In this issue

In this month’s issue, our front and back cover story is with Grammy nominated singer/songwriter Jeremih who is known a for a number of hits including, Birthday Sex! We talk about his career, his creative approach, what it was like creating this hit song, and how he got into Birthday Sex wine. We also connected with noted winemaker, Russell Bevan who talks about how he got into the industry, how he got involved in this venture with Jeremih, and upcoming projects!

This month, we caught up Chase Stokes of Netflix's Outer Banks. He talks about the upcoming season, being a dog dad, and upcoming projects that he is working on.

We also caught up with NBA Champion and host of All the Smoke, Matt Barnes (previous Athleisure Mag cover for JUN ISSUE #54) as he and his fiance, Anansa Sims debuted The Barnes Bunch this month on WE TV! We talk about why they wanted to make this show, the importance of showcasing their relationship alongside their children as well as Anansa's mother, Beverly Jonhson, and upcoming projects that they have coming up.

We always like to stay with our fitness goals and we have been enjoying getting to workout on and to know more about Lagree Fitness' Micro! We circled back for another interview to talk with the founder of the method as well as the equipment, Sebastien Lagree to find out how we can use this machine, optimizing our time on it, and utilizing Lagree on Demand. We also talked with the CEO of Hyperice, Jim Huether, to find out about their assortment, great devices we should have, and why recovery is so important.

Launching May 2nd, The Idea of You starring Anne Hathaway and Nicholas Galetzine will be available on Prime Video. We had the pleasure of attending the Global Press Conference for this film a few weeks back where we got to find out more information on this movie which was adapted from the book of the same name, how the cast came together for this film, and why telling this story was so important.

IN THE ZONE WITH RIOT TEN

Over the past few weeks, we've started to see a number of our favorite artists hitting the road to perform at residencies, events and more! It's so exciting to see how we have begun getting into a modified new normal. We caught up with RIOT TEN, a producer and DJ who we have enjoyed including his songs in our playlist. We wanted to find out how he got into the industry, how he stays inspired when making his music, about his new album that launches next month on Dim Mak's label and his upcoming performance at Lollapalooza.

6 mins

IN THE STUDIO with Don Brooks

Whether you've been enjoying your workouts or are adding items into the mix, we always like hearing about methods that people are doing. We took some time to chat with celebrity fitness trainer Don Brooks who is also known as Don-A-Matrix. We know of him from episodes on Keeping Up with the Kardashians as he has been the family's trainer for a number of years. We also know that he has sessions for his followers and fans to workout alongside him. We wanted to find out more about his journey into the fitness industry, his method, philosophy and some movements that we can include within our routine.

7 mins

GET VACCINATED ACT UNVACCINATED WITH DORRY SEGEV, MD.,Phd

The Covid-19 pandemic has deeply altered all of our lives and we feel truly blessed to have the opportunities to have high-quality vaccines available in the US. We came across some truly excellent work in this area by a world-renowned organ transplant surgeon, Dorry Segev, MD, PhD, particularly around the efficacy of the vaccines for organ transplant and immunocompromised patients, and reached out to find out more about his studies and findings and definitely have important information to convey to our reader community. Please take note and pass along this information to your family and friends if applicable.

10 mins

COURSE BOUND WITH JULIE TYSON

On Aug 16th - 22nd, THE NORTHERN TRUST golf tournament will be back at Liberty National Golf Club in Jersey City, NJ. We attended back in 2019 and in anticipation of the upcoming event, we wanted to find out more about this tournament, its importance in the golf season and how it benefits its communities. Julie Tyson is the Executive Director of the PGA TOUR of THE NORTHERN TRUST. She shared her career journey, how she came to working in the golf industry, her approach to putting on one of golf's biggest tournaments as well as how she balances a myriad of schedules.

