A selection of articles to inspire a high-performance lifestyle.
Research shows controlled breathing can influence the autonomic nervous system, promoting relaxation and cooling.
Breathwork is a way to cool your body down as needed, writes Michelle Razavi, a yoga instructor at Equinox. But beyond temperature regulation, cooling breathwork has even more health benefits, such as its positive impact on mental clarity, stress reduction, and overall well-being. These techniques also support high performance and recovery in athletes and help build mental resilience through stressful situations. READ MORE
Equinox is holding a series of new dance events — led by Broadway-performing instructors — in Clubs throughout the country.
The classes are the brainchild of Michael J. Clark, the group fitness manager at Equinox Hudson Yards and a former professional dancer who’s performed on Broadway and assisted with choreography for a Beyoncé music video. “The idea is that each week you get something a little bit different, which encourages people to try other styles,” says Clark. “Maybe you like hip hop, but jazz is a little intimidating. One week you'll try it, and most of the time, people end up loving it simply because it feels good on their bodies.” READ MORE
A registered dietitian breaks down how caffeine can boost athletic performance — and the steps you can take to safely reap those benefits.
Caffeine has the potential to “increase alertness, vigilance, endurance capacity, and neuromuscular function,” says Lauren Thomas, M.S., R.D., C.S.S.D., L.D., a registered dietitian with sports nutrition company Maurten. “Most notably, it's been shown to reduce the perceived exertion of exercise and is noted as one of only five effective ergogenic aids by the International Olympic Committee.” READ MORE
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U.S. Open Champ Sloane Stephens, Off the Court
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