ATHLEISURE LIST | MIMI CHENG'S

Mimi Cheng's is founded by Hannah and Marian Cheng. The two sisters were inspired by the hundreds of homemade dumplings and jars of secret sauce their mother, Mimi, made for them throughout their lives, and in 2014, they took the leap into the hospitality industry to introduce their family recipes and culinary heritage to New York City and opened their first location. Since then, it has expanded to 3 locations on the Upper West Side, East Village and Brooklyn.

We suggest that when you swing by for dumplings, you should try their Signature Dumpling (organic chicken, farm zucchini, scallions, grated ginger), Pork & Chive Dumplings (pasture-raised heritage pork + garlicky chives) and any of their upcoming Limited Edition Brooklyn Series Dumplings. Mimi Cheng’s will be collaborating with other beloved iconic BK restaurants to create a special dumpling every month. Keep an eye on their social feed to see the next collaboration that they will do for other restaurants in the area! For April, they partnered with Hometown BBQ, which will be an interesting twist on these savory classics. If you visit their IG, you'll see that they mentioned a Pepper-Caramelized Beef Brisket Dumplings with Swiss cheese, housemade Russian dressing, and slaw which seems like something that we would want to try for sure!

3 main dishes that we should try are Spicy Dan Dan Noodles, 12-Hour Organic Chicken Bone Broth Noodle Soup and Chicken + Rice. When it comes to sides, you should have their Crushed Garlic Cucumber Salad, Scallion Pancakes and Scallion Ginger Rice.

Regardless of which location you go to, you'll find that all the menus are the same for each one.

MIMI CHENG'S

COBBLE HILL, BK

224 Atlantic Ave

BK, NY 11201

UWS

309 Amsterdam Ave

NY, NY 10023

East Village

179 2nd Ave

NY, NY 10003

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ATHLEISURE LIST | JEAN MICHEL-BASQUIAT KING PLEASURE

The Jean-Michel Basquiat: King Pleasure exhibit moved from here in NY to LA. We talked with Ileen Galllagher to find out more about this exhibit. There are close to 200 works including never before seen paintings, drawings, ephemera, and objects owned by Jean-Michel. This exhibit also includes immersive environments of his childhood home, studio, and Palladium nightclub.

This exhibit is possible due to his sisters who run the Estate of Jean-Michel Basquiat. In their possession are many works that have never been seen before, and they wanted to share them with the public. Additionally, they wanted to create an exhibition that told the story of their brother from their unique point of view.

He was known for his Neo-Expressionism and was very expressive in his use of color, imagery, and language. His work combines all three and often contains elements from history, art history, culture, and social and political commentary.

King Pleasure, the name of the exhibit, comes from a painting by the artists in 1987 referencing the name of a bebop-loving bartender turned jazz vocalist, whose first hit in 1952, Moody’s Mood For Love, catapulted him to fame. Frankie Crocker, a WBLS disc jockey played it at the close of his show every night in the early 1970s. Gerard, Jean-Michel’s father, liked the song and often listened to Crocker’s show. Jean-Michel created a painting by this name but it is not included in this exhibition.

It's important to note that his legacy has grown exponentially since the time of his passing and many in the art world who didn’t recognize his talent and genius during his lifetime have come around to truly appreciate his unique talent. His art resonates with all sorts of audiences because so many people can identify with what he is saying in his work, and his messages continue to resonate to this day. Since his death he has been included in hundreds of exhibitions and his fame is truly worldwide.

JEAN-MICHEL BASQUIAT: KING PLEASURE

The Grand LA

100 S Grand Ave

LA, CA 90012

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ATHLEISURE LIST | DÖNER HAUS

On March 20th, Döner Haus opened and introduced the East Village to their German-style Kebasb. The Döner kebab is a popular meat dish that originated in Turkey. In Germany, the Döner - as it's simply called there - came to life when Turkish immigrants in the 50s came to Germany and brought their cuisine along. Missing many classic Turkish ingredients for the kebab, they started using German ingredients such as cabbage, or even sauerkraut and other pickled vegetables. They also started catering to the German preference of having “crispy” food and offered the Kebab in a pressed Turkish flatbread, as opposed to serving it with rice. It's more like a sandwich, with all ingredients placed into a "triangle pouch" flat-bread and flavored with garlic sauce.

Other differences include the meat in Turkish-style Döner kebabs is usually lamb or a mixture of lamb and beef, while in German-style Döner kebabs, it is usually chicken, turkey, or just beef.

Turkish-style Döner kebabs are typically served with rice and vegetables, or in a soft, thin bread called lavash, while German-style Döner kebabs are usually served in a pressed crispy flatbread called pide.

German-style Döner kebabs may have cabbage, sauerkraut or other pickled vegetables as well as commonly used onions, tomatoes, and salad in Turkey.

Turkish-style Döner kebabs are typically served with Mediterranean sauces such as tzatziki or tahini sauce, while German-style Döner kebabs generally come with a special dill based garlic sauce.

You can select from Chicken, Beef, and soon Vegan for your protein. Notably all the meat from Döner Haus are 100% halal and 100% free of any fillers, which is uncommon for gyro in NYC.

