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Not happy with your virtual studio experience for guests? You're not alone. The virtual studio can't quite capture the experience created in your studio, but that doesn't mean it has to be dull either. But where most studio owners and managers get tripped up is focusing on the wrong things.

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Fitgrid, which bridges Mindbody and Zoom to make live streaming seamless for everyone, gives studios the certainty that students will never miss a class link and be able to provide feedback about what worked and what didn’t to keep improving.

Here are eight ways you can improve your virtual class experience from Fitgrid CEO Nt Etuk.

• Encourage students to invite friends to class
• Use Zoom’s advanced sound sharing controls to ensure high quality if using music in class
• Have a savvy team member available to help members with tech support issues for the 30 minutes before class

• Have the instructor/staff reach out to participants after class to create personal connections, i.e. send follow-up emails through FitGrid to thank them for attending.
• Encourage clients to put their favorite classes in their calendars and emphasize the importance of carving out a routine. Not having to travel to the studio makes classes more accessible, but it also makes it harder to create a routine and habit of attending regularly.

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• To connect with members from home, encourage instructors to emphasize interpersonal interactions during class by addressing participants by name, giving “virtual assists” to suggest adjustments on form, and praising the class on a job well done.
• Emulate the outstanding in-house experience that clients have come to expect from the studio by having instructors host their live-stream classes from the studio, to minimize distractions in the background and maintain the feeling of being in the studio.

Can’t find any exercise equipment in stores or online? No problem, here are five household items that you can use instead of fitness equipment.

*RELATED 4 Bodyweight Leg Workouts You Can Do Anywhere

1. Gliders

Want to hit your favorite Pilates or sculpting class and you don’t have gliders? No sweat, you can use two towels on the floor. If you have carpet, you can use Ziplock bags or paper plates. If you’re taking your workouts outside on concrete, go grab a pair of skates or even a skateboard, the wheels will help you glide.

2. Weights

Want to lift with dumbbells or kettlebells but they are sold out across the board? Another simple fix, use your laundry detergent. If it’s not heavy enough, you can use a backpack and fill it with books or heavy items. For those mini dumbbell classes, check out your kitchen. You can use cans or water bottles. Truly, anything can be used as a weight these days, you just have to step out of the box to get creative.

3. Resistance bands

Alright, this one takes the cake for extra creativity: stockings or tights. You can double wrap them around your legs to make a booty band. Or you can hold each end to keep them long and use as extra resistance.

4. TRX

You want to practice suspension training? I got you covered. There are two options but just be sure you follow the steps properly. You will need either a towel or a sheet, try to pick something thin. Grab the top two corners of the sheet/towel and bring them together, thus folding it sideways. Now the sheet/towel should be long, make a knot in the middle of it. Place the knot part on top of the door on the other side. You must completely shut the door, with the towel/sheet hooked at the top. Pull on it a few times to make sure its secure, once it is, get after it.  

5. Bodyweight

Last but not least, use your own body! There are so many benefits to training just bodyweight. Some of the hardest workouts require no props at all. You can always mix up your bodyweight routine by playing around with different formats. For example, you can focus on plyometrics, isometrics, or even tempo. Our body can do so much more than what we think it can, we just have to start using it.

All in all, you don’t need exercise equipment to get in akiller sweat. You have all the tools that you need right at home, just use somecreativity. With that being said, I hope this helps you crush those workouts athome. Remember, stay consistent and stay positive! #beastmodeON

2020 has been the year of CBD ... and for a good reason. CBD, short for Cannabidiol, can work wonders for your body. There are new brands and new products popping up each day and it can be tough to sort through the masses.

We’ve broken down the different products offered by Resilience CBD to help you determine which are best for you and your specific needs.

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Resilience’s line of CBD products is designed specifically for advanced fitness recovery. Everyone loves a great sweat that leaves you sore the next day, but recovery is actually just as important as your training. Check this blog to learn more about the importance of recovery.

Whether you’re looking to sleep through the night, relieve your knee pain or train for a 5K, Resilence’s CBD products are designed to help you feel and perform at your very best. Below is a breakdown of their CBD topicals, oils, gummies, and bath bombs to help you get a sense of what exactly you may need.