10+ mins

HYDRATION CHECK WITH HARLEY PASTERNAK

We always enjoy catching up with Harley Pasternak, MSc, celebrity trainer, nutritionist and Propel ambassador. He is someone that is not only passionate about working out and food nutrition, but he also believes in the importance of hydration as these three things optimize your body as you go about your day. We wanted to see what he has been up to since we talked to him last summer; get some tips on working out; solo or with friends without equipment and what tools he enjoys using.

3 mins

CRYSTAL SPRINGS RESORT

ATHLEISURE LIST: Hamburg, NJ

2 mins

A WILD RIDE HEIMANA REYNOLDS

Next month the Summer Olympics will take place in Tokyo. While we look forward to seeing a number of our favorites in Track & Field, Swimming and Volleyball, there are a number of sports that will make their debut and skateboarding is one of them! We're excited to catch up with an athlete who has been at the top of his sport for the past couple of years and is an advocate for skateboarding and its community. Heimana Reynolds has showcased his style and creativity at a number of World Championships, X Games and will now take the world's biggest stage in just a few weeks representing Team USA Skateboarding.

10+ mins

MINDFUL DEDICATION WITH CHRIS BRICKLEY

As we head closer to the NBA Playoffs, we caught up with Chris Brickley, a Player Development Coach who played at the University of Louisville under Rick Pitino, worked with players at the NY Knicks, and launched a successful training company, BlackOps Basketball. His training has been sought after by a number of basketball players, entertainers, and more.

6 mins

THE ART OF THE SNACK Balade Restaurant

This month, we're embracing Spring transitioning into Summer which is the perfect time to try out new places that have been on our list. It hasn't missed our attention that National Hummus Day is May 13th. In this month's issue, we talk with Balade's chef and restaurateur, Roland Semaan to find out more about his Lebanese-American restaurants.

5 mins

THE GO GETTER JADE PURPLE BROWN

We've been a fan of the art created by Jade Purple Brown who is known for her pops of color! You've seen her work with clients that have included Drew Barrymore's Flower, EOS, Murad; a splash page for Adobe Illustrator, images that have included iconic pictures of Diana Ross and Beyoncé, or whether it's been her creativity when it comes to showcasing strong women in a 60's and 70's style! We took some time to talk about her portfolio, process and how she got into the industry.

4 mins

FOR THE COMMUNITY WITH NICK SAGAR

This month, our cover story features Nick Sagar, we chat about his career with the premiere of his show Run the World on STARZ which airs this month. We talk about how he got into the industry and a number of his creative talents from martial arts, breakdancing and soccer.

10+ mins

CHANGE AGENTS NEEDED WITH GURWIN SINGH AHUJA

This month, we talked with Gurwin Singh Ahuja whose career has included his public service in focusing on Civil Rights, working in the Obama Administration as well as being focused on the importance of sustainable access to cure issues such as Climate Change and being ready for how we go about our work as we continue to evolve.

10+ mins

THE ART OFTHE SNACK Alfie's Bar + Kitchen

This month's The Art of the Snack takes us to Alfie's Bar & Kitchen where we find out about this organic and sustainable eatery. Chef Darren Pettigrew talks about what we should think about ordering from signature dishes to cocktails and how they have been navigating these past few months!

3 mins

BY INSTINCT BENNY BENASSI

We talk with this month’s cover, Benny Benas with music, his favorite collaborations, how he stays inspired and more!

6 mins

ATHLEISURE LIST: Williamsburg, BK WINONA'S

Winona's launched last month in Williamsburg, BK. With a nod to this family-owned business with British roots. It has a focus on clean flavors and locally sourced ingredients.

2 mins

ATHLEISURE LIST: EQUIPMENT + STREAMING CITYROW

Founded by Helaine Knapp,'s CITY ROW Signature-class format combines rowing intervals with strength training for a total body HIIT-style workout.

1 min

SMOKING AND GRILLING with Chef David Rose

It has been quite a year and yet, 2020 continues to roll on. In the midst of a lot of uncertainty, there have been things that remind us how life was prior to living in the pandemic that has taken place across the globe. This holiday season will be a bit different than what we have experienced with us socially distanced and not partaking in holiday parties and events that we have been used to in the past. We caught up with Chef David Rose to hear some tips on how we can tackle this year's season.

