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Handstand, an app and website that brings a customized fitness experience to mobile, partnered with Reebok to offer free workouts in various U.S. cities- and Miami happens to be one of them! From Tuesday, Jan. 17, to Friday, Jan. 20, thousands of ReebokONE and Handstand personal trainers will be available across Miami, offering workouts in exchange for a simple handshake in the ultimate ‘Show of Hands’, accessible through Handstand’s mobile app.The effort is part of the brand’s inspiring new 2017 campaign, ‘Hands’, an evolution of Reebok’s ‘Be More Human’ platform. ‘Hands’ is centered around a bold message that our hands carry the hard work and stories of our entire life journey. They absorb our experiences through scars, cuts and calluses and offer the purest representations of where we have been - and where we are going. For this reason, Handstand and Reebok are asking people to give only a handshake in return for their workout, the ultimate yet simplest show of gratification and accomplishment.The campaign will run in New York City, Los Angeles, Boston, Dallas, Washington, D.C., Philadelphia, San Francisco, Chicago, Seattle and Miami. With the average price for a personal, 1-hour workout hitting $50, this means that over the course of the four-day ‘Show of Hands’ movement, Reebok is offering up to $250,000 worth of free workouts.Eligible users in Miami must book a session using the app, Handstand, between the period of Jan. 17 and Jan. 20 using the Free Reebok Workout option. They are then free to participate in the session any time before the end of the month. For full ‘Show of Hands’ eligibility and activation terms and conditions, please visit Handstand.

Type 'Joseph Pilates' into Google and you'll find side-by-side photographs of its creator at ages 57 and 82. Astoundingly, though a quarter of a century has passed between the two photos, Pilates' incredibly toned body looks virtually identical! #FountainOfYouth!?! Let's start with a bit of background to understand what the Pilates method is all about and how he seemingly managed to defy age... because we want IN!Pilates - A (Very) Brief HistoryJoseph Pilates was a rather sickly child, suffering from a plethora of ailments. He believed that the modern lifestyle, coupled with poor posture and inefficient breathing, lay at the roots of his malaise. He couldn't find what he considered to be a suitable solution to improving his health and fitness, so decided to take matters into his own hands.Pilates created a series of exercises that focused on breathing awareness and the strengthening of deep torso abdominal muscles. He believed that improvement in these two areas would help keep the body balanced, while simultaneously providing support to the spine and improving its alignment and flexibility. He also conceptualised and built various pieces of equipment to effectively practice, and ultimately teach, his method.

JetSet PilatesFast forward a few decades and welcome JetSet Pilates, who have built upon their namesake's traditional methods and created a high-intensity, cardio workout that is sure to give even the fittest fitness enthusiasts a run for their money!The classes center around JetSet's souped-up version of the traditional Pilates Reformer. In a nutshell, there's a carriage that moves back and forth along tracks within a frame. The resistance is provided by the exerciser's body weight and by a set of springs attached to both the moving carriage and a stationary platform. The difficulty level is dependent upon spring tension (or lack thereof) which varies from exercise to exercise. Classes are broken up into segments, some as short as 30 seconds and others well over a minute long. During these intervals the exerciser fatigues a particular muscle by pulling, pushing, holding, pulsing or squeezing, often to the point of physical shaking! (I've been assured "shaking is good!")But what sets JetSet Pilates apart from other reformer studios? Well, A LOT! The pace is rigorous, the difficulty level is incredibly high and they have an elite team of experienced instructors guiding and motivating clients throughout the entire class. Oh, and let's not forget to mention some seriously booming tunes that will reverberate throughout your entire body!

While JetSet's instructors may seem like drill sergeants in leggings, this is not a boot-camp class where you have to worry about the destruction of your joints. JetSet's classes feel incredibly safe for the body, as their traditions are rooted in improving health and fitness and rehabilitating injuries or weaknesses. In fact, prior to the start of each class clients are asked if they have any injuries or concerns so that modifications can be provided.For those who want an added challenge, check out instructor Elisa Miller's focused "Abs and Arms" class. It is quite possibly the hardest and most effective way to sculpt and tone those areas and she is one kick-ass, talented instructor!Make no mistake; JetSet's classes aren't for you if you're looking to chant meditating "omms," spend precious class time stretching or have instructors call frequent water breaks. You'll leave JetSet's 50-minute classes feeling exhausted, exhilarated and desperate for a shower! It's hard AF!! ... but as the adage goes, 'Sweat like a pig to look like a fox!'For more info on JetSet Pilates, visit www.jetsetpilates.com. JetSet Pilates as locations in Coral Gables, Miami Beach (SoFi), Miami Beach (Sunset), North Miami and Wynwood.

