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NTC Fans – Train With Us on 10/23/12

Train With Us - NTC

NYC Fitness enthusiasts! What are your plans for next Tuesday, October 23, 2012? How about one awesome NTC workout at the Giants/Jets stadium?! I think yes! Nike Women & NTC East are bringing us this amazing, FREE workout event. Check out the details below: 40-minute NTC workout on the field led by Master Trainers Marie […]

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Be Inspired, #DoveInspired – The Dove Movement for Self Esteem

Dove

Did you know: Anxiety about looks begins at an early age and holds girls back (from reaching their full potential.) According to Dove global research: 72 percent of girls (ages 10-17) feel tremendous pressure to be beautiful[1] and only 11 percent of girls (ages 10-17) are comfortable using the word beautiful to describe themselves.[2] Self […]

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My NTC Journey to Kettlebells

Nike Training Club

As you all know I love the Nike Training Club app ever since I knew it existed. I have been using the app for quite some time now, and even though I feel I should be done unlocking all the rewards by now, I am steadily moving towards my goals. A few weeks ago I […]

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Stay Cool this Labor Day Weekend with Lipton Iced Tea Cocktails/Mocktails

Lipton Cocktails

Cocktails & Mocktails made with Lipton Iced Tea Labor Day weekend marks the end of summer and is the perfect time for a celebration!  Whether you’re spending time relaxing at home or having a big end-of-summer party, these cocktails/mocktails made with Lipton Iced Tea will be sure to keep you and your guests cool and […]

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Veggie Burgers at Burger King

BK Veggie Burger

This might be news to some, but it is NOT new news, Veggie Burgers have been on the Burger King menu ever since as early as 2002. Yes, it is somewhat shocking, not many fast food restaurants have Veggie Burgers, and we often settle for the beefy, meaty, tons of calories combo meals that makes […]

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What is TRX® Rip™ Training?

TRX RIP Training

What is TRX® Rip™ Training? The TRX Rip Trainer™ is a full-spectrum resistance training tool designed for developing the ability to generate and control rotational forces. Which is basically a fancy way of saying that it delivers resistance training unlike anything you’ve ever seen. Equally adept as a rehabilitation tool, a strength and conditioning tool, […]

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NYC Summer Streets 2012 – Details

The 5th Annual Summer Streets starts this weekend! On August 4, 11 and 18 from 7 am to 1 pm, nearly seven miles of New York City’s streets will be opened up for everyone to play, run, walk and bike. From the Brooklyn Bridge to Central Park, along Park Avenue and connecting streets you can […]

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“Proyecto Salud” de CVS/pharmacy lleva pruebas de detección gratuitas durante el mes de agosto

CVS CAREMARK

Un programa de bienestar creará conciencia en las comunidades multiculturales sobre la preparación ante la influenza durante el Mes nacional de la conciencia sobre la vacunación Los participantes recibirán vales canjeables por una vacuna contra la gripe en CVS/pharmacy o MinuteClinic esta temporada de gripe. Durante el mes de agosto, que es el mes nacional […]

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CVS/pharmacy’s “Project Health” Bringing Free Health Screenings During the Month of August

CVS CAREMARK

Project Health is a wellness program to raise awareness in multicultural communities about influenza preparedness during National Immunization Awareness Month. Qualifying participants will receive vouchers redeemable for a flu shot at CVS/pharmacy or MinuteClinic this flu season. Throughout the month of August, which is National Immunization Awareness Month, CVS/pharmacy’s Project Health (“Proyecto Salud” in Spanish) is […]

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What Keeps You Moving?! NikeFuel Does

Nike Fuelband

I hadn’t written a post about my Nike+ Fuelband because I wanted to test it out some more. I think by now I’ve tested it enough to tell y’all about it and why it might be a great thing to get. I love my Nike+ Fuelband!! I always wear it, I take it off before […]

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Six Weeks to OMG – Book Review

Six Weeks to OMG

Six Weeks To OMG Get Skinnier Than All Your Friends Order it now via Amazon About 3 weeks ago I read this “diet” book that has probably changed my life and the way I think, see and feel about food. I read a lot of health and fitness books, in search for something that makes […]

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intelli-Diet – An Easier Way to Diet

intelli-diet

I’ve recently downloaded this really great app called intelli-Diet. It had great reviews on iTunes app store and I wanted to give it try. The app costs $3.99, but due to it’s incredible success, it is available to download for FREE only for today, Monday, July 2, 2012. Here’s more info on intelli-Diet: Sets up […]

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“Voices” a Film That Celebrates Women in Sports | Via Nike

Nike Voices

Nike released a new film entitled “Voices” to celebrate women in sport on the 40th anniversary of Title IX (June 23, 1972), the landmark U.S. legislation that opened the door for female athletes to pursue their dreams through sport. The film features the personal stories of four amazing female athletes, spanning three generations, who play […]

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Let’s #MAKETHERULES – A Special Invitation from NIKE NYC

#MAKETHERULES Invitation

Join NIKE NYC and myself on Saturday, June 23, 2012 as we celebrate sport, in this FREE outdoor workout event to get your adrenaline pumping. Early arrivers will receive a FREE Limited Edition NIKE t-shirt (while supplies last).  See below for more details… Celebration of Sport Saturday, June 23, 2012 11:30am – 5:30pm Hudson River […]

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Self Magazine’s Workout in the Park

Self workout in the park

Here’s something I am really looking forward to: Self Magazine’s Workout in the Park. This will be my first and hopefully not my last workout in the park with Self Magazine. On Saturday, May 12th, 2012 I am grabbing a workout buddy and heading out to Central Park (Rumsey Playfield), in NYC, and #GetFit and […]

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Spa Week Media Event Recap – Spring 2012

SpaWeek Media Event - Spr. 2012

image source: Spa Week Spa Week Media Event – Spring 2012 As always, Spa Week Media events are always welcomed. This is the event where the media gets together and enjoy a complimentary night of pampering services, provided by a few select spas. Everyone knows to arrive early if you want to enjoy a quick […]

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Where Do Celebs Like Oprah, Jay Z, Cuck Norris and Miley Cyrus Spa?!

spaweek 2012

Looking to get pampered and brush elbows with Hollywood’s elite? This list is better than a star map… it’s a spa map! We’ve got the inside scoop on which spas celebrities like Oprah, Jay-Z, Chuck Norris, Miley Cyrus, Jessica Simpson, Kendra Wilkinson, Kristen Bell, Rachel Weisz and Joan Rivers frequent. Here’s the best part: us […]

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Health and Fitness Books to Add to Your Collection

image source: I’ve recently started reading this weight training book that I got through Need 2 Know Books. We all know, I love to try new workouts, here and there, and between going to the gym and working out at home, I like to read up on ways to stay healthy and improve my workouts. […]

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What is TRX Suspension Training?

TRX Training

What is Suspension Training®? Not everyone knows what Suspension Training® exercise equipment is, but it might be helpful to begin with what it absolutely is not. Suspension Training exercise equipment is not a big expensive weight-training machine. It’s not a glorified rubber band. It’s not a fitness fad. And you will not see any TRX® […]

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16 SWEET Spa Week Ingredients + Their Benefits

Spa Week Spring 2012

Article originally published as Happy Sweet Sixteen, Spa Week! on SpaWeek Daily.   1. CHOCOLATE   Our skin craves chocolate as much as we do. Chocolate is rich in antioxidants and is high in magnesium, which promotes cell growth, repairs tissues, and absorbs nutrients. The fats in this sweet treat also moisturize and work as […]