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Taylor checked out LoHi Run Club on Thursday morning and immediately understood why so many people keep coming back every week. Between the different pace groups, welcoming community vibe, and rotating coffee shop meetups after the run, it feels like way more than just a workout. Whether you’re training seriously or just looking to meet active people in Denver, they’ve created a really fun environment that makes showing up easy. Safe to say this will be becoming a weekly routine.

Mitchell met his idol Mikey Mitch…everyone says “never meet your heroes” but Mikey is somehow a million times better in person. And oh yeah, Taylor met some girls named Rachel and Courtney…apparently they’re pretty into running too.

— BUSINESS WINS —

🎉 Pound Fitness x Meow Wolf
Dance Cardio • Denver • 2 FREE Tickets

Pound Rockout Workout is a music-driven fitness experience that turns cardio and strength training into a full-body rhythm session. Using lightly weighted drumsticks and high-energy playlists, participants move in sync with the beat through a workout designed to build endurance, improve coordination, and strengthen the entire body. Blending the energy of a concert with the structure of group fitness, the class creates an atmosphere that leaves people sweating, smiling, and coming back for more. And now, with a partnership alongside Meow Wolf Denver, arguably one of the coolest venues in Denver, the energy is only getting bigger. Huge congrats to the team on the partnership and continued growth!

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🎉 Ali Rose Acupuncture Grand Opening
Integrative Health • Capitol Hill • 15% Off Services

Ali Rose Acupuncture is bringing a modern, root-cause approach to healing by combining traditional Chinese medicine with a personalized, high-touch wellness experience. Founded by Dr. Ali Rose Hahn, the practice specializes in hormone balance, fertility support, stress reduction, gut health, chronic pain, and nervous system regulation through services like acupuncture, cupping, herbal medicine, facial rejuvenation, and breathwork. Whether you’re looking to optimize performance, regulate your nervous system, or finally address lingering health issues at the source, this is a space designed to help you feel your best from the inside out. To celebrate the opening, Ali Rose Acupuncture is offering 15% off all services for a limited time. Check ‘Em Out →

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— PARTNER NEWS —

📣 BLU Medical Aesthetics celebrated its 4-year anniversary with an incredible open-house event bringing together an amazing crowd for an afternoon of wellness, beauty, shopping, cocktails, mocktails, and community. Guests enjoyed permanent jewelry, tattoos, piercings, luxury designer bags, wellness vendors, sweet treats, and exclusive event-only specials on skincare, injectables, and treatments. As always, the energy, connections, and atmosphere made it one of the most talked-about wellness and beauty events of the season. Congrats on 4 years! Check it out here →

Tell me a little bit about yourself and what led to opening Sundrop Pilates

I’m 32 and originally from Boulder. I actually graduated from law school in 2024 and took the bar exam last year. Around that time, life kind of pushed me in a different direction. A friend told me, ‘You should open the studio,’ and honestly, everything just started falling into place from there. I’ve done Pilates for years, it’s been part of my life since I was 18, and I always had this vision of creating a space that felt different from anything else out there.

Sundrop is such a unique name. Where did it come from?

I spent a lot of time in New York and was inspired by the wellness studios there — beautiful spaces that feel immersive the second you walk in. I wanted to create something that felt warm, elevated, and calming. The name ‘Sundrop’ comes from the infrared heat and the idea of soaking in warmth, light, and energy almost like getting a dose of sunshine and vitamin D while you work out.

The infrared heat and Himalayan salt wall immediately stand out. What makes those features special?

Infrared heat is really important to me because it’s completely different from traditional heated fitness studios. Instead of just blasting hot air through HVAC, infrared heat warms your body from the inside out. What’s cool is you don’t necessarily feel like you’re overheating, but your core temperature is rising and your body is working harder. That makes it amazing for recovery, circulation, mood boosting, detoxification, and getting a more intense workout without it feeling miserable. The Himalayan salt wall adds another layer to the experience. It’s calming, supports respiratory health, and just creates this really grounding energy in the room. Together, the combination is pretty special. Most people walk out feeling energized instead of depleted.

What types of classes do you offer?

We currently offer two signature formats: Flow and Heavy. Flow is our more traditional Pilates-based class. You spend most of the workout on the mat, the pace is a little slower, and the music is more mellow. It’s still challenging, but it’s great for recovery days or anyone newer to Pilates. Heavy is my baby. It was the first class I created and honestly my dream workout. Think Solidcore meets HIIT strength training. It’s more athletic and intense because you’re incorporating heavier weights, cardio intervals, and block-based programming so you know exactly what muscle groups you’re working. t’s still rooted in Pilates principles, but with a much more performance-focused feel.

