Kait Vadenais

It's hard to be your best when you don't feel your best. Powered by adaptogens, nootropics, and superfoods, MTE is bridging the gap between energy drinks and supplements to be your daily superpower and help you achieve your potential.

Conceived here in Miami, MTE stands for More Than Energy and was created as a next-generation wellness shot to support body balance and overall wellbeing in conjunction with a healthy lifestyle. The 2 oz liquid shot contains ingredients like ashwagandha, spirulina, holy basil, theacrine, and saffron to promote better energy and support stress resilience, calm focus, immunity, mood, and even better sleep at night.

“Two years ago, I embarked on a journey to make something I felt the world was missing - a healthy boost to energy without decreasing any of the other aspects of wellbeing and feeling good like a calm mood or quality sleep at night,” said Jeff Boyd, Founder of MTE.

“That meant no caffeine bombs, no sugar bombs, and no crappy ingredients. I wanted something wholesome. I wanted something I could share with my friends. And I wanted it to work with my existing healthy lifestyle, not against it.”

Not only does the MTE shot provide a rapid energy kick and boost to focus but there are subsequent benefits to mood and recovery that really set it apart. This holistic approach is a departure from alternatives acting as a bandage for tiredness by supplementing B vitamins, excessive caffeine, or other stimulants, while leaving a wake of jitters and insomnia.

“We are not an energy drink with a healthy ingredient or two added for mitigating effect,” said Boyd.“That’s been done and it doesn’t work. We are a wellness drink that happens to support energy, because it is an important component of overall wellness, but so is stress response, so is a calm mood, so is quality of sleep at night.”

It’s also why MTE works best with those who value overall health, wellbeing, and performance more than just a quick fix. The longer you use MTE, the more the adaptogens and nootropics will be able to reach their full effect. In helping your body naturally align itself, it will help make the habits stick, the sleep go smoother, and the days improve while you put in the work in the gym and at the office.

Interested in trying it for yourself? Use discount code STAYFIT305 to get 30.5% off your first order of MTE.

Learn more and order MTE online at getmte.com or check them out on Instagram at @get_mte.

We202 EMS is now open in Aventura, the studio's second location in South Florida. Their wireless electrical muscle stimulation (EMS) classes offer a high-end fitness concept perfect for anyone looking to get in shape, rehabilitate from an injury, or improve overall health without having to compromise their busy schedule. Learn all about We202 below!

‍The experience:

With We202, traditional workouts are a thing of the past. We202’s wireless EMS technology differs from other EMS fitness concepts in that it’s completely wireless, allowing users to have full freedom of movement during their workout. Each client is given a wireless EMS powersuit that is meant to fit like a second skin and is the real star of the workout. Your powersuit includes 20 pads that sit on top of 20 large muscles. These pads have very low voltage electrodes, that when activated by the trainer transmit EMS impulses to the muscles causing them to contract involuntarily.

"Our workout classes provide customers with something that is completely unique," said Dr. Juan Castillo, Medical Director of We202. "Our wireless powersuits give you complete freedom of movement, allowing you to workout in small groups of up to 8 people and be part of our WE community. The benefits of adding EMS to your workouts are substantial. Our clients not only achieve physical body changes in significantly less time than traditional training, but also experience a vast number of health and wellness improvements that are life changing.  Our technology driven workouts allow you to achieve a full body workout in just 20 minutes in each class."

A concept that began in Europe and is now used by pro-athletes around the world, EMS simultaneously activates 95% of all muscle fibers in the body, bypassing the brain and sending involuntary impulses that cause the muscles to contract and relax safely.

We202’s concept allows you to work smarter, not harder, but providing all the benefits of conventional exercise and more, without having to spend hours at the gym. The workout takes just 20 minutes, 2 times per week, hence the name We202. Trainers take members through a 30 minute class, which includes a 5 minute warm up, 20 minute workout and 5 minute cooldown. Each person's EMS frequency and intensity is customized to their goals and fitness level.

What makes We202 unique:

“In a world where technology is so prevalent in making our lives easier, why not use this technology to improve our overall fitness needs," said Elizabeth Castillo. “Our goal is to provide a way to enhance one’s quality of life in this fast-paced moving world where people don't spend enough time on their own personal wellness. People are sacrificing their own wellness at the expense of their busy schedules and it’s time for that to change."

What do members say?

Members love receiving all the benefits of an intense workout in just 30 minutes.  Each 30 minute class gives you results comparable to 2-3 hours of conventional training and you can start to see results within 3 to 4 training sessions. Not only do members experience changes in their body's appearance, but they also experience significant improvements in their overall health including decreased body aches and pain, improved circulation and flexibility, greater balance and coordination, and an increased ability to perform everyday tasks.

You should also know:

At We202 each class is personalized and intimate. The frequency and intensity of each person’s impulses are based on their training level and are controlled by a certified EMS trainer. This makes We202 a great option for people of all ages and fitness levels. With We202’s state-of-the-art fitness software program, trainers can execute personalized training content for up to 10 different trainees at once.

Their facilities provide showers, lockers, and changing areas. There is ample and easy parking. Additionally, We202 offers medical wellness services including IV nutrition, weight loss/control, bio-identical hormones, peptide therapy, and nutraceuticals.

‍How to join in:‍

We202 offers drop-in classes, class packages, and monthly memberships. Monthly memberships include either 5 or 9 EMS classes per month. They also offer complimentary trial classes to experience their wireless EMS workout first hand. This allows you to fully understand the concept and all of the benefits that wireless EMS training can bring to your life.

