One of the most powerful things about fitness is the way that it brings people together–long after the workout is done. Whether you’re a hardcore runner, a cyclist, a climber…there are many others who share your obsession. And, in addition
Remember Will Lanier, the King of CrossFit? Well, he’s back. And, in a big way. He’s running a new box, Brick, which opened just two months ago in Chelsea. With over 400 members, it’s taking the city’s CrossFit scene by
On Franklin Street between Church and Broadway, a new wellness hub is shaping up (literally). You’ll find AIRE, the luxurious, Turkish-style Tribeca bathhouse (heavenly, I highly recommend)… …and the newly-opened CrossFit 212. Then, there’s AQUA, where my fitness blogger friend
In New York City, it’s all about location. East or west? Uptown or downtown? Above or below 14th Street?! Introducing SoulCycle’s newest NYC studio, which opened to much social fan fare (hello, #WVLG campaign) on Friday at 126 Leroy, next
I’m now harnessed in and my palms are bright white with chalk. I start climbing….only 30 feet to the top, right? Ropes courses are measured from 5.1 to 5.15 (mine is a 5.6). It’s around here where I start to
I admit it: I’m a little afraid of heights. It’s relatively new, related to nothing in particular. So, I decided to go indoor rock climbing. Why? You only go around once. And, I believe that there is something to confronting
Back at Gleason’s, here’s where it gets hardcore. By now, it has been more than an hour and I’ve just finished several rounds on the punching bag. I’m taking a (much-needed) breather. Boxing is seriously challenging, on a cardiovascular level,