FITNESS, SECRET AND BEAUTY

Going to the gym can make a difference, but by itself it won’t be much in the end. There are other

factors that need to be mixed if your workout is to achieve your goals. Depending on whether you

recently joined the gym, you may or may not know some of these things, but even if this is true, you will

still have the freshness of the memory. So with that said, dive right in and see if you want your gym

workout to be meaningful and effective, what you need to know and what you need to do. Meditating

on these things before your next dose of greens or before your next trade mill session will help you get

the most out.

Diet

It does not matter if you are going to celebrate with a juicy burger after that, it does not matter how fast

or how long you run on the treadmill if you are your personal bench press record this week. Break out

the weekend with a box of donuts. This means that you need to find a balance between your workout

and your diet. They are directly linked and affect each other greatly. If you are not sure how you should

collect food, consider meeting a nutritionist. They study how the human body reacts to food, and they

can suggest you a diet that will not only interfere with your workout but actually increase it.

Warm Up

Warm up is the most important part of every workout, no matter how interesting. You are preparing

your body for the workout that will be demanded. It’s best to keep your content ready for the kind of

effort it will have to maintain in just a brief moment, otherwise it might surprise you with the pressure it

is suddenly facing. Another element of heat is the stretching that you should not just overlook. When

you do activities that you don’t normally do, which are often surprising in the gym, you risk injuring

yourself because your body is more rigid in relation to those movements. So by lengthening you, you are

making your body more flexible and ready for the challenge ahead. Otherwise you are not the first to

pull their backs before the age of fifty.

Don’t Overdo It

The gym is a place where hormones are high. It’s incredibly easy to get caught up in this moment and

forget your limits. Knowing your limits is critical to your overall health because there are so many

injuries in the gym because people want to prove to everyone how strong they are. Don’t be shy about

using the weight you can lift. If you use the right weight for your level and perform the tricks correctly,

you will be able to reach any level and gradually work your way up to the level you have not been lifted

before. For more detail about the fitness and best health secrets Read this.

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IT'S ELECTRIC

We headed to Randall's Island here in NYC to attend Electric Zoo Evolved which had 40+ hours of EDM DJs, 4 stages, an array of food and beverage options and more. Our Labor Day Weekend was jam packed with a number of sets from some of our faves that included Kaskade, Oliver Heldens, Diplo, Good Times Ahead and more. We also checked out acts that we were less familiar with. In the midst of getting in on the good vibes, we sat down with 5 acclaimed EDM DJs to catch up with them on what they're working on, hearing about their sound and more.

We caught up with DJ/Producer SayMyName who is also this month's cover. Known as the Godfather of Hard Trap, when it comes to style - he definitely has it. We found out about his style of music, his latest collaboration with Riot Ten and what he does when he's outside of the stage and studio.

ATHLEISURE MAG: So you are known as the Godfather of Hard Trap. What is that and what is it about this genre of music that you love so much?

SAYMYNAME: Ok so Hard Trap is a genre that I started in 2012. It’s basically a fusion between Hard Style and Trap or like Hip Hop and it’s the best of both worlds. My favorite part about Hard Trap is basically the energy and uniqueness of the sound that it brings to every set no matter whether it’s a festival or a club – it stands up.

AM: Does it change for you whether you’re in a massive venue like here at Electric Zoo or if you’re in an intimate club? How does that work for you in terms of vibe?

SMN: The vibe or the energy is always there. Whether it’s a 100 or 10,000 – like there’s always this raw energy that matches the music. I don’t like to go to a smaller room and change the setup because I still want to see that same energy.

AM: So you just collaborated with Riot Ten with Glocks which is pretty exciting. How did that come about and how excited are you to finally release this?

SMN: Oh I’m excited it’s finally out. Riot Ten and I, we go back and this is something that we have talked about for a minute. He’s done the harder music like more of the Dubstep stuff and just basically using the Dubstep and the Hard Trap and just giving something that our fan base wanted. I’m excited that we got to do it.

AM: We love the new magenta color. How do you love the fact that you can express yourself with your hair color?

SMN: I love that it’s like varied on the season or my mood. So I have done blue, red, orange and now I’m on magenta. I feel like when I go in I just say, “ok I’m going to do yellow.” I think that the louder and the brighter the color, it’s just a bigger representation of the style and that energy. When you see that color and you’re on stage – it’s just in your face!

AM: What other collaborations do you have going on that we should keep an eye out for?

SMN: Right now, I just finished a collaboration with Afrojack. So we’re working on a release for that so keep an eye out for that. R3HAB and I, Timmy Trumpet – there has been a lot of music that I have been working on during the summer so I’m just taking some time off.

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AM: You’re a busy guy and you have been at a lot of festivals this season. How do you keep yourself relaxed and focused on what’s happening?

SMN: For me, it’s all about balance. When I’m not on the road, I’m in the gym when I’m not in the studio. I feel that the gym it’s not like I’m coming down because I’m working out, but it’s about really staying healthy physically and mentally. It keeps the creative flow going and the energy. Festival season – the festivals that I have played this year, it’s been insane.

AM: We’re excited to see you perform tomorrow!

SMN: I’m so excited! It’s my first Electric Zoo and this has been a bucket list festival. I think I caught a Hardwell festival clip in 2012 or 2013 and I was like, “what is this Electric Zoo – it’s crazy!”

AM: As someone who travels so much, what are 3 items that are in your carry on to feel like you’re at home and centered?