Location: 

We202 is located at 18725 Biscayne Boulevard, Suite 350, in Aventura. They also have a location at 17886 NW 2nd Street in Pembroke Pines.

Where to find We202 online:

Instagram: @We202EMS

Website: we202.com‍

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Tennis apparel made from water bottles?  Meet Jgame, a female-founded, eco-conscious and ethically-made tennis fashion collection that merges style and sustainability. The activewear is created with plastic water bottles upcycled into yarn and will have you court-ready.

Founded by Jackie Meretsky, a former NBC News anchor turned entrepreneur with a passion for tennis, each piece at Jgame is made with high-quality recycled fabrics, is designed with both functionality and comfort in mind. Prioritizing the planet over profits, Jgame is designed, cut and sewn in New York's garment district.  

"Tennis has always brought me so much joy. I have laughed, cried, celebrated, and formed some of my most meaningful friendships on the tennis court," said Meretsky. "Through all of life's ups and downs, tennis has always been there as an outlet and source of renewed energy. Everything is always forgotten on the court."

All of the garments are made from fabrics that are 75-100% recycled polyester made from recycled Polyethylene terephthalate (PET) from clear plastic bottles.  They are broken down into small chips that are processed into yarn. This helps decrease greenhouse gas emissions and adverts waste by reducing plastic bottles in landfills among other environmental benefits.

"Not only is Jgame a sustainable brand, we are also an ethical brand that prioritizes inclusivity," said Meretsky. "Tennis requires access and that's why we partnered with First Serve Miami to donate new tennis apparel to their Adopt-A-Players’ Program which gives children who lack financial resources the opportunity to compete locally and nationally with the goal of using their talent and academics to attend college and we are making uniforms for their youth camps."

The collection, which features subtle prints, crisp whites, and bold colors like mecox mint, montauk midnight and vacation violet, includes tops (retail $66), tennis skirts (retail: $85), tennis dresses (retail: $125), and compression shorts (retail: $55).  

Meretsky said, "Tennis’ popularity has exploded globally in recent years and sportswear is now a statement of style that must co-exist with functionality.  If sportswear can represent your style, it can also represent your values which is why I create Jgame, a brand dedicated to putting the planet ahead of profits.  Our eco-friendly collections made from recycled fabrics have been a hit since their Wimbledon debut last year on Canadian doubles champion Gabriela “Gaby” Dabrowski."

What's next for Jgame? "We hear you Pickleballers! An exciting new collection is in the works," said Meretsky. "We will also be launching a men's line and the cutest mother/daughter apparel ever!"

Shop now by heading to jgamenyc.com and follow them at @jgamenyc on Instagram.

‍National Cycling League (NCL), the first-ever professional cycling league, which is also majority-minority and women-owned is set to officially launch the National Cycling League (NCL) Inaugural Miami Beach Invitational Cycling Race. Teams will compete for over $1M in a four-race series on iconic city streets nationwide kicking off with its inaugural race in Miami Beach.

NCL’s mission is to re-image cycling and turn it into a world-class spectator sport; one filled with nonstop action that is easy to watch and has mixed-gender teams where men and women contribute equally to the scoreboard.

The NCL Cup is a series of 4 criterium races on the country’s most iconic streets of the most classical cities. Miami Beach is first, followed by Atlanta, Denver, and Washington D.C. where teams will compete for a series prize of over $1 million.

A full day of fun for the entire family, Miami visitors, and locals can watch the race from the exclusive hospitality area VIP seats, or for free at one of Ocean Drive’s famed cafes. The community is encouraged to participate in charity group rides, kids’ races, and volunteer opportunities – and enjoy food served by Smorgasburg Miami - 13th Street and Ocean Drive at Lummus Park in the FanFest expo.

For more information, visit NCLRacing.com and follow the National Cycling League (NCL) on Instagram.

YouFit Gyms is bringing the FUN back to fitness! Starting January 1, 2023, the fitness chain is adding new programming designed to make fitness fun, engaging, entertaining, and results-driven.

“Quiet quitting has led to the lowest engagement rate in the workforce in a decade. Hustle culture has been canceled and people are simply burnt out,” says Allison Rand, Vice President of Marketing of YouFit Gyms. “In response to this cultural mindset we want to start a fitness movement that shifts away from overworking and brings the fun back to fitness,” Rand continued.

In addition to Free-Friend Fridays, where members can bring a friend with them on Fridays because working out with a friend is always more fun, YouFit’s fun new programming includes:

• ‍Playground Fit – Bring your inner child to life with this total-body workout that combines simple exercises and your favorite childhood games and activities. Your coach will guide you through a series of upper and lower body exercises in timed intervals, and other activities that will surely bring energy, fun, laughter, and excitement to any workout routine.
• ‍Glow in the Dark – Get your glow (and sweat) on in Zumba and cycle classes with black light and complimentary glow-in-the-dark accessories that can be worn to make classes feel more like a party than a workout.
• ‍HIIT+ with DJs – YouFit’s small group personal training style classes get even more amped thanks to DJs.
• ‍Yoga with live music – Flow to the beat and get lost in the live music during yoga classes.
• ‍Pickleball – Grab a paddle and play indoor Pickleball available at 28 locations.
• ‍DJ Zumba Pop-Ups – Each week YouFit will host Zumba classes with DJs in Miami.
• ‍Find Your Fun – To help identify the types of classes and workouts that are best suited to help members reach their goals, those who take the YouFit Find Your Fun survey, will receive one complimentary personal training session.

