Jennifer Cattaui.Stitch3.Gift Guide

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Getting in shape can be a grueling process. Ephedra is bad for you, liposuction hurts, and carb is a four-letter word – there are just no good shortcuts these days. This is where Philippe Starck Poaa hand weights come in. If you are going to have to tone and sculpt to shape your summer-ready physique the natural way, why not do it in style? These weights are barely discernible as getting-fit tools – they look as great on a coffee table as they do in your hands. Sleek in look, they will certainly mold your body to be the same. Nickel-plated cast bronze, 3kg each. mossonline.com; $570. Philippe Starck Poaa hand weights

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All about E

Wipe that outdated image of Richard Simmons sweating to the oldies from your mind. At today’s gyms, luxury abounds while you are strengthening your core with Pilates, zenly bent like a pretzel in a yoga class, or customizing your workout on a car dio machine fit for an Olympian. Currently a division of the Columbus Circle Equinox, training facility E provides the most advanced personal training pro grams to date – Tier 4 – a powerful combination of the highest level of personal trainers, attention, and service. Workout programs are individually tailored for members’ unique goals. On top of the state-of the-art fitness machines and classes, E makes the whole experience pleasant with its private showers and changing cabanas (complete with plush Frette robes). There is also a luxurious lounge with phones and Internet access, so when you get away for a workout you are not completely out of touch. At $23,500/year annual membership, gym conversations don’t only revolve around six packs – but also magnums of Opus One. equinoxfitness.com. Membership by invite only.

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