Coming and Going: Tory Burch

Tory Burch has a way of finding the elegance within a lifestyle. Whether you enjoy her namesake line that has iconic styles with her much loved 70’s orange hues that find their way in her collection. When speaking to those that define themselves as “Tory Girls” it’s not only an embrace of the brand at retail but the woman herself who embodies the qualities of a designer as well as providing empowerment to females around the globe in achieving their dreams to own their own businesses. She has left her fingerprint on pieces that can be worn to brunch, the office and beyond across a staggering array of categories. But the idea of creating Tory Sport, a sport line was always something she wanted to create Athleisure Mag caught up with Tory to step into her world and understand why she has included this within her universe. “I found that I kept wearing my sports clothes from highschool and college and I was intrigued by the concept of the elegance of sport”, Tory says. In addition, Tory is known as someone who is active whether she’s working out 4 times a week or focusing on a particular sport such as paddleboard yoga. Tory Sport is not available within Tory Burch boutiques and can be found at their Elizabeth Street Pop Up, online and at their Tory Sport store on Fifth Avenue in Flatiron, which will open this spring.

We fell in love with Tory Sport's collection due to its perfect blend of function and form coming together for ultimate style. COOLMAX (a sport friendly material) can play with cashmere, SPF, Schoeller Fabric to repel water, oil and dirt as well as including neoprene beingu sed within gym bags and more. The pieces incorporate our Athleisure lifestyle by being able to wear the leggings from gym to lunch and having fitted jackets and blazers that can be mixed with tees and curve hugging pants that allow you to jetset in comfort, hitting the ground running when you land. When Tory reflects on how this line can be classified, she is quick to note that its focus is on "looking good and being comfortable". It’s about the transition of leaving a lunch to go to the airport, going to work to join a class at your studio and more. In this manner, she defines Tory Sport as a part of “coming and going” and ensuring that your closet allows this process to happen in an easy way. In addition, it’s focused on performance for running, yoga, tennis and golf. Because the focus is on the ability to navigate your day and to mix and match pieces that are great for work but can merge into the studio. In addition, the line has elements of the 70s in it and has a color palette that is different then many performance/fitness lines which tend to lean towards pastels or fluorescent hues.

With an array of brands working within the space, Tory feels that she stands out as she doesn’t focus on many of the trends utilized by other brands such as exposing body parts – she embraces the country club preppy focus with pieces that cover studio fitness as well as classic sports such as golf and tennis. In addition, personalization is a vital component so those looking to have their track jackets/pants monogrammed can enjoy this detail to make it their own.

Birds of Paradise

| PHOTOGRAPHY Carlos David | WARDROBE STYLIST Kimmie Smith/Accessory2 | MODEL Holly Croft/MSA Models |

We're all about warmer weather and within our Birds of Paradise shoot, we showcased the hottest looks in swimwear and athleisure by Maaji, a Columubian based brand known for their vibrant prints.

The Great Republican Disruption

ARTICLE Ron Mwangaguhunga | PHOTOGRAPHY Shutterstock

Just as newspapers and magazines were disrupted during the Great Recession when ads shifted to digital, so is the Republican Party at present being disrupted by its lewd and swinish front-runner. “We had a low-information elite,” writes Peggy Noonan, no doubt breathlessly, of the Establishment, in the Establishment paper of record Wall Street Journal. Her argument, quite right, is that the elites should have been forewarned
of this moment of American political exigency; they should have had the data on their impending demise.

No one saw Trump coming. If anyone says they did, they lie. In hindsight, however - the rise of Wallace, Pat Buchanan, Perot, Huckabee and Santorum in Iowa caucuses past – populism has been gaining momentum, just under-the-radar, for decades. Trump just came along at the right time in history.

For five decades, this unlikely Republican coalition held together. It was in retrospect a partnership almost entirety of opportunity. Nothing could be more Nixonian than the lusty Banker convincing the pretty waitress at the Club that he will take care of her. Someday, one can almost hear that
negotiation playing out, I will leave my wife and we can be together. But that was never his intention. Now, after years of empty promises and countless soiled hotel room mattresses, long-suffering blue-collar Republicans want more.