QUICK FACTS

Before we dive into thedifferent CBD products and which is best, here’s a quick rundown of how CBDworks with your body. You have an Endocannabinoid System (ECS) that naturallyproduces endocannabinoids (“endo” means created within). These endocannabinoidswork with your nervous system and send messages to cells that work with yourbody to regulate eating and sleeping patterns, mood, cognitive functions, andinflammation levels. When you take CBD, you’re supplementing your body’snatural endocannabinoids to further promote balance throughout the body. 

*RELATED 5 CBD Myths You Should Know

INGESTIBLES (Oils orGummies)

CBD ingestibles are best for a full-body recovery. When you ingest CBD (like Resilience Oils or Gummies), the CBD actually enters the bloodstream. This means the CBD is able to work with your body’s full internal systems rather than just a localized area. Because of this, ingestibles are best if you’re looking for improved sleep, cognitive functions, inflammation responses, or reduced anxiety.

It’s important to note that consistency is key with ingestibles. You won’t notice the effects of ingestibles until you’ve taken it consecutively for at least a few days, so you’re able to build up the number of cannabinoid receptors in your body.

Resilience CBD oils are made with only four ingredients each. They’re free of sugar and contain MCT oil as an added benefit, which supports cognitive function and heart health.

Resilience CBD Gummies are the perfect way to “treat” yourself to CBD. The all-natural gummies provide the same benefits as CBD oil but are designed for convenience.

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CBD TOPICALS 

TARGETED PAIN RELIEF! Ifyou’re extremely active, or experience aches and pains, CBD topicals are foryou. When you think topicals, think instant, localized recovery. The maindifference between CBD topicals and CBD ingestibles is that topicals don’tenter the bloodstream. They work with local cannabinoid receptors to relievepain in that specific area. Resilience has two different topicals that aregreat depending on your needs: 

Sports Cream: This is their signature product designed for maximum pain relief. It contains Arnica, menthol, Shea butter, Aloe vera, and coconut oil. This is perfect if you have pain points, past injuries, or sore spots that bother you.

Body Lotion: Resilience’s CBD Body Lotion is heavenly. Made with lemongrass, Shea butter, Aloe vera, and coconut oil, this is designed for day-to-day aches and pains.

BATH BOMBS 

CBD bath bombs deserve their own category. Not only are they extremely relaxing and detoxing, but they are fantastic for post-workout recovery. Resilience CBD bath bombs are 100% free of any artificial fragrances, dyes, or preservatives and will leave your skin feeling oh-so-soft. Here are their two different options:

Recover: This bath bomb is your best friend if you’re active and looking for a way to wind down after a workout or before bed. It contains Eucalyptus oil, menthol and peppermint oil -- all of which are natural anti-inflammatories great for soothing physical aches and pains. You’ll sleep like a champ after a Recover bath.

Revive: This is best if you’re looking for an uplifting, yet relaxing bath. It contains orange and lemon essential oils that help to promote focus and boost your mood while relaxing your mind and body. It also contains spearmint essential oil which works with the CBD to reduce inflammation and relieve pain.

Resilience CBD products are the perfect place to start your CBD journey, especially if you’re an active person. They use only the most premium ingredients, third-party lab test all their products (and have QR codes on their boxes so you can check out the lab reports for yourself). If you’re interested in shopping or learning more, check them out here!

UNKNWN, the Miami-based retail destination and culture creator within the worlds of art, fashion, sports, and music, has unveiled renderings of the space ahead of their December 5th opening.

John Maragaritis, the multi-faceted artist and designer behind New York Sunshine, led the design of the new location in collaboration with UNKNWN founders LeBron James, Jaron Kanfer, and Frankie Walker Jr. 