Founded by the insanely talented and fit, Chris Heria, THENX workout programs are more than just sweat-inducing, heart-pumping, HIIT and bodyweight workouts.Located here in Miami, THENX teaches the fundamentals of bodyweight training, step-by-step, in order to increase strength (physical and mental), burn fat, and help you achieve the most challenging moves (think Flag Salute a la Cirque du Soleil).THENX is all about progression, so whether you're a first timer or an advanced athlete, there is always a workout for improvement or technique to take to the next level.

For $9.99 a month you have access to all workouts, but you can choose the level that’s right for you. The Intro program breaks down the fundamentals of pull ups, push ups, dips, pistol squats and core in easy to follow short format video. Proper stretching/warm up, mastering the basics, proper vs. improper form, and how-to increase repetitions are all part of the Intro.Then as the strength is built, you move onto the Beginner, Intermediate and Advanced, with each level building upon the prior with new skills mastered, strength and confidence gained, health improved and fat lost.New content is released daily, though you can choose to do whichever workout you’re feeling that day. The new app which they have recently announced, will allow you to create custom workouts. It is currently available in the Google Play store and coming soon to the Apple App Store.Check out the THENX YouTube channel to see some of the crazy moves and incredible workouts.

Located in the heart of Coral Gables, WaterBiking Studio offers a unique experience where body and mind connect in a fun and hyped environment. WaterBiking Studio has all the makings of a normal indoor cycling class, except for the added twist of the bikes being submerged underwater.Read: Where to Spin in the 305 in 2017The temperature-regulated pool is warm and inviting enough for you to jump right in, yet cool enough to keep you fresh and chilled. Next come the biking shoes which are available for rent ($2), and just as you hop on the submerged bike, the lights flick off and the music starts blasting! Before you know it you’re working your quads, calves and butt in a way that your body has never experienced before.

Apart from the leg workout you’re definitely going to feel, this water cycling class works your arms and core, as the instructors switch between different exercises that combine Pilates and ab work. The ad-on benefit is that because you’re under water, the movements are more gentle, making it easier for your joints and giving you the feeling that you´re not tired at all. Don’t be fooled – you can burn up to 500 calories in a 45-minute class! And because you’re under water, the lack of sweat (more like the perception), makes it easier to push as hard as you want through the whole session.This class is recommended for anyone and everyone. You can book in advance, or if you’re lucky you may be able to squeeze in as a walk-in, but don't take your chances, as bikes are limited. Just make sure to bring a spare change of dry clothes, a towel and toiletries in case you want to shower. WaterBiking Studio is truly a unique experience that leaves you with a great post-workout feeling, but also with an amazing vibe!More details at http://www.waterbikingstudio.com/.

Miami Beach’s popular lifestyle hotel, The Confidante, has teamed up with celebrated health and wellness group V Art of Wellness to create a dynamic program of fitness and wellness offerings for hotel guests and locals alike. Offering cutting-edge beach bootcamps, yoga, and outdoor functional fitness, Miami-based couple Christopher and Tracie Vlaun lead varied 60-minute fitness sessions tailored for and inspired by the hotel that take advantage of the hotel’s prime beachfront location and 10th floor open-air rooftop spa.The Vlauns, who regularly work with CEOs, high net worth individuals, professional athletes, celebrities, and royalty, have designed holistic fitness routines that lead to a healthier lifestyle, reduced stress and weight loss. Knowing that the body on average expends 30 percent more energy working out in the sand, these 60-minute beach workouts are tailored to all fitness levels encompassing all possible guest needs. Offered daily at 10 am, the classes are open to hotel guests and included as an amenity within the hotel’s daily resort fee; the cost per class for non-hotel guests is $20.A sampling of V Art of Wellness classes* offered at The Confidante include:

