ATHLEISURE LIST | LEKFIT + LEKFIT ON DEMAND

Former professional dancer, choreographer and celebrity fitness instructor Lauren Kleban is the founder of LEKfit which opened officially in 2016 in the Larchmont/Hancock Park area of LA.  She created a dance-inspired fitness method designed to create long and lean muscles by using intervals of low impact, high intensity, fat burning cardio with muscle sculpting techniques created to strengthen and tone.

LEKfit takes a musically driven approach to fitness with Lauren consistently drawing inspiration from her ballet, jazz, burlesque and yoga training to create fun and effective workouts that empower and promote body love and acceptance.

Lauren has trained a number of celebs including Busy Phillips, Emmy Rossum, Lindsay Price, Alia Shawkat, Katie Duplass, Ever Carradine, Lara Worthington, Judy Greer, JoAnna Garcia, Charlotte Ronson, Elizabeth Chambers, ad Katherine McPhee.

This method offers three different concepts. BOUNCE is a signature intense cardio and muscle sculpting workout.  Each class includes a warm-up, low impact, high-intensity cardio session using mini Jump Sport trampolines, leg, arm and core series plus a cooldown.

SCULPT is a ballet and yoga inspired class designed to create long and lean muscles. Each of these classes includes a warm-up, leg, arm and core series plus extended stretching for optimal muscle recovery.

FUSION is a high-intensity cardio and muscle sculpting class that incorporates the best parts of each LEKfit workout. Each class includes a warm-up, intense cardio session, leg, arm and core series plus a cool down and stretch.

Amenities that guests can enjoy at this studio include showers, changing rooms, a waiting room and the Joovv infrared light.

For those that want to continue taking classes outside of the studio session or for those that may live outside of LA, Lauren launched LEKfit On Demand early 2017. Those who connect with this service see Lauren in her LA garage studio with the LEKfit On Demand.

This service allows you to stream two brand new fifty minute full-body workouts every Wednesday directly from her studio and LA clients. This service offers hundreds of full body workouts. You'll also find do anywhere + anytime shorter workouts and "add-ons" which allow you to mic and match what you do based on your time and ability.

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LEKFIT + LEKFIT ON DEMAND

Larchmont/Hancock Park
LA, CA 90036

www.LEKfit.com

IG @LEKfit

Read more from the June Issue of Athleisure Mag and see ATHLEISURE LIST | LEKfit + LEKfit in the Studio.

ATHLEISURE LIST | SPIDERBANDS

We had a chance to check out Spiderbands last month at an editor event for an accessory brand. We enjoyed the method and had to find out more about it. Created by Franci Cohen, a group exercise instructor, and fitness expert for over two decades, she launched Spiderbands, in November 2017 in New York City within one of NYCs fitness hubs -  Union Square.

After years of implementing science-based theories into her fitness practice, Franci realized that the most efficient way to burn maximum calories and sculpt lean muscle in record time, without any impact to the joints, would be to create an apparatus that leverages body weight with a buoyancy that allows one to draw more from their inner strength, getting faster and better results, all while flying high (literally) and having fun!

There are six kinds of classes that are offered at Spiderbands: Spiderkix (aerial concepts and inversions engage muscles ignored by traditional kickboxing classes - it's also "gloves off"), Spider Jumpstrike (combining Spiderbands, boxing, kickboxing and mini tramp), Spiderdome (this class combines Spiderbands with utilizing the reactive surface of the bosu), Signature Spiderbands (a single focus class where you work with just the Spiderbands solely), Spider Circuit (a straight forward circuit workout that includes burpees, jumping jacks, squats, and all the staples with an added Spider twist), and Athletic Fly (the combination of athletes and hand-standers come together in an unprecedented athletic acro class which uses basic acrobatic foundations that builds a high intensity cardio combination while you jump, flip and fly).

Guests have access to luxurious locker rooms, showers filled with high end products by Philosophy, hair dryers, plush towels, wet bags for your sweaty clothes post-workout, Spiderbites (their signature energy bites), water bottles, and more.

Spiderbites are little balls of bliss, with just the right combination of ingredients to fuel you pre and post workout. They are high in fiber, low in calories, and are decadent to eat!

This fitness method is in the preliminary stages of developing a live steaming platform. Soon, those who are interested in being able to fly with Spiderbands nationwide from their own homes!

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SPIDERBANDS

12 East 14th St.
NY, NY 10003

www.Spiderbands.com

IG @SpiderBands

Read more from the June Issue and see ATHLEISURE LIST | Spiderbands in mag.

ATHLEISURE LIST | SAHRA SPA + HAMMAM AT THE COSMOPOLITAN LAS VEGAS

When visiting Sahra Spa & Hammam at the Cosmopolitan Hotel Las Vegas, we suggest the Oxygen Radiance Facial. This treatment is a partnership with Intraceuticals products and patented technology. Intraceuticals is a professional cosmetic skin care brand founded and formulated in Australia. The Oxygen Radiance Facial is based on the concept of delivering hyaluronic acid and custom anti-aging ingredients deep into the skin’s structural layer through high pressure therapeutic tic grade hyperbaric oxygen. The supporting line of revolutionary skincare products was designed to combat free radical attack, supply essential vitamins and ultimately restore elasticity to the skin.

This facial launched in 2014, followed by the Signature Decadent. Youth. Glow. facial in 2015 which fuses three of the industries most coveted technologies - HydraFacial, Intraceuticals and NuFace Microcurrent- into one innovative treatment.

