Kait Vadenais

As we emerge from multiple waves of the pandemic, people are looking to not only change their nutrition habits but their lifestyle habits. The one app to help you achieve your ideal summer body and find a fit companion is the TeamUp Fitness community.

Numerous blogs will tell you the basics: stay hydrated, workout plans, diet tips, and how to record your progress. An article by Shape presented a 30-step plan on how to achieve your ideal summer body, which includes nutrition plans, varying workouts and training with a workout buddy.

However, TeamUp Fitness is the one resource you'll need to get your summer body back. The app was launched as a social, lifestyle, and fitness connection dating platform and has continued to develop into a place where the fitness community can come together - especially during a time when gyms are slowly opening back up, people are realizing they've lost their healthy habits and gained weight from the pandemic, and people are trying to get back into going to the gym and fitness centers or even picking back up their at-home-equipment.  

All the plans presented above and across varying blogs are available in one place on the TeamUp Fitness App. Features of the app include a section to connect with a nutritionist who can create the ideal diet to drop some of those pandemic pounds. Another feature is the chance to connect with Fitness trainers who are available to provide workout tips and develop a workout program based on your fitness goals.

"The fitness world is filled with hundreds of different nutrition plans and workout plans. However, the TeamUp Fitness app brings all the expertise of the fitness industry into the palm of your hands," said Frank Peperno, Chief Marketing Officer of TeamUp Fitness. "This one app provides users leading-class expertise from personal trainers and nutritionists to help everyone achieve a healthy lifestyle and get that Summer Body you've always wanted with the right team and partner."

TeamUp Fitness is available for download today on the Apple Store or Google Play Store.

RIDE Miami is now offering spin classes at UNKNWN in Wynwood. Classes officially launched on April 5 at the outdoor space, offering you a chance to connect with yourself and others.

The space features state-of-the-art speakers, and customized videos for a fully interactive experience right across from the Wynwood Walls. RIDE Miami has the goal of providing an immersive experience, activating all of the senses to motivate you, to excite you and to push beyond athletic and conventional boundaries.

Bikes are spaced apart and spin shoes are complementary. There are also lockers and changing rooms available.

Right now, they are offering a special RIDE Starter Pack for $25, giving you two classes for the price of one. There are also other class packages available.

Classes are held at 261 NW 26th Street. For more information or to check out their upcoming schedule, head to ride-miami.com or find them on Instagram at @ridemiami.

Is there anything better than breakfast food? From sweet and savory, to fresh and healthy, here are 6 brunch spots you need to try in Miami.

1. Thatch

Enjoy an organic, plant-based menu filled with energy-dense superfoods and local ingredients. With both indoor and outdoor seating and open Tuesday through Sunday, find Thatch at 3255 NE 1st Avenue.

TRY:

Banana Almond Pancakes (they're gluten free!) - banana, almond butter, coconut vanilla cream, caramel sauce, and maple syrup

Thatch McMuffin served with mixed greens -toasted whole wheat English muffin, just egg, tomato, sausage, cheddar cheese, herbed cashew cream, and pickled jalapeño

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2. Bebitos

Find bistro classics and delicious pastries at Bebitos, located at 1504 Bay Road. They have their own signature coffee blend for a signature cafécito or traditional café con leche. There is also a variety of seating that makes it perfect for getting work done or hanging with friends.

TRY:

Fried Egg Croissant - egg sandwich with brie, prosciutto, honey mustard, arugula, and caramelized onions

The Elena - egg sandwich with roasted adobo turkey, strawberry jam, and provolone

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3. Café Americano

With outdoor dining on Collins Ave, the views and people-watching are a great way to start your day. If you like your brunch to be a little boozy, Café Americano has a unique Bloody Mary and a full bar. Find it at 1776 Collins Avenue.

TRY:

Carrot Cake French Toast - three slices of thick cut brioche, griddled in spiced batter, carrot, raisin and pecan cream cheese filling and candied carrots

Huevos Rancheros - crispy corn tortillas, two eggs any style, black beans, chorizo, ranchero salsa, cotija, avocado, colatro, and pico de gallo

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4. Natura Eatery

Find lots of healthy treats at this little spot at 75 NE 16th Street. Open from 9 am - 9pm everyday, the menu uses local and farm-raised ingredients. Look out for their weekly specials or try their acai bowls.

TRY:

Mixed Berry Almond Butter Toast - multigrain toast with almond butter spread topped with fresh strawberries, blueberries,

Coconut Waffles - gluten-free waffles topped with bananas and coconut flakes

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5. Pura Vida

A go-to spot for healthy and delicious food in Miami. With several locations in Miami, they offer all-day breakfast and a peaceful ambiance. You can also find quick grab-and-go options like juices, smoothies, coffee, and tea.

TRY:

Perfect Egg Sandwich - toasted bagel scooped, eggs, mozzarella, arugula, avocado smash, tomato, olive oil

Overnight Oats - oats, shaved coconut, almond milk, and chia seed topped with strawberry, blueberry, homemade vegan granola, and almond butter drizzle

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6. Sagrado

This dog-friendly café has a giant outdoor patio in downtown Miami at 900 Biscayne Boulevard. The menu has a mix of Brazilian specialties and classic breakfast favorites. There is a reason there is always a line on the weekends.