*RELATED UNKNWN WYNWOOD Announces December 2019 Opening

Designed to provide a unique shopping experience that reflects the lifestyle and wardrobe of the co-founders, UNKNWN Wynwood will have 175 feet of shelving with a capacity to display 175 sneakers, along with:

• Custom water feature designed by New York Sunshine
• 20+ Custom dyed shelving and displays created by New York Sunshine
• 200+ feet of mural wall space for art creations and artist expressions
• 5000+ lbs of concrete, 5300+ lbs of water, and 85+ cubic feet of water

But creating an incredible physical retail experience is not all UNKNWN Wynwood is after. To coincide with its retail opening UNKNWN will re-launch its e-commerce website to integrate local events, global shopping features, limited edition products, and anti-bot processes for coveted releases

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If that wasn't enough, unique amenities will enhance the experience making it a must-visit in Wynwood:

• Indoor built-in photo studio, custom photography equipment, and prop house
• Personal shopping by appointment
• Concept courtyard space for ongoing community events and hub for global visitors
• Mural installations by world-renowned artists
• UNKNWN App for event sign-up information and shopping

Technology has already revolutionized our day to day lives and nowit is permeating the fitness world as well. There are more ways than everbefore to hack your training routine or weight-loss journey using technology.Everything is able to be more personalized and more real-time, meaning thatthere are more options to stay in shape, stay accountable, and actually enjoyit.

At the Miami FIBO Fitness Festival, we saw everything, from devices that helped you plan what to eat that day based on your metabolism, to new fun ways to workout.

*RELATED 5 Workouts We Tried at the Miami FIBO Fitness Festival

Whether you’re a trainer, a gym owner or someone just trying to get in a good workout, here are five companies we found at the Miami FIBO Fitness Festival that are changing the way we use technology to workout

Lumen

Lumen is a small hand-held device that allows you to quickly measurethe CO2 concentration in a single breath and understand whether your body isusing fats or carbs for fuel in real-time. Using this data, users can plantheir day around their metabolism and get daily personalized meal plans andactionable insights within the Lumen app. Users can choose to share their datawith their trainer as well to provide more accountability in reaching theirfitness goals. 

Jawku

As recovery continues to be an important component of the fitness conversation, massage tools have invaded the market. The Jawku Muscle Blaster is a new percussion massage gun to help ease muscles for rapid recovery or to activate muscles pre-workout. It is quieter than the other massage tools on the market and has five variable speed settings and four massage heads for customizable recovery.

Mio

The mioPOD is Mio’s newest wearable heart rate performancetracker. It works in real-time to guide you towards the right exerciseintensity based on your personal training goals and connects to an app toprovide heart rate zones and exercise history. It is more consistent than yourwrist-based heart rate monitor and provides a lot of additional traininginsights.

XBody

Electric Muscle Stimulation workout is a shockingly efficient way to get the results of a 90-minute workout in just 20 minutes. The muscles are forced to contract via electrical stimulation so you get a full-body workout while relieving your joints, balancing your muscles, and improving your posture. While the workout is nothing like a typical trip to the gym, the convenience and the totality of EMS is helping it grow in popularity.

BlazePod

Train with BlazePod for Flash Reflex Training. These versatilelighting pods can be used for various fitness tests and drills, all controlledby the BlazePod app. Have the ability to compete against friends and track yourperformance with details including time between taps, miss-hit, and more. As atrainer, these Pods can even be used for rehabilitation and physical therapyexercises or cognitive treatment.

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CBD has taken off this year as a health and wellness tool. It hasseveral health benefits, but there’s one key community who can also greatlybenefit from it: athletes. CBD is an overlooked and underutilized resource foractive people looking to hit new fitness goals and improve their overallwellness. 

We all know the feeling after leg day where you feel like you’re going to fall down the gym stairs because your legs feel like jelly. Or where you push it so hard during treadmill sprints that you take three days off the gym. The pain stops progress, and Resilience, a CBD brand specifically for athletes, is designed to stop that pain so you can crush your goals. 

Resilience has a full line of CBD products, but they recentlyreleased their CBD gummies which have been all the rage, and for a good reason.These sweet CBD treats are unparalleled when it comes to quality, taste, andeffectiveness. 

CBD 101 

CBD is one of over 100 compounds found in the hemp plant (not to be confused with marijuana, which is a completely separate plant). CBD is known for its powerful, all-natural therapeutic effects that promote overall wellness.