• Beachcross Bootcamp, the V Art of Wellness Signature beach bootcamp class is a high calorie burning, dynamic, cross training bootcamp that integrates multiple training modalities.
• Aeroga, a mastery of movement derived from yoga, pilates and a collection of progressive bodyweight exercises.
• Shred Bootcamp, a total body workout for muscular strength and endurance.
• Body Circuit Bootcamp, a high-calorie burning, dynamic bootcamp integrating training modalities such as interval aerobic and functional strength conditioning, core training, TRX and a basic yoga cool down.
• Beach Body Blast, a fusion of low to high impact aerobic conditioning, cardio kickboxing, and bodyweight exercises focused on toning and strengthening the total body.
• Dynamic Flow Yoga, during which guests achieve their inner om, includes Vinyasa yoga when movement is synchronized to the breath, and poses run smoothly together and become like a dance,
• Yoga Flow will have guests ‘namaste-ing’ all day long focusing on body alignment, pranayama (breath control) and flexibility.
• Yoga Core Fusion combines the ancient asanas of Yoga to build strength, creates balance and increases flexibility with the core strengthening and lengthening movements of Pilates and an emphasis on creating a long lean toned body as well as cultivating a centered and focused mind.
• Beach Bliss Yoga rounds out the offerings and focuses on the balance between movement and presence of the mind using postures and breathing, and is great for overall wellness.

Participants opting for a post-workout treatment at the rooftop Spa at The Confidante can’t go wrong with a 30-minute Neck, Back and Shoulder Massage ($80) which focuses on the upper body to release painful trigger points, restoring normal muscle function. The therapist uses an application of Arnica Salve to soothe pain and inflammation.For more information, visit www.theconfidantehotel.com.

Gretchen Wagoner has loved and practiced Pilates for over 15 years. After seven years of practice, Wagoner became certified to teach Pilates through Dance New Amsterdam in New York City in 2008. Two years later, she continued her Pilates education though Polestar Pilates where she focused her training in a variety of areas from Scoliosis to Women’s Pre & Post-Natal Health to Pilates for Multiple Sclerosis.What started as private in home sessions has since grown into a boutique studio in the MIMO district and Wagoner has also welcomed three more instructors to her team. Offering both group and private sessions, Breathe Pilates Miami offers a combination of mat and equipment classes designed to give each student, whether in a small group class of up to four or in a private session, focused attention in order to perfect form and promote growth.Group classes are offered Monday – Thursday mornings and evenings and in the mornings on Fridays and Saturdays. Because of its grand opening, Breathe Pilates Miami is currently offering new clients a special introductory rate on springboard classes. They are also available on ClassPass and the studio offers plenty of free parking.For more information, visit www.breathepilatesmiami.com.Breathe Pilates Miami is located at 715 NE 79th Street, Miami FL 33138.

You've made your New Year's resolution, now it's time to put it in action. Check out these spinning studios in the 305 that will help you meet your goal.RedBike StudiosRedBike is the perfect studio if you like a spin class that feels like a dance party, with fun lighting that changes to set the mood for each song. Here, you ride to the beat of the music and classes include choreography and work with hand weights for a total body workout. Thursday nights are themed nights, so be sure to check their schedule for extra fun classes.

• Amenities: Complimentary shoes, towels, smoothie bar, showers, changing rooms, L’Occitane toiletries, digital lockers
• Locations: Brickell, Aventura (Opening Soon)
• Read: RedBike Studios to Open It's Second Location in Aventura's Town Center

FlywheelOne of the most famous names in indoor cycling, Flywheel has opened 3 locations in South Florida. This is the perfect studio if you’re feeling competative. Whether you’re competing with yourself or with others in class, the TechPacks on every bike help you track your resistance, RPMs, and the work your putting out in every class. Opt in to the TorqBoard, to see where you rank in class and live stats. Your stats are stored after each class, so you can work towards tangible goals and new personal bests.

• Amenities: Complimentary shoes, showers, digital lockers, towels, changing rooms, Bliss toiletries, hair dryers
• Locations: Miami Beach, North Miami, Boca Raton

SoulCycleSoulCycle is another big name in the indoor cycling world and one of the OGs of spin classes as we know them today. High cardio and focused on fat-burning, these classes are like a cross between a dance party with pumping music and a spa with candles burning as you ride. Riders pedal to the beat of the music and choreography and hand weights are used to target your core and arms.