SMN: I feel like with my carry on, that’s a good question. This is going to sound super cliché, but my laptop. I can take my music with me on it when I want to work from the road. I have books on my phone. I think that the books and the music that I have on my phone keeps the connection between everything. Then just essential hygiene products – my skincare routine is a big one.

AM: You need to be fresh!

SMN: I’m trying, I’m trying – I have to stay on top of that.

IG @SayMyNameMusic

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We sat down with 2019 Grammy Nominated DJ/Producer EDX moments before he hit the stage. He had just arrived after performing in Montreal to kick off Labor Day Weekend and was in NYC just long enough to play a set at Electric Zoo. We talked about being #1 on Spotify's Dance Rising Charts, musicality and more.

ATHLEISURE MAG: You’ve been known as a genius for all the amazing music production you've done. What is the symbiosis between musicality and production to you in terms of making the great sound that you do?

EDX: Well you know, I think that there first, there is always a good song, a nice chord progression and if it’s a vocal song, there is a meaningful vocal. Then you add to it your signature sound and like the high end production. I think that you can have the best production possible if the musicality is there. It’s very hard to touch people when that’s not there. I’m always focusing on touching people with my music and when I have been doing this for so many years, the quality today shouldn’t even be an issue anymore.

AM: So STAY is on the Dance Rising Charts on Spotify. How excited are you about that?

EDX: It’s awesome because it has actually been the #1 track on Dance Rising. That’s something that is so special each time. It’s like making you a Sir for music – every once in awhile when this happens! For me, I’m just a kid living in Switzerland in a neighborhood next to Zurich and just exposed to music and trying to reach the world. This achievement is like a big achievement in my point of view because you actually reach so many people all over the world with this and it’s a good opportunity to be on that Dance Rising once in awhile.

AM: What are your 3 favorite remixes that you have done?

EDX: Haha it’s a hard question! I think that I have done more than 50 or 100 remixes. I don’t know and I’m still counting. It’s hard to pick just 3. I like the remix to the Janelle Monae (‘Make Me Feel’) record because it was just a cool song and I liked the whole vibe from it in the original. All the others are like in themselves, are something special because they all have this collaboration with some other songwriter, singer, artist and being able to get influenced by the original version and to add your own vibe to it to make it your own. It’s something that’s a blessing if you get this opportunity and it’s hard to just pick my favorite ones. But the Janelle Monae remix from last year has really given me the challenge that I wanted once in awhile.

I just started a remix for the new single of Loud Luxury. Which was just sent recently to Sirius XM before the release for their playlist at BPM so it is coming out in 2 weeks. It ended up being an effective remix and I was very excited to tease it and play it out like right now.

AM: We love your remix with Kaskade for ‘Angel on My Shoulder’.

EDX: Oh yes, that was a good one.

AM: Labor Day Weekend has been very busy for you. You were in Montreal on Fri, you are here today in NYC at Electric Zoo and tomorrow you will be in Dallas, how do you keep all that energy going and feeding all of these people your music?

EDX: Well, it’s like a very rewarding industry that we are in. Being able to play out your own music in front of so many people that give you such great feedback each time. It’s actually cool. I’m actually flying out tonight to Dallas because I’m playing tonight and tomorrow I will be out back to Europe!

IG @EDXmusic

PHOTO COURTESY | aLIVE Coverage for ElectricZoo.com

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Talking with the NJ based trio, Cash Cash, we defintiely got their vibe of just giving a great show that is filled with an array of genres that are just about having a good time. We sat down with them right before their show to find out about what they've been working on, how they work with one another and some of the tools of their trade.

ATHLEISURE MAG: So how do you define the Cash Cash sound?

CASH CASH: We’re a mix of a lot of different things. We’re kind of like a buffet. You get everything with us. You get chicken, beef, vegetables, carbs, salad, dessert – we do it all. We work with Hip Hop artists, we work with pop artists, rock artists, alternative artists. We love it all and we’re always mixing electronic music with different feels and styles of music. Even with just instruments or singers.

AM: How does that work to have 3 of you working together in terms of being on stage or in the studio? How do you deal with those dynamics?

CC: We run a majority rules kind of thing. So if 2 people agree on something, then that’s how it goes. If one person cries enough and pleads their case …

AM: Oh nice so the minority vote can come forward and win!

CC: Yeah if they can convince us yeah – haha the minority vote could win that’s funny!

AM: So the song with P!nk, ‘Can We Pretend’ – it’s amazing! How did it come about and how excited were you for that?

CC: Really excited. We did a remix for her in the last month of 2017 and the remix did really well. She was happy with it, the team was happy with it and we have been trying to send her songs for a long time and finally she sent us the acapella and we were like, “this is great, we can do something with this.” So we built a song around that and it came together that way. It was great to finally make that happen because artists are so busy these days. She’s out doing world tours and we’re in the club every night. It was great to finally make it happen.

PHOTO | Paul Farkas

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AM: With you guys having so much club time, how do you take time for yourself?

CC: It’s minimal I guess! We’re used to it though. We’ve been doing this for awhile so we’re used to the up and go lifestyle. We’ve been going and you get time off when you get to come home and we love traveling to see the world. It’s always cool to go to new places and then to be able to go back and return.

AM: When you guys are recording, what are your 3 favorite pieces of equipment that you love to use?

CC: Probably the computers – it’s like a love hate thing. Because you think it sucks sometimes, but you couldn’t make music without it. You could have a tape machine, but the computer is better. I feel that it switches – you’ll love a certain synth or something and then you’ll get sick of it, move on and then you’ll look at the wall and there’s your acoustic guitar and you’re like – this is the best!

