WORKOUT STYLE FROM SHAPE ACTIVEWEAR
We all have the friend who manages to stay on-trend in and out of the yoga studio. SHAPE activewear has designed activewear to fit every active girl’s style and workout.
Category: Fitness
Workout Style – Mistakes You Should Avoid and Tips
Activewear for women has never been as exciting as it is today. From bold prints to more creative designs, it’s easier than ever to look good when you’re working out. As well as making you feel amazing about how you look, it can also help you have a more effective workout. But even with more choice, styles, and colors some of us are still not getting out workout style quite right. This can make us feel uncomfortable and lowers our enthusiasm for exercising. So if you want to create a unique and effective workout style, here are some common mistake you need to avoid.
Wearing clothes that are too tight or loose
Wearing active wear that doesn’t fit you correctly is one of the biggest mistakes you can make. Clothing that is too loose will lack the support your body needs to avoid injury. The excess fabric can also easily get caught in the gym equipment which increases your chances of a fall. On the other hand, activewear that is too tight is also not a good idea either. It can cause you to overheat, restricts your movement and makes you feel very uncomfortable. This can make you feel unwell and also increases the risk of accidents and injury. To avoid making this mistake, buy activewear that is the right size and fits comfortably. Search for brands like Lorna Jane online for activewear in a range of different sizes.
Wearing too many accessories
While accessories can help transform an outfit, they aren’t always practical or safe for the gym. Long necklaces, for instance, can easily get caught in machinery or get tangled causing a strangulation hazard. The noise created by bangles when you move can also cause distractions that could force you to lose concentration. This could cause accidents and injuries to you and to others. To avoid this, keep your accessories to a minimum. Also, consider what accessories could help you have a more effective workout. Wristbands, headbands and fitness trackers might all be options you consider. Store your jewelry in a locker at your gym or keep them in your gym bag until your workout is over.
Only thinking about the color
The color of your activewear is often what makes it so appealing. The extensive range of colors available also means you can be bolder with what you wear. But only focusing on the color of your activewear can be a huge mistake. You may choose a pair of legging that coordinate perfectly with your favorite crop top, but the fit and quality of fabric might not be ideal. This can often result in you having to replace items regularly. Overtime, this can be a costly mistake to make. Instead of just choosing activewear based on color, think about the fabric, function and fit too. This will ensure you choose clothing that lasts longer while still looking good.
By avoiding these mistakes, you can create a workout wardrobe that’s comfortable, stylish and suitable. You’ll find that you are more eager than ever to get your fitness regime started.
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FOREST BATHING IN COLORADO’S CANYON COUNTRY – Resort & Spa
Forest bathing, a fancy term for getting back into nature, is one of the hottest trends in the wellness travel space and no one does it better than Renee Diamond, a Yogi and creator of the DiamondFit program.
From June 22-26 she takes her yoga/fitness program into the great outdoors in Colorado’s stunning Canyon Country at the boutique Gateway Canyons Resort & Spa.
During the five-day retreat participants will enjoy hiking the Lumsden Canyon, Cutler Trail and Juanita Arch hikes, toning their body and letting the beauty and serenity of the area relax and tone the mind. Daily yoga and meditation classes’ focus on building strength and flexibility of mind and body, and luxurious spa treatments pamper the spirit and soothe sore muscles. Plenty of free time is built in to the program so participants can paddle a river, ride a horse, climb a rock or simply sit poolside and drink in the Red Rock setting.
Gateway Canyons Resort & Spa has garnered awards from Forbes, Conde Nast Traveler, Travel & Leisure and Virtuoso. Its’ location nestled in Unaweep Canyon, one of the most unique red rock canyons in the world, is the ideal setting for this retreat. The program includes 5-days/4 night’s accommodation, breakfast, lunch and dinner each day, shuttle service to and from the airport, all taxes and gratuities, and a daily gift bag. An Early Bird Promotion is available until June 7th for . The retreat does not include airfare, but flights can be booked through Retreats Unlimited.
The DiamondFit Retreat is curated by Retreats Unlimited and Wild Wellness Travel. To make a reservation, review the detailed itinerary or for additional information visit Retreats Unlimited or call 312-961-3280.