In addition, there are a number of luxury facials and massages to traditional Hammam treatments. The treatments are designed to treat a variety of ailments, such as dehydration and dry skin, as well as invoke an overall sense of mental wellness among guests. Sahra Spa & Hammam also offers complete Sahra Transformations, designed to treat the entire being rather
than one isolated issue.

The 43,000 square-foot spa boasts 16 massage rooms, including four body treatment rooms with private steam showers as well as two hydrotherapy rooms. For guests looking for a complete spa getaway, there is the luxurious penthouse spa suite, complete with plush seating, a steam room, complete spa services and dining room service.

Inspired by the desert’s striking contrasts, exhilarating intensity and ageless tranquility, the spa atmosphere encourages the sensations of awakening and utter peace. Unique products and therapies draw from the richness of the desert – its minerals and plants, light and colors. Special treatments, such as Turkish hammam baths and Arabian beauty rituals, evoke desert
cultures from around the world.

To combat physical signs of jetlag, Spa Director Shannon Stringert, The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas, recommends combining the LED Light Therapy skin care enhancement with the Oxygen
Radiance Facial. This combination is great for all skin types and helps calm sensitive, dry and stressed skin, which is often a side effect of air travel, while providing instant hydration and lift.

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SAHRA SPA + HAMMAM AT THE COSMOPOLITAN LAS VEGAS
Level 14, The Chelsea Tower, 3708
S Las Vegas Blvd
Las Vegas, NV 89109
www.CosmopolitanLasVegas.com

Read more from the May Issue of Athleisure Mag and see Athleisure List | Sahra Spa + Hammam at the Cosmopolitan Las Vegas

ATHLEISURE LIST | PENELOPE & THE BEAUTY BAR

Angela Rosen opened the doors of Seattle’s renowned Penelope & The Beauty Bar 10 years ago. Located inside the historic Fairmont Olympic Hotel in the heart of downtown, Penelope & The Beauty Bar quickly became Seattle’s most in demand day spa. In 2016, Angela brought the leading services from Penelope & The Beauty Bar to a new market, creating the ultimate destination for customized skin care in downtown Manhattan with DAPHNE Studio. The team’s specialty is blending the philosophy and techniques of European skin care with the most up-to-date technology on the market. Most notably, the traditional Sugaring is a very unique service not offered by most waxing and sugaring locations in NYC.

Both spas carry premier French skincare brand Biologique Recherche and feature highly clinical and customized, results-driven facial and body treatments, including body wraps and body polishes, for both men and women. All of the spa’s estheticians are carefully selected and European-trained, bringing years of experience to its clientele.

The spa treatments include European facials and non-surgical face-lifts, utilizing the best micro-current machines in the industry. Our French contouring + detoxifying wrap and body
scrubs, along with the body-toning ion magnum can help with improvement in skin texture and weight loss. Their range of bodywork consists of several massage modalities, such as prenatal
massage and cranial sacral therapy. Grooming services include hair and makeup, as well as eyelash extensions, waxing, sugaring, and nails. In addition, we offer infrared sauna and collagen bed treatments. They carry exclusive, top-of-the-line products brought to Penelope & the beauty bar directly from Europe.

Nearly 40 years ago, when the laboratory Biologique Recherche was created, Yvan and Josette Allouche, a biologist and a physiotherapist, combined their expertise and passion to chart their unique and visionary course on the cosmetic care market. The company was then operating as a research and development unit, the sole purpose of which was to create care treatments and formulate products designed for professionals disappointed with those that already existed.

Nowadays, the combination of a clinical approach to personalized cosmetic treatment, pure, concentrated, almost raw products, complex formulas and original and rigorous treatments is the foundation of the reputation for efficacy of Biologique Recherche's Methodology. Biologique Recherche personalized treatments are now available in more than 70 countries in cosmetic and medical strongholds which exclusively distribute the brand's treatment methods and products.

The spa's infrared Pod involves redlight therapy penetrates seven inches deep to burn an average of 1,500 – 3,000 calories at once, detox the body, improve lymphatic circulation,
reduce stress and fatigue, strengthen and support a healthy immune system, increase cardiovascular conditioning, and improve skin by cleansing pores. The pod is also lined with Jade stone which has healing properties. The treatment is $75 for one session and $150 for three.

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PENELOPE & THE BEAUTY BAR
411 University St
Seattle, WA 98101
www.PenelopeandtheBeautyBar.com

Read more from the May Issue of Athleisure Mag and see Athleisure List | Penelope & The Beauty Bar in mag.

ATHLEISURE LIST | NAP YORK

In our lifecycle, the concept of napping has an interesting notion. When we're infants, you take long ones throughout the day, as you get older during adolescence - you avoid it and then when we are fully embracing adulthood, we embrace the notion of taking them again - we even tout the benefits of the Power Nap. For those of us in NYC, we don't have to wonder about where we can go to get a little shut-eye.

This Spring, Nap York brings a number of concepts together within the wellness aspect of a live/work balance. Guests can purchase naps at 30-minute blocks of time up to 8 hours and
the facility is open 24 hours a day! This wellness club does not stop at just focusing on your needs for a sound sleep, its pods allow you to get a bit of shut-eye, or to meditate in silence with the ultimate goal of relaxation.

Each pod has a canopy of twinkling stars that provides a private space. The eco-friendly pods are private, safe and are soundproof. These pods accommodate one person. When reserving
the pod, they are outfitted with an Airweave mattress and pillow which has the newest innovations in sleep technology. Items can be stored under the beds and they have a Nest Protect which is an innovative alarm that detects smoke and CO. Recharge your phone as you relax as long as it stays on silent mode.

Situated in Midtown's Garment District, provides hollistc services that work within your flow from, quiet workspaces (these can be rented by the half hour which allows you to work when you're looking for a quiet space that is an alternative to a coffee shop), a café with a number of healthy options that fit your dietary needs, meditation classes as well as yoga.