• Amentias: Shoe rentals, showers, towels, digital lockers, toiletries, hair dryers
• Locations: Miami Beach, Coral Gables

VirtuRide

This is place you go for a full immersion experience. Want to ride the streets of Miami without having to worry about sharing the road with cars? This is the place for you. VirtuRide is a unique concept in that bikes are placed in front of giant screen, where custom ride videos are projected as you ride. Bikes are on a platform that moves with topography of the “road” as you ride. Fans make it feel like the wind is blowing in your face and the resistance changes (you can also manually adjust it) as you ride up and down bridges and hills in the ride videos. Videos combine not just the video of the street, but are also combined with fun music videos that keep your energy up and a smile on your face. Heart rate monitors link up with the leader board in front of class and to an app on your phone so you can see the calories you’ve burned and your heart rate.

• Amenities: Complimentary shoes, towels, heart rate monitors, free parking
• Location: North Miami Beach
• Read: Miami's VirtuRide is the Future of Indoor Cycling

WynWheelsLocated within the same studio space as Crossfit Wynwood, WynWheels is a boutique indoor cycling studio with a tight-knit family feel. The studio has just 15 bikes, and because of this, instructors are able to give students more one-on-one attention. High-energy music and motivational instructors get you in the zone and sweating in no time. This studio prides itself on being a “no-frills” type of studio and on being one of the most affordable studios in town.

• Location: Midtown/Wynwood
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Speed HouseSpeedhouse is a brand new, state-of-the-art smart indoor cycling studio located in the heart of Downtown Miami. This is another studio that is great for people who get motivated by a little competition. Live leader boards show real time stats and riders can track their results and improvement overtime.

• Amenities: Showers, towels, free parking
• Location: Downtown Miami

WaterBiking Studio

WaterBiking Studio is a must-try experience for indoor cycling enthusiasts. Located in Coral Gables, dip into this temperature-regulated pool for a spin class that can burn up to 800 calories in an hour! WaterBiking Studio offers a variety of classes that includes WaterBiking, Water Circuit, WaterBoxing and WaterZumba, making it one of the most unique places in Miami.

• Amenities: Showers, towels, shoe rental
• Location: Coral Gables

What an exciting year 2016 was. 2017 is poised to be another incredible year here in the Miami fitness scene and there are some extremely talented individuals leading that charge. After the popularity of last year's "25 Miami Fitness Trainers You Need to Follow in 2016," we decided to round-up another list of movers and shakers for this year. So here it is, "Miami Fitness Trainers You Need to Follow in 2017."

1. Tony Thomas – Founder, Beat The Gym
2. Follow: @TonyThomasSports
3. Where to Find Him: Beat The Gym

2. Brigette Padron - Director, SocietyFit
3. Follow: @BrigettePadron
4. Where to Find Her: Society Barbell & Fitness
6. Workout with Brigette and Stay Fit 305 on January 21st

3. Lizzy Chiappy – Instructor, Yoga for Athletes
4. Follow: @LizzyCFitness
5. Where to Find Her: Schedule at lizzycfitness.com
7. 9 Yoga Poses Your Favorite NFL Player is Doing

4. Sean Garner – Body Architect
5. Follow: @SeanGarner
6. Where to Find Him: Anatomy at 1220

5. Kaisa Kerwin – CEO, The FitShop
6. Follow: @KaisaKerwin
7. Where to Find Her: The FitShop
9. The FitShop Opens in Fort Lauderdale

6. Dr. Lindsey Himmel
7. Follow: @ThePilatesDoc
8. Where to Find Her: Contact at thepilatesdoc.com
10. Step Inside the Fisher Island Office of “The Pilates Doc”

7. Tony Carvajal – Director, Society Barbell & Fitness
8. Follow: @TonyCarvajal_
9. Where to Find Him: Society Barbell & Fitness
11. 5 Question with Tony Carvajal

8. Jennifer Pansa – Wellness and Yoga Guide
9. Follow: @JenniferPansa
10. Where to Find Her: Contact at jenniferpansa.com

9. Safia Berrada – Health & Fitness Trainer
10. Follow: @SafiaBerrada
11. Where to Find Her: Contact at sbsafiaberrada.com
13. 5 Booty Building Exercises That Really Work

10. Alvin Davie – Trainer, The BOX
11. Follow: @alvindavie
12. Where to Find Him: The BOX
14. 16 Trainers Share The “One Thing” They Do Every Day to Stay Fit