If you're counting carbs, you can order their Döner Box without fries and you'll be able to enjoy an almost zero-card meal. Keep in mind that tomatoes have carbs, but the menu is customizable so you can leave something out or get anything extra.

When ordering, there is the Döner Kebab Sandwich, which is the classic German Döner experience featuring sliced rotisserie meat in a bread-pocket with garlic sauce, as well as the Döner Box, which is shaved meat over fries and salad with plenty of garlic sauce. There is also the Haus Fries, French fries with a secret German seasoning.

All city workers get 25% off, there is 20% off for students and if you come in after midnight you will get 20% off.

DÖNER HAUS

240 E 14th St

NY, NY 10013

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ATHLEISURE LIST | ESCAPE

When you're on vacation, you think about where you want to stay whether it's staying with friends, a hotel or having a house to yourself! Escape is a luxury rental service that allows you to unmatched privacy and an elevated experience. Being able to enjoy your space with those that you invited and not having to share spaces with overpopulated crowds is a plus! As opposed to spending $400 to $10,000 a night on average in a 4+ star hotel room, this luxury rental is $1,500 to $30,000 per night for an entire property! You receive personalized amenities such as tailor-made services from butlers, private chefs, private masseuses, and more.

Escape offers 13 hand-picked properties, ranging from exquisite Mediterranean-style homes to ultra-modern villas. Most are waterfront properties.

Properties are on boarded via a thorough check system that evaluates every aspect of a property, including location, aesthetics, features, linen, cleanliness, security, pool, appliances, price point, and even the character of the homeowner. This ensures that every property that is offered meets Escape's high standards and provides an unforgettable experience to the guests.

Miami is a hotspot that has a number of activities where travelers visit for Art Basel, Formula 1 Miami Grand Prix, Miami Swim Week and Ultra Music Festival. For guests staying at the villas, they have access to a curated experience tailored to the purpose of their trip. Escape's guest service team takes the time to get to know their interests and personalities so that they can create an itinerary that exceeds their expectations during their stay.

In addition to having access to a luxury property for your next stay, Escape also offers you the ability to rent a yacht complete with your own ownonboard private crew. There are a number of options for you to choosefrom. Just like when you're on land, your concierge team will co-ordinate activities that you can enjoy onboard from private chefs to massage therapists. For those that enjoy participating in watersports, you'll be able to enjoy snorkeling, jet skis, water floats, parasailing, water slides, and more.

ESCAPE

1800 Michigan Ave Ste 700

Miami, FL 33139

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ATHLEISURE LIST | THE JUICY LOUNGE

When this juicery's partner always wanted to open a lounge and the other wanted a juice bar, The Juicy Lounge was born! The fact that in addition to juices, they wanted to have pastries, espresso and more - the name was perfect. They also want to be able to change the Juice and Smoothies concept.

This partnership wants to bring something different and healthy to the neighborhood. Its a new, unique concept that's been well-received by the community.

The space was designed by Peter Sibilia who curated a mid-century Italian meets modern aesthetic, with a seafoam green candy-striped floor that allows the millennial pink paneled half wall to pop. Above the paneling is hyper modern pink, gold, and white wallpaper of circles and their cut outs on one side, a white-washed brick wall with shelfing displaying pink books and rotary phone among other design elements on the opposite wall above the iconic Salvador Dali Mae West Lips Sofa. The juice bar itself is lined with hanging baskets, each with a different color fruit, adding a line of tropical tones to the space, accentuated by top-of-the-line juicing machines.

Three slow pressed juices that we suggest trying include: The Fennel Twist, made with fennel, celery, ginger, lemon, and apple; the Sweetox, with kale lemon, kiwi, ginger, orange, and apple; and Can't Beet It, with beets, carrots, cucumber, lemon, and apple.

Three juice shots that we enjoy are Top-G, with ginger, lemon, honey, and apple; the Wheat Baby, with wheatgrass, pineapple, and orange, and also the T-Shot, with turmeric, lemon, honey, and apple.

For your smoothies, this week, we suggest Sunny Tropical, orange, peach, carrot, and yogurt; Green Dream, mango with spinach, banana, and lemon; and Berry Banana, raspberries, strawberries, banana, chia seeds, and almond milk.

When you want to grab a bite, they offfer two açaí bowls for guests: The Juicy Lounge, açai with strawberries, blueberries, banana, coconut flakes, and granola; and Hollywood, açaí, mango, pineapple, banana, coconut flakes, and granola.

The açaí bowls, juices, and smoothie selections will be updated and vary based on seasonal produce and availability.

THE JUICY LOUNGE

493 9th Ave

NY, NY 10018

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ATHLEISURE LIST | LA PULPERIA

La Pulperia opened in early April of 2021 and offers Latin American Cuisine that is simple yet refined with influences from Peru, Mexico, Argentina, and Brazil. There are also influences from Europe which includes places like Italy and Spain. It's named after the general stores found throughout South America.

