A native of Israel, Tova Kindred grew up exercising naturally. "We walked everywhere, climbed hills, bicycled, and danced," she recalls. Tova and her family consumed a healthy diet based on fresh vegetables and fruits. With a lifelong interest in fitness, Tova has stayed in shape by years of dancing beginning in NY and working hard during the day.

While Tova was still a teen, the Family moved to New York, where she began her beauty career. With a natural talent for styling hair, Tova began studying and working in a small salon and soon became known for her innovative work in hair design. Today, Tova's name is synonymous with the beauty business.

After moving to Houston in 1982, she began work at Lord and Taylor beauty salon, where she quickly established a faithful following. In 1986, she opened her first salon on Marilee and in 1990, moved her posh, full-service salon, to Tovas Hair Studio where it is located today on Post Oak Blvd..

Despite the demands of running a business, Tova makes time to exercise daily. "I wake up every morning and look forward to the adventures of that new day," she says expressing her enthusiastic approach to life. From 5:30 to 8 a.m., Tova stretches, swims laps, jogs, and works out with free weights. "Exercise helps provide me the energy for the long time I spend on my feet," she says.

Tova's husband, Ace Kindred is also her business partner. Ace and Tova met almost 12 years ago and both claim it was "love at first sight." They enjoy travel, including regular visits to Tova's family in New York and Ace's children and grandchildren in California. The pair like supporting fundraising events, including those for The March of Dimes, The American Heart Association, and "any group that helps children," she adds. Favorite shopping sites are Versus and Tootsie's, but she also collects unusual separates and accessories on her travels. Fortunately for Tova, staying in shape allows her to wear the body-conscious styles she prefers. "I feel better today than when I was 20," she says. "Age is only a number, and when you feel good about yourself, you look good."