Ky Evans, Master Trainer at The Studio (MDR)
"Changing the world, one body at a time," might seem awfully ambitious, but KY EVANS, the master of "Kylates," aims to do just that. At STUDIO MDR, the Venice, California-based fitness studio launched by Lisa Hirsch in 2007, he teaches a mix of Pilates, interval strength training, martial arts, and cardio—often to eight sold-out classes a day. Despite his busy schedule, he manages to keep himself in great shape, too.
Here are the 10 tools that keep Ky Evans going.
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K-Swiss Blades
When you're on your feet all day teaching, you gotta have support while being very light on your feet. These are an almost weightless super-cushioned running shoe: I won't wear anything else.
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Adidas Training TechFit Power Web Tee
These shirts were designed to support and provide comfort during the toughest workouts by adding compression to maximize power and endurance.
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Lululemon Format Shorts
You can't train like a warrior unless you have support, and when it comes to shorts, it's what you don't see that's important. I wear these Power Luxtreme shorts during all high impact workouts. The fit is great, they wick sweat, and are chafe resistant.
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Body Bugg
They say knowledge is power: This device tracks how many calories you're burning and manages workout results online.
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Wing Chun Kung Fu
For mind-body expression, this is the hands-down best movement.
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Kiehl's Cross-Terrain All-In-One
Refueling WashSaving time is everything: This body wash makes showering an easy process, plus I can also use it on my face and when I'm shaving.
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Bionic workout gloves
When you're burning up to 700 calories you can't lose your grip!
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Appetizer Diet Oatmeal Raisin Cookies
Protein provides the building blocks of life: Packaged in a cookie, this is a pretty tasty way to fuel your body. It's non-bloating and has 21 grams of protein.
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MegaFormer
This is the ultimate in cross-training without impact.
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The Way of the Peaceful Warrior
This book by Dan Millman is a classic. Read it and find your inner warrior. I promise it will change your life.