TRY:

Sagrado Waffle - Belgian style waffle served with dulce de leche, Brigadeiro, berries, and whipped cream

Avocado Toast - Sesame toast, tomatoes confit, burrata, avocado, and microgreens

Did you know that uneaten food is the third-largest contributor to climate change? At the same time, uneaten food impacts businesses at all levels. As environmental awareness increases and consumer eating habits are changing, the new app Lovvett aims to create a win-win situation for consumers, businesses, and our planet.

Lovvett is helping local Miami restaurants to reduce food waste and turn surplus food into more revenue for businesses, while offering consumers great food for less and contributing to building more sustainable communities.

Did you know that 30-40% of all food produced in the US is wasted? Even if everyone in need was fed, still there would be surplus that ends in landfills.  Restaurants are one of the primary sources of food waste.

Lovvett was started by a local husband and wife team in Coral Gables. The goal is to contribute to more sustainable communities and ensure conscious consumption. The app enables South Floridians to order and enjoy great food at heavily discounted prices, while benefiting restaurant partners by giving them additional revenue for food items that might otherwise go to waste.

Since Miami is a cultural melting pot, almost every ethnic cuisine is represented with new restaurants continuing to be added.  There is even a filter on the app for any food allergies.

After downloading Lovvett, it is as easy as browsing meals, placing your order, and picking up your food within the designated time window. Some of the restaurants on the app include Miam Miami, DBakers, Rodilla Wynwood, and Spris Artisan and deals are upwards of 50% off, changing daily.

Now you can get $5 off your first $15+ order one week after downloading Lovvett.

Lovvett is looking to start offering the regular menus from participating restaurants alongside their surplus deals. They will start to offer delivery and hope to expand services nationwide. Click here to download the app or visit their website at lovvett.com.

Traditional Jamaican meets health-conscientious with Jrk! in Aventura. This new restaurant has chef-inspired dishes using high-quality ingredients in a fast-casual environment. 

Owner Harrison Berstein grew up loving Jamaican cuisine, influenced by Kavan Burke. Kavan Burke housed Wayne Sharpe for free when he initially moved here from Jamaica until he moved to Atlanta to open his first restaurant. Once Harrison and Kavan decided to join forces and open Jrk!, they convinced Wayne to move back to Miami and the rest was history.

At Jrk! your meal is served bowl-style with a combination of bases, proteins, and toppings. Choose from one of the signature bowls, or make your own. Proteins include Jerk BBQ, Jamrock Pepper Steak, and Oxtail. For vegans, there is even Vegan Jerk. Some of the mouth-watering topping options are Pineapple Plantain, Cabbage Slaw, Pineapple Mango Salsa, Sweet Scotch Bonnet Cauliflower, and Jerk Peppers and Onion. Top off your bowl with a number of sauces with names like Rude Boy and The Tropics.

Finish your meal with a chocolate or pineapple 305 Rum Cake. The restaurant also carries a range of juices, Jamaican sodas, beer, and wine.

Jrk! is open from 11:30 am - 8 pm Sunday through Wednesday, and 11:30 am - 8:30 pm Thursday through Saturday.

Find Jrk! on the third-floor food hall at the Aventura Mall, 19565 Biscayne Blvd, Aventura. For more information head to eatjrk.com or check them out on social media at @eatjrk on Instagram and Facebook and even TikTok.

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We spoke to Matt Rosenberg Passe about a South Beach club without long lines and cover fees. That club is the South Beach Track Club and everyone is invited to join in. Passe is the co-leader and coach of this popular club that meets weekly and is free to join. Check out all of the details below!

1) How did the club get started? When and where? How many members did you have then compared to now?

"South Beach Track Club began as it is currently in January of 2014 after the Flamingo Park Track, on Alton Road and 11th street, was resurfaced and upgraded from the cement track that it used to be into the beautiful track that it now is. When we started, we let people know by a mix of social media and word of mouth - as we do today. We started probably with 10-20 runners per session. We grew to, before Covid-19, up to a max of 75 or so members on a given night, but usually between 40-60 or so. Now during Covid, we have adapted to include social distancing and adjusted workouts to reduce close interactions and are usually in the mid-to upper 30s per night."

2) What is your background in track/running if any?

"I have always loved to run. As a kid, it was always fun to race and run fast, and then I joined the track team at Killian High School my senior year and learned to run the 400m. I ran on the University of Miami track team my freshman year and competed in the 800m. After that, I have always loved to run and to be a part of something fun and athletic that brings people together. I have competed in many 5Ks, 10Ks, half marathons, and the New York, Chicago and Miami Marathons as well as many triathlons. I have the pleasure to co-coach the club with Mark Gomes under normal non-Covid circumstances. Mark is the former 2016 world masters champion in the 400 meters and is a true expert in the science of training for track and field as well as a good friend."

3) What does a typical "practice" look like each week?

