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Top 4 Latina Hopefuls to Follow in the Olympic Games

The Olympics is a celebration of competition, passion and nationalism that unites nations like no other organized event in the world. For 17 days we will closely watch athletes demonstrate hard work and commitment by overcoming their toughest obstacles in order to earn one of the highest honors in their sport. These athletes include many […]

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Point, Click and Scroll Happier with the Penclic Mouse

As a blogger, I am constantly typing and surfing the web. I’ve recently received a Penclic Mouse to review and from the first look, I just loved the design; a mouse that looks like a pen?! I had to try it. The Penclic takes some getting used to, I thought it would be a lot […]

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Cross/Strength Training Fit Fridays Races Running

Need a Boost?! Try Bob’s Red Mill Nutritional Boosters

 Who said training for a race would be easy? The first couple of weeks of marathon training are my hardest. The soreness and building up the endurance to be able to run long, it’s always a challenge for me. This week I was challenged, when my body needed much-needed recovery. It’s hard to rest when […]

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Fit Fridays Races Running

Two Weeks to Train and Run the Queens 10K

A week ago, I ran my first race of 2016. It was a very last minute idea that just popped into my head after someone from the Open Run group suggested it; they suggested I sign up for the Queens 10K that there were still charity spots available through Team For Kids (TFK). The idea […]

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Be Summer Strong with Bob’s Red Mill Protein Powders

This Summer my goal is to stay strong and healthy mainly as I continue training for my Fall marathon, (Chicago Marathon), this year. Bob’s Red Mill has always been one of my favorite and trusted brand when it comes to healthy food products. So when I was recently asked to try out Bob’s Red Mill […]

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Giveaways/Contests Movies

Warcraft Movie Prize Pack Giveaway

From Legendary Pictures and Universal Pictures comes Warcraft, an epic adventure of world-colliding conflict based on Blizzard Entertainment’s global phenomenon. The peaceful realm of Azeroth stands on the brink of war as its civilization faces a fearsome race of invaders: Orc warriors fleeing their dying home to colonize another.  As a portal opens to connect […]

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DVD Tuesday Giveaways/Contests

13 Hours: The Secret Soldier of Benghazi – DVD Giveaway

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13 HOURS: THE SECRET SOLDIERS OF BENGHAZI   13 HOURS: THE SECRET SOLDIERS OF BENGHAZI tells the incredible true story of six elite ex-military operators who fought to protect the CIA against overwhelming odds when terrorists attacked a U.S. diplomatic compound on September 11, 2012.  The film stars John Krasinski (TV’s “The Office”), James Badge […]

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Neighbors 2: Sorority Rising – Prize Pack Giveaway

Now that Mac (Rogen) and Kelly Radner (Byrne) have a second baby on the way, they are ready to make the final move into adulthood: the suburbs.  But just as they thought they’d reclaimed the neighborhood and were safe to sell, they learn that the new occupants next door are a sorority even more out […]

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Fit Fridays Movies

Health Tips to Get a Summer Body Like Zac Efron

NATIONAL PHYSICAL FITNESS AND SPORTS MONTH: HEALTH TIPS TO GET A SUMMER BODY LIKE ZAC EFRON   Whether he’s a basketball player singing to us across a stage in High School Musical, or a frat boy pulling pranks in Neighbors, Zac Efron’s lean and fit physique has never failed to impress us. Although the actor has made a […]

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Cross/Strength Training Fit Fridays HealthAndWellness

When Did Getting Fit Cost So Much?