For more information, or to find a YouFit Gyms location near you, visit youfit.com. Follow YouFit Gyms on social media at @YouFitGyms.

Miami healthy eatery Carrot Express is debuting its newest location in Pembroke Pines. This marks the 18th location for Carrot Express, who prides themselves on using the freshest ingredients with something for every palate and diet featuring an extensive menu including fresh pressed juices.

Founder, Mario Laufer is thrilled to grow the wholesome legacy throughout South Florida. Since 1993, Laufer has been on a mission to create Miami’s healthiest dishes with a flavorful twist.

“Pembroke Pines is one of those incredible developing neighborhoods that we noticed is missing more healthy dining options," said Laufer. “This will be our first location there and excited to introduce the community to our nutritious and well-balanced recipes. With so many families and schools, we think it’s important to introduce nutritious yet, delicious dishes at an early age.”

The new destination occupies 2,072 square feet with 26 seats inside and 24 outdoor seats. The space incorporates the similar inviting and relaxed atmosphere of Carrot Express featuring splashes of orange and green hues throughout the space. Reflecting the cuisine, the decor is fresh and simplistic.

Most recently, Carrot Express launched the following newer menu items:

• Epic Tuna Melt – served open-face on toasted sourdough bread topped with smashed avocado, albacore white tuna salad, tomato & jack cheese
• Turkey Bacon Power Wrap – filled with 3 egg-whites, kale, cremini mushrooms, scallions, avocado, jack cheese and turkey bacon inside a whole wheat wrap
• Shaved Brussels Sprouts Salad – mixed with shaved brussels sprouts, kale, napa cabbage, alfalfa sprouts, parmesan cheese, julienne granny apples, roasted brussels sprouts, candied pecans and golden raisins tossed in a homemade lemon infused, apple cider vinaigrette
• Beyond Meat Wrap – stuffed with Beyond Meat, kale, seasoned brown rice, black beans, avocado, pico de gallo and sweet plantains
• Vegan Banana Bread – featuring Laufer’s top-secret recipe made with ripe bananas and chopped walnuts

Their new Pembroke Pines location can be found at 14538 SW 5th Street in Pembroke Pines. Hours of operation will be Monday through Friday, 8 AM – 9 PM and 9 AM – 9 PM. Takeout and delivery orders can be placed directly through the Carrot Express website.

By the end of the month, Carrot Express will be open in South Miami. Stay updated on future openings at www.EatCarrotExpress.com or follow along on Instagram @CarrotExpress.

ClassPass analyzed thousands of reservations made on their platform over the past year to create the 2022 ClassPass & Mindbody Look Back Report. Here are some of the trends they found around fitness and wellness.

Fastest growing workouts

Sculpt classes – often a subset of Pilates, yoga and strength training — were the fastest growing workout of 2022 with a 471% increase in bookings from January to October. Acro Yoga also saw growth, with reservations increasing 200% in 2022. So, if you’re looking to improve your flexibility and try your hand at acrobatics, might be a good time to give it a go.

Most popular workouts

Strength training continues to be the most popular workout of 2022 for the second year in a row. Not only did it hold the top spot year-over-year but people also actually attended strength training classes more often in 2022 than 2021 —there was a 94% increase in reservations from 2021 to 2022.  

As exercising expands beyond just breaking a sweat, for the first time ever, stretching also made the top 10 fitness reservations list. Whether it’s recovery, preventative, or a low impact way to get your blood flowing, it’s important to incorporate stretching into your routine.  

And if you are a newbie, you are most likely to be found on a bike. The most popular first class on ClassPass is a cycling class.

Most popular day to workout

You are most likely to see a packed class on Tuesday at 5:30 p.m. — the most popular time and day to workout. Classes that are 60 minutes are most likely to book out, and the 60-minute slot is the most-popular class length.

Most popular month to workout

While it may seem that January is a popular time to get back into a fitness routine, the most popular months to workout were actually August and September. This proved “back to school” season is also “back to the gym” season.

Read more in the full report here.

Motion is medicine at DFit Training in Fort Lauderdale, where the priority is movement, mindfulness, and recovery. Find out how good you could feel at this new studio by Danny Fam!

‍The experience:

DFit Training Studio was established in 2015 within a 900 square foot personal training studio in Pompano Beach. After being forced to pivot due to COVID-19, Danny Fam designed and developed the new location in Fort Lauderdale from the ground up. Now DFit Training Studio is fueled by state-of-the-art equipment and industry-best fitness instruction in a 2,500 square foot space.

Combining elements of exercise science, movement, mindfulness, technology & recovery, the DFit Studio is innovatively engineered to optimize both physical and mental fitness while enhancing human performance. The DFit Studio features interior elements with a high-contrast palette of bright whites, rich charcoals, elegant raw woods, and natural greens against sleek elements of black porcelain tile and white oak. The Studio has a unique zoning approach that facilitates high and low energy zones, consisting of a dedicated zone for strength and free weights with rubber flooring, turf flooring for functional training, a premium cardio zone, and a glass-enclosed private yoga studio with white oak luxury vinyl tile flooring.

DFit Training Studio soft-opened this fall and plans to host a Grand Opening on Friday, January 13, 2023.