"Each Monday at 7 PM, we start near the start/finish line at the Flamingo Park track and begin with a two-lap warm-up jog, then dynamic stretches and speed technique drills. These days during Covid, we are targeting a total time workout that usually is 25:00 and will feature a variety of speed intervals that are followed by a 100m walk recovery. We also have rolling starts and have designed the workout so that people are not grouped close together during the start or finish of the workout. For example, last night our workout was 800m/600m/400m/600m/400m/ then repeat 200m intervals until a total time of 25:00 was reached (each followed by a 100m recovery walk). Each week is different, and this allows each group member to get the most out of each workout depending on their fitness level and total time. We finish every workout with an intense core workout and a stretch session."

4) What should our readers know if they would like to attend?

"Everyone is welcome regardless of speed or fitness level. We love to bring everyone together to have fun running with fantastic people from all over the world and mix in a lot of encouragement and a personal touch for each and every runner who comes by to join in."

5) Anything else you want readers to know about the track club?

"South Beach Track Club is free, and our workouts usually go from 7 PM - 8:20 PM or so. Free parking is on 12th street next to the track and also in the parking lot next to the pool and tennis courts on 11th street. We can be found on Instagram @southbeachtrackclub and on Facebook at South Beach Track Club. Each workout is posted about before and after on Facebook and after as well on Instagram."

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54D will be rewarding frontline workers for their extraordinary effort during the current COVID-19 pandemic by granting nominees free access to their online program.

Launched March 12, the “Heroes” initiative will offer frontline workers the possibility to get their daily exercise done safely at home while they continue pushing forward in face of the current challenges. 54D will grant 5,400 select candidates access to their signature online program 54D ON. The first selected participants will join the Gen 16 starting March 29, with thousands of other frontline workers joining during the course of several successive generations of 54D ON.

“Throughout all of 2020, we have seen how millions of brave women and men from all over the world have risen to face the challenges presented by the pandemic,” said Rodrigo Garduño, founder at 54D. “It is now time to recognize their gargantuan effort, by providing them a platform to reward themselves for all of the love and dedication they have provided to others, caring for their lives.”

Frontline participants of 54D ON will be guided every single day with daily tasks, with the 54D team monitoring their progress and activity through the platform. 54D ON delivers results through a no-excuses, full-commitment approach to fitness.  The first selected participants will join 54D ON’s 16th Generation, starting March 29 with thousands of other frontline workers joining during the course of several successive generations of 54D ON

“This is the best way for us to say ‘thank you’ to all of the frontline workers who have put their lives on hold for a full year, sacrificing their own needs for the sake of others,” said Garduño “We are a global human transformation movement, therefore those caring for other people’s lives deserve our utmost respect”.

54D's 9-week online program is divided into three specialized areas including physical training, as well as tutorials on nutrition and recovery. The program was developed to offer existing members and newcomers an opportunity to follow the brand’s high-intensity programs from anywhere around the globe at any time of day.

The call is now open to frontline workers from all over the world at www.54d.com/heroes. Friends and family of frontline workers will be able to nominate their heroes using the hashtag #54Dheroes, to be considered for 5,400 free 54D ON programs.  

“We want to thank all of the frontline workers for not giving up, for being our heroes,” said 54D CEO Omar Yunes. “This is why we want to recognize them with a free transformation program, as a way of thanking them for their strength, commitment and courage, focused on saving lives every day.”

54D currently has locations in Coral Gables, Colombia, and Mexico, and recently announced plans for a second South Florida location in the Miami Design District as part of its U.S. expansion plans.

Global fundraising run Wings for Life will be held on May 9, 2021, virtually through their app. While participants will be running alone, the app connects the global field of participants and offers an integrated listening experience.

“I think it's great that the Wings for Life World Run is happening this year no matter what. This means runners already have a goal and motivation at the start of the 2021 running season, both of which are incredibly important for regular training”, said Sebastian Coe, President of World Athletics. “Running has become an important outlet for many people, especially during these challenging times. And the event also links participants virtually across all national borders. This has always been an important responsibility of sport.”

During the Wings for Life World Run, all runners and wheelchair users start at exactly the same time of 11:00 UTC. 30 minutes after the start gun, the Catcher Car gets going and starts its chase of participants. It will gradually get faster and pass participant after participant. Once passed by the Catcher Car, you have successfully completed the run. Everyone is a finisher in the Wings for Life World Run. 

Since 2014, the Wings for Life World Run community has been running together every May for those who can't. Whether as part of a Flagship Run, Organized App Run, or simply individually by taking part with the App, with their entry fees, the runners and wheelchair users support the Wings for Life foundation with the goal to find a cure for spinal cord injuries. 

“I’m really looking forward to this year and the Wings for Life World Run. Not only because we do good together, but also because it is incredible fun being part of the run,” said Anita Gerhardter, CEO of Wings for Life. “Covid-19 presented us with many restrictions. Fortunately, many of them are only temporary. People with spinal cord injuries, on the other hand, have to struggle with severe limitations throughout their lives. We want to change that. That’s why I’m excited about anyone joining us on May 9 and helping us to find a cure.” 

So far, a total of 700,000 registered participants from 195 nations has been recorded, 4.3 million miles have been run and close to $36 million have been received by Wings for Life in the form of entry fees and donations.

