BINGELY BOOKS

AFROSURF

Ten Speed Press

Mami Wata

AFROSURF celebrates African surf culture, an area that may not be as known and includes profiles, essays, photographs and illustrations. This collection of materials is compiled by Mami Wata a Cape Town surf company that believes in African surf. They source and manufacture their assortment in Africa and work with communities to strengthen local economies through surf tourism. In this book an array of voices come together from Mami Wata's co-founder, Selema Masekela along with noted African photographers, thinkers, writers, and surfers to explore the unique culture of eighteen coastal countries, from Morocco to Somalia, Mozambique, South Africa, and beyond. This coffee table book has over fifty essays, AFROSURF features surfer and skater profiles, thought pieces, poems, photos, illustrations, ephemera, recipes, and a mini comic, combined to showcase this surfing culture.

MODERN FREEZER MEALS: SIMPLE RECIPES TO COOK NOW AND FREEZE FOR LATER

Skyhorse Publishing

Ali Rosen

Emmy and James Beard Award-nominated host of Potluck with Ali Rosen on NYC Life released Modern Freezer Meals: Simple Recipes to Cook Now and Freeze for Later. Ali's latest book focuses on a way to preserve food beyond canning and fermenting. The freezer is a powerful tool that really assists in the best way to meal prep and to have a dish that is available to have on hand when you need it.

In this book, she includes 100 fresh recipe for frozen foods. The assortment has healthy dishes, grain bowls, proteins that are cooked straight from the freezer as well as maintaining the integrity of flavors.

Ali breaks down her tips from proper packaging and labeling techniques while also breaking myths that you may have heard about freezer meals. She focuses on meals that stand up to the cold and you no longer have to worry about freezer burn and dishes that you can't decipher. Some of the dishes that we want to check out are Everything Biscuits, Mashed Potato Bell Peppers, Cherry Chocolate Cookies, Ricotta Gnocchi and more.

THE HARD SELTZER COCKTAILBOOK

Ulysses Press

Cassie Vogel

In the Hard Seltzer Cocktail Book: 55 Unofficial Recipes for White Claw Slushies, Truly Mixers and More Spiked Seltzer Drinks, which takes sparkling beverages that are better for you and allows you to create cocktails to make them unique. The recipes are easy to make and use some of your favorite seltzers that you and your friends enjoy. You'll see how to make Sparkling Frose, Poppin' Lemon Drops, Watermelon Sugar Slushies, One-Minute Margs and more. We think that this will be your go to resource throughout the year.

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7 HOLIDAY DESTINATIONS IDEAL FOR FITNESS BUFFS

With spring just around the corner, it’s time to start thinking about holidays. All the fitness buffs out there might be beginning to consider ways to meet their exercise goals (or perhaps renew some failed New Year’s resolutions!) whilst also enjoying a pleasant break abroad.

Thankfully, there are hundreds of great destinations for fitness gurus of all persuasions and levels to enjoy a well-deserved break whilst not lagging behind on their exercise goals. Below we outline seven of the best. 

Where To Go for the Ultimate Fitness Holiday

If cycling’s your thing, Ireland offers some of the most stunning scenery throughout the whole of Europe where you can bike and hike and is conveniently just a stone’s throw from the UK. There are dozens of jaw-dropping trails dotted around its picturesque landscapes that will suit both novice and experienced cyclists. Drink in incredible panoramic views of glistening lochs, immense cliffs and fairytale islands as you improve your fitness along trails that are often marvellously unspoilt by traffic. Some are even gentle enough to be suitable for all the family.

Sicily is a fantastic destination for a cycling fitness holiday that’s a bit warmer and a bit more challenging, and it was recently home to some memorable sections from Italy’s Grand Tour bike race, the Giro d’Italia. Feel like a pro as you saddle up and take on some tough sections from the tour whilst enjoying beautiful olive-tree laden vistas and soaking up the historic, rustic culture and excellent healthy cuisine.

For those who prefer their exercise on two legs, why not try a Nordic walking break? You’ll burn up to 46% more calories than you do walking normally; Nordic walking (with poles) has fast become a popular option among British ramblers and hikers, and is quickly gaining fanatics across the globe.

For a very different (and very un-Nordic) Nordic walking experience, we recommend packing your poles and taking them to Greece’s Halkidiki Peninsula, where over 30 routes have been established by quiet bays and through cinematic olive groves. Fitness fanatics may also want to visit the gorgeous Miraggio Thermal Spa for strength training sessions and guided walks, as well as a bit of pampering.

Those seeking to break a serious sweat and holiday with a competitive edge should head to the gorgeous island of Mauritius for one of their celebrated annual races, the most famous of which is Beachcomber’s Ultra Trail Raidlight (28-29 July); it comprises of four tough fitness events across the stunning island. Beginners may want to try the event’s six-mile race, whilst seasoned fitness buffs should attempt the event’s ultimate fitness challenge: a 62-mile course that encompasses clifftops, peaks, waterfalls and areas that are normally off-limits.

