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 Norma's Weekly Member Snapshot: Wellness in the New Year
HAPPY NEW YEAR!
The New Year has arrived and whatever our individual resolutions are, we all want to make it a meaningful year. Whether you've decided to eat healthier, exercise more, rest and rejuvenate, or give back to others...my January Weekly Wellness Snapshots will guide you as you reach your goals.
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Through January 10 New York Boat Show
Jacob Javits Center
Even if you aren't in the market for some wheels on water, it's a great time checking out the best boat show out there.
Through January 10 LuminariesBrookfield Place A mesmerizing display of lights in downtown's Brookfield Place. The canopy of lights emanates from 650 hanging lanterns. Send a wish, as I did, by touching a wishing station. A magical component of the holiday season!Through January 10 The New York Times Travel Show
Jacob Javits Center (655 West 34th Street)
Pick up travel tips at seminars hosted by experts in the field. Learn about international hot spots, familiar favorites, and secluded getaways.
Grand Central Terminal
The world's largest spectator squash event with international stars.
New York Botanical Gardens
NYC's favorite train show! And don't miss Bar Car Nights to sip a cocktail, see model trains circle a miniature New York, and watch ice carvers.
Bryant Park
Skate, shop, and dine this winter.
ON THE RADAR:
Central Park Bandshell Area ( Enter at 72nd Street)
Mark your calendars for the ultimate snow day. An annual event in NYC, Gore Mountain blows fresh snow for the day. There will be snowshoeing, a winter market, and the opportunity to learn to ski and snowboard. Equipment is free. January 29 Apres Ski Winter Party
Astor House (130 East 80th Street)
The New York Junior League's 5th Annual Aprčs-Ski Winter Party. Wear mountain ski attire and enjoy hors d'oeuvres and warm beverages. Bring a ski lift ticket to attend an exclusive after-party.
January 30 & 31 Winter Carnival
Bryant Park
A two-day celebration of ice golf, curling, and other winter activities... topped off by food samplings from local chefs, as well as a NYC brewhouse.
February 11 through 18 Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week
Various locations
Your opportunity to view all of the cutting-edge upcoming fashion trends and looks.
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Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show
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February 12 through 14 Couture Fashion Week Crowne Plaza Times Square Manhattan (1605 Broadway)
If you can't score tickets to Fashion Week, buy a ticket to this fashionably fabulous event.
February 15 & 16 Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show
Piers 92/94 (55th Street & West Side Highway)
The best of the best pedigrees come out to compete in the most prestigious of dog shows.
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CULTURAL PURSUITS
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Robert Motherwell:
Elegy to the Spanish Republic
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COOPER HEWITT (2 East 91st Street)
How Posters Work
Through January 17
Dozens of designers collaborate to convey their ideas and constructions.
DOMINIQUE LEVY GALLERY (909 Madison Avenue)
Robert Motherwell: Elegy to the Spanish Republic
Through January 9
One of my favorite artists, Robert Motherwell, is on display at the Dominque Levy Gallery... a collection of abstract expressionism.
FOLK ART MUSEUM (2 Lincoln Square)
HPGRP GALLERY (434 Greenwich Street)
Zero Art
Through January 16
An eclectic showing of Japanese artists.
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Fashion and Virtue: Textile Patterns and the Print Revolution
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THE METROPOLITAN MUSEUM OF ART (1000 Fifth Avenue)
Fashion and Virtue: Textile Patterns and the Print Revolution, 1520-1620
Through January 10
The exhibit will combine printed pattern books, drawings, textile samples, costumes, paintings, and various other works of art to evoke the colorful world in which the Renaissance textile pattern books first emerged and functioned.
MICHAEL WERNER GALLERY (4 East 77th Street) Peter Doig
Through January 16
The inaugural United States exhibit of his paintings.
THE MORGAN LIBRARY AND MUSEUM (226 Madison Avenue)
Graphic Passion: Matisse and the Book ArtsThrough January 18
The exhibit embraces the printed book as a means for the artistic expression of Matisse.