Enter: Chris Rock. After years of false promises of things getting better in LaLa Land regarding issues of representation on screen as well as recognition, people of color reached their breaking point with the Academy. Chris Rock got the gig to host the Oscars based on his reputation as a truth teller, the intellectual heir to Richard Pryor and Lenny Bruce. Chris was supposed to tell Hollywood, to its face, what it needed to hear. And yet his performance, though it had members of the Establishment in the audience at moments cringing, voiced to the elites not what they needed to
hear, but what they wanted to hear. He was willing to jab at the power in the room, but not do so in a manner that might make for a real turning point on the discussion of race in America. “It’s just, we want opportunity,” said Rock. “We want black actors to get the same opportunities as white actors. That’s it.” Considering the stakes it was more of a low-risk monologue than one that was truly edgy.

Chris Rock’s mild exercise in truth telling served only to the reassure those with power and privilege in the audience. Hollywood liberals went home feeling that they listened, but that was about it. #OscarssoWhite was deflected. The performance was in essence more comedy club roast than the historic television moment that we were led to believe in the preamble leading up to the event. On explaining the subject of racism in Hollywood
and why not a single person of color was nominated this year, Rock proved himself as hard as clay. “It’s a different type of racist,” Rock rolled. “Hollywood is ‘sorority racist.’ It’s like, we like you Rhonda, but you’re not a Kappa.’” Charmed, I’m sure.

What, one wonders, happened to the razor-sharp Rock of old? That Chris Rock certainly didn’t shy away from drawing blood, from speaking Truth to Power. That Chris Rock would not explain away racial inequality in Hollywood by way of a Greek/non-Greek collegiate analogy. Omar Wasow, in TheRoot.com, got it exactly right: “Rock is like a weak intermediary struggling to navigate between the conflicting demands of an insurgent subordinate group and a recalcitrant dominant group.” Sound familiar?

This brings me to Mitt Romney. In the first week of March, right after the Establishment shellacking of Super Tuesday, a well-rested Romney emerged from, presumably, his golf course pinks-and-greens. It was supposed to be one hell of a presser but of course it was not. The idea of hoisting Mitt “47 percent” Romney as a foil to the semi-savage Don Trump shows just how low-information the Republican Establishment really is. Trump, in due course, ate Mittens up, describing Romney’s losing campaign in lurid detail and, in the process, winning the news cycle.

And so – here we are. We are at present witnessing the Great Republican Crack Up in real time. Although five decades in the making, it was a process accelerated by the loss of retail and manufacturing jobs caused by the Great Recession. Cable news ratings this election season are bound to be “yuge.” But if Trump actually wins the Presidency and not just the nomination of a disrupted party quite possibly in decline, the future of America will be anything but great.

Ron Mwangaguhunga is a Brooklyn based writer on media, culture and politics. His work has appeared within Huffington Post, IFC and Tribeca Film Festival , Kenneth Cole AWEARNESS, NY Magazine, Paper Magazine, CBS News.com and National Review online to name a few. He is currently the editor of the Corsair.

Escaping My Shape

I always felt that when people chose their workouts it was based on their needs as well as a way to tap into their energy. My vivid memories of exercise include watching my mom work out to Denise Austin, Glad and a number of the 80’s stars. Aerobics, the step and squats were a part of my routine from high school through college as I loved the movement and that feeling – who doesn’t love a retro Jane Fonda moment? Towards the end of college, I met the Elliptical and I was hooked. As I transitioned to NYC as long as there was an elliptical – that’s the only gym equipment you would see me on for 45 mins to an hour. At home, I would do routines that focused on squats (loved them) and crunchies. For the last few years when it came to various workouts, I sampled the trends and methods like I would a flight of wines and beer. It didn’t bother me that I wasn’t committed to them – as long as I kept moving.

As a woman who has always been comfortable within my own skin, like many I have always had areas that I would love to tweak; however, I felt that there were things that were clearly off the table due to genetics. As the Co-Founder/Style Director of Athleisure Mag, I love how we showcase fashion, style, fitness, beauty and more within the athleisure lifestyle. Whether I’m visiting designers, on set for shoots for this publication or others or going on air – I always end up being in conversations about health, mindfulness and balance. It’s always interesting to see what’s out there and to try it out. At the beginning of this year, I decided that I would focus on certain areas in terms of my fitness. I was about 2 weeks in when I was connected with Exude Fitness and its CEO, Edward Jackowski, Ph.D., one of the country’s leading motivational fitness experts and best-selling author of Escape Your Shape (Simon and Schuster). A number of celebrities have graduated from Exude Fitness including Brooke Shields, Tina Fey
and more.

