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Sketchers To Pay Out $40 Million Settlement For Sketchy Toning Shoe Claims
Customers might eat up Sketchers‘ claims that their Shape-Up toning shoes can make you fit without working out, but the Federal Trade Commission isn’t amused; in fact they’re fining the company to the tune of $40 million for making false claims–to be paid out to customers in the form of refunds for their shoes. More »
Biking Hurts Our Vaginas–And Our Sex Life; Study Proves We’re Not Just Wimps.
To all of you out there who think women just need to toughen up on the bike, there is now research that explains exactly what we’ve been trying to tell you all these years–biking hurts our vagina. And, not only that, it can hurt our sex life, too. More »
7 Must-Have Apps For Bike To Work Week
Whether you’re thinking about biking to work for weight loss, to save money, or because you just can’t help but covet tricked-out cycling equipment, making the switch to two wheels isn’t as painful as you think. And with the assistance of one (or three, or five) of these awesome apps, it’s even easier. Who knew technology could be so helpful for a healthier commute? More »
Morning Links: Why Every Athlete Should Do Yoga (Yes, That Includes Dudes)
• Why every athlete—men included—should do yoga. (MindBodyGreen)
• Stylish, sporty swimsuits that you can actually get active in. (FitSugar)
• High hopes for Mindy Kaling’s new show. (Huffpost Women)
• Lena Dunham threw herself a birthday party at SoulCycle. (TheFrisky)
• How to buy houseplants…that you won’t kill. (Cup of Jo)
• Your illustrated guide to the perfect, knee-friendly lunge. (HuffPost Healthy Living)
• 9 tips for going gluten-free without breaking the bank. (The Frisky)
Rad Bike Accessories That Almost Make Me Wish I Had A Commute
Happy national bicycle month, ladies! I clicked around, asked around and gathered together some of the most awesome, adorable, brilliant, silly, classy and practical new bike accessories. These should get you psyched to bike this spring, whether you’re heading to the office, the beach, a dinner party or a date. More »
That Girl: Meet Busy (And Balanced!) Yoga Mom, Leslie Jaffray
This week on That Girl, we are celebrating Leslie Jaffray, a devoted yogi from Canada who strives to maintain a balance between physical health and her busy days as a mom and a corporate professional. Yoga helps bring that balance into her life. She greets each day with sun salutations, and it’s something that reminds her to take care of her body and mind, she says. “Allowing myself the time to do something for me and not feeling guilty about it should be a goal for every busy mom.” Read more about Leslie’s story and inspiration:
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Morning Links: Why Crunches Won’t Give You Flat Abs
• 20 best eco-friendly protein sources. (Organic Authority)
• The plank is the new crunch–because crunches don’t really work. (Well+Good NYC)
• Beyond pink slime: The grossest ingredients in processed foods. (HuffPost Healthy Living)
• 15 low-carb snacks to keep your energy up, sans bread. (FitSugar)
• Josie Maran on conquering pregnancy cravings. (The Chalkboard)
8 Ways To Make Your Vagina Love Biking
Did you know that May is National Bike Month and this is Bike to Work Week? That may sound like a great idea, you say, if only my lady parts would agree, right? Because, let’s face it, biking is not always kind to our vagina and our butt. In fact, sometimes it’s downright painful. Painful enough to make swear we will never hop on again. But before you ditch your wheels, we’ve pulled together some suggestions to make biking more comfortable. Who knows, maybe they will even help your vagina to love the sport enough that you’ll commute to work on two wheels this week and every week! More »
That Girl: Meet Rachel Redlands, A Weight-Lifting Inspiration For All Moms
In honor of Mother’s Day coming up, this week on That Girl we are celebrating Rachel Redlands, the owner of Fit Mom’s Blog, an inspiring blog that encourages other moms to get healthy, get fit and maybe just kick some ass along the way! Take a look at Rachel, who is a 40-year-old mother of two and doing some pretty amazing things with her body: More »
If You Don’t Think Yoga Can Transform Your Body, Watch This Video
Say what you will about yoga and all the controversy brewing amongst downward doggers around the world, but no matter which side of the mat you are on, no one can honestly deny that yoga has the power to transform lives.