MUSEUM OF MODERN ART (11 West 53rd Street)
Digital age design encompassing fashion and furniture.
Through January 10 Glittering World presents the story of Navajo jewelry through the lens of one of the most celebrated jewelry making families of our time.
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Robert Rauschenberg: Anagrams, Arcadian Retreats, Anagrams (A Pun)
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PACE GALLERY (534 West 25th Street)
Robert Rauschenberg: Anagrams, Arcadian Retreats, Anagrams (A Pun)
Through January 16
Works from his first three exhibitions on display at Pace.
WHITNEY MUSEUM OF AMERICAN ART (99 Gansevoort Street)
Archibald Motley: Jazz Age Modernist
Through January 17
The first exhibition of his paintings in two decades.
AMERICAN MUSEUM OF NATURAL HISTORY (Central Park West at 79th Street)
Jean-Michel Cousteau's Secret OceanThrough January
Take a breathtaking journey around the underwater world as Cousteau introduces 30 species shown for the first time on film.
The Butterfly Conservatory
Through May 29
The butterflies are back! Enter a room filled with beautiful butterflies of many different species... great for all ages.
ANDREA ROSEN GALLERY (525 West 24th Street)
Through January 23
I'm always intrigued by what Yoko Ono develops. She entitled this exhibit "over the river in between life and death."
ANTON KERN GALLERY (532 West 20th Street)
Through February 20
I enjoy the Kern gallery since it promotes international art with a futuristic bent.
CENTER FOR ITALIAN MODERN ART (421 Broome Street)
Giorgio Morandi
Through June 25
An annual installation dedicated to one of the best known Italian artists of the 20th century and focuses on the artist's rarely seen works from the 1930s.
COOPER HEWITT (2 East 91st Street)
Through August 7
Pixar fans, such as myself, will enjoy this exhibit, which traces the creation of the rarely seen sketches, paintings, and sculptures of Pixar's popular characters.
DISCOVERY TIMES SQUARE (226 West 44th Street)
Through February 29
With all of the craze about Star Wars, it's the perfect time to see the comprehensive exhibit of memorable costumes from this incredibly iconic (and ongoing) film series.
ELLIS ISLAND
Ongoing
Life-size historic photographs of Ellis Island immigrants are displayed on the south side of Ellis Island.
Ongoing
Tells the story of immigration to America before the processing station opened.
Through March 23
More than seventy works by ten artists examining an important new development in contemporary photography. GALERIE ZURCHER (33 Bleecker Street) Lynn UmlaufThrough February 25 I love that her creations, both paintings and sculptures, were created in a farmhouse in Tuscany.
HAMMER GALLERIES (32 East 67th Street) Matisse & PicassoThrough January 20 Two of my favorite artists' works on display. HUNTER COLLEGE (680 Park Avenue) Boundless Reality: Traveler Artists' Landscapes of Latin America from the Patricia Phelps de Cisneros CollectionThrough January 23
A selection of rarely seen paintings, works on paper, photographs, and books that describe the beauty and complexity of life in Latin America.
INTREPID SEA, AIR & SPACE MUSEUM (Pier 86 - West 46th Street & 12th Avenue)
THE JEWISH MUSEUM (1109 Fifth Avenue)
Unorthodox
Through March 27
An exhibit showcasing the impact of unorthodox concepts on orthodox systems.
MADISON SQUARE PARK
Through Winter
500 feet of sprawling sculptures made of golden canopies suspended above the park's pathway. An eye-catching exhibit.
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Two Days in the Life of Andy
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MAISON GERARD GALLERY (53 East 10th Street)
Two Days in the Life of Andy
Now open
Rare photographs of Andy Warhol exhibited for the first time.
THE METROPOLITAN MUSEUM OF ART (1000 Fifth Avenue)
Through January 24
230 powerful and compelling masterworks from the transformational era... the unification of Egypt. Jacqueline de Ribes: The Art of Style
Through February 21
An exquisite exhibit from the Costume Institute: a retrospective of a Parisian aristocrat. Girolamo dai Libri and Veronese Art of the Sixteenth CenturyThrough February 7
Exhibit showcases art from this leading artist in Verona, Italy during the early sixteenth century... altarpieces and manuscripts made for numerous churches in and around the city.
