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Girls Run the World: Female Entrepreneur Mady Maio’s Refreshing Take on Doing Your Thing
For decades, society has told us what a do-it-all entrepreneur and business hustler looks like (hint: not a woman). To this day, boardrooms, cover stories, and corner offices still rarely showcase women, leaving the world with a lopsided narrative of what success looks like. That’s why there’s something electrifying about those female entrepreneurs and do-ers…
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Life with Chronic Illness: Gigi Robinson Shares Her Truth
For those living with a chronic or invisible illness, it’s more than physical. Navigating the ebbs and flows of these conditions is a daily challenge that impacts every facet of life—from mental and emotional well-being to social life. Often bringing feelings of isolation, the silent nature of chronic illnesses means you may frequently be misunderstood…
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Meet obé’s Newest Vinyasa, Yin, and Prenatal Yogi: Ilana L.
If you’re craving a yoga practice equal parts challenging and rejuvenating, look no further. obé’s newest vinyasa, yin, and prenatal yogi Ilana L. is your girl. A lifelong dancer, Ilana believes that there’s always movement inside a person, whether that shows up for exercise or the arts. And as the daughter of two therapists, she’s…
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How to Practice Body Love If You Don’t Buy into Body Positivity
When I was in high school, my family and I road-tripped to the Mall of America in Minneapolis. My dad, mom, brother and I all split up to do our respective shopping. I was wandering between shops when I found my mom walking out of a store in tears. Worried, I asked her what happened.…
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Yoga for Everybody: Making the Practice More Accessible with Jessamyn
Yoga can already feel intimidating enough—learning the names of poses, bending your body in new and creative ways, understanding how to use your breath… For most people, these are all brand-new frontiers. But there’s another aspect of yoga that can feel the most intimidating: not seeing people like yourself on the yoga mat. To make yoga…
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Fertility, Menopause, and More—Women’s Health with Michelle Kennedy
When it comes to motherhood, we all know it takes a village. But honestly, as women, we could all use a village to navigate life’s transitions—from menstruation and fertility to menopause and every other aspect of women’s health. Surrounding yourself with a supportive community that educates, empowers, and uplifts you is key to feeling your…
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Navigating Motherhood, Career, and Wellness with Katie Durko Karvinen
Nothing inspires us more than seeing women who balance it all. Motherhood, careers, hobbies passions, relationships and friendships, caregiving, self-care—the list goes on. Women do so much, but we can’t do it all alone. Sharing our wisdom and secrets to success is a key to empowering and nurturing each other. Recently, we’ve been (majorly) crushing…
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Women’s Spotlight: Intimate Wellness with Lauren of Queen V
At obé, we love celebrating women (and all the amazing things their bodies and minds can do) every day of the year! As part of our Women’s History Month series, we wanted to give an extra spotlight to a few standout ladies who are shifting narratives around women’s health. To kick it off, we tapped…
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New to obé: Meet Josh C., Your Strength + Power Trainer
He’s the son of a race car driver, a former college football + rugby player, and has coached everyone from collegiate-level athletes to those working out for the first time. Full of wisdom, technique, and infectious energy, Josh C. is ready to be your new Strength and Power trainer at obé. With 10+ years of…
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Your Strength-Obsessed BFF Is Here: Meet Olivia T.
If there’s one thing new obé trainer Olivia T. loves, it’s picking up a heavy weight. The daughter of an aerobics instructor, this Minnesota native is a HIIT powerhouse and a Strength technician. You can always count on her to say it as it is—and throw in a little sprinkle of fun to every class. …
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New to obé: Alex M., the D1 Athlete Teaching Strength, HIIT, and Run
Don’t get it twisted: Alex M. may look like a flower, but she stings like a bee. And by stings, we mean this former D1 athlete (shoutout to track and field!) knows how to make every minute count in her Strength, HIIT, and Run classes. You’ll sweat, break new personal records, laugh, and will definitely…
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Meet April S.: Your Fun, Mighty Kickboxing + Sculpt Instructor
The first thing you’ll notice about obé’s newest Kickboxing + Sculpt instructor April S. is her wide, beaming smile. Quite literally, she’s a ray of sunshine: fun, bubbly, and energetic. But she’s also tough and powerful, throwing high kicks in the air, putting her full body into that jab or lunge. And when you see…
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Meet Mila T., a Brazilian Ballerina Bringing Sculpt + Pilates to obé
Born and raised in Brazil, Mila is a firecracker. Her warm, infectious energy beams out during her every motion, inviting you to move (or smile) with her. A former dancer—first focused on classical ballet, then musical theater—she’s an expert on perfecting form and firing up the mind-body connection. Now, with over a decade of fitness…
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Meet Nicole U.: obé’s Newest Sculpt + Strength Fitness Instructor
She’s a seasoned fitness pro, a first-generation Cuban American, a new mom, and an all-around powerhouse. obé’s newest fitness instructor, Nicole U., is ready to bring a feisty edge to the Box—and motivate you to train for your best life. Accessible, encouraging, and always working at a steady pace, Nicole likes to make her classes…
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Breast Cancer Awareness Month: Prevention & Early Detection with Gabbi
A shocking statistic: 1 in 8 women will get breast cancer in her life. When caught early, the survival rate is more than 99%, but when caught late (think: stage 4), that number drops to 30%. That’s why early detection—as well as knowing your risk assessment—are the most important tools to save a woman’s life.…
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How Exercise Can Manage ADHD: A Q&A with obé Co-founder Ashley Mills
It’s not just something that affects kids. In the past few years, an increasing number of women in the U.S. have been formally diagnosed with ADHD, aka Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder. The root cause of the recent uptick? As ADHD becomes less stigmatized, more women realize their symptoms were overlooked in childhood. Now, those women are…
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13 Reasons Why the 2023 obé Member Retreat Was Unforgettable
From rooftop happy hours and workout mashups to personal tours of obé HQ, this member retreat was one for the books. See the recap!
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Member Profiles: Mother-Daughter Duos on obé!
Those who obé together, thrive together. We’re shining the member spotlight on two mother-daughter duos. Find out their favorite classes to do together and how they got started!
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A Q&A with the Founders: The First Days of obé
Co-Founders Mark Mullett and Ashley Mills share the full story about the early days of obé, their relationship, and what they’ve learned.
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Cycle Tracking Q&A: Movement, Nutrition, and Lifestyle on Your Cycle
Learn how Melanie P. uses the cycle syncing method to inform her movement, nutrition, and lifestyle choices throughout the month.
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