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     It's no surprise to us that Clark Miller spends most of his time in front of his laptop editing and contributing to SWLA'a culture of photography but we were surprised to find out just how much this Lake Charles famous photog loves our fresh pressed juice and a great sweat sesh!  

     Roll Indoor Cycling & Juicery founder Jackie Tabor shares Clark's vision and pride in the 337 and we're thrilled to host the next Pop-Up Shop for Clark's locally created brand: 337 Supply, on April 28.  A sexy month like April calls for a very special collaboration and we've always managed to drum up the most exciting events with local businesses and organizations we truly love & admire - from McNeese Athletics to Mimosa Boutique to Blush co. 

    From his unforgettable images & healthful style around town to his undeniable roots in the 337, we don't know anyone who doesn't love this locally grown, creative genius. We had a blast on location around town w. Clark and our very own Malise Gardiner Gary's most recent photo shoot featuring the one & only Roll Team + a few other local rockstars and we can't wait to launch the exclusive Roll//337 line of urban workout gear to Lake Chuck! 

Check out some of the questions you've always wanted to ask Clark but have been waiting for us to do it first.....

Favorite breakfast: Chicken & Waffles

What language would you like to be fluent in? French

Yogurt or Ice Cream? Bluebell Homemade Vanilla

Song you're currently obsessed with: "Winse" by Healy

Favorite Roll Pressed Juice: UNICORN BLOOD

Do you think one day we'll be reading your autobiography? Idk. Either way I want to make a positive impact on the world while I'm here.

Favorite Movie: Forrest Gump or Pursuit of Happiness...real toss up

What's on your night stand? Haha I don't have one. 

Dream Day: Surfing

     It's no surprise to us that Clark Miller spends most of his time in front of his laptop editing and contributing to SWLA'a culture of photography but we were surprised to find out just how much this Lake Charles famous photog loves our fresh pressed juice and a great sweat sesh!  

     Roll Indoor Cycling & Juicery founder Jackie Tabor shares Clark's vision and pride in the 337 and we're thrilled to host the next Pop-Up Shop for Clark's locally created brand: 337 Supply, on April 28.  A sexy month like April calls for a very special collaboration and we've always managed to drum up the most exciting events with local businesses and organizations we truly love & admire - from McNeese Athletics to Mimosa Boutique to Blush co. 

    From his unforgettable images & healthful style around town to his undeniable roots in the 337, we don't know anyone who doesn't love this locally grown, creative genius. We had a blast on location around town w. Clark and our very own Malise Gardiner Gary's most recent photo shoot featuring the one & only Roll Team + a few other local rockstars and we can't wait to launch the exclusive Roll//337 line of urban workout gear to Lake Chuck! 

Check out some of the questions you've always wanted to ask Clark but have been waiting for us to do it first.....

Favorite breakfast: Chicken & Waffles

What language would you like to be fluent in? French

Yogurt or Ice Cream? Bluebell Homemade Vanilla

Song you're currently obsessed with: "Winse" by Healy

Favorite Roll Pressed Juice: UNICORN BLOOD

Do you think one day we'll be reading your autobiography? Idk. Either way I want to make a positive impact on the world while I'm here.

Favorite Movie: Forrest Gump or Pursuit of Happiness...real toss up

What's on your night stand? Haha I don't have one. 

Dream Day: Surfing

I've never been a sit around kind of girl.  I've always liked to watch what I eat and take care of myself by playing tennis, riding bikes, swimming, & hiking.  At 22 I got married with high hopes of having a family but after three ectopic pregnancies and several surgeries before my 30th birthday, my husband & I realized children "weren't in the cards" so I pretty much threw myself in to my career as a hair stylist.  

Turns out, one of my clients shared with me about a little boy who needed a family.  He was displaced and needed a loving couple to foster him.  My husband and I were more than willing to take him in and moved heaven and earth to make a home for this sweet angel.  After 2.5 years together, the three of us were super happy so we decided to begin the adoption process which is when we all got the news that the social worker wanted to place him with distant relatives.  Not only were we crushed but so was our boy, it was devastating.  Vowing to take every measure to keep him in our home (his home) we spent our life savings battling it out.  Our finances along with our minds & bodies were exhausted. When we lost him, we lost it all. My husband and I bottomed out. There really aren't words to express the sorrow of having to let go of the sweet boy we considered our son and the family all 3 of us dreamed of becoming. My husband and I agree that "it is better to have loved and lost than to never have loved at all" but it was still more than we could bear.   Although I didn't eat my way out of shape I definitely took on weight due to drinking more & more alcohol to cope.  I also gave up any and all activity that kept me healthy.  I spiraled in to depression. 