Set your own personal goal, sign up for this year’s race, or find out more information at their website www.wingsforlifeworldrun.com.

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House of Transformation is making it easy for you to start living a more healthy lifestyle. Regardless of where you are at in your fitness journey, House of Transformation will help you thrive.

Located in the Edgewater neighborhood of Miami, House of Transformation falls right in between group fitness and personal training. They call their style assisted coaching and it means more customization and accountability at a more affordable price point.

The magic behind the transformations at this gym is the strategy that the owners and trainers put into creating a healthy lifestyle. During the first session, an InBody machine is used to determine body fat percentage and set a realistic goal. All new members start with a three-week introductory plan meant to get them comfortable with both the gym and a regular workout routine.

"From there, it is all about making the process as simple as possible so that it becomes a ritual for someone," said House of Transformation owner and coach Luis Buron.

All members have a custom workout to follow based on their own personal goals and needs. Workouts are provided to members via an app and are updated every three weeks. The goal of programming that way is to foster comfortability and encourage progressive overloading, which Buron says is how the real body recomposition takes place. Over time, members are encouraged to add components to their routine, including setting nutritional goals or incorporating outside workouts. 

Personal connection is very important at House of Transformation and even the floor coaches are very hands-on. At any given time, there is one trainer on the floor to a maximum of 4 trainees, and they are assisting members with weights and form.  In addition to the assisted coaching, there is also the option to train one-on-one with a personal trainer.

"What I love about the House is that we don’t have anything special. Yet when you look at our schedule almost every single hour is sold out," said Buron. "The value we provide is different - it’s the energy and connection you feel when you walk in, the clarity in the plan specifically for you, and the certainty of creating change because we test our strategies. We don’t sell you a result, we invite you to the journey."

Coaching is available on a package basis at $29 per session and there are no contracts or minimum commitments. Right now new members get their first two sessions free.

Keep things simple and check out House of Transformation at 350 NE 24th St Unit 102 in Miami, online at houseot.com or on Instagram at @house.of.transformation.

Ky Evans has a long background in fitness and now he is bringing his expertise to the Miami community. While he can be found coaching at FORM50 Fitness in Midtown, Evans also has a lot going on as a group fitness strategist and Chief Educational Officer for Group Fitness Academy. 

Evans, a trained ballet dancer who minored in ballet in college, translated his love of movement to a passion for fitness. In Los Angeles, Evans grew his following and regularly had month-long waiting lists for his classes. His client roster included names like Ronda Rousey, Jonathan Van Ness, and Paris Hilton. 

“I was homeless for a few years in Los Angeles, living in and out of my car up to the age of 34, battling a few demons,” said Evans. “It was group fitness that saved me.  It gave me hope and that’s what I want to instill in everyone else – hope, that if you’re brave enough to fail in front of strangers, you really can do anything.”

Most recently pre-COVID, Evans had been traveling the country helping group fitness coaches and owners through in-studio private seminars. He is interested in giving back to the fitness community by sharing his knowledge, experience, and even missteps with other instructors and studio owners around the world. That was his goal in co-founding Group Fitness Academy (GFA), a source for on-demand online courses and strategy sessions for fitness professionals.

Through GFA, Evans and his team are transforming trainers into “enterTRAINers” by helping them design their own branded workout experience, create their own loyal following, and improve their retention and attrition rates.

“I made a lot of mistakes in my career and I’ve definitely learned from them and now I want to give back and help other coaches not make those same mistakes,” said Evans. “I had to hit rock bottom in Austin and lose everything to realize the purpose of being a true coach.”

While Evans had a phase of never wanting to share his knowledge, he is now happy to mentor coaches, clients, and owners, and empower them. He believes in always being at the service of his community and strives to create an all-inclusive fitness industry where every BODY is welcome. Evans also thinks that there is no greater time than today’s uncertain climate to come together as a fitness community. 

“I’m looking forward to people coming back to workout in studios and gyms.  Don’t get me wrong I love online workouts and education… But there is something that just can’t be replaced by being in person and together,” said Evans, who is planning upcoming rooftop workouts and coaching retreats at the Moxy Hotel in South Beach.

“And of course – I’m looking forward to exploring the fitness and food scene in Miami.  I definitely plan to get out to Muscle Beach and check out a lot of the boutique fitness studios all around. I couldn’t love this community more!  Everyone is amazing – there is so much talent among the coaches, clients, and brands.  I’ve been welcomed with open arms among the fitness community in Miami and I couldn’t be more grateful."

More information on Ky Evans and the Group Fitness Academy can be found on Instagram, KyEvans.com, and Facebook.

JETSET MIAMI is partnering with the Centner Family to open their newest and fifth location in Edgewater, Miami. Located at 2063 Biscayne Blvd, 2nd Floor, this follows the opening of JETSET’s largest studio in Sunset Harbour last September. 

Leila and David Centner, founders of the David and Leila Centner Family Foundation Inc. and Centner Academy, have partnered with JETSET MIAMI, becoming one of the company’s newest investors and part-owner. 

“We felt Edgewater is a perfect spot to continue our growth in the core Miami market:  Edgewater is central and has seen a tremendous increase in the population of younger professionals and families,” said Tamara Galinsky, founder of JETSET MIAMI.