11. Suyumi Quiroz – Trainer, FitBox Method
12. Follow: @suyumiquirozfitness
13. Where to Find Her: FitBox Method

12. Laura-Ann Roberts – Instructor, DanceBody
13. Follow: @la_dancebody
14. Where to Find Her: DanceBody inside Anatomy at 1220
16. DanceBody Celebrates Expansion to Miami Beach

13. Asim Zaidi – Entrepreneur and Professional MMA Fighter
14. Follow: @imasim.mma
15. Where to Find Him: Fast Twitch and Apple A Day
17. Quick 10 With Asim Zaidi

14. PJ Venturino – Trainer, FitBox Method & Beat The Gym
15. Follow: @fullbodyfit85
16. Where to Find Him: FitBox Method and Beat The Gym

15. Michelle Bertran – Founder, FierceFit Miami
16. Follow: @mjb_fiercefit
17. Where to Find Her: FierceFit Miami

16. Kate Rose - Instructor, FitBox Method
17. Follow: @itskaterose
18. Where to Find Her: FitBox Method
20. 25 Fun, Fit & Healthy Snapchats You Should Follow

17. Edwin Santiago – Body Architect
18. Follow: @Edwin_Santiago
19. Where to Find Him: Anatomy at 1220

18. Katie Sonier – Private Trainer
19. Follow: @KatieSonier
20. Where to Find Her: Contact at katiesonier.com

19. Lawerence Sikorski – Trainer
20. Follow: @Lawerence.Sikorski
21. Where to Find Him: Beat The Gym, Orange Theory Miami Shores, 1Hotel South Beach

20. Amanda Christodoulou – Pilates Instructor
21. Follow: @pilates_body
22. Where to Find Her: Anatomy at 1220
24. Quick 10 With Amanda Christodoulou

21. Rene Martin – Yoga Instructor
22. Follow: @ReneMartinYoga
23. Where to Find Him: Contact at renemartinyoga.com
25. Meet the Lululemon Brickell City Centre Ambassadors

22. Kate Hastings – Trainer, Ferrino Sports Fitness Club
23. Follow: @CoachKate1
24. Where to Find Her: Ferrino Sports Fitness Club
26. Ferrino Sports Fitness Club: One of Miami’s Best Workout View

23. Alex Cure – Owner, Cure Fitness
24. Follow: @Alex_Cure
25. Where to Find Him: Cure Fitness

24. Johnna Matthews – Crossfit Trainer
25. Follow: @ISquatForPancakes
26. Where to Find Her: Contact on Instagram

25. Robert DiDonato – Trainer
26. Follow: @MYOCORTEX
27. Where to Find Him: MYOCORTEX

Cutting edge yoga studios are on the rise all over the world and Miami is no exception. In fact, some of the country’s most sought after instructors teach along our fair beaches. Over the past couple of years Miami’s yoga scene has experienced a major growth spurt and it shows no signs of slowing down in 2017. Here are the top studios to lay down your mat this year.Green MonkeyGreen Monkey is Miami’s quintessential yoga studio. With locations in Miami Beach and Coral Gables, Green Monkey is a go-to for Miamians who want to practice vinyasa flow or power yoga in a sleek studio setting.Miami Life CenterMiami Life Center is a first-rate Ashtanga studio located in the heart of Miami Beach. Co-founder Kino McGregor’s vibrant smile and bendy poses showcased on her Instagram feed have helped bring this studio into the national spotlight. Keep in mind that Ashtanga is a vigorous tradition that doesn’t tickle everyone’s fancy.[caption id="attachment_1472" align="alignnone" width="1000"]

Tropical Vinyasa Miami Beach[/caption]Tropical VinyasaMiami Beach’s newest yoga studio founded by Amy Dannheim and legendary Miami Beach Yoga instructor, Paul Toliuszis, is on the tip of everyone’s tongue. Between their beautiful space in Sunset Harbor, leading local teachers and light hearted events, Tropical Vinyasa is not to be missed.Om MovementLocal favorite and Lululemon ambassador Pablo Lucero recently opened up this studio in Coconut Grove. Pablo’s unique Alignment Based Power Yoga style and charismatic presence will keep you coming back for more.Yoga at The FreehandBeachfront asana is a must when living in / visiting beautiful Miami. Super hip restaurant / bar / hotel The Freehand offers yoga on the beach each Saturday to guests and non-guests alike.Love Life WellnessMore than just a yoga studio, this Wynwood favorite is a wellness center that serves up some of the city’s best yoga alongside delicious café selections, compelling workshops, massage treatments and more.Standard SpaEscape to this island haven for sunrise or SUP yoga. Post-class indulge in a massage or spa treatment or day at the hamam at The Standard Spa.[caption id="attachment_1473" align="alignnone" width="2048"]

