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Indianapolis Fitness Experts Join Forces with New Fitness Facility
Bill Hartman, PT, CSCS, and Mike Robertson, MS, CSCS, are opening their new fitness training facility, Indianapolis Fitness and Sports Training. Get a free 14 day full membership to include a full assessment and 6 free training sessions. - August 05, 2008 - Indianapolis Fitness and Sports Training
The Closure ® Procedure for Varicose Vein Treatment to be Featured on "The Balancing Act" Television Series Airing on Lifetime Television at 7:00am on August 5th 2008
Five Star Entertainment, one of the largest production companies in the country, has selected VNUS® Medical Technologies, Inc. and the Closure ® procedure for varicose vein treatment to be featured on the daily morning talk show, “The Balancing Act”. The “Balancing... - August 04, 2008 - Five Star Productions
Fun Dance Workout DVD Helping American's Lose Weight
DanceX a new fun dance workout DVD from Group One Fitness USA LLC is helping everyone at all fitness levels and age's burn fat, get fit, shed pounds and inches while having a great time dancing to hot new music from around the globe. - August 04, 2008 - Group One Fitness USA LLC
Heather Diodati of Whimsies Personalized Cartoons Launches Zumba avec/with Heather, a Zumba® Fitness Party
Saint-Anicet, new home of Whimsies Personalized Cartoons, is introduced to the Latin-dance inspired phenomenon that is sweeping the world into fitness. - August 02, 2008 - Whimsies Personalized Cartoons
Diabetic Patients Lose Weight Without Even Trying
Participants in herbal supplement clinical trial lose nine pounds without changing eating habits. - August 01, 2008 - SolaRx Health
Beautorium Presents…Saaf Pure Skincare: a Marriage Between Safe Science and Nature
Making its way from England to the U.S. and raising the bar on beauty, Saaf Pure Skincare is the world’s first beauty brand to feature such an extensive list of third-party accreditations, including the UK soil association, naturewatch, vegan, and it’s also halal and kosher certified. - July 31, 2008 - Beautorium
Bally’s Gets Another Way to Enjoy 100% Whey Gold Standard™
Chocolate Coconut brings yet another terrific taste to the sport nutrition industry’s most popular protein powder. It’s one more reason to insist on the quality, consistency and flavor variety available with ON’s 100% Whey Gold Standard™. - July 31, 2008 - Optimum Nutrition
“Crime-Stoppers” for Canines, Dog-Trax, Grabs Hold to Prevent 4.7 Million Dog Bites a Year From Escalating
National Database and 7-Step Dangerous Dog Protocol Launch in Time for Peak Summer “Dog Bite Season.” - July 30, 2008 - Dog-Trax North America
Inspired.com Releases iphone Video Game – "Karmic Cookie"
In a world short on inspiration and long on hot air, Inspired.com released a video game designed to inspire, enlighten and to make life's best words of wisdom accessible from your iPhone or iPod touch any time... all wrapped in a video game. - July 30, 2008 - Inspired Arts & Media, LLC
Alberta Boot Camps Biggest Loser Challenge #2 -30 Teams Will Compete for $5000 in Cash and Prizes
July 28th, 2008 — Calgary, Alberta. Alberta Boot Camps Biggest Loser Challenge #2 -30 teams will compete for $5000 in Cash and prizes. Calgary Man Takes Matters into his Own Hands - Boot Camp Style. http://www.Albertabootcamp.com. - July 29, 2008 - Calgary Alberta Boot Camp
Vitamins on Demand Introduces Calendar Packaging and and the Ability to Customize Vitamin Health and Wellness Packs to the Marketplace
Calendar packaging, customization and auto-ship subscription service makes supplementation simple. - July 29, 2008 - Vitamins On Demand LLC
Mastermoves Core Training is Going Global
The quest for global fitness and health just got a boost… A joint venture has just been launched between OK Initiatives and Fitness Quest to market Mastermoves Core Training system worldwide. - July 28, 2008 - OK Initiatives, Inc. (Mastermoves Core Training)
New Medicinal Water Helps Fight Obesity
Is it Bottled Water? Is it Medicine? It's Both. Paradise Promotions Ltd., a Canadian healthcare corporation, has launched the first bottled water products to be allowed by the FDA to make specific, qualified medical claims. These 'Medicinal Waters' intended for the U.S. marketplace are considered as 'over the counter' medicines and are regulated by the FDA. - July 28, 2008 - Paradise Promotions Ltd.