Guests find a new destination that merges the mind/body/soul connection. In addition, the space also has a welcoming environment that makes you feel like you have left the urban
jungle with a botanical jungle that is filled with greenery and soothing decor that places you in a nature oriented environment.

Hand-crafted locally in New York City, our eco-friendly pods are designed with privacy, safety, and sound proofing in mind. Rest your body on an Airweave mattress and pillow, which use the newest innovations in sleep surface technology. This means no springs and no foam, providing you with sleep unlike any you've ever had.

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NAP YORK
480 7th Ave
NY, NY 10018
www.napyork.com

Read more from the April Issue and see ATHLEISURE LIST | Nap York in mag.

ATHLEISURE LIST | AEROSPACE HIGH PERFORMANCE CENTER NYC

We had the opportunity to take a class led by Aerospace High Performance Center's co-founder, Michael Olajide (former middleweight boxing champion) who has trained a number of
celebrities including Victoria's Secret models, Shay Mitchell, Hugh Jackman, Jake Gyllenhaal, Sean “Diddy” Combs and more. The NYC location is a two story 6000 sq ft fitness center that is "machine free" and allows you to be the force in optimizing your workout.

With facilities in NYC's Chelsea neighborhood and in West Hollywood, those who attend these classes are introduced to a mix of boxing and aerobics that Michael, who also choreographs
a number of big budget boxing movies creates.

By taking the best workout techniques from professional sport, this studio provides an array of courses that include: OPEN SPACE for a personalized cardiovascular and muscle sculpting
programs for sparring in a sleek boxing ring, IMPACT TRAINING CENTER which incorporates full-circuit boxing equipment and AERO STUDIOS which is for group classes.

Additional classes include Aero3, Aerojump/AeroSculpt (we took this class which is a high impact class that includes jump ropes and resistance bands), Intro Aerobox, AeroImpact,
Intro to Aerojump + FORTE, Aerobarre, Aerobox, MO Impact Class and of course you always have the option to have one on one training to ensure you are getting the attention needed
for a workout plan that works best for your goals.

After class, guests can enjoy amenities that include access to showers, mats and lockers. We suggest that you come to class with handwraps as well.

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AEROSPACE HIGH PERFORMANCE CENTER NYC

NY
121 W 27th St
NY, NY 10001

WEST HOLLYWOOD
1234 N. La Brea Ave
West Hollywood, CA 90038
www.aerospacenyc.com

Read more from the April Issue and see Athleisure List | Aerospace High Performance Center NYC in mag

ATHLEISURE LIST | TONIQUE FITNESS METHOD

Sylwia Wiesenberg is the founder of Tonique Fitness Method and the ingestible beauty and wellness brand, Dope Naturally. Since childhood, she trained on her gymnastics team and was also a part of her school’s track team in communist Poland. This extensive/deep knowledge and understanding of movement allowed her to create an intensive workout method for women to build their confidence and both mental focus and physical endurance. Her focus is on multidirectional movement, working every single part of the body which is integral to balance and focus. 

Tonique officially launched 15 years ago, when she decided to leave her corporate job in finance and follow her childhood passion - movement and choreography with a strong goal to contribute to women’s lives so they feel and look fabulous. Available in underground workouts (think Fight Club - you don't talk about Fight Club) - this was true for Tonique. Eventually, Sylwia decided to reach out to all the women around the world who were looking for something different, something harder and above your tiny workouts - she released DVDS and offered her workouts as downloads. 

There are over 40 Tonique workouts that are available for download, with more on the way.

Tonique Fitness is a method (created to deliver unique toning results) often known as gravity fighting. Tonique is multidirectional method based on squats, lunges (even in a pushup you will find elements of squats or lunges) and elements from dance and gymnastics in a static form without much impact from jumping. Tonique signature workouts are 2 hours, but Sylwia also offers express intense workouts too. Tonique is known for its repetition, and staying on one leg for at least 45 minutes to an hour, before moving to the second leg and doing the exact same moves/workout from the very top, but on the opposite leg. Sylwia swears that the method works wonders and beyond being super sculpting and gravity fighting - Tonique is a great workout method for women to develop strong and focused minds.

Tonique is available everywhere – at home, in the park, at the hotel pool - there are no limits where you Tonique. It is offered as downloadable links.

Fundamentally, Sylwia wants to prove that with the right fitness method you can prolong the feeling of youth, improve skin texture and elasticity, help faster cell turnover, and most of importantly create uniquely strong body for live - it is not the size, but the fitness level that counts!
 

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TONIQUE

STREAMING

www.toniquefitness.com

Read more from the March Issue and see Athleisure List | Tonique Fitness Method in mag.

ATHLEISURE LIST | OBE, OUR BODY ELECTRIC

For the past few weeks, we have enjoyed streaming obè to workout when we can't hit the gym or when we're traveling. We're obsessed with the vibrant pops of color that remind us of aerobic workouts a la Jane Fonda and Olivia Newton John's, 'Let's Get Physical' song. 

Founded by Mark Mullett and Ashley Mills (both formerly with Creative Artists Agency), they believed in an on-the-go fitness platform based on the belief that incredible fitness talent and experiences should not be limited to a privileged few in NYC or LA. Both embrace a love of fitness from Mark's need to motivate and change up the workout. Ashley's need to work out came from finding a way to combat the stress of her job, while also turning to yoga to ease her psoriatic arthritis.