IG @CashCash

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Around Athleisure Mag's office, we've been playing DRIP by Boombox Cartel, Dillon Francis featuring Desiigner on loop since it dropped a few days ago. During Electric Zoo, we took some time to hang out with the man himself to find out how he experiments with his sound to make distinctive music while continuing to express himself with his collabs as well as his clothing brand.

ATHLEISURE MAG: How do you define the Boombox Cartel sound?

BOOMBOX CARTEL: I define it as breaking the rules and doing everything wrong. Stuff that’s not supposed to be done and trying to make it work. I try to come up with original ideas and there is a lot of research and development.

AM: What's that like?

BC: Putting a lot of time in the studio and making a lot of weird demos. It’s like evil scientist vibes, but I think that that’s what it is. Then just staying true to the underground and staying true to where we all came from.

AM: How do you get inspired and where does that come from?

BC: Well just influences from when I was a kid. Indie bands, synth rock bands to like Hip Hop to Trap, to Houston stuff to just a big mix. I lived in Monterrey, Mexico for half of my life. I was born in Laredo, Texas in South Texas and I went to music school in Minneapolis. So it’s just kind of like gathering cultures and gathering styles and sounds and just putting it all together.

AM: We’re loving DRIP with you, Dillon Francis and featuring Desiigner from an Athleisure Mag perspective, amazing song to workout to! How did that come about?

BC: Thank you so much and that’s what we wanted! Dillon is one of the most happiest human beings that I know. He’s always really enthusiastic and we tried to make something that meets in the middle. Something euphoric, something happy, something bright, something really colorful and that’s what came to be. And also, with Desiigner, he’s one of the most down to Earth rappers. I work with so many rappers and I think that Desiigner is the only rapper that I can say he is like a genuinely good person that is down to work and to do it for the people. He was there and we were in the studio until 7am like coming up with ideas – smoking weed and my whole house smelled like weed for the next week.

AM: But it was worth it!

BC: But it was worth it! We made a really positive and happy song and we’re all happy to put it out.

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AM: It’s a hot song. We can’t say how many times we’ve had it on loop.

BC: Thank you so much!

AM: So your FC custom jerseys – those are really cool! Where did that come from?

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BC: That came from living in Monterrey, Mexico and just going to soccer games every week. I see a lot of baseball jerseys in the EDM community and there’s isn’t enough love for the soccer community. Soccer is just as big or I think bigger! So just playing soccer, every show I go to I ask for a soccer ball and collect a university ball or something like that. I’m a huge fan. So working on those from scratch with a friend in Downtown LA – right now we’re working on a brand partnership with a big company. We did it all from scratch. One of my good friends Colby, helped us out. He has a beautiful warehouse – cut and sew, he created the patches from scratch and they will be back in stock this next week!

AM: Exciting – eventually you can have a whole line!

BC: We have some shorts coming up, socks, the whole kit for the kids.

AM: What are 3 things that you do being so busy and spreading yourself in so many places – to just get back to you?

BC: Yeah, I grew up in Texas with my dad grilling twice a week. So me and my homies barbecue twice a week – or at least once a week. I have a Harley Davidson back at home and I take it out on the 1 highway to go get some fried shrimp and then I come back home and just head to the studio.

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One of our favorite remixes is 'Red Lips' by Good Times Ahead as it's been earcandy on our playlist for nearly a decade. So sitting down with this duo talking about a number of exciting changes taking place in the group was a lot of fun. In addition to hearing about their new label, their rebrand and what they've been up to this year, we also found out about where we should be eating the next time we're in Miami.

ATHLEISURE MAG: You guys have had a lot of going on lately – you have the rebrand of your name and your own label. Can you tell us about this?

GOOD TIMES AHEAD: The label is called Good Times/Bad Times and I think that one of our favorite things about having our own label is being able to put out our own music whenever we want. It’s kind of like the main reason. At the same time, it’s also a good platform for us to showcase the Latin influence we have in our music and a lot of the people that we play in our sets and just showcasing that to everyone. Kind of bringing a new thing to the game.

AM: When it came to introducing us to some of his favorite music, our Co-Founder Paul, introduced us to your music. We covered the Fold Festival and we saw you there as well. What is it about your free of genre music and just really bringing together good music?

GTA: For us, it’s mostly just about the energy that music has and the type of energy that makes you feel the way that you do. That’s why whenever we play music, any music that we play either hand selecting it or making it – it, has a certain kind of energy to it. It’s kind of what lets people just have fun as it’s such a fun sound to it. That’s pretty much what attracts us to music in general. It’s about having a good energy about it.

AM: Once again you guys have been super busy with so many festivals. How many have you done just this summer alone?

GTA: This summer probably like 4, but that’s light for us. We still played a lot of festivals and shows, but this year, we took it a little easier because we were focusing on finishing up so much music. 2 or 3 weeks ago we put out our album. We had the record label launch and the whole rebranding of everything. We have been working a lot behind the scenes and just taking this year kind of slow to just work on that. We’ve been doing this now for 8 or 9 years so it’s kind of nice to have a little easy period.

AM: You guys also have a clothing line as well – tell us about that.