Prior to my first session, I was sent his book, Escape Your Shape, which breaks down our bodies into four shapes Hourglass®, Spoon®, Ruler® or
Cone®. With that said, these types have workouts that are geared towards each shape (as well as itemized no-no’s for each body type). Not surprisingly, I knew that I was an Hourglass. I also learned through the book that my sampling of various workouts wasn’t about being aware of
what was out there, but my way of saying that the methods weren’t helping me in my goals. Therefore, I would try it out for a bit and then move on. Frustration would set in and I would simply go back to the elliptical and squats - as I felt that that was benefiting me (although now I know this doesn’t work for me in terms of the goal of a leaner lower body).

When I arrived at Exude Fitness at Bliss Spa, I had already filled out a form that looked at my medical history, my goals etc., and I kept in mind the Hourglass focus. I had circled one of my goals that simply stated toning in all areas. I thought it was a reasonable answer and who wouldn’t want to just have it all. The next 20 minutes of working with Edward showed me that without even reading my answers he accurately identified areas that I wanted to improve upon. He also dispelled myths that I believed to be true (ie., having larger thighs is hereditary so it’s not something that I can really do anything about). As we sat there, he charted what we were working towards from reducing inches to losing weight as well as to benchmarks. Hearing that in 6 weeks I would see one series of results and that by July (right before the holiday) – I would hit the goals, I was shocked.

Just in case I had any more concerns on whether this was possible, Edward had me do one thing that made me a believer. I hadn’t been able to touch my toes standing up in a very long time. I chalked it up to having poor flexibility as I got older. Within a few stretches on the same day upon meeting Edward, I was able to touch my toes (sometimes when I am working on a workout and am challenged, I stop and touch my toes to remember that something I didn’t think I could do – I can do without effort).

Just in case I had any more concerns on whether this was possible, Edward had me do one thing that made me a believer. I hadn’t been able to touch my toes standing up in a very long time. I chalked it up to having poor flexibility as I got older. Within a few stretches on the same day upon meeting Edward, I was able to touch my toes (sometimes when I am working on a workout and am challenged, I stop and touch my toes to remember that something I didn’t think I could do – I can do without effort).

Although I was a little sore my first day as I had touched muscles that I hadn’t before, I was excited to get a workout program that was tailored to me for my body type. That night, I had a program that included minimal equipment (you can’t go wrong with 2 lb weights, a jump rope and a 4 lb bar). Within my routines, I have options for days that I do yoga or when I’m traveling and am unable to be on a stationary bike. Everything is thought out so that you can optimize your workout to reach your goals. In addition, he is only a phone call or an email away. Another key portion of Exude Fitness is the care that is taken to matching each person to a trainer. It’s not just about ensuring that you’re form is right or that you are increasing
your workout – it’s also about matching a personality that creates a relationship. Through the past 6+ weeks, working out with Fun Lee has been a treat as she knows how I have advanced within certain workouts that were previously a challenge, she knows when I can do a little more and keeps mixing it up – but she also makes me feel really comfortable in general. She also acknowledges my commitment to the process and that I am genuinely blown away by the results.

When it comes to results, I have to say that I saw toned areas throughout my legs pretty quickly and well before my 6 week target, I was pleased with the transformation that happened and of course with working out within what works for my body, it’s easier for me to push forward even through portions that are still a little tough. As Edward says, the “results and motivation are directly linked to each other - and the more results you see, the more incentive you have for continuing to exercise.” At the end of the day health, fitness and aesthetics are the core benefits to exercising and when these are met through picking, “the right exercises and activities that are based on your body type” – going back to sampling an array of
workouts is not even an option. For the past 25 years, Exude Fitness has studied and analyzed the aesthetic effects of exercise and holds the
world’s only medically-proven and patented exercise program based on body types - as he is the pioneer and innovator of this method. I’m pleased to share that I will check in with you on my results and findings with my training with Exude Fitness and even outside of the magazine, you will be able to see more about what they are doing throughout the website. As Spring makes everyone think about their fitness levels again (just in case some of you made those resolutions at the beginning of the year), I want to share with you Exude Fitness and its body types, as well as some key notes about each.

