ATHLEISURE LIST | STRETCH*D

We find that throughout the week we are always selecting fitness methods based on what we are looking to target or to ease ourselves into the day. Sometimes, you're focused on legs, your abs and on others - you need a really good stretch! We all know that you are supposed to stretch before and after a workout and many of us own foam rollers where we can continue the practice at home.

Stretch*d provides a Stretch*r which is certified to be able to maneuver your body. Whether you have an appointment or not, you can opt for a Quick*e (25 mins), Flex*d (55 mins) and E*longated (75 mins) for a full body stretch out. Even if you only have 15 minutes to spare, they can work within this timeslot as well.

In addition to these packages, there are additional add ons. There are services such as the Anti*aging Stretch which which incorporates a Light Slim LED that focuses on your face, feet and lower leg. You can opt for Get Buzz*d which adds a Hyper Volt to your treatment, Get Relax*d that adds CBD Cream neck massage, Lengthen*r which adds 10 minutes to your base package, Get Puls*d which is a 20 minute leg compression with Normatec Recovery Bootie, Get Stimulat*d is a 20 minute massage with a smart muscle stimulator the PowerDot, and if you happen to not have the appropriate clothing, you can also rent an outfit so that you can be in comfort.

Pre or post your treatments, there is also an area that has foam rollers, stall bar and additional stretching aids that can assist you in further treatment.

The Stretch*d Method was developed due to work with pro-athletes, weekend warriors and those who experience the wear and tear of daily life (extensive sitting, driving, picking up children, etc). The team believes that this dynamic assisted stretching is the most effective form of stretching for all bodies, no matter the activities that you do.

Ultimately, this method will allow you to perform at your peak, improve your
range of motion and posture, reduce pain, increase longevity and keep you stretched out.

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STRETCH*D
27 W 20th St
NY, NY 10011

www.stretchdspace.com

IG @stretchdspace

Read more from the Oct Issue of Athleisure Mag and see Athleisure List | STRETCH*D in mag.

ATHLEISURE LIST | SWITCH PLAYGROUND

Switch Playground came to NYC in fall of 2016 by way of initially launching in South Africa in 2014! Steve Uria, a longtime fitness entrepreneur and personality launched this fitness method which is fueled by a DJ playing as you go through a number of circuits in 2 minute increments. One of our classes started with a quick yoga warmup and continues with a mixture of TRX workouts, treadmills, medicine balls, trampolines and of course, all done
within a blacklight setting! Although you workout individually, we found that we worked in groups of two and through a series of hand signals, we navigated the workout to figure out if
we would do it again or modify it within our 2 minute slot before moving into the next movement. With an array of instructors guiding you through this bootcamp style workout, you're able to see others who are in your class doing moves that you will do later in your
session, which consists of 20 stations. You have 20 seconds to get from one station to the next one before you start your 2 minute drills.

Those who do this workout find that it is truly a total body workout and it consists of plyometrics, strength training and cardio. It's a challenge that allows you to sync in with your instructors (which there tend to be around 10 that float throughout your session) and your partner as you continue with the workout.

Whether you take the class religiously or just from time to time, the workouts change from class to class so there is no way that you will be bored or be able to go on "autopilot". It's all about intensity, intervals and of course - variety.

This nightclub oriented workout complete with fog machines and dancing by the instructors while you complete your stations, are followed by access to bathrooms that have a number of
amenities including showers as well.

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SWITCH PLAYGROUND
Soho Playground
180 6th Ave
NY, NY 10012

12th St Playground
130 East 12th St
NY, NY 10003

www.switchplaygroundusa.com

www.switchplaygroundsa.com

IG @SwitchPlaygroundNYC

Read more from the Oct Issue of Athleisure Mag and see Athleisure List | Switch Playground in Mag.

ATHLEISURE LIST | BRRRN

On May 1st 2018, Brrrn became the world's first cool temperature (45°F-60°F) boutique fitness concept and lifestyle brand, opened a 3,000-square-foot studio with a rustic, industrial-chic, lodge aesthetic in New York City's Flatiron neighborhood (107 W 20th Street). The research driven concept is disrupting the fitness landscape by pairing the benefits of routine cool temperature exposure (called mild cold stress) with exercise (called environmental conditioning) to optimize the fitness experience—as well as provide other health benefits, such as burning more calories than in ambient or hotter environments. Brrrn
debuted with a three-tier group of exercise programs: FLOW (Yoga-Inspired Mobility and Strength Series at 60°F), SLIDE (Cardio Slide Board Core & Conditioning Series at 55°F) and HIT (Battle Rope-Infused HIT Series at 45°F).

