Fitness & Wellness Blog

MEET MADISON WRIGHT!
Hometown: Orlando, Florida What I do at exhale: Core Fusion teacher, Flatiron Studio manager, Nutritionist My background: Food, Health and Fitness My certifications: Bachelors in Dietetics in Nutrition, Masters of Science: Nutrition, Core Fusion Teacher Certified, Personal Training Certification Favorite neighborhood spot: Joe’s coffee in the west village. Their atmosphere, vibe and sort of nonchalant style is just darn cool! My favorite local restaurant is: Swine. I am all about a culinary delight that will awaken all five of my senses. No matter how many times I’ve been there, they continue to impress and excite my palate. Every time I am there, I find myself ordering half of the menu. It’s a lengthy visit,
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MEET HOLLY JONES!
We are thrilled to introduce our second Atlanta location, exhale Avalon and it’s Studio Director, Holly Jones! Hometown: Las Vegas What I do at exhale: Studio Director at exhale’s newest location in Alpharetta My background: Before exhale beauty was my life. I was a full time hairdresser and then I walked into (and fell in love with) exhale Stamford. I knew I had to be part of what was going on there. I took a job as a Guest Experience Associate and loved every minute! Fast forward and my passion and drive led me to becoming Director at Stamford before moving south. My certifications: Madd Dogg Spin Certified, Core Fusion Teacher Favorite neighborhood spot:
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MEET BRIANNA NORTON!
Hometown: Dallas, TX What I do at exhale: Mind Body Manager at exhale Midtown Atlanta My background: Core Fusion Teacher, Personal Trainer, Yoga Teacher My certifications: ACE, Yoga Alliance 200 RYT, CFTT Favorite neighborhood spot: Starbucks. I love coffee. My favorite local restaurant is: Antico and Gio. Great pizza, healthy chicken and salads plus yummy pasta, coffee and dessert in a casual little Italy setting right in the heart of Atlanta! What’s in my gym bag: extra workout clothes, something to eat and a Perrier. What song do I have on repeat: Right now…Uptown Funk! What’s in my refrigerator right now: Lots of salad stuff for lunches, almond butter and frozen fruit for shakes, lean
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MEET CAITLIN MILBURY!
Hometown: Charlestown aka Chuck-town, MaWhat I do at exhale: Mind-Body Manager at exhale Battery Wharf My background: I grew up in Lynnfield, Ma. I played 3 sports in high school at Tabor Academy. I then attended Union College where I played 4 years of college lacrosse. In addition to being a Core Fusion devotee, I am an avid runner completing 6 marathons in the last 7 years.My certifications: Core Fusion; I am in the process of completing my 200 hr yoga alliance certification via exhale!Favorite neighborhood spot: Waterfront, Starbucks on Commercial StreetMy favorite local restaurant is: Vito’s because their bacon cheeseburger is the best thing I’ve ever tasted.What’s in my gym bag:
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MEET KRISTEN HOFFMAN!
Hometown: Dallas, TX What I do at exhale: Mind Body Manager, Core Fusion teacher and yoga teacher My background: I grew up playing every sport in the book, and in high school started competitive cheerleading. I went to Pepperdine University, majored in Political Science and History, and then moved to DC right after college and started my career on Capitol Hill. Fast forward 5 years and I was working in a corporate finance job in Dallas, when I started part time teaching Core Fusion at exhale. I'd discovered a new passion and my career path took a quick and unexpected turn! I left spreadsheets behind and took the position as
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MEET MABEL MERCEDES MODRONO
Hometown: Havana, Cuba What I do at exhale: I am Mind Body Manager for the Stamford, CT location, and I teach barre, sport and cardio classes as well. My background: I was a principal ballerina with the Miami City Ballet as well as Pittsburgh Ballet Theater for almost twenty years. I then worked on Broadway in NYC as one of the two principal female roles in the Twyla Tharp/Billy Joel musical Movin’ Out for three years, and then once that show closed I joined the cast of the longest running show on Broadway: Phantom of the Opera. My certifications: I am certified in barre. What’s in my gym bag: Extra leggings,
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MEET HOLLY (KESKEY) KOESTER!
Hometown: Milwaukee, Wisconsin What I do at exhale: Mind Body Manager/Core Fusionista!My background: My movement background is rooted in dance and performance. I started dancing at a young age and was participating in sports throughout my school years alongside it. I went to college and studied dance performance and choreography and expanded my craft by performing in musical theater productions. After receiving my BFA from the University of Milwaukee-Wisconsin, Peck School of the Arts, I danced in many companies and traveled performing with various musicians and recording artists such as Kanye West.My certifications: BFA Dance, Core FusionFavorite neighborhood spot: The Lake Front Path. I’ve started running since moving to Chicago and
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MEET ALEXANDRA SHEPHERD!
Hometown: Miami, FL What I do at exhale: Mind Body Manager, Nutrition Coach, Core Fusion and Yoga Teacher My background: After graduating from Miami’s renowned New World School of the Arts High School, I headed to Washington, DC to pursue a BA in Theater and Dance at The George Washington University. While attending GW, I discovered the art of yoga, sparking a passion for life long mind-body wellness. I also hold a Masters Degree in Public Health from Barry University. My certifications: Certified Vinyasa Flow and Kundalini yoga teacher, Certified Health & Nutrition Coach through the Institute for Integrative Nutrition, Core Fusion Teacher Training Favorite neighborhood spot: Anywhere in Wynwood. I love Panther Coffee, Wood Tavern,
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MEET KRISTEN HOFFMAN!
Hometown: Dallas, TX What I do at exhale: Mind Body Manager, Core Fusion teacher and yoga teacher My background: I grew up playing every sport in the book, and in high school started competitive cheerleading. I went to Pepperdine University, majored in Political Science and History, and then moved to DC right after college and started my career on Capitol Hill. Fast forward 5 years and I was working in a corporate finance job in Dallas, when I started part time teaching Core Fusion at exhale. I'd discovered a new passion and my career path took a quick and unexpected turn! I left spreadsheets behind and took the position as
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MEET KRISTIN GILBERT!
Hometown: Austin, TX What I do at exhale: Mind Body Manager, Core Fusion Teacher at exhale Avalon in Alpharetta My background: Fitness and fashion My certifications: Core Fusion Favorite neighborhood spot: Kona Grill at Avalon (join us Wednesdays at exhale Avalon for “Barre to Bar”! We head to Kona Grill after the 5:45pm and 7pm classes for $5 cocktails!) My favorite local restaurant is: Bantam & Biddy because they have healthy and organic options. What’s in my gym bag: One outfit, exhale grippy socks, Wildrose Magnolia lip balm/gloss, deodorant, lavender oil and music. What song(s) do I have on repeat: Hey Mami- Sylvan Esso and No One Is Lost-Stars What’s in my refrigerator right now: Vegan
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