HOT OFF THE AIRWAVES

March 11th, 2013

From east coast to west coast Zobha has been taking over the airwaves thanks to celebrity stylist, Derek Warburton!

Derek has been traveling the country showcasing looks from the Zobha spring line along with Jeffrey Levin jewelry must haves and Asics kicks to round out the look.

 

Get these looks for yourself and stay tuned for more great segments and fashion tips from Zobha!

 

- The Zobha Team

FRESH AIR AND TRENDS. BEHIND THE SCENES WITH EMERALD GREEN.

March 8th, 2013

Our Spring Collection is unique, beautiful and vibrant.  See the below interview with the Zobha Designers to learn more about our gorgeous Emerald Green and where the inspiration came from in developing this rich color.

 

What is unique about Zobha’s Emerald?

A: Zobha’s Emerald has a beautiful jewel tone.  It’s sophisticated, but also has a vibrancy and energy to it that is perfect for yoga and athletic wear.

 

What inspired you to develop Emerald?

A: We were very inspired by a sense of introspection and self-reflection for the season, resulting in the desire for calm, beautiful colors to ground our palette.  We really felt the depth and richness of Emerald personified this.

 

How would you describe your spring color inspiration board?

A: Our color inspiration board for this season was a medley of gorgeous colors.  We had beautiful bright pops, flirty pastels and richer colors, like Emerald. 

 

Do you think Emerald is on-trend for spring?

A: Emerald is definitely on-trend for Spring.  We are seeing it everywhere on the runway, in new store collections and blogs.

 

What other colors can Emerald be combined with?

A: Emerald is the perfect color to pair with a softer color of the same hue, like Capri, for a beautiful, calm tonal feel.  It’s also sits so well with our fresh Violet Ice and bright Citron colors – you can see this vibrant color combo in our Belize print. 

 

Click here to view our new spring styles in Emerald.

HYDRATION INFATUATION

March 5th, 2013

We love sharing tips from Michelle Lovitt, Zobha brand ambassador and trainer to the stars! Every time we talk to Michelle she emphasizes the importance of staying hydrated and making sure you’re drinking enough water before, during, and after your workout. This is an especially important tip for runners, or anyone that is burning a lot of calories through sweat in their workout, but the truth is, we all need to make sure we’re getting enough water and staying hydrated!

The human body is made up of about 60% water. It’s no wonder we need so much of it! Drinking adequate amounts of water is critical for our bodies to function properly.

Being properly hydrated also helps the body use more fat during aerobic exercise. If you are exercising to burn fat, be sure to consume at least 64 ounces of water per day, plus an additional 16 ounces for every hour of moderate-intensity. Fat is excreted primarily through urine, sweat, and carbon dioxide when released in the air from your lungs. If dehydrated, the body isn’t efficient at excreting the fat from the body.

Looking for more running tips? Check out some of our past blog entries.

 

Now go quench that thirst!
- The Zobha Team

UNLEASH YOUR INNER BOXER

March 5th, 2013

Zobha brand ambassador and celebrity trainer, Michelle Lovitt, offers these tips for the aspiring boxers of the world.

 

  • JUMP ROPE: When you’re boxing, you need to have good stamina along with the ability to move your feet quickly. Jumping rope helps you condition your body while improving your footwork. Wear comfortable shorts and a moisture wicking top to get the most out of jumping rope.
  • LEARN THE JAB: Start by learning the jab. Work on it every day; the front of your shoulder will be sore, but that’s the price you have to pay to get better! Proper attire is also critical to performance in boxing. Avoid restrictive clothing, as the ability to effectively box is hampered when the legs are restricted from complete movement. The goal with wearing these clothes is to facilitate mobility.

 

Looking for more tips on how to step up your high intensity work out? Check out some of our recent blog posts.

 

 

TONE YOUR ARMS WITH VINYASA. YOGA TIPS TO GET YOU TO THE NEXT LEVEL.

March 5th, 2013

If you’re looking to tone your arms, a good Vinyasa flow is just what you need! Here is a simple flow that will work your arms and you can do it from the comfort of your own home!

  • Start in mountain pose. Take a deep breath in and deep exhale
  • On your exhale, bend at the waist and go into a forward fold. Take a deep breath
  • Exhale and step back into plank position, grounding your hands shoulder-width apart on your mat
  • From here go into chaturanga; lower yourself down from plank, keeping your arms next to your body (don’t let your elbows bow out) and flow into upward dog
  • Hold yourself in upward dog for 1 cycle of breath and on your exhale, tuck your toes under and push yourself up to downward dog
  • Repeat the cycle

To increase the workout you get in your arms, hold yourself in plank for 30 second intervals and then really concentrate on slowly lowering your body down to the mat.

Remember to always breathe through every movement and listen to your body – it’s up to you to monitor when you’re pushing yourself too far verses pushing yourself to the next level in your practice.

Check out our new Mat Mates activity section to find perfect styles for yoga and pilates. 

Here are some of our favorites!

  • Booty Burner – Keeps you cool with the bare cut, and cool performance fabric technology.
  • Spirit Bra - Gives you versatility with lingerie-inspired straps and comfortable support with lightweight and regular performance fabric.  Ruched under the armhole for ease in movement.
  • Draped Low Impact Tank - Has a regular performance bra for support and a blousy silhouette with lightweight performance fabric. This is where fashion meets function.

Find more yoga tips throughout the Zobha blog.

Run Farther, Faster and Better. Tips from Celebrity Trainer, Michelle Lovitt.

