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STYLE FEATURES
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STYLE FILES: MENSWEAR FW/20
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HE ROCKS THIS WHEN HE IS OUT AND ABOUT
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HOW TO DRESS FOR SUPER BOWL SUNDAY
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Market Brunch with Seema Mody
Our cover is graced by CNBC’s Global Markets Reporter and Host of “Futures Now”, Seema Mody. We found out how she got interested in foreign policy and broadcasting, her favorite stories that she covered and how she prepares herself when she is interviewing them.
BEAUTY FEATURES
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CBD BEAUTY
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ATHLEISURE BEAUTY
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IN OUR BAG
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The Pick Me Up Dry January
With Dry January on many people’s plans, we look at the options that exist within an array of categories for Non-Alcoholic and Low Alcohol.
Rituals > Resolutions LIFESTYLE FEATURES
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ATHLEISURE LIST BODY ROLL STUDIO
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ATHLEISURE LIST EVEN HOTELS
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As people continue their goals in the gym, we find out more about Ladder’s new challenge.
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We head to midtown to enjoy A5 wagyu beef at HYUN for a culinary experience.
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#TRIBEGOALS
As we continue to take on our favorite fitness methods, there’s always a need to add to our gear as well as our nutrition to optimize our workouts. This month’s #TRIBEGOALS has a few suggestions for you.
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Earlier this year, FRIENDSHIP 2020 hit the high seas with a world class music experience!
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Here’s what we’re streaming this month from our favorite shows as well as podcasts that we can’t get enough of.
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This month’s 9LIST STORI3S comes from MMA fighter, Stephen “Wonderboy” Thompson.
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We kick off the new year with this month's cover, CNBC's Seema Mody who is the Global Markets Reporter on the network. This month's cover took place in the Lower East Side's Lamia Fish Market which is known as a brunch and evening destination. We showcase fun looks that are perfect as we continue through winter's transition as well as checking out this fun restaurant. We sit down with Seema to find out about she became interested in her career, her favorite stories and markets that she has covered as well as what she enjoys doing when she is off air. ATHLEISURE MAG: When did you realize that you wanted to be a journalist? SEEMA MODY: I should probably thank Nani (my grandmother) for my passion for storytelling. Growing up, I spent many of my summers visiting my grandparents in Ludhiana, Punjab. One of my fondest memories is sitting on their roof, drinking masala chai and listening to Nani talk about Indian politics and the country’s fight for independence. Those conversations lit a fire in my belly that—after a couple of twists and turns—slowly evolved into a career in journalism. AM: What is it about finance and specifically global markets that drew you to your coverage area? Was this always an area that you felt you wanted to work in? SM: I was always interested in foreign policy, but it was during my time in London, where I previously relocated to be co-anchor of CNBC’s “Worldwide Exchange,” that I learned how to look at international affairs through the lens of financial markets. When I returned to New York, I was named CNBC’s Global Markets reporter. Part of my job is to wake up every day and report on how international stories, like U.S.-China trade and Brexit, are impacting investors’ portfolios and multinational companies around the world. AM: We know that you have been with CNBC for quite a few years here in the U.S., as well as London and India. What has your
journey been since you have been at the network? What shows do you most frequently appear on currently? SM: I have had a rather unique journey at CNBC. I started at CNBC TV-18 in Mumbai where I reported on India’s economy. While growing up I frequently traveled to India to visit family, this was my first time actually living there–I’m from Portland, Oregon. Starting fresh in Mumbai inspired me to work around the clock, build relationships with CEOs and break stories. After one year and a lot of persistence, I landed an opportunity with CNBC Business News in New York. What’s great is I am still able to leverage the contacts I made in India; in fact, I have covered its last two elections for the network. I’m passionate about U.S.-India relations and reporting on the decisive change in India’s economic trajectory, as well as the major obstacles facing the current administration. AM: In addition to your global policy beat, you also cover travel, including hotels, cruises and online travel operators and the industrials. What do you like about this category? SM: Both travel and industrials provide a good read on the global economy and how businesses make decisions on investments in markets outside the U.S. It all ties into the overarching story I aim to tell about the intersection of foreign policy and Wall Street. AM: Tell us about ‘European Close,’ the daily segment which you host on “Squawk Alley.” SM: If you’re ever wondering what’s happening in Europe, then tune in to CNBC at 11:30AM EST for the latest and greatest! The segment synthesizes complex European topics–from Brexit to ECB meetings—for our global audience. AM: What is your process for preparing ahead of interviews and stories?