GTA: Oh yeah, so it’s kind of something that we dabbled in a little bit. I’m personally a fan of fashion and that kind of thing and street brands. Shout out to Jay of Triple 7 – he hooked us up with so much knowledge on just how to make your own label and your own kind of style. We just kind of wanted to bring that to the festivals that we went to and the parties that we go to and it’s been cool. It’s kind of the same thing that we do with our music. We kind of let the clothes speak for themselves – they’re just really cool and really good quality. They’re good to wear and you can wear them at a festival or just to go out in. It’s kind of in line with our same kind of style as well.

AM: What are you working on right now in terms of collabs?

GTA: We’re definitely doing a lot of stuff as far as on our own with our own label and stuff. We have a lot of collabs. We’ve been playing this one thing we did with this group called Fight Club which they’re actually from here. We have a couple of other ones too. A lot of club music a lot of Latin music. We have been working with a lot of Latin artists. We've had some writing camps last year and this year in Mexico and playing in Brazil and stuff. We’re working with a lot of up and coming people and it’s really exciting especially now that we’re about to launch the label. All of that was for the label and now it’s about being able to put it out and being able to show everyone.

AM: What are 3 restaurants that you guys love eating at in Miami?

GTA: In Miami? Crab Man 305 that’s our number 1! Shout out to Crab Man 305. We’ll also say that there are many many Cuban restaurants, but Sergio’s is a very good restaurant - it’s classic Miami. And then I’d say that obviously Joe’s Stone Crab is a good one – it’s a fancy one but one to go to!

IG @GoodTimesAhead

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This past Electric Zoo not only included DJ/producer NGHTMRE performing, but he had a stage for the artists on his label Gud Vibrations which he cofounded with SLANDER. We talked with him about his sound, the responsibilities of running his labels, his current tour and of course being at this year's EZoo.

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ATHLEISURE MAG: How do you define the NGHTMRE sound?

NGHTMRE: I like to just call it bass music. I try to incorporate and tempos and various styles of electronic music in my records and live shows. It’s a mixture of melodic and heavy. I focus on keeping everything high-energy!

AM: In addition to working on your music, you’re also the Co-Founder of your own label along with SLANDER. How is it juggling those responsibilities and needs?

N: It’s great actually. We have a great team helping us and it really allows us to focus on the music rather than having to worry about small details and infrastructure building. It’s only just getting started in our eyes.

AM: You’re back at EZoo and not only are you performing but you have an entire stage with Gud Vibrations artists – how did this come about and how exciting is it to have this going on this going on this year?

N: I think the Gud Vibrations label and brand in general works so well because it came about organically. Me and the Slander boys are great friends and our tastes align so well that we eventually started our own events and parties. We’re extremely grateful for Electric Zoo for inviting us to bring the Gud Vibrations energy to New York.

AM: Gud Vibrations also has its own clothing line – the Bomber Jackets are definitely something cool that we would include in a future shoot – how do you go about deciding what goes into the line and how it feeds the ethos of your label?

N: Gud Vibrations in general is an outlet for us to put out what we think is cool into the world. We don’t have any specific method to deciding what goes out, but if there’s something we particularly love or feel is cool we take our time developing it to make sure it’s exactly how we like it, then share it!

AM: Tell us about The Alchemy Tour.

N: For this tour I’m doing a b2b set with Slander for each show and this is the first time we’ve been able to bring our stage “The Atom” on the road with us! To top it off we’ve been looking up to Seven Lions and The Glitch Mob for years so to be performing alongside them is amazing!

AM: Tell us about collabs and projects that you have dropping within your music as well as things that we should know about regarding the label.

N: Earlier this year I released a record with ASAP Ferg called Redlight! He’s another person I’ve looked up to for a long time so being able to work together and create a full music video together was a special experience. I have a new track with “Zhu” called Man’s First Inhibition that just dropped and is a bit different from my other stuff. I am always collaborating on new music!

PHOTO COURTESY | aLIVE Coverage for ElectricZoo.com

AM: You’re constantly on the road going from one gig to the next. Do you have 3 things that you do prior to a gig to get in the right mindset to perform in front of your fans?

N: Nothing usually actually. I spend time in Rekordbox on my computer before each show. Its a software that allows me to plan out and organize my music a bit better so when I’m in stage it’s easier to switch things up.

AM: In addition to traveling, I’m sure you workout, what are 3 workouts that you feel are the core of your fitness routine?

N: I actually only just started doing this recently but I got a personal trailer to help me while I was home for a bit and this is my “on the road” routine.

STRETCHES | Samson Lunge, Worlds Greatest Stretch, Downdog, Frog Stretch and Pigeon | CORE WORK @ 3 Rounds | (Rotation) Russian Twist x30, (Flexion) Leg Raise x30, (Static hold) Plank 30 sec | @ 4 Rounds | Squats x40, SIT UPS x30, Push Up x20 |

IG @NGHTMRE

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ATHLEISURE LIST | BIVE

We have become fans of BIVE, which stands for Balance + Vitality, which are the two biggest principles of the brand. They want to show people that even with something that’s typically considered as indulgent as ice cream, one can still incorporate it into their diet and feel good about it. BIVE is ice cream with a purpose.

BIVE opened its doors in September 2018 but was in process long before that. Founder Carla Noboa spent over a year perfecting the initial offerings to maximize the benefits of the superfoods while still creating something delicious.