JETSET MIAMI uses custom reformers to merge strength training, Pilates, and cardio in a modern Pilates method. The studio creates its own training program and holds training for new instructors every three months. 

The company currently has four other studios located throughout Miami, in Brickell, South Miami, Miami Beach, and Sunset Harbour. Reformers at all studios have been spaced apart to respect clients’ personal space, health, and safety during the COVID pandemic. 

“JETSET method is particularly growing during this pandemic as it allows customers to stay on their dedicated JETSET reformer, and feel safe, all while experiencing one of the most effective full-body conditioning fitness classes available today,” stated Galinsky. “Classes are small with 10- 12 people per class.” 

Look out for pre-opening specials! For more information on JETSET MIAMI, head to www.jetsetmiami.com or check them out on Instagram at @jetset_miami_pilates.

F45 Training will be opening in Brickell at 923 Brickell Avenue at the end of this month. An official grand opening event is targeted for Saturday, February 20, and will feature local vendors and a live DJ. This will be the gym franchise’s newest location in Miami.

For those not familiar with F45 Training, the concept is a functional, full-body workout done within a time-efficient, 45-minute session. The high-intensity group workouts are results-driven with the goal to improve energy levels, metabolic rate, strength, and endurance.

Every F45 gym across the globe does the same daily workout, with specific days focusing on cardio training and others focused on strength training. There is enough variety that no two workouts are ever the same.

The 4,000 square foot Brickell facility will also have showers and restrooms, as well as cubby storage bins and a retail counter with apparel. While there is no parking on-site, valet will be available at the Plaza Apartment building for $5.

The most popular membership is the monthly unlimited which gives members access to classes 7 days a week. There are also class packages available and first-timers can take advantage of the $7 for 7 days introductory offer.

Of course, healthy and safety will be at the forefront of F45’s opening, with procedures in place to ensure that your workout is as safe as can be.

“This fitness boutique is a community. It’s fun, trendy, intense, and you come out feeling like you performed at your peak with a healthy endorphin rush and a bit of euphoria you carry with you the rest of the day,” says Jack Coffey, head trainer at F45 Brickell.

For more information on the workout or the grand opening, check out https://f45training.com/brickell/home or on Instagram at @f45_training_brickell.

Pura Vida opened their sixth all-day cafe location in West Palm Beach this winter.   The opening of this new outpost arrives on the heels of Pura Vida’s latest opening on West Avenue in Miami Beach this past October, as the brand looks to continue growing its footprint across South Florida.

Located at 460 S Rosemary Avenue, Pura Vida West Palm Beach will inhabit 2,500 square feet of the newly rebranded Rosemary Square. This location is designed in Pura Vida’s signature breezy aesthetic that includes a cornerless NanaWall for a truly indoor-outdoor experience.

What began as a side passion project in 2012 for founder Omer Horev, has grown into a wellness hub for South Floridians, providing an array of all-day breakfast menu items, superfood smoothies, fresh juices, flavorful salads, wraps, and bowls, along with a wide variety of gluten-free and vegan sweet treats, sourced using all local and organic ingredients whenever available.

Pura Vida was originally established in Miami Beach and has since launched several locations in the Miami Design District, Edgewater, South Beach, in Coral Gables at the University of Miami, and in West Avenue in Miami Beach. 

 “We are so excited about the debut of our West Palm Beach location, especially in such a walkable area like Rosemary Square,” states Horev, Chief Executive Officer at Pura Vida. “This marks Pura Vida’s first cafe outside of Miami and a huge milestone for the Pura Vida brand. We have always had big plans in the works for expansion, and it’s great to see those come to fruition while continuing to positively impact the local economy.”

“At Pura Vida, we pride ourselves on providing a welcoming space, where visitors can enjoy healthy and nourishing dishes, sourced from the highest quality ingredients,” states Jennifer Horev, Chief Brand Officer at Pura Vida. "This year, our brand has shown how strong and resilient we are, and we can't wait to welcome residents and visitors of West Palm Beach, and the surrounding area into our space to experience what we have to offer."

 Pura Vida plans to welcome three more locations in the coming months including establishments in Aventura, Bay Harbour, and Las Olas. Pura Vida West Palm Beach is located at 460 S Rosemary Ave., Suite 186, West Palm Beach, FL 33401. Hours of operation will be 8 AM - 4 PM daily with both delivery and pick up available through the Pura Vida app. For more information, please visit www.PuraVidaMiami.com. 

Carrot Express opened their doors in Downtown Dadeland this week, bring their nourishing foods to South Miami in a 7th location. Since 1993, Carrot Express founder Mario Laufer has been on a mission to create Miami’s healthiest dishes with a flavorful twist.

The Downtown Dadeland location is 1,800 square feet featuring indoor and outdoor seating as well as takeout and delivery. The space will incorporate the similar relaxed atmosphere of Carrot Express featuring their branded colors of orange and green.

The menu has something for every kind of dietary restriction including a wide range of salads, smoothies, bowls, wraps, fresh pressed juices and smoothies.