Case in point: Arthur Boorman. Arthur was a disabled veteran of the Gulf War for 15 years, and was told by his doctors that he would never be able to walk on his own. More »
If You Haven’t Seen Schmidt (Max Greenfield) Spin, You Need To Watch This Video
If you haven’t seen Max Greenfield—aka “Schmidt” from Zooey Deschanel‘s New Girl—spin, you need to watch his workout video. And then, if you live anywhere in the vicinity of Los Angeles (and have an hour and $100 to spare), you need to sign up to ride with him at SoulCycle in West Hollywood. More »
Make The Most of Your Run With Meditation
Sure, your sneakers are perfectly broken in, and you haven’t missed a long run yet, but sitting on a zafu cushion may be the missing stop in your journey towards 26.2 miles (or 3.1 or 6.2 miles), says Sakyong Mipham. More »
Smoke Pot, Do Yoga: This Could Totally Be Your Path To Enlightenment
When most yoga teachers tell us to inhale deeply and then exhale and “let it all out”, we don’t think they are instructing us to do so with pot. But if you ask Liz McDonald, owner of Brazilian Yoga and Pilates in Los Angeles, getting high before yoga class is like, totally, the hippest way to go deep and get in touch with your body. More »
Little Big Weights: Lifting Light Weights Isn’t A Total Waste Of Time, Says Research
Most of today’s top trainers will tell you that lifting light weights to slim down isn’t a grand plan, despite fears of “bulking up” from heavy lifting. But a new study says that, on the flip side, adults who are intimidated by heavy weights shouldn’t despair: Lifting little weights can still produce big results in muscle mass. This is particularly good news for older adults who risk injury or joint pain from lifting heavy weights, but need the exercise to maintain muscle mass. For the rest of us? Trainers aren’t so sure this is grounds to give yourself a break at the gym. More »
That Girl: Meet 48-Time Ironman Finisher, Susan Haag
Doing an Ironman is one thing, but doing 48 of them is impressive beyond words. The grueling 2.4-mile swim, 112-mile bike and 26.2-mile run is anything but easy. But if you ask Susan Haag, who just crossed the finish line of her 48th ironman distance race, it’s pure joy. In fact, the accomplished triathlete says she likes the way all of this makes her feel–especially afterwards. “I like knowing that God gifted me with my body and my mind. I feel free while I swim, bike and run all around this beautiful outdoor world, knowing that I CAN DO IT.” Read on for more amazing inspiration from Susan: More »
Sage Rountree Explains Why All Runners Should Be Doing Yoga
Author, trainer, and Runner’s World contributor Sage Rountree has been using yoga to help athletes better their performance for years. But after getting onto what she calls “a running kick” recently (a “kick” which, by the way, entails 40-mile ultramarathons), Roundtree has turned her attention from football players, Olympians, and soccer stars to runners, from the purely-recreational to marathon-and-beyond variety. And she says, regardless of your distance, if you run and want to improve your speed, form, and overall performance, it’s time to invest in some asanas. More »
Sad Study: Women Hate Outdoor Exercise Because They’re Ashamed Of Their Bodies
Some studies annoy me, some delight, and most often, they make me roll my eyes a little. But a new one from a UK mental health charity ‘Mind’ just makes me really sad: According to their survey, nine out of 10 women over 30 won’t exercise outside because they’re ashamed of their bodies. And the worst part? The majority of them also felt that, if they showed up to a group exercise class, other women would be unwelcoming and exclusive. To which we say: Boo. More »
Trail Running, Treadmill Running, Road Running: Does It Matter?
Depending on where in the country you live, summer is either just around the corner…or it’s already in your driveway, parked, and standing on your doorstep. Wherever you are, when the sun comes out, you can rest assured that you’ll be in good company as you lace up your shoes, bid adieu to the treadmill for a while, and take your workout onto city streets or woodsy trails. But aside from some new scenery, does making the seasonal switch from… More »
So, It Turns Out Brazil Can Make Worse Gym Ads Than Equinox
Between ad campaigns shot by Terry Richardson and their “sexy” yoga video that pissed off yogis the world over, we thought Equinox had a monopoly on tacky, sexist gym ads. But it appears that Brazil’s Vila Olimpica has broken into the market, one weird, sexist, creepy ad at a time. Well played, Brazil. Well played. More »