The original flavors were Boost Me Up (Passion Fruit, Collagen, Chia seeds, Coconut water and Amaranth), Soothe Me Up (Valerian root, Toasted coconut, Almond milk, Coconut cream, Dark chocolate chip and Vanilla), Pick Me Up (Dark chocolate, Coconut milk, Coconut cream, Chia seeds and Amaranth),

Keep Me Strong (Echinacea and Soursop), Keep Me Balanced (Strawberries, Goji berries and Vitamin C) and Keep Me Comfy (Peppermint, Aloe vera, Dark chocolate and Oat milk).

Carla comes from a nutrition background and wanted to find a fun way to consume superfoods. As an avid ice cream fan, she kept looking for options that could satisfy a sweet tooth and promote balance + vitality, but most of the “healthy” options available were merely cold and artificially sweet. She set out to create something new: an ice cream with a purpose that used real ingredients from Mother Earth. For her, being connected to nature and being satisfied with what you put in your body was personally fulfilling. She wanted to find a way to help others do the same.

BIVE offers seasonal flavors that currently include: Sexy Butter (Peanut Butter, Chocolate Chips, Cocoa Butter, Coconut Oil, Coconut Milk, Cashew Milk, and Maca), which is designed to enhance energy balance hormones, and improve sexual dysfunction.

The seasonal flavors tend to stick around longer than initially planned because customers love them so much! There are a bunch of ideas in the works for fall, come by the shop to see what makes the final cut.

The cones provided at BIVE come from the Konery, which hand rolls all their cones in Brooklyn. BIVE currently offers French Vanilla, Dark Chocolate, Matcha, and Lavender, but this lineup will change as new flavors are developped.

All flavors are available in pints at BIVE as well as GrubHub, Postmates, Seamless, and UberEats. They sell pre-packaged individual 4 oz portions which you can purchase in groups of 4.

For many people, ice cream is comfort food. It's a natural stress reliever by its sheer existence, but then by the time you finish, you sometimes end up feeling sluggish or depressed. BIVE believes ice cream can make you feel good emotionally and physically! They’ve worked hard to find natural and holistic ways to make ice cream an entirely positive experience.

BIVE

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NY, NY 10002

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STYLE FILES: SS20

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ULTRA ROOFTOP PARTY

It’s been a busy series of days. We went from covering Electric Zoo Evolved (which you can see in our latest issue) during Labor Day Weekend to heading straight to NYFW. On the first night of NYFW, we had to hang out at the Ultra Records party which took place at the Hudson Mercantile’s rooftop and had an array of performances throughout the night!

Last summer we hung out with Icona Pop as they were the closing musical act for Propel Fitness Lab’s event. Recently signed to Ultra Music, we enjoyed hearing, “We Got That Cool,” (which also features Afrojack and has Yves V) which reminded us of why we love having them in our playlists when we’re working out. We know that they’re working on another single that will drop this fall as well as an upcoming tour where they will be performing both DJ sets and live.

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In addition to a number of acts that hit the stage (including: Chris Malinchak, MK(Marc Kinchen) and Sofi Tukker), we enjoyed Tropical House DJ and Producer, Klingande who released his new single “Messiah” with Bright Sparks on September 13. In addition to new music that will come out with his album dropping this fall, keep an eye out for his documentary. We also loved his set being accompanied by this saxophonist which added great texture to the performance as well!

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THE PICK ME UP

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IN OUR BAG | WHEN YOU TAKE ON THE DAY

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HOW TO GET RID OF PESTS: TOP TRICKS AND TIPS

There are several different ways and tricks to get rid of pests. If you want to learn more, you should click here to learn how to get rid of pests.

Nothing ruins your luxury lifestyle faster than a pest problem in your home.

From unwashed gym gear sitting in the corner of your room to leftover quinoa salad on the kitchen counter, many things attract all sorts of pests.

Keep reading to find out how to get rid of pests without using harsh chemicals to leave your home pest-free and your conscience clear.

When to Call an Expert

Before you think about tackling your pest problem yourself, step back to assess the situation.

Firstly, some creatures need professional removal, such as wasp nests. Don't even try this yourself - just call the experts now.

Seeing lots of insects, bugs, or rodents - or witnessing a large amount of damage, such as chewed drywall - means the job is a big one. Contact a natural pest control expert to save yourself a lot of time, effort, and battles with an army of tiny critters.

How to Get Rid of Pests Without Harsh Chemicals

Toxic chemicals won't do you, pets, children, or your home environment any good. With some pests, poisonous bait can also deliver a cruel and needlessly painful exit from the world.

Follow these tips to get rid of the early signs of pests, and prevent any from casing the joint as a potential new home.

Eliminate Pooling Water 

Even the smallest critters need water to survive. Pooling water is the perfect magnet for all sorts of pests. This might be condensation collecting on your window sill, a broken gutter building water in the yard, or a leaking pipe in your basement.

Get rid of leaks, spills, and water pools in your outside areas to eliminate water sources for pests.

Clean up Crumbs and Spills Immediately

Pests only need a few crumbs to survive each day, so always clean up any spills or mess. Always clear away pet food after feeding times too.

Put food in airtight containers to stop animals chewing through or crawling into the boxes.

Seal Trash Securely

Use indoor trash cans with a lid and clear your garbage regularly.

Outside, use a can with a secure lid - ideally, metal cans work best. This is because they won't crack in the same way plastic trash cans will, and that'll deter any pests trying to break in.

Fill in External Cracks

Pests can crawl into the smallest of spaces. Inspect your home's exterior and seal, fill, or plug any holes you can see. 

You can also add door sweeps and repair any screen doors to prevent critters using these entrances to get into your home.