Laufer is thrilled to grow the wholesome legacy throughout South Florida. “We are so excited for this new chapter of Carrot Express! We feel a lot of the neighborhoods we’re expanding to (like Downtown Dadeland) are lacking in healthier cuisine and we want to help fill that void,” he shared.

By the end of February 2021, the healthy empire looks to unveil their first location outside of Miami in Boca Raton. Later this year, additional outposts will debut in CityPlace Doral, Brickell, Weston, Kendall, and Fort Lauderdale. Currently, Carrot Express has locations in Downtown Miami, Midtown, South Beach, North Beach, Aventura, Coral Gables and Miami Shores.

Laufer also added, “People are becoming more conscious about what we put into our bodies and we want to help support their healthy choices.”

Downtown Dadeland is located at 8880 SW 72nd Pl., Kendall, FL 33156. Hours of operation are Monday through Sunday, 11 am until 9 pm. Deliver and takeout orders can be made directly through the Carrot Express website or via ChowNow, Toast, Postmates, UberEats and GrubHub.

Stay updated on their future openings and visit www.EatCarrotExpress.com or follow along on Instagram @CarrotExpress.

Take a break from your Peloton classes and check out one of these nine studios for a spin class in 2021.

RedBike

(Pictured Above) Inspired by the Magic City itself, find the culture and sounds of Miami in a class at RedBike. Join the RedPack for weekly all-Latin rides or check out their new outdoor classes on the Miami River in Brickell.

• Locations: Midtown, Brickell 

SoulCycle

Tap it back at the spin studio everyone needs to try at least once. Find out why the devoted set their alarms for Mondays at noon to book their weekly classes. Check out SoulOutside on Miami Beach for an outdoor class.

• Locations: Miami Beach, Coral Gables, Brickell 

Equinox

Cycle Beats will have you moving to the beat in a high-intensity class. Cycle Power brings the unpredictability of real roads for a results-driven ride.

• Locations: Coral Gables, South Beach, Brickell, Brickell Heights 

Rukus Cycling

Step into the Cyclearena for a sweat-intensive workout at Rukus Cycling. Try the Rukus ImPulse classes and travel through five heart rate zones with RPMs dictated by the rhythm. Can't make a designated class time? Ride on-demand in a private room at the studio.

• Location: Coral Gables 

CycleBar

Find a CycleBar near you and rock your ride regardless of your indoor cycling experience. With classes for just about every mood, take a Performance class if you're feeling competitive, or unplug with a Connect ride that has you riding to the beat.

• Locations:  Aventura, Doral, Pembroke Pines, West Kendall, Fort Lauderdale, Weston, Davie, and Boca Raton

VirtuRide

Ride roads across the world on bikes that simulate the motion of the outdoors at VirtuRide. A mega screen projects the views and your bike tilts, inclines, and declines for a realistic outdoor riding experience indoors.

• Location: North Miami Beach 

Ride Element

RE-charge your body and RE-discover your strength at Ride Element. In addition to their regular schedule of varied classes, don't miss their pop up activations across Fort Lauderdale for unique spin experiences. If you're in the studio, be sure to grab some cold brew coffee or kombucha on tap.

• Location: Fort Lauderdale 

Revolve Fitness

RealRyder bikes are the star of the show at Revolve Fitness. Enjoy a full-body workout experience with bikes that move. The extra mobility works you across three planes of movement and gives you variety you can't get on a traditional stationary bike.

• Location: Coral Springs 

Spenga

Spenga is perfect if you like to mix spin into a well-balanced routine. Classes here incorporate spin, weights, and yoga for a 60-minute session that promises to maximize your results.

• Locations: Fort Lauderdale and Boca Raton

Get back to your quality of life with help from Chainwork in North Miami. A physical rehabilitation facility, Chainwork prioritizes musculoskeletal resilience and durability, empowering the body to sustain and optimize movement.

Chainwork mixes traditional, proven techniques with cutting-edge theory and technology which creates a wide range of services for patients.  Chainwork is located in the space adjacent to ADAPT. Both facilities are in the same building and share some of the same common spaces meaning clients have easy access to therapy, recovery, fitness, and other services.

Some of their traditional services include stretch therapy, massage therapy, chiropractic, and physical therapy. Some of their more cutting-edge services include:

Blood Flow Restriction (BFR)

Cuff-assisted muscle training used to prevent venous return while maintaining arterial outflow via low-load training

Cupping

Decompression used to alleviate pain associated with myofascial adhesions and soft tissue restrictions

Normatec Recovery System

Minimize post-workout soreness with sequential compression sleeves for upper and lower extremities

Gameready

Cold compression system to control inflammation and soreness

Compex Electrical Stimulation

Sensory nerve stimulation (TENS), motor nerve stimulation, neuromuscular re-education (NMES)

Chainwork also offers recovery services including a recovery lounge, sauna, and cold plunge.

Check out Chainwork at 14901 NE 20th Avenue in North Miami or online at chainworkphysio.com.

Looking to develop long lean muscles, strengthen your core, and improve your posture? Grab your grip socks and head to one of these nine can't-miss Pilates classes in South Florida.