6 mins

GOOD VIBES ONLY SOFI TUKKER

This month's cover story features 2X GRAMMY nominated musical duo that we have been a fan of for awhile now.

10+ mins

SHE EMPOWERS WITH CHESLIE KRYST

We enjoyed talking to Miss USA 2019 Cheslie Kryst who recently crowned Miss USA 2020 Asya Branch.

10+ mins

PERSONA NUTRITION

ATHLEISURE LIST: NUTRITION

2 mins

THE WHITE VAULT

BINGELY STREAMING

2 mins

TURNING NEGATIVES INTO POSITIVES

This month, we caught up with one of TV's favorite sitcom actresses who also made an impact in the fitness world as an icon. We talked with Suzanne Somers about how a series of events took place that got her into the industry, how she nabbed one of her most known roles as Chrissy Snow of Three's Company, how leaving this role created an opportunity for Thighmaster as well as her focus on women living their best lives as the navigate the process of aging. She shared her insights as well as the negative moments that she forged into positives and her ultimate success.

10+ mins

YOUR RIGHT TO VOTE with Kal Penn

As we get closer to the election (national, state and local), we've all been thinking about the issues, what we want our next 4 years to be and who will get us to where we want to go. This month's cover is Kal Penn who we have enjoyed in House MD, Designated Survivor and of course the Harold and Kumar movies. Kal has always had an interest in civics and even took time from acting to serve during the Obama Administration as the Associate Director of the White House Office of Public Engagement and Intergovernmental Affairs.

6 mins

CATCHING WAVES with Coco Ho

We've always enjoyed watching surfing as athletes catch each of the waves and make maneuvers that push space and time. We had the chance to catch up with Coco Ho a few weeks after her recent performance at World Surf League in California.

10 mins

Bingely Books

OLD WORLD ITALIAN: RECIPES & SECRETS FROM OUR TRAVELS IN ITALY - A COOKBOOK

2 mins

ATHLEISURE LIST: SUBSCRIPTION - IMPERFECT FOODS

When it comes to grocery shopping, we all have a number of methods of brining the foods we enjoy into our homes whether it's socially distanced trips to the grocery store, pickups, deliveries or subscription boxes.

1 min

BING3WATCH - SUCCESSION

HBO’s Succession, created by Jessie Armstrong (Executive Producer, Creator and Show Runner) is an American satirical comedy-drama that looks at media from the vantage point of a family at the top of an international conglomerate empire.

5 mins

PRESSED JUICERY

ATHLEISURE LIST: CA, CT, MA, TX, NV, NY, WA + Delivery

1 min

The Art of the Snack

This month's The Art of the Snack takes us to New Orleans to award-winning James Beard Foundation, winner, Food & Wine winner and BRAVO's Top Chef Season 11 runner up and Fan Favorite, Chef Nina Compton. This restaurateur is the chef and founder of Bywater American Bistro and Compère Lapin. We caught up with her to talk about her culinary journey, both restaurants, signature dishes and cocktails and a meal that you can recreate at home. We also talk with her about the challenges that she has faced in running this restaurant while navigating COVID-19 that has effected the hospitality industry.

6 mins

RAISE THE BAR WITH ALYSHA NEWMAN

Across a number of sports, competitions are beginning to start again. We talked with Team Canada Olympic Track & Field Pole Vaulter, Alysha Newman on her sport, prepping for next year's Summer Games and Zenni Optical X ESPN's The World's Greatest USA Track & Field sanctioned event this month.

5 mins

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Athleisure Mag is for confident, charismatic, curious and cheeky individuals who enjoy balancing their life activities from fashion, style, fitness, beauty and more. We are Athleisurist. In addition to shooting a fashion editorial that showcased the versatility of style and In addition to this, we have styled shoots, interviews with a number of luminaries in the industries and American Designer and more...