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You have an endocannabinoid system (ECS) in your body that actually already produces cannabinoids. These cannabinoids work with your internal systems to regulate stress, inflammation, cognitive functions, as well as eating and sleeping patterns. When you take CBD, you’re supplementing your body’s naturally occurring cannabinoids and providing additional balance throughout the body.

Let’s Talk Resilience CBD Gummies

Resilience CBDgummies should be every active person’s best friend. They’re the perfectmix of relaxation and recovery. Made with Resilience Broad Spectrum CBD oil,they include all the beneficial phytonutrients of the hemp plant, except THC (inshort, no - they absolutely will not produce any type of high).

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Here are a few reasons to give this awesome health tool atry: 

• They Advance Fitness Recovery - this is the main focus of Resilience products. When you exercise, you’re literally tearing your body down. Small tears form in your muscles which cause soreness. CBD is a natural pain reliever that attacks inflammation and physical tension.
• They are Convenient and Portable - the main benefit of the CBD Gummies over Resilience’s other CBD products is convenience. You can take one of two gummies with you on the go, or throw a small size in your gym bag, desk drawer, or purse for whenever you’re feeling any mental or physical tension. 
• They Improve Sleep - the number of adults who get less than six hours of sleep has increased by 31% since 1985. The Resilience CBD Gummies will help to regulate your sleeping patterns so you’re able to fall asleep, stay asleep, and wake up feeling more refreshed. 
• They Taste Great - there are many ingestibles on the market that attempt to mask the taste of the CBD with artificial flavors. Resilience CBD gummies are flavored with fresh lemon, grape, and orange fruit juices as well as a hint of sugar that provides a refreshing taste that’s good for your body.

*RELATED 5 CBD Myths You Should Know

To celebrate the release of the Resilience CBD gummies, STAY FIT305 readers can use STAYFIT15 at checkout for 15% off your purchase ofany package of gummies. Coupon good through Oct. 15th. Click here to shop their CBDgummies.

UNKNWN, the Miami-based retaildestination and culture creator within the worlds of art, fashion, sports, andmusic, has announced the opening of UNKNWN WYNWOOD in December 2019.

Co-founded by LeBron James, Jaron Kanfer, andFrankie Walker Jr., the company was built with the objective to reinvent shoppingby connecting brands to consumers through experiences and curatedproducts. 

Opening its first store in 2011, UNKNWN offers an authentic assortment of covetable sneakers, collectible items, contemporary ready-to-wear, and designer apparel. 

Now,the 10,000 square foot space set to open during Art Basel, will become UNKNWN’sofficial flagship retail location.

Locatedacross from the Wynwood Walls, UNKWN WYNWOOD will be an experiential venue for sporting andlifestyle events for the Miami community and global travelers, in addition tooffering the lifestyle and wardrobe of the co-founders.

UNKNWN WYNWOOD will also feature an indoorbuilt-in photo studio, custom photography equipment, and prop house.

Each day, there’s a new CBD product on the market. Whetherit’s in patch, lotion, drink or oil form, CBD is sweeping the nation... but isit worth the hype? And more importantly, should you be joining in?

First Things First

Let’s take a few steps back. CBD is short for cannabidiol.It’s one of 100 other cannabinoids found in the hemp plant. Not to be confusedwith its cousin, marijuana, hemp is a completely separate plant used for anarray of medicinal, commercial, and industrial purposes. It is extremely highin CBD and low in THC, meaning it will not get you high. There is agrowing body of research behind its powerful benefits for anyone looking toimprove their health and wellness.

How it Works

Did you know you already have naturally-occurring cannabinoids and an endocannabinoid system in your body? These cannabinoids work with your nervous system to regulate many of your internal systems. When you take CBD, it helps to supplement your cannabinoids and further promote balance throughout the body. Some main benefits of CBD include reduced stress and anxiety, improved eating and sleeping patterns, and mood regulation.

For the Fit

In terms of fitness specifically, CBD is emerging as acomplete game changer. It addresses one of the most overlooked aspects offitness performance: Recovery.