Tremble Pilates

Tremble is committed to making stronger, healthier, and more flexible bodies and minds. Workouts range from 45 minutes to an hour of reformer fun with full-body signature classes or lower or upper body focused classes. Check out their newest location inside Anatomy Midtown.

• Locations: Miami Beach, North Miami, Coral Gables, Midtown

JetSet Pilates

JetSet classes deliver resistance conditioning, cardio, and Pilates all in one non-stop, 50-minute class. Create a more sculpted you by working your muscles to failure on their custom reformer. As they say on their website, the best things in life make you sweat!

• Locations: Sunset Harbour, Brickell, South Miami, Miami Beach

Club Pilates

Club Pilates can be found across South Florida with a range of class offerings. Try CP F.I.T. for a bootcamp-style, face-paced class designed to enjoy maximized results and burn more calories in less time. 

• Locations: Brickell, Coral Gables, Sunny Isles, South Miami, Aventura, Doral, Hollywood Beach, Kendall

Solidcore

Your core will be the focus during Solidcore’s high-energy sequencing on their custom reformer called Sweatlana. The blue studio lights and playlist full of recent jams will almost distract you from what has been called the hardest workout.

• Locations: Aventura, Midtown, Boca Raton
  

Transition Pilates

Transition your mind and transition your body at Transition Pilates. You might spend time on a reformer, tower, or chair at this studio. Transition Pilates also offers pre and post-natal Pilates classes.

• Location: Coral Gables

Pilates in the Grove

This studio wants to empower you to live the healthy, pain-free, and fit lifestyle you deserve. Class will leave you feeling strong, stretched, and energized so you can get into the best shape of your life.

•  Locations: Coconut Grove and South Miami

Pilates One

Pilates One incorporates springs, pulleys, straps, and other props during classes to keep your body evolving. Strengthen while gaining flexibility and never get bored. Try their CIRCUIT 3A’s: Arms, Abs, Ass class to sculpt those desired places.

•  Location: Coconut Grove

Breathe Pilates

Small class sizes at Breathe Pilates keep the focus on you and your form as you revisit the basics and work on your mind-body practice. Their Cardio Jumpboard Reformer class will leave you smiling after a series of movements based around a jumping platform at the end of your reformer get your heart rate up. 

• Location: MIMO

Code of Life

Correct your alignment while shaping your body at Code of Life. The Pilates principles guide all classes, including their fast-paced Hardcore Pilates class. Move to the rhythm of the music and be prepared to sweat during these energetic classes.

• Location: Key Biscayne

Pilathon

Pilathon is a mainstay in Miami's Pilates scene. Along with their virtual offering, Pilates boasts a nine class lineup on their schedule ranging from traditional reformer Pilates to "Abs-Oh-Glutely" and everything in between.

• Location: Wynwood

Take a break from the daily hustle and enjoy some time to quiet the mind and strengthen your body at one of these Miami yoga studios. Your mind and body will thank you.

Ahana Yoga

There is something for everyone at Ahana Yoga, where instructors will take you through anything from sun salutations and twisting to inversions and chanting depending on the class. Find Ahana Yoga at Paradise Plaza in the Design District for outdoor classes.

• Location: Design District
  

Wynwood Yoga

Wynwood Yoga has two studios, one heated and one room temperature, for a variety of classes including Hot Candlelit Yin, and Warm Vinyasa Flow. For extra energy, try Agni yoga. This fast-paced heated vinyasa class promises intensity as you remember your inner and outer strength.

• Location: Wynwood
  

Turquoise Floating Yoga

This mobile studio takes your practice onto the water with Standup Paddleboard Yoga. Take one of the weekly yoga classes or schedule your own private session and enjoy the views that can only come with being on the water in Miami.

• Location: Brickell and Homestead

SOL YOGA

SOL YOGA's mantra is "to feel good here" with the goal of helping you be a more balanced and grateful being both on and off the yoga mat. Their infrared-heated studio means the heat penetrates beyond your skin to reach your internal organs for a full-body, cellular detox while you stretch and flow.

• Location: Wynwood and Fort Lauderdale

Exhale 

Experience mindful movement and inspiring flows in one of Exhale's yoga classes. Breathe through poses that will leave you a little stronger, a little sweatier, and a lot more relaxed than before class. Take advantage of South Florida's beautiful weather with outdoor classes on the pool deck, terrace, or beach depending on the location!

• Location: Brickell, Bal Harbour, and South Beach

Casa Vinyasa

Classes at Casa Vinyasa are geared for beginners, the seasoned yogi, athletes, weekend warriors, and the yoga-curious. Heated classes use Infrared heating while some of their non-heated classes include Restorative, Yogalete, and Yin Classes.

• Location: South Miami

Modo Yoga

All classes at Modo Yoga are based on the Modo series – a dynamic system of postures and breathing exercises specifically designed to be practiced in the heat. Every class is a cardiovascular workout intended to strengthen, tone, and loosen the muscles while calming the mind and reducing stress. 

• Location: Miami Beach

Green Monkey Yoga

Green Monkey Yoga is a Miami Beach staple since 2009. They encourage their community to live their practice beyond the walls of the studio. Check out their Weekend Warriors class on Sunday mornings and start your week with challenging, inspiring fun. You are only one class away from a better you.

