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Fig. Brings Innovative Medical Body Shaping Solutions to Ohio; New Fig. Center to Help Columbus Residents Achieve Their Beautiful Shapes
Fig., the leading authority in medically supervised body shaping, today announced plans for the newest center in Dublin, Ohio. The new location will offer the latest medical technologies, services and procedures to help patients achieve their ideal body shapes. - November 16, 2007 - fig.
LT Thomas Partners with Triple XY Model
LT Thomas partners with Triple XY Models to teach health and fitness classes. - November 16, 2007 - LT Personal Training, Inc.
Golf-Chic Launches Website for Fashion-Forward Women Golfers
Golf-Chic Boutique’s tagline is “for girls who like to hit the greens.” And Beth Underhill is one of them. Beth began her love of golf by taking lessons after a few dates with her husband. She realized she had the knack for it, and soon began joining the golf leagues and entering... - November 15, 2007 - Golf-Chic Boutique, LLC
Curbside Fitness Airs New Commercials on Network Television
Curbside Fitness will be airing a new commercial on network television. You can laugh as you identify with the character as he struggles through his in-home workout routine. The commercial will be aired from 11/19 - 12/31 on Headline News, TNT, ESPN, CNBC, MSNBC, and VH1. - November 15, 2007 - Curbside Fitness Incorporated
Prepared for Cold and Flu Season with Preventative Foods
As the weather becomes colder and we stay indoors more, people often catch colds or other viruses. The cold and flu season can begin as early as October and usually ends sometime in April. While there is no way to cure the common cold or the flu, there are several things that you and your family can do to prevent them and stay healthy this season. When eaten, preventative foods like garlic, yogurt and citrus fruits provide boosts to ones immune system and well-being. - November 15, 2007 - Roots Market
Vote for Spa Person of the Year 2007
Votes Needed to Determine the Spa Person of the Year Award 2007. To be presented at the “Hearts for A Cure” Annual Awards & Charity Celebration Tuesday, February 5th, 2008 at the Sand’s Exposition Center, Las Vegas during the Day Spa Expo. The traditional “The Spa... - November 15, 2007 - The Day Spa Association
Website on Home Remedies for Common Diseases Launched
A new website on home remedies for common diseases is all set to be officially launched in November 2007. - November 13, 2007 - Natural Cure Inc.
Website HotFitnessModels.com is Starting to Help Bikini Models to Promote Their Work in The UK
www.hotfitnessmodels.com is giving the opportunity to UK fitness models to promote their work on their popular website. - November 11, 2007 - Hot Fitness Models
Natural Bodybuilding Competition Preparation Course Proves to be a Winner
Karoline Cerin-Stepic of Victoria, Australia has won her division at the recent Asia-Pacific Bodybuilding Championships. Karoline competed against almost 50 other women in the figure division, and took out first place in the tall class. She attributes much of her success to the IAPC Natural... - November 11, 2007 - Ironpower
Human Controlled by a Biological Terminal?
Only recently it was hard to imagine a game, in which people compete only with their minds. Today, you can play it. At the end of this year Mindmower sets off. The first biological Internet game. Your body gets connected to the game. Your thoughts have a key influence on your avatar and the course of the whole play. You can compete in real time with players from the entire world. - November 10, 2007 - Mindmower Labs
There is a New Team in Town: the Mayor of Frisco Joins a Group of Professional Athletes to Help Make Fitness Fun
Michael Simpson, the Mayor of Frisco wants all kids to know that fitness is fun. As a matter of fact, he has joined a team of professional athletes that want to show kids how to run faster, jump higher, and get stronger. - November 10, 2007 - The Fitness Club
Atlantis Swim School Begins Its Year-Round Program in Cary, NC
Atlantis Swim School brings its year-round swim lesson program, previously only available in Durham, to Cary, NC. - November 10, 2007 - Atlantis Swim School
Utopian Publishers Announces Release of Ultimate Fighter's Workout
Utopian Publishers Announces Release of “The Ultimate Fighter’s Workout” - the Ultimate Guide to Fitness and Nutrition for Athletes. Utopian Publishers, the creators of the Monster Chi series of workouts for combat artists, has announced the release of their latest complete guide... - November 09, 2007 - Utopian Publishers
New Moms can Exercise Safely and Effectively in a New Program at Clearwater, FL Studio
New programs launched for post natal and prenatal fitness programs lead by fitness experts at spa-like fitness studio in Clearwater FL - November 08, 2007 - Stellar Fitness, Inc.