Some time last week Classpass announced, yet another price increase. You might remember back in July 2015, when they increased their, somewhat once affordable rates to $125/month for the Unlimited plan. #random: 😣after this #Classpass NYC, NJ & CT price increase, #FitReserve is looking kinda good. Smh. What a lovely way to tell us about […]

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Fit Fridays HealthAndWellness Running

Open Run – Run/Walk Sessions in Your Neighborhood

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New York Road Runners is known for organizing some of New York City best road races, including one of the World Marathon Majors, TCS NYC Marathon. NYRR started this new program called Open Run. Open Run is free weekly runs in local neighborhood parks all over NYC. All runs are directed by volunteers and are free […]

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DVD Tuesday

The Levenger Tapes on DVD Tuesday 7/5/16

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The Levenger Tapes This chilling horror tale follows three college students on an ill-fated weekend getaway. After finding what seems to be evidence of murder, the kids disappear, leaving behind a video camera. Thinking the missing students’ footage may help solve the kidnapping of a teenage girl, the police uncover even greater terror. Own The […]

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Fit Fridays Trails & Hikes

Switching It Up – My First Hiking Trip

I’m an outdoorsy girl, I love to explore, I love fresh air and nature sounds. I have heard of this tour company called Discover Outdoors, formerly known as Outdoor Bound. They have an array of outdoor activities for you to do with a group. Hiking and trail running is something I wouldn’t think of doing […]

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13 Hours The Secret Soldiers of Benghazi on Blu-ray/DVD Tuesday 6/7/2016

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13 Hours: The Secret Soldiers of Benghazi   13 HOURS: THE SECRET SOLDIERS OF BENGHAZI tells the incredible true story of six elite ex-military operators who fought to protect the CIA against overwhelming odds when terrorists attacked a U.S. diplomatic compound on September 11, 2012. Own 13 Hours: The Secret Soldiers of Benghazi on Blu-ray/DVD […]

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Zoolander No. 2 The Magnum Edition on Blu-ray/DVD Tuesday 5/3/16

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Zoolander No. 2 The Magnum Edition When a mystery assassin starts killing off the world’s most beautiful people, haute-shot Interpol agent Valentina Valencia (Cruz) learns the key to this deadly plot lies with Derek (Stiller) and Hansel (Wilson).  Recruited for a top secret mission, they must return to the world of high fashion, reclaim their […]

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The Forest on Blu-ray/DVD Tuesday, 4/12/16

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Follow my blog with Bloglovin The Forest When her twin sister disappears in Japan, a young American named Sara (Natalie Dormer) becomes determined to find out what happened to her. Sara’s investigation leads her to the legendary Aokigahara Forest, located at the base of Mount Fuji. Accompanied by expatriate Aiden, she enters the mysterious wilderness […]

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Star Wars The Force Awakens on Blu-ray/DVD Tuesday 4/5/16

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Star Wars: The Force Awakens Visionary director J.J. Abrams brings to life the motion picture event of a generation. As Kylo Ren and the sinister First Order rise from the ashes of the Empire, Luke Skywalker is missing when the galaxy needs him most. It’s up to Rey, a desert scavenger, and Finn, a defecting […]

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Movies

The Purge: Election Year – Official Trailer

The Purge: Election Year It’s been two years since Leo Barnes (Frank Grillo) stopped himself from a regrettable act of revenge on Purge Night.  Now serving as head of security for Senator Charlie Roan (Elizabeth Mitchell), his mission is to protect her in a run for president and survive the annual ritual that targets the […]

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Neighbors 2: Sorority Rising – Official Trailer (VIDEO)

Neighbors 2: Sorority Rising Returning stars Seth Rogen, Zac Efron and Rose Byrne are joined by Chloë Grace Moretz for Neighbors 2: Sorority Rising, the follow-up to 2014’s most popular original comedy.  Nicholas Stoller again directs in a film that follows what happens when the will of parenthood goes against the bonds of sisterhood. Now […]

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Fit Fridays HealthAndWellness

How I am Working Hard and Training Harder

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Lately, I am on a journey to build a stronger, fitter, healthier body.  As a personal trainer I wanted to make sure I worked hard on my body first, before dedicating my time to train others. That doesn’t mean that I am not looking to inspire others while I’m training myself. Personal trainers are real […]