La Pulperia, designed by Andres Gomez (Red Rooster, Whitehall, SoCo) mirrors the authentic pulperias of South America with a nautical theme that matches the restaurant’s seafood-leaning menu with hooks hanging from the ceiling. The interior is anchored by a large marble bar and lined with exposed brick. The back wall is overlapped with different shapes and sizes of framed mirrors to evoke a vintage rustic look. Floor to ceiling windows on the far side of the restaurant gives eaters a clear view of the streets.

La Pulperia's Executive Chef Miguel Molina suggests that we have the Tuna con Tomate, inspired from Spain with his personal touch of Seared Tuna. The Empanadas Mixtas: beef, cheese & corn, or crab meat and every single empanada is hand made with a unique folded edge to distinguish their filling. His Crispy Lobster Taquitos, made with main lobster, Japanese mayo, fresh vegetable salsa that has roasted pineapple, peppers, onions, salt and pepper, topped with avocado mousse, in a crispy wonton shell gives your taste buds the feeling of being by the sea.

For the raw bar, try Hamachi Tostada, his original one-of-a-kind appetizer that combines the delicacy of Peruvian-Asian influenced ingredients with the hamachi fish spread with the piquillo romesco topped with crispy leeks. Ceviche Mixto, is very fresh and contains a mix of seafood like white fish, shrimp, and fresh squid. He also recommends the Tuna Tartare because of its freshness, it’s a sushi grade tuna, the best tuna for any sushi. The carrot ginger leche de tigre sauce enhances the flavor of the tuna tartare giving it a sweet and sour tropical taste, to which we also top with crispy red quinoa.

For your entree, we suggest the Murray’s Roasted Half Chicken because it is made with a 24 hour marinate of orange capers sauce! The Moqueca Mixta is a fusion of Brazil, with the freshest seafood. We also like their Argentinian Parrillada, a family dinner served alongside with homemade roasted potatoes and market salad.

The beverage program is created by Daviel Villanueva. We suggest South American spirits like Pareero Old Fashioned, Del Callao and The Mean Julep.

We're keeping an eye out for NXT Room, an intimate space that will open for mixology classes, allowing you to bring your own guest bartender.

LA PULPERIA

623 9th Ave

NY, NY 10036

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ATHLEISURE LIST | TSUTA DUMBO

We're heading to DUMBO for ramen at Tsuta! In Japan, ramen has always been known to be a comfort food. Attaining a Michelin star proved that a comfort dish like ramen can be elevated with depth and finesse. 10 years ago, Yuki Onishi opened this restaurant in Japan with a vision to create original and innovative ramen for everyone to enjoy. The DUMBO location is the only one in the US and opened in November 2022.

This location offers the 2 signature truffle ramens from the original Michelin-starred Tsuta in Tokyo. Each is based on Onishi's recipes and philosophy of using only fresh, high-quality ingredients like an artisanal shoyu (Japanese soy sauce), premium bamboo shoots, locally raised Asian breed chicken, Kuributa and Iberico pork and no MSG or preservatives. The Original Truffle Shoyu Soba (soy sauce broth) is made with custom-brewed shoyu from Wakayama Prefecture and Tsuta's dashi, and finished with Kurobuta pork chashu and black truffle paste. This is one of their signature bowls and best sellers that showcases the depth and complexity of flavors that go into their signature ramen.

The Original Truffle Shio Soba (light salt broth) has a dashi base of Okinawan sea salt, Mongolian rock salt, and subtle while truffle oil, and toppings like red onion, green olive sauce, spearmint, along with elevated versions of the more typical white leek, bamboo shoots and Kurobuta chashu or Iberico chashu.

We also suggest The Spicy Mala Tonkotsu which is 1 of 2 pork broth ramens, which are cooked over 8 hours, resulting in a rich creamy broth. This one is Sichuan-inspired and features house-made mala oil (Sichuan peppercorns, cinnamon, star anise, dried chili flakes) for a spicy kick.

The Miso Vegetarian Soba is unique to NY and is made with 2 vegetarian broths - includes various veggies and and a mushroom broth. It also has a blend of red and white miso.

Tsuta's signature broth (dashi) is made of 3 stocks: chicken, fish and clam, each cooked separately then briefly simmered together before serving to bring out the depth of flavors.

We suggest, pairing this with a Brooklyn Kura Blue Door Junami Ginjo and the Chibi Zumo "Little Sumo" Sumo" Junmai Genshu. Their Amabuki Cup Sake series is delicious.

TSUTA DUMBO

22 Old Fulton St

Brooklyn, NY 11201

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Read the JAN ISSUE #85 of Athleisure Mag and see ATHLEISURE LIST | Tsuta Dumbo in mag.

ATHLEISURE LIST | A TAVOLA

La Devozione opened November 2021. It's an authentic pasta restaurant and guests will experience an authentic Italian cucine and a in a very comfortable atmosphere. They are located inside of Chelsea Market.

This was a dream of third-generation pastaio Giuseppe di Martino, CEO & President of Pastificio Di Martino (est. 1912), La Devozione is an ode to pasta brought to life in New York City. It is the heritage pasta company’s first brick-and-mortar experience in the United States. Their multi-concept pasta destination includes a retail shop, coffee and cocktail bar; an elegant. 30-seat oval pasta bar, and more casual dining seating at A Tavola, inviting guests to discover over 126 distinct shapes of their Pastificio Di Martino's PGI Gragnano pasta firsthand.

