Just a quickie.
SWEAT
Dirt Fitness Lunchtime Class
What: The 40-minute workout ($20), proven to burn up to 600 calories, progresses from warm-up to sets of sprints, kettlebell training, push-ups, band exercises, and balance techniques.
Why: Participants get access to MySpa’s locker rooms (showers, sauna, and steam room).
When: Every Wed., 12:30 p.m.
Where: InterContinental Miami, 100 Chopin Plz., meet on the lower deck of the plz. lvl. (305-577-1000).
PAMPER
Tiano Salon Spa Beauty Break
What: Newbies get a manicure, pedicure, and half-hour seaweed facial for just $59.
Why: Whoa, that’s cheap.
When: Tues.-Sat., 10 a.m.-7 p.m.
Where: 2840 Oak Ave., Coconut Grove. Reservations (recommended) to 305-448-6661.
SHOP
Under-$50 Finds
What: Swirl scoured its closet to bring you the best fashion under $50 from labels like Dallin Chase, Loomstate, and Isabel Lu.
Why: While you’re there, pop in to the Gar-de sale for up to 60 percent off simple tunics, sheer tanks, and solid dresses.
When: You’ve got nothing to wear.
Where: Online at swirl.com.
HYDRATE
Boxed Water Is Better
What: Made from mostly renewable resources, the carton ($2 a quart) is more ecofriendly than plastic and easier to recycle.
Why: Twenty percent of profits goes to water relief and reforestation charities.
When: Tues.-Sat., noon-10 p.m.; Sun., noon-6 p.m.
Where: Sweat Records, 5505 NE 2nd Ave., Little Haiti (786-693-9309).
EAT
Caffe Vialetto Back-to-School Menu
What: Neighborhood fave offers a three-course lunch for $20.
Why: Get your money’s worth with Caribbean risotto (sweet plantains, goat cheese, and roasted almonds) and The Bomb (chocolate cake stuffed with Heath toffee bar).
When: Mon.-Fri., noon-3 p.m.
Where: 4019 Le Jeune Rd., Coral Gables (305-446-5659).
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