"obé finally provides you with a workout to look forward to.  Every morning we bring the boutique fitness experience straight to your living room from our electric, light filled studio in New York City has to offer. Where else can you wake up 5 minutes before a class, sweat it out like you’re in your own music video, and leave sore, but smiling ready to conquer the day?"

On average, there are 8 hours of LIVE programming every day, which is 16 classes! They are focused on making magic every morning across the country, 7 days a week. By sweating it out first thing, members are motivated, energized, and teed up for a productive day. Morning is the most popular time to workout for a reason!

There is also a series of obé Express programming, which are on demand classes ranging from 8 to 15 minutes.  These are perfect as targeted add ons to members’ morning obé routine, or if they are pressed for time later in the day, but still want to fit in a fun, effective workout! 

obé launched on Friday, March 9th of this year. Workouts are web based, accessible through PC, mobile device or tablet. Many members mirror or cast up to their smart TV. Mobile apps for IOS and Android are on the near horizon allowing people to easily take obé with them throughout the day. 

Programming takes place across three verticals: SWEAT (dance cardio and circuit training) | DEFINE (body sculpting and strength training) | FLOW (yoga and restorative stretch).

Each class is full body, only 28 minutes,  and does not require any equipment!  The schedule is purposely crafted so that if you only have one specific time to workout each day, you can experience a variety of diverse modalities and instructors.  Always fresh, never boring!

A small selection of obé merchandise will be available online shortly. This will include fun post-sweat hoodies, colorful tanks, and resistance bands that are perfect for travel.  
 

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OBE OUR BODY ELECTRIC

STREAMING

www.ourbodyelectric.com

Read more from the March Issue and see Athleisure List | OBE, Our Body Electric in mag.

ATHLEISURE LIST | XTEND BARRE

Andrea Rogers is the founder and Creator of Xtend Barre. Launched 10 years ago, she began with one location in Florida and began teaching classes that grew to waitlists and franchises
in the US, Canada, UK and Australia. She is a former professional dancer, choreographer and certified Pilates instructor. In 2008 Rogers designed the Xtend Barre workout by merging elements of dance, pilates and ballet to create an adrenaline-fueled formula that strengthens, lengthens and chisels your body.

Classes are 55 minutes, set to upbeat playlists and incorporate moves that focus on your upper body, lower body, core, flexibility and strength. Where other barre programs focus only on the
small movements, Xtend Barre's diverse programs focus on movement of the whole body delivering cardio, strength, endurance, and flexibility.

Beyond the signature Xtend Barre class, you can take Pilates, TRX, HITT classes as well. Xtend Tribeca offers amenities from The Honest Company to freshen up before and after class. Essentia Water is also available for purchase.

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XTEND BARRE
TRIBECA
80 Warren St, NY, NY 10007

BROOKLYN HEIGHTS
147 Remsen St, Brooklyn, NY 11201

Additional US and global studios

www.xtendbarre.com

Read more from the Feb Issue and see Athleisure List | Xtend Barre in mag.

ATHLEISURE LIST | FIERCE GRACE

We took a class at Fierce Grace when it first opened. Although we have taken a few hot yoga classes and have a go to that we enjoy, we had to add another to the list with this studio that just came to the States after the success that it has enjoyed overseas!

Fierce Grace is a revolutionary system of 8 interconnected classes, and is the brainchild of one of the UK’s most well known teachers, Michele Pernetta (who led our class). The studio is owned by 3 yoga teachers. Tricia Donegan, a renowned teacher in the NY yoga scene and owner of the original Bikram studio on Allen St., Kelly Isaac entrepreneur, yoga teacher and
business partner of clothing brand Yogangster and Michele Pernetta, an ex-fashion and costume designer, and one of the UK’s most respected yoga teachers and founder of Fierce Grace, who brought hot yoga to the UK in 1994. FGNYC isn’t a franchise, it is a deeply personal project, a transformation of a loved studio into the hottest yoga brand in the UK.

They represent 45 years of yoga teaching experience. They will be hands on running workshops, events, trainings and bringing the Fierce Grace manifesto to the Lower East Side, in its irreverent, down to earth, no-nonsense way.

“Fierce Grace is the perfect fit for the yoga community I’ve built here, it’s the logical next step. It’s a brilliant yoga system that welcomes all body types and levels, has inspiring classes - from
strength and fitness classes, to slow deep classes, flowing classes to great music and alignment and injury classes, but all in an integrated system that brings continuity and safety," says Pernetta.

Fierce Grace launched in 2013 and currently has over 20 locations with the NYC studio opening a month ago. There are currently six Fierce Grace studios in London, with a brand new one opening in the summer, and classes offered in ten more UK locations including the prestigious David Lloyd clubs, as well as licensed studios in Dublin Ireland, New York City and in Rome, Italy. There are studios offering running the business, teaching there, the method in Ohio, Cincinnati, Washington DC, Sweden, Sao Paolo, and Brazil. There are instructors trained to
teach the Fierce Grace method globally.

time to time with UK brands such as "Yes to” and Jason, Aveda, Vita Coco, and they have their own in-house juice man/chef called Davide who makes organic juices.

At Fierce Grace, they value simple, safe poses that everyone can do and the repetition of template poses has huge benefits. From Pernetta's Ashtanga Vinyasa's practice she believes in the value of a more flow-based practice and how non-static movements, such as Sun Salutations, which develop a sense of freedom and non-rigidity can free the practitioner on an emotion al and mental level. As the body is so complex, one needs a large number of asanas in order to approach the body from every angle and to confuse weak or dormant muscles and habitual physical patterns. To this end, the Fierce Grace system is a system of classes that encompass all these qualities and contains nearly 200 poses. This ensures the entire body is used and moved in every way possible.