A Tavola offers a full pasta menu that includes some appetizers, their Seasonal and Untouchable pasta recipes and finally a choice of a few desserts. Located within La Devozione’s pasta shop area with additional seating outside (coming Spring 2023), A Tavola is La Devozione’s more casual, á la carte menu offering a selection of informal trattoria-style fare including starters, rotating seasonal pastas and signature Di Martino favorites like "The Untouchables."

All around this area are their products displayed for sale: 126 different pasta shapes displayed all along the side wall, some beautiful ceramics made in Italy and hand painted displayed on a big table in the middle of the restaurant together with some books with pasta recipes as well as some colorful and beautiful Moka pots. In addition, their tin boxes are designed by Dolce Gabbana.

We suggest trying their signature dish La Devozione (Spaghetti, tomato sauce, basil) a classic Neapolitan recipe that shows the versatility of their pasta, Candele con ragu napoletano and Ziti alla Genovese. The last two recipes are typical Neapolitan recipes.

Led by Bar Manager Cristhian Rodriguez, La Devozione's cocktail bar offers guests cocktails, wine and beer. Here, guests will find twists on classic cocktails that celebrate Italy's appreciation for food and sustainability. The Cocktail menu changes often throughout the year, right now one of our favorites is the Winter Brumble (Vodka, Old Duff Genever, lemon, Cranberry-Hibiscus, and winter spices), Let’s Get It Started (Tequila Marolo Milla, Honey, Ginger and Lemon, and the Espresso Martini (Vodka, Amaro della Sacra, black coffee liquor, hazelnut-miso and espresso).

A TAVOLA

75 9th Ave

NY, NY 10011

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ATHLEISURE LIST | BODY SPACE FITNESS

Kelvin Gary is the founder of Body Space Fitness and is a former engineer, undergrad and a double engineering major and organic chem minor. He has an MBA from NYU Stern School of Business. While working corporate, he realized the negative impacts of sitting at a desk. This led him to training as a side hustle and the idea of BSF materialized.

He wanted to provide function training at a reasonable price. It was important to create a good, supportive, high-energy environment and culture to clients for a great experience.

BSF is a full-body function training facility that doesn’t focus on one tool or modality. They have a science-based system of training that incorporates multiple tools and modalities to build programming that help the client reach their goals.

With 14 coaches, all have a broad range of experience in different modalities. The coaches keep up with continuing education and learn all the tools necessary for the programming that takes place at BSF. Almost all of the coaches are pre/post-natal certified and one is also a boxing and MMA instructor.

Clients will participate in a strategy session where coaches get to know the client, learn about their goals, their starting point, training history, injuries and roadblocks. This information and assessment guides the needs of the clients training plan which includes exercise pregaming, recovery and nutrition if needed.

BSF uses the Inbody 570 which tells you how much muscle, bone and fat a client has. They can see this as it pertains to body fat and muscle by body part. It shows where gains and reduction needs to take place.

Clients participate in semi-private personal training in groups of 3 to work with one coach. Each client works their own customized program.

Group classes are pre-programmed with 16 people. Clients will supplement their customized training with group classes for additional workouts. Classes have a number of themes with some focused more on conditioning and some on strength.BODY SPACE FITNESS

BSF Union Square

47 W 14h St 5th Fl

NY, NY 10011

BSF Upper East

300 E 59th St

NY, NY 10022

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ATHLEISURE LIST | SOHO GRAND

The Soho Grand is a favorite downtown hotel destination. We enjoy its ambiance as the hotel's design pays tribute to the 19th-century industrial elegance of SoHo marrying the grit of the artist lofts with the grandeur of the turn of the century's gilded age.

Bill Sofield, Cooper Hewitt Interior Design Award recipient and designer of retail boutiques for Tom Ford, Bottega Veneta, Yves St. Laurent, and Gucci, has collaborated with Soho Grand since its inception. He incorporated distinct architectural materials and styles that celebrate SoHo’s history.

Briana Stanley, the hotel's Creative Director, expanded on Sofield's concept when designing the new interiors. Paying homage to the hotel’s rich history while creating a thoughtfully refreshed space. Custom king beds are adorned with cognac leather and blue mohair headboards; bespoke oak armoires feature inset chicken-wire mirrors. The hardwood European oak wide plank floors are complemented by rich textured wall covering, vintage sconces and gilded brass mirrors.

When you're hungry, the Soho Diner serves upscale American favorites, The Grand Bar and Salon provides elevated bar bites and in the warmer months, Gilligans brings out seafood and summertime specialties. You can also head to the Club Room which is a staple in New York Nightlife, a glamorous haven that has carefully crafted cocktails, live music, and dancing.

On NYE, Soho Grand’s 14th Annual Black & White Masquerade Ball is an ode to Truman Capote's infamous Grand Masked Ball, hosted in New York 1966. The soirée was thrown in honor of Kay Graham and still seen as one of the most brilliantly eclectic parties of the century, attended by ingenious creatives across verticals. You can purchase your tickets as a farewell 2022 for an epic New Year’s Eve!