Burn Citronella Candles to Keep Insects Away

Citronella candles are safe to use and keep flying insects such as mosquitoes well away from your home.

Remember to never leave them unattended, however, and be careful burning candles around pets and children.

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Pests stay away from unfriendly environments. That's the golden rule: eliminate things that make critters think there are tasty treats, safe shelter, or an abundant water source that'll keep them alive in harsh conditions.

The steps above are an easy way to make your home unattractive to pests without using environmentally-damaging products.

But knowing how to get rid of pests in your home without using harsh chemicals is just one step to the eco-friendly lifestyle we all aspire to live.

From getting fit in nature to reducing your carbon footprint to showing you eco-friendly luxury beauty brands, check out our lifestyle blogs to learn more about living a beautiful life.

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NYFW SS20 | INDONESIAN DIVERSITY - JULIANTO

NYFW is always a hectic time and for the past few days, we have enjoyed seeing all the fashions that will be available during SS20. A number of shows present one designer; however, there are always those that run as a collection of designers which really allows you to maximize seeing a number of looks by multiple designers typically within the one hour showtime!

One of our favorite collective designers that we enjoy seeing season after season is Indonesian Diversity. This show included 4 designers that present their lines during NYFW. The designs within this show were diverse as some had street forward looks, others were oriented to a night out look. Today, we fell for the looks created by glam designer, Julianto at Spring Studios.

From sweet looks such as this layered and ruffled look that added shimmer to the runway to a number of rich hued looks and dramatic draping - there was visual texture throughout the looks that he presented during his portion of the show. Another key look that stuck in our mind was this dress and extended vest ensemble. Clearly, they can be worn together; however, when broken a part, this extended vest can also be worn with a tank and denim look, a sleek catsuit or a myriad of ways. The detailing on the embellished vest lends itself to enhancing whatever it’s being paired with. The two tone nature of the dress with the vest is also a nice textural play as well.

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20TH ANNUAL CITI TASTE OF TENNIS NYC 2019

PHOTOGRAPHY | Paul Farkas

Although we’re in the midst of NYFW and fresh off of releasing Athleisure Mag’s Aug Issue which has our Electric Zoo cover, SayMyName (the Godfather of Hard Trap as well as additional EDM DJ/Producers) - we’re doing a bit of backtracking as we made our way to the 20th Annual Citi Taste of Tennis NYC 2019 which took place during the US Open and was held at Cipriani 42nd St. This event celebrates tennis greats that included John Isner, Venus Williams, Serena Williams, Coco Gauff, Andy Roddick, Milan Tyson, Gaël Monfils, Daniil Medvedev, Felix Auger Aliassime, Belinda Bencic, Abi Spears, Vania King, Jamie Loeb, Monica Puig, Donna Vekic, Bethanie Mattek Sands, Kristi Ahn, Danielle Collins and more.

In addition, there were noted chefs that included Richard Blais (Juniper and Ivy), Masaharu Morimoto (Morimoto), Sujan Sarkar (Baar Baar), Edward Lee (Milkwood), Chef Bao Bao (Baoburg), Lamar Moore (The Swill Inn), Rory MacDonald (Chanson Patisserie), Kerry Heffernan (Grand Banks), Michael Han (Ortzi), Julian Medina (Toloache), Mina Newman (Sen Sakana), Cedric Tovar (Lotte NY Palace), John Stage (Dinosaur BBQ), Neil Cline (British Virgin Islands), Sani Hebaj (Dabble @ The Conrad), Mike Viola (Boars Head), Anastacia Song (American Cut). In addition, other notable athletes such as Mike Tyson were also there as well.

One of the highlights of the night included a sibling rivalry of the Williams Sisters and Chef Richard Blais as they competed onstage during this cooking competition and interestingly enough, they tied for their best dish.

In between enjoying signature dishes along with Diplomatico Rum and Zonin Prosecco, guests enjoyed dancing to DJ Mad Linx, The Rakiem Walker Band and reggae artist, Naomi Cowen.

You can see more from the event via @AthleisureMag’s Instagram account.

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NYFW SS20 | TAORAY WANG

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Wang Tao is the designer of TAORAY WANG is known as the “Queen of Suits in China” and her show included in an array of suits in mint green, black lace, embellishments and oversized sleeves. Her NYFW SS20 show included suits, dresses and fun lace pants that turned suiting on its head with the concept of ‘Wild Beauty, Intractable Myth.’

Inspired by author, Sidonie-Gabrielle Colette, the line showcased independent women who lived fearlessly during the war. She was known for living a full life that was filled with rebellion and love. She never allowed her experiences to break her spirit as she continued to further the women’s movement. Suiting is so powerful in this show as she was known for breaking the taboo of style by wearing the 3-piece lifestyle even though she was a countryside girl.

The power of the suit has been a signature within her line and is a staple in modern women’s wardrobes. Her suits do not hide the femininity of the women who wear it and continues to enhance the charm and power of the women who wear these Power Suits. Her suits merge cashmere, lace, off the shoulder elements, bowknots and more.

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ROCK THIS LOOK DURING LABOR DAY WEEKEND

As you head to the beach, resort or rooftop, we suggest this attire.

