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Morris County Fitness Expert Carey Yang Encourages Parents as Role Models to Fight America's Obesity Epidemic
New Jersey Fitness Expert and certified personal trainer Carey Yang urges parents and family participation to fight increasing adult and childhood obesity rates. - August 25, 2010 - Carey for Fitness Personal Training
FFC’s 12-Week Ultimate Fitness & Nutrition Program Enters Its 16th Year
The 12-Week Ultimate Fitness & Nutrition Program enters its 16th year, beginning Monday, September 13 at all FFC locations. - August 24, 2010 - Fitness Formula Clubs
Join Members of San Diego Roller Derby for a "Roller Rally" in Support of Skateworld, the Last Remaining Roller Rink in the City of San Diego
San Diegans continue to rally to save the city’s last remaining roller rink. - August 24, 2010 - San Diego Roller Derby
RoseannaLeaton.com Announces New Website Up and Running
RoseannaLeaton.com Announces Launch of New Website With Easier Navigation and Dual-Currency Payment Option - August 24, 2010 - RoseannaLeaton.com
Nutricap Labs President Recognized by Long Island Business News as One of the Area’s Top Business Professionals
President of leading vitamin and supplement manufacturer named to Long Island Business News’ Fifty or so Around 50 Class of 2010 for his leadership, business acumen and philanthropic efforts. - August 23, 2010 - Nutricap Labs
Team Fitness America Orange County Personal Trainer Of The Month Awarded
Blaire Camarda, who is also in line for Team Fitness America Personal Trainer Of The Year, is awarded as the top August Team Fitness America personal trainer out of Orange County. Camarda was chosen from fitness specialists throughout the country. - August 23, 2010 - Team Fitness America
Tai Chi Proven Effective for Fibromyalgia
The ancient healing art of Tai Chi is verified in a New York Times article "Tai Chi Reported to Ease Fibromyalgia," August 19, 2010. The findings of a study at Tufts Medical Center were published in the New England Journal of Medicine. The 12-week study, designed by Ramel Rones, concluded that regular Tai Chi practice can help patients with Fibromyalgia, a chronic pain condition which causes fatigue, insomnia, and depression, and impairs function. Tai Chi can help with many other health issues. - August 21, 2010 - YMAA Publication Center
Plastic Surgeon Dr. Samuel Lam Launches Hair Transplant Forum
Dr. Samuel Lam, a Texas based plastic surgeon specializing in hair transplants, launches forum related to hair loss, hair restoration and hair transplantation. - August 20, 2010 - Lam Institute for Hair Restoration
Overland Park Chiropractor Explains How Heavy Backpacks Can Cause Long Term Back Problems for Children
With the rising cases of adult back pain worldwide it's no surprise that young children can experience back pain as well. Overloaded backpacks can cause back problems for children as young as elementary school age. Dr. Kivisto explains the problem and what parents can do to prevent it from happening. - August 20, 2010 - Kansas City Recording Studio
Costa Rica’s Guanacaste Country Club, Featuring Jack Nicklaus Signature Golf Course, Offering Homes with 100% Financing
With beautiful mountain and volcano views, Guanacaste Country Club's unique setting is nothing less than breathtaking. And now a lot or home in this fully secured and gated country club complete with Jack Nicklaus Signature Golf Course is available to investors for as little as $0 down and with... - August 19, 2010 - Virtus 1 Costa Rica Real Estate
Spinning® Certification and Continuing Education Courses at Bristol Total Fitness September 2010
Total Fitness offers Spinning® Instructor certification and Spinning® continuing education courses September 11 & 12, 2010. These courses are open to the public and will be held at their Bristol, RI location Bristol Total Fitness. - August 19, 2010 - Total Fitness Clubs
Direct Health Store Launches as a Resource for Those Needing Credible Health Advice & Supplements
Direct Health Store is a resource website and online store founded by Paul Shepherd that was launched to provide reliable advice about nutrition, exercise and methods of treatment for common diseases and ailments. - August 19, 2010 - Direct Health Store
ThermaPod Remains 100% BPA Free
ThermaPod, a division of Axiom Group Inc of Aurora, Ontario wants to ensure to its customers that all of their products always have been 100% BPA free. This comes in light of recent survey results from Statistics Canada that show 91% of Canadians have traces of the harmful chemical is their systems. - August 18, 2010 - ThermaPod
Global Health Trax Debuts New Liquid Fiber Dietary Supplements for Improved Digestive Health
Clarifiber™ and Yummy Fiber™ Join the Ranks of ThreeLac as the Newest Supplements in the Company’s Leading Digestive Health Product Lineup - August 17, 2010 - Global Health Trax, Inc.