Study: Beverages Other Than Water Cannot Sustain Life
Modern lifestyle makes people dependent on all sorts of pleasing and taste-enhancing beverages that are commercially manufactured. However, they cannot be a substitute for water according to a new study titled "Drink To Your Health," conducted by My Product Alert, a Michigan based... - July 27, 2008 - My Product Alert
Pints for Prostates Uses Universal Language of Beer to Reach Men
Prostate cancer survivor starts effort to use beer to reach men with a message about PSA testing and prostate cancer screening. - July 26, 2008 - Eric Mower and Associates
The Artist Brush, Launch Cosmetic Brushes to Aid Relief of Carpal Tunnel Symptoms
The Artist Brush an on line cosmetic brush wholesaler/makeup artistry company, plan to launch 5 newly designed cosmetic brushes fall of this year. - July 25, 2008 - The Artist Brush
The Water Crisis Solution
Almost one fifth of the world lacks access to safe drinking water. Xziex Inc. has a solution in which they extract, fresh, uncontaminated, clean, safe, water from the air you breathe. The water is extracted in a patented process into an atmospheric water generator. In this machine the water that is produced is filtered and ready to drink. Xziex Inc. is excited to offer this technology and will be donating 7% of its profits to help provide machines to areas of the world in need. - July 24, 2008 - Earthwalk-USA
6 Year Old Son's Parents Proactively Raise Money for Diabetes Research and Care by Forming AdamsCure.Org, a Non-Profit and Providing Concerts and Various Entertainment
AdamsCure.Org is about providing a service in the form of quality entertainment to raise money for diabetes research and care. Concerts will run about a month apart. In addition to musical entertainment, they plan to have comedy acts, talent shows, bull roasts, crab feasts, golf tournaments, etc. Ticket prices are extremely fair and available by calling 877-725-8849 or by visiting their web site at www.adamscure.org. - July 23, 2008 - AdamsCure.Org
Six-Time Olympian to Wear Spira "Banned" Springed Shoes at Beijing Games
Joao N'Tyamba, the Olympic marathoner from Angola who will be his nation's flag bearer for the Opening Ceremonies at the Beijing Olympics, will run in Spira for his third Olympic Marathon - July 22, 2008 - New Chapter Media
Is It Possible to Grow Taller After Puberty? A New Supplement from Theros labs, LLC Says “Yes.”
It’s no secret that many people are unhappy about their height. People are used to seeing taller individuals getting the attention and respect that we feel we deserve too. It seems unfair to that shorter or average sized individuals feel less confident and get less attention from the opposite... - July 22, 2008 - Theros Labs, LLC
Gardeners Stretch, Lengthen & Strengthen at Blithewold Mansion in Bristol, RI
EVOLUTION Bodywork & Nutrition will be teaching a fitness workshop for gardeners at Blithewold Mansion in Bristol, RI. “A Gardener's Guide to Movement: How to Stretch, Lengthen & Strengthen Your Body,” Thursday, August 7th from 8:30-10:00 A.M. - July 21, 2008 - EVOLUTION Pilates & Nutrition
Hands on Health Receives 2008 Best of Cary Award
Hands on Health Massage Therapy and Wellness Studio Honored for Service to Customers and Community with 2008 Best of Cary Award. - July 19, 2008 - Hands On Health, LLC
New Female Cycling Website: Cycling Information by Women for Women
Women are taking up recreational cycling in greater numbers than ever. Now a new cycling website covers women-specific topics. - July 19, 2008 - Women's Cycling
Dr. Anthony Filardo DC is One of First Chiropractic Physicians in Orlando FL to Have Completed His Second Fellowship in Medical Acupuncture
Winter Park Chiropractic & Acupuncture Center owner, Dr. Anthony Filardo is one of the first Chiropractic Physicians to also be certified in Medical Acupuncture in Central Florida. - July 19, 2008 - Winter Park Chiropractic & Acupuncture Center
Tickets Now on Sale for Speaking of Women’s Health Conference
Erika Mangrum, co-chair of Raleigh’s Speaking of Women’s Health Conference (www.swhraleigh.com) and president of Iatria Spa and Health Center (www.iatria.com), has announced the launch of online ticket sales for the 2008 conference to be held on Saturday, Sept. 27 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. - July 18, 2008 - Speaking of Women's Health
NuU Medspa Kicks-Off New Campaign Dedicated to Their Clients Campaign: The NuU Face of NuU
NuU Medspa, the pioneer of the Medical Spa Industry, will kick-off their new campaign, The NuU Face of NuU, in August 2008. The campaign will feature a real-life client whose life has changed and taken a positive turn as a result of non-invasive medical treatments/procedures performed at one of the... - July 17, 2008 - NuU Unlimited