Retreats Unlimited
Retreats Unlimited is a full-service retreat company offering fitness, self-improvement and wellness vacations. Unlike any other, our retreats and wellness holidays are in destinations that are unique. The resorts are luxurious and each retreat offers unique experiences. http://www.myretreatsunlimited.com/
Wild Wellness Travel
Wild Wellness Travel creates balanced vacations based on a philosophy that includes stress reduction, fitness, cultural involvement, self-care and food education. With these five pillars we promote and offer transformational wellness experiences internationally. www.wildwellnesstravel.com
GO YOU! ACTIVE EVENT FEATURING ROZONDA “CHILLI” THOMAS – Macy’s Lenox Square Mall
Lenox Square Mall
SATURDAY, APRIL 23, 2016
12:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Join Macy’s for a fabulous health and wellness-focused event featuring Fitness Expert, Rozonda “Chilli” Thomas as she teaches you the dance moves from her hit single “Body”. Also, there will be fun challenges provided by the Fitness organization Divas in Defense!
Plus, see the newest looks in activewear from head to toe.
For more details visit: macys.com/events or RSVP visit www.gochilli.eventbrite.com. #goyou
Glow Bio Cleanse – Healthier Lifestyle
Introduce yourself to fruits and veggies you never knew existed with the bountiful menu at Glow Bio! From Acai to Goji and everything in between, Glow Bio offers a lineup of beauty food rich smoothies and juices that will keep you satisfied AND taste good – all carefully curated by nutritionist and New York Times bestselling author, Kimberly Snyder!
For an added bonus, many of your favorite smoothies are found in a number of the Glow Bio Cleanses. These help rebuild your digestive system and help you achieve sustainable results by getting on track to a healthier lifestyle! With three options to select, durations ranging from 1 to 5 days, each cleanse consists of four unique components:
1) The world famous and fiber-filled Glowing Green Smoothie to start and end your day with.
2) Cold-Pressed Juices enhanced with probiotics to aid digestion.
3) Powerful benefit-driven boosters.
4) A specific order of consumption to maximize the nutritional benefits and get your body back to harmony.
All of which help to achieve renewed energy, a more svelte and toned physique and glowing, radiant skin!
BJs Cherry Berry Smoothie – American Heart Health Month
February is Heart Health Month and BJs Wholesale Club has some delicious produce (and recipes) to help us live a healthy lifestyle. Personally, I am a huge fan of smoothies! They’re easy to make and the perfect breakfast option for families.
Smoothies can be made in a variety of ways depending on your health needs. For example, if you’re having digestive issues, add a teaspoon of Flaxseed into your mixture. Drinking a smoothie provides ease into your morning routine and allows breakfast on the go. It can also serve as a filling afternoon snack instead of drinking a soda or eating potato chips.
2 containers (5 oz each) Yoplait Greek Cherry or Strawberry Blended Yogurt
1 1/2 cups Cascadian Farm Frozen Organic Sweet Cherries
1/2 cup Cascadian Farm Frozen Organic Strawberries
1 cup Milk
Make It:
- Place all ingredients in a blender
- Cover & blend on high speed, about 1 minute or until smooth
- Pour into 3 glasses
- Serve immediately
For my smoothie recipe, I like to include a small amount of water and 2 teaspoons of Wellsley Farms Pure Honey. Also, if your schedule will be hectic the next morning, take frozen fruit out of the freezer (the night before.) This will help ingredients blend faster and more consistently. Pour the smoothie into your tumblr and go!
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Hyleys Slim Tea Lifestyle Option – Product Review
Hyleys Slim Teas –
Hyleys Slim Teas are 100% natural Green teas made with Senna leaves, and fruit flavoring that promote body cleansing, detoxification, and a healthy digestive system, all in a delicious cup of hot tea! Mild and pleasant in both taste and texture,the weight-loss enhancing properties of the Slim Teas offer consumers a safe, pound-shedding alternative to risky pills and surgery.
Using only the highest quality ingredients, Hyleys Slim Teas are available in flavorful options like Acai Berry, Blueberry, Goji Berry, Pomegranate and Raspberry as well as a Five-Flavor Assortment. MSRP $5.99 for 1-pack of 25 foil envelope tea bags.
See www.hyleysteaonline.com
Product Review:
Let’s be honest, I enjoyed too much comfort (and fast) food during the summer months. After facing this harsh reality, I had to actively start my weight loss program. Number one, I take pride in being healthy and monitoring my diet. Number two, I’m petite and must be mindful of those “few extra pounds.” Number three, it’s the holiday season and my wardrobe requires fitted a dress.