Nordic Walking Classes Hosted by Pete Edwards of www.SkiWalking.com and the American Nordic Walking System Return to Grand Traverse County’s Annual Employee Wellness Expo
Pete Edwards, the owner/founder of www.SkiWalking.com and the American Nordic Walking System, has introduced Nordic Walking to thousands of Americans. He has also been coaching runners and skiers of all ages and fitness levels for over 25 years. He has skied in 50K marathons and won 26.2 mile running marathons. Edwards especially enjoys hosting free Nordic Walking clinics for MS, Parkinson’s, Cardiac Rehabilitation and Diabetes support groups, plus Wounded Warrior Programs. - August 17, 2010 - American Nordic Walking System SkiWalking.com
Plus Size Beauty Queen Becomes Spokesperson for Binge Eating Disorder Association
Plus Size Beauty Queen, Chenese Lewis Joins BEDA’s Mission to Promote Positive Body Image and Awareness of Binge Eating Disorder - August 15, 2010 - Chenese Lewis Productions LLC
Kung Fu Master Brings Healing Qi Gong to Los Angeles
West Coast Wing Chun announces the arrival of Grandmaster Samuel Kwok, founder of the Samuel Kwok Wing Chun Martial Art Association based in the UK, to the greater Los Angeles area. - August 15, 2010 - West Coast Wing Chun
Over 1,000 Yoga Studios Offering One Week Free Yoga During National Yoga Month September
During National Yoga Month September, millions will come together to celebrate yoga and it's many health benefits. Free Yoga Classes and One Week Free Yoga will be offered by over 1,000 yoga studios nationwide. Festivities will take place across the U.S., with hundreds of studios, teachers, individuals and organizers taking part in their own hometowns. - August 14, 2010 - Yoga Health Foundation
Healthy Appetites to Support Healthy Lifestyles in At-Risk Youth
On Saturday, September 25, supporters, volunteers and guests will “Reach for the Stars!” to help fund MIKE Program’s work with vulnerable youth. Now in its sixth year, the annual benefit dinner attracts healthy appetites and contributions with a gourmet dinner and fine wines as Roy Jay, local community builder and MIKE Program Advisory Board member, conducts a fun-filled live auction on stage. - August 13, 2010 - MIKE Program
Forecast Insight: HIV – Increasing Dominance of Fixed Dose Combinations Raises Bar for Single Agents by Datamonitor Now Available at ReportsandReports
In 2009, HIV antiretroviral sales across the seven major markets totaled $11.8 billion, growing at a CAGR of 10.8% between 2005 and 2009. - August 13, 2010 - ReportsandReports
Mango Madness Skin Care Products Now 100% Paraben Free
The Mango Madness Skin Care Product line of anti aging wrinkle creams, moisturizers and exfoliators is now free of any parabens. - August 09, 2010 - Mango Madness Skin Care
First of Its Kind Culinary Club Opens in Putnam and Westchester
For the growing number of people who watch cooking shows and enjoy learning new dishes from exciting local chefs, there is a first of its kind culinary club in Putnam and Westchester Counties in New York. The club partners with chefs to offer hands on cooking classes and cooking demonstrations in local restaurants offering private event invitations to its members. - August 07, 2010 - Culinary Collaboration
Allergy Relief: Allergy Experts at Maximized Health Wellness Center Bring New Hope to Allergy Sufferers
A new form of therapy called the BAX Aura is offering allergy and asthma sufferers new hope that life without symptoms and medications is possible. - August 06, 2010 - Maximized Health
Palm Beach County School Kids Scramble for Back to School Physicals & Shots at MD Now Urgent Care
No Shots, No School, No Kidding! The Back-to-School rush has begun as MD Now Urgent Care Centers discount their School & Sport Physical Exams and mandatory Immunizations for school children this 2010/2011 School Season. - August 05, 2010 - MD Now Urgent Care
The Dragon Institute Chosen Best Martial Arts in Orange County
The Dragon Institute, a Kung Fu school in Dana Point, was recently chosen "Best Martial Arts in Orange County" taking the #1 spot on the MyFoxLA Best of the OC Hotlist. The institute received an overwhelming number of votes and recommendations from the Orange County community to take the... - August 05, 2010 - The Dragon Institute
