OUR WEEKLY ROUNDUP: WHAT TO READ THIS WEEKEND

Turns out that working out not only makes us stronger…it also makes us smarter. Here’s the latest on how.

In other news, one savvy City Council just announced a tax on sugar-sweetened beverages. Philly is the second city in the nation (after New York!) to create such a law. We love this initiative and hope to see a lot more smoothies and juices replacing chemical-laden sodas.

Looking for a healthier (and sweeter!) alternative to your fave sugary beverage? Check out these tips to get the most out of your smoothie!

Off to the Hamptons this weekend? Core Fusion co-founders and ultimate Hampton-goers, Fred DeVito and Elisabeth Halfpapp, told PureWow how they’d spend their favorite Saturday evening out east. Want more of Fred + Lis’ Hamptons faves? Read them all here.

And speaking of summer must-do’s, if you haven’t had your summer solstice party already, get planning! If you need a little inspiration to get the party started, these DIY acai bowls double as decor and a delicious treat!

It’s classic. It’s effective. And it’s in every Core Fusion class. Here’s how to master the push-up.

Turns out that mindfulness doesn’t need to be difficult (or labor-intensive). Here are a few more common meditation myths debunked. This weekend, we’ll be bringing a few of these tips to Chill Yoga class at exhale! Join us – your body and your mind will thank you.