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The Breast Cancer Site Gives $75,000 to Mayo Clinic
The Breast Cancer Site announced today that it began Breast Cancer Awareness month by giving $75,000 to the Mayo Clinic for research into a cure. For the second year in the row, The Breast Cancer Site Endowed Fund for Breast Cancer Research will underwrite the salary of a researcher at Mayo Clinic... - October 03, 2008 - GreaterGood
National Federation of the Blind of Massachusetts to Protest the Film Blindness
Protest to be held Friday Oct 3 7:00 P.M. AMC Loews Boston Common 175 Tremont Street. - October 02, 2008 - National Federation of the Blind of Massachusetts
Eco Friendly & Fabulously Fit - Whole Health Retreat
Vita Vie Retreat, formerly known as Bella Vita Retreat, takes their highly successful weight loss boot camp to a new level for a week of holistic health, raw food cooking lessons, fitness, weight loss and eco friendly education. Known for being a no-nonsense “get your butt in shape retreat”, Vita Vie Retreat aims to educate people on eco friendly practices, holistic health care and nutrition as well as stress management and complete rejuvenation. - October 02, 2008 - Vita Vie Retreat
BayView Entertainment Readies Two New “Power Body” Fitness and Workout DVDs for October Release, Featuring Russian Kettlebell and Cardio Dance Workouts
In October, BayView Entertainment is releasing two new DVD titles in the PowerBody™ Workout series: Advanced Russian Kettlebell with Phil Ross and Fit to Dance - Cardio Dance Workout with Christi Taylor. Targeting the advanced home exerciser, the PowerBody™ titles are designed to reward maximum effort with maximum results. - October 02, 2008 - BayView Entertainment
Optimum Nutrition Pumps Up Blood Bank
In addition to consistently providing customers with exceptional quality and value, Optimum Nutrition strives to give back to the community in ways that impact many lives for the common good. - October 02, 2008 - Optimum Nutrition
Black Raspberry Softgels: Healthy New Addition to FruitFast’s Top-Selling Supplement Line
FruitFast®, a leader in the fruit supplement industry, is introducing Black Raspberry Softgels - the newest addition to their popular line of healthy value-added products. - October 02, 2008 - Fruit Fast
Launching Cycling with a Yoga Mind Program
Cycling with a Yoga Mind DVD blends the fundamental practice and mindset of yoga together with the fluid and rigorous movement of cycling. This effective approach to fitness elevates the traditional routine and practice to a new level that aligns the mind and body while allowing the body to reach its maximum potential. Designed for indoor training, this realistic program can also be applied to numerous sports. - October 01, 2008 - Yoga Mind Connection
MyBathHouse.com Introduces Lake Elsinore Bath House Dead Sea Bath Salts
Dead Sea Bath Salt uses salt from the legendary Dead Sea and is well-known for its high mineral content, extremely purity and healthy benefits. - October 01, 2008 - MyBathHouse.com
Sugar Myths Debunked at Green Grocer Health Fair Portsmouth, RI
EVOLUTION Bodywork & Nutritionwill be exhibiting at the First Annual Think Local Wellness Fair, presented by The Green Grocer in Portsmouth, RI on October 11th from 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM. - October 01, 2008 - EVOLUTION Pilates & Nutrition
200hr Yoga Teacher Training in Hawaii with Caroline Klebl
Announcing the Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga Teacher Training Retreat at an exquisite seaside resort in Hawaii from March 26th to April 22nd, 2009. Immerse in the Ashtanga Yoga practice in this 200 hour Yoga Certification course with Ashtanga Yoga Instructor, Caroline Klebl. For additional information... - October 01, 2008 - Source of Yoga
Granite Shield – Maguire Flooring in Calgary Canada Joins Granite Shield
Service & quality of the highest standard - September 26, 2008 - Granite Shield
Seniors Are Turning in Their Canes and Walkers for One-Piece Nordic Walking Poles - Finding Improved Balance, Stability and Freedom
Ski Walking and hill bounding with poles are no longer just for world class skiers. Nordic Walking Poles are ideal for all ages and all fitness levels. Obviously hill bounding and running with poles are for the more athletic individuals, but walking with poles radically improves balance and stability - a godsend to seniors and individuals with balance issues too. Nordic Walking Poles are versatile. The benefits are many. Walking with poles burns up to 40% more calories than regular walking. - September 26, 2008 - American Nordic Walking System SkiWalking.com
The Pioneer of Medical Spas, NuU, Now Introduces Naturopathic Medicine to Their Menu of Services
NuU Medspa has earned the reputation of the Medspa Industry Giants of BOTOX® and lasers – now they can add all-natural treatments and services to their already impressive line-up of services. NuU Medical Spa brings Naturopathic Medicine into their centers to help you feel beautiful on... - September 26, 2008 - NuU Unlimited
Gymnastics Stuff Has Published a Sample Size Fitness Book - One Swing Set Workout
Smaller fitness book gives the reader the opportunity to experience Swing Set Fitness at a fraction of the price. - September 26, 2008 - Gymnastics Stuff™
Free Massages for Runners at the Ronald McDonald House Women’s Classic