THE MORGAN LIBRARY AND MUSEUM (226 Madison Avenue) Ernest Hemingway: Between Two WarsThrough January 31
I have been awaiting this exhibit, in collaboration with the John F. Kennedy Library. This is the first major museum exhibit devoted to the works of the iconic Ernest Hemingway.
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Wendell Castle Remastered
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THE MUSEUM OF ART & DESIGN (2 Columbus Circle)
Wendell Castle RemasteredThrough February 28 An acclaimed figure of the American art furniture movement. MUSEUM OF THE CITY OF NEW YORK (1220 Fifth Avenue)
Through March 20
The 30th anniversary will feature 19 artists from 14 countries.
Through April 10Exhibition of past three decades of 30 international artists whose works range in their approach to political, social, and cultural flux of our global landscape.
Picasso Sculpture
Through February 7
See Picasso from a different perspective. His sculptures, which he adored living with and rarely showed, are the focus of the exciting new exhibition.
NEW-YORK HISTORICAL SOCIETY (170 Central Park West)
PAUL KASMIN GALLERY (293 Tenth Avenue)
Erik Parker: UndertowThrough January 23 Wildly inventive architecture and signature neon palates!RACHEL UFFNER GALLERY (170 Suffolk Street) Open TimeThrough February 20 both Nikholis Planck and David Armacost will exhibit their works in the theme "Open Time."THE SKYSCRAPER MUSEUM (39 Battery Place)
Ten Tops
Through February
Focuses on a group of the world's tallest buildings 100 stories and higher. A perfect exhibit for this museum!
SOCIETY OF ILLUSTRATORS (128 East 63rd Street) Tuesdays & Thursdays
For those that have a talent for sketching, stop by Tuesday or Thursday evenings for sketch night and take it the latest exhibition.
WHITNEY MUSEUM OF AMERICAN ART (99 Gansevoort Street)
January 21 through 24 Brings together a carefully selected and distinguished international group of about 30 galleries. Porcelain, pottery, glass, and enamels.NEUE GALERIE NEW YORK MUSEUM FOR GERMAN AND AUSTRIAN ART (1048 Fifth Avenue) Munch and ExpressionismFebruary 18 through June 13 The exhibit features works of Edward Munich's influence on his German and Austrian contemporaries.PARK AVENUE ARMORY (Park Avenue at 67th Street)
Winter Antiques Show
January 22 through 31
An extensive collection for museum dealers and those intrigued by antiques. VARIOUS LOCATIONSMaster Drawings in New YorkJanuary 23 through 30 Masterpieces will be displayed, showcasing a mix of pen, ink, charcoal, and watercolors of iconic artists from the 16th century onward. 
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CURTAIN UP
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January 10 Sunday Night Film Club: The Intern
Crosby Street Hotel (79 Crosby Street)
For $55 per person, enjoy dinner and a movie. A 3-course meal is followed by a viewing of this movie starring Robert DeNiro and Anne Hathaway.
January 13 through 26 New York Jewish Film FestivalThe Jewish Museum and Film Society of Lincoln Center (70 Lincoln Center Plaza) The 25th annual festival at Lincoln Center, hosting an array of films, an exhibition, and a symposium.
MUSIC & DANCE:Mondays Rainbow Room
Rainbow Room (30 Rockefeller Plaza) Don't miss Max Weinberg for dinner seatings on Mondays in November. Also, I l ove that they are serving a special Sunday brunch and dinner & dancing on Friday nights. It's an iconic spot and a must-see!
Tuesdays & Wednesdays Jazz Nights The Lambs Club (132 West 44th Street)Live jazz from new and up and coming performers. The featured performer on January 12th is Emily Braden, a master vocalist with a sound blending jazz and soul.
