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ME ON MONDAY (SECOND CHANCES). 1 Apr 2013

I think that I've found my other happy place.  While I was on vacation in North Captiva, I decided to go ocean kayaking.  And now I'm obsessed.  Like, for the past 24 hours I've been scouting out kayaks and all the gear for this summer.  I've been kayaking a few years back and for whatever reason, I just didn't dig it.  Now, I'm pretty sure that you just may see me on the Schuylkill.  Maybe this time was different because I was in a great mood and Jordan was making me laugh, or because there were dolphins three feet from our kayak, or because I could see the sea bottom, but wow, what a thrill (and what a challenging workout). 

Sometimes I feel like I'll never "get into" anything (workout-wise) more than Lithe.  After all these years, very few activites can hold a candle to it.  Nothing can challenge my mind and my body like Lithe can.  This kayaking experience made me think about how important it is to give things second chances.  If I would have decided not to go based on one prior experience, I would have never known just how happy I'd be in a kayak.  I can't wait to do it again.  Any of you ever fall in love with a sport after not liking it and giving it second chance?

Image of LBG in N. Captiva via Jordan

LITHE ON LOCATION! 14 Mar 2013

While Lither Lily Mark was recently road-tripping up the west coast, she got down to sculpting business in front of the "Painted Ladies" in San Francisco and Fleury Vineyard in Napa Valley, CA between beautiful rows of grape vines!  Great form Lily, I love these shots.  Very fit, hip and healthy!

Images via Lily Mark

ME ON MONDAY (GETAWAY). 6 Feb 2013

I'm late again, but I have a good excuse.  This past weekend I traveled down to Florida to spend some time with family in Highland Beach.  I have to tell you that I didn't realize just how tightly wound I was until I was three days into my vacation.  On day three, I got off my butt, traded in my bikini top for my sports bra, and worked it out on the beach, Escape style.  It brought back a lot of great memories.  I can't tell you how much I miss Lithe Escape: R&R, fabulous food, fitness, friends, fun and RESULTS! 

Since 2009, Lithe Escape has been a big part of my life; something that I really look forward to every six months.  I haven't been able to pull myself away all that much since Mars was born, but now that he's 18 months old, I'm ready (I promise, post Lithe NYC opening!). 

I've heard through the grapevine that some of you are dying to go again, as well.  I have some ideas in my head but I'd love to know where you would like to go!  We could revisit some of the beautiful and luxurious villas and small boutique hotels that we have been to already (Bolt House, Highland House, La Luna & Hibiscus Hill House, Harbour Island, but I'm always game for something new and exciting.  I'm taking requests and I'm all ears!

Images of LBG Lithing on the beach in Highland Beach, FL via Jordan

LITHE ON LOCATION! 30 Jan 2013

Lithe Instructor Melissa Weinberg was recently Lithing and swimming at sunset (Lithe Escape style!) on vacation in Turks and Caicos.  After doing push ups and see-saw, she kicked up into a handstand and a friend captured the moment.  Melissa, maybe I'll try your spin on our see-saw in Thinny!

Have you been Lithing on Location? Send us your pics to blog@lithemethod.com.

LITHE ON LOCATION! 20 Dec 2012

This week's Lithe on Location comes to us all the way from Istanbul! Lither and Fit Hip Healthy columnist, Sayeh Hormozi, did some barre work on the Bosphorus, Reach and Pulls at Topkapi Palace (former Ottoman palace and current museum), and some Method Abs in front of the Blue Mosque. 

Have you been Lithing on Location? Send us your pics to blog@lithemethod.com. We can't wait to see where you Lithe for the holidays!

Images of Lither, Sayeh Hormozi, taken in Istanbul, Turkey via Drew Magaziner 

LITHESTYLE! 20 Dec 2012

The holidays not only bring us cheer and festive food, they often brings us out-of-town guests. I love hosting people in my home, and it gives me joy to make them feel as comfortable as possible. When my friends and family opt to stay in my guestroom, rather than at a hotel, I like to recreate the hotel feel for them so they get best of both worlds--the warmth of a personal home with the small luxuries of a hotel room.