When you exercise, you’re actually breaking your body down,and need to recover in order to keep progressing. Matt Pippen, Strength andMobility coach for professional and collegiate athletes, lives by the idea thatif you recover more today, you’re able to train harder and longer, with areduced chance of injuries tomorrow.

So where does CBD come into all this? It hasanti-inflammatory properties that work to fight pain and inflammation responsesthroughout the body. By jumping on the CBD train, you’ll be giving yourself anautomatic edge over the competition.

The best, to Fuel Your Best.

As we mentioned above, there are new CBD products and brands emerging each day. Resilience CBD is a premium line of CBD products designed specifically for athlete recovery. Their entire product line was built to accelerate post-workout recovery and reduce stress on the body. Resilience CBD products are designed to help you:

• Bounce Back from Soreness - Are you recovering sufficiently after your workouts? As you exercise, tiny tears are created in your muscles which causes the soreness you feel. In order to rebuild your muscles, you need to allow your body to recover. CBD helps to support and accelerate that recovery process so you can get back to doing what you love, quicker.

• Advanced Pain Relief - This one goes hand-in-hand with recovery, of course. On top of soreness, CBD can help with chronic pain points throughout the body like joint and nerve pain that would typically require painkillers. CBD offers an all-natural solution that doesn’t require wallet draining steroid shots, liver-damaging aspirin, or other lengths people go to mitigate pain.

• Reduced Stress and Anxiety - This one is huge in fitness, especially if you’re a competitive athlete. Getting rid of that race-day, game-day, or fight-night jitters is essential to performance. CBD allows you to relax, relieve mental and physical tension and boosts focus.

• Improved Sleep - This is huge for fitness. Resilience actually has a great blog on why sleep is your secret weapon. When you don’t hit that eight-hour mark, your reaction time, motor function, recovery, risk of injuries, memory loss, and focus are all impacted. The list could continue, but I think we’ve all experienced at least one of the above after a sleepless night. CBD has been found to improve insomnia, overall sleep quality, duration, and helps you wake up feeling refreshed. Its calming properties can also help you in falling asleep.  

So whether you have aches and pains, anxiety, troublesleeping, or just looking for that extra 10%, CBD may be worth a shot.

Prince, the leadingAmerican-born global tennis brand, announces a strategic partnership withDavid Grutman, Founder of Miami based Groot Hospitality, to bring hisinfluence to the brand’s creative direction and collaborations.

The first collaboration that Grutman brings to Prince is UNKNWN, the fashion sport and street style retailer, who will introduce a limited-edition tennis inspired clothing capsule. The collection, Prince x UNKNWN, will debut during the 2019 Miami Open. This partnership comes from Authentic Brands Group (ABG), a global brand owner, marketing and entertainment company with a portfolio of iconic brands that includes Prince Tennis.

“We are excited to be launching Prince Off-Court with such a strong partner like David Grutman,” said Matt Salter, Senior Director of Brand Collaborations at ABG. “With the popularity of tennis and the rise of streetwear fashion, the launch of Prince x UNKNWN is a great addition to the growth of the brand. It has been a pleasure working with UNKNWN, who’s reputation and execution have earned them the distinction as the exclusive Miami retailer for top tier brands.”

“When you distill the style of Miami, there are elements of it that generate from the tennis courts of Florida,” says UNKNWN co-founder and CEO Jaron Kanfer. “Even in earlier eras of Miami culture, the sound of a Prince ball hitting the hard court was the drumbeat of the town. Classic “On the Court” style is bouncing back into fashion for both genders especially with the brands that have significant impact on the sporting world. With the Miami Open as a background, we are thrilled to partner with a great icon of tennis on this exciting new collection. As part of the collaboration, we've added our signature touch to Prince’s classic graphics which include an exclusive racquet that speaks to the electricity of our city and timelessness of the game."

The Prince x UNKNWN collection offers a mix of unisex t-shirts, hoodies, and bottoms, and pays homage to the brand’s tennis roots with a single racquet in classic tennis colors infused with pops of white, mint green, black and coral. Topping off the assortment, an all-white tennis skirt and crop top for women will debut.