All bars are open and accessible for complimentary drinks from 9pm - 1am for all guests; and at midnight along with the confetti cannons bursting - everyone is served a champagne toast to ring in 2023 to Frank Sinatra, New York, New York in style.

DJs will sit atop the Reception Desk, making the lobby into a dance-floor, kicking off with Chopstix, then Baby Bro, DJ Reach and Erol bringing heat to your heels. The hosts for this night of glamour includes: Christian Siriano, Mohaby, Nick D'Orazio, Ryan Matthew and Nabeel Minaj.

Special packages for table guests include tableside bottle service – unlimited Tito’s Vodka, Casamigos Tequila and Champagne flowing from 9PM to close. They will serve appetizer bites with lobster mac & cheese croquets, caviar bellinis and mini-Grand Burgers until 11PM.

SOHO GRAND HOTEL

310 W Broadway

NY, NY 10013

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ATHLEISURE LIST | RISE NATION

Rise Nation was founded by renowned personal and celebrity trainer Jason Walsh in 2014 in Los Angeles, and the NoHo location opened on April 1, 2022.

Rise Nation is born out of simple concepts: to train like an athlete, and to work smarter, not harder. Walsh went back to the basics of primitive movement and took a super motion, gave it a superior application, and built a whole new type of group fitness class around it. Climbing is a primitive movement and is proven to be more beneficial because the climbing pattern reinforces and strengthens proper movement patterns and makes one’s body stronger, using all of the major muscle groups to work together in one motion, in the way they were meant to. Being the first to offer this climbing cardio format, Rise Nation provides smarter training centered on education that is designed for everyone at any age and ability level due to the variable resistance and lack of strain from impact, and meant to change lives.

Rise Nation offers a variety of leveled climbing cardio classes that are 30-minutes long, designed for beginners, intermediate level and advanced level climbers. The classes take place entirely on a vertical climber in a multi-sensory, stimulating environment, during which all of the muscle groups and high oxygen levels are recruited to elevate the heart rate and engage the entire body as one, to be an efficient and effective workout (burning twice the amount of calories in half of the amount of calories in half the amount of time). Complemented by state-of-the-art lighting and sound systems, iconic choreography, and high-energy, motivational, and knowledgeable trainers, Rise Nation classes create a safe and beneficial environment in which climbers are encouraged to learn, practice, and perfect their climbs, while they strengthen and grow to new levels and experience unrivaled workouts.

There are 4 different classes offered: Level 1 Base Climb (700 to 2500 feet climbed, this class is designed to help climbers get the feel for Rise Nation and the climber machine, highlighting the basics of climbing and foundational choreography with in-depth instruction), Level 2 The Ascent (1500-3500 feet climbed, this class builds on the foundation of the Base Climb in a choreographed and high tempo session. This is Rise Nation's ambitious and signature climb), Level 3 The Summit (2500-7000 feet climbed, this class invites guests to experience the ultimate climb in a high intensity workout designed to maximize calorie burn with demanding moves and intense elevation gain and is their most difficult class format) and Mile High Climb (Goal of 5,280 feet climbed, this challenges guests to climb one vertical mile in a 45-minute class designed to energize and inspire one to reach new heights).

RISE NATION

676 Broadway

NY, NY 10012

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ATHLEISURE LIST | FITFIGHTER

FitFighter launched in 2013 with a focus on the fire service as it was founded by Sarah Apgar, Founder and CEO. She is an Iraq Veteran, All-American Athlete, Fitness Professional, Volunteer Fire Fighter and mom of 2 girls. In 2019, it was introduced to the mainstream fitness market with a workout App, certifications for professionals and specified training programs. In 2020, they secured a deal on Shark Tank and has continued to grow from there!

FitFighter's strength system was tied to 8 key categories of training for tactical athletes. When it was used in the firehouse, they realized that this training and style of movement patterns could be utilized across a broad range of applications, from sports performance to conditioning to strength to endurance to physical therapy and any other modality where external load is beneficial. They adapted these programs for coaches, athletes, gyms, and home fitness usage.

The Steelhose was originally created to mimic the feel of a charged fire hose when training firefighters to be ready for their missions. The functionality of Steelhose movements have evolved into an approachable, versatile and modifiable training tool for the general public to build strength for their own personal missions. They come in a variety of sizes from (5lbs - 50lbs) and can be lifted, gripped, slammed, dragged, dropped and moved in various ways. They are great to use regardless of your strength level and fitness experience. These work well with Steelhose! HIIT Training, general strength training, heavy lifting and CrossFit, yoga, pilates, mobility work and stretching.

On Jan 1st, FitFighter Yoga by MelMarie will be available (you can pre-order this starting on Black Friday). This method of yoga is an integrative approach blending the 5 lb Steelhose into dynamic breath-informed stretches and movements to improve mobility and strength, restore the nervous system, and nourish the mind!

A number of classes are offered On Demand, from strength training, mobility, work, HIIT workouts, 'Off the Floor' series, core-focused classes, and yoga. Their FitFighter MoveSTRONG App categorizes workouts in an approachable way so that you can choose your workout according to what you’d like to focus on every day!