North Carolina Butterfly Life Franchise Clubs Join Forces to Help Community Through Toys for Tots Program
Butterfly Life club owners in North Carolina have joined forces with Toys for Tots to help collect toys for children all over North Carolina. Club owners, Tammy and Michael Keadle, Cheryl Carbo, Diana Freeman and Erica Dixon , Sunita and Joseph Shouse, Jennifer Willet and Terry Cichocki are... - November 08, 2007 - Butterfly Life of North Carolina
Overcoming Rheumatism: French Chef Takes a Bite Out of the Big Apple
For French Chef Christian Plumail, the New York City Marathon means far more than running the world’s most famous foot race – it means carrying himself with fist-pumping enthusiasm for 42 kilometres from a past of infernal pain and disability to a stable future of mobility and physical... - November 08, 2007 - The Bone and Joint Decade
Essential Toys, Tools and Gadgets for Extreme Sports Athletes on Your Holiday Gift List
Having trouble finding just the right gift for your favorite skater, surfer, base jumper, or motocross rider this holiday season? Here are some ideas from the eXtreme Sports Physicist to get you started. - November 07, 2007 - eXtreme Sports Physics
ShapeYou.com Commences Next Round of GearAwards™
ShapeYou.com follows up the massively successful launch of its Sports, Health & Fitness GearAwards™ by announcing the next round with all new categories. - November 07, 2007 - ShapeYou.com
The New Way to Shake Up & Drink Your Shake
Optimum Nutrition (ON) announces the release of a revolutionary new shaker cup designed for mixing and drinking protein and meal replacement shakes as well as other powdered supplements in the gym or on the go. Its extra wide mouth facilitates easy loading and even easier cleaning. This... - November 07, 2007 - Optimum Nutrition
Hypno-Freedom Announces Its Free Teleseminar Series: "Life Changing Stress Relief Tips and Techniques from the Masters," Featuring John Gray, T. Harv Ecker, and More
Hypno-Freedom is very happy to announce their first-ever teleseminar series. It is set to begin on Wednesday, November 7. It's a Free Teleseminar, entitled "Life Changing Stress Relief Tips and Techniques from the Masters"; featuring John Gray, David Riklan, and more. Their first speaker on November 7 is Wendi Frieson. The series will go weekly until the end of January 2008. - November 06, 2007 - HypnoFreedom
Fitness Foundry Introduces: Maximum Boost Workout©
Maximum Boost Workout© eBook by Fitness Foundry: Mindful Exercise Prescription for: Musicians-Computer Users-Students-X Gamers-Athletes-Cross Trainers-Fitness Instructors and Serious Beginners. The flowing exercise progression is designed to correct muscle imbalances, strengthen joints, increase stamina and burn stored adipose fat. Maximum Boost Workout© eBook by Fitness Foundry is truly a seamless integration of western exercise science and eastern holistic arts. - November 05, 2007 - Fitness Foundry
Fruit Supplement Company Expands Offerings in 2007; New Year Promises to Bring Additional Growth to FruitFast®
FruitFast® makes whole fruit goodness available year-round. FruitFast is offering a 10% discount on all product orders placed online for a limited time. - November 04, 2007 - Fruit Fast
Physique Transformation Opens Second Location in Triangle
Physique Transformation, a Raleigh-based personal fitness and wellness provider, has opened a second location inside the Anytime Fitness Athletic Club in Brier Creek Physique Transformation began coaching clients at the new location November 1. - November 04, 2007 - Transformation, Inc.
Lance Armstrong Visits Paragon Sports
Lance Armstrong made his marathon debut in New York City last year and surprised many people by breaking 3 hours. After crossing the finish line saying that the marathon was “without a doubt the hardest physical thing I’ve ever done,” the world was surprised this year when he said... - November 02, 2007 - Paragon Sports
Trialing Veganism for World Vegan Day
Once a nearly foreign word, veganism is hitting the mainstream, and it is hitting hard. While many turn to veganism in the name of animal rights, more and more people are making the transition for their health or for the environment. - October 31, 2007 - Go Dairy Free
Beating Insomnia
Brainwave Entrainment: a potential solution for insomnia through brain re-training techniques - October 31, 2007 - SleepOptimizationProgram.com
Leisa Hart’s Best-Selling FitMama DVD Set Returns to Retail on November 13, 2007
Noted fitness personality Leisa Hart is re-releasing her acclaimed FitMama Prenatal DVD workout, including an exclusive 2-pack containing the Postnatal workout, to retail on November 13, 2007 from BayView Entertainment. - October 31, 2007 - BayView Entertainment
Place Trade CEO Serves on Speaking of Women’s Health Committee
Sarah M. Place, President & CEO of Place Trade Financial, Inc., a global full service, discount broker and online trading firm, announced that she served on a 2007 Speaking of Women’s Health steering committee in Raleigh. This two day event aimed to provide every woman with the resources... - October 30, 2007 - Place Trade Financial, Inc.
Cooler Fall and Winter Months Mean Less Availability of Fresh Fruit. Now a Healthy Alternative Exists to Still Get Your Suggested Daily Serving of Fruit.
As the colder months approach and the growing season for many varieties of fresh fruit is over, finding fresh fruit is getting more difficult. However, research indicates that the antioxidant benefits of fresh fruit should be enjoyed year round. - October 30, 2007 - Fruit Advantage
Breast Cancer Survivor is a Double Winner at American Cancer Society Hit for the Cure
It truly is a good news story when a breast cancer survivor wins two categories at a tennis tournament to benefit the American Cancer Society. The 7th Annual Hit for the Cure was a monetary success and an even bigger success story for Jane Wakefield. Not only has she won on the court but by changing her diet and developing a positive outlook, Wakefield has achieved success in overcoming breast cancer. - October 30, 2007 - BestHealthFoodStore.net
Wild Blueberries Help Maintain a Healthy Lifestyle
Year-round Goodness in Gelcaps, Liquids and Fruit Bars. FruitFast® makes whole fruit goodness available no matter what the season. FruitFast’s proprietary process uses the fruit’s skin and pulp to deliver antioxidants in every bite and spoonful. - October 28, 2007 - Fruit Fast
Lleyton Hewitt’s Little Sister Muscles Into National Bodybuilding Titles with Just 6 Months Training
24 year old Jaslyn Hewitt, tennis star Lleyton Hewitt’s younger sister, has qualified to compete in the International Natural Bodybuilding Association (INBA) