Fitness & Wellness Blog

The thirst is real. The weather is hot, we’re kicking butt in class, and we’ve got to stay hydrated! When it comes to replenishing your thirst, before you grab the nearest refreshment in sight, take a moment to make a healthy decision about what you’re going to hydrate with. Some liquids can be a source of excellent vitamins and nutrients, while others can be packed with sugar and disguised with unnecessary calories. While we believe in the balance of all things scrumptious, we also believe that when it comes to hydrating, it’s important to make the right decision. Let’s walk through the do’s and the don’ts of healthy hydration!    

Your desk job – aka the ultimate struggle in terms of staying active. However, we’ve got the perfect recipe for making the most of your desk job and utilizing your time in a healthy and productive way. These small changes will make a big difference in your concentration, energy and your day-to-day mood. Take charge of your desk space and try these sustainable strategies that will make your work lifestyle much healthier and happier.   Schedule fitness sessions Sneak out on your lunch break for an hour of active rejuvenation! You’ll feel stronger, enlivened and ready to take on whatever the afternoon brings you. Stand up! Invest in a standing desk and switch

Amidst today’s bustling societal climate, people are truly beginning to prioritize the quality of their wellbeing. This means that balance, in all aspects of life, is a necessity. When we work out, we put stress on our muscles. In order to fully replenish and get stronger with every workout, you need to recover accordingly.   Enter: Exhale Recovery   Our newest class, which launches nationally the week of September 16, is designed to revive, restore, and rebalance your body after a tough workout through elements of active stretch, myofascial release therapy, and mindful meditation. And trust us (because we got a sneak peek of the class) — it’s everything you didn’t know you

Summer is on its way out. This means that it’s almost time to let go of flip flops, Summer Fridays, and the constant need to drink spiked seltzer on the beach while blasting Lizzo. At this time of year, that familiar bitter feeling starts to creep into our hearts as we prepare to say goodbye to another blissful summer. However, instead of wallowing in the end of the summer season, try turning those emotions outward and begin to look forward to everything that lies ahead in the months to come. Hold onto that care-free summer spirit as you venture into a new season with a fresh perspective!   Here are

Featuring Lisa Moskovitz – Founder of NY Nutrition Group We are committed to helping you stay as healthy as possible while at home. And whether we like it or not, being stuck at home means many of us are probably cooking a lot more than we once may have. It’s easy to get in a cooking rut, or feel like you don’t know where to start, or the right food to consume — but with some basic knowledge, we can preserve and improve our health from the inside out. Lisa Moskovitz, RD, CDN, and founder of NY Nutrition Group is giving us all her tips and strategies for keeping your

These days, it seems like the world around us is constantly presenting us with change and new challenges. During times of uncertainty and transition, it’s so important to pay close attention to how we are taking care of ourselves in order to maintain our stability and total wellbeing. At Exhale, we understand how important it is to do what is best for ourselves, especially when it comes to staying safe and healthy. That’s why we’ve been working hard to ensure that we give our community a wide range of options that will allow them to enjoy all aspects of Exhale, from wherever you are most comfortable. We’re so excited to

The debate regarding flu shots and vaccinations has always been a hot one, but no matter what side of the road you are on, daily fresh juices are essential to your health, especially during the colder months... especially now. Here are 6 common and not so common immunity boosting juices for juice “detox” and to help combat the cold and flu season. Remember, the idea of detoxing your whole body with one substance or by not eating for an extended period of time sounds like a great idea but is absolutely not true! Detoxing is an ongoing process which works best in combination with a lot of sleep amongst other

Energy. We all seem to need more of it while it seems to escape even the best of us. When it comes to energy sources, the first thought of course is food, with fruits and veggies especially being top of mind these days. But before we put more plants on our plates, let’s explore a few non-food related energy hacks, because what's the point if you don't have the proper mental tools to keep you in the game? Although the items below seem super simple, things often "click" when we hear them in a different way or with a new fact and sometimes the things "I totally know already" are

One of life’s biggest misconceptions is that a PERFECT DIET exists… and in reality, it NEVER has. Our diet has always depended on our day to day resources; and once upon a time (and still in many places) if you didn’t farm or hunt, you didn’t eat. In fact, many people (including me) believe that adopting a farmer-hunter mindset is the first step in successful portion control that can help with weight loss. For some the thought of this seems impossible (and maybe even gruesome) but that’s exactly the point. Imagine having to harvest and/or hunt EVERYTHING you ate…. (you probably wouldn’t eat as much!)  A Snapshot of The Standard

Macronutrients – a.k.a. the big three – are made up of protein, fats, and carbs. Micronutrients, on the other hand, include all of the other important vitamins and minerals that our bodies need. B vitamins as a whole are super essential to overall cell function and DNA production, aka, keeping our body working and healthy every day. There are 8 specific B vitamins, typically known as B-complex: thiamine (B1), riboflavin (B2), niacin (B3), pantothenic (B5), pyridoxine (B6), biotin (B7), folic acid (B9), cobalamin (B12). BenefitsThe very vital benefits of Vitamin B include cell health, energy levels, a healthy appetite, cardiovascular health and more. All of these benefits are essential when you’re keeping up