admin on August 16 2010
Quote of the week:
“To Keep the body in good health is a duty….
Otherwise, we shall not be able to keep our minds strong and clear” Buddha
Health Tip:
Try some brain boosters to keep your memory sharp. Writing with your non-dominant hand, crossword puzzles or word searches, learning a foreign language, or how to play an instrument can all add to brain agility and functioning!
admin on August 13 2010
The economy is still bad and many people are getting rid of their high-priced gym membership. Here are free or low cost alternatives to exercise.
WHO: Chelsea Piers
INFORMATION: The sports center is offering potential members who join in August $100 initiation fee with the month of September free. Check out www.info.chelseapiers.com
You may not want to think about the cold weather or cold weather sports or since it has been hot and humid, here is another ongoing activity at Chelsea Piers.
WHAT: Ice Skating Lessons
INFORMATION: Whether you are looking for a new way to shape up or just want to cool off this summer, Sky Rink is offering private or semi-private lessons for recreational and competitive skaters, kids or adults. To arrange a lesson with an instuctor, call 212-336-6100 or check out chelseapiers.com
WHAT: Brooklyn Bridge Boot Camp
INFORMATION: Call 646-354-0039 for more information
COST: $15 for first timers. This boot camp workout prides itself on being NYC’s toughest and promises to change your body in five sessions. Classes take place mornings, evenings, and weekends. Sign up at brroklynbridgebootcamp.com
WHAT: Lucille Roberts Guest Pass
Not quite ready to commit to a gym? Download a free guest pass to all-women’s fitness mainstay, Lucille Roberts. The pass entitles you to one day of fitness at a location of your choice. Must be 18 years of age or older.
Download pass at lucilleroberts.com
WHAT: Boogie-Woogie Weight Loss
WHERE: Rufus King Park, Queens, near the Gazebo
TIME: 11:30 AM-12:30 PM
INFORMATION: Upbeat cardio class focused on cardio burning
WHAT: Boating at Brooklyn Bridge Park
WHERE: Pier 1, between Old Fulton and Furman Streets
TIME: 11 AM-3 PM
INFORMATION: Get out in the water for kayaking with the Gowanus Dredgers and the Village Community Boathouse at the newly opened Pier 1. Children younger than 18 must have an adult guardian present.
WHAT: Pure Pole: Shockra
WHERE: 114 East 28th Street #2A
CONTACT: 212-696-4964
TIME: 12:30-1:30 pm
COST: $35 per class
INFORMATION: Cap off the weekend with an empowering pole-dancing workout geared toward beginners in an un-intimidating atmosphere. Register at shockrastudio.com
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admin on August 13 2010
Veria is a global holistic health, wellness, and lifestyle website and one of the oldest holistic health sites. I am participating in Veria’s online photography contest and my readers have an increased chance of winning $50, see below for the promo code. Here is the information:
Veria.com ‘Picture of Health’ Photo Contest
(Hit us with your best shot.)
Snap & send any photo that shows what it means to you to live naturally. 50 pix win 50 bucks! Contest ends on August 20th so hurry up and start snapping away!
Enter to win!
p.s. you’re a regular at Be Healthy, Well & Inspired, so increase
your chance to win by entering the code BEHEALTHY in the promo field
when you submit your photo!
GOOD LUCK!!!
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admin on August 12 2010
I wanted to let my readers know about a chance to win $500 Spa Finder Gift Certificate from Veria’s Ultimate Unwind Contest.
Contest information: Write how you relax and unwind at the end of the day. If picked by Veria, you win $500 Spa Finder Gift Certificate. How easy is that? Contest ends on August 27 so go ahead and submit your entry here.
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admin on August 11 2010
In this podcast, Leonard Lopate interviews Dr. Susi Vassallo from NYU Langone Medical Center. Dr. Vassallo explains heat stroke and how dangerous it is for the elderly.
admin on August 11 2010
I just wanted to update my readers about what has been going on in my life. I decided I wanted my readers to get to know me better. It was hard to get to know me with some of my blog posts lately. Besides being busy with work, I attended BlogHer last Friday and Saturday. If you missed my BlogHer post, you can read it here.
I also finally bought a DSLR last week. So, I have been getting to know my camera and taking pictures and learning about the settings. I met some nice ladies from Nikon at BlogHer who gave me some valuable tips.
