This is a new monthly series compiling new food, fitness, products and entertainment that I’ve recently tried and enjoyed.
Aqua Cycling
Fitness Bucket List – Check. For three years, ever since I read about Aqua Cycling in Vogue, I have been angling to try water cycling.
Last month I had a work trip to New York City. With no plans the evening that I arrived I decided to FINALLY check out Aqua Cycling.
The verdict, it was great but different from what I expected.
The studio was really lovely, the staff welcoming and the instructor was motivating. It was more challenging than I thought it would be on my joints. For me, the water didn’t provide as much resistance as I needed on the wheel. The bikes are fixed gear and I felt like I needed a little more resistance when peddling. Regardless, I had fun and all exercises could be modified for various fitness and experience levels. I really like being in the water and especially the calisthenics. I will also add I was good sore the next day.
I’d defiantly would go back. And, I’d recommend giving it a try if you live in New York City.
Snacks from Native Foods Cafe
Native Foods Café is America’s premier fast-casual vegan restaurant, cooking up 100% plant-based food. I’m a huge fan of their veggie burger and absolutely love their buffalo cauliflower. Recently they launched a line of snacks. Snacks with a shelf life! My favorite, the pineapple with vanilla, mint and jalapeño. Is sweet, bright and spicy. I grabbed a few for my trip to Tampa.
Big Little Lies
I’m obsessed with this show! OBSESSED. If you think it starts a little slow, stick with it, so good. Fantastic acting. It is only seven episodes with an AMAZING ending. No spoilers here. Just go watch it.
FIT36®
I’ve been trying to expand my scope of exercise so I tried a class at FIT36®. The HIIT training workouts take you through 12 functional stations twice, performing the movement at each station for one minute, followed by 30-seconds of rest. Creating a 36-minute workout.
I was a bit scared walking in; I’m not in tip top shape right now. Exercises can be modified (I don’t jump). It was a good workout. I like the variant of activities even the squats. I was sore the next three days. If you live in Chicago and are interested in check it out, they offer free first time classes. Check them out.
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