Through a career change and several other life events, my husband and I ended up moving back to SWLA.  Although I enjoy my job and was feeling better, I was still packing on the pounds mostly because of not being motivated or excited about much. In July a work friend found out about the new spin classes at Roll and encouraged me to go. My first ride was when we went as a group to Charles' class and I knew right away this was the place for me.  Charles was so much fun.  I was encouraged by the music, virtual road, and performance metrics.  It was the coolest workout I had ever done. 

I quickly found out Roll is so much more than spinning.  There's Tina's Bike & Barre, Roll Revolution (25 minutes on the bike and 25 minutes circuit training), and WBX which is a "whole body xperience" that works your entire body in 45 minutes.  Not only do a catch a break from the stress of my day in the evening "sweat sessions" that detoxify me, the energy and accomplishment I feel from my rides has been phenomenal.  I follow some of my favorite instructors Jackie, Tina, Bri, and Kallan. The inspirational messages they deliver are powerful, so much so that I've lost 42 lbs since I started rolling! If I could describe Roll in one word it would be: transformational because I'm no longer tired, depressed, and out-of-shape. I have a lot to be happy about, and realize fitness is having a healthy mind, body, and spirit. 

Revolution instructor and all around fitness legend Allie Matheson shares her biggest indulgence, Roll mantra, what you'll never find in her grocery cart and more....

1.  My idea of a perfect day:   a. a blank "to-do list" b. quick 3 mile run before everyone wakes up followed by a big breakfast c. Letting the day unfold with my family

2.  My ROLL mantra:  Show up, the rest is downhill!

3.  The one item that will never be in my grocery cart:  Coke 

4.  My Starbucks order is:  Latte...straight up

5.  Fave movie of all time:   Steel Magnolias

6.  When you leave my class you feel:  Empowered

7.  My biggest indulgence is:  a Massage

8.  My current snack obsession: Almond Butter biscuits which have NO          high fructose corn syrup... yasssss! 

9.   What I wanted to be when I grew up:  an Artist

10.  The best year of my life:  2002

11.  My favorite music to ride to:  Black Keys

12.  My best childhood memories:  Fishing at Toledo Bend, I always                  caught the biggest one. 

13.  My secret talent:  I can pinch with my toes

14.  Bikini or One piece?  Bikini (since I was at least 7) 

15.  If I could only eat one food for the rest of my life it would be: Toga          Grill grape leaves...omg.  

16.  My favorite color is:  Green 

17.  My favorite juice is:  Roll Honey-Cinnamon Almond Milk

Instructor Brianna Pugh's electric energy on the bike would be no surprise if it weren't for 1 tiny detail, she's rides with a baby bump!  That's right. She is expecting her first lil' rockstar in May. We asked Bri to share her top 5 tips of riding while pregnant before she gives birth to her baby girl, Miss Marley Rae.  

So Bri...

What are your top 5 tips to riding while pregnant?

Wear a Heart Rate Monitor.  Dr Prestia (who I seriously could not live without) stressed the importance of keeping my heart rate at a certain level during workouts so I wear a Fitbit gifted to me by my (awesome) in-laws at the beginning of my pregnancy. :)

Keep Cool. Riders tell me the front row is the coolest spot in the studio which means I would definitely book those bikes & rock our FRONT ROW shirt! LOL  It seems like I break a sweat quicker since I entered the 3rd trimester so sometimes I hop off my bike to cool down.

Stay Hydrated.  I drink AT LEAST 2 bottles of water per 45 minute sweat session. 

Eat pre and post workout.  This has been tricky and I'm sure it's different for each person.  I always eat something light like toast or a banana before my classes to prevent nausea but when it's over I'm so hungry and CRAVING protein so I make sure to eat whole food nutrition within 30 minutes.   