KNOW YOUR BODY TO GET TONED
No matter whether you’re an Hourglass®, Spoon®, Ruler® or Cone® (although these body types are genetically predetermined) it’s understanding your type that will allow you to work out your problem areas and to adjust your workout plan. In terms of diet, I can only speak to my plan, I really have not been restricted from any food; however, it is about when I am eating it. I have always been one that doesn’t eat breakfast, has a light lunch (depending on what’s going on it’s a salad) and then a larger meal for dinner. A nugget of truth came when Edward said that my larger meal should be lunch as that is when I need more energy and my lighter meal should be a salad. When you think about it, it makes sense and as we’re moving
into the summer, having this simple, yet effective advice will definitely be welcome. As someone who loves potatoes, learning that I don’t have to break up with it but can simply enjoy them during lunch with one cheat evening with them are just some of the examples of why this method works with your lifestyle.

To properly identify your shape, it’s simply a matter of seeing where your weight (which includes muscle and fat) is distributed on your frame. Once you know your shape, you’re able to make the proper adjustments. Most women are Hourglass and Rulers, while most men are Cones and Rulers; moreover, your height or weight doesn’t determine which body type you are. It’s also worth noting that if you are vastly overweight, you may have a hard time seeing what your true body type may be. It’s best to follow the Hourglass workout until you begin to reduce your weight to see where you are. At that point, you can assess your type and begin targeting the exact workout for your true body type.

HOURGLASS

* Carries weight in both the upper and lower body; however, slender at the waist
* Significant difference between the circumference of your chest and waist (or between hips and waist)
* Your body reflects a balanced and curvaceous appearance when looked at in the mirror.

It’s worth noting that those that are this type tend to look lighter than their actual weight and tend to gain most of their mass in the thighs and backs of arms.

BEST EXERCISES

* Jump Rope (this has become my new friend)
* Stationary biking with light to moderate resistance (when I am not accessible to a bike, I walk in non-inclined areas)
* Upper body exercises with light weights and high repetitions

EXERCISES TO AVOID

* Step classes (I gave a sigh on this one)
* Spinning
* Kick-boxing (another sigh)
* Elliptical (this took a moment for me to mark this passing)

THE DETAILS

As an Hourglass, my purpose is high reps (at least 25 – 50 repetitions for each exercise), low resistance and low weights for both upper and lower bodies. As my body slims down and lose weight and mass, I can then increase resistance and weight. Regardless, I have to continue high reps for each exercise.

THE GOAL: Trim upper and lower body.

RULER

* You’re straight up and down with very few curves due to equal body proportions
* Little difference in the circumference of your chest, waist and hips
* You gain weight around your midsection

It’s worth noting that those with this body type do not bulk easily, have less hamstring flexibility then Hourglasses and Spoons and have a tendency to lower back pain.

BEST EXERCISES

* Yoga, stretch/calisthenics classes, Pilates on machines
* Full sit-ups without locking feet, upper and lower abdominal crunches and leg outs
* Jogging with incline, step classes, spinning, lunges and squats

THE DETAILS

Those who are within this shape don’t have to avoid any exercises! If you are overweight and are looking to lose, then you need to use a moderate
resistance/weights until your reach your ideal weight!

THE GOAL: Focus on trimming your stomach/ mid-section which will make you a little curvy.

SPOON 

* Your lower body is considerably larger than the upper body
* You carry most of your weight in your hips, thighs and buttocks
* You gain weight from the hips down
* When you look in the mirror, your eyes go directly to your lower body Spoons tend to have a weaker upper body and thicker thighs, knees, calves and ankles.

BEST EXERCISES

* Jumping rope with a speed rope
* Push-ups

* Standing knee to opposite chest

EXERCISES TO AVOID

* Squats, lunges and ankle weights
* All stair climbers/steppers, Elliptical and cross trainers
* Spinning

THE DETAILS

For a Spoon, it’s all about high reps and low resistance for all lower-body exercises and moderate to high resistance for all upper body exercises. For those that are overweight, the resistance should not be too high for the upper body either.

