A curated selection of articles each month to inform and inspire a high-performance lifestyle
Two Equinox members team up with an Equinox Personal Run Coach, powered by Precision Run, to train for the New York City Marathon, from their first long-distance runs to the finish line.
Our new series, In Pursuit 26.2, provides an in-depth look inside marathon training through the eyes of first-time marathoners, Luis and Aurora, and their run coach, Corky. It launched on Sept. 13 and will run (pun intended) through Nov. 9. Check back each week for a new installment. READ MORE
In that same vein, Eleven Madison Park’s Chef and newly-minted marathoner, Daniel Humm, opens up about the fitness and recovery routine that keeps him energized throughout his bustling workdays.
“There is a similar consuming drive when training, and a focus on technique and execution,” says the James Beard Award-winning chef and pro cyclist. “I was able to channel and approach cooking and working in a kitchen with the same mindset that I had as a professional athlete.” READ MORE
Making friends as an adult is as much a science as it is an art. Psychologist, professor, and Platonic author Marisa Franco explains why it can feel so difficult.
“One study found that when exposed to the common cold, people with a diverse network of connections (aka a lot of friends) were less likely to get sick than people who had a less diverse social network,” says Franco. READ MORE
QUICK HITS
The Connection Between Dreaming & Well-being
Alex Dimitriu, M.D., a practicing psychiatrist specializing in sleep, discusses how vivid dreams impact sleep quality and recovery.READ MORE
Do More With Pilates Ring
Available on the Club floor, in Mat Pilates classes, and in one-on-one Pilates sessions, the Pilates Ring can help build your core and strengthen your mind-muscle connection. Here’s how to use it. READ MORE
Explore the Underwater World with Just Your Breath
A freediving instructor opens up about the thrill — and oddly relaxing effect — of plunging into deep waters without any breathing equipment. READ MORE
The Science of Food Cravings
Learn the mental and physical processes that are making you want to get your hands on a sweet treat or salty snack ASAP. READ MORE
Styled by Equinox: Wendy & Kat
As part of our Styled by Equinox series, this first installment highlights a San Diego member’s journey to fine-tune her gender-neutral style with expert help from an Equinox Shop Associate. READ MORE