What makes DFit Training Studio unique:

"We offer goal-specific, science-based, structured programming that is completely customized to the individual," said Danny Fam, Owner and Founder. "Through one of the assessments (The Functional Movement Screen), we are able to determine where the imbalances or asymmetries are in one’s movement and uncover where one’s greatest movement opportunities lie. Cookie-cutter programs online also make the assumption that everyone moves functionally, and this is rarely the case in my experience. As a result, fitness programs are built on dysfunction, and this is a sure path to injury."

‍You should also know:

DFit Training Studio is able to provide a unique, personalized environment. Here you are able to get the quality and attention you would expect of a boutique studio, with a variety of workout options that would rival a larger gym. You can find a balance between personal training, small group personal training, private yoga, massage, recovery, and premium cardio equipment.

Another differentiator is what Fam calls their "strategic location."

"We've opened our studio side-by-side to our strategic partners Liquivida Lounge, a medical spa that offers nutrient and vitamins IV therapy and innovative aesthetics and weight loss solutions," said Fam. "After cross-marketing our business for the last 10 years, we are now able to serve as a 'one stop shop' for everything wellness and fitness. Members are encouraged to get their blood work done by Liquivida where we can then receive vital information from their Doctors and Practitioner's regarding our clients results. We are in a unique position to fine tune our clients programs down to the cellular level, prescribing them with the most individualized programs that enhances not only their fitness, but their recovery and lifestyle."

Why members love it:

Members value the highly-personalized fitness experience driven by a complete suite of innovation through DFit's digital training platform, Mywellness from Technogym. Each member is prescribed with an individualized training program designed around their specific needs and goals that will improve their lifestyle, keeping them active in the gym, at home, and wherever they are. Members also love the upscale vibe of the studio, making fitness feel like luxury.

The extras:

Amenities include restrooms, showers, full-sized lockers, retail and apparel, front and rear parking, private glass enclosed yoga studio, recovery room, filtered water fountains, espresso, and snack bar.

How to join in:

Their monthly subscription model or "Prescription Based Training" membership includes training as well as open gym access for members to use on their non-training days. Training options vary from private 1-on-1, semi-private (2 people), or small group training (4 members). Members can chose to train one, two, or three times per week and are billed month-to-month in advance with no contract or initiation fees. Their training package model includes training without open gym access. Packages can be purchased as 5-pack, 10-pack, or 20-pack at discounted rates.

Location: 

You can find DFit Training Studio at 3712 N Ocean Blvd in Fort Lauderdale.

Where to find DFit Training online:

Instagram: @dfittrainingstudio

Website: thedfitstudio.com‍

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FlyFuel is on a mission to fuel Miami with its flavorful and mindful menu. The Aventura eatery, which started six years ago as Raw Republic, is now open in Midtown Miami, marking this their second location.

“Since we opened in Aventura, we noticed an incredible rise of new fitness studios and more people are becoming health conscious. We’re noticing the same trend in the Midtown neighborhood and can’t wait to fuel the rest of Miami,” said Jesse Gimelstein, FlyFuel co-founder. “Our goal is to give back to the community and provide the best of both worlds.”

FlyFuel prides themselves on only using the freshest, cleanest ingredients in every dish. At Midtown, guests will be able to enjoy the same classics from Aventura including their best selling Cauliflower Crust Pizzas. They will also find the signature FlyFuel smoothie on the menu, blended with almond milk, spinach, vanilla plant protein, cacao nibs, almond butter and banana.

In spirit of their new outpost, the nourishing destination will also launch new dishes – including their play on Hailey Bieber’s viral Strawberry Glaze smoothie. Their vegan and gluten-free friendly menu features a wide variety of fresh salads, wraps, acai creations, smoothies, ingredient driven bowls, breakfast items and a selection of grab-and-go items.  

New menu items include: 

• ‍Sesame Crunch Salad – shredded kale, carrots, and cabbage mixed with chopped romaine, slices of broccoli, cucumber and avocado, sesame seeds, toasted almonds, and crunchy noodles tossed in a soy peanut dressing ‍
• Tuna Poke Bowl – fresh ahi-poke tuna, shredded carrots, cucumber, tomatoes, pineapple, edamame, pickled ginger, crispy shallots, and sesame seeds topped with spicy mayo and nori sheets over a bed of wild rice and baby spinach‍
• Vegan Veggie Pizza – homemade tomato sauce, vegan mozzarella, roasted tomatoes, red onions, broccoli, mushrooms, and fresh garlic layered on a vegan, gluten-free cauliflower crust ‍
• Strawberry Glow Smoothie – inspired by Hailey Bieber’s viral Strawberry Glaze  smoothie, blended with almond milk, coconut cream, strawberry, dates, maple syrup, banana, avocado, collagen, and vanilla plant protein powder

FlyFuel has something for everyone! The new Midtown location can be found below Midtown 4 at 154 NE 29th Street and will be open for on-site dining, takeout, and delivery during breakfast, lunch, and dinner. The Aventura location is at 20804 Biscayne Boulevard in Aventura. For more information, check out www.EatFlyFuel.com or follow @FlyFuel to stay updated on special events, upcoming promotions, and new locations.  

On Sunday, December 18, Anatomy will host their 6th annual #HourPushUp Challenge raising funds for Udonis Haslem Foundation and Make-A-Wish Southern Florida. This challenge invites members and guests to work out for wishes and the future of the Miami community, calling upon participants to do as many pushups as they physically can in a one-hour timeframe.

Udonis Haslem, Marc Megna, Chris Paciello, and the Miami community, will gather to participate in this special and meaningful experience, challenging themselves for a cause. This event is also a celebration of Udonis Haslem’s charitable efforts as he enters his 20th and final season for the Miami Heat.