There is also an intro series on the App, which is a great place to start for new Steelhose owners! Keep an eye out for new Fit Pro coaches joining the team who will be hosting weekly Live workout classes on our App, so you can work out with the community in real-time!

FITFIGHTER

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Read the NOV ISSUE #83 of Athleisure Mag and see ATHLEISURE LIST | FitFighter in mag.

ATHLEISURE LIST | PAVE

Chef Jonghun Won (Balthazar, Jungsik Restaurant, La Tabatiere) and Jin Ahn (Per Se, Jungsik Restaurant, Noreetuh) are co-founders of Pavé. Their friendship and passion for their craft brought them together to launch this European-style cafe/bakery which launched mid-September.

With a focus of The Art of Baking Bread for sweet and savory options, they are focused on showcasing one of the most basic necessities of life - bread. As a staple through human history from a culinary standpoint, it is featured in many ways. They felt there weren't enough places making bread right and they wanted to preserve the process before it becomes lost in the modern world.

Their fresh bread is made by Paneotrad which doesn't replace the human hand to create bread. It's an efficient tool to reduce square footage of production area; minimizing mistakes that can be made by human hands when it comes to bread-shaping and bread-cutting; be able to batch out smaller portions to bake more frequently without incurring too much waste!

We suggest 3 of their savory options: Jambon Beurre, combination of French style ham with high-quality butter on a baguette; Pan Bagnat is their take on salad niçoise on their fluffy olive ciabatta bread. Lastly, their focaccia bread which resembles a square pizza that is topped with cremini and oyster mushrooms, fingerling potatoes, gruyere cheese and thyme.

For your sweet treat, we suggest their pastries which are made in house while they work on their viennoiserie - brioche bread filled with passionfruit curd, green tea scones with chunks of white chocolate and their financier.

They offer specialty coffees sourced from Counter Culture Coffee, who is a specialty coffee roaster based in North Carolina. They also offer loose-leaf teas by Bellocq Tea Atelier, which is based out of Brooklyn.

When visiting, the Tiffany-blue door opens to a chic and clean interior and you can see the counter with their assortment. You'll see the antique display case with their pastries, and a clean glass display box featuring breads, sandwiches and focaccia.

As you walk down the line, you'll see the coffees from freshly ground beans will mix together with an open kitchen producing freshly baked bread. The space continues to the back where natural light fills the back room with spaced out tables that welcome you to a bit of an oasis in the Midtown desert.

PAVÉ

20 W 46th St

NY, NY 10036

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ATHLEISURE LIST | RAS PLANT-BASED

We believe that we should have a plant-based diet at least 3 meals a week. Ras Plant Based has Ethiopian cuisine where people share a hands on experience that involves scooping up dollops of sauces or vegetables that are served on top of a spongy fermented flatbread called injera.

The Ras Vibe focuses on consistent great service, delicious foods, crafty beers and cocktails and a carefully curated playlist for their guests to enjoy. They want the dining experience to be memorable and they want their staff to have a warm environment to work in. Ras Plant Based is an organic plant-based, locally sourced, Kosher certified Ethiopian restaurant and a James Beard Semi Finalist for Best Chef in NY state.

The founders who are of Ethiopian descent wanted to stay true to their roots as they grew up Orthodox Christian and their parents fasted throughout the year cutting out meats and dairy products. When they opened in 2020, they were approached by a Rabbi who asked if they were interested in being kosher. They knew that this made sense and was a great way to ensure that more guests could enjoy their food.

For lunch, we suggest their bowls - the Bole Bowl is a favorite as it's spicy and flavorful. The Sambusas are another great option.

For brunch, French Toast, Ras Breakfast and a Lentil Burger is at the top of our list as well. For those that are vegan, their Ethiopian fusion options can be found in their "Kinda Not" section.

For dinner, we suggest that you have the Mercato, Mushroom Tibs and Ras Kitfo.

When it comes to cocktails, you should order Wet Ass Passionfruit, Fig Fig Bang Bang and Take it Easy. For mocktails, there are options but we hear that Days in the East is what you should get.

To complete your meal, 3 raw desserts that are on our mind are: Tiramisu, Coconut Leche and Pumpkin Pie.

RAS PLANT BASED

739 Franklin Ave

Brooklyn, NY 11238

rasplantbased.com

IG @rasplantbased

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ATHLEISURE LIST | POUND

POUND fuses drumming and movement to connect mind, body and sound and combines cardio, conditioning, and strength training, for an electrifying experience set to incredible music. They use Ripstix, lightly weighted drumsticks engineered specifically for exercising.

POUND offers three different group class programs and has one on-demand class.

POUND Rockout. is an all out 45-minute group fitness class that turns drumming into a sweat-inducing workout. The intervals and fat-burning sequences offer a high-intensity workout in a short amount of time. It mixes brain-boosting and stress-reducing effects of drumming.

POUND Unplugged is a new 30-minute group fitness class designed for mental wellness. We created this class so you can rock and reset. It blends 20-minutes of high-intensity training and a challenging mat workout to build strength inside and out with 10-minutes of rhythmic breathing, restorative stretching, mindfulness and meditation.

