Facial rolling has been getting a lot of buzz lately, but it’s actually a beauty ritual that’s been around for centuries. Made popular by the jade facial roller, these tools look like mini paint rollers and now come in a variety of gemstones. Using a gemstone roller on the face is thought to aid in […]
Barre vs. Pilates: Which is the Better Workout?
Barre and pilates are popular low-impact fitness classes. Both workouts are effective at increasing core strength, toning muscles and improving posture. While barre and pilates have many similar benefits, each form of exercise is very different. Which is the better workout for you? Read on to find out. What is barre? Barre is a whole-body […]
The Warmest Winter Leggings, According to Fitness Enthusiasts
Just making the decision to book a fitness class is admirable enough. But getting yourself there amid the snowstorms and frigid winds? Now that’s dedication! Reward yourself for braving the winter chill this year by investing in some comfy, cozy workout leggings. We promise these picks will keep you so warm, you won’t even miss […]
Battle of the Barre Socks
Before ClassPass and my love of boutique fitness, I never thought about barre as a workout beyond my younger ballerina days. When I found out that you could take a barre class that wasn’t set to classical music, I was intrigued. Several months and hundreds of classes later, I’m officially a barre addict. I usually […]
Your Winter Layering Guide
Nothing brings on a full wardrobe crisis like trying to dress for a workout class during the winter months. Sure, you could just throw your winter coat over your fitness threads and call it a day. That is, if you’ve got a bottomless budget for dry cleaning that thing so that it doesn’t start to […]
Spin Shoes — Read This Before You Invest in a Pair
So you’ve taken your fair share of indoor cycling classes and you know how to tap it back with the best of them, but you still haven’t purchased your own indoor cycling shoes. While some studios rent shoes (or even provide them free of charge), there can be a huge benefit in owning cycling shoes. […]