joy of playing with glow sticks – it’s a trend that brings excitement to all.
Did you know that Glow Sticks have a fun backstory rooted in New Jersey history? They were invented by New Jersey resident and chemist Dr. Edwin Chandross. As the story goes, he created them by accident in 1962 when studying chemical reactions, finding one that emitted light instead of heat. After studying the reactions, he designed a chemical mixture (trademarked as Cyalume) for the Glow Stick we now know today.
Originally the largest use of this invention was in the military, but grew in mainstream popularity in the 1970s at concerts like The Grateful Dead at Yale Bowl in 1971, which some claim may have been the debut of Glow Sticks for public consumption.
Sources: The Guy Who Invented Glow Sticks Had No Idea They Were So Popular