Inhale Miami[/caption]Inhale MiamiOne of Miami’s newer yoga studios, Inhale offers an atmosphere of serenity and reprieve combined with a vibrant lineup of classes that range from Kundalini to Soulmix – a lively practice alongside a live DJ.TRIOLocals gush about the top-notch teachers at this Edgewater studio. Book a simple flow class or spice things up by trying a Kirtan Vinyasa, Jivamukti or AcroYoga class.AyamaFounder Mano (Mariano) Ardissone is North Miami’s yoga darling. Mano has background in Chinese Medical QiGong, is a Reiki master and has trained with some of the world’s most highly regarded yogis. His classes tend to offer a more in-depth yoga experience.BudokonCameron Shayne’s Budokon blends the movements of yoga with the those of traditional martial arts. The resulting mixed movement arts class will push your limits – both mentally and physically.

Tucked quietly away on the Miami River sits Ferrino Sports Fitness Club, the site of my latest assignment. Originally from Recife, Brazil, Eduardo Ferrino grew up an athlete in Track and Field, Olympic Weight Lifting, Muay Thai and was a World Champion Shot Putter.Ferrino chose the South River location in 2014, because he wanted a unique space that fit his vision away from the usual corporate gym concept. Mission accomplished.

This beautiful airy space enables clientele to connect with nature and get away from the city atmosphere. The striking river view provides a unique backdrop and continuous fresh breeze that is both uplifting and inspiring, keeping you moving during a workout. If the space looks familiar, it's because you may have spotted it during an episode of Ballers, with Miami's own, Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson.Driving to the facility was an adventure in itself. Passing the historic shipyards, buildings and cargo ships sailing through the river, I finally found Ferrino Sports Fitness Club, where I met Kate Hastings, trainer and group fitness class leader.Clients are offered comprehensive tests, advised to take blood tests and are trained carefully from the foundation up. Aside from the group fitness class, the facility boasts an Olympic Weightlifting area, 65-yard artificial turf, boxing and Muay-Thai area and a massage/chiropractic room.

But I was there for their daily bootcamp class, Ferrino’s Fit Camp. Kate’s coaching technique was encouraging and enthusiastic. She kept us moving the whole time putting us through various drills. Her focus for us in class was to set reachable goals, to stay inspired and develop strength & agility through functional movements. It’s important for her to encourage everyone participating in the class to act as a team and create a flowing energy.Ferrino Sports Fitness Club is open Mon thru Sat with Ferrino’s Fit Camp offered Monday - Thursday at 7:00pm and Saturday at 10:00am. For more information, visit http://www.ferrinosports.com/

South Florida’s coveted indoor cycling studio, RedBike, is scheduled to open its second location this January. Following its amazing success in Brickell, RedBike Studios is ready to open its doors in the heart of Aventura at 18725 Biscayne Boulevard, Suite 350.In the competitive boutique fitness scene, RedBike is the only concept born and bred in Miami. Inspired by the culture, sounds, flavors and magic of its native city, RedBike Studios has reinvented the riding experience by incorporating these elements into its rides. RedBike introduces a high level of quality, intimacy, convenience and service different than that of traditional large health clubs and gyms.From weekly all-Latin RumbaRides, to the synchronized club lights and bass-pumping beats that might make you feel like you’re out on South Beach, RedBike is a one-of-a-kind experience. Also popular for music enthusiasts are Thursday Theme rides and for hard-core riders 60-minute Champion rides.

The workout is a full-body, high-intensity, rhythm-based cardio-party taught by high- energy instructors who combine music, lighting, choreography and other special elements in an intimate setting. Riders can expect to maximize calorie burn, accelerate fat loss, build strength, and improve lean muscle tone. RedBike Studios gives you the energy, inspiration, and power to transform your body in a fun, motivating and liberating way.While traditional cycling studios solely aim to simulate the outdoor riding experience indoors, RedBike’s 45-minute full-body workout takes riders on a wild ride focusing not only on legs, but also on one’s core and upper body by using weights and rhythm based movements.“RedBike is not simply a cycling studio, it is a brand of fitness and wellness. Our goal is to expand this concept throughout South Florida and beyond, changing the perception of cycling studios and transforming as many bodies and lives as we can.” said RedBike Studios Founder Albert Ghitis.The 2,500 square ft. space will include a reception and waiting area, room for 30 - 40 bikes, state of the art sound and video system, bathrooms, showers and changing areas. RedBike puts service at the forefront, ensuring that clients’ needs are met at every step of the experience. Shoes and towels are provided free of charge.