“We are so grateful for Udonis Haslem and the amazing community we have created through Anatomy, bringing generous participants to this event every single year," said Anatomy. "Watching our community come together for such a great cause touches our hearts, and we look forward to seeing what we can achieve at our 6th annual #HourPushUpChallenge!”

Prior to the challenge, each of the participants will collect monetary pledges, donated on a per push-up basis.  Supporters of the event also may offer flat-fee donations via the website. 100% of the funds raised per push-up will be donated to the Udonis Haslem Foundation and Make-A-Wish Southern Florida to help enrich lives of people in local underserved communities and grant wishes to local wish kids.

To date, the #HourPushUpChallenge has raised more than $568,000 and granted over 110 wishes for kids. Last year marked the first #HourPushUpChallenge where Udonis Haslem Foundation joined forces with Anatomy and Make-A-Wish Southern Florida for this event, helping to raise an excess of $215,000. This year, Udonis Haslem, Anatomy, and Make-A-Wish Southern Florida have set a benchmark of $300,000 as their minimum goal to raise to help impact the children and our community.

“I'm very excited for year 2 of the #HourPushUpChallenge," said Haslem, 3x NBA Champion and Miami Heat Captain. "We had a great time last year giving back to the community. A lot of people came together for a cause that they believed in, and we were able to make great things happen. We hope this year we raise over our goal of $350k and go even bigger!" 

Haslem has created TEAM UD, which will be led by 5 people. That group will raise money and do push-ups together in hopes to complete 2,000 push-ups in an hour with the goal of each push up being worth a minimum of $30 per push up.

“We thank the generous folks at Anatomy fitness, Udonis Haslem, and everyone who participates in the #HourPushUpChallenge," said Norm Wedderburn, President and CEO of Make-A-Wish Southern Florida. "The event has become one of our favorite events of the year and helps impact the lives of those in our community. The determination and hard work of all of the participants and organizers means that many more children will get to experience a wish come true.”

Anatomy’s 2022 #HourPushUpChallenge will take place at Anatomy Coconut Grove located at 3363 Pan American Drive in Miami. To donate or participate visit PushupChallenge.AnatomyFitness.com.

Open now is a boutique wellness studio designed to incorporate your fitness, nutrition, and recovery needs all in one space. Welcome to Wellhouse Collective in Pinecrest!

Show up and aspire for more. Commit to a higher standard, break thresholds, and change your body and mind with effective HIIT workouts and biohacking concepts all under one roof. Whatever fitness level you're at, this workout is for you!

Workouts consist of four metabolic rounds of 10 minutes each with methodically timed breaks in between. Short, smart bouts of structural and compound exercise are combined with isolated weight training, running, and climbing. The room is energy-charged thanks to powerful beats to maximize your momentum and lights and colors that enhance your mental state and get you working harder than you thought you could.

In addition to a great workout, Wellhouse Collective also offers metabolic coding. In 30 minutes, the Wellness Team can unlock your body's personal code and give you the tools to propel your 90-day transformation. You also can watch your progress via images from a 3D full body scan, or enjoy the Wellroom with an infrared sauna, compression boots, massage therapy guns, and more.

First timers can get one week of unlimited classes for $99. Class packages and memberships are also available starting at $35 for a drop in.

Experience why Wellhouse Collective has been called Miami's leading transformation studio. Wellhouse Collective is located at 7890 SW 104th Street in Pinecrest. You can also find them online at wellhouse-collective.com or on Instagram at @wellhouse.collective.

Planet Fitness, operators of fitness centers with more members than any other fitness brand, announced their second Fort Lauderdale location slated to open in November. The new gym will be located at 3600 North Federal Highway.

The 21,600 sq. foot location will boast state of the art cardio machines and strength equipment, a 30-Minute Express Circuit, rowing machines, fully equipped locker rooms with day lockers and showers, HydroMassage loungers, massage chairs, tanning booths, Total Body Enhancement booths, and more.

“We’re excited to be adding our 22nd Planet Fitness club to the South Florida Market and this Fort Lauderdale club will be our biggest and most unique to date,” said Brandyn Lorenz, Vice President of Real Estate, Grand Fitness Partners, a franchise division of Planet Fitness. “The club is situated right on Federal Highway so it will be easy to see and access from all directions in addition to having an abundance of parking. This multi-level club will have an entire floor dedicated to the Black Card Spa amenities that will overlook the main gym floor as well as providing a clean, accessible, and judgement-free atmosphere for all to enjoy. We can’t wait to welcome everyone to our second Planet Fitness location Fort Lauderdale, FL!”

As an introductory special, new members can join Planet Fitness Fort Lauderdale Federal Highway before the club opens for 25 cents down and $10 a month with no commitment during the presale, occurring now through mid-November. New members can join online today at: www.planetfitness.com/gyms/fort-lauderdale-federal-hwy-fl.

Planet Fitness provides a high-quality experience at an exceptional value and is home of the Judgement Free Zone®, where members experience a hassle-free, non-intimidating environment. Membership includes a variety of other benefits, including brand name cardio and strength equipment, fully equipped locker rooms, flat screen televisions and free fitness training by a certified trainer through the PE@PF program.

For more information or to join online, please visit www.PlanetFitness.com.

In a one-of-a-kind philanthropic initiative, players from the Miami Heat, Dolphins, Marlins, Inter Miami, and Florida Panthers have teamed up to support Greater Miami nonprofits. Athletes from the five major professional sports teams in South Florida donated signed jerseys to the “Jersey for Miami” campaign. This effort rallies donors to support more than 1,000 local nonprofit organizations.