I received the assortment of Hyleys Slim Tea in the mail and honestly, didn’t know what to expect. I am proud to share (with the use of moderate exercise) I have seen results from drinking the Slim Tea. Yes, I lost a few pounds!
I would suggest reading the directions on the box which indicates the best time frame to drink the tea along with consumption. This tea not only helps you lose weight but it also has a nice flavor. I could taste the fruit infusion in each bag.
Remember, the tea also serves as a mild laxative but if you’re eating “clean” you should not have severe stomach cramps. I am pleased with the results of the tea and encourage everyone to try it. This is a great option if you’re seeking to lose weight without extreme measures. Hyleys Slim Tea is affordable and can also be purchased online. If you decide to try the tea and see results, please share in the comments box below!
Lean Diet
Moderate Exercise
Drink One Cup of Hyleys Slim Tea Before Bedtime
Spa Week: Holiday Gift and Wellness Idea
Give the Gift of Wellness this holiday season. The new gift card by Spa Week, Spa & Wellness BLACK, is the only spa and wellness card you will ever need, making a perfect gift for everyone on your list. It is accepted at over 8,000 spa and wellness locations across North America and may be used any time of the year without expiration. Special perks of this card include thousands of spas and hundreds of treatments to choose from, the ability to load in any amount from $10-$500, and the ability to use the card in multiple locations on as many visits as you choose. Visitors to spaweek.com can conveniently purchase Spa & Wellness BLACK, to be shipped in a gift box with a personal message anywhere in the United States. Recipients will have the freedom to choose from thousands of locations and services, all while knowing that you have their long-term health, balance and happiness in mind. Visit www.spaweek.com to see the numerous spa and wellness locations that accept Spa & Wellness BLACK.
“Spa Week encourages a healthy lifestyle and inspires people to pursue ways of living fuller lives,” says Spa Week Founder, Cheryl Reid. “Consumers are seeking better ways to take care of themselves, taking responsibility towards maintaining good health and making important lifestyle changes.”
With Spa & Wellness BLACK people can choose to access spa and wellness services, medical grade treatments, holistic services and cosmetic treatments, such as: massages, facials, yoga, pilates, nutrition classes, acupuncture, chiropractic sessions and more. Premier brands across the US that accept Spa & Wellness BLACK include: Waldorf Astoria, Four Seasons, Rosewood Hotels, The Peninsula, The Trump Soho, Jurlique Soho, Hyatt, Hilton, Marriott, L’Institut Sothy’s and Fresh (LVMH).
In addition to Spa & Wellness BLACK, if you want instant gratification on www.spaweek.com, you can send an e-gift card to someone’s inbox immediately or at your requested date with a holiday themed background design. If you are looking for a corporate gift idea visit www.spaweek.com to learn about the unlimited uses of the corporate gift that offers something for everyone.
About Spa Week Media Group, Ltd.
Spa Week Media Group, Ltd. is the leading health, beauty and wellness marketing company across North America. Through its website SpaWeek.com, millions of consumers from coast to coast benefit from an abundance of resources necessary to experience a healthier, well-rounded lifestyle, 365 days a year. Spa Week was created and founded by Cheryl Reid, who hails from successful careers within the luxury spa industry and publishing spheres. Since its inception in 2004, Spa Week has continued to revolutionize the industry with the success of its biannual Spring and Fall Events with signature $50 spa services, life-changing promotions and a robust gift card program. For the past eleven years, consumers from all demographics have felt physical and mental relief and gained tools for healthier living by taking advantage of an abundance of spa and wellness treatments at an attainable price. Spa Week continues its dedication of delivering the best in health and wellness year round with its Spa & Wellness Gift Card, the premier spa gift card of choice by consumers. Spa & Wellness BLACK is accepted at over 8,000 spa and wellness locations across North America. In addition, you can also find select denomination cards sold in over 55,000 retail stores nationwide including Target, CVS, Rite Aid, and Sam’s Club and on SpaWeek.com.
Follow us on Facebook at Spa Week, on Twitter @SpaWeek and on Instagram @SpaWeek. Share your Spa and Wellness Memories #SWBLACK
For more information, visit http://www.spaweek.com/ or call Julie Leventhal at (212) 352-8098 Julie@spaweekmedia.com
YogaWorks Expands to Baltimore Studio
YOGAWORKS EXPANDS EAST COAST PRESENCE WITH PURCHASE OF SEVEN AWARD-WINNING STUDIOS IN BALTIMORE
YogaWorks, the rapidly growing leader in yoga practice and fitness, today announced its fourth acquisition of 2015 with the purchase of seven Charm City Yoga studios in Baltimore, Maryland. This deal comes on the heels of YogaWorks’ acquisition of two studios in Boston last month, and seven studios in Northern California earlier this summer. The renowned yoga company’s accelerated growth is due partly to the rapid adoption of yoga across the country, coupled with the demand for consistently high-quality yoga in growing yoga cities like Baltimore. In fact, Forbes Magazine rated Baltimore as the 6th fastest growing yoga market in the United States.
“The award-winning Charm City Yoga studios are an amazing addition to our family because they, like YogaWorks, feature terrific teachers committed to building a local community where students can experience the physical and mental benefits only yoga can provide,” said Phil Swain, Chief Executive Officer, YogaWorks. “From teens and young adults enjoying more rigorous classes to the restorative and relaxing pace of a gentle class, these Baltimore studios offer a wide variety of classes to meet the varied needs of the local yoga community.”
Kim Manfredi and Chris Blades opened the first Charm City Yoga Studio in 2000 and have dedicated their lives to growing the yoga practice in Baltimore. “I am excited to partner with YogaWorks to grow our yoga community and continue the work we have started with our dedicated teachers and team.” said Ms. Manfredi. “YogaWorks is a well-respected name in the yoga world and we believe that our students, staff and teachers will be able to benefit with additional opportunities and over 25 years of experience that YogaWorks brings.”
To maintain Charm City’s celebrated flow of yoga programming and operations, which has been recognized as “Best of Baltimore” for 15 consecutive years, Manfredi will remain deeply involved as both a teacher and yoga teacher trainer. And, as with all of its acquisitions, YogaWorks will retain the company’s current teachers and staff in order to continue offering students the same great diverse programming, including Vinyasa , Gentle Yoga, Ashtanga, hot yoga, prenatal classes, and the popular community classes, workshops, and yoga teacher training programs. Names of all studios will eventually transition over to YogaWorks as the brand seeks to broaden its presence in this market. Through the end of the year, Charm City Yoga students will receive complimentary access to over 850 online yoga videos through YogaWorks’ online platform, MyYogaWorks.com, an excellent way to practice yoga between classes or further one’s practice while traveling.
Charm City Yoga studios, conveniently located around the Baltimore area, include: Mt Vernon, Fells Point, Federal Hill, Towson, Severna Park, Pikesville and Columbia. With studios in Boston, New York City and, now, Baltimore, YogaWorks is further expanding on the East Coast with its first Washington D.C. studio set to open in early 2016. YogaWorks also has several more studios in construction on the West Coast that will open within the next six months.
About YogaWorks
Founded in Santa Monica, California in 1987, YogaWorks has become the nation’s authority in the yoga space offering world-class teachers at yoga studios, a premier yoga teacher training program, workshops, retreats, and best-in-class online yoga at www.MyYogaWorks.com. YogaWorks’ trademark approach is a mix of safe, compassionate and skillful teaching featuring a diverse array of yoga styles and teachers for all levels of students. In addition to yoga, YogaWorks also offers a variety of fitness classes, including Pilates, BarWorks®, SculptWorks®, and TRX®. Moreover, it features specialty programing, including private yoga, restoratives, pre-natal, Urban Zen® and meditation. It is YogaWorks’ unwavering commitment to excellence – in teaching and practice – that has honed its reputation as the most respected name in yoga. Dedicated to giving back and to inspiring change in others, it is of utmost importance to YogaWorks’ teachers, employees and students to be involved in the local communities where studios operate.
For information about either studio, or to learn more about YogaWorks’ programming, philosophy and locations, go to www.yogaworks.com orcharmcityyoga.com.
BJs Wholesale Club: Fun Sandwich Solutions
Get creative with sandwich ideas and take a break from your “normal” turkey club! Below, I’ve shared a video to provide some fun lunch solutions.
Start your lunch prep (today) whether for yourself or family in a matter of minutes. Of course, all ingredients can be found at your local BJs Wholesale Club.
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