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FIERCE GRACE

LES
172 Allen St 2nd Fl NY, NY 10002 

Locations include London, Rome, Brazil, Sweden, and Ireland

www.fiercegrace.com
 

Read more from the Feb Issue and see Athleisure List | Fierce Grace in mag.

ATHLEISURE LIST | THE WALL

If you don't follow their Instagram, we want to put THE WALL on your radar. THE WALL was created by celebrity trainer and group fitness guru Jason Wimberly. After more than a decade
in the fitness industry, and having taught at some of the top studios in the country like SoulCycle, Revolution Studio, and Equinox, the former professional ballet dancer decided it was time to create his own concept. Combining his experience of having taught over 6000 classes throughout his career, he created the 123STACK, which is THE WALL’s signature workout.

The vision began in 2016, but in early 2017, THE WALL launched its first pop up location on Sunset Blvd in Hollywood. Designed as a space to introduce the curriculum and the brand,
the pop up (take advantage of the $18 introductory class prices) has been a great introduction, but will shut down end of February to focus on opening the new 5000 sq ft flagship studio located on Wilshire and Labrea. Opening date for the flagship studio is projected to be April 2018.

The new flagship studio goes beyond what you would expect from most fitness studios. Designed by De Spec Architecture out of NYC with a focus on communal space outside of the designated workout areas, the studio will be a mecca for all things health and fitness, with two separate studios, one for weight training and one for cycling. A large lobby and retail area
designed for connecting and unwinding - will feature athleisure brands Sukishufu, Vimmia, Year of Ours, Michi and men’s label EYSOM, as well as THE WALL’s own signature collection. Finished off by full service luxury locker rooms featuring a private label of bath products from Gazelli UK. Clients will be invited to refuel and rehydrate at THE BAR, the studio's own juice bar and café. THE WALL will be partnering with brands like Café Gratitude and Clover Juice to create original menu items exclusively for the in house café. Add on free spin shoe rental, free filtered water stations, and free 90 minute parking, and it’s safe to say every detail has been planned meticulously by Wimberly and team.

Wimberly combined his experience of having taught over 6000 classes in his career, and dreamt up the 123STACK, which is THE WALL’s signature workout. Comprised of 10 minutes of core activation, 20 minutes of high intensity circuit training, and 30 minutes of indoor cycling, the entire concept of THE WALL is to push you beyond whatever is holding you back, by physically and mentally pushing you to break through. All with a team of seasoned instructors that have expanded the offerings to include STACKED; a 45 minute rhythmic weight training class, full spin classes, and are in the process of launching a restorative recovery class to the schedule.

One of the things that sets THE WALL apart from other fitness studios, is that all classes are done in rhythm and in unison. While most studios utilize stations or circuits in programming,
clients often cycle through stations without any real sense of togetherness. Focusing on the power of the group, and building community, regardless of what weight you decide to lift or where you start, at THE WALL, everyone finishes together.

THE WALL POP UP
7503 W Sunset Blvd @ Gardner
LA, CA 90046

THE WALL FLAGSHIP
730 La Brea @ Wilshire Blvd
LA, CA 90038
 

www.thewallfitness.com

Read more from the Jan Issue and see Athleisure List | THE WALL in mag.

ATHLEISURE LIST | PAINTBOX

Nestled in Soho, Paintbox is the perfect destination for getting your nails done in a luxury setting. Known for an extensive menu of nail art (although you can also get your nails done without the art), this luxury salon focuses on manicures only and has a number of hues and combinations that you can select from to make your look your own.

Before setting up your appointment at Paintbox, we suggest visiting their website to see a number of nail designs and trends that they are focusing on at the moment. It helps to narrow
down your options and to get an idea of what you think works for you. After check in, you're handed a book that shows a number of designs as well as those that are curated for the current month. They also have a nail menu that shares gel and lacquers that are available. If you don't see your shade, simply describe the hue that you're interested in or the polish brand that makes it and they have a diverse selection that you can choose from.

We always enjoy having a glass of bubbly while we wait and of course while we are having our nails done. The sleek and minimal nature of this location is calming and it makes it the perfect
place for an event, a solo treatment or to bring a friend along. When your treatment has concluded, you also have the option to share your nails as you can Instagram them on the premises which is a fun touch.

Everytime we have had our nails done here, it's always fun to have the staff see what you selected as there is such pride in the art of nails here.

PAINTBOX
17 Crosby St.
NY, NY 10013

www.paint-box.com

Read more from the Jan Issue and see Paintbox in mag.

ATHLEISURE LIST | TROOPER FITNESS

The holiday season is a great time to meet with friends and family and the ability to eat and drink is never ending! The good times don't mean that you have to abandon the gym. When
it's time to get right back at it (or to keep it up), it's time to make your way to Trooper Fitness which opened November 2015 on the UES (there are plans to expand beyond this location).

There are a number of options that are available in terms of class offerings. Their Trooper Camps are high-energy, motivational workouts guided by certified coaches. These camps are
geared towards fitting personalized programs for each individual’s goals - while being done in a group training format. The classes come in an array of offerings: Trooper Met Con Camp,
Trooper Power Strength Camp, Lower Body Trooper Strength Camp, Upper Body Trooper Strength Camp, Trooper Boot Camp, Trooper Core Strength Camp, Trooper TKB (TRX & Kettlebells) Camp, Trooper Sports Con Camp, Trooper Calisthenics Camp, Trooper Fight Camp, OCR (Obstacle Course Training), Trooper Boot Camp and Trooper Run Con Camp.

Beyond group classes or Trooper Camps which focus on strength and high intensity classes, you can also have private classes whether you do this solo or you opt to get your friends
and co-workers together to get in a much needed sweat session.

