Vive Detox “takes you from ‘eating to survive’ to ‘eating to thrive'” with three distinct 14-day cleanses designed for immunity, weight loss or a full-body reset with daily instructions, videos, challenges and online support.

Their launch event, hosted at Steiner Studios, will feature a yoga class led by Tara Milhem, profiled by FITiST and Well+Good, mini acupuncture treatments, organic snacks and a gift bag geared for fitness lovers.

**WIN IT!**
One lucky reader can join me at the Vive Detox launch party on Thursday night (6-7:30pm). Comment below and tell me what you’d like to improve in your yoga practice to enter for the chance to win.

Winner will be notified by Wednesday, 7/9.

(If you’re not selected, there will still be time to buy your ticket until Thursday morning at 8am here!)

Event will take place at Steiner Studios, 15 Washington Avenue – Stage 6 in Brooklyn.

Admission provided by Vive Detox; all thoughts/assessments are my own.

Remember my ride at T2?  That sweaty, endorphin-fueled experience can be yours too!

Five readers will have the chance to learn the ABCs of outdoor cycling from T2’s team of expert coaches indoors at the UES studio—and, all before spring really hits.

Enter to win a class at T2 in one of these EASY ways:
Here, on my site: Leave a comment on this post, so that I know where to find you.
On Twitter: Follow @FitGirlRachel and RE-TWEET my @T2MultiSportNYC post with tags #ride #win #giveaway.
On Instagram: Follow @FitGirlRachel, “like” & comment on my T2 Win It! photo and I’ll see that you entered there.

Winners will be notified by April 7.

Class passes and image above provided by T2.

If you’re this woman, you’d step to the front of the room, cue some music and teach the class yourself.

Meet Carol Scott, the reigning queen of international fitness and founder of ECA, the industry’s most high-profile trend incubator and events organization. We met for decaf skim lattes at the Gramercy Park Hotel to talk lunges, labels and what to look for at this weekend’s One Body One World (OBOW) event in New York City.

Her story: Carol has a Phys. Ed. background; having played college basketball and softball, it was a natural fit. On that day, when the instructor didn’t show up for class, she stepped up, literally, and taught it herself. Shortly thereafter, she decided to become a bona fide instructor, got her certification and started teaching high-impact, dance-based “Donna Summer” aerobics.  In 1991, she took her life’s savings and put on the first ECA show, what she now refers to as “the fitness industry’s family reunion.”

What we’ll find at the event: A jam-packed, 3-day schedule of fitness classes, instructor meet-and-greets, beauty touch-ups (by Benefit!) and previews of new and improved fitness equipment like modified bosu balls and a re-designed FlyBoard to help us refine our dynamic balance.

On Sunday, lace up your Flyknits or Fresh Foams and join in on the ultimate fitness mash-up class organized by FITist featuring über instructors Shay Kostabi of FlyBarre, Noah Neiman of Barry’s Bootcamp, Layla Luciano of SLT & Barry’s Bootcamp, Natalie Uhling of NUfit and Sadie Kurzban, founder of ((305)) Fitness.  Add to your Google calendar now: 11am-1pm!

And, when we started talking fashion, I was giddy to learn that Carol knows her labels.

What’s in her closet:
She’s a self-proclaimed “Nike girl” and calls it the ultimate performance brand.  At the gym, you’ll also find her in gear by lululemon, Splits59 and sweats & tees by Peace Love World.  Otherwise, her look is decidedly city chic: Alexander Wang, Isabelle Marant, McQ, Narcisco Rodriguez, Rick Owens & Urban Zen.

The day we met, she rocked the PS 1 cross body bag by Proenza Schouler and shearling-lined Engineer boots by Jeffrey Campbell.

Wanna meet the hottest instructors, preview the newest fitness trends and get cool stuff? Buy your tickets here.

**WIN IT!**
Two lucky readers will be selected to join me at ECA/OBOW this Sunday, March 9th, including the FITiST mash-up class (complimentary day pass: $99 value).

Let me know why you should be part of my crew by commenting below.  My only requirement?  You have to show up in workout gear and be ready to pose for a few sweaty selfies!

You know that I’ve got a thing for activity monitors, which is why I’m so excited to be giving away a Bowflex Boost to one lucky reader.