The flagship studio includes male and female identifying locker rooms with Nebia showers, an eight-person communal infrared sauna experience and exclusive Brrrn apparel. The Brrrn Coldture™ is a body-positive community that strives for progress, not perfection.

Jimmy T. Martin and Johnny Adamic are multi-hyphenates whose backgrounds extend beyond the real of fitness. Martin is a former Division I athlete who has 10 years experience as a private trainer to C-Suite executives and influencers in fashion and entertainment. He also worked as a freelance copywriter and background performer on Saturday Night LIve from 2011-2016.

Adamic's background is in public health and journalism. Prior to Brrrn, he worked for the NYC Department of Health & Mental Hygiene and served on former NYC Mayor Michael Bloomberg's Obesity Task Force doing obesity and chronic disease prevention. He also wrote for The Daily Beast as their health contributor. He earned his yoga teacher training and personal training certificates. He met Martin at a private training facility in Soho.

When you exercise in cooler temperatures, you optimize the fitness experience because you burn fat, you can grow a tolerance to cold, and cooler temperatures provide the optimal temperature for working out.

In the long term, frequent and routine exposure to cooler temperatures can help you acclimate to cold. This means you can spend more time in cooler temperatures, allowing you to reap more of the benefits.

Guests can enjoy locker rooms, showers, bathrooms, full refresh bar, Orlando Pita Play Hair products, 8 person infrared sauna experience, state of the art sound system, exclusive Brrrn
Apparel and Unity Water.

BRRRN
107 W 20th St.
NY, NY 10011
www.thebrrrn.com
IG @Brrrn

Read more from the Sep Issue of Athleisure Mag and see Athleisure List | Brrrn in mag.

ATHLEISURE LIST | B MVMNT

Bizzie Gold is one of the world's top Personal Development and Wellness experts with 5 global brands held by BUTI Inc, her parent company which started in 2012. It has grown into a global business in 27 countries. This parent company recently launched B MVMNT in May in the LES. With the success of her Buti Yoga in 2012 that included a number of streaming videos, in May 2018 she launched the brand's first brick and mortar studio.

The Stanton Street studio offers a carefully curated experience of Celebrity Trainer Bizzie Gold's unique movement and wellness methodologies. All B MVMNT class sequences utilize spiral structure technique® to facilitate the deep release and toning of the body - physical, emotional and energetic.

Through primal movement, dynamic asana and cardio-sprints, students breakdown the emotional barriers that hold them back from achieving self-love and true human connection. Music guides the classes like an internal GPS - no more 8 counts or reps. The beat blended movement forces you out of your head and INTO YOUR BODY. It is in this magical place that you integrate your human experience instead of escape it. All formats incorporate elements of shaking and vibration to help release stored trauma and stimulate cellular organization.

B MVMNT offers drop in classes in addition to 3 membership tiers, private training and nutrition counseling. The studio includes a community infrared sauna complete with BOSE sound system and chromotherapy lights, NKD by Bizzie Gold retail shop and Golden Ratio protein bar. Non-heated classes are taught in a room with ambient temperature of 78-80F while heated classes are taught with far infrared towers to gently heat and detoxify the body - the ambient temperature may rise between 85-90 degrees.

The lockerrooms are equipped with changing rooms, wifi equipped lounge, community vanity complete with DryBar blow dryers and products as well as a 4 person infrared sauna. Guests can also purchase NKD by Bizzie Gold at the retail shop as well as purchase items from the Golden Ratio protein bar/cafe.

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B MVMNT

114 Stanton St #1506

NY, NY 10002

www.BMVMNT.com

IG @bmvmnt

Read more from the Sep Issue of Athleisure Mag and see Athleisure List | B MVMNT in mag.

ATHLEISURE LIST | NEO U FITNESS

Located in midtown, in a 20,000 state of the art fitness hub, Neo U Fitness is not only about housing a number of concepts within its walls, but it is a live streaming and on demand platform for top trainers and brands that make itself available to a worldwide audience. This fitness center uses cutting edge technology to link people to these elite trainers. The focus is to highlight great fitness methods while exposing and growing fitness brands. With a belief in fitness and wellness, both are integrated into the offerings provided.

There are 3 studios where guests can take boxing, yoga, bootcamp, dancing and more. Check out the schedule to see who or what method will be showcased on your date and time of interest. Each room is designed with interchangeable equipment and atmospheric projectors.

In addition to the studios, the cafes come along with premium amenities are available for its guests. There are plenty of showers, daily lockers, and a NEO Cafe serving juices, smoothies and acai bowls.