From the moment clients walk through the doors of RedBike, the studio atmosphere is distinctly unique from the feeling at “big box” gyms. The vibe is fun, friendly and supportive from the start. RedBike is a concept that appeals to all ages and levels. The nature of the exercise and the motivational approach of the studio’s instructors appeal to beginners and novices as well as to experienced cyclists and fitness enthusiasts. Additionally, RedBike Studios branded athleisure items will be offered for purchase at both the Aventura and Brickell locations.In addition to offering single rides ($24), users can purchase 5-ride ($115), 10-ride ($220), 20-ride ($400), 40-ride ($720) and monthly-unlimited packages ($200). The first class is always free, so users have nothing to lose but 45 minutes. RedBike offers three different class levels for amateur to the most adventurous rider.RedBike is located at 18725 Biscayne Boulevard Suite 350, Aventura, FL 33180 and the hours of operation are: Monday-Thursday: 6:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.; 5:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. / Friday: 6:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.; Closed in the evening / Saturday: 8:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. / Sunday: 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Please visit www.redbikestudios.com to learn more and schedule a time to enjoy this exceptional riding experience firsthand. Follow RedBike Studios on social media: @RedBikeStudios

Miami has been so good to me over the years (even though I cried almost every day for a year when I first moved here). Fitness finally gave me an outlet, and a community that unfolded all around me. I have my “Healthy Miami” (post coming soon). You know, my favorite places to eat, my favorite places to shop (Restless Soul) and my fav hot spots to sweat!Today, we are all about the clothes! New York may have Bandier and Sweaty Betty, but Miami has the Restless Soul in Aventura and coming soon to South Miami. Check out today’s video for some fit-fashion inspiration from the Restless Soul.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Lp2kHjGLLHwBrands RESTLESS SOUL Carries: PRISMSPORT, ALALA, KORAL, SPLITS 59, CHRLDR, VARLEY, BLANC NOIR, PHEEL STYLE, SOL & SELENE, ONZIE, ALO AND SO MUCH MORE!I would give anything to have every item of theirs in my closet to wear from class, to castings and beyond. The Restless Soul offers everything from fitness basics to lounge wear, and top of the line athleisure wear.If you find yourself in Aventura, make sure to stop by or check out their Facebook and Instagram today.

Legacy Fit, known for their popular high-intensity partner bootcamps and catchy “No Days Off” motto, is expanding their South Florida presence with a new franchise location – Legacy Fit Doral.LegacyFit Doral, owned and operated by partners Denise Diaz and Xuan Thomas, is a 5,000 square ft. facility that is modeled after the Edgewater/Wynwood location.Founded in 2008 by athlete, entrepreneur and author, Manning Sumner, the Legacy Fit concept is pretty simple, yet highly effective. Participants are paired with a partner to work through a gauntlet of stations targeting the entire body in two minute intervals. The entire workout is about an hour long and leaves you dripping in sweat, yet feeling accomplished and hungry for more.

“We are looking forward to opening the Legacy Fit Doral location in early 2017,” said Diaz. “We have begun doing park workouts at Doral Central Park so the Doral community can see us in action and get a taste of what to expect when we are open.”Legacy Fit Doral has tapped 15 year fitness vet, Jai Faith, as one of their lead trainers and are looking to expand their staff.Diaz notes the final facility will also include a beautifully designed juice bar that members can enjoy post-workout. Based on our experience at the Edgewater location, it’s going to be a pretty popular hangout, as post-workout hydration is a necessity after a Legacy Fit workout.Legacy Fit Doral is running pre-sale rates as they build out the facility. Follow Legacy Fit Doral on social for more info on park meet-up times and membership rates, Instagram.com/LegacyFitDoral. Legacy Fit Doral is located at 3470 NW 82nd Ave Doral, FL 33122.