Generation POUND is a kids program that combines kid-friendly choreography and group activities, it promotes social and emotional well-being by fostering relationships, building self-esteem and self-awareness, and inspiring the next generation of happy, healthy kids.

POUND Backstage is the on-demand option. You can access a variety of POUND workouts filtered by length, area of focus or your favorite instructor!

They worked with experts to address breathwork, mental wellness and fitness movements to offer an efficient holistic 30-minute class with 20-minutes of high-intensity training and strength-building mat work combined with 10-minutes of restorative stretching, guided meditation and breathwork. Mental well-being and self-expression have always been at the core of POUND. POUND Unplugged is the perfect next step to support people and help them feel lighter emotionally and more in tune physically.

POUND

poundfit.com

IG @kirstenpotenza

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ATHLEISURE LIST | BREATHWRK

Breathwork as a category is rooted in bonafide clinical science. Not only are breathing exercises proven to positively impact qualitative stuff like how you feel, they also improve biometrics like heart rate and blood pressure. Breathing exercises provide nearly instant relief, and with prescriptive combinations of inhales, exhales and holds, require no skill or experience.

For all these reasons, the team at health app Breathwrk believe their product is one of the most powerful solutions for the mass market. In the app, content is grouped into 4 core categories:

Night Time: Trouble shutting your mind off before bed can result from an overactive sympathetic nervous system, which controls your fight or flight response. Extended exhales raise your body’s relaxation center, the parasympathetic nervous system, to soothe overactivity and help you sleep faster.

Calm: Whenever someone tells you to "take a deep breath," the techniques in this category are what they’re referring to.

Perform: Executing a challenging breath hold at the end of your exhale increases your body’s red-blood-cell production for superior oxygen efficiency. The techniques in this category also support faster recovery by lowering your pulse after periods of intense exertion.

Energize: Short-burst inhales & exhales raise your body’s activity center to prime your nervous system for intense mental & physical effort, increasing heart rate, alertness and focus.

The free version of the app includes a small percentage of the exercise library, with their most popular breaths. For those interested in a deeper and more diverse Breathwrk practice, the competitively priced Pro version unlocks all content. There are a number of features that incentivize habitual usage. The most powerful is tracking against oneself, using features like Streaks to motivate consistency.

The company also extended into the real world with one of the first studios specializing in breathing exercises, building an even stronger community. At the studio, classes will help people wake up, strength train, sleep better and even achieve psychedelic-adjacent states.

If you would like to check out Breathwrk's app for a 7-day free trial, then click here to get 30% off Breathwrk Pro for 1 year, exclusive to Athleisure.

BREATHWRK

904 Pacific Ave

Venice, CA 90291

breathwrk.com

IG @breathwrk

TT @breathwrk

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ATHLEISURE LIST | BEAR DONUT

We like knowing where we need to go for a pick me up and Bear Donut is one of those spots! A family business that opened in April 2022, Suhum Jang (owner of Michelin starred Hortus NYC) and Honey Kim founder of ARTIPS have grown up loving donuts. They wanted to create a shop that they believe created good donuts!

At the time when they were thinking about opening a donut shop, mochi donuts (donuts made with sweet rice flour) started to get popular in the US. However, the available flavors were all similar and mostly Asia-inspired. They wanted to create a new style by combining classic American donuts and mochi donuts with South Korean flair.

When you swing by, note that they make their donuts twice a day at 10am and 2pm to ensure their freshness.

We suggest that you should try their Coffee Toffee Glazed Donut, Pink Chocolate Glazed Donut and Dirty Choco Brioche Cream Filled Donut. Their full menu is filled with a number of options and their creative and pastry team work together to create new flavors and donut assortments. Offerings change season by season.

Bear Donut has savory options, including cheddar. They wanted to create a donut flavor that is unexpected, but still familiar to people which is what makes this a perfect ingredient. The sugar and cheddar powder makes a great sweet and savory combination.

In addition to their donuts, they also have signature drinks as well. We suggest: Specialty Iced Coffee in Dirty Matcha flavor (latte, milk soft serve, house-made matcha flavor), Specialty Iced Coffee in Mocha flavor (latte, milk soft serve, house-made chocolate flavor) and Bear Iced Coffee (cold brew with milk soft serve). They even have draft milk which is a flavored milk that is finished with milk foam.

An interesting ingredient that you will find in their donuts as well as their drinks is cheddar.

BEAR DONUT

40 W 31st

NY, NY 10019

beardonut.com

IG @beardonutinc

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ATHLEISURE LIST | RANG NYC

Executive Chef/Owner Abishek Sharma (Madam Ji, Swagat and Badshah To-Go) introduced Rang NYC to the Long Island CIty dining scene with its restaurant and cocktail bar that opened this year. Born in Delhi and raised in the heart of Queens, NY, he trained as a sous chef under his father in New York City restaurants for over a decade. This new concept includes a creative menu that includes large and small botes that are full of flavor and are meant to be shared. His dishes reflect regional Indian flavors as well as creations that he has made throughout his career.