In a recent class, we enjoyed the lounge area where we were able to chat with our fitness host pre and post class. There is also a boutique to purchase apparel as well. With live streaming cameras available in the studio, Neo U is focused on being the Netflix or Amazon of fitness to truly provide access to their offerings worldwide.

NEO U FITNESS

420 5th Ave

NY, NY 10018

IG @NeoUFitness

Read more from the Aug Issue of Athleisure Mag and see Neo U Fitness in mag.

ATHLEISURE LIST | SOURCED ADVENTURES

Founded in 2013, Sourced Adventures’ mission is to make the outdoor accessible and affordable to anyone and everyone who lives in New York City. Since then, they have expanded to more than 5 different US cities and now offer a suite of international destinations as well.

Sourced Adventures has its roots in the travel industry. The brand’s founder, Kyle Davidson was an Adventure Tour Guide in a previous life. Now, that same commitment to a great customer experience is embodied by the company’s tour guide feels as a central sentiment within the company culture. The SA Management team now consists of a diverse group of travel professionals with varied experience including the Ski industry and Outdoor Education.

We had the pleasure of attending a recent trip that left NYC and combined yoga in a vineyard, a wine tasting and some free time to enjoy the space as well as to continue drinking more wine. Day trips include your transportation, lunch on site and the opportunity to bring a group with you or to meet new people. Trips leave from two locations in the city earlier in the morning and return early evening which allows you to go home and continue your night.

Sourced Adventures has three main product offerings. The flagship products are local adventure day trips out of several US cities including NYC, DC, Boston and Chicago. The goal with these products is to make it easy for absolutely anyone to escape the city and get into the outdoors. They also have several guided and unguided international trips to destinations such as Iceland, Mexico, Scotland and more. Finally, they work with corporate and private clients to build tailor-made international itineraries or custom corporate retreats.

Feedback is an integral part when it comes to adding new adventures to the offerings at Sourced Adventures. When we attended our adventure, we noticed that a number of people had attended their Hiking and Brewing Program or had planned to do so. According to the Sourced Adventure team, this trip was included due to repeated requests from the community of travelers for a hiking trip to be offered.

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SOURCED ADVENTURES

85 Delancey

NY, NY 10002

www.sourcedadventures.com

IG @SourcedAdventures

Read more from the August Issue of Athleisure Mag and see Athleisure List | Sourced Adventures in mag.

ATHLEISURE LIST | HIT HOUSE

In March 2018, Muay Thai focused method, Hit House opened in Nolita in a luxurious boutique studio. Created by husband and wife co-founders, Tyler Scott and Dana VanPamelen this studio offers Traditional Muay Thai kickboxing and Private Training.

Hit House is the first of its kind concept, focused on bringing the world of Muay Thai into group classes. This fitness method is disrupting the fitness landscape by making Muay Thai accessible to all types of fitness enthusiasts at all levels.

Classes are led by Muay Thai fighters turned trainers, the 50 minute fast paced, full-body workout class is designed to improve your cardio, muscle tone and fight skills with every punch, kick, knee and elbow. From the very beginner to the experienced fighter, all will find this class challenging and fun.

Tyler co-designed an exclusive floor to ceiling bag with Century Martial Arts called Bishop - hybrid heavy bag/fight dummy, designed to lessen the impact and prevent injury (and no bruises!). Bishop incorporates elements from four of the most commonly used bags in string-based martial arts. By combining these bags into one, this allows class members to train with lightweight gloves and leave the studio sans bruises.

It's made with a dense foam and doesn't swing from a chain, rather it bends and flexes with your strikes so you'll be able to throw more, full power combinations and really improve your technique.

Prior to practicing combinations, they teach form so you won't feel lost during the class. Classes include energizing pop and hip-hop mashups playing through their high-quality sound
system. The goal is for everyone to leave class with a feeling of accomplishment and self-confidence. The 4,800 sqft studio is designed by Hyphen & Co. and is inspired by a modern,
boutique hotel with industrial finishes, clean lines, and Thai inspired greenery.

With plans for expansion in multiple studios, the Nolita location offers men and women's locker rooms with showers, full refresh bar, lockers, state-ofthe-art sound system, exclusive Hit House apparel, gloves (rental at $2, for purchase at $20) and Hit House quick wraps (purchase for $2).

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HIT HOUSE
2 Spring St.
NY, NY 10012
www.hithouse.com
IG @hithouse

Read more from the July Issue of Athleisure Mag and see Athleisure List | Hit House in mag.

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.