Gay and Lesbian Buying Power is Fast Approaching $800 Billion
This report includes an assessment of strategic trends shaping the gay and lesbian market and identifies opportunities available to marketers interested in reaching out to gay and lesbian consumers. - August 05, 2010 - MarketResearch.com
ON’s New Essential Amino Energy Pumps Out BCAAs, Arginine, Beta-Alanine & Natural Energizers Anytime
Whenever active individuals want a boost of mental focus, physical energy and muscle-building support, Essential Amino Energy is ready to deliver – in any strength desired. - August 05, 2010 - Optimum Nutrition
New Physician at Monmouth Pain and Rehabilitation Center Helps Patients Avoid Surgery in Red Bank, NJ
Monmouth County office ushers in a new form of rehabilitation and pain management—a conservative, multi-disciplinary approach to back pain, neck pain, sciatica, disc problems, and more. - August 04, 2010 - Monmouth Pain and Rehabilitation Center
Curves of Pinellas Park South Celebrates a Birthday
Local women's fitness club reaches their 4th Anniversary in Pinellas Park. - August 04, 2010 - Curves of Pinellas Park South
Opti3 Omega-3 Vegan EPA & DHA Supplement Goes Global
After a successful launch in the UK, this new leading Vegan Opti3 Omega-3 food supplement brand is fast moving into new markets and seeks wider distribution partners. - August 03, 2010 - Opti3 Omega
Opening of X Core Fitness 30 Minute Boot Camp on Monday, August 16th
X Core Fitness will be opening up a new location for the new X Core Fitness 30 Minute Boot Camp in Worcester, MA. - August 03, 2010 - X Core Fitness
New Jersey Fitness Expert Carey Yang Featured in Suburban Trends
New Jersey Fitness Expert Carey Yang was interviewed and featured in Suburban Trends on the health and exercise benefits of gardening. - August 03, 2010 - Carey for Fitness Personal Training
ML Athletics and Lynnfield Boot Camp Join Forces and Launches New Location in North Shore at North Shore Martial Arts in Melrose MA
ML Athletics and Lynnfield Boot Camp will be launching a new location in the North Shore area on Monday, September 13th at North Shore Martial Arts in Melrose Ma. The program helps busy people get into the best shape of their lives with Synergy 60 Boot Camp Workouts. - August 01, 2010 - ML Athletics
ON Introduces Flavor Options for the First Fully Instantized BCAA Powder
Now hard-training athletes, weekend warriors and active people everywhere can chose between two new fruit flavors of ON’s Instantized BCAA 5000 Powder and the original ‘stackable’ unflavored variety. - July 31, 2010 - Optimum Nutrition
Florence Community Healthcare in Florence Arizona, a Full-Service Hospital, Opens Its Doors to the Public, July 23, 2010
With the economy still struggling and jobs scarce in many sectors, one rural community in Florence Arizona is celebrating the opening of a new full-service hospital. Not only will it bring much needed medical care and specialties to the region, it will add over $10 million annually in "collateral benefit." FCHC has already created over 100 new jobs and will add over 100 more in the next year. - July 29, 2010 - Florence Community Healthcare
Addictions Treatment Giveaway: Win a Free 45 Day Stay at Top of the World Ranch Recovery Centre
Win an all expenses paid addiction treatment stay, including inpatient program, accommodations and meals in a safe and serene setting at Top of the World Ranch Recovery. The only out of pocket expense to the winning candidate will be transportation to and from the Ranch. - July 29, 2010 - Top of the World Ranch Treatment Centre
Mother of Two Wins a Free Pebble Low Vision Magnifier Just in Time to Read Bedtime Stories
Within the first month of announcing the release of the Pebble Portable 4.3, Enhanced Vision also announces an “enter to win,” Pebble 4.3 monthly drawing. The features presented by the Pebble 4.3 delivers daily life enhancing vision assistance within the palm of your hand. Providing up to 10x magnification, viewable on a 4.3” high resolution LCD, offering freeze frame viewing, and 28 video viewing modes, this lightweight portable low vision magnifier is perfect for everyday use. - July 29, 2010 - Enhanced Vision