SM: Lots of reading, tweeting and reaching out to valuable sources that give me unparalleled access to movers and shakers in the industry. AM: What have been some of your favorite stories that you have reported on? SM: I recently reported on the killing of Iran’s powerful general Qassim Suleimani by a U.S. drone strike and the impact it had on the western world’s relationship with the Middle East. This is a great example of an event that has had a direct, traceable effect on foreign relations and the global economy. Also, my role as correspondent often leads to special opportunities. Last year, I covered Lyft’s highly anticipated IPO at the Nasdaq and reported on the complicated process involved in taking the ride-hailing company public. When China first unveiled retaliatory tariffs on the U.S., the Chinese ambassador to the U.S., Cui Tiankai (he is also also Special Envoy to President Xi) gave me an exclusive interview where I pushed him on topics like intellectual property and currency manipulation. I also love reporting from the field; from getting an inside look at Amtrak’s new modernized fleet in Delaware, to speaking to sweet potato farmers in North Carolina about the impact of tariffs, interacting with Americans across the nation about the state of business is truly gratifying. AM: What are 3 companies/brands, topics or CEOs/government officials that you are interested in covering/interviewing that you have yet to cover? SM: The rise of emerging market nations has also been a strong interest mine. Some interviews I hope to one day have include: 1.) Government official: Brazil’s President Jair Bolsonaro 2.) CEO: Tesla CEO Elon Musk and 3.) Athlete: Serena Williams. AM: For those who want to better understand the impact that foreign policy has on global markets (but are intimidated by its intricacies), how would you suggest they go about educating themselves so that they can engage in these conversations?
SM: Foreign policy can be overwhelming. Start with one region that interests you and obsess over it. Learn everything you can about the country’s government structure, economic data, key players and issues. Reach out to thought leaders and ask for help. Engage with others on social media. We live in the age of Twitter and learning how to construct thoughts in 140-characters is sometimes more valuable than being able to file a three-page thesis on a topic. AM: Spanning all of your coverage areas–global policy, travel--what are the three stories you’re watching for 2020? SM: The 2020 election will have a profound impact on foreign policy and the U.S.’s relationship with the rest of the world. Additionally, Airbnb has shaken up the hospitality industry and changed the way many millennials travel. The company’s IPO this year will be one to watch. Lastly, the Coronavirus outbreak has placed China at the center of a huge crisis. Efforts to contain the virus could prove to be a major test the country’ sgovernment and, in the meantime, billions of dollars are at stake as major companies like Nike and Starbucks close stores on the mainland. AM: What does a typical day or week look like for you, whether you’re on-set or in the field? SM: No two days look the same for me but I’m always on the go and on the phone. Thank goodness for AirPods and coffee! AM: We know that you love tennis. How long have you played it, and what do you enjoy most about it? SM: To win a match, tennis requires technique and strategy–it’s a unique mix of chess-like thinking and endurance. I played competitively in high school, and I still play in the city. Plus, when I go home home my dad always makes sure we spend time on the tennis court. He still has the ability to place shots with
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surgical precision. That’s probably anoth- dream of mine to open a restaurant er reason I enjoy tennis; my whole family that showcases my Spanish roots. My is obsessed with the sport. passion to share my native cuisine is what led me to open (June 2019) LaAM: Where can we find you in the city? mia’s Fish Market. SM: I’m a downtown girl. I always en- AM: Who is the Executive Chef of Lajoy spending time in the Village. Favorite mia’s Fish Market and what is his backrestaurants: Malaparte and I Sodi. Italian ground? is (clearly) my favorite cuisine. LF: I developed the menu personally AM: As someone who travels frequently because I wanted it to be true to my for work, what are 3 things that we would roots, which is a very specific cuisine find in your carry on to make traveling eas- and way of cooking. We now have Chef ier? Martell Fonville who worked at Marea, Stubborn Seed and Print. It was critSM: External battery, a copy of Foreign ical to us to have an Executive Chef Affairs, and Chanel under eye cream. It on hand who knows and loves fish to works miracles. maintain the high-level quality of seafood we have here. AM: What do you do in your downtime? AM: How would you describe the SM: Mental and physical health are incred- restaurant from the décor, areas within ibly important, and I find that yoga and the restaurant as well as its culinary fotennis both help me reduce stress and cus? stay fit. Traveling continues to be one of my biggest passions; experiencing differ- LF: Lamia’s is an upscale Mediterraent cultures and interacting with people nean seafood restaurant, focused on from different parts of the world opens my coastal roots. The cuisine includes my eyes to new ideas and helps me see regional classics like fried sardines with different issues from various viewpoints. chipotle aioli, served alongside traIf I’m not traveling, I enjoy spending time ditional fresh pastas like linguini and with friends and family, and learning how clams, or savory squid ink spaghetti to cook. topped with sea urchin and bottarga. We also have a whole fish baked in salt, @SeemaCNBC served tableside with mallets! We photographed this cover story with Seema Mody in the Lower Eat Side at Lamia's Fish Market. We sat down with Lamia Funti to talk about their dishes, epic brunches and what we can expect as we go from winter and begin to transition into the spring. ATHLEISURE MAG: We know that prior to Lamia’s Fish Market you had another restaurant – can you share more about this and what led you to launch this culinary destination?