EVOLUTION Bodywork & Nutrition will be offering free massages to participants in the 1st Annual Providence Ronald McDonald House Women’s Classic 5k Race & Shape Up RI 3k Walk and Wellness Fair on October 5, 2008. - September 26, 2008 - EVOLUTION Pilates & Nutrition
New Fitness Equipment E-Store Launched
MBody Strength, provider of kettlebell training and equipment, has launched a new e-store featuring a variety of strength equipment, clothing, supplements, and more. The owners and trainers at MBody Strength have personally tested and used each item in the past and are only selling items they would... - September 26, 2008 - MBody Strength LLC
"Pilates for Pink" Classes to Benefit the Breast Cancer Research Foundation in Bristol, RI
EVOLUTION Bodywork & Nutrition will be holding Pilates Mat classes at their Bristol, RI Pilates studio -- to support the Breast Cancer Research Foundation & Shape Magazine’s October Breast Cancer Awareness & Fundraising event: “Pilates for Pink.” - September 25, 2008 - EVOLUTION Pilates & Nutrition
Gilad Celebrates His 25 Years of Video Fitness Instruction with Appearance in Box Office Hit Movie ‘Burn After Reading’ and New DVD Releases in November
Gilad, a Fitness Hall of Fame inductee and the inventor of modern video fitness instruction and inspiration to millions of viewers each year, makes an appearance in the box office hit film “Burn After Reading” from Oscar-winners The Coen Brothers. Gilad also recently performed in front of the massive Emmy Awards audience doing a fitness presentation. And coming in November are three new-to-DVD releases from Gilad culled from his famed Bodies in Motion program. - September 25, 2008 - BayView Entertainment
ON Makes The Big Time at The 2008 Olympia Weekend
For anyone interested in bodybuilding, fitness and physical self-improvement, this weekend isn’t just any weekend. It’s the Olympia Weekend – the premier Pro Bodybuilding Championship which Optimum Nutrition is proud to sponsor. - September 24, 2008 - Optimum Nutrition
Forget Weight Loss - Low Carb Diets Are Essential to Life
Dr James E. Carlson's new book, Genocide: How Your Doctor's Dietary Ignorance Will Kill You, proves that when doctors promote low fat, low cholesterol diets, millions of Americans suffer often-fatal consequences. - September 23, 2008 - James E Carlson
The Massage Co Featured Free Massages at the Dallas Tours Des Fleurs
In conjunction with its sponsorship of the Tours Des Fleurs, the Massage Co. of Dallas, TX offered complimentary massages at this past weekend's charity event. - September 22, 2008 - The Massage Co
ClubzUp® Keeps Your Golf Club in Sight and Your Golf Club Grips Clean and Dry
Patented product fits on the end of your golf club keeping your golf club up, in view and your golf club grips free of debris, dry and more comfortable. - September 21, 2008 - ClubzUp
Michigan’s Best Kept Secret in Autism Treatment Continues to Expand
The Horizons Developmental Remediation Center in Caledonia, Michigan is proud to announce the addition of a 4th Certified Relationship Development Intervention (RDI) Consultant to their staff. Courtney Kowalczyk has completed twenty months of rigorous training, and was officially certified earlier... - September 20, 2008 - Horizons Developmental Remediation Center
Dozens of Parents, Surrogates and the Children They Carried Meet for a Reunion Party in Boston
Circle Surrogacy, a Boston based leading surrogacy agency serving both gay and straight couples and singles, is celebrating its 13th anniversary and the birth of its 250th baby with a reunion party on September 21. - September 19, 2008 - Circle Surrogacy
Ironman World Champion Normann Stadler to be Guest Speaker at Triathlon Club of San Diego Monthly Meeting Hosted by Coastal Sports and Wellness Medical Center
Normann Stadler, the 2004 and 2006 Ironman Triathlon World Champion will be the featured guest speaker at the Triathlon Club of San Diego’s September meeting this Tuesday, September 23rd. Normann will be interviewed by Bob Babbitt, publisher of Competitor Magazine, and the event will be... - September 19, 2008 - Coastal Sports and Wellness Medical Center
New Source for Vegetarian Vitamin Supplements and Vegan Whole Food Supplements Now Online
The web’s newest source for vegetarian vitamin supplements and vegan whole food supplements was unveiled today by Origin Supplements (www.OriginSupplements.com). Their product line includes antioxidants, essential fatty acids, fiber and multivitamins as well as supplements for protein, bone and joint health and digestion. - September 19, 2008 - Origin Supplements
Two First to Market Devices Featured at Major Medical Shows in Chicago and New York
LaserTight unveils the first non-surgical blepharoplasty device and the only portable CO2 fractionated scanner at the American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery meeting in Chicago, IL and the Medical Aesthetics Conference in New York. - September 19, 2008 - LaserTight, LLC
Disney's Toy Story Mania with Physical Challenges: Riding with Health Issues
Toy Story Mania has just opened this summer to rave reviews, but should everyone ride it? A new article has just been released on www.Diz-Abled.com that goes into detail about the physical feel of the attraction, and describes who should consider avoiding this ride. It also shares tips for riding with greater comfort. The article was written by Stephen Ashley, author of Walt Disney World with Disabilities. - September 18, 2008 - Stephen Ashley
