If you have been following along I have been loving trying new fitness studios in the Bay Area. A new studio that just jumped on the scene is Zenfit just north of the financial district in North Beach.

Zenfit is more than a workout to me, in the several visits I have left lighter and more relaxed, something most workouts cannot claim. The work out is a blend of bootcamp, yoga, and ends with meditation all in 55 minutes. On different days you can get a varied workout as Mondays are focused on arms and abs, Tuesdays are gluten and legs, Wednesdays are full body, Thursday is chest, back, and legs, and Friday is legs and abs. Saturday and Sunday are focused on full body.

The workout room is dark and candlelit which as soon as I enter I become more relaxed and able to focus on the upcoming workout. There is also a beautiful angel wing light installation on one wall that changes color. Near that wall are cubbies so you can easily stash your stuff. This is me is less stressful than lockers and there always seems to be room for ALL my stuff which includes my huge backpack with laptop and purse.

Check in at the front is also a breeze where there is also a dedicated bathroom and retail area. I love the tanks and I even bought one of their essential oil rollers. The scent includes bergamot, chamomile, ylang ylang, lavender, clary sage, and vetiver. It’s supposed to help ease anxiety and was exclusively made for the studio by a Bay Area yoga teacher. I appreciate the opportunity to be able to support local businesses.

After you stash your stuff the instructor will tell you what equipment you will need. It can vary from yoga blocks, bands, and weights. There are yoga mats neatly set up for your workout station. The session starts with a dynamic yoga stretch then moves in to the bootcamp portion which can include squats, burpees,  and more to get your heart rate up. Even though the bootcamp portion is fairly quick (20 or so minutes) I always end it sweaty and ready for more yoga. I love that we do specific yoga moves and long stretches that target the areas we just worked. It feels very efficient. Then we sit on our mats while the instructor lightly sprays some essential oil throughout the room to meditate. The instructor guides us for these last 10-15 minutes to focus on the breath. My mind always wanders with noise of buses, etc so I have to really focus my mind back on the breathe which I think is a healthy thing to be able to do. Once the class ends you are invited to enjoy a quick cup of tea with your classmates after. I have left the class a few times with some new connections which is a nice thing to say in the busyness of SF!

The deets
Zenfit
1020 Kearny St, San Francisco, CA 94133
$23 first class
10 day unlimited $39 that includes 2 guest passes
$29 a session
5 pack $135
10 class pack $260

A few weeks ago thanks to Sweat And Stardust (Maddie) and my BBG Bay Area Group I got the opportunity to try a new to me class at Mighty Pilates.

Mighty is located in the Laurel Heights area of SF. As we were parking I noticed all the cute restaurants and boutiques all on the same street as the studio. Although the studio looks small from the front as you enter the studio extends all the way to back with two distinct workout rooms, it really spacious! The studio has a super cute entryway with cute product to purchase (hello cute Swell Bottles!) as well. I also noticed that their bathroom had a essential oils diffuser which wins major points for me! It’s bright spacious and decorated to be modern and homey.

We were welcomed into the studio and told to pick out a reformer and get set up. The instructor lead us through a variety of moves on the reformer with some moves with cute names like the mermaid. We used other props such as the ring and moved the box on the reformer around to get in to different positions. Some of us were brand new to reformer Pilates and the instructor made the class challenging and fun for us all. I really liked how each move moved seamlessly to the next.

After the class we were treated to the ultimate after class snack: mini chocolate chip muffins and champagne! So delicious and appreciated!

I had the best time and was quite sore the next day. Thanks Maddie and Mighty! ?

All the deets
New Client Special – 3 privates for $225
Single Session = $105
Series of 5 = $500 – $100 per session
Series of 10 = $950 – Just $95 per session BEST DEAL
Also the studio is on Classpass

I have been following Ashley’s blog A Lady Goes West for some time now. I felt a connection with her because she moved from SF to Walnut Creek, close to where I grew up so when my husband and I moved from the peninsula to nearby Concord I was jazzed that we might be able to meet in person. Finally that came true the other weekend!

Ashley was hosting a barre class at my favorite store Kit And Ace in Walnut Creek. I have become boarder-line obsessed with Kit and Ace because of their amazing pair of pants called “The York pant.” It is very difficult for me to find pants that are between leggings and dress pants that actually fit me and look flattering. These pants fit the bill and are super comfortable! I love these design of the store, it’s airy, open, and organized with a pop of color. Customer service has always been top-notch. I have had the ladies locate items online for me or at other stores and they have even sent me reminder emails. I got to chat with Brianna who works at the store and I mentioned that my beloved pants might be starting to pill and she gave me a comb that should remove the pilling! Also if I had any more issues to bring the pants into the store. I love that they are willing to help and love the extra effort to make sure customers are happy. Something else I learned was that Kit And Ace was started 2014 by Shannon Wilson, former lead designer of Lululemon, and her stepson JJ Wilson. One thing to note is that Kit And Ace is not a inexpensive brand by any means but the items I do have are high quality.

Now on to the event! It was pouring rain that day so it was nice to be in the cozy store. The group spent a few minutes getting to know each other and then we got started with a 30 minute barre class. Since the class was 30 minutes I went to another class before this but the next day I sorta of regretted it! I was very sore! Ashley ran us through various moves: lots of squats and pulses. We were all pretty sweaty but had a great time. Ashley is a very precise and energetic teacher which I loved! You wouldn’t think that a 30 minute barre-less barre class would be hard but man I was struggling!

At the end of the class Kit And Ace invited all attendees to pick out one item from their collection to take home for free! I picked a short-sleeve black flowy top that I have already worn under sweaters and when it gets warmer it will be a great piece to layer some jewelry with. I also left the event with some samples of Vital Proteins, a coupon for KeVita Kombucha, and Urban Remedy Orange Juice (which I think is the best orange juice I have had, no exaggeration). I also took advantage of the store just opening that day to exchange a Christmas present from my mom with time spent on the sales rack.

Many thanks to Ashley for hosting this amazing event and to Kit And Ace for the venue!