THE GOAL: A trimmer and more streamlined lower body and to have a stronger upper body so that you have a proportionate look.

CONE

* You carry most of your weight in your back, chest, arms and stomach
* You’re more slender from the hips down

* The upper body is considerably larger than the lower body

Cones tend to have weak abdominal muscles and they experience some back pain.

BEST EXERCISES

* All lower body exercises that have moderate to heavy weights and/or resistance
* Walking or jogging on incline
* Upper body exercises with lightweight and high reps

EXERCISES TO AVOID

* All upper body exercises with moderate to high weights/resistance
* Kick-boxing moves for the upper body
* All exercise classes with hand weights or weighted bars heavier than 2 lbs.

THE DETAILS

Although Cones tend to avoid abdominal and lower body exercises, they are essential to do to become proportioned. The focus here is high reps and low resistance or weighs for the upper body with high resistance and moderate to heavy weights for the lower body. In addition, Cones that are male tend to struggle with giving up heavy weight lifting for their upper bodies. They need to switch to push-ups, dips, chin-ups or upper body routines that use lower weight and higher repetitions.

THE GOAL: Getting a trimmer, less bulky upper body and strengthen the lower body to achieve better symmetry.

Over the next few months, I will check in with you on my progress as well as share additional items that are going on with Exude Fitness.

by Kimmie Smith

Paradise Found

By Kitty Bradshaw

The feeling of total peace brought me back to Villa del Palmar at the Islands of Loreto where I spent some much needed down time. Not quite as popular as Mexico City or Cancun—Loreto Mexico offers a much more toned down, tranquil experience which resonates with travelers like myself that want to retreat from the world. This resort offers a respite that creates a stress free zone tempered at a frequency of Zen. Everyone leaves Villa del Palmar feeling light and free of any burdens or anxiety. Simply put, this resort is my quiet place off the grid.

The property of Villa del Palmar is a town within a town; a Spanish style Shangri-La of sorts. The resort spans 4,447 acres which includes a golf course, tennis court, multiple swimming pools of various sizes and visibility, full scale spa, 3 restaurants, private beach, and a reclining chair with your name on it. The elements of both land and sea come together to create a vibrancy rich in color and texture that makes it a worthy choice. Although its amenities are plentiful, I enjoy focusing on the feeling of a vacation in its truest sense and all its benefits.

FOODIE PARADISE

I pretty much ate everything that was set in front of me and then some. Villa del Palmar at the Islands of Loreto has an all-inclusive food and drink package through the restaurants and room service. Seafood, steaks, and tequila— they had to peel me away from the table by the time it was all said and done. Stand outs for me included the Chocolate Clams, Tortilla Soup, and Mexican style briskets, lobster, shrimp cocktails, and customized cocktails with each meal. Their award winning chefs created everything I could imagine. When I wasn’t intoxicated, dreaming, or working out; I enjoyed plenty of delicious meals and specialty drinks.

CULINARY OPTIONS

• Danzante Restaurant: Fine dining steak house and seafood with Mexican fusion, offering a large wine selection and a variety of cigars.
• The Market Restaurant: A brand new concept where you are able to make your own dishes! Just imagine preparing your own meal at home with the help of a chef. Open for breakfast and dinner.
• Casa Mia Restaurant: Authentic Italian food with fresh pasta and pizza. Open for lunch & dinner.
• Room Service: Breakfast, lunch, dinner and overnight menu featuring international cuisine & snacks. 24 hour service.

GRAND SLEEPING ACCOMODATIONS

Villa Del Palmar at the Islands of Loreto has 181 deluxe ocean view suites that mimic large style apartments complete with full kitchen, bathroom with a spa size, Jacuzzi bathtub (drinking champagne was mandatory while inside), and living room with 2 separate entrances. Additionally, each room had a full wrap around balcony that was large enough to host 50 people for a small party.

Each of the one, two and three bedroom suites features stylish contemporary decor perfect for romantic getaways, families seeking the ultimate in comfort and style, business groups or corporate events.