Or if it’s a holiday crammed with water activities that you need, why not try a surfing getaway? With its first appearance as an Olympic sport due in Tokyo in 2020, there’s never been a better time to get into surfing. It’s a fantastic way to improve your fitness whilst also soaking in the rays, and there are plenty of excellent surfing spots across Europe and beyond for an excellent fitness experience that’s also heaps of fun. 

Within Europe, you can’t do better than the Iberian Peninsula in Portugal. With excellent surf set against a backdrop of cute whitewashed villages, mouth-watering food and loads of surf camps and gentler spots where you can train, it’s the perfect place to start your surfing journey. Outside of Europe, we recommend Morocco’s east coast for something a little more exotic. With a well-established surf culture and plenty of well-regarded surf spots for both beginners and experts, Morocco’s the place to head for a surfing fitness holiday that doubles as a fascinating cultural getaway teeming with gorgeous Islamic architecture and incredible food. 

If you prefer to be submerged in the water rather than coasting on top of it, then a swimming holiday is the ideal fitness break for you. In our opinion you can’t do better than a trip to one of Greece’s many islands for the perfect swim. With gentle, warm waters and sparkling clear blue seas, almost all of the country’s 227 inhabited islands offer fantastic swimming experiences around their shores.

We recommend the town of Oia on the island of Santorini, which also holds guided boat tours around its two surrounding volcanic islets. Another great option for swimmers is Crete, which offers swim trails like the Minoan Trail round the gorgeous rugged coastline of the Sfakia region and also hosts ‘Big Swim Weeks’ at various times throughout the year. 

Whether it’s cycling, hiking, swimming or surfing that you feel will scratch your fitness holiday itch, you can’t go wrong with any of these seven destinations; you’ll make sure you return from your holiday feeling trim and focussed rather than flabby and over-indulged. And of course, fantastic all-inclusive resorts that cater to fitness fanatics of every stripe and with elegant gyms, spas and pools can be found of each of these locations, often at excellent prices. 

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ATHLEISURE LIST - SURFSET NYC

Whether you're a surfer or always wanted the body without hitting the waves, - SURFSET NYC is one of the hottest methods right now! SURFSET New York City offers surf-inspired fitness classes, made popular by ABC's Shark Tank, that are designed to build strong, lean surfer bodies. The interval-based classes combine elements of aerobic fat burning, lean muscle building, and balance & core training in a fun and challenging 45-minute routine on top of a custom-made unstable surfboard.

Diana Garrett and Aaron Thouvenin, creators and co-owners of SURFSET NYC and two of the world’s first SURFSET® Fitness Master Trainers & Ambassadors. As surfers themselves, they bring the challenging and fun aspects of surfing to every class.

Diana Garrett, founder of SURFSET New York City, learned to surf more than 15 years ago in San Diego, and she’s been riding waves (in the ocean or on the RipSurfer X) ever since. As a surfer and former competitive gymnast, acrobatic performer, and gymnastics coach, her fitness focus has always been on core strength, endurance, flexibility, and balance. It’s no surprise that her SURFSET New York City classes combine all four surf-inspired interval workouts!

While Diana has surfed the Atlantic, Pacific, and Indian Oceans, you can usually find her riding her fun board at Long Beach, NY or Spring Lake, NJ. Diana’s SURFSET New York City classes bring the excitement of surfing to land, whether you want the rush of catching a wave, the lean strength of a surfer, or just a fun way to stay in shape. Diana is a certified SURFSET Fitness Master Trainer and NASM Personal Trainer.

Aaron Thouvenin, founder of SURFSET New York City, has always been a sport and fitness competitor and enthusiast. He developed a passion for surfing while attending college and pursuing a basketball career in Australia, and has never looked back. He combines the fun, free spirit of the surf lifestyle with the training regimen of a competitive athlete, and is a true believer in the fitness and spiritual benefits of surfing. Most importantly, he believes fitness should be as fun as surfing!

Aaron has personally experienced the benefits of SURFSET Fitness classes and the RipSurfer X since SURFSET first launched in 2011. After years of working and studying techniques with trainers from various areas, he tried SURFSET Fitness and was hooked. As a SURFSET Brand Ambassador, Master Trainer, and founder of SURFSET NYC, he is excited to share his enthusiasm for surfing, fitness, and coaching with the world. His motivation and focus on plyometric movements and core balance will have you in surfer shape in no time! Aaron is a certified SURFSET Fitness Master Trainer.

SURFSET Fitness creators Mike and Sarah Hartwick were on Shark Tank and secured a deal with Dallas Mavricks owner and billionaire investor, Mark Cuban.

The SURFSET NYC studio is located in the East Village at 64 East 4th Street (between Bowery & 2nd Ave), 4th Floor, NY, NY 10003. It is also available for on-site and off-site events, classes, and demos. In the summer, they are also partnering with Skudin Surf to offer surfing lessons in the water.

SURFET NYC studio is a beach oasis in downtown Manhattan! It offers bottled water, and SURFSET NYC workout towels at the studio. They currently sell Terez leggings in the studio. SURFEST NYC apparel is coming very soon!  

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