• Location: Miami Beach

You don’t need to have dance experience to enjoy the benefits that come along with barre workouts. Here are eight barre studios around South Florida to try in 2021.

Pure Barre

At Pure Barre, you can start with a Foundations intro class to learn the barre technique before moving onto tougher classes like Empower and Reform for a proper challenge no matter your level.

• Locations: Coral Gables, Pinecrest, Pembroke Pines, Weston, Fort Lauderdale, and East and West Boca Raton
  

Sweat Studio

This studio is heated to spike your heart rate and ensure a good sweat. The barre-less barre class will dynamically have you moving in all ranges of motion in order to burnout each muscle group.

• Location: North Miami
  

barre3

Feel empowered after a full-body, balanced workout at barre3 combining strength conditioning, cardio, and mindfulness. Meet yourself where you’re at and go after your goals with self-love!

• Location: Boca Raton

The Bar Method

The Bar Method is proud of their signature technique and claims it's the most-efficient way to reshape your body. Using many class types such as Bar Move and Bar Express, there is a challenging (and safe!) workout for everyone!

• Location: South Miami
  

exhale

Strengthen and lengthen in a peaceful environment with amazing views at exhale. Enjoy their signature approach to barre with sustained holds and micro movements both in the studio or on the beach.

• Locations: Brickell, Bal Harbour, and South Beach

Barre Envy

Barre Envy's Classic class may be traditional, but their classes such as Barre-lesque and Barre Rhythm are anything but, blending other disciplines with traditional barre techniques.

• Location: Delray Beach
  

The Barre Code

Pulse and shake at The Barre Code and take class knowing that you will use a variety of different props and the routine will constantly change, all while enjoying high-energy playlists.

• Location: Edgewater

Athletix Rehab & Recovery, a boutique physical therapy clinic with locations in Coral Gables and Davie, opened its third location in Deerfield Beach at the end of last year. This new location is located inside D1 Sports Training. 

In order to expedite clients’ return to play, Athletix focuses on functional rehabilitation with an emphasis on manual therapy, corrective exercise, performance-based sport-specific exercise, and postural realignment. 

D1 Deerfield Beach is a 21,000 square foot state-of-the-art facility that includes top-of-the-line strength and performance equipment, an expansive turf, a half basketball court, and a specialized lacrosse training area. D1 Sports Training offers superior performance and fitness training to athletes of all ages and skill levels. 

Some of the services that Athletix offers include sports physical therapy, stretching, spinal manipulation, and massage therapy. With a variety of techniques and amenities available, Athletix can help with maintenance, injury prevention, and rehabilitation. Their exercise recovery services help decrease recovery time and optimize future performance. 

Athletix physical therapists have all graduated from accredited physical therapy programs and are state-licensed. While the Athletix team has extensive experience treating athletes from various disciplines, including professional athletes from the NFL, NBA, USA Olympics, and more, they accept patients with all different conditions.

Upon booking an appointment, the doctors at Athletix first conduct a physical therapy evaluation to determine the root cause of your impairment. From there, they create a customized plan of care to get you back in the game. 

Athletix Rehab & Recovery is located at 1401 Green Road, Suites D/E/F in Deerfield Beach. For more information, check out their website at athletixrehab.com or follow them on Instagram at @athletixrehab. 

Glassbox is 3,500 square feet of light-filled space with the goal of helping local health and fitness entrepreneurs cultivate their communities. Located in Miami Ironside, Glassbox offers inspiration for all types of mindful wellness experiences.

Glassbox was neutrally curated to allow itself to serve as a clean canvas for all creators to utilize the space for their individual offerings. Some of the features of Glassbox include floor to ceiling windows, a wraparound balcony, and the ability to open up to three sides.

The space is equipped with hi-speed wifi, a SONOS sound system for easy airplay, and an auxiliary cord setup for DJ or external players. There are three onsite bathrooms, two showers, and a refillable water station. Street parking is complimentary and the North Side parking lot also has 80 paid parking spaces available.

Wellness-preneurs can safely host clients, workshops, and more on an hourly basis. This large, open air space is perfect even during COVID. Glassbox has the ability to fit up to 45 mats while still maintaining social distancing regulations. The in-house cleaning team uses natural, hospital-grade solutions both before and after studio use. Masks are also required to enter the space and at event check-ins.

Glassbox offers memberships with benefits that include:

• Private bathrooms & showers
• Fridge & kitchen space
• Refillable water station
• Check-in desk & area
• Natural décor elements like rugs, plants & pillows
• Daily cleaning team
• Easy online booking platform
• Wifi
• Outdoor sound system 
• Wrap around balcony
• Direct access to Lemon Garden

Right now Glassbox is offering an exclusive founding member offer at $300 per month for 4 hours per month. There is no sign-up fee and a minimum three-month commitment required. This special membership pricing ends January 31st.

Glassbox is located at 7610 Northeast 4th Court in Miami. For more information on Glassbox, email connect@miamiironside.com or head to www.glassboxironside.com. You can also find Glassbox on Instagram at @glassboxironside.