“Prince is an iconic brand that I’ve been a fan of for many years,” said David Grutman. “I look forward to partnering on next level opportunities, the first being Prince x UNKNWN debuting in Miami. We have awesome projects in the works that we can’t wait to announce – stay tuned.”

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The collection launched at the UNKNWN store in the Aventura Mall on Saturday, March 23rd and online at www.UNKNWN.com and www.PrinceOffCourt.com.

Whether you’re visiting Miami or are local, shop the best coffee shops, retail stores, restaurants and food trucks with Apple Pay in Coconut Grove and South Miami. It’s easy and secure.

Enjoy exclusive offers when you pay with Apple Pay from March 15-17.

Coconut Grove

• Panther Coffee
• Bianco Gelato
• Bonobos
• Catch A Wave Surf & Skate Shop
• Flow Running Shop
• Present Bakery
• Terry Jacobs Makeup Studio

South Miami

• Spris Artisan Pizza
• Chiquita Chic
• Earth
• Hair Studio + Nail Spa
• NaturHouse
• Azul

If you already have Apple Pay on your iPhone, great! If not, you can easily set it up yourself:

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Whether you’re visiting Miami or are local, shop the best coffee shops, retail stores, restaurants and food trucks with Apple Pay in Wynwood and the Miami Design District. It’s easy and secure.

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• Santo Dulce Churro @ Wynwood Yard
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• Mister Block Café @ Wynwood
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If you already have Apple Pay on your iPhone,great! If not, you can easily set it up yourself:

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Imagine if every yoga pose was supported by your clothing. Imagine what you could accomplish if physics, engineering, and spirituality came together to give you perfect balance.After practicing yoga for 14 years, with a stint as a studio owner, Carla Berkowitz is trying to disrupt the athleisure market with her take on what yoga clothes should be like.“It’s like having a yoga teacher in your clothing” says Berkowtiz, who noticed a problem amongst new students and experienced practitioners alike.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5rd6l-DtXooNo matter how advanced or basic students were when practicing yoga, there was the same core problem – they used brute force to balance, instead of just intuition and following a simple method.Berkowtiz went straight to the drawing board and engineered the utility and balance right into the clothing. The result is Perfect Balance World, her collection of yoga clothes thoughtfully designed to teach you yoga, using the placement of rubberized landmarks on the clothing.“It lets you enjoy the pose. Its not magic. It’s not going to do the pose for you,” says Berkowtiz. “But it builds muscle memory, so if you’re not wearing the clothes one day, you’ll remember where your foot is not supposed to be, and where you arm should be. It’s called the Perfect Balance Method.”

So how are the clothes? Stylish and sleek like they were crafted in a physics lab. The jet black collection features leggings, leg warmers, capris, a shrug, headband, slides, and top.The signature DNA Leggings sport a polyester/spandex blend, that creates a soft, silky and stretchable feel, perfect for yoga, pilates, and barre. The physics-based, rubberized landmarks, help Yogis hold their pose, and for a cool $59, are an affordable option you should consider.For more information on the Perfect Balance World collection, visit www.perfectbalance.com.

Allison Santini, well known for leading sweat filled spin classes at SoulCycle, has found balance and relaxation through her own line of essential oils. Santini suffers from chronic fatigue often feeling drained emotionally and physically. She turned to more holistic forms of medicine to find ways to recharge and become #SantiniStrong.“From my job working out all day I had to learn how to protect myself from the ups and downs. I started trying different things such as essential oils, blending different ones I was using together and noticed they were much more powerful,” says Santini.Instead of using multiple oils to create the desired effect she wanted, Santini created her “Balance” essential oil blends. In collaboration with Monica Redondo, founder of Wholistic Oils, Lit, Chill, and Love oils are all you need to feel energized or relaxed.

