GET STRONG | EQUINOX - NATALIE OFF DUTY

Natalie Lim Suarez

Modeling since the age of 15, Natalie Lim Suarez has been a notable figure in the fashion industry for years. Based in NYC, she is 1/2 Chinese, 1/4 Spanish, and 1/4 Mexican. With her passion for photography, creative direction, design, music, writing, modeling, and style, NATALIE OFF DUTY was born. Completely inspired by the "model off duty" on-the-go lifestyle. Sharing her stories, inspirations, and projects through her own photography and writing. Already noted for her winning fans in Harper's Bazaar UK, featured editorials in ELLE, and WWD for her "Good Taste." Along with campaigns and ambassadorships to top fashion and beauty brands from around the world. Some including COACH, DKNY, L'oreal Paris, Saks 5th Avenue, Sunglass Hut, Levis, and Nordstrom. Her eclectic, unique style has launched many successful design collaborations sold in top retailers around the world. Next to fashion, Natalie's other passion is music. Singing along with piano/guitar continue to pop up in her upcoming fashion campaigns.

Represented by FENTON MODELS.

contact: natalieoffduty@gmail.com

As the storms make their way through New York City, I find myself hitting the gym a lot more. I just want to sweat and move. Equinox is my go-to. I have the all-access pass so that I can travel the world and still feel like I’m working out right at home. It has become a nightly routine for me. I’ll take either a barre or conditioning class mixed with a little freestyle on the cardio machines. I’ll also have those super early mornings with my new personal trainer. It’s so worth setting that early alarm clock for an early wake-up sweat session. What I love about personal training is that I get in a perfect hour session that completely fits my needs and my focus. If there’s a part of my body I feel I need to get stronger (right now it’s my back) we can dedicate a few sessions to just that part of my body. I’m always super busy and my schedule is always changing. It’s nice having someone to plan your week with, introduce you to new moves, and get the job done! Nothing feels better than movement. I can spend all day in my yoga pants. Right now, I have been focusing a lot more intense cardio and core work as opposed to last year, when all I did was toning. I want to create that balance. That feeling of being light on your feet. 30 minutes on a bicycle or elliptical, 10 minutes rowing, 20 minutes weights, and loads of floor work with a medicine ball and that extra 10 minutes of stretching. I just feel overall stronger and healthier. Make some time each day for yourself. What works for me, is switching up your routine, and grabbing a friend. I almost always go to the gym with my boyfriend and sister. Trust me, you’ll feel amazing…and want to whip out those super cute new yoga pants you just splurged on.

Shot at Equinox Dumbo.