When you're looking to reach a specific goal, you can purchase a Trooper Road Map which is a personalized 6-week group fitness program which will assist you in getting to where you want to be.

The Trooper Road Map includes 2 goal based consultations and individual guidance from their certified coaches in a safe and responsible environment. It's also a great way to hone your skills
on workouts that you want to perfect.

In addition, you can always book a one-on-one trainer which is another way to guide and optimize your workout. When working out at Trooper Fitness, amenities that are offered include: showers, free towel service, toiletries (deodorant, body soap, shampoo and
conditioner).

The ethos of this fitness method is that it's a team oriented atmosphere that prides itself in overcoming obstacles, not only in the gym, but in life. They live by the motto - "All We Know
is Go".

Like a number of studios and gyms, you can rock an array of branded shorts, tees, shirts tanks, hoodies, joggers, sports bras and hats.

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TROOPER FITNESS
226 E 54th St. Ste. 600
NY, NY 10022
www.trooperfitness.com

Read more from the Dec Issue and read Athleisure List | Trooper FItness in mag.

ATHLEISURE LIST | YOGA UNWINED

When you're selecting a workout studio or method, it's about finding a class that fits what you're interested in targeting as well as what fits your mood at the moment. A few weeks ago, we took our first Yoga Unwined class, which is founded by Morgan Perry and yes this combines yoga and wine together in a responsible and fit way!

Yoga Unwined is a yoga and wine education company. The classes weave together vinyasa-based yoga and fun wine facts through creative yoga poses. Each hour long educational class
ends with a meditative wine tasting, inviting you to mindfully taste what's in your glass while applying what you learned through the poses.

Morgan worked in wine marketing for a decade and fell in love with wine when she had the chance to visit wineries and vineyards in Chile on a press trip. She came back to New York and
started taking wine classes to learn more, and has been hooked ever since. She had practiced yoga for the past seven years. When she left her job in 2016, she immediately enrolled in an immersive yoga teacher training program. It was during this time that she created a yoga class that included wine education.

Each class focuses on one grape varietal (like Pinot Noir or Chardonnay) or category (like rosé or sparkling wine), so you will get a chance to learn about 20 facts about that particular wine. Instructors discuss some basic, but fun facts, which can include winemaking information, tasting notes, food pairings and more. These facts are woven seamlessly into the yoga flow, which is about 45 minutes long. After a five minute savasana or breathing meditation, you have the chance to comparatively taste two different expressions of the wine you just learned about and are able to see, smell and taste firsthand what is learned on the mat.

In New York City, they have partnered with The Arlo Hotel for their series - Bubbles & Brunch (look for these monthly classes in 2018). Students can book a package that includes a Yoga
Unwined class (focusing on sparkling wine), followed by bottomless brunch at Arlo Nomad's restaurant, Massoni. Recently, they concluded a series with Outdoor Voices and have partnerships with several yoga studios, such as Yoga Vida, with bi-monthly workshops. In January, classes will be held at Lululemon and SOLACE.

Expansion for Yoga Unwined will take place in Austin, TX due to the founder being from Texas. After the success of an event held in Austin this past summer, she will be offering a course this
Feb at Austin Winery. YOGA UNWINED Visit the website to find out more about Yoga Unwined series in NYC and additional cities. For those that are members of private clubs or luxury
buildings, you can find out when they are coming to these locations as well.

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YOGA UNWINED

www.yogaunwined.com

Read more from the Dec Issue and see Yoga Unwined in mag.

ATHLEISURE LIST | CYC FITNESS

There are a number of cycling studios that are known for bumping beats, great camaraderie and feeling like you're on another level. On your list of places to frequent whether you're in Boston, Madison and NYC - CYC Fitness is one to add to your list.

WIth a number of rides that activate your whole body, each class focuses on calorie burning endurance intervals in tandem with weighted sectors that are fueled by high energy playlists.
Classes are divided into 3 types:

Cyc45
Clip into our signature 45-minute beat based ride. Calorie burning endurance intervals are combined with weighted sectors for a unique, and transformational workout.

CycLift

Turn up the resistance, fire up your core, and grab your weights. This is our signature Cyc45 ride with additional weighted sectors that will sculpt your upper body, build your strength,
and take you to the next level.

CycLean

Take the “weight” off your shoulders and transform your stress into sweat. Raise your stamina in this 45-minute, weight-free ride. Hills, jogs, jumps and the perfect balance of resistance will
free your mind and keep your body lean.

Cycologists lead the class and ensure that you're guided through the choreography under a night club like environment where lights change from purple, red and blue. Weights are also
incorporated into the 45 minute sessions.

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CYC FITNESS
 

Boston
699 Boylston St
Boston, MA 02116

Madison, WI
773 University Ave #205
Madison, WI 53715

NYC
CYC Astor | 4 Astor Place
NY, NY 10003

NYC
CYC Chelsea | 555 Sixth Ave
NY, NY 10011

NYC
CYC Hell's Kitchen | 700 Eighth Ave
NY, NY 10036

NYC
CYC UES | 1231 3rd Ave
NY, NY 10021

www.CycFitness.com

Read more from the Nov Issue and see Athleisure List | Cyc Fitness in mag.

ATHLEISURE LIST | SOULANNEX

We've been fans of SoulCycle for years and were excited when we heard about SoulAnnex, the next evolution in fitness and wellness. The Flatiron location is where top instructors are piloting the latest and most effective off-the-bike classes. The focus of this platform is about elevating the way you move off the bike by strengthening, dancing, stretching and moving the body in a whole new way.