“Our professional athletes will help us win with ‘Jersey for Miami!’ The Miami Foundation is so grateful to the Heat, Dolphins, Marlins, Inter Miami and the Panthers for their incredible support said Rebecca Fishman Lipsey, president and CEO of The Miami Foundation. “This jersey campaign is an outgrowth of our community’s love for all sports and to rally together. When we connect through this campaign, we’ll create a new team of Floridians passionate to build and strengthen the social and economic fortitude of Greater Miami.”

Participating professional players include Gabe Vincent, Miami Heat; JJ Bleday, Miami Marlins; Robert Taylor, Gregore de Magalhaes Silva, and Leonardo Campana, Inter Miami; Jaelan Phillips, Dophins; and Aleksander Barkov and Sam Reinhart, Florida Panthers.

Funds raised through “Jersey for Miami” will boost the overall dollar amount available to nonprofits that participate in Give Miami Day, on Thursday, November 17, one of the nation’s biggest 24-hour giving events. Last year, Give Miami Day 2021 made history as more than 38,000 donors generously gave over $32 million to champion causes that improve local quality of life and equity.

The contest is simple: now through Friday, November 11, the pros root on the public to be champions and recruit donors to raise money through nine nonprofit categories - animal welfare, arts and culture, economic development, education and youth, environment, equity, faith-based services, health and wellness, and inclusion and community care. The top three fundraisers win a set of five signed jerseys, cash prizes up to $5,000, plus a Give Miami Day gift card to be used on that day so they can further support nonprofits.

This campaign grows the dollars available to nonprofits in advance of Give Miami Day into an extra score for our Bonus Pool that will profit all participating organizations. The Miami Foundation will distribute these extra dollars to nonprofits throughout the event, giving them access to more cash than just what is donated on Give Miami Day.

Details and registration are located at JerseyForMiami.org. Winners will be announced on Give Miami Day.

Whether you like trying new gyms or getting active outdoors, Key Biscayne has a lot of options for you! Here are 10 ways to break a sweat on the island - besides going to the beach!

1. Loop Key Biscayne

Get results with a 50-minute, intense total-body workout done on the MegaFormer. You will use slow and controlled movements with constant tension to work your slow-twitch muscle fibers to failure and every class is different so you never get bored.

2. Miami Kiteboarding

Kiteboard in flat, shallow waters. If you don't know how, lessons are available for all ages. If kiteboarding is too adventurous, can also rent kayaks or paddleboards here.

3. Miloki Flow

Learn how to defend yourself in the modern world with functional movement. All fitness levels can feel empowered and improve their basic movement skills through Jiu Jitsu classes at Miloki Flow.

4. Code of Life

Find a complete coordination of mind, body, and spirit at this studio. Check out a Hardcore class for Pilates with a twist, or try their newest class, Baby + Me Pilates, for a 20 minute express mat Pilates class that can be done without or without your little one. Whichever you take, you will be living the code of life!

5. Crandon Park Tennis Center

Home to the Miami Open until 2018, play on the surrounding courts or even in the stadium. Still working on your tennis game? Lessons are available.

6. Move365

Move, Sweat, Lift, in a HIIT-inspired bootcamp workout or get all the benefits of cardio, endurance, and Pilates with Afternoon Sweat. Move365's class schedule has a variety of reformer and non-reformer classes to keep you having fun with fitness.

7. Bill Baggs Cape Florida State Park

Located at the southern end of Key Biscayne, there are lots of activities to experience at this 400 acre park, including camping, mountain biking, geo-seeking, roller blading, and surfing.

8. Bear Cut Fitness

Make the impossible possible and reach your potential at Bear Cut Fitness. Meet up at the Village Green and try a WOD with a tight-knit fitness community.

9. Crandon Golf Course

Play on this public 18-hole golf course that is as challenging as it is beautiful. There is a lighted driving range you can practice on and golf lessons are available as well.

10. Pilates Zone

Try Aerial Silks at Pilates Zone to improve both functional strength and flexibility. Aerial Silks target a strong engagement and strengthening of the core muscles. Take a group class or schedule a private session.

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And coming soon!

Key Biscayne Fitness

Keep an eye out for this new gym that will be offering circuit training, functional movement, boxing, and more!

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Yoga Joint Midtown opened officially in August. If you haven't already stopped by (and what are you waiting for?!) here are the details on the newest yoga studio in Miami.

‍The experience:

Yoga Joint is a Yogi-owned and operated company that takes great pride in providing outstanding customer service to their members. You don’t just take a Yoga Joint class; you experience a Yoga Joint class! That means immersive sound, state-of-the-art infrared heat systems, shock-absorbent flooring, and lighting that changes color to match the intensity of the class. They owe their 360-degree approach to yoga and fitness to a unique combination of three hot classes – our Flow, FIIT, and Restore.

What makes Yoga Joint unique:

“We have focused on cultivating the ultimate experience for our members - and that begins before you ever walk through the doors. From our customized app that allows you to pick your favorite mat spot, earn YJ credit for referring a friend, or prepare for class with our exclusive pose library, we strive to make your experience easy, positive, uplifting, and motivating.”

You should also know:

Daily, members provide Yoga Joint with positive feedback about their incredible teachers. Yoga Joint knows from experience that it takes strong and dedicated training to create a great teacher. That’s why they have gone to such great lengths to recruit and train those who embody our values, can create an encouraging environment, and possess the skills to make every class feel fresh and new.