Two DVDs for Tennis and Skiing Enthusiasts That Utilize Yoga to Provide a Total Body Workout are Coming to DVD on August 5, 2008
Acclaimed yoga instructor Billy Asad hosts two unique fitness DVDs - Sports Yoga Tennis and Sports Yoga Ski – using yoga techniques to improve overall fitness and health. The DVDs are coming to retail stores everywhere on August 5, 2008 from BayView Entertainment. - July 17, 2008 - BayView Entertainment
Center For Chiropractic & Wellness Hosts Food Matters Movie Night
Dr. Jennifer Greenfield, a doctor of chiropractic at Center for Chiropractic & Wellness (www.carolinachirowellness.com), a North Raleigh chiropractic center, has announced that the firm is hosting a free movie night on Tuesday, July 22 at 6 p.m. at the American Cancer Society Conference Room on... - July 17, 2008 - Center for Chiropractic & Wellness, PLLC
Heart Smart® Recipe Box Launches on HenryFord.com
Henry Ford Health System has launched its Heart Smart® Recipe Box, online at www.henryford.com/heart, with recipes that are as good for your heart as they are to eat. - July 17, 2008 - Henry Ford Health System
Piyolet Health & Wellness Expo at the Houstonian Hotel, Club & Spa
Piyolet (PI-Pilates, YO-Yoga, LET-Ballet), an innovative fitness practice created by Attorney Roslyn Bazzelle after fourteen years of professional dance training, and a passion for health and well-being is showcasing Saturday, August 23rd at The Houstonian Hotel, Club & Spa, Houston's 5-star... - July 17, 2008 - Piyolet, LLC
The Medical Tourism Association Announces Medical Tourism Accreditation Program
The Medical Tourism Association has launched “accreditation” to ensure the safety and overall positive results for patients traveling from one country to another. “Having the right processes and procedures in place to assist international patients has a direct correlation to better surgical outcomes for those patients. - July 15, 2008 - Medical Tourism Association™
Core Personal Training Boot Camps Offer Nutrition Programs & Saturday Morning Boot Camps For Moms/Dads & Kids
Local outdoor fitness boot camp program offers nutritional programs and new fitness programs. Core Personal Training Boot Camps have added healthy cooking classes, pantry raids and grocery shopping trips as well as meal planning services. “In response to many of our clients’ questions... - July 15, 2008 - Core Personal Training, Inc.
Karen Ortiz of EVOLUTION in Bristol, RI Awarded GYROTONIC® Certification
EVOLUTION Bodywork & Nutrition, a Bristol, RI wellness center, is pleased to announce EVOLUTION team member Karen Ortiz has been awarded her certification in the GYROTONIC Expansion System®. - July 14, 2008 - EVOLUTION Pilates & Nutrition
The Impact of Cancer in the Young Adult Community
The Tigerlily Foundation’s Founder Ms. Maimah Karmo will be interviewed by Matt Zachery on The Stupid Cancer Show. The Stupid Cancer "Fem-tastic Chemo-tacular" Show is dedicated to young women affected by various cancers. Among the topics Ms. Karmo will discuss are the following:... - July 13, 2008 - Tigerlily Foundation
Finally There’s Help for Doctors Who Need to Get in Shape to Set Better Examples for Their Patients
“Some doctors are in worse shape than their patients! Some are chain smokers, coffee addicts, fast-food junkies and sleep deprived. Factor this in with the occupational stressors of the job, HMOs, hospital politics, and high patient loads and the perfect mix for detrimental emotional and physical consequences are set into motion," says Dr. Thomas an avid runner and triathlete who has the answer. Finally there is help for doctors who want to get back into shape. - July 12, 2008 - Allied Healthcare Clinics, Inc. The Home of The Running Doctor
A New Way to Get Fit with Free Health and Fitness Tips for Busy People Delivered Straight to Your Cell Phone from the Health and Fitness Experts at Sports Health Exercise
Fitness tips for busy people -- now delivered straight to their mobile phones. A new program was announced today that will deliver health and fitness tips straight to a user's mobile phone. The service, called Get Fit, will send motivation and inspiration right into the pockets and purses of busy people, giving them the tools they need to change their health and fitness lives for the better. It is targeted toward busy people who want to improving their health and fitness. Quick, smart advice. - July 12, 2008 - SHE/Sports Health Exercise LLC
My Yoga Online Partners with Yoga Month to Promote Wellness and Community Outreach
My Yoga Online is proud to announced its’ participation as a media partner with Yoga Month and Yoga Health Foundation. - July 12, 2008 - My Yoga Online