Friday Nights Friday Nights to Remember
The Regency Bar & Grill (Loews Regency Hotel - 540 Park Avenue)
Quincy Jones recording artist, Michael Fredo performs every Friday at 7:30pm... get the feel of old school New York jazz with a new twist. Ongoing New York Live Arts
New York Live Arts (219 West 19th Street)
Chelsea based programs feature the most innovative movements. Check the website for performances.
Winter Season New York Philharmonic Avery Fisher Hall (10 Lincoln Center Plaza) Visit the schedule for upcoming concerts through the rest of the year.
January 9 through 11 A Funny Thing Happened: Songs from the Road to Broadway 92Y (1395 Lexington Avenue) Three-time Tony Award-winner Kathleen Marshall reveals the stories behind "Comedy Tonight" ( A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum) and other 11th-hour songs that became Broadway's biggest hits.
Through January 10 Chris Botti
Blue Note (131 West 3rd Street)
Annual festive performance at the Blue Note.
Through January 10 Dragon Boat Racing
David H. Koch Theater (20 Lincoln Center Plaza) Set in 1930s China, it's an athletic, thrilling, epic and touching performance of some of China's finest dancers.
January 12 Chita Rivera
Cafe Carlyle (35 East 76th Street)Actress, singer, and musical theater star performs through January 23rd.
January 15 & 16 Fred Hersch & Friends: Intimate Moments
The Appel Room (10 Columbus Circle)
Jazz at Lincoln Center features Grammy nominated pianist Fred Hersch... he will dazzle you this month.
Through January 17 Winter Jazzfest
(Le) Poisson Rouge (158 Bleecker Street) and other locations
100 groups playing at various spots in the Village.
Through January 17 PrototypeHERE (145 Sixth Avenue)
Festival of opera and theater productions.
Through January 17 Under the Radar Festival The Public Theater (425 Lafayette Street) Annual festival showcases new theater from around the world.
January 26 Seeing Music 92Y (1395 Lexington Avenue) Masterpieces like you've never imagined... various performances through February 18th.
January 31 Sondheim Unplugged
54 Below (254 West 54th Street)
Annual event features some of Broadway and cabaret's most dynamic voices, accompanied by piano only, honoring the work of Broadway's master composer. Also February 28th.
Through March 3 Truffles: A Murder Mystery Jazz DinnerDuane Park (308 Bowery)
Great jazz coupled with whodunnit?  Through March 27 Bargemusic Winter FestivalFulton Ferry Landing - Brooklyn Bridge Bundle up to hear exceptional chamber music presented on a floating barge at the foot of the Brooklyn Bridge!
The Metropolitan Opera House (Lincoln Center Plaza)
Puccini's immortal tale of tragic young love set amidst the rooftops of bohemian Paris.
THEATER:  January 19th through February 5th, don't miss Broadway Week... Two for one tickets to must-see shows. Visit the website for more information and to purchase tickets.
A View from the Bridge
Through February 21
Lyceum Theatre (149 West 45th Street)
Electrifying performance of Arthur Miller's classic. Allegiance
Through February 14
Longacre Theatre (220 West 48th Street)
Based on a true story, a tale of one Japanese American family's love, optimism, and heroism. Starring George Takei of Star Trek fame.
An American in Paris
Palace Theater (1564 Broadway)
American Stage debut of the story about a young artist who discovers life and love after returning from the war.
Through July 3
Stephen Sondheim Theatre (124 West 43rd Street)
This musical follows the legendary songwriter from her early days as a Brooklyn teenager to well-known hits as a top recording artist.
China Doll
Through January 31
Gerald Schoenfeld Theatre (236 West 45th Street)
What do you get when the leading man is played by Al Pacino and the playwright is David Mamet? Perfection. Tickets will be selling quickly for this story about a wealthy man, his young fiance, and an airplane!
Clever Little Lies
Through March 20
Westside Theatre (407 West 43rd Street)
A comedy of love and secrets starring "That Girl" Marlo Thomas.
