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Sean Avery strips down for Marc Jacobs
by A Glam Slam
posted January 29, 2011 at 2:24am
Sean Avery is no stranger to the world of fashion. The Rangers winger has interned for Vogue magazine, served as a design collaborator for menswear label Commonwealth Utilities and always earns a spot among the best-dressed athletes. He's even admitted th...more
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Top Five Friday: Plantar Fasciitis Rehab
by Byline to Finish Line
posted January 28, 2011 at 1:30pm
Weeks have now passed and my trusty running shoes are gathering dust. Granted, my poor housekeeping skills mean my running shoes accumulate dust even when I’m using them on a regular basis, but the metaphor applies.
The cautious course of treatment for...more
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FIT Project (Phoenix, AZ) Part Two
by Sarah Stanley Inspired
posted January 28, 2011 at 12:42pm
I left off with you drooling over the fresh fruits. Today will have you rushing to go get some fresh veggies.
In case you don’t know what the FIT Project is all about, here is a recap.
The FIT (Fitness Inspired Tour) Project is a national fitness to...more
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FIT Project (Phoenix, AZ) Part One
by Sarah Stanley Inspired
posted January 27, 2011 at 2:02am
Why, looky, looky, I think I spy donuts, ice cream, nachos…wait a minute. NO YOU DON’T! Not this blog! What you DO see is a pair of running shoes, a race bib, some fruits & veggies and a passion for kids.
In case you haven’t heard about the FIT...more
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Celebrating small achievements
by Run Girl Run
posted January 25, 2011 at 10:09pm
Last night for the first time since I started regularly strength training back in December I was able to jump to 10 lb. dumbbells and crank out a ton of bicep curls and rows.
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My arms were sore and shaking in the process, but I left that class ...more
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Jack LaLanne: More than a guy who sold juicers
by Byline to Finish Line
posted January 25, 2011 at 12:45pm
Perhaps the universe has a touch of irony. After all, what are the odds that I happened to catch the episode of the Gilmore Girls in which Sookie and Lorelai have a brief debate on whether Jack LeLanne was dead or alive on the morning an NPR report ...more
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Fitness Metrics Part Two
by Run Girl Run
posted January 24, 2011 at 12:12pm
In Part One of the Fitness Metrics series, we looked at all the different data you can collect about your workouts, including running pace, weight, body fat percentage and more.
Lots of good stuff.
In order to make sense of all that data coming in, you ...more
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Banana Nut Bread Protein Shake
by Pretty Strong
posted January 22, 2011 at 1:52pm
Seriously this was so good. I totally just made it up. (aka I stole a similar recipe and made it my own)
It was rockin'. It tasted like Banana Nut Bread batter. Ok so here's my recipe. You're welcome.
1 serving size of vanilla Muscle Milk
1 Banana
1 ...more
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Low cost ways to mix up your fitness routine
by Run Girl Run
posted January 21, 2011 at 1:21pm
Winter can really put a damper on even the best workout efforts, especially if you live in a cold area.
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The chilly temperatures and the short days just make you want to curl up on your sofa with a mug of hot chocolate and a good book. And while...more
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The sweet life of Natalie Coughlin [podcast]
by Pretty Tough
posted January 20, 2011 at 1:30am
I had the pleasure of speaking with world-renowned gold medalist Natalie Coughlin a couple days ago. Natalie is an amazing swimmer - the most decorated female athlete of both the 2008 Beijing and 2004 Athens Games – who is looking to add to her me...more
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Fitness Metrics Part One
by Run Girl Run
posted January 18, 2011 at 12:16pm
In my day job, one of the things I do on a monthly basis is track metrics on our organization's blog and social media profiles. Each month I crunch and analyze the numbers and use the feedback to help guide the future of the programs and make decisions go...more
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The hunger monster is back
by Run Girl Run
posted January 13, 2011 at 3:57pm
It never ceases to amaze me how just two weeks of moderate training sends my hunger into overdrive. Lately I have been a hungry, hungry hippo.
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Case in point. My supervisor brought brownies to the office on Tuesday as a treat. We broke them out...more
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Squash Food Cues & Lose Weight
by Performance Nutrition
posted January 13, 2011 at 3:25pm
Losing weight and keeping it off for good has a lot more to do with your head then your stomach. Your brain sends out satiety cues and it also stops you from grabbing a second piece of cake when you are already stuffed. Paying attention to what the unemot...more
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The secrets of a six-pack
by My so-called FABULOUS life: Brianna Glenn
posted January 12, 2011 at 4:53pm
I use 24 hour fitness facilities quite frequently when I'm not training at the Olympic Training Center. I always try to go incognito--meaning not head to toe spandex and definitely no midriff bearing tops. People stare. And then they ask questions. Man...more
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On the Mend
by Run Girl Run
posted January 11, 2011 at 1:23pm
I cried the entire time I was running my five miles yesterday, but not because my knee was bothering me. It was just so cold and windy that my eyes wouldn't stop watering.
Despite the biting wind and my tears freezing to my cheeks, my five miles went qu...more
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Refocusing: Setting new goals for Disney
by Byline to Finish Line
posted January 4, 2011 at 11:25am
My injuries have always come with interesting stories. Two years ago, it was a concussion after whacking my head against a soap dish in the shower. This past April,it was strained ligaments in my foot after an awkward jump into the Offats Bayou causing my...more
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iPod App Review: Food Network Nighttime
by Balanced Health and Nutrition
posted January 2, 2011 at 2:37pm
This app puts The Food Network at your fingertips! Now, night time shows like ‘Throwdown with Bobby Flay’ recipes and clips are compiled for your viewing and cooking needs. The app has a recipe function which is set up like the website, including su...more
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Equinox Gyms recruit fashion photog for new ad campaign
by A Glam Slam
posted December 28, 2010 at 1:53pm
Equinox's 51 gyms are gearing up for 2011 with a racy new ad campaign. The luxury fitness center has tapped into fashion photographer, Terry Richardson, for their outdoor digital and print ads. Richardson is well known in the fashion world for his risque,...more
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