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Afternoon Reads: Pure Barre Joins the New York Barre Scene

Barre Classes, Jay-Z on Occupy Wall Street, More NYC News

Marisa Tom | November 11, 2011 1:00 pm Add Pure Barre to the ever-growing list of NYC barre classes — Well + Good NYC Jay-Z's Rocawear capitalizes on Occupy Wall Street — Business Insider You should check out Park Armory's Pavilion of Art & Design ASAP — Cool Hunting Follow around in Phoebe Cates's footsteps for a week — Grub Street New York More on the BataliGate backlash — Eater NY Sneak peek of the Brooklyn Navy Yard Museum — Gothamist Cosabella flagship is open — Racked NY When life gives you a tiny apartment, make origami! — HuffPo New York Read More

$39 For a One-Month Membership at David Barton Gym!

"Look better naked" at one of the six David Barton Gym locations across the US — NYC, Chicago, Seattle, and Miami — with a one-month membership at a fraction of the cost. Work out in a nightclub-inspired fitness space that veers away from the constant reminders that you are, in fact, at a gym. Add to the mix swanky locker rooms, sexy classes, and a hint of glam to everything you put your mind and muscle to, and you have yourself the full-service Barton experience.

Want a Shaman With That Cleanse? RAWvolution's Got You Covered

Liquid Cleanses From RAWvolution NYC Come With Shaman

Marisa Tom | October 20, 2011 8:00 am If you really are serious about embarking on a juice cleanse, chances are you'll need a support system. In my case, I would need all the cheerleading, distractions, and willpower I could gather, whether this motivation came from within or without. Fortunately, some people think of everything! Read More

Are You Into the Idea of KiwiSweat's Fitness Pop-Ups?

New Fitness Pop-Up KiwiSweat in Chelsea Market NYC

Marisa Tom | October 10, 2011 8:00 am In the spirit of all things trendy, new fitness platform KiwiSweat (459 Columbus Ave. #306, 646-494-7905) has taken the likeable idea of pop-ups and merged it with a fitness routine. Or lack thereof. Read More

Cindy Lai Fitness: Kettlebell and Bootcamp Classes For Fresh Air Fitness

Marisa Tom | September 28, 2011 12:00 am Get your fill of fresh air fitness with three kettlebell classes or three bootcamp sessions from Cindy Lai Fitness for only $39. With the great Central Park outdoors and the West Village as your not-so-typical gym backdrop, you'll burn calories rain or shine. Get familiar with kettlebell iron weights, which offer up a unique workout unlike one with traditional weights. Read More

SLT's Founder Amanda Freeman Shares Her Fall Fitness Tips

Marisa Tom | September 22, 2011 8:00 am I already shared four new fitness fab ways to keep your motivation up and your Fall-to-Winter slump far from view. Now founder of SLT (37 W. 57th St. #703, 212-355-1737) Amanda Freeman — and in my opinion, a mastermind behind the ultimate slim, trim, and toned look — shares her top three tips for maintaining your Summer bod priorities, as the leaves start to change. Read More

4 New Ways to Fall Into Shape

New Fitness Classes and Gyms For Fall 2011 NYC

Marisa Tom | September 21, 2011 9:00 am Three words: don't slack off. Just because your beach bummin' days are over (and therefore, bikini-bod-in-training goal diminished) doesn't mean you should relax or forgo your good fitness habits. Why not spice it up instead? Read More

Gramercy Pilates Fitness: Private and Group Pilates Sessions

Marisa Tom | September 19, 2011 11:30 am Tone, elongate, and energize your body at the gorgeous Gramercy Pilates Fitness studio, two ways. Opt for four group Pilates machine classes for $59 or two private Pilates sessions for $79. With the cooler climates settling in, don't fall back on hibernation habits. Read More

US Open 2011: Take Control of Your Tennis Pro Destiny

Marisa Tom | September 1, 2011 9:15 am With the US Open in full swing and the Arthur Ashe Stadium arena filled with tennis greats, it got me thinkin'. Perhaps, it's time for a good and proper tennis refresher course? I haven't hit the courts since moving to the city years and years ago, let alone have racket with my name on it. Read More

Uh-Oh, Today's Yoga Flash Mob Gets the Kibosh

Yoga Flash Mob at Grand Central Terminal NYC

Marisa Tom | August 24, 2011 2:00 pm UPDATE: We hear that the yoga flash mob has been called off due to serious MTA repercussions. Who would have thought that an event meant to inspire peace and unity might have resulted in arrests and strife? No, thanks. Read More