March 5th, 2013

Zobha’s brand ambassador and trainer to the stars, Michelle Lovitt, believes the right clothes can make a difference in your workout performance. By having Zobha as Michelle’s go-to brand, she  helped  put together the Runner’s Survival Kit – 4 essentials for any avid runner:

The Runner’s Legging: Having the right running leggings can make a world of difference, especially in the cold months to help you run farther, faster and better! The Zobha Runner’s Legging was made for high impact performance. It has contrast mesh panels at the ankle and hip for added support and moisture wick technology will keep you dry and comfortable no matter how far you’re running.

The Cadence Bra: This is a favorite amongst the female runners on the Zobha team. The Cadence Bra offers maximum support without putting any strain on your shoulders leaving you free to run as long as your heart desires!

Reflective Tape: If you’re an avid runner, chances are you find yourself running in the dark every now and again. Having reflective tape is really important to keep you safe from unsuspecting drivers. (And who doesn’t like to glow in the dark.)

Armband for your iPod/MP3 Player: This is a debatable one, but decided to keep it on here since we’re divided 50/50. Some people don’t like to listen to music while they run, but if you do, having an armband for your music player is key! It keeps it out your way and allows your hands and arms to move naturally with your stride.

You’ve got the inside tips from celebrity trainer, Michelle Lovitt, now hit the road!

5 TIPS TO UP YOUR RUNNING GAME

March 5th, 2013

Running is one of the most basic forms of exercise – as long as you have a pair of running shoes and a road (or treadmill, or trail, or beach, …) you can go running and get a good workout in!

Here are a few tips on how to stay motivated and maximize your running workout:

 

  • Accept the Challenge: Sign up for a race – whether it’s a 5K or a marathon, it doesn’t matter. Having a goal and deadline to train toward will help keep you motivated.
  • Get the right Gear: If you’re running often, it’s worth investing in a good pair of running pants. The compression capri from Zobha are engineered to increase blood flow and mesh paneling lends added support.
  • Jam Sessions: Make a killer playlist to listen to while you run. When you think you can’t go any further, coax yourself to make it through 2 more full songs and run your heart out!
  • Plan Your Route: Giving yourself a set route (and distance) will help you to stick to your goals. With sites like mapmyrun.com out there its super easy to enter your start and end points and figure out a good route in your area.
  • STRETCH, STRETCH, STRETCH!: We cannot stress this enough – getting a good stretch in before and after you go running is crucial! It’s easy to pull a muscle when you’re giving it your all. Be sure to get a good stretch in your legs, calves and feet before heading out.

 

I hope you’ve found these tips helpful. If you have any questions or tips of your own share them in the comments section below.

 

- The Zobha Team

TIPS TO GETTING THE MOST OUT OF YOUR HIGH INTENSITY WORKOUTS

March 5th, 2013

Whether it’s Cross Fit, Boot Camp, TRX, or some other high impact routine you’re grooving on these days, we wanted to provide you with some expert tips on how to maximize your workout.

Zobha brand ambassador and trainer to Hollywood A-listers such as Courteney Cox, Mary Louise Parker, and Jason Statham, let us in on some of her secrets she uses when training the stars. Check them out:  

  • The keys to any success in weight loss are cardio, nutrition, hydration and strength. Hydration is key, in order to metabolize fat efficiently while working out so it is critical to be hydrated.
  • Your Heart Rate
 is the key to exercising at the right intensity (heart rate zone) to meet your fitness goals. If you exercise regularly but are aiming to lose body fat, exercise at 60-85 percent of maximum heart rate. Build up to an hour long workout of continuous exercise. Courteney achieved this through interval training on the treadmill where she would walk and run while keeping her heart rate in the “fat burning zone” for 60 minutes.
  • Aim for 20-60 minutes of continuous exercise incorporating intervals in your target zone each session.
  • Just getting started in the high impact sports? Studies show that people who exercise at too high of an intensity, especially in the initial stages of their program, drop out sooner, have more injuries, and tend to develop a negative impression towards exercise in general. If necessary start in a low exercise intensity zone and build up.

Hope these tips are helpful! If you have specific questions for Michelle Lovitt leave them in the comments section and we’ll get back to you!

Now go get ‘em!

The Zobha Team

The Benefits of Yoga

March 2nd, 2013

Yoga has been practiced for more than 5,000 years and millions of people are enjoying its health benefits.

 

  • Builds strength
  • Improves your posture, flexibility and balance
  • Creates longer, leaner muscles
  • Speeds up your metabolism
  • Helps with injury and chronic pain recovery
  • Reduces stress
  • Increases energy and productivity
  • Heightens emotional calm and mental clarity
  • Inspires process of transformation

 

Enjoy life and embrace your peaceful oasis within.

Join us for FREE yoga every Sunday (11AM-Noon) at our Zobha store located in Mill Valley, CA.  Click here for more yoga and upcoming events!

 

Yoga & Breakfast: Raising Money for The Whole Planet Foundation

February 28th, 2013

On the heals of a great month for philanthropy at Zobha, we are excited to share some highlights from one of our local events we did here in Mill Valley.

Zobha partnered with Whole Foods Market, Gaiam and YogaWorks Studios to put on an event that raised money for the Whole Planet Foundation, which helps families in need in third world countries.

On a beautiful Saturday morning over President’s Day weekend, we gathered at the Whole Foods Market in Mill Valley, CA for a donation based yoga class led by one of Zobha’s Circle of Grace members, Lisa Rueff. We had a great turn out for the yoga class and people of all ages came to participate in the event. It was my first time doing yoga outside, and let me tell you, it was a game changer! It’s so nice to do a sun salutation and actually be able to look up at the sun shining down on you!

Following the yoga class we had an amazing breakfast catered by Whole Foods.  Check out more photos from the day on our Facebook page.

The Zobha team was so grateful to be included in this great event and it was such a success that we, along with the other partners from that day, are all working together to plan another Whole Planet Foundation fundraiser around the Spring Equinox in March! Stay tuned for details!

 

With Grace,

Jen + The Zobha Team.