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ATHLEISURE MAG | #44 AUG 2019

The latest issue of Athleisure Mag dropped as we headed to Randall’s Island for Electric Zoo Evolved which had a number of acclaimed EDM DJ/producers that performed throughout Labor Day Weekend. This month’s cover is the Godfather of Hard Trap, SayMyName. In addition, we have an interview with Danielle Collins, professional tennis player and jewelry designer who shared what her season has been like, the US Open and her jewelry line. We sat down with Celebrity Hypnotherapist, Kimberly Friedman who talks about the power and the importance of the subconscious. We also talked with beauty trailblazer, Bobbi Brown from being a makeup artist to celebrity makeup artist, beauty entrepreneur and currently being a hotelier for The George in Montclair, New Jersey.

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6 LUXURY VILLAS IN THE BAHAMAS THAT CELEBRITIES LOVE

Ever since I was a little kid, I’ve wanted to know what it was like to live like a celebrity; fancy clothes, fancy friends, fancy houses! It all seems so glamorous and fun! But as I got older, I realized there is a dark side to fame; no privacy, public secrets, fake friends.  Being famous doesn’t mean you get everything you want; it only means you get whatever money can buy.  I’ve always thought, there must be a happy medium; the best of both worlds.

I’ve finally been able to find it, and it was in the Bahamas the whole time! There’s an island in the Bahamas that gets visited regularly by celebrities like Tyra Banks, Jennifer Anniston, and Cameron Diaz and so many more.  The island, called Harbour Island, resides six different luxury villas that offer privacy, style, and pink sand beaches for days! More than worth the expense, below are 6 Bahamas luxury villas that celebrities love:

1. King’s View

This gorgeous villa is more than you’ll ever need with 8 bedrooms, 9.5 bathrooms, a private pool, and its very own beach.  You can live like a star, feeling safe and secure, knowing no one will be able to disrupt your luscious vacation.  It holds up to 18 guests, has its own games room, barbeque, outdoor kitchen, and even an exercise room so you can keep up with that beautiful beach bod.   This is the perfect place for a couple’s retreat, family gathering, or just an amazing party with friends and loved ones!

1. Frangipani

This villa is a little bit more intimate but just as beautiful.  Surrounded by beautiful gardens, private pools, and gorgeous views; you can’t get more romantic than this.  Each bedroom has private bathrooms and king-sized beds and of course, elegant and relaxing atmospheres.  This would be the perfect spot for a honeymoon or have a romantic getaway with your partner.  No doubt this is where you’d find celebrities sneaking off with their lovers for a private, romantic vacation.

1. Banyan Tree

This amazing villa is a personal favorite of mine! With its rustic décor, private pool, and stone showers (the size of a full bedroom), it has a main house & guest house on site.  The main house offers three bedrooms, while the guest has one, and are connected by a gorgeous courthouse to make you feel connected.  These cozy get-aways feel like home but aren’t small. The landscaping, alone, will make you feel like royalty!

1. Providence House

This two-bedroom (four guests) house is the classic throwback to the “Old Bahamas”. It has simple décor with an elegant feel.  Each bedroom has direct access to the private pool, so you don’t even need to leave your bedroom before getting that morning swim in.  Although it’s on the smaller side, this place offers a simpler and more modest feel for those that aren’t interested in the luxurious lifestyle.  You can feel right at home while enjoying all the benefits of the Bahama's dream!

1. Rosalita Bahamas

It’s almost hard to describe the beauty of this villa without seeing them jaw-dropping pictures.  It is located on a very private strip of beach with pink sands and clear seas.  This stunning vacation spot offers 6 bedrooms, 7.5 bathrooms, a fully equipped kitchen and an indoor and outdoor dining area.  The private pool is surrounded by lounge areas and even has its own bar set up.  You cannot go wrong living like a celebrity in this spot! No one will ever even know you’re there; cars are forbidden, and the privacy is strict.  Check this place out for the ultimate getaway and luxurious vacation.

1. Sea Siren

Private beaches, pools, and cottages; this villa is everything you need and is worth checking out.  It ranges in the mid-price point of all the listed vacation spots but offers almost everything of the most expensive.  The privacy and elegance are top-notch and will allow for an intimate group gathering that feels like an upgraded home away from home.  It sits on a raised hill, offering incredible ocean views and a quick trip down the romantic stairway to jump into the ocean water. 

These luxury villas are incredible and provide just the right amount of privacy for you and your loved ones.  Did I mention that they all come with their own housekeeper and gardener? Because no one wants to clean while they’re living their celebrity fantasy. If you’re craving that “kick-back”, relaxed vibe, this is where you need to look.  You’ll be feeling like a king or queen with these private beaches, warm sun, and romantic atmospheres, all while doing whatever you want when you want; because that’s exactly what you’ll be doing at any one of these amazing Bahamas luxury villas.

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PLAYING TOP RATED SLOT GAMES IN 2019

Slot games are big business for all of us in 2019, beloved by gaming fans across the globe, there are some which are worth their weight in gold, more so than others.

Back in the day, slots were played on machines wherever you could find one to get your hands on, and these were known most famously as fruit machines due to the history of the slot machine - once they gave out fruits instead of money in order to get around laws prohibiting them.

But now, slots are played online from top 10 slot games site, bringing delight and big wins to players from the comfort of their own homes, they’re more flexible than ever too, available to download, most of the time for free, on Android and iOS for on the go gaming. 

About slot gaming

Slot games are coming in thick and fast this 2019, with variations around multiple themes: you name it they’ve got it.

Slots are themed around books, movies, cartoons, eras, other games, TV programmes, entire games around characters or celebrities… the list goes on!

Slots are a classic casino game and are highly rated by players all around the world, played and beloved by celebrities and regular joes alike.

