sweat it

We meet with ubiquitous party photographer, the Cobrasnake, to see how he stays in shape and the role fitness plays as he moves into a new stage of his life.

We trail firefighter and pro beach volleyball player Aurora Skarra-Gallagher for an exclusive look into what it takes to be a strong member of the force.

We trail Leigh from the studio to the dance floor for some cardio pro-tips and see the role fitness plays in her active daily routine.

The firefighter and pro beach volleyball player shows us how to dig a spike.

The New York-based tattoo artist and Jiu Jitsu enthusiast trains out of one of the most renowned academies in New York.

The New York-based tattoo artist and Jiu Jitsu enthusiast demonstrates the Kimura, a popular submission move in mixed martial arts.

When she’s not touring with M.I.A., Los Angeles-based drummer Kiran Gandhi can be found building strength through battle ropes.

When she's not touring, the LA-based drummer can be found building strength through battle ropes.

Photographer Mark Hunter, better known as "The Cobrasnake," shows us how to warm up on a Power Plate, a machine that causes muscles to contract rapidly through controlled vibrations.