My favorite things to provide are Royal Hut towels from Jamaica--they are so plush and cozy. In the room, fresh cut flowers always help make it feel like a special space--peonies are my fave. I leave Tata Harper's all natural Aromatic Bedtime Treatment on the night table to help them relax and unwind from crazy holiday traveling. For my guests that plan a quick jaunt to New York, I provide them with Indigare's NYC completely mapped out. My refrigerator is always fully stocked with Lithe Foods cold pressed juices and smoothies and plenty of Lithe snacks, so they can feel nourished and satisfied between meals. As my unexpected touch, I always leave a Polaroid camera at their disposal so they can capture any of the special spontaneous moments we have together. Earbuds are also a nice surprise, as they always seem to be the one thing people leave behind when rushing to catch a plane. What personal touches do you use when hosting friends and family?

Images via brand websites

LITHE ON LOCATION {INSTAGRAM EDITION}! 12 Dec 2012

This week's Lithe on Location comes to us via Instagram! Lither, Jackie Kunkel decided to do a Black Friday version of Burn the Bird while visiting her husband's family in Sherman, Connecticut for Thanksgiving. The family went on a strenuous walk around the lake, which she did Walk Star style--with wrist and ankle weights--stopping periodically to "Raise the Roof" and "Thriller." Once back at the in-laws' living room, she decided to finish up with some push-ups, tricep dips and wide second work. That's dedication! Thanks for sharing, Jackie.

Follow us on Instagram, if you aren't already, and share your own Lithe on Location photos with us. You can also send your pics to blog@lithemethod.com to be the next featured on the blog.

Image of Lithe Jackie Kunkel taken by her very amused husband, Ben Kunkel, and posted on Instagram

LITHE ON LOCATION! {TWITTER EDITION} 5 Dec 2012

@Lithe Method Twitter follower, Alyssa Horn tweets: I go2my happy place 2stay motivated w my #lithegoals. Sideplanks on the bay Margate,NJ! Thanks so much for tweeting with us, Alyssa!

Have you been lithing on location? Tweet us your pics or send them to blog@lithemethod.com to be featured on the blog next!

Image of Lither, Alyssa Horn, in sideplank in Margate, NJ

LITHE ON LOCATION! 28 Nov 2012

This week's Lithe on Location comes to us from instructor, Kelly Wong. Kelly and her husband were hiking along the Blue Ridge Parkway in Asheville, NC when she stopped to do some seesaws, star jumps on Mount Pisgah, barre work at Looking Glass Falls and a little makeshift pommel horse action on a sign overhanging Buck Springs Gap (not exactly lithing, but super impressive!) Thanks for taking Lithe with you on location Kelly, and for sharing!

If you've been Lithing on location, send your pics to blog@lithemethod.com to be featured on the blog next!

Images of Lithe instructor, Kelly Wong, in Asheville NC via Michael Goldman

LITHE ON LOCATION! 25 Oct 2012

This week's Lithe on Location comes to us from down under! Lither Michele Horowski and her husband recently returned from their vacation to Australia and New Zealand where they had the opportunity to spend plenty of time outdoors hiking, swimming and diving. They undertook the Bondi to Coogee beach coastal walk (12K) and along the way, she stopped at some of the circuit training areas to do a little lithe. Michele says, "Prior to leaving for this trip I had really increased my Lithe workouts, especially in classes such as Tight End and I couldn't be happier with the results.  I tackled the Giant Staircase (over 1000 steps up and down) in the Blue Mountains and hiked up a mountain in Queenstown, NZ with my legs feeling great! Thanks for creating such an effective workout!" Thank you for sharing these amazing photos with us, Michele. What a stunning setting for a little Lithe. 

Images of Lither, Michele Horowski, in New Zealand