The entire space took us two years to develop alongside designer Dara Young. We wanted the space to be upscale, yet approachable, juxtaposing experiential modernism with authentic nautical elements. AM: I loved the bar as well as the oyster bar where you can literally pick your preferred fish – why was this essential to have at the restaurant?
LF: Quality food and fish are at the core of our menu. We go to the fish market LAMIA FUNTI: Food has been such a large several times per week to hand-pick part of my life, and it has always been a what we will be serving. When a guest
orders the salt-baked fish we always provide them with a first look before we start preparation. We want people to truly experience our menu, that’s why we serve the salt-baked fish tableside along with mallets for guests to break open the crust.
have an incredible Sea Urchin & Bottarga Pasta, and Lobster. For those who may be craving meat over seafood, we also have a delicious 32oz Tomahawk Steak.
LF: The space was designed by Dara Young, Founder of Aviva Collective and 4FRONT Hospitality Development. Dara also designed the beautiful moss wall near our raw bar. The restaurant has three floors, and seven different dining areas, and I wanted each one to feel unique. Art has always been a passion of mine so I knew right away that I would want to incorporate many different artists into the space. We have innovative art installations at every turn including Will Kurtz, Brian Farrell, Michela Martello, Elle Gregg, John Coca, Dave Vasquez, Michael Delfino and Dara Young herself. Artist Michela Martello created the Lamia mural on the original brick wall textured with glimmering glass cabochons. Multi-disciplined visual artist Bryan Farrell painted a multi-dimensional mural in the private dining room. Both the Mezzanine, Private Room, and Grotto overlook the “Lamia” sculpture, created by visionary artist William Kurtz.
LF: We wanted to offer guests a unique cocktail menu that doesn’t exist anywhere else. We wanted to challenge ourselves to develop a cocktail menu that pairs well with seafood, that’s innovative and unlike any other.
AM: In looking at beverages offered AM: In looking at the décor, who designed on the menu, we noticed that wine, the space as well as the murals, interesting beer and sake are the focus – what was art on the lighting etc.? the decision behind that?
AM: What are 3 signature cocktails that we should enjoy while there? LF: My two signature cocktails are Beach Front Views (sake, pineapple, orange, cinnamon, and lime) and the Mermaid Sangria, which is made with fresh berries and cinnamon. If you can handle a little kick, I also recommend our version of a Margarita, called the One Too Many Margaritas, and made with sake, mango, salted jalapeno, lemon and peppercorns.
AM: Lamia’s is open for dinner, but you are also open for brunch – can you tell us 3 brunch options we should conThe bar is lit by Sailor Jerry inspired tat- sider on our next visit? tooed lighting fixtures handed painted by artist Bryan Farrell and Elle Gregg and LF: Definitely our Mac n’ Cheese Lobmounted on a Groin Vault ceiling made of ster Pancake! I also recommend our steel and black fishnets. Paella on Sundays, and the Croque Lamia. We are also have an incredible AM: We loved the fries – what are 3 appe- Early Catch Menu from 4-7 every weektizers that you suggest we should have? day and 5-7 on weekends.”
LF: Everyone loves our fish fries! Our Lan- AM: With the Spring coming up, are goustines, Fluke & Blood Orange Crudo, there new dishes/cocktails that will be and the Grilled Octopus are must-tries! coming on the menu that we should look out for? AM: What are 3 signature dishes that we should be eating? LF: We will be introducing a lot of refreshing cocktails, like Spritz with LF: We always recommend first time fresh fruit garnishes, and introducing guests try the salt-baked fish. We also more fresh vegetables into the menu.
AM: We saw that you have a vibrant wrapped around a curling iron | The brunch offering, tell us about what guests hair was sprayed with THEURGY Suncan enjoy as well as what the vibe is like? day Ritual Dry Shampoo Spray to add a dry, clean texture and a bit of colume LF: We have a diverse brunch menu pre- to the root area | The look was finished dominantly focused on Mediterranean with THEURGY Enhancement Mist flavors. through mid lengths and the ends of hair for shine and smoothness and to AM: What can we expect as we transition keep humidity from ruining the style | from Spring into Summer at Lamia’s Market? LOOK II | FITNESS STYLE IN BLUE HUES LF: We’ll be transitioning away from win- PG 19 + BACK COVER | UMBRO Diamond ter specials and introducing lighter dish- Flashback Jacket | CAROL BRODIE Laes, more shareable platters and definitely pis & White Topaz Ring | summer flavors! SKINCARE | TWINMEDIX | FOUNDATION @LamiasFishMarket | ELLIS FAAS COSMETICS | CONCEALER | ELLIS FAAS COSMETICS | BRONZER | PHOTOGRAPHY CREDITS GUERLAIN | BLUSH | MAC COSMETICS | BROWS | LIMELIFE BY ALCONE | MASAthleisure Mag's cover story was shot by CARA | MAYBELLINE | EYES | VISEART | Paul Farkas, using Canon Mark IV; and se- LIPSTICK | PAT MCGRATH | lected Canon lenses: EF 50 f/1.2 L, EF 24-70 f/2.8 L II, and EF 70-200 f/2.8 L II. HAIR | The hair was sprayed with THEURGY Outer Body Spray and sections were wrapped around a curling @PVFarkas iron | The hair was sprayed with THEURGY Sunday Ritual Dry Shampoo Spray STYLE, MAKEUP & HAIR CREDITS to add a dry, clean texture and a bit of Athleisure Mag's Celeb Fashion Stylist, colume to the root area | The look was Co-Founder/Creative + Style Director Kim- finished with THEURGY Enhancement mie Smith, MUA David Stella and Hairstyl- Mist through mid lengths and the ist Lea DeLoy share how Seema Mody's ends of hair for shine and smoothness and to keep humidity from ruining the look was created for the cover editorial. style | LOOK I | FITNESS STYLE IN BLUSH LOOK III | BLAZER + DENIM STYLE PG 16 + 20 | NIKE Pink/Blue Retro Windbreaker | BEYOND YOGA Spacedye Caught PG 23, 24 + 27 | SMYTHE Equestrian in the Midi High Waisted Legging in Sand Jacket | MAISON DE PAPILLON Tiffany Shirt | MAVI JEANS Alyssa | LAGOS Swept Desert Suede | Gold + Black Caviar Ceramic 8MM SKINCARE | TWINMEDIX | FOUNDATION | Stack Ring | ELLIS FAAS COSMETICS | CONCEALER | ELLIS FAAS COSMETICS | BRONZER | GUER- SKINCARE | TWINMEDIX | FOUNDATION LAIN | BLUSH | MAC COSMETICS | BROWS | ELLIS FAAS COSMETICS | CONCEALER | LIMELIFE BY ALCONE | MASCARA | MAY- | ELLIS FAAS COSMETICS | BRONZER | BELLINE | EYES | VISEART | LIPSTICK | PAT GUERLAIN | BLUSH | MAC COSMETICS | BROWS | LIMELIFE BY ALCONE | MASMCGRATH | CARA | MAYBELLINE | EYES | VISEART | HAIR | The hair was sprayed with THEUR- LIPSTICK | PAT MCGRATH | GY Outer Body Spray and sections were
HAIR | The hair was sprayed with THEURGY Outer Body Spray and sections were wrapped around a curling iron | The hair was sprayed with THEURGY Sunday Ritual Dry Shampoo Spray to add a dry, clean texture and a bt of colume to the root area | The look was finished with THEURGY Enhancement Mist through mid lengths and the ends of hair for shine and smoothness and to keep humidity from ruining the style | LOOK IV | LEATHER STYLE PG 28 | MAISON DE PAPILLON Harley Jacket + Liv Nappa Stretch Leather Pants | OLIVIA VON HALLE Bella WIllow Camisole | CAROL BRODIE Malachite + Turquoise Y Round Pendant | SKINCARE | TWINMEDIX | FOUNDATION | ELLIS FAAS COSMETICS | CONCEALER | ELLIS FAAS COSMETICS | BRONZER | GUERLAIN | BLUSH | MAC COSMETICS | BROWS | LIMELIFE BY ALCONE | MASCARA | MAYBELLINE | EYES | VISEART | LIPSTICK | PAT MCGRATH | HAIR | The hair was brushed through with a natural bristle ACCRA KAPPA Brush | THEURGY Enchantment Mist was added for a smoother, softer and more polished style | Finished with a light mist of THEURGY Retrograde Hairspray | LOOK V | TWEED STYLE FRONT COVER, PG 29 - 31 | MAISON DE PAPILLON Kimberly Coat | HANRO White Lace Camisole | MAVI JEANS Alexa | CAROL BRODIE Signature Medallion Carol Brodie Icon | DEEPA GURNANI Ady Cuff | YLIANA YEPEZ Mini Maya Mongolian Hair Bag | LAGOS 18K High Bar Long Inverted Teardrop Post Gold + Black Caviar Ceramic 8MM Stack Ring | SKINCARE | TWINMEDIX | FOUNDATION | ELLIS FAAS COSMETICS | CONCEALER | ELLIS FAAS COSMETICS | BRONZER | GUERLAIN | BLUSH | MAC COSMETICS | BROWS | LIMELIFE BY ALCONE | MASCARA | MAYBELLINE | EYES | VISEART | LIPSTICK | PAT
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SOMETHING YOU SHOULD KNOW RITUALS > RESOLUTIONS