Classes are offered 4-5 days and provide a full 360 approach to training that compliments their on-the-bike programming at SoulCycle. The classes focus on three key training areas.

MOVE: Feel the beat, embrace the rhythm, and experience how energy and momentum can take your workout to the next level. Every move you make is done with and for a purpose:
Choreography, set to epic playlists, revs your heart rate and tones muscles from head to toe. The result is an incredibly fun workout that leaves you breathless and happy.

DEFINE: These total-body sessions utilize body weight, free weights, resistance bands and more to sculpt strong muscles. Drawing on varying modalities like high-intensity interval training and plyometrics, instructors will coach you through each rep to help you unlock
your inner athlete and achieve your highest level of physical fitness.

ALIGN: The perfect balancing supplement to your cardio and strength sessions, our restorative classes stretch, lengthen and rehab overworked muscles. Drawing on disciplines like yoga and Pilates, you’ll release tight hips, glutes, and more while improving core strength. Each session integrates mindfulness and body awareness for a 360-degree experience that replenishes you mentally as well as physically.

During the first week of SoulAnnex's opening, we took Fundamental Flows with Eve which was a vinyasa workout that is a balanced mind-body experience where your breath, mantras and
movement come together on the mat and beyond. As you transition from Inner Warrior to Warrior II, each person finds the shapes that awaken your muscles to find clarity, strength and
flow.

Prior to and after class, guests can enjoy complimentary studio amenities that include hair care products by Ouai and 100% organic tampons by LOLA. SoulAnnex features a lifestyle boutique
with SoulCycle's original performance and athleisure collections, as well as a capsule collection that features the signature triangle logo of SoulAnnex.

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SOULANNEX
32 W 18th St NY, NY 10011

Read more from the Nov Issue and read ATHLEISURE LIST | SOULANNEX in mag.

ATHLEISURE LIST | Y7 STUDIO

When it comes to working out, there are as many methods as personality types which is a great way to target what makes you feel your best you. Hot yoga has been around a number of studios but time and again, we always hear about the cool vibes of Y7 Studio and with their recent launch of their newest location in Williamsburg, BK we knew we were going to get a significant workout here.

Y7 Studio combines a vinyasa yoga (which is all about flowing and repeating movements in a fluid movement) with hip hop and beats that keep you focused while sweating your butt off in a candlelit studio. It's during each movement, that you realize that your body can seriously push past its limits to stay in sync and that the moves become central to your core. 

Y7 has a number of locations that you can get your sweat on and those who attend the classes swear by their mantra of "A Tribe Called Sweat" and "We Flow Hard". 

Co-Founded by Sara Levey, Y7 has two kinds of classes which include WeFlowHard™ which is a fast paced vinyasa class while Slowburn goes deeper into your tissue and allows you to hold the poses for a longer period of time. Both allow you to have a very successful sweat as you work out in their specially infrared rooms which make you feel like you have walked into a sauna but also ensures that you will be dripping.  Music for WeFlowHard™ focuses on hip-hop and driving beats while Slowburn is more typical of yoga music and is condusive to the movements and vibe.

Although you can rent mats and towels, we suggest bringing your own as it's a good idea to have the mat that works best for you when you're doing the workouts. We definitely suggest laying a towel down on top of your mat as it definitely gets slippery.

Check your location for full amenities as all Y7 Studios have refresh spaces, but Soho has a shower while the Williamsburg location does not.

We also love that Y7 carries its own line of apparel which is great to wear when working out or after the gym. Their line includes their key phrases and definitely makes you feel like you're part of the cool set when you're entering/leaving the studio or wherever you're going next.

Most importantly, it's worth noting that the instructors really do operate on a "do what you can" mentality so as you're taken through each movement, if your body is not comfortable doing something - there are no judgments whether you pause or sit in the other pose. 

You'll find that as you move and see those around you doing so that as a beginner, you pick up what is going and and begin to get into sync with the group.

Although it's suggested that beginners should do Slowburn first, you can also go right to WeFlowHard™.
 

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Y7 STUDIO

NY

Willamsburg - 170 S 1st St
Flatiron - 25 W 23rd St, 4th Fl
Soho - 430 Broome St, 2nd Fl
Union Square - 58 E 11th St
UES - 1459 3rd Ave, 4th Fl
Lab - 262 Bowery, 4th Fl

CA
West Hollywood - 8270 Melrose Ave

Read more from the Oct Issue and see Athleisure List | Y7 Studio in mag.
 

ATHLEISURE LIST | REVERB

Reverb launched in its current home in April 2017; however, it began as outreach classes in Nov 2016 by founder, Ashley Bell who first taught dance and group fitness in the early 90s.

At Reverb, Center classes and Unwind classes are among their most popular offerings. Center classes allow folks to find the fluid nature of vinyasa practice at a slower pace, and without the shoulder and wrist heavy transitions of that practice.  Unwind classes focus entirely on mobility and breath work, allowing the teachers to call on their preferred techniques, such as yin yoga and myofascial release, to unpack stress and tension.  People also enjoy the studio's Lotus Flow classes.  This dynamic style was created in NYC by Dana Flynn and Jasmine Tarkeshi, and Ashley has 300-hours of training from the Manhattan outpost of that studio, Laughing Lotus.

Community outreach is approached in a variety of ways. On-site, the studio offers a self-selected drop-in rate, allowing students to choose a cost from a price range that works for their budget.  Space is also donated to two lo- cal non-profits each week so that they can use the income from those classes to raise funds for their organizations.  One of those classes is a Recovery Yoga class, for those affected by the disease of addiction.  Residents of a local treatment program also participate each week.  They recently added a free class for local F&B workers in conjunction with the Heirloom Foundation, a group that champions health initiatives for folks in the food and beverage industry – a cornerstone of our local economy. 

