Fit chicks, I apologize, but it’s back to intense yoga certification modules and I won’t be able to post starting Friday for a bit.
So instead of “FCF”, it’s “FCT” for this week. I’ll keep adding to this post as the day/weekend goes along as I can
She is 43. Yes, FORTY-THREE! And granted, she trains like [...]
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Here’s an article I wrote for livestrong
Unless you’ve been detached from society for the last 10 years, you are well aware that yoga is everywhere.
Yoga – Is it time to revisit this ancient practice?
In the athletic world, “yoga” frequently has a negative connotation. It is thought of as “too easy,” “meditative,” and a non-workout [...]
quick fit tip acquired from Dr Oz show:
You can boost your metabolism by ~20% for 3 hours following ingesting fresh GINGER (didn’t say how much but I use about a one inch piece…and here’s another tip from TheFitChick: keep the root plastic- wrapped in your freezer),
and you can increase it by 20-25% by using MUSTARD (the darker, more [...]
* I’m at a yoga workshop all weekend (including today). What are YOU doing for a better you this weekend?
* PT In Motion, pg 14, 10/09 - Being more physically active and adhering to a Mediterranean-type diet are both linked ot reduced risk of Alzheimer disease in a study in the August 12 issue of [...]
…or IN. Pumpkin is incredibly high in antioxidants, fiber and is a fruit/vegetable! (Is it a fruit? Is it a squash? Discuss!) This is the only time of the year when, if you live close to one, you can (maybe! if not sold out) score boxes of Trader Joes’ pumpkin muffin & bread mix or [...]
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The following fruits are IN SEASON & should be PEAKING this month:
nectarines
raspberries
grapes
apples
tomatoes
Entertaining: The easiest display that classes up your place is a display of fruit in a glass bowl. If you have shells and/or have been by the ocean, use shells strewn along the middle of the table or around your bowls. I’ve made an [...]
Sugar seems to be everywhere in food! It’s hidden in there. Some justify the intake because of sugar’s inherently low fat content. [I know several skinny chicks who *snack* (!!) on things like gummy bears & jelly bellies.] But the overt items that we *know* sugar is in (baked goods, breads, all things tasty!) DO have fat [...]
* What activity did you do this week?
Me? Yoga -led & mysore (1st & 2nd series), beach walking, gym (24Hr), paddleboarding…
* Article from the New York Times re: “The Unlikely Yoga King of Los Angeles” READ HERE (** or if that link isn’t working, go HERE )
* I drink wine. To help my back/spine (I’ve got [...]
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Two kids
43 years old
Husband who is…well, okay I’ll stop right there.
May I present Tea Leoni in all her hotness.
(source: x17-online)
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