Sweat the Look
Adrianne Ho Summer Feature With H&M

cq5dam-2.web.1920.1280You know those healthy-lifestyle-Instagrammers who only make you feel bad? The ones who make you secretly wish they would choke on their chia pudding? Model and fitness fashion entrepreneur Adrianne Ho is not one of them. She actually manages to promote an active lifestyle in a way that only makes you feel inspired. Inspired to sweat, inspired to eat yummy food, inspired to wear all the coolest streetwear styles.
JUNB1-16-GIF-Adrienne-HoFounder of sweatthestyle.com, a website and brand dedicated to ”natural beauty and positive health,” Adrianne Ho is now expanding her brand into television – she is currently filming season one of Sweat the City, where she interviews leaders in the food/fitness/fashion community. We asked Adrianne to join our cast of smart, inspiring girls and model our favourite swimwear for summer.cq5dam-1.web.1920.1280

What does being fit mean to you?
Being fit is when you find that balance when you eat food that you love, which tastes good and is the best quality possible so that you nurture yourself – and when you find an activity that you love. Being fit is about living a life that you enjoy. Your goal should be to have fun, feel active or get better at something instead of working out just to lose five pounds – because that is the worst feeling in the world.

Was it hard to stay body positive when you started modeling?
It was, in the beginning, for sure. In the industry they really measure the inches around your waist, your hips… it is a lot about genetics. So it’s difficult. But lately I find that with social media, with Sweat The Style, I can put out images of myself that represent who I am, more than just the measurements on my comp card.

Social media is such a great opportunity for people to get their voice out there. Ten years ago you had to jump through all these hoops that the industry created. Now you can create your own brand, make your personality shine through.cq5dam-3.web.1920.1280When do you feel the most beautiful?
After a workout. I am sweating, the endorphins are kicking in, and I am really proud of accomplishing what I wanted for the past hour.

What do you love most about your body?
What’s cool is how much your body is capable of. You don’t realize how far you can push yourself, and then you’re like – ‘wow, I can really do all these things!’ Or how your body can heal really fast, build muscle or just adapt to whatever you put it through.

How do you want to feel when you put your swimsuit on?
I just want to feel confident. Having to try on bathing suits is always a little bit nerve-racking. The best feeling is when you don’t even think about being in a bathing suit, you’re just in the moment, having fun.

What’s your favorite summer memory?
I grew up in Toronto, and it’s usually so cold. So when summer comes, everyone goes out, celebrating. I remember just being so happy that I could finally wear shorts. So just that – riding my bike around the city in Toronto.

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Food & Drink
Doctor In The Kitchen Flackers Flax Seed Crackers

SweatTheStyle_DoctorInTheKitchen_FlaxCrakersA healthy crunchy snack is always a great way to stay full without sacrificing flavor! Flackers are a delicious, super healthy, gluten free flax seed cracker. Made with ingredients such as organic apple cider vinegar and organic rosemary these crackers are sprouted making them easier to chew, digest and absorb.

Doctor In The Kitchen® was created by Alison Levitt M.D., a holistic medical doctor and Donn Kelly, a seasoned food marketer. The core values of the brand include encouraging peak health, enhancing vitality and optimizing your body’s function. Flackers are dehydrated at low temperatures to ensure that all the nutrients, including the omega-3s and important enzymes remain vitalized and stable. A great raw snack to enjoy at time!

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Beauty
Hourglass Ambient Lighting Powder

SweatTheStyle_AlessandraKirn_LaMerNoire-10As we enter into the summer months we all love the idea of that healthy summer glow…
SweatTheStyle_HourGlassAs much as we love that summer glow, it’s just as important to keep your skin healthy and well protected. Pairing your healthy glow with an amazing highlighting powder can be a great way to ensure you don’t overexpose your skin to harmful rays yet still sport an amazing glow.

Ambient by Hourglass is the perfect addition to your cosmetic bag this summer! The shine is soft enough that it can be worn during the day without being a distraction. With technology that filters out harsh UV rays, this product helps to refine your complexion! At the end of the day who doesn’t want to look like they have naturally radiant skin right?

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Health & Wellness
Lemon Water Benefits

AdrianneHo_AgentProvaceteur_Swim-14AdrianneHo_AgentProvaceteur_Swim-5Lemon water is a very simple drink with an extensive list of health benefits. Even if you’re not a big water drinker, you might want to make a glass when you check out how incredible it is for your body and mind! Here are the top five benefits…

1. Aids in digestion and detoxification.
2. Bumps up the vitamin C quotient.
3. Rejuvenates skin and heals the body.
4. Helps shed pounds.
5. Boosts energy and mood.

An easy way to reap the benefits of lemon water is to squeeze half a lemon into room temperature water and drink it first thing in the morning. This will allow you to start your day on the right foot. Cheers!

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Beauty
Rose Petals Rosewater Spray

AdrianneHo_Supreme_Levis_ForalDenimJacket-5 Imagine your skin feeling refreshed, dewey, and radiant within a few seconds…
SweatTheStyle_HeritageStore_RoseWaterRose Petals Rosewater Spray does this and much more! Aside from being able to experience the amazing floral scent of real roses anytime, Rosewater is truly versatile. Use as a perfume, body splash, all natural toner, or add to your hair rinse or bath water.

You can also combine with therapeutic oils to make your own unique complexion formula. Rosewater helps maintain the skin’s pH balance and controls excess oil that can sometimes be caused by different climate changes. A few sprays throughout your day is guaranteed to help you look and feel calm naturally while reducing skin inflammation and refreshing your make up.

Rosewater can also be very beneficial when it comes to traveling. It helps hydrate, revitalize and moisturize the skin giving it that refreshed look as flights can often cause your skin to become dehydrated. Throw this spray in your gym bag or beach bag to ensure your skin stays happy everyday this summer!

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