It sounds like there’s something for everyone. Are the workouts beginner friendly?

Absolutely. We welcome all levels. If someone is new, we always encourage them to let us know before class so we can help them get comfortable and provide modifications if needed. Our instructors are really hands-on about helping people adjust movements or level them up depending on experience or injuries. I actually have a broken hand right now and my instructors were helping me modify movements this week so I could still take class.

Any exciting events coming up?

We have several wellness-focused events planned this summer. One upcoming event is centered around creatine education and supplementation, which I’m really passionate about. We also just hosted a skincare event that sold out completely. Guests received customized skincare consultations and products tailored to their skin. There will definitely be more community wellness events like that coming soon.

What’s the best way for people to find you or try a class?

Sundrop Pilates is located two blocks west of Sloan’s Lake in Edgewater. You can book classes directly through our website or through the Sundrop Pilates app.

5/28: Yoga At Wash Park • Yoga Social

5/29: Daycamp x 12th House Yoga • Daycamp Wellness

5/29: Free Rooftop Yoga • The Golden Mill

5/29: Grand Opening Party • The Training Lab

5/30: Free Classes Saturday + Flash Tats • FIIT Co Denver

5/30: Yoga at Red Rocks • The River Yoga

5/30: Stand Up Paddle Board Sisters Season Opener • Chatfield

5/30: Lift and Learn • Alchemy 365

5/30: Hourglass Class • Club Form

5/31: Field Day • OFF THE CLOCK

5/31: Soulful Sunday: A Day Retreat • Inspired Warrior Project

5/31: Cardio Dance Party • Ohana Yoga + Barre

5/31: ACTV Studio: Vuori Cherry Creek x Movement Gyms • Vuori Cherry Creek

5/31: Bunny Yoga • Personal Pilates Plus

5/31: Lululemon Sculpt + Shop • Arvada Barre

5/31: Silent Disco Cardio @ Red Rocks • Palango!

5/31: Sunday Funday Fitness Series • Viewhouse Ballpark

5/31: Free Rooftop Yoga • Viv Rooftop

6/1: Free Pilates Pop up • City O’ City

6/1: Yoga, Sake & Sushi • Colorado Sake Co

6/3: Matcha + Movement: Twerk Cardio • Inspired Warrior Project

6/5: First Friday Flows • The Spot

6/6: HYROX Simulation • SOVRN Performance Lab

6/6: HOTWORX - Fitness, Workouts, and Cold Plunge • HOTWORX Lakewood

6/6: Goat Yoga • Arvada Goat Yoga

6/6: Sip & Sculpt • Briar Brewery

6/7: Highlands Ranch Pride Ride • Trek Bicycle Highlands Ranch

6/8: Free Pilates Pop up • City O’ City

6/9: Singles rooftop workout & SWTHZ cold plunge • Duality

6/10: Yin Yoga, Sound Healing, and Reiki • True Self Sanctuary

6/13: The World’s Toughest Mile • Boulder

6/14: Clement Park 5K, 10K, and relay • Bullfrog Splashdown

The Summit Challenge is back…this time taking over Green Mountain. From May 15-June 15, competitors will battle for cash prizes across fastest ascent times (men’s + women’s divisions) and total ascents, plus every registered participant is entered to win prizes including La Sportiva mountain running shoes. Whether you’re chasing the leaderboard, training for summer objectives, or just looking for an excuse to catch more sunrises with friends, this is your sign to hit the trails. And the big question: can anyone from Denver take down a Boulder athlete on their home mountain? We’re about to find out. Full rules + registration →

Jobs
My Vision Nutrition is looking for a customer service specialist to join their team. If you’re organized, people-focused, and love helping others stay on track with their goals, they’d love to hear from you! Send your resume to: [email protected]

Lagree Luxe is seeking to fill two roles:
1/ Instructors for their Central Park studio (link)
2/ Operations Manager / Head Coach (link)
If you’re passionate, a high-energy fitness lover, and care deeply about helping others become the best version of themselves this is for you.
DM them to apply →

Total Health & Exercise is seeking motivated, certified Independent Assisted Strength Practitioners to operate their business within our private, non-membership personal training facility. Check ‘em out →

Pure Barre Denver is looking for a new sales associate and teacher for their studio! If you have a strong voice, great musicality, can think on your feet, love Pure Barre + the Denver community, taking this next step might be the perfect fit for you! Check ‘em out →

That’s all for today. Thank you so much for reading and we will see you again in 2 weeks! If you have an event, job opening, leader in the community, and/or new practice you’d like us to highlight shoot us an email! We read everything. We love you all.

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