Culture Writer

Maya Ito

Maya writes on the people and trends shaping movement culture — from studio founders to the return of the run club.

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Health Is Fashion: Inside the New Wellness Uniform

Leggings you can wear to brunch. A gym bag designed like a handbag. The wellness uniform stopped being workout clothes with a lifestyle marketing budget — it became the actual lifestyle.

Maya ItoAugust 12, 20267 min read

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Why Movement Became the New Luxury

Maya ItoAugust 1, 20267 min read

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The Rise of the Pilates Uniform

Maya ItoJuly 24, 20265 min read

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How Run Clubs Became the New Social Clubs

Maya ItoJune 19, 20266 min read

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Meet the Instructor Turning Studio Classes Into a Following

Maya ItoMay 30, 20266 min read

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The Rise of the Wellness Club

Maya ItoApril 3, 20266 min read

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Why the Fashion Returns Problem Still Isn't Solved

Maya ItoMarch 18, 20266 min read

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Why Grip Socks Became Fashion

Maya ItoFebruary 27, 20265 min read

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Meet the Designers Rethinking Activewear

Maya ItoJanuary 18, 20266 min read