When you're focused on working out, it's important to optimize your hard work with your method of choice, recovery and proper nutrition. Ladders is a sports nutrition brand that offers premium supplements that is co-founded by LeBron James and Arnold Schwarzenegger. Ladder's Chief Nutrition Officer, Adam Bornstein tells us about Ladder and their new challenge Rituals>Resolutions. ATHLEISURE MAG: LeBron James, his trainer Mike Mancias and Arnold Schwarzenegger coming together to create Ladder is a powerful combination. What led you to Ladder? ADAM BORNSTEIN: Ladder was one of those opportunities you get where you have no idea what it will become but it's worth all of the time and effort. I was a part of Ladder long before it was ever a brand and growing business. Years ago, after LeBron's cramping game - and Mike’s quest to find better supplements - I was contacted by Arnold Schwarzenegger to help formulate the initial Ladder products that were designed for LeBron. I’d known Arnold for years, and he had seen my approach to nutrition, which is one backed by quality, safety, and results. So, when the opportunity came to formulate something for LeBron, it was one of those projects that are incredibly exciting. When someone puts faith in you to create a supplement that will be used by one of the greatest athletes ever, you not only have to rise to the occasion, but you need to go above and beyond and make what you create so much better than anyone’s expectations. That was the original mission and continues to be what drives me every day at Ladder. AM: Tell us Ladder’s leading shakes and products? What’s the science behind it? AB: One of the best aspects of Ladder is we only create products that we know work. So, every single ingredient and every amount needs to be backed
up by numerous studies (on people, not animals), to say with confidence that it delivers results for the people that use the products. That means we don't have many products because only a few ingredients are undeniably effective. We have 2 protein powders (whey and plant), a Superfood Greens, and our Pre-workout (energy) product. With the protein, we tried to examine what makes protein effective, which is the amino acids. In order to unlock all of the benefits of protein - everything from muscle gain and fat loss, to even qualities like better hair, skin, and nails - you need a complete protein that is high in essential amino acids and BCAAs. Many proteins might look good on a label with how much protein it has, but it's using a low-grade protein that won’t deliver all of those benefits. For our Pre-Workout, we were very interested in a position paper by the International Olympic Committee that examined the most powerful performance supplements. Three ingredients stood out: caffeine, beta-alanine, and creatine. So, we built a product around that core and then added elements to help improve focus and ensure that the caffeine would cause a crash or jitters. And our Superfood Greens focuses more on the essential nutrients in your body things like magnesium or Vitamin D - that are very hard to get in your diet. AM: The Rituals>Resolutions Campaign sounds exciting and productive! What does it emphasize and focus on? AB: The Rituals>Resolutions campaign is designed to solve the age-old question of why it’s so hard for people to stick to their resolutions and see success. It's not that a resolution is a bad intention, but - by design - it’s set up to fail. Goals without systems can’t succeed. And the best way to build a system is to have a habit. And the best way to create habits that stick is to create a ritual that makes it easier for you
to repeatedly do behaviors that will lead to desired outcomes . Instead of having people do the same thing over and over again, we wanted to celebrate the rituals that create habits. Our goal at Ladder is to help anyone level up and better their best, and this is an important component of sharing how so many successful people are able to experience success at the highest level. AM: Tell us about the featured Challenge led by master trainer Mike Mancias. AB: We’re lucky at Ladder to have access to some of the best fitness pros in the world. And for the challenge, Mike Mancias worked with Alex Toussaint - a senior instructor at Peloton - to design a challenge that will improve all aspects of fitness. Together, Mike and Alex designed a workout that is a combination of strength and cardiovascular conditioning, requires minimal equipment, and is flexible so that anyone can fit the plan into their busy schedule. We know that after January, people start falling off with their goals. We wanted to make sure that we provided a challenging workout to keep people on track and offer the support of Mike and Alex to keep people motivated, working hard, and seeing results. AM: What’s the hashtag to get involved, support and follow along? AB: The Ladder Challenge really is for everyone. A big part of what Ladder does is it brings people together and builds a community so that people are not alone in their pursuit of living healthier and being more active. And the best part is it is driven by one of the best trainers in the world – who has worked with two of the most successful athletes in history – who are sharing insights and access to a wealth of information with anyone that wants it. Everyone can join the Ladder Challenge and engage with others taking the challenge socially using #LadderChallenge.