There are three types to get to grips with - the classic slot, multi line slot and the 3D slot. Classic slots closely resemble the originals, and were the first types of slot games to ever go online, great for playing if you want that retro vibe.

Multi line and 3D slots are the more popular and modern gaming choices though, with players enjoying these more than other types of casino games found online due to the fun anticipation and sense of excitement when you get a win, plus these are the games usually themed.

Multi line slots have increased pay lines too, so that gives players more chances to win big and so of course many prefer these to the classic games.

3D slots are the final generation of slot gaming, and the most modern. These are a bit more entertaining too as they are in 3D gaming mode.

Best slot games to choose to play with in 2019

Gem rocks is a fantastic 3D slot to play in 2019, with a unique layout which allows for six reel play instead of five, and there is around 4,096 ways to win, and you can do so from just 10p.

Second we have Big Bad Wolf, themed around the three little pigs story, there’s 25 pay lines over five reels and you can play in two game modes.

Then we have the unique slot game Cluster Pays. To get a cluster, a symbol has to be in line horizontally or vertically with the same symbol. Land on more than nine and you’ll be rewarded with a prize.

Three Genie Wishes is also great, it’s got five reels, and for anybody who goes inside the genie’s lair, there’s a 50 fixed pay line slot.

Or turn up the heat with Chilli Heat slot, just place a bet of 25p and you can win a big Mexican fiesta of cash.
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WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT HOME OWNERSHIP

At some point, you begin to think about areas of adulting that include whether you will be buying a home whether it’s solo, with your significant other or even a group of people. Whether it’s a primary home or a vacation one, it’s important to know what you should be thinking about - especially when it’s your first home. We took some time to chat with Farnoosh Torabi to find out about owning vs renting, what the myths are, if the time of year has an impact when you start this journey and more.

ATHLEISURE MAG: What are the benefits to owning your own home versus renting? 

FARNOOSH TORABI: Homeowners enjoy the benefits of typically more privacy and stability in that they don't have to answer to a landlord and experience the risk of sudden increases in rent. With a fixed-rate mortgage, home owners know what their monthly payments will be each month. They may also be able to deduct their property tax and mortgage interest (both up to a point) from taxable income, which can yield savings. Finally, over the long run and on average, home prices have historically appreciated in the U.S., so some homeowners are able to increase their equity and build wealth over time.

AM: When is the right time to begin thinking about buying your own home? 

FT: The right time is really subjective. And should be based on your financial and emotional readiness to become a homeowner. Some people start to think about buying a home when they want to settle into a city or town for many years. Other times it's when they want to start growing a family. It really depends on your life stage, goals and overall readiness to take on the responsibilities of being a homeowner.

AM: What are the myths involved in home ownership that may keep people away from doing so initially? 

FT: We often hear how complex the home buying process can be and, as a result, this belief can create a lot of early stage overwhelm for people who are interested in becoming home owners. They may push it off, fearful of their ability to navigate the process and making good decisions. That's where an experienced real estate agent can truly be of value. 

I've partnered with Realogy, the company behind household real estate names like Century 21 and Coldwell Banker in their recent rollout of a new homebuying program called TurnKey. TurnKey is a new homebuying program from Realogy and Amazon that makes the experience of finding and settling into a home easier and more rewarding, by aiming to simplify the home buying process and offer savings benefits to buyers. Go to Amazon.com/TurnKey where interested buyers can sign up for the program, and after answering a few easy questions, will be connected to a top-rated real estate agent over the phone. Homebuyers who close on a home through a TurnKey agent can receive complimentary Amazon Move-In Benefits, including $1,000 to $5,000 of smart home products and Amazon Home Services, things like deep cleaning and hanging up a heavy flat screen TV. This makes the process of settling into a home even easier.

AM: For those that are single and are looking to purchase their own home, are there things that they should be aware of that may differ from those that are couples purchasing a home? 

FT: I'm not sure there are really any big differences, but I can say that when I was single and bought my first home, I wasn't as concerned about the home being my 'forever' home, a place where I'd live for decades and raise my family. The size and location of the home was less important to me, as was the resale potential (since I knew this wouldn't be a long-term residence). I made sure to buy in an up and coming neighborhood. Years later, when my husband and I were deciding on our first home purchase together, we did take into consideration how well we could 'grow into' a home, if and when we decided to have children. Location was extremely important to us - more for the fact that we wanted to be near good schools.

AM: What should first time homeowners consider when it comes to buying a home and should they also be thinking about items that involve selling their home? 

FT: I think that first-time buyers want to be financially and mentally prepared for the realities of being a home owner. It can be a big financial undertaking - as well as a big lifestyle change. You'll have to be accountable for repairs and upkeep, whereas if you rented, your landlord would handle the maintenance issues. You have to ask yourself: Is being a homeowner really a fit for my current lifestyle? If you're someone who wants to travel for your job or not be tied down to a location, then homeownership probably isn't the best move for you right now.

AM: Why is now a good time to buy a home as many people think that Spring is the perfect time of year. 

FT: The spring is typically the busiest time of year for home sales, but that just means that if you buy in the "off-season'' you'll have less competition and face potentially fewer bidding wars.  

AM: How can buyers negotiate the best deal and what resources can assist these efforts? 

FT: Having an experienced real estate agent represent you during the buying process can be critical to your success in securing your dream home at the best possible price. It is also important to already be pre-approved for a loan so that sellers know you are a qualified candidate to close on the deal. And the more cash you have to put down as a down payment, the more attractive you'll be to sellers.

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