Reverb’s studio includes the “Light Box," a 33’x33’ square space with three of the four 20-foot walls made entirely of polycarbonate – a transparent material that allows for ample natural light that shifts beautifully throughout the day.  There is a smaller studio as well, a lovely lounge area with a library of inspiring books and writing/drawing materials, a sizable dressing room, and restroom with shower.  Reverb also offers a small selection of yoga mats and branded gear.

There is a deck that is shared with neighboring offices that overlooks a courtyard adjacent to several restaurant concepts: Bad Wolf, a coffee shop with tasty pastries, homemade ice cream, and a small but crafty cocktail menu; Workshop, an upscale food hall featuring five different rotating restaurant concepts; and Edmund’s East Brewing Company, the tap room/brewing and bottling facilities for a successful neighborhood eatery with a celebrated bar program.

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REVERB

1503 King St
Ste 200
Charleston SC 29405
 

Read more from the Oct Issue and see Athleisure List Reverb in mag.

ATHLEISURE LIST | MELT METHOD

Whether you’re an athlete or live an active lifestyle, the concept of optimizing your body to its utmost performance while preventing chronic pain and injuries is an essential element that can
be done prior to (maximizing results) and after your workout (to reduce recovery time, aches and stiffness). Over the past year, we have worked out utilizing the MELT Method which has a
Performance Roller that has changed our approach to fitness! This method focuses on whole-body communication, rebalances the nervous system, rehydrates connective tissue and releases compression in joints. Developed by Sue Hitzmann (a manual therapist and connective tissue specialist in NYC), creator of the MELT Method, MELT Performance includes a series of
techniques that are based in science and includes the use of the soft Performance Roller and the Performance Band. By going through her exercises, you improve your athleticism, have an
increased range of motion generate core strength, and you have joint stability.

We’re fans of the customizable nature of this program as you can target an array of sequences including NeuroCore Stability, Lower Body Stability, Upper Body Stability, and Bonus Neck Stability. Whether you follow along via DVD, or On Demand (they just released their app), this is a workout that you can do from the comfort of your home, office or from your hotel room. In addition to MELT Performance and MELT Method, there is also the MELT Hand and Foot
Treatments that allows your body to feel its effects in just minutes and can be done with MELT Treatment Balls that are made specifically for these activities.

MELT focuses on maintaining a pain free life by ensuring that there is a balanced nervous system and healthy connective tissue. Fundamentally, this self-care targets these needs by providing your body with the support it needs as well as optimal mind-body communication. Going through these techniques improves the body's ability to restore balance and to repair itself, which is key to lasting changes that you will see through your life.

There are over 1000 MELT classes, workshops, and events offered every week by trained MELT Instructors. A live class can be a great way to try MELT for the first time. Find an instructor or class near you here.

MELT professional education offers a series of trainings at various locations in the US and the UK. Trainees learn how to share the MELT Method in a one-on-one or group environment in
these practical, interactive trainings, while discovering the latest in fascial science and the nervous system.

The MELT Method Hand and Foot Instructor Training is the introductory training to learn how to teach the MELT Hand and Foot Treatments and the science behind the revolutionary MELT Method®.

MELT On Demand provides streaming access to your favorite sequences, MELT Maps, and videos, including the newest release, MELT Performance! For a small monthly fee, you can do
as many classes, tutorials, sequences, and MELT Maps as you like, gain unlimited access to our entire video library, plus discover new content every month!

Discover new classes every month with Sue Hitzmann, including her newest creation, MELT Performance! These can be watched anywhere with 24/7 access and become your own Hands-
Off Bodyworker®.

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MELT METHOD

www.meltmethod.com

Read more from the Sept Issue and read ATHLEISURE LIST | MELT Method in mag.

ATHLEISURE LIST | OVERTHROW BOXING CLUB

Boxing continues to trend as a workout and Overthrow Boxing Club  brings it in all its gritty glory at its headquarters on Bleeker as well as its location in Williamsburg. With its doors open, at anytime you're seeing people entering, classes taking place or you could also see Will Smith, Jennifer Lopez and even Usher getting a workout in.

In addition to being in an iconic area, the very building it resides in was the home of Overthrow Magazine (which is where the name of this studio comes from) as well as the headquarters for
the activist group, The Yippies.

The ability to peek behind the curtain to see this gym in action was the exact vision that Joey Goodwin, founder of Overthrow, had in mind. Think of this studio as Fight Club brought to life in a setting with posters and stickers on the wall, an upstairs studio and a red room for smaller classes downstairs. Of course, there is the cool neon that is showcased throughout.

Regardless of your skill level, Overthrow is open to all. Classes can be booked onsite as well as online. In addition, there are themed classes such as Boxing and Booze which gives you a cold beer post workout on Mondays and there are those classes which provide donations to organizations such as the ACLU and Planned Parenthood on Fridays. Workouts are created by
former Golden Gloves Champion, Alicia "The Empress" Napoleon.

Unlike studio fitness brands that are known for premium amenities for beauty products that can be enjoyed post workout, Overthrow does not have this. But they do have a line that is based in the love of boxing and it was actually created prior to the launch of the gym as Goodwin is an entrepreneur who has also been in the fashion industry. The line, also known as Overthrow, allows you to wear your fighting spirit in and out of the ring and has had great editorial pieces that you could wear for a night out.

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OVERTHROW BOXING CLUB
9 Bleeker St. NY, NY 10012
256 Grand St BK, NY 11211

Read more form the Aug Issue and see Athleisure List | Overthrow Boxing Club in mag.