The single-arm overhead press works your deltoids, biceps, triceps, lats, and pecs—making it one of the best upper-body exercises for men.But by changing how you sit, kneel, or stand during the exercise, you can take an already awesome resistance movement and send its benefits through the roof, says Sean Garner, a trainer at Anatomy at 1220 and runner-up in Men's Health "Next Top Trainer" competition.For example, moving from a seated to a tall kneeling position better engages your glutes, Garner explains. Likewise, shifting into an in-line kneeling position (where your front and back feet are aligned as if you were on a balance beam) requires the adductor muscles on the insides of your thighs to work harder.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JMhXC9W4FTkWatch the video above to see Garner demonstrate those two variations as well as five other stances.The overhead press is just one example of how modifying your stance can make an exercise more effective. Start thinking about creative ways to mix it up, and the potential benefits are endless.“Change your stance, and change your workout,” Garner says.This post was originally published on MensHealth.com by Markham Heid, and can be found here.

A few weeks back, popular North Miami gym, The Fit Shop, announced the opening of a second location, this time in Fort Lauderdale. The Fit Shop is finally announcing that The Fit Shop FTL will open its doors on Monday, December 12th.The Fit Shop FTL, set to open at 729 NE 2nd Ave in Flagler Village, just South of Sunrise and West of US1, will be loaded with the same high-intensity classes everyone has come to love at the North Miami Beach facility.The Fit Shop FTL is a high-intensity kickboxing, boot camp and performance training studio that offers large and small group classes, as well as kid’s fitness classes and personal training. The Fit Shop operates off the idea that bodies need to be serviced just the way we service our cars; we must fuel, maintain and repair our bodies properly for ultimate performance. In order to effectively translate motivation into physical action, the mind must be aligned and balanced as well. The Fit Shop takes a holistic approach to fitness, where people can feel at home and thoroughly enjoy the energy of their amazing staff, great music, and eclectic exercise programming.The Fit Shop FTL is offering a pre-sale package of classes you can take advantage of when signing up early. For more information, visit www.thefitshop.com.

With over 74 locations nationwide and 220 more in the works, Club Pilates has opened its latest location this month in Miami’s Brickell neighborhood. It’s easy to see why Club Pilates has experienced such explosive growth. The club’s philosophy to make sure that every member receives the best training so that they maximize their results is the key to their success. Classes combine Pilates, barre and TRX techniques using state of the art equipment, so that you get a full strength training work out every time.Classes are available 7 days a week and class packages, unlimited monthly memberships and single classes are available at the studio for purchase.To learn more about Club Pilates Brickell, visit clubpilates.com/location/brickell/.Club Pilates Brickell is conveniently located right next to the metrorail/mover Brickell stations at 17 SW 10th Street Suite 103.

In recent years, Miami has forged itself as the East Coast Mecca for fitness as entrepreneurs of all kinds have opened studios, gyms and training programs to meet the increasing demand for healthy lifestyles. To set itself apart, owners have looked to incorporate new methodologies, training styles and unique equipment. Que Climb Cardio Core, South Miami’s newest boutique fitness studio.Located on the west side of US1 directly across from Sunset Place, Climb Cardio Core is a small boutique fitness studio that combines the use of Versa Climbers and Pilates Reformers to create a unique full body workout that you can not find anywhere else.“One of the reasons I chose to use a Versa Climber instead of the typical cardio machine is the therapeutic effect it has on the body,” says Climb Cardio Core founder and lead trainer Tara Tobin. “Our goal is to maximize your workout in a unique and energized environment.” Tobin has created an atmosphere for clients to not just workout, but to learn the right technique and get the most out of every exercise.Learn more about Climb Cardio Core at www.climbcardiocore.com.

The popular fitness apparel brand, lululemon athletica, has announced their Brickell City Centre location will officially open it's doors on November 25th, Black Friday. The store will certainly be full of fitness enthusiasts excited to step inside the new location during one the season's busiest day.https://www.instagram.com/p/BMuacs7B3b_/?taken-by=lululemonmiaNot to be outdone, the Fort Lauderdale location at Galleria Mall on Sunset has already opened it's doors to patrons, just in time for the holiday season, officially making the brand's presence in the South Florida market well known. Click here to meet the lululemon Brickell City Centre ambassadors.https://www.instagram.com/p/BMmwqTIBmQM/?taken-by=lululemonmia