The following post is sponsored by FitFluential LLC on behalf of Soldier of Steel David has been trying to get me to the theater to see MAN OF STEEL™ and I have to admit, until last week’s Spartan Race I wasn’t very interested. But now a movie like that takes on new meaning to me. Like I said in my… Read More
At the beginning of 2013, I had a handful of fitness goals. None of which included an adventure or obstacle race. As a Fitfluential Ambassador, I was invited to participate in the Reebok Spartan Race in Tuxedo New York last weekend. At the time, I thought it seemed like a fun challenge. What I didn’t realize is that it would… Read More
I had the pleasure of providing vegan, gluten-free, protein-rich post-workout snacks at Lole’s is free workouts on the Pier at Hudson river Park. These are a perfect treat to keep on hand for before or after exercise this summer. As always, they’re easy to make and are slightly addictive. Ingredients: 3/4 cup raw almonds, chopped 1/2 cup pumpkin seeds, chopped… Read More
At the launch of Nestle’s new electrolyte-enhanced resource water at NYC’sPier 36 last night, I had the opportunity to catch up with international fitness expert and past trainer on NBC’s The Biggest Loser, Brett Hoebel. We grabbed the “quietest” spot we could find to chat about insecurities, his fitness philosophy and of course, abs. Where I Need to Be: You’ve trained… Read More
No, this is not a fitness blog, I promise. But when you’re passionate about fitness, it seems to find its way into many facets of life. Hence, the fitness focus recently. And yes, there will probably be more as I train for a triathlon this summer. More to come on that! I mentioned in a previous post that I’m taking… Read More
Last week my Under Armour clothes and shoes arrived, but I have yet to enjoy anything because I’ve been laid up with a bad cold since after Memorial Day weekend. Even when you eat for energy, illness happens. This week I’m getting real about the injury and illness that have set my goals back since this challenge started. As someone… Read More
Last month I was invited to the Fitness Magazine Meet & Tweet at the Mercedes Club. Admittedly, I’m long overdue writing this post, so I thought I’d post some quick highlights starting with the healthiest food at any blogger event ever to the ridiculous amounts of generous swag and my favorite and most useful speaker take away from the day… Read More
Under Armour’s What’s Beautiful Campaign has me focusing on my goal of eating for energy so of course I have to share what I eat after a workout. What’s beautiful to me? Using food as fuel to power my workouts, reach my physical goals and see results. What’s not so hot? A great workout followed by crappy food or using food… Read More
I spend a lot of time in exercise clothes whether I’m in the gym or my home office so it can’t just be any old spandex. It needs to be stylish, comfortable, wicking, figure-flattering and of course, the brand has to stand for something. These are some of the reasons I love NUX USA. NUX USA stands for inspired living… Read More