With the way the menu is broken down between Thoda Chota (small bites), Thoda Bada (large bites), from the Tandoor and Breads and Sides, we have some suggestions by Chef Abishek Sharma himself for the next time you swing by. For Thoda Chota: Chili Paneer/Chicken Bao Buns, Kerala Fried Chicken and Beetroot & Potato Tikki Chaat.

From Thoda Bada he suggests, Smokin' Salmon, Goat Aloo and the Biryani.From the Tandoor, he would get the Chettinad Chops, the Chipotle Paneer Tikka and the Mustard Chicken Tikka.

The Beverage Program features signature cocktails by Mixologist Pete Stanton. We know you'll enjoy: Rang-de-Basanti, the Bindi and Bangles and the Sari Not Sari.

Their wine program by Yash Shah of Baar Baar and Earthen is great for those that prefer to have one of these with their meal.

Murals by Kavi, an Indian visual artist whose work has been featured at events in Wynwood, Miami and New York Fashion Week, brings the interior together. The centerpiece is a white marble bar set atop vibrant turquoise glass mosaics. They wanted to promote South Indian artists in the restaurant which is why they picked Kavi. The mural by Kavi represents a blend of colors.

RANG NYC

11-03 44th Ave

Queens, NY 11101

rangnyc.com

IG @rang.nyc

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ATHLEISURE LIST | BEATNIC @ MONTAUK BEACH HOUSE

We talked with Catey Mark Meyers, President of Beatnic to find out more about this vegan chain of restaurants. Beatnic first opened in the Village in 2015 and is known for its vegan menu of classic favorites. Starting July 15th through Labor Day Weekend, they have partnered with Montauk Beach House to bring their faves as well as specialty treats to the Hamptons Monday - Saturday. Guests of the MBH will be able to enjoy their meals at the restaurant, bar and poolside.

The menu includes their Quinoa Taco Salad that's topped with pea protein chorizo, a black bean and quinoa mix, fresh avocado and tomatoes, tortilla strips and a tofu cream which is a favorite from their restaurant. We enjoyed their Buffalo Cauli Poppers. Exclusive to MBH is the MBH Lobster Roll made from Hearts of Palm and served on a vegan Pretzel Bun.

We found that there are a number of items that are vegan and vegetarian that can definitely tempt your tastebuds when hanging out by the pool. From salads, burgers, sandwiches and sides.

The menu also includes desserts that are classics of the eatery. They have a fresh baked Chocolate Cookie and Rainbow Sprinkle Cookies. The Cookies N Dream bar is also is a rich chocolate option.

Throughout the summer, the menu will have items changed up as well. They collaborated with the MBH team to understand what their guests are looking for and to design a menu that suits their needs. In addition, having dishes like the MBH Lobster Roll allows

them to take a classic to the area and to add a twist that brings in Beatnic's concept.

For those who hangout at the MBH with friends with diverse dietary needs, it's good to know that there is an option that will satisfy vegans, vegetarians or those that like to introduce plant-based options into their meals.

MONTAUK BEACH HOUSE

BEATNIC

55 S Elmwood Ave

Montauk, NY 11954

thembh.com

eatbeatnic.com

IG @eatbeatnic

PHOTO CREDITS | Beatnic/Montauk Beach House

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ATHLEISURE LIST | AZILO ULTRA POOL @ SAHARA LAS VEGAS

We all love an epic pool experience. Amber Jung, VP of Marketing at SAHARA Las Vegas talked with us about what we can expect about SAHARA Las Vegas and AZILO Ultra Pool.

SAHARA Las Vegas opened on Oct 7, 1952 and is the city's most historic hotel and casinos. This fall, it will celebrate its 70th anniversary. Guests who stay will enjoy a remodeled property as well as one that is reimagined. WIth 3 distinctive towers including the AAA Four Diamond Alexandra Tower, there are also five-star dining options, a casino, luxury spa, entertainment, bars, lounges and pools.

Guests can choose between Bazaar Meat by Jose Andres, Chickies & Pete's Crabhouse Sports Bar, The Noodle Den, Uno Mas Street Tacos + Spirits as well as Zeffer's Caffe. Balla, a new Italian concept by James Beard award-winning chef Shawn McClain will open later this year.

For entertainment, in addition to MAGIC MIKE LIVE, you can enjoy the alt-rock band Reckless which has its residency with shows on Thurday and Friday.

We're all about the ultimate in relaxation with friends and family and AZILO Ultra Pool is an immersive Ultra Pool. Visually, guests are offered an intimate, sexy Moroccan decor, lush greens and an alluring atmosphere where music engages with the senses. This summer and fall, there are live poolside performances. For an ultra-luxury experience, you can book a VIP bungalow package which includes premium food and a beverage selection.

When you opt to leave the pool but want to continue the good vibes, we also suggest the AZILO Ultra Lounge which is a seductive and spirited lounge that has music, entertainment and a personality that is all its own. Guests can expect a well-balanced and decadent libations along with an Instagrammable cocktail experience!

SAHARA Las Vegas

AZILO Ultra Pool

2535 S Las Vegas Blvd

Las Vegas, NV 89109

saharalasvegas.com

IG @saharalasvegas

@azilolasvegas

PHOTO CREDITS | SAHARA Las Vegas

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