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ucts. In addition to reducing elements out of your body, you may find that in doing regular sessions, you may find firmer skin, muscle tightness being broken up and shaping the body. Ultimately, users may find it's a great fat burning and cellulite reduction.
We're always looking to add methods into our routine as a means to workout as well as to find effective post-workout recovery routines that assists your body. In Tribeca, we tried out a new studio that focuses on your lymphatic system through drainage as it has machines that massage and shape your body across 15 areas. The infrared heated roller can have its speed adjusted and has heat that is infused into your treatments. The Body Roll Studio is located in Tribeca and is founded by Piret Aava who is also the owner of Eyebrow Doctor which is located above this fitness studio.
The machine has a screen that showcases what body part you will be focused on. For in depth information and having an ongoing tutorial, there is a larger screen within your room that shows how your body should be aligned to the machine as well as variations that you can do. With 15 body parts that are focused on, the device works at 3 minute intervals per part when enjoying a 45 min. session.
The machine's wooden rolls improve the circluation of your blood and lymph system. These movements can assist in speeding up your metabolism, reduce fat tissue and eliminate waste prod-
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ent positions. There is also an option that you can stream your favorite programming and listen via headphones so that you don't interrupt other sessions. When attending your session, make sure to drink a bottle of water prior to, during and after your session to assist your body in reducing waste that will leave your body. Guests can enjoy tea that is provided as well as purchasing an array of Alo Yoga attire. Issue #49 | Jan 2020
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EVEN HOTELS
Whether your traveling for work or for fun, there are a number of reasons why you gravitate towards one hotel or another when you're staying in your city of choice. EVEN Hotels are a part of the IHG properties and focuses primarily on three pillars - balancing work, workouts and resting while on the road.
Whether you travel frequently or every now and then, many people find that they pack their workout clothes, but are not always motivated to do it. Each room is equipped with gear that includes inflatable balls, yoga mats, yoga blocks, bands and more. These can be enjoyed comfortably in your room as well as being able to purchase them after your stay.
This focus is ideal for those that are business traveleres, on vacation or are opting for this style of hotel as a stacationer. For those focused on optimizing their workflow, communal areas are set up with standing desks and open areas that are ideal for working alone or in groups. In each room, there are a variety of plugs and outlets so that you can stay connected, there are LED lights outfitted throughout the room for optical ease.
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Via EVEN Hotel's app, in partnership with Meagan Roup (creator of The Sculpt Society) guests can access her 15-minute workouts. With a focus on using your own body as a counterweight as well as equipment that is found in your room, you stay on track. When it comes to the third pillar, rest - this includes relaxing, eating and selfcare. Each room is outfitted with com-
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fortable beds to assist in quality sleep, a number of lighting options which allows you to have the room as bright or as ambient as possible. There are also succulents which allow you to connect with nature and to have elements of zen within your space. You can opt to order in or go downtairs to find wellness options to stay fueled as well as to have splurge oriented fare via Cork & Kale. You can also stay hydrated with fruit infused water stations that are available at the hotel.
EVEN HOTELS Visit EVEN Hotels' website to see what properties are near/at cities that you are traveling to. www.evenhotels.com @evenhotels
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FOR THE ULTIMATE MEAL We enjoyed a fantastic A5 Wagyu experience here in NYC at HYUN. Whether you're enjoying their fantastic meat selection, cocktails or just the overall ambience, we suggest making your way to this culinary destination. ATHLEISURE MAG: Can you tell us about HYUN and what guests can expect when they come in to dine? HYUN: Hyun specializes in Japanese A5 Wagyu, offering high quality ingredients such as S-grade sea urchin and seasonal truffle mushroom. Our menu is well balanced and focuses on specific pairings with the A5 Wagyu, so our guests can get the best flavors of the beef. AM: Can you tell us the background of Chef Jae Kim? H: The name of our chef is Jae Kim. He is from South Korea and has three businesses in Korea including K-BBQ restaurant. Chef Kim moved to New York City from Korea three years ago to finish his PhD, but when he became homesick, he decided to bring a piece of home to New Yorkers, crafting the idea for HYUN to showcase the traditional time-honored Korean flavors of his homeland. AM: Can you tell our readers what Wagyu is, what A5 means and the kinds that you offer? H: Wagyu is Japanese cattle. Japan has a strict rule to grade A5 Wagyu. Wagyu can be graded by A (highest) to C and 5 (highest) to 1. “A to C” is the yield grade (A is above standard, B is standard, and C is below standard). How to grade “5 to 1” depends on marbling scale, color and the brightness and texture of the meat. So A5 is the highest grade given only to the finest Japanese cattle. AM: The tasting menu that we had was amazing and a great way to enjoy the progression of tastes, seasoning, Wagyu and