Lit contains oils from rosemary, ginger, and lemongrass, all of which bring about an energizing and uplifting feeling. On the other hand, Chill contains oils from peppermint, geranium, rose, lavender, and roman chamomile, all of which deliver a sense of calm and mellow.“I really want to bridge living a healthy lifestyle with nightlife," says Santini. "There are more toxic ways for people to achieve feeling energized or relaxed, and I want to show people that essential oils can be just as powerful.”The last of the “Balance” kit is Love, a body oil containing rose, sandalwood, and pink grapefruit. Love is intended to refresh and recharge skin. All of the oils are extremely easy to use. Just, roll the oils on your pulse points when needed.What makes Lit, Chill, and Love so unique from other blended oils? Each oil blend comes with a tiny piece of rose quartz at the bottom of the bottle. The rose quart in each bottle has been charged under the last full moon, giving each of the oils energizing vibrations.

However, essential oils are not for everyone. For those who have sensitive skin and cannot use certain oils, Santini is making tea that will have you feeling Hype, Zen, and Healed. Using the same idea from her oils, Santini’s line of teas will bring about a sense of energy or calm.Lit, Chill, and Love can be purchased as a kit or separately. All oils can be purchased directly through Santini’s personal website. Be on the lookout for more information about Hype, Zen, and Heal. The teas will be available for purchase starting June 2018.

Do you ever feel like you have to decide between a new pair of stylish leggings and a class pack at you favorite studio? Then you need to check out Bitsy Bottom.Workout clothes can sometimes cost more than an actual class. Amanda “Bitsy” Lippman, was looking for more affordable yoga clothing. When she started designing her own hot yoga shorts, Bitsy Bottom was born. With the help of her partners, Jaime Hidalgo and Yadira Sussman, the company has expanded, now carrying stylish high-quality leggings, capris, and headbands. The company even has a line of kid’s clothing.With bold and bright colors, Bitsy Bottom stands out among other brands. A signature booty scrunch gives your bottom the perfect fit needed for an active lifestyle. Super soft fabrics move with your body as you workout.“A smooth, second skin, spandex/nylon blend that is not constricting, and will be your favorite pair of workout bottoms once you try them," says Sussman.The bottoms are also quick drying, making them perfect for your sweatiest workouts and water activities.

Bitsy Bottom prides themselves on the quality of their products and customer service to clientele. Their products are extremely versatile and can be worn for workouts from yoga to Crossfit.“I teach every format from HIIT to Hip-Hop and Bitsy Bottom products make me feel bootyful and confident in every way," says Brand Ambassador Maria Pontillo.

Bitsy Bottom products can be purchased directly from the company’s online website. You can also find Bitsy Bottom in 21 retail stores in South Florida.If you are ready to upgrade your leggings to something booty-ful that won't break the bank, then you need to check out Bitsy Bottom.Be sure to use code “SF305” to get $25 off your online purchase of $50 or more.

72% of Instagram users have made purchases based on something they saw on the platform - says a study done by Dana Rebecca Designs in August 2017. It's no secret that altheisure is one of the biggest benefactors of the growing Instagram marketplace, and for local brands like OneLove Active Wear, powering the brand with recognizable influencers has been key.Jaidy Pardo, Founder and Designer of OneLove Active Wear, started the athleisure brand during a period of self-discovery after her divorce."My son is the inspiration behind the brand, and is my 'One Love,'" said Pardo. "After my divorce, I was searching for something to give me the flexibility I needed to be a single mother."As the designer of every legging in the line, Pardo wanted to make sure her products not only fit the needs of clients, but were functional as well."All leggings are one-size-fits-all," states Pardo. "They are built for fashion and function - they will stay in place while you're training and look good when you're going about the day."OneLove Active Wear boasts an impressive 10-point benefit checklist for all their leggings:

• Squat Proof
• Sweat Proof
• Butt-Lift Effect
• Tummy Control
• High-Waist or Mid-Rise
• Flex Fit
• Authentic Designs
• Washer/Dryer Safe
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Born and raised in Barranquilla, Colombia, Pardo loves that her designs are brought to life in Medellín - the textile capital of the country."I have built great relationships back in Colombia that allow for me to deliver custom products to my clients," says Pardo. "They call me up with a specific design request or alteration and I can turn it around in days."Aside from dressing some of the hottest local influencers, celebrities like Águeda López and Laura Posada have have also been spotted sporting OneLove Active Wear designs.Flexibility is one of the many benefits of being a startup in the athleisure market. As bigger brands must read trends, Pardo and OneLove Active Wear can adapt on the fly and turn designs around at lightning pace. The brand has a slew of stylish designs that are outfitting some of the hottest fitness influencers in Miami, with new ones hitting the online store every week.Shop the OneLove Active Wear store at: https://oneloveactivewear.online.