Male Enhancement Products Website Offers Reviews of Leading Products
MaleEnhancement.org, a new information website, analyzes leading male enhancement pills and products to determine which really work. - July 11, 2008 - MaleEnhancement.org
Diabetes Drugs Outperformed by Nutritional Supplement
Clinical trial shows that a nutritional supplement works far better than the eight leading diabetes drugs. - July 11, 2008 - SolaRx Health
Chocolate Malt 100% Whey Gold Standard™ Has Protein-Rich Ice Cream Parlor Taste
Chocolate Malt 100% Whey Gold Standard™ adds yet another delectable flavor to an impressive list – all providing the superior quality protein nutrition that serious athletes demand. - July 11, 2008 - Optimum Nutrition
The Next Level Fitness Solutions Releases New Fitness Boot Camps Program
The Next Level Fitness Solutions is a fitness industry business training company that teaches personal trainers how to dramatically increase their fitness business and income by learning to run their fitness business like a business. "How To Run My Own Fitness Boot Camps" is the newest comprehensive business of fitness training program offered. - July 10, 2008 - The Next Level Fitness Solutions
Yoga Month Poised to Make Statement at Democratic National Convention
Yoga Month 09.2008, a national awareness campaign to inspire a healthy and informed lifestyle, kicks off the Democratic National Convention in Denver with a nonpartisan yoga health festival and benefit concert. Yoga master Seane Corn and music sensation Justin Nozuka will headline the events. - July 10, 2008 - Yoga Health Foundation
Nordic Walking Coming to Scandinavian Folk Festival (No Skis and No Snow Required)
Free Nordic Walking classes and lectures will be a part of the 7th Annual Scandinavian Folk Festival in Jamestown, New York. - July 09, 2008 - American Nordic Walking System SkiWalking.com
Get the Scoop on New Rocky Road 2:1:1 Recovery™
The new Rocky Road flavor of ON’s 2:1:1 Recovery™ carbohydrate / protein sports supplement makes the road to recovering from intense cardio or anaerobic training less rocky. - July 09, 2008 - Optimum Nutrition
A New Free Source for Bodywork Advertising
When it comes to marketing and advertising, bodywork professionals are often looking for the easy and free methods first. Typically there has been one dominant source for free online classified ads and many less popular ones. BodyWorkAds.com has filled the need of a free classifieds site specific to bodywork, i.e. Massage, Chiropractic, Nails, Hair, Energy Word, and Skin Care. With free registration, professionals can place ads with uploaded images in their city's category. - July 09, 2008 - BodyWorkAds.com
Wellness Comes at No Cost; the Alternative Comes at a Higher Cost
Learn UTOPIA and the Traditional Shotokan Karate-Do Institute are pleased to offer women of their NJ community a free wellness workshop. The workshop will introduce women to new and simple techniques to help improve their health and well being. The workshop will be held at 1737-39 Springfield Avenue, in Maplewood, NJ for 4 Saturdays – July 19 & 26 and August 2 & 9, from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. - July 09, 2008 - UTOPIA
Beautorium Presents… Trilogy: Taming a Wild Rose
A rose is a rose is a rose…except when it transcends its natural simplicity. In the hands of Trilogy, the wild-grown rose elevates to become the power behind this multitasking line of advanced natural skin and hair care. The small New Zealand brand making big waves in the cosmetic world is... - July 08, 2008 - Beautorium
Antioxidant Green Tea Goes High Tech
As featured in Harper’s Bazaar, Pure Inventions Green Tea Extracts is proud to announce they are going high tech with their all new RBM. TV media channel, PureInventions.tv. Hollywood celebrities, fitness trainers and esteemed diet experts have included green tea in their diet and fitness... - July 08, 2008 - Pure Inventions, LLC
Homeopathy Medicine Website Wins Prestigious Award: Hmedicine.com's Alternative Health Education Content Recognized as Best in Field
Natural Health Journal Editor's Choice Award given to Hmedicine.com for outstanding content and information in the field of Homeopathy and Alternative Medicines. - July 08, 2008 - Sanjib Sarkar
Iatria Spa and Health Center Named One of the Triangle’s Healthiest Companies
Cyndy Elkins, vice president of marketing for Iatria Spa and Health Center (www.iatria.com), has announced that the firm has been named to Business Leader Magazine’s inaugural Triangle’s Healthiest Companies list. Business Leader recognized Triangle companies that have distinguished... - July 05, 2008 - Iatria Day Spa