WHERE TO GO - WHAT TO DO

The Bar!!!

The #1 rule while on vacation is go where the wind blows you. To my surprise and enjoyment; the wind placed me at a bar with every turn. From what I remember during my moments of sobriety on that particular trip, I was never less than one pace away from a bartender that didn’t know my name. Aside from the obvious drinking, guests have the option to take a 2 hour Tequila Tasting course which results in a certificate of completition at the end. My experience included partaking in drinking games during final exams-- the graduation ceremony was something dreams are made
of.

Town of Loreto

The resort provides transportation to and from the Town of Loreto. Tourists can shop local vendors selling homemade goods such as pottery, blankets, ponchos, beaded jewelry, and various wines and spirits. I brought back 2 bottles of 160 proof Mexican Vanilla Crème Liqueur that can be enjoyed straight or mixed with tequila.

Del Carmen Island

Off the sea of Danzante Bay resides a private island by the name of Del Carmen Island. Guests of Villa del Palmar resort can reserve a boat to take them out to the island where they can have lunch, swim, or relax on the beach. Depending on the season you can see both dolphins and whales swim along the boat as it makes waves.

Other activities include snorkeling, hiking, San Javier Mission Excursion, tours, cruises, Sun Salutations with the resident Shaman, and Spa treatments, to name a few. Regardless if you are there to relax by lounging in a chair or immersing yourself in activities that take your mind off the world back home-- Villa del Palmar at the Islands of Loreto resort provides customized experiences that will exceed expectations and turn you into a repeat guest. If you are interested in visiting Villa del Palmar at the Islands of Loreto, rates run as low as $119 per night (Athleisure Discount Code: FAMNOV15) through April 2016.

* All pictures courtesy of Villa Del Palmar resort at Loreto

Kitty Bradshaw is a Passionate Traveler, Brand Ambassador and Lifestyle Influencer currently splitting residences between New York, Los Angeles,
and Hawaii. When she is not busy traveling, stalking airfare glitches, giving commentary on CNN.com, or watching classic films – you can find her on the beaches of Waikiki hanging out with friends. Some of her more memorable trips can be found through the digital pages of Tourist Meets
Traveler, Black Enterprise Magazine, and YRB Magazine to name a few.

Kale Sprouts

We always keep an eye out on interesting finds and the other day (thanks to Food Network’s co-host of The Kitchen, Sunny Anderson), we found out about Kalettes which is a hybrid vegetable that merges Kale and Brussel Sprouts together. With a little more research, we realized this relatively new creation is called Kale Sprouts or Brussel Kale. Those who are a fan of these vegetables, are definitely going to enjoy them blended together. We headed to Athleisure Kitchen and had Chef Rosalie from Williams-Sonoma create two must have recipes (you can find more recipes at Kalettes) that have minimal prep and cook time in order to give you a nutritious snack, side or meal. In case you have any questions on whether this should be incorporated into your food lifestyle, remember that Kale and Brussel Sprouts have a number of benefits.

KALE BENEFITS                                                                                         BRUSSEL SPROUT BENEFITS

Low in calories & high in fiber                                                                    High in Protein         

High in Vitamin A, C, K                                                                                High in Vitamin C, K

High in Iron and Calcium

Filled with powerful antioxidant Is the perfect detox food
 

Tomato Feta Kalettes
SERVES: 4
PREP TIME: 5 minutes
COOK TIME: 10 minutes

5 ounces Kalettes™
10 ounce package grape tomatoes
2 tablespoons olive oil (we used Olio Santo Extra Virgin Olive Oil)
2 tablespoons white balsamic vinegar (we used William's Sonoma White Balsamic Vinegar)
Salt and pepper
1/8 cup feta cheese (we prefered less of a salty taste and used French Feta)

Pre-heat the oven to 425 F. On a rimmed baking sheet, add Kalettes and grape tomatoes. Drizzle with olive oil and vinegar, toss to coat. Season with salt and pepper. Roast in the oven for 10 minutes. Remove pan from oven and stir Kalettes making sure to coat with the pan juices. Place in serving bowl and top with feta cheese.

