SB Top Picks: food, fitness, & fashion!

Here are a few things we love - Check it out!

1. GREEN JUICE - We LOVE the green juice at Agora Market in Baltimore at the Inn at the Black Olive, but if in a pinch and need to grab and go from the market check out Blue Print, Liquiteria, Organic Avenue's Green Love, SUJA Elements King of Greens, or even Evolution Fresh Sweet Greens with Lemon at Starbucks!

2. BARRE CLASS - Come and check out SB Barre at Merritt Athletic Clubs, if you can't get to the club and try a class, hold onto your seats - we have DVD coming out soon that you can simply download! Why we LOVE Barre - it works the small accessory muscles that are often over looked, it tones and shapes your legs, seat and arms while improving balance, posture and flexibility! Next time you travel, find a barre class near by - your body will thank you!

3. LULULEMON  - In the Flow Crop II Pant - feels soooo good on and looks great with all the detailing... - Power Y, Cool Racerback, 105 F Singlet, No Limits tanks - all are just awesome workout staples that will get you through any barre class, cardio, or even when traveling or running around town. The fit, stretch, moisture-wicking fabric, and shape retention is just right. 

4. GYM BAGS - Like this roomy, sturdy Stella McCartney for Adidas one:

5. BARRE SOCKS by Pointe Studio - even though you don't really need them for SBbarre, if you prefer to wear socks in the studio, these are some really chic grippy ones you can wear outside of just class! 

6. ALL-NATURAL SNACKS - Bars are a portable and easy option, but picking the right one can get tricky. Look for ones made mostly of nuts, seeds, and fruits, or a little bit of dark chocolate. Ones around 200 calories or less, at least 5 grams of protein, low to no added sugars, and no funky added ingredients (highly processed soy, sugar alcohols, etc.) Ones that fit the bill:

-KIND Peanut Butter Protein, Dark Chocolate Nuts & Sea Salt, etc. 
-BARRE real food bars (any flavor)
-LÄRABAR (any flavor) & über by LÄRABAR in Dark Chocolate Peanut, etc. 
-PERFECT FOODS Bar, light or mini flavors like Almond Acai, Cranberry Crunch, Almond Butter mini, or Peanut Butter mini 
-Purely Elizabeth granola & hot cereal mixes (gluten-free, vegan, all-natural, and absolutely delicious!)
-Organic Avenue for quick snacks & good organic treats
-grab-and-go fruit like clementines, apples, bananas, pears, etc.
-you can also always buy raw mixed nuts and create your own trail mixes (add ins: dried fruit, chocolate chips or vegan carob chips, coconut flakes, granolas, etc.) 

7. DARK CHOCOLATE. Because what's a soul body life without a little? This local brand, Jinji, is top-notch. Find it at: belvederesquare.com/directory/pure-chocolate-by-jinji/
They have an amazing chocolate kiosk at Belvedere Square. Right next door is also a very cool small company that does kimchi -they are called Hex Ferments. (belvederesquare.com/directory/hex-ferments/)

8. CAFÈS & JUICE BARS - Some of our FAVORITE local, all-natural, & organic ones for when on-the-go:

-The Agora Market in Harbor East 
-The Natural Market in Timonium
-Felici Cafe in Federal Hill 
-Zia's in Towson 

The chickpea patties & kale salad with avocado at The Agora Market are DIVINE. 

We're always looking to discovery lust-worthy things! We want to know...what are some of your favorites?!

~Soul Body