Colin Quinn The New York Story
Through January 31
Cherry Lane Theatre (38 Commerce Street)
Directed by Jerry Seinfeld, the play returns! Quinn bemoans the rise and fall of his hometown city (formerly known as New York). It's Quinn at his satirical best... depicting NYC as the crossroads of the world. The Color Purple
Through May 1
Bernard B Jacobs Theatre (242 West 45th Street)
Tickets are now on sale for this Broadway revival starring Jennifer Hudson.
The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time Through July 3
Barrymore Theatre (243 West 47th Street) A Tony Award Winning play! The lead actor, a graduate of Julliard, is brilliant. The story unfolds with a mathematically precocious adolescent with behavioral problems uncovering truths and secrets.
Fiddler on the Roof
Through July 3
Broadway Theatre (1681 Broadway)
The acclaimed show returns to Broadway, a favorite of mine.
Through July 3
The amazing story of how Peter became Pan.
The FlickThrough January 10 Barrow Street Theatre (27 Barrow Street)
Set in a run-down movie theater in central Massachusetts, this is Annie Baker's Pulitzer Prize-winning play. Through June 5 Circle in the Square Theatre (235 West 50th Street) Performance brings the actors and audience within close proximity. Tony Award Winning play about seeing your parents through adult eyes.
The Gin Game Through January 10
John Golden Theatre (252 West 45th Street)
Broadway reunion starring award winning actors Cecily Tyson and James Earl Jones. A heartwarming story about two lonely nursing home residents, drawn together over the game of Gin Rummy. HamiltonThe King and I Through June 5
Lincoln Center Theater (150 West 65th Street)
The revival of Rodgers and Hammerstein's play, starring Tony Award Winner Kelli O'Hara.
King Charles III
Through January 31
Music Box Theatre (239 West 45th Street) When Prince Charles finally becomes King of England, he learns that his new role is not exactly what he expected as a multitude of problems confront him.
Misery
Through February 14
Broadhurst Theatre (Broadway & 44th Street)
Much-anticipated thriller based on the Stephen King novel (and movie starring Kathy Bates). I was petrified reading the book, the movie brought it to life, and the on-stage show starring Bruce Willis and Laurie Metcalf is sure to have you on the edge of your seat!
 Noises OffThrough March 6 American Airlines Theatre (227 West 42nd Street) A Broadway revival of comedy chaos and embarrassing hi-jinks... starring one of my top performers, Megan Hilty.
Through April 3
Marquis Theatre (1535 Broadway)
A high-energy performance about the lives of Emilio and Gloria Estefan.
Ruthless
Through April 2
St. Luke's Theatre (308 West 46th Street)
Called "the mother of all musicals," I've seen it and can attest... it's a hilarious show starring 10-year old Tori Murray.
The Screwtape LettersThrough January 24 The Pearl Theatre (555 West 42nd Street) C.S. Lewis' tale... clever and satirical, a spiritual warfare from a demon's point of view.School of RockThrough October 2 I'm a fan of Andrew Lloyd Weber and I'm sure there will no exception to the quality of his newest musical based on the film starring Jack Black. Tappin' Through LifeThrough March 13
New World Stages (340 West 50th Street) A song and dance musical starring Broadway legend Maurice Hines. These Paper BulletsThrough January 10 Linda Gross Theater (336 West 20th Street) A takeoff on Shakespeare's Much Ado about Nothing... set to music.
ON THE RADAR:
 January 17 TalkCinema
The Walter Reade Theater at Lincoln Center (165 West 65th Street)
General admission or season passes available; film series features new independent films... you won't know what you see until you arrive, but you'll be able to discuss the movie afterwards with directors, producers, distributors, critics and each other. January 19 New York City Ballet
Lincoln Center Plaza
Get your tickets for one of the upcoming ballets. Through February 28th.
January 19 Lincoln Center's American Songbook
Lincoln Center
Various locations within Lincoln Center's venues. Outstanding artists... all in intimate settings. Through April. Catch Loudon Wainwright III's performance at the Appel Room on January 22nd.