Why members love it:

Yoga Joint member Mike Fetherston said, “When I first started doing yoga at Yoga Joint, I could barely touch my toes, was more than 155 pounds overweight...and in poor physical shape... And now, as a 49-year-old guy who was never that physically active, I can hold a handstand for over a minute! I love what my body can do. Because of yoga, I am now in the best shape of my life."

The extras:

Every Yoga Joint studio enjoys complimentary lockers, spa-inspired showers, and change rooms with bath products, hair dryers, towels, and anything else you could possibly need to look and feel your best after class. And if you forgot to bring your favorite post-workout clothes, you can always swing by one of the on-site boutiques.

How to join in:

Your first class is always free. Beyond that, Yoga Joint offers month-to-month membership or class packs.

Location: 

Find Yoga Joint Midtown at 3111 NE 1st Ave #300 in Miami. You can also find Yoga Joint in Fort Lauderdale, Davie, Deerfield Beach, Boca Raton, Hollywood, Pembroke Pines, and Coral Springs. And, in the new year, they will be introducing a new franchise program that will expand Yoga Joint beyond South Florida into new markets.

Where to find Yoga Joint online:

Instagram: @yogajoint

Website: www.yogajoint.com‍

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Infinity Sports Institute in Edgewater is hosting their next health panel, You're Not Crazy, on Saturday, October 29 from 9:30 am until noon. Named for those times when you may have been told you were "crazy" or "making things up" by your doctor or family, this panel will ‍discuss how to navigate your healing journey after your doctors have told you your tests are normal and you still feel like something is wrong.

The industry professionals who will be speaking will go over the variety of holistic practices and methods available and educate guests on the importance of self-advocating. Panel speakers include Founder/Owner of Infinity Sports Institute, Hector Maradiaga, Registered Dietitian, Madison Shaw, RDN, LDN, Founder/CEO of Biohax, Dr. Marcos de Andrade, MD, MBA, CEO of The Root Cause Method, Jillian Acosta, Registered Dietitian/Nutritionist, and President of Self-Mastery Gym and Swergold Advisory, Mitch Swergold.

In addition to learning how to navigate through chronic pain, join the event to network, get a complementary DXA body composition scan, and stretch. You can also check out vendors including Emily Marie Apparel, ViveGreen, ISI Elite Training Miami, Women Run Wynwood, and complimentary products from Suja Juice.

All proceeds will go towards Mr. Psychedelic Law, a non-profit organization that combines medical and spiritual research to drive responsible legal reform in Florida for psilocybin mushrooms and other psychedelics.

To learn more about the event or to register, click here.

Fitness brand 54D will open its first studio in New York City this month, marking the beginning of the company’s national expansion plans.  The new 6,041-square-foot studio will accommodate 120 members per cycle, with a maximum of 30 members per individual class.

With a no-excuses approach, 54D’s signature 54-day program features high intensity group training, nutrition, recovery and community. Celebrating its 10th anniversary this year, 54D has received global acclaim after founder and former professional soccer player Rodrigo Garduño took to Instagram amid pandemic lockdowns and motivated hundreds of thousands of people around the world to stay positive and healthy.

“We have always been a catalyst of transformation. We conceive techniques to train the mind and body and prepare our community (or participants) to break limits to achieve results,” said Garduño, founder and creator of 54D. “Our expansion in New York City seemed like the perfect position to continue the brand's evolution, following our vision to make this program accessible to more people. 54D in New York City will introduce people to the new version of themselves.”

Besides its physical locations, the brand also exploded digitally in over 90 countries with 54D ON, the online version of the brand’s signature 54-day program that offers a state-of-the-art at-home workout experience, and, earlier this year, launched an Amazon Alexa Skill, where users are able to access quick workouts and get inspiration directly from the brand’s founder.

“Since we started offering our online program, we have had so much interest from various markets to bring our on-site program to them,” said Omar Yunes, CEO of 54D. “People want to experience immersive, in-person training. It’s a program unlike any other. We are proud to begin our national expansion and give people the opportunity to try the program on-site. We felt New York City was the perfect place to kick off our expansion and are excited to open our doors this fall.”

The New York City studio will be located at 125 W. 25th Street. 54D currently has multiple studios in Miami, Mexico, Colombia, and is slated to open in Los Angeles and Broward County in 2023. For more information, visit www.54d.com.

Mimi Ghandour, founder of online yoga platform and lifestyle brand Mimi Yoga, has announced the opening of Mimi Yoga Studio, her first brick and mortar hot yoga studio. Located in the heart of Wynwood, Mimi Yoga Studio is scheduled to open on Monday, October 31.

Unveiling a safe, welcoming space that celebrates community, kindness, authenticity, inclusivity, and a sense of lightness is Ghandour’s longtime dream brought to life. “I am honored to have cultivated a global community that allows like-minded people to connect with one another from around the world,” she says. “I wanted to create a physical space that will serve as a home for this community and for anyone seeking true connection, both on and off the mat.”

When entering Mimi Yoga Studio, guests are embraced by an oversized, white oak archway, a design theme that carries throughout the studio. Behind the frosted glass doors leading to the practice room, an immediate sense of serenity washes over. Before even stepping onto their mat, aquamarine travertine floors and ombre, ocean blue walls lull yogis into a sea of tranquility, allowing them to ‘go deep’ – deep into practice, deep into breath, deep into self. A warm glow from LED-illuminated mirrors enhances the depth of connection.