Kalettes with Mushrooms and Peppers
 

SERVES: 4
PREP: 5 minutes
COOK: 10 minutes

1 tablespoon olive oil (again, we used Olio Santo Extra Virgin Olive Oil)
2 tablespoons butter
8 ounces mushrooms, sliced
1 orange bell pepper, sliced
5 ounces Kalettes™, sliced lengthwise
1/3 cup walnut pieces, toasted

In skillet over medium, heat the olive oil and then add the mushrooms and bell peppers. Sauté for 3-5 minutes or until vegetables start to soften. Add Kalettes and stir to combine. Cover and cook for 5-7 minutes or until the Kalettes are tender crisp.

Place in serving bowl and sprinkle with walnuts.

It's all about using great tools that allow your work to be that much easier when it comes to cooking! We found that in making these sides, that the Shun Chopper Knife. The Kalettes with Mushrooms and Peppers was made with a Breville Stainless-Steel Electric Hot Wok. In addition, we suggest calling your local grocer to see if they have Kalettes, Kale Sprouts or Brussel Kale as we found that they are definitely a hot item! We suggest calling Whole Foods and Trader Joe's as we had success with these stores.

STEP OUT FOR A DRINK

Spring means that being outside is a given. Any excuse/reason is welcome. To toast this, we put together three looks for after work drinks, impromptu poolside and post brunch beverages with our friend Rachel Sheen, who is in Marvel’s new movie, Deadpool.

We shot our brunch and after work looks at JIMMY Soho which sits atop the James Hotel and we’re sure these looks will find their way into your rotation.

| PHOTOGRAPHY Steve Zak | WARDROBE STYLIST Kimmie Smith/Accessory2 | MUA/HAIR STYLIST Christina Padilla |

ATHLEISURE MAG: What is the aesthetic/vibe of the JIMMY at the James Hotel?

JIMMY SOHO: JIMMY is a grown up, stylish, fun and unpretentious cocktail lounge that has indoor/outdoor capacity. We’re not a dance club although often people are bopping their heads to our DJs (THUR/FRI/SAT night and SAT/SUN afternoons in summer). We’re 18 floors above Soho/Tribeca with nearly 360 views of the city. JIMMY is a fairly intimate space, holding about 100 indoors with room for another 75 outside
in good weather. The vibe is for conversation and socializing, whether that’s after work or post-dinner.

AM: Since JIMMY lounge is a rooftop, what areas are guests able to enjoy now that spring is on its way?

JS: Our roof area is always open for people to step outside but right now people are more focused on staying cozy inside, sitting on couches by the floor-to-ceiling windows, grooving to some great music, and catching up with friends or making new ones.

AM: JIMMY Soho just had an Oscars party, what other events do you have coming up that we should place into our calendars?

JS: We always do Super Bowl and Oscar parties. The next afternoon we’ll have a special gathering will be for The Kentucky Derby. And we open
our afternoon pool-deck parties on May 21, which is when we start opening at 3pm on weekends with afternoon DJs. We’ll also be showing the Olympics this summer both out by the pool and indoors.

AM: What is the signature drink of JIMMY lounge and what are some of the favorite dishes that are enjoyed by guests?

JS: We don’t have one signature cocktail, but we have two cocktails since we have opened that we can’t take off the menu, the Legal
in Vermont-which is Bourbon, Maple, Cinnamon and Shisho over a cinnamon bark ice block, and the other one is The Grapes of Wrath-Vodka,
muddled Grapes and Cucumbers with Elderflower syrup and seltzer.

In terms of dishes the most popular are: Cheeseburger Sliders w/ Jalapeño & Parmesan Fries, Artichoke Flatbread w/ Garlic Ricotta & Fresh Basil
and Falafel Bites w/ Cucumber, Mint & Tzatziki. 

AM: Who are the creators of JIMMY lounge and what are their backgrounds in terms of the culinary and nightlife/mixology scene?

JS: JIMMY was developed by David Rabin and Johnny Swet. David was a founder of Lotus and other well-known nightspots, and is now a partner in Cafe Clover, The Lambs Club, The Skylark and JIMMY. Johnny Swet worked at many of the most iconic spots in NY like Bowery Bar and Pastis before opening his own places, Hotel Griffou and Rogue and Canon. He’s also the cocktail consultant for the Dream Hotel, Cafe Clover, The Skylark and JIMMY, and several other prominent NYC venues. 