In the past month, I am documenting my food intake in My Fitness Pal and I am becoming aware of my eating habits. I have been having a hard time losing weight for the past two years and realized it is my food intake! Even though I exercise three times a week, the calories lost in the workout is gained from the calories in the foods I eat. Basically, I am maintaining an equilibrium for my body. Hence, why I can’t reduce my weight.
I joined Reach for Wellness program at work to track my exercise. I have been exercising at least three times a week. I would like to increase my workouts but between working, blogging, seeing friends, spending time with Eddie, and my hobbies, it is hard to find some extra time. For the past month, I have been researching new workout routines and exercises like spinning, pilates, zumba, and pole dancing. Yes, there is a pole dancing workout in NYC and would be interesting to take .
I am following Ellie Krieger’s book Small Changes, Big Results. It’s a twelve week healthy eating, weight reduction program. Although, I don’ follow it to a tee, I have been able to make some changes in my grocery shopping habits and being aware of what I am eating. Ellie also has some recipes in the book that I have tried and her recipes do not disappoint. Even though her recipes are nutritious, they are also actually very good. Healthy eating does not mean bland food like I used to think.
My journey to good health has taken a lot of my time. I am cooking more, researching new recipes, and reading new cookbooks. I have also found new food blogs in the process.
What else is going on with me? My brother and cousin is attending a Stephen Colbert taping tomorrow and I will also join them. That’s pretty exciting since I have never been to a show taping before.
In my professional and personal life, I am also taking some nursing webinars and spiritual teleclasses as well. As I am writing this blog post, I am listening to Sheri Rosenthal interview Catherine Just. And I am reading books, lots of them. I am currently reading Deepak Chopra’s Ageless Body, Timeless Mind. Stay tuned for a book review. This book is amazing.
I also have some new ideas to try for my blog and have a renewed excitement! I learned these blog re- designs from Blog Her. (See, I did learn something, even though I only took one workshop). And I have also decided to review products on my website and host more contests and giveaways. If you would like to advertise on my blog, please feel free to contact me via my form.
So, that is it for me. Thanks for visiting and reading my blog. Write me a comment from time to time. I look forward to getting to know my readers.
{image: Picture of me at BlogHer at Hallmark booth}
admin on August 10 2010
BlogHer 2010 had come and gone. It’s hard to believe. The two day event happened so fast and so much information to take in. I have to say I am was feeling quite lethargic on Sunday, post BlogHer and needed to recuperate from all of the excitement. My head is still swirling.
I had a fun time hanging out with Lori, author of Chic Geek Designs. She is as sweet in person as she is online. And connecting with other bloggers too like Michelle, author of When I Grow Up. We may not have learned much from the workshops, but we did connect with other bloggers who gave us tips, etc. It was great meeting Abby and Mandy from Steals and Deals. In addition, I met people who mentioned other conferences and plenty of opportunities to write for different blogs. We also met many sponsors and after speaking to them, I had many ideas for my blog.
One lady who inspired me the most is Christine Baze from Yellow Umbrella. Christine is a cervical cancer survivor, the first survivor of cervical cancer I ever heard of or met. Cervical cancer is usually diagnosed at the later stage and is quite deadly. Christine is so passionate about spreading the word and helping women understand their bodies. She is a role model and I immediately became passionate in her cause as well. Since I am a nurse and my blog is about health, I will be writing more about cervical cancer awareness.
Besides being a cervical cancer survivor, Christine is a singer and you will be able to hear her singing on her website.
Between the networking and getting cool swag, Lori and I were able to get some pictures taken with the Pillsbury Dough Boy, Wonder Woman, Jimmy Dean Sun, Hamburger Tuna Helper Glove, Marmaduke, Hallmark Christmas photo, My Little Pony, picture with the Statue of Liberty in the background, picture of me winning a tuna package and a black and white picture of me holding a megaphone. And that is not all, Lori and I were interviewed by Pepsico and made a BlogHer greeting with JVC. In addition, we got our foot massage, spoke to two physician authors, and got our cholesterol and BMI measured. So much we did! I can go on but I won’t. Next year, BlogHer 2011 will be in San Diego. If I had this much fun with Lori this year, I know next year it will be a blast with her and Rebecca from Design R.