vegetables – can you share with us 3 signature dishes that you would suggest that we enjoy on our next visit. H: We have three signature dishes which are A5 Chef’s Cuts, Sot-bap and Chadoljjim. We have whole A5 cattle shipped from Japan, butchered and trimmed in house. So, we can have these special cuts that you cannot see in the regular market and different BBQ restaurants. We pick the best part of the cattle and serve it as Chef’s Cut. For example, we can divide Ribeye cap, Ribeye roll and Ribeye side strap in Rib loin. Even though we call it ribeye, every cut has a different texture and flavor. We want our guests to experi ence another level of the BBQ experience with Chef’s Cut. Our second dish is Sotbap, which is clay pot cooked rice with seasonal truffle mushroom and S-grade sea urchin from Japan Hokkaido. It is one of our best-selling dishes. We always use the best selection of sea urchin and truffle mushroom. Sot-bap has well-balanced flavors and great umami taste. Our third one is Chadol-jjim, which is our signature appetizer that comes with a wooden box. It is all steamed A5 beef brisket with perilla leaf and enoki mushrooms with a side of shitake mushroom and king oyster mushroom. We have three different dipping sauces (1. Yuzu ponzu: soy sauce, dashi, dried fish skin, lemon and orange. 2. Honey Soybean: honey, soybean paste. 3. Chili grape: White grape, serrano pepper, and apple vinegar.) AM: The salts, soy, wasabi and various sauces that you offered really allowed you to taste the dishes in a different way. We’re major fans of the wine salt – what are 3 seasonings that you suggest that those dining should try? H: We are trying to serve sauces or salts that pair best with each dish, especially the A5 wagyu. As you know, Japanese A5 wagyu is expensive. We want our guests to experience the best flavor of the A5 wagyu with our house made salts. I will suggest a sauce or salt for A5 wagyu such as wild wasabi and house made wine salt.
For lean beef, I would suggest black truffle salt. For any beefy flavor cuts, I will recommend our house made chaya sauce which has cabbage, chive, and soy sauce. AM: The cocktail menu had a number of sweet and savory options, what are 3 beverages that you suggest that we should try. H: We have three cocktails that are best sellers. The first one is called “From Jeju.” We use orange from Jeju island in Korea, and it has a refreshing and fruity flavor. The second is called “Mountain Water.” We use Hakkaisan ginjo sake and its flavor is citrusy and pairs well with our food. The third one is called “Cloud Remedy.” It is a smoky and earthy cocktail and has a little bit of citrus flavor. I personally think that it pairs very well with A5 wagyu beef. AM: We were told that you have plans to include an Omakase within your offerings. When will that take place and what can we expect to see offered? H: We are launching an A5 Wagyu Omakase soon. Like I mentioned, we get the whole A5 cattle from Japan so we can have main cuts and also secondary cuts. We are going to offer one appetizer soup, wagyu tartare, 11 different cuts of Japanese A5 wagyu, a savory accompaniment (rice bowl and soup) and a homemade dessert. We are also trying to give a new upscale Asian cultural experience to our guests with the Omakase service. AM: With Valentine’s Day taking place next month, are there any specials you will be offering that our readers should know about? H: We are going to have a Valentine’s Day special tasting menu with Rose pairing. We also have a few private dining rooms, which are cozy and romantic. It should be a truly special Valentine’s Day experience at HYUN this year! @_HYUNNYC
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BingelyBooks only be given to her and her sister or not at all. She needs this money desparately more than anyone could ever know. She meets Mary who looks like her sister. They decide that she will take on Robin's name for a week so that they will split the money. They both begin to realize that they are hiding secrets through a series of twists that share the nature of sisterhood and the ties that bond.
YOUR ASTROLOGICAL COOKBOOK: THE PERFECT RECIPE FOR EVERY SIGN Adams Media Catherine Urban
We enjoyed checking out the recipes in this cookbook that are generated by your astrological sign. It's a great way to share with friends and family by adding variety into your meals through astrological characteristics.
THE BETTER LIAR Ballantine Books Tanen Jones
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history of the house and a profile on Yves Saint Laurent. In addition, his collections are explored chronologically in depth. There is a description about the collection as well as highlighting its influence in fashion and a gallery of curated catwalk images. In addition to showcasing his designs, you will see an array of accessories, beauty looks and the sets that they walked on. You'll also see the top fashion models who wore them on the runway.