The studio is equipped with storage lockers to safely store belongings, open cubbies for students to store their shoes, as well as a shower for those who need to quickly freshen up post-class. Mats, towels, blocks and ankle weights will be available. An array of merchandise by rotating local artists and women-owned businesses will be available at the studio’s store.

Known for her signature power flows, enchanting mantras, and positive, infectious energy, Mimi will lead classes, teacher trainings and workshops in the studio. With multiple classes held throughout the day, seven days per week, she has also curated a lineup of several, sought-after Miami instructors who each bring their unique expertise to the Mimi Yoga Studio. Classes are designed for students of all levels and include power vinyasa, vinyasa flow, and restorative. Students will seal their practice with a complimentary cold, rose essential oil-infused towel placed gently on their foreheads during final resting pose, savasana.

The studio will also serve as home to Mimi’s Yoga Alliance-certified, 200-Hour Mimi Yoga Teacher Training program. Mimi has certified 170 yoga students both in-person and online since her first teacher training in 2021. Her sixth, 10-week yoga teacher training began October 3.

Mimi Yoga Studio will also host events, including a free, monthly community class for the public. The class schedule and pricing can be found on MimiYoga.com and classes can be booked through the MINDBODY app.

Mimi Yoga Studio is located at 278 NW 27th Street in Miami. Visit mimiyoga.com for more information and follow on Instagram at @mimiyogastudio and @mimiyoga_official.

Peloton is going to start selling its bikes, treadmills and other products in Dick’s Sporting Goods locations. While there is no launch date yet, they are aiming to have Peloton products in more than 100 Dick’s stores in time for the holiday shopping season.

The collaboration will make Dick’s the first brick-and-mortar retailer outside of its namesake stores to carry Peloton equipment. Peloton had long been an exclusively direct-to-consumer business before it began selling its products on Amazon in August.

Dick’s will carry Peloton’s Bike, Bike+, Tread, and Guide, as well as bike shoes and exercise mats, the companies announced last week.

“This partnership [with Dick’s] is a natural fit for our brand and our Member acquisition goals,” said Jen Parker, Peloton’s senior vice president of global direct sales.

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To read the entire article on CNBC by Jack Stebbins, click here.

lululemon is launching a new service to connect members to the most dynamic fitness content, community and products—at home, in person and on the go. lululemon Studio will build upon more than 10,000 on demand and live-streamed classes that have been available with a MIRROR subscription, adding content from fitness and wellness partners across North America.

“Our guests’ fitness needs have evolved and lululemon Studio is solving for them by providing members with access to fitness content from our world-class trainers and studio partners at home, on the go and live in studios around North America. lululemon Studio unlocks the versatility our community has told us they are looking for now. No longer will you have to choose between going to your favorite studio or streaming a class at home—you can have both,” said Nikki Neuburger, Chief Brand Officer, lululemon.

lululemon Studio members will have access to some of the most sought-after studios online and in person from AARMY, Y7 Studio, DOGPOUND, FORWARD__Space, Pure Barre, Rumble, AKT and YogaSix. Members will be able to stream new weekly classes from these partners as well as sign up for discounted classes in person at the studios’ brick-and-mortar locations.

“MIRROR has always been one of the most flexible platforms that can adapt to changing fitness trends. With lululemon Studio, we’re expanding our offering to solve for our guests’ needs, extending our relationships with new studio partners and our ambassadors to add hundreds of hours of content in one place, while providing access to in-person studio classes for the ultimate hybrid experience,” said Michael Aragon, Chief Executive Officer, lululemon Digital Fitness. “We see lululemon Studio as being the daily go-to destination for experiencing the most dynamic content from the industry’s top trainers and studios, covering a range of fitness genres for all levels.”

Also launching on October 5 is the new lululemon Membership program. All lululemon guests in North America are invited to sign up for a lululemon Essential Membership for free. This program enhances the guest experience by unlocking shopping perks, community experiences, and access to select lululemon Studio classes at no cost. Members also get early access to product drops, receipt-free returns in store, and more.

lululemon Studio Membership, which requires the Studio Mirror, is $39/month and provides members with the most immersive experience, including:

• All the lululemon Essential Membership benefits
• Unlimited access to content from lululemon Studio and its partners
• 10% off lululemon purchases*
• Special discounts to attend in-person classes at lululemon Studio partner locations
• Unlimited access to classes held in lululemon experiential stores, as well as additional benefits accessible through the lululemon Studio Mirror, app and in-person experiences.

Existing MIRROR members will automatically become lululemon Studio members, unlocking more value at the same monthly price. Get a 30-day trial by clicking here.

You can also check the Mirror out for yourself at any of our local South Florida lululemon stores, including Aventura, Lincoln Road, and Merrick Park.

Get ready to Tremble in more places! South Florida's fitness chain Tremble announced some exciting new locations today via Instagram.

The local brand is known for their full body workouts that combine the best of strength training, cardio, and Pilates-inspired moves on reformers. Now Tremble will be opening their first out of state studio in New York City and their first West Coast location in Nevada. The new Trembles will be opening as early as January 2023.

These announcements were in addition to the news of their two new South Florida studios, opening soon in Aventura and in the heart of Midtown.

Tremble currently has locations in Miami Beach, Coral Gables, Midtown, North Miami, South Miami, Coconut Grove, and Brickell. Learn more at makeittremble.com or follow them on Instagram at @makeittremble_.