Corporate Fitness Challenge Arrives in Silicon Valley
With obesity statics rising Warrior Fitness Training and Warrior Mind Coaching have teamed up to launch Warrior Fitness Challenge to attack this epidemic head-on. Warrior Fitness Challenge is a 6 week comprehensive health and fitness challenge for corporations, business, communities and groups of... - July 29, 2010 - Warrior Mind Coach
ON Nominated for 13 Bodybuilding.com Supplement of the Year Honors
The voting is open until August 15, 2010 for Bodybuilding.com’s annual Supplement Awards. Search the site for ‘supplementawardpage’ to weigh in with an opinion. - July 29, 2010 - Optimum Nutrition
Renton’s Hocevar Performance Gym Hosting Charity Event to Raise School Supplies for Kids
Renton fitness expert and owner of Hocevar Performance, Luka Hocevar, is hosting a charity event to raise school supplies for children in the community. - July 29, 2010 - Hocevar Performance
Flexfit Announces Creation of Signature Hat Line with Mauli Ola Foundation to Raise Awareness for Genetic Diseases
Flexfit is donating their headwear to be custom designed by famous pro-surfers, to raise awareness for Mauli Ola Foundation’s work with Cystic Fibrosis and other genetic diseases. - July 28, 2010 - Flexfit
NuU Unlimited Support the Skyline Soiree Benefit, American Cancer Society
Skyline Soiree, a benefit for the American Cancer Society 2010, was a huge success from volunteers and donors who participated in the June 2010 event. The American Cancer Society is the largest community-based health agency internationally. The Skyline Soiree took place at Millenium Park last month. - July 28, 2010 - NuU Unlimited
46 Columbus Residents Enter Yun Fitness Boot Camps’ Transformation Contest
Forty-six Columbus residents have decided to transform their bodies, reach their fitness goals, and look better naked. - July 28, 2010 - Yun Strength & Fitness Systems LLC
Yun Fitness Boot Camp Participant Loses Inches from Waist and Hips in Just 2 Weeks
Jaimee Shaw of Westerville says she has lost an inch from her waist and an inch from her hips after just two weeks of participating in Yun Fitness Boot Camps. - July 26, 2010 - Yun Strength & Fitness Systems LLC
Team Fitness America Launches Fitness Center Management Division in Philadelphia
World Gym Philadelphia and their personal training department is the first health club to be officially announced under Team Fitness America division of Fitness Center Management. - July 26, 2010 - Team Fitness America
Hypnosis Mind Power Launch New Website
Hypnosis Mind Power have launched their new website to continue challenging the self hypnosis cd market. The site has been designed for the user to increase their experience. - July 24, 2010 - Hypnosis Mind Power
Got Skin in the Game? Skin Care for Athletes Relaunches the Tri-Facial Serum.
Newly reformulated Tri-Facial Serum now has UVA/UVB protection. - July 23, 2010 - Morning Indigo, LLC
National Program Assesses Safety and Hygiene Standards in Spas
Leading Spas of Canada (LSC) has introduced the Quality Assurance Program to provide consistent standards for safety, hygiene and business standards for the Canadian spa industry, offering reassurance and uncompromising quality for spa guests. This extensive program was developed by Leading Spas... - July 23, 2010 - Leading Spas of Canada
ON Has 4 Athletes Competing in 2010 Europa Battle of Champions
Watch for online updates of the 2010 Europa Battle of Champions next Monday afternoon in the Breaking News section of www.OptimumNutrition.com. - July 23, 2010 - Optimum Nutrition
European Algae Oil Omega-3 Access Increases with Source-Omega’s Products and Services
Source-Omega's Pure One™ brand moves towards private label offering and licensing in a growing market with green economic outlook. Estimated at $400M, the total European omega-3 market is now doubling every 10 years. - July 22, 2010 - Source-Omega