Teen Motivation - With the Formula for Success - A New DVD
A motivational DVD helping teens "get it together" mentally, physically and spiritually. Bill Morris a former Wall Street executive and World Record holder shares his secrets. - September 18, 2008 - success4teens.com
Orange County Chiropractor Reveals Truth About Back Pain, Carpal Tunnel and Car Accident Injuries
Orange County Chiropractor, author and lecturer, Dr. Barry L Marks, DC reveals the truth about the most commonly misunderstood medical problems facing Orange County residents. His revamped website www.DrMarks.com allows visitors to learn about their problem and order Free reports prepared by Dr. - September 18, 2008 - Dr Barry L Marks
Executive Conversation Builds Stronger Employees with Conscious Body Pilates Classes
Executive Conversation is investing in employee wellness with classes at Conscious Body Pilates, a chain of Seattle personal fitness studios. Under the guidance of a certified Pilates instructor, and using specialized Pilates equipment, Executive Conversation employees are building core strength,... - September 18, 2008 - Conscious Body Pilates
Attention Orange County, CA Back Pain Sufferers: New Spinal Decompression Blog Answers Many of Your Questions
For the thousands of Orange County, California back pain sufferers afflicted with disc herniation, bulging disc, slipped disc, stenosis, and failed back surgery, DRX9000 Spinal Decompression has been a God send. Founder of OC’s first dedicated DRX9000 Spinal Decompression center, noted author, lecturer, back pain specialist, Dr. Barry Marks, DC is pleased to offer information regarding back pain & spinal decompression in his new blog www.spinaldecompression.wordpress.com - September 17, 2008 - Dr Barry L Marks
International Yogalayam Launches The Yoga News, a Free Monthly Yoga E-zine
With the publication of its 3rd issue, International Yogalayam announces the official launch of their distinctive new yoga e-zine, The Yoga News. This monthly electronic publication features current yoga-related news stories, yoga articles and special interest pieces, along with commentary on... - September 17, 2008 - International Yogalayam
Frogtown's North Georgia Web Design Launches New Site for Sage Foundations
Frogtown Media Web Design, a North Georgia web design company based in Cumming, Forsyth County, today announced the launch of a new web design for Sage Foundations. ( http://www.SageFoundations.com ) Sage Foundations is dedicated to providing quality resources for those who are on a journey for... - September 16, 2008 - Frogtown Media Web Design
Stop Smoking Now
Smokers are being offered two group sessions with a Licensed Psychologist to kick the habit. Dr. Hart has 28 yrs experience in the US and UK using CBT and hypnosis with addictions. - September 15, 2008 - Barry B. Hart, Ph.D.
"Stand Up Tall" an Osteoporosis Workshop, Bristol, RI Open to the Public
EVOLUTION Bodywork & Nutrition will be hosting “Stand Up Tall” an Osteoporosis Workshop on Saturday, September 27, 2008 from 11 AM – 12:30 PM. This workshop includes information about Osteoporosis causes, risk factors, prevention strategies, management, nutrition and risks to men. - September 15, 2008 - EVOLUTION Pilates & Nutrition
Conference Unveils Vivix™ Cellular Anti-Aging Tonic* Dietary Supplement
Elizabeth Shoudy of HealthyLiving reports on a revolutionary breakthrough in the field of cellular aging. A new natural product called "Vivix" contains ingredients which in laboratory tests have been shown to fight the four key mechanisms of cellular aging. Vivix supports heart & cardiovascular function, brain & joint health, and enhanced immunity..* - September 15, 2008 - Elizabeth Shoudy Enterprises
Bring Your Healing to the Next Level & Awaken to Your Inner Light This October 18 - 19, 2008
Dr. Kelli works with the angelic realms, the ascended masters, and all other beings of light. Her powerful, healing abilities channel celestial light energy directly into your physical being, giving you the opportunity to experience the celestial light for yourself. She uses her Divine connections to the angelic and spiritual realms to channel information for healing and guidance as needed. - September 13, 2008 - The Angel Whisperer
Connecticut MMA and Gracie Jiu Jitsu Student Viciously Attacked at University of Connecticut Storrs by 3 Thugs: Survives Using Basic Self Defense and Will to Fight
Self Defense is a very real concern these days. People like to think that they live in a civilized society where they can enjoy basic rights to life, freedom, and happiness. Violence seems to happen far away. It would be hard to feel comfortable believing violence can occur close to home or to any of one's friends. Royce Gracie Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and Connecticut MMA is here to say that the willingness to fight may very well be the thing that preserves peace. - September 13, 2008 - Jim Hughes & Gracie Brazilian Jiu JItsu Self Defense
Celebrate National Reflexology Week Through the Power of Feet and Hands
National Reflexology is a celebration and acknowledgment of Reflexologist providing reflexology to organizations and families. - September 13, 2008 - Focus On Healing Wellness Institute
New Route to Hair Free Skin - But Are You At Risk of Serious Complications?
