In anticipation of my upcoming surf trip to Nicaragua and Costa Rica, I’ve had health and fitness on the brain. While I’ve ramped up my workouts, I was curious about what healthy, energy-boosting food I should be putting in my body, so I tapped Melissa Schollaert, a Holistic Health & Nutrition Counselor and founder of Real Nutritious Living. She put together an entire day’s meal plan packed with delicious vegan and raw recipes. I’ve been sipping the smoothie every day for […]
Posts categorized: Fitness
I like to think I lead a pretty active, healthy lifestyle. I eat right (most of the time) and I workout regularly. Whether it’s running on the beach, swimming, practicing yoga or Pilates, I always feel better if I get an exercise in. However, when it comes to travel, my regular routine seems to fall by the wayside. I rarely make time for a dedicated workout and I tend to indulge a little more in meals out. I don’t have […]
Apr 21
2014
2014
Private Yoga & A 5-Star Spa
A private yoga class has always sounded like something reserved for the stars. (Maybe I’ve watched a few too many episodes of E! News over the years with reports of Gwyneth Paltrow and Madonna’s private yoga instructors whipping them into immaculate shape.) It’s not that it sounded unattainable, but perhaps unnecessary. I’ve enjoyed a solid group class practice for over a decade now and I’ve always managed to find studios and teachers just right for me in every city I’ve […]
One of the reasons I’ve loved living in South Florida for the better part of the last seven years is the beauty in the sky–the spectrum of colors that wash across it, thanks to the sunset, sunrise, a thunder storm, cloud formations, the full moon (or just a sliver); its reflection dancing upon the water. The sky in Miami has a way of continually catching you off guard and awestruck by the beautiful, unexpected ways that it changes. I took […]
What’s the best way to experience the Golden Gate Bridge? Take a bike ride across it. With stunning views of the San Francisco Bay and the skyline, the picturesque towns and spectacular views of Marin County await on the other side. A 24-hour bike rental at Blazing Saddles starts at $32 per person and includes a map with self-guided tour options and a ferry ticket back to Frisco. Bonus, you’ll get your harbor tour in, too. You’ll quickly realize that […]
Feb 3
2013
2013
Daily Dose: Green Monkey, Miami Beach
When it comes to getting your zen on in South Beach, look no further than Green Monkey on Purdy Avenue. The clean, bright studio is a favorite amongst the beach’s beautiful yogis practicing sun salutations, warrior sequences, and handstands. The atmosphere is friendly and communal with a powerhouse roster of teachers who are creative, thoughtful, and rigorous, each offering unique insights into the practice. Paul Toliuszis’ power yoga classes are perennially packed with devoted acolytes prepared for a fast-paced, sweat-soaked […]
Jan 30
2013
2013
Daily Dose: Liberation Yoga, Los Angeles
Take advantage of Liberation Yoga’s free first class policy and attend a popular sunset vinyasa in the studio’s outdoor garden. Owner Christine Burke has quite a following amongst L.A. yogis, and she teaches a class that’s both rigorous and thoughtful, allowing you to deepen your poses as you flow. The studio offers classes for all levels, as well as a regular calendar of workshops and events. With a mission “to promote health, peace, and freedom,” it’s also a destination for […]
Jan 1
2013
2013
Daily Dose: Latés Pilates, Pittsburgh
Are you in search of that signature Pilates body? Long, limber legs, lean, strong arms, a toned, flat belly, and an overall feeling of well-being and flexibility. Then, you’re going to need an excellent instructor. Look no further than Krista Schollaert’s LatĂ©s Pilates Studio in the heart of Fox Chapel. With a background in modern dance, Schollaert was trained at New York City’s Core Pilates. Her Pittsburgh studio is fully equipped with Balance Body Reformer/Tower units and specializes in private, duet, […]