You’ve heard this here before, but: when it comes to fitness, knowledge is power.

What we think that we do is often very different from what we actually do with eating, exercise and rest. Plus, by the end of January, who doesn’t need a little extra oomph toward achieving New Year’s fitness goals?

Enter in one of these EASY ways:
Here, on my site: Leave a comment on this post, so that I know where to find you.
On Twitter: Follow @FitGirlRachel and RE-TWEET my @Bowflex post with tags #boost #win #giveaway.
On Instagram: Follow RachelBeckerNYC, “like” & comment on my Bowflex Boost photo and I’ll see that you entered there.

Winner will be notified by January 31.

Fingers crossed!

Product for this post was provided by Bowflex.

Opened last week inside David Barton Gym‘s Astor Place location, it gives off a rock ‘n roll club vibe by osmosis, with CYC clients sharing the bustling lobby and dimly-lit locker rooms done up in British rocker chic style.

Combined with the studio’s own music decibel level (very loud) and club crowd (equal ratio of girls wearing diamond studs and Sparkly Soul headbands and tanned, toned guys in muscle tees), you’ll be in full #partyonabike mode by the time class starts.

Fresh off his appearance on Kathie Lee and Hoda/The Today Show, head instructor and CYC creator Keoni Hudoba was himself, tanned and toned (he’s a native Hawaiian) and super psyched about CYC. Hudoba spent the majority of class on the bike, demonstrating upper body moves inspired by sports like swimming, basketball and volleyball (done with 2- or 3-pound free weights throughout the entire 45-minute class vs. via a dedicated segment).

He took a few breaks to cheer us on, separating the 50 riders into three groups for a little friendly competition infused by the studio’s blacklight, and to play a short set on the large steel drum next to his bike. The class is fast-paced, a little frenetic and likely enjoyed most by riders with above average hand-eye coordination.

My biceps and triceps were definitely sore the next day. I do a decent amount of strength training and I find that this usually doesn’t happen after other indoor cycling classes. Bonus points for CYC.

Looking for a little eye candy and some big, crazy fun?  CYC is your place.  Hurts so good.

WIN IT!
The first 15 readers to comment below will receive an exclusive access code from STRENGTH+Sole for a complimentary ride at CYC (David Barton Gym/NYC location only).  So, let me know what you think of this post, what you’re looking forward to experiencing at CYC and see you on a bike!
Winners will be notified via email by Friday, 1/17.

Who needs a manicure?!  I’m giving away a fashion size duo of butter LONDON nail polish, one of the U.K.’s most popular beauty exports.

Colors are “Slapper,” a bold teal, and “Knackered,” a kaleidoscope of pearly shimmer.

Enter in one of these EASY ways:
Here, on my site: Leave a comment on this post, so that I know where to find you.
On Twitter: Follow @FitGirlRachel and RE-TWEET my @butterLONDON post with tags #manicure #giveaway.
On Instagram: Follow RachelBeckerNYC, “like” & comment on my butter LONDON photo and I’ll see that you entered there.

Winner will be notified by December 18.

Fingers crossed!

Wanna do this?!

For the first time, I’m partnering with Reebok Spartan Race to get my followers (you) in on the action.

One lucky reader will will receive free entry for a Spartan Race.*

Five runners up will receive a special code for 15% off their entry.*

*For any open heat, in any Spartan Race within the continental U.S. from December 2013-December 2014.

There are a few easy ways to enter (and, you know that you want to…):
Here, on my site: Leave a comment on this post, so that I know where to find you.
On Twitter: Follow @FitGirlRachel & @SpartanRace and RE-TWEET my post to both, tagging #obstaclerace #giveaway
On Instagram: Follow RachelBeckerNYC, “like” & comment on my Spartan Race photo and I’ll see that you entered.

Winner and runners-up will be notified by November 26.

Reebok Spartan Race takes competitors back to our ancient roots–where running through the woods, getting dirty and facing adversity was part of everyday life.  Developed by a trio of guys who completed IRONMAN, climbed Mt. Everest and completed intense military training, Spartan Race mixes road running and trail racing with crazy obstacles along the way. Watch the video here.

Want a sneak peek of what’s in store? Watch the World Championship Spartan Race on Saturday, December 7th on NBC.

This is a sponsored post, in partnership with Reebok Spartan Race.