Know your limits.  As a collegiate athlete, I'm trained to give 110% every time because there are no limits.  Adjusting to pregnancy and everything that comes with it has been challenging but I'm growing a beautiful, healthy baby so this is also an exercise in listening to my body. It's a new discipline. Adjust your intensity level and pace according to what your body is telling you....it's OKAY to slow down or even take a breather off the bike if necessary.  Remember if you feel ill at any time to alert the instructor and they will be able to assist you.                                                         

Ultimately, continuing my commitment to lead a healthy lifestyle including indoor cycling during pregnancy is keeping my energy level up, alleviating aches & pains, helping me stay positive and proving to be one of the best things I can do for me and my baby. 

Congratulations to all the expecting ROLLdiers out there! I can't wait to see you in the studio!

The juice is cold, the rides are hot & the Acai bowls are sweet at Roll Indoor Cycling & Wellness and our team is as committed as ever to bringing dedication, inspiration, & celebration to Southwest Louisiana!  Meet the stars who make the LCLA Roll Studio rock! 

Brianna Pugh

Role at Roll:  Front Desk & Instructor

Today's Favorite Song:  Whistle//Katie Tiz

Favorite Local Restaurant:  Tony's Pizza

Instagram I love to follow:  @amberfillerup

Best thing I like to do on days off:  Currently shopping for my new baby! He or She will be here in May! 

Hometown:  Denver, CO

Mantra that I live by: "Life is funny..."

Best part about working at Roll: Getting paid to work in a healthy environment is the best.  I love the classes & inspiring others to live fit!

1st ride:  Allie's Roll Revolution! Definitely brought friends to the next one! 

First Job Ever:  An Asian Restaurant (and I smelled like Fried Rice all the time)

Morgan foreman

Role at Roll:  Front Desk

Today's Favorite Song:  Rollercoaster//The Bleechers

Favorite Local Restaurant:  Greenhouse Salad Co. 

Instagram I love to follow:  @dougthepug

Best thing I like to do on days off:  Usually hang out with my favorite person, Nick.  Always take a nice run outside & sometimes shop in Lafayette. 

Hometown: Lake Charles

Mantra I live by: "Be strong & courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged.  For the Lord your God will be w//you wherever you go" Joshua 1:9

Best part about working at Roll:  The roll community is truly awwwesome and I love catching up with my incredible boss! 

1st ride: Lauren's Roll 101 that she ROCKED, even way back in the day!

First job ever:  Roll Indoor Cycling & Wellness

Lauren Lee

Role at Roll:  Front Desk 

Today's Favorite Song: You & I//Johnnyswim

Favorite Local Restaurant: Luna's

Instagram I love to follow: @laurenconrad

Best thing I like to do on days off:  I want to be outside.  Love going to the Park because it's noisy & quiet, relaxing & fun.  It's the perfect mix of things I enjoy doing! 

Hometown:  Lake Charles

Mantra I live by:  "If it were easy, everyone would have it"

Best part about working at Roll: I can't say enough about the our community of riders and people who come in for cold-pressed juices & Acai Bowls! The Roll Team is awesome and we all have a great time bringing the latest, greatest trends in fitness to Lake Charles. Sometimes when I talk about work I just call it my "Roll Fam"

1st Ride:  Braden's EDM & I've been hooked ever since!

First job ever: Special Touch Therapeutic Massage

Jackie Tabor

Role at Roll: There's not 1 answer for this (I am Morgan's boss though, LOL) 

Today's Favorite Song: Fun//Coldplay feat. Tove lo

Favorite Local Restaurant:  121 Bistro

Instagram I love to follow: @malisegardinerphotography

Best thing I like to do on days off:  Pretty much anything that includes 1 or both of my kids + Heath, my 3 favorite people (I also love my dogs)

Hometown:  Leawood, KS

Mantra I live by:  "Circumstances don't make or break you, they reveal you"

Best part of working at Roll:  Definitely our amazing community of riders & instructors, but really the list goes on & on.  I love everything Roll Indoor Cycling & Wellness & the vibe we bring to LCLA.

1st Ride: My own. I was scared to death, even after all the training; now it's my fave thing.