AM: What makes JIMMY lounge distinctive in the nightlife scene?

JS: JIMMY is nightlife for people who are either “over” going to big clubs with EDM where they can’t hear themselves speak, or for groups to
gather for a cocktail or two before they head out for a real late-nighter. It’s also the ideal spot to spend a spring/summer weekend afternoon, sipping a cocktail out by the pool. In that way, it’s kind of “day-life”.

PHOTOGRAPHY COURTESY | JIMMY

JIMMY LOUNGE 15 Thompson St NY, NY 10013

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March Madness

It's that time of year again with the arrival of NCAA March Madness which runs from March 15th through April 4th. We've put together a roundup of a number of bars and lounges to catch these NCAA games in the host cities. 

1st 4 Games | DAYTON, OH The Century |

1st & 2nd Rounds | SPOKANE, WA The Onion | DES MOINES, IA Iowa Taproom | OKLAHOMA CITY, OK Urban Johnnie Bar & Grille | ST LOUIS, MO 21st Amendment: The Brewery Bar |

1st & 2nd Rounds | RALEIGH, NC Tobacco Road | BROOKLYN, NY The Grand National | PROVIDENCE, RI Ladder 133 | DENVER, CO Tavern Lowry |

EAST REGIONALS | PHILADELPHIA, PA  Founding Father’s Bar | SOUTH REGIONALS | LOUISVILLE, KY Sports and Social Club | MIDWEST REGIONALS | CHICAGO, IL  Old Town Pour House | WEST REGIONALS | ANAHEIM, CA ESPN Zone | FINAL FOUR | HOUSTON, TX Mezzanine Lounge |
 

Tokyo Nights & Sushi Roxx Q&A

| PHOTOGRAPHY Carlos David | PHOTO ASSISTANT | Patrick O'Brien | WARDROBE STYLIST Kimmie Smith/Accessory2 | MUA Nydia Figueroa | MUA Kat Osorio | MUA Jarel Aerin | HAIR STYLIST Angel Morales/Bella Agency | MAJOR MODELS Mark + Spencer | MSA MODELS Maura + Nicole |

Our cover shoot took place at Sushi Roxx, which has been a hotspot by celebrities, invite only parties and more! In addition to our models from MSA and Major Model, our party included the performers from this must have Tokyo nightlife inspired restaurant that has entertainment throughout the night! Continue on to our photoshoot as well as the Q&A with this property.

Our Night in Tokyo shoot took place at Sushi Roxx which is located between Murray Hill and
Grand Central Station. Guests enjoy dinner and a show in this celeb approved spot. We took a moment to get the scoop and have a model party at this buzzed about eating destination.

ATHLEISURE MAG: What is the concept behind Sushi Roxx and what sets it apart from other
restaurant/nightlife properties in the city?

SUSHI ROXX: SUSHI ROXX is a Tokyo nightlife inspired restaurant where the servers, hostesses & bussers are also all professional singers and dancers performing every 20 mins throughout our guests dining experience.

AM: When did Sushi Roxx open and was the live entertainment always apart of the ambiance of this restaurant?

SR: We opened August 2015 and yes entertainment was always incorporated.

AM: What are the signature dishes and cocktails that are enjoyed here?

SR: Signature dishes include our Wild Ginger Edamame, the BIG MAC, Miami Vice and Surf &
Turk rolls and our Shitake Polenta. Our most popular cocktails are the Kung Fu Hustle & Marty
McFly.

AM: Are there plans to open additional locations in the city or beyond?

SR: We are currently looking to expand to Las Vegas, Orlando, London & Philadelphia.

AM: Are there plans for you to have lunch service in addition to dinner?

SR: There are no plans to open for lunch but a Saturday party brunch is on the horizon.

AM: Is there anything new that fans of Sushi Roxx can look forward to for summer 2017 (ie
new menu options)?

SR: We incorporate new performances every 90 days. And we are launching a new Sake Bomb program soon.

The Spring Issue is Out

Our 3rd issue is out and of course, we're all about Spring and everything that comes with it from fashion, style, beauty and tasty treats from our Athleisure Kitchen. Make sure that you check out our issue in full right here!