You can order just about anything these days with an app on your phone – a car service, food, groceries - you name it, it will find a way to your doorstep. So why not add ‘personal trainer’ to the mix? Enter Helthee App – the Uber for fitness.Started by a trio of Miami natives – Brett Heimann, Zachary Parris and Gabriel Penaloza, Helthee App makes it simple for you to connect and book with certified fitness professionals in your area and at your convenience. Simply download the Helthee App or log on to Helthee.com. Choose from a variety of workout types, desired time and location, trainer gender preference, and book in seconds. A certified, vetted and insured Helthee trainer will arrive at your home, office, hotel or local park in as little as an hour, or up to a month in advance with start times as early as 5:30am and as late as 9:30pm.Helthee trainers will bring all the required equipment for your appointment. All appointments are 60 minutes and you can book single (solo), pair (you + a friend), or small-group (you + 4 of your friends). Helthee's services are available 365 days including holidays. The Helthee App is currently available across all iOS&Android devices.Earlier this year, Helthee App expanded to New York City, a market critical to their growth."It's an exciting step for us expanding into New York City," said Brett Heimann, CEO & co-founder at Helthee. "New York City is the first stop of our nationwide expansion, as we plan on bringing Helthee: On Demand Fitness to other growing, health-conscious cities that are ready to take advantage of our services."

For months, the building at the corner of Lincoln Road and Lenox Avenue has undergone a transformation into Miami Beach's newest fitness capital. Today, the new Nike Miami store opens its doors for the first time, giving fitness fanatics a first look at the brand's limited-edition swag and state-of-the-art shopping perks.What was once a 1999 Williams Sonoma and Pottery Barn, is now a two-story, 31,000-square-foot athletic fashions mecca. Heidi O’Neill, president of Nike DTC, says choosing Miami for its latest innovation was a no-brainer. "As we thought about where our next steps would be in leading the future of sports retail, we thought Miami would be the perfect step in that journey."The new store's extravagant exterior was designed with Miami in mind, using waffle ironing in concrete and terrazzo panels, echoing South American and South Floridian design. In addition, the first floor showcases a multimedia installation by Miami artist Jessy Nite, combining the forces of painting, typography, and sculpture.

One of the most cutting-edge features in this new location is the Nike+ Trial Zones. Not only do you get to try on products, now you get to try them out. Get a feel for your new kicks while shooting hoops in the 285-square-foot basketball court or score a goal on the synthetic turf soccer field. You can even get a personalized running experience on a camera-operating treadmill. It records your stride and knee performance while you run, downloading your information and preferences to assure your best consultation.Nike store associates are basically the Apple Geniuses of fitness apparel, serving shoppers with hours of certified training knowledge. "If you’re interested in running, or taking your first yoga class, or trying out for a basketball team…we will match you with the right expert for you. Personal shopping meets personal training," O’Neill says.Nike Miami also blends the experiences of a sports center and an intimate boutique in its first-floor women’s section known as the Lounge. Ladies can enjoy one-on-one appointments for everything from bra-fittings to pant hemming. Fitting rooms here are double the standard size, with mood lighting that simulates a yoga studio or night run to make shoppers' decisions between cuts and colors come into focus.Nike+ member perks and access to premium products (like the Kobe Fade to Black Pack, Kyrie 3 “What The,” Air Force 1 UltraForce Mid and Zonal Strength Tights) are additional incentives to arrive ASAP to today's grand opening.Nike Miami Grand OpeningThursday, January 19, starting at 10 a.m. at 1035 Lincoln Rd., Miami Beach. Admission is free. Visit nike.com.*This article was originally posted on the Miami New Times by Sofia Harris and can be found here.