L.A.'s Top 3 Fitness Crazes

Erika Bloom Pilates
New York transplant Erika Bloom launched the first West Coast location of Erika Bloom Pilates in Brentwood last month. Outfitted with Balanced Body equipment, the studio specializes in combining postural correction, bodywork, yoga, breath work and meditation to chisel and nourish both your body and mind. Customized private sessions are available both in-studio and at-home, and they’re taught by instructors with 650-plus hours of training to ensure top-notch results.

Love Yoga
In Echo Park, Venice favorite Love Yoga has opened its second outpost, where founders Sian Gordon, Kyle Miller and Jeff Schwarz teach a variety of yoga classes based on the Taoist theory and the sacred geometry of Katonah Yoga. A 200-yoga teacher training series, mentorship programs and innovative workshops give Love an artful edge.

Playground L.A.
Pussycat Doll creator Robin Antin and dancer/actor Kenny Wormald are taking over Melrose Avenue with the debut of Playground L.A., a dance studio offering a variety of master and fitness-based dance classes. From Bangin’ Body Bootcamp to Queens and ‘Lettos (think hip-hop-based choreography in heels), classes are taught by industry experts and appeal to all skills levels.