YVES SAINT LAURENT CATWALK: THE COMPLETE HAUTE COUTURE COLLECTION 1962-2002 Thames and Hudson Limited
YSL was founded by Yves Saint Laurent and Pierre BergĂŠ in 1961. This launch was shortly after Yves leaving the house of Christian Dior which he had helmed. In launching his label, he became one of the most successful and influential couture houses in Paris. One of his most iconic moments was introducing Le Smoking, the first tuxedo suits for women in 1966. He was also known for creating iconic art inspired attire that included Mondrian dresses, Van Gogh embroidery and Ballets Russes collection. This coffee table book opens with the Issue #49 | Jan 2020
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BingelyStreaming profile and play a series of games to win the opportunity to vote others out of the house. In addition to being able to share information as a group, they can interact privately one on one as well as in groups. As members are voted out, new people move into the house and work to integrate into the social group that has already been established. As each person leaves, they are able to meet an individual of their choosing as well as to share their final thoughts through a video. Much like Big Brother, we're able to see each contestant to get to know more about them whether they are being themselves or impersonating someone else. By the end of the show we get to know a lot about the contestants.
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THE CIRCLE Netflix Season 1 We enjoyed bingeing Season 1 of The Circle on Netflix which looks at the power of social media, perceptions and who we are in this game. We are introduced to contestants who live in a building who never meet each other face to face. Each player has access to a closed internet where they are able to interact with one another, create a AthleisureMag.com
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Coworking spaces have become a mainstay in our day to day lives whether you work from there, attend events or have meetings there. Although there are a number of options, We Work has been at the forefront of this movement. For those that are fans of Wondery's Business Wars and Business Wars Daily, they have created a mini series known as We Crashed which follows the rise and fall of this popular coworking community space. This podcast series looks at the genesis of the company, how they trailblazed in the industry, its cor-
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inalization of the industry and more. In each episode we see how this community came together to increase their business as well as the risks that they took on. The listener also realizes that as the decades continued on, a business that was run by a trusted network began to change with new players such as the mafia and other organizations that began changing the rules and ethics of the honor code system that had been established.
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We hear the first hand account of the high and lows that Rainbow Valentine's parents navigated as they took care of their familes, their disorganized crime network and the point that they finally left the business after a series of complications that took place. They also look at how new laws are alleviating issues that have existed in the US that allow people to obtain their products legally without the pitfalls that were common place years ago.
DISORGANIZED CRIME SMUGGLER'S DAUGHTER iHeartRadio If you ever wondered about what it was like for weed smugglers in the 60's to conduct their business, how they moved product across the nation as well as flying it in and out overseas, Disorganized Crime Smuggler's Daughter shares this throughout its podcast episodes. We are introduced to Rainbow Vallentine, the daughter of smugglers. We learn about her life, how she was unaware of her parent's activities until later in life and how her mother and father got into this industry. The podcast talks about how the industry was furthered, the role of music in growing their clients, the crim-
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ALL ABOARD FRIENDSHIP 2020 The FriendShip 2020 event at sea completed its second run this past January with much success. This world-class music cruise experience was curated and produced by Gary Richards (aka producer & DJ DESTRUCTO, AMFAMFAMF event; founder and President of LiveStyle North America), featuring over 50 artists including DJs and producers, hitmakers and vocalists in electronic music, along with comedians, magicians and burlesque performers. 3000+ cruisers were entertained aboard Royal Caribbean’s Navigator of the Seas for a memorable, immersive roundtrip voyage from Miami to the Bahamas. . Highlights included the main deck sail away set from TroyBoi, sets from GRAMMY-nominee Boys Noize as well as his ELAX alter-ego, the mobile heavy hitter b2b that came out of Mija’s set with Nina Las Vegas x Madame X x Flava D x Star Eyes x Uniiqu3, hip-hop sets with legendary hitmaker Dallas Austin and Wax Motif during the Rump Shaker party and DESTRUCTO’s dawn at sea party set The Sermon with GRiZ, Boys Noize, Bob Moses’ Jimmy Valance and Danny Daze, among others. As the sun rose in the Caribbean on the morning of Thursday, January 9, over 3,000 cruisers aboard FriendShip gathered for a unique musical experience -- DESTRUCTO’s dawn at sea party set ‘The Sermon.’ (Listen on Soundcloud here) Joining the DJ & producer during the set which clocked in at just under 4 hours and 20 minutes was GRiZ for a live sax performance to Christopher Cross yacht rock classic “Ride Like the Wind” and b2b moments with Boys Noize, Bob Moses’ Jimmy Valance and Danny Daze, among others. Catch the next one!! Dates are announced for FriendShip 2021 for January 11-15, 2021.
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