In the USA in 2007 nearly 1.5 mil. laser hair removal procedures were carried out. Shockingly a staggering 19.9% of patients undergoing these procedures experience complications. LaserHairRemoval-Info.com was founded in 2005 to provide consumers with little-publicized information on laser hair removal, and is launching a new book aiming to bring the knowledge needed by consumers out from behind the locked doors of the laser clinics and places it firmly in the hands of those that need it. - September 12, 2008 - LaserHairRemoval-Info.com
Water Pik, Inc. Launches New United Kingdom Website
Water Pik, Inc. announced today the launch of a new company website designed specifically for the United Kingdom, www.waterpik.co.uk. The new site features a number of the elements used in Water Pik’s new corporate web site launched last October (www.waterpik.com). The new site also highlights Water Pik’s commitment to health, innovation and sustainability. - September 12, 2008 - Water Pik, Inc.
“Punch & Firm” and “Kick” – Two New Workout DVDs from Lynn Hahn – are Hitting Retail Shelves in October 2008
Favorite fitness instructor Lynn Hahn’s two latest DVDs, “Punch & Firm” and “Kick” – filled with high energy routines designed to give big results – are coming to retailers everywhere on October 21, 2008 via BayView Entertainment. - September 12, 2008 - BayView Entertainment
Take Holiday Flavors to the Gym with 100% Whey Gold Standard™
For a limited time, athletes and other health-conscious consumers can enjoy 100% Whey Gold Standard™ – the #1 selling protein powder – in seasonal apple pie, sugar cookie and eggnog flavors. - September 12, 2008 - Optimum Nutrition
Water Cooler Gossip Goes Green
Smart Water Solutions Offers Environmentally Friendly Bottle-less Water Cooler. - September 10, 2008 - Smart Water Solutions
GreatTrainers.com and Volo Innovations Enter Into a Joint Marketing Agreement
GreatTrainers.com and Volo Innovations enter into a joint marketing agreement. This joint agreement will bring together 2 powerful online tools to help fitness professionals grow their businesses. - September 10, 2008 - Volo Innovations
Center for Chiropractic & Wellness, PLLC Announces Detoxification Boot Camp
Dr. Darcy Ward and Dr. Jennifer Greenfield, managing partners of Center for Chiropractic & Wellness (www.carolinachirowellness.com), a North Raleigh chiropractic center, have announced that the firm will hold a detoxification boot camp. This boot camp is a three-week whole-body purification... - September 10, 2008 - Center for Chiropractic & Wellness, PLLC
Speaking Of Women’s Health Names Afternoon Keynote Speaker
Erika Mangrum, co-chair of Raleigh’s Speaking of Women’s Health Conference (www.swhraleigh.com) and CEO of Aesthetic and Medical Practices, LLC. (www.aestheticmedicalpro.com), has announced that Rhonda Britten, founder of the Fearless Living Institute, the world's premiere life and... - September 10, 2008 - Speaking of Women's Health
10-City Yoga Month Health Festival Tour Arrives in Los Angeles
In conjunction with Yoga Month, the 10-city Yoga Month Health Festival will make a stop in Los Angeles on September 20-21, 2008. Yoga community leaders, yoga enthusiasts, performers, and celebrities will come out to participate in the two-day festival held at Loyola Marymount University. - September 08, 2008 - Yoga Health Foundation
ON’s Coming on Strong at the 2008 NPC Team Universe Show
From professional bodybuilders to people who just want to get into better shape, Optimum Nutrition has superior quality products to help virtually anyone accomplish realistic goals. - September 06, 2008 - Optimum Nutrition