January 19 Prodigal SonNew York City Center (131 West 55th Street) Oscar nominated director John Patrick Shanley hits it out of the park once again in an explosive portrait of a young man on the verge of salvation or destruction. Previews begin January 19th, opens February 9th through March 20th. January 23 Stephanie Blythe: Sing, America!Carnegie Hall (881 Seventh Avenue) Sing along with favorite American songs. January 25 through 30 Ben VereenFeinstein's/54Below (254 West 54th Street) The song and dance man is still going strong with performances this month at 54 Below. February 5 Blackbird
111 West 44th Street) The star-studded cast includes Michele Williams and Jeff Daniels; they will perform one of the most powerful dramas of the century. An uncomfortable relationship reunites between an older man and a younger woman. Previews begin February 5th, opens March 10th through June 12th.
February 5 through 10 Mardis Gras JazzBlue Note (131 West 3rd Street) Hear native New Orleans sounds during Mardis Gras.  February 6 The Bacon Brothers Schimmel Center at PACE University (3 Spruce Street) Whether you're into 6 degrees of Bacon or just a fan, grab tickets to listen to some great music. February 8 HughieBooth Theatre (222 West 45th Street)
Oscar winner Forest Whitaker makes his Broadway debut in Eugene O'Neil's theatrical masterpiece which investigates the themes of loneliness and redemption. Previews begin February 8th, opens February 25th through June 12th.
February 9 Keith JarrettCarnegie Hall (881 Seventh Avenue) An exceptional jazz and classical pianist performs a solo concert. February 16 John Pizzarelli QuartetBirdland (315 West 44th Street) The renowned quartet performs for one night.February 18 Jerry Seinfeld: The HomestandThe Beacon Theatre (2124 Broadway) Although the tickets for his January and February performances are mostly sold out, try to grab tickets for any of the other 10 performances in 2016. February 19 She Loves Me  Studio 54 (254 West 54th Street) Roundabout Theatre Company production starring one of my favorite performers, Jane Krakowski. It's a revival of a musical comedy. Previews begin February 19th, through June 12th.
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FOR THE FOODIE
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NEW: Quality Eats
West Village: 19 Greenwich Avenue
American Cuisine
A steak-focused restaurant from the folks behind Quality Meats. A modern twist on a classic neighborhood spot. Food is prepared with both Italian and Mediterranean influences. Besides an amazing offering of reasonably priced steaks, the Cacio E Pepe Orzo and the Butternut Brioche Bread Pudding are not to be missed!
NOTABLE: Gramercy TavernGramercy: 42 East 20th Street New American A Danny Meyer landmark serving continental American cuisine in two dining experiences. Choose from The Tavern, a casual atmosphere serving a la carte selections, or The Dining Room, serving both prix fixe and tasting menus. Both offer seasonal fine dining. I highly recommend the Kale & Radish Salad, the Monkfish, and the Banana Cream Pie for two!
January 19 through February 5 NYC Restaurant WeekVarious Locations I'll highlight recommendations as we get closer. January 19 Sixth Annual New York International Pairing Series
City Winery (155 Varick Street)
Part of a series of dinners showcasing the wine and food of a specific region. This event focuses on California. January 23 Pinot DaysCity Winery (155 Varick Street) The pinot producers of California, Oregon and New Zealand are extremely excited to be back at the center of the universe amongst the country's finest restaurants, wine shops and passionate wine lovers.
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SPECIAL FEATURE: NEW YEAR, NEW FITNESS ROUTINE |
Along with the athleisure movement (yoga pants for fashion!), below are top trends anticipated in the coming year. Stay tuned for wellness trends later this month!
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Wearable Technology
Includes fitness trackers, smart watches, heart rate monitors, and GPS tracking devices.
- Body Weight Training
Use minimal equipment, getting back to the basics with fitness. Personal training is also a growing trend, with more students majoring in exercise-related courses. - High-Intensity Interval Training (HIIT)
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Social Media Born Fitness Experts
There's a new kind of fitness celebrity: the kind born on Instagram or youtube. Millions of followers track their every healthy move and teach us how to work out more efficiently.
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Exercise for Mental Health
It's not just purely weight loss any more; many celebs and millennials are looking at exercise differently - empowerment vs traditional media message of just "get skinny."
EVENT:
January 12 Mindset Reset with Moticise
Tournesol Wellness (26 East 36th Street)
Don't miss this special event featuring a Mindset Reset Workout followed by a Moticise Vision Boarding Workshop. Be sure to reserve your spot.
All kinds of engaging workouts in the city will light your fire and keep you from being bored with a fun and energizing atmosphere. Try Dibs or a Classpass membership for keeping the routine fresh. I will feature YOGA, DANCE, AND PILATES later this month.
18 West 8th Street
Miami workout hits NYC... a unique method combines aerobic and anaerobic training, high intensity sprints, cardio endurance, and muscular toning.
689 Fifth Avenue & 155 Spring Street
Integrates interval training, isometrics, dance conditioning, and physical therapy to reshape the body.
Chaise Fitness
40 East 23rd Street, 1395 Lexington Avenue, 180 Maiden Lane Classes use the body's own weight through chairs and pulleys to strengthen and tone.
1477 Third Avenue & 97 Reade Street
There is no regimen, no rows of treadmills, and no membership. Pay by session and they partner you with a trainer who matches your goals.
Inform Fitness
201 East 56th Street
High-intensity, slow-motion, resistance training workouts that provide a week's worth of exercise in 20 minutes.
Orangetheory Fitness 124 West 23rd Street Get in the orange zone with the newest fitness craze that burns calories after your workout and gives you lasting results. Physique 57
24 West 57th Street, 55 Broadway, 161 Avenue of the Americas, 2109 Broadway
One of my favorites... as well as many celebrities.
1841 Broadway, 80 Pine Street, 78 5th Avenue, 412 Columbus Avenue, 554 Hudson Street
Isometric movements using a ballet barre. More locations opening soon.
340 East 71st Street, 117 West 72nd Street, 131 Perry Street
Personal training in a class setting... fundamental exercises with interval training including jumping jacks, pushups, squats, lunges, sprints, push backs, and resistance training.
Shadowbox28 West 20th Street Channel your inner Muhammad Ali in an intense boxing class with interval training and body weight exercises.
226 East 54th Street Become TROOPER-fit in this boot camp fitness studio.
78 Franklin Street
Spinning under water!
BFX Studio555 6th Avenue & 30 Broad Street The newest spin spot. 7 locations throughout the city Sign up for a single ride to try it out. Or buy a "Superfly Membership" for unlimited entrance to all locations.
15 locations throughout Manhattan
Touted as the best spinning workout in the city... pedal your way to health.
First team-inspired indoor cycling workout. RUN: Central ParkRun 1.5 miles around the Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis Reservoir, choose one of the shorter loops, or run the full 6-mile loop around the park.
From Gansevoort Street to 34th Street between 10th & 12th Avenues. Opens at 7am and runs 1.45 miles each way.
Hudson River Park & East River ParkRun the length of the Hudson River from Battery Place to 59th Street for a 5-mile workout. Lengthen the distance by going back and forth or continue along the Hudson River all the way north past Riverside Park or south along the East River up to 23rd Street for a long distance training run.
The Bronx An early morning grounds pass is available to members, or $13 for NYC residents and lets you run free. Roosevelt Island
Take Tramway Car at 59th Street & Second Avenue Station
Run around the entire island for a 4-mile workout.
Top Running Classes:
Mile High Run Club28 East 4th Street (East Village) A dedicated studio for running. They offer classes for shorter intervals and longer distances. New York Road Runners Deep Water RunningSt. Bartholomew's Church (325 Park Avenue), 92nd Street Y (1395 Lexington Avenue), John Jay College (899 10th Avenue) A non-impact form of running done in place in the water wearing a flotation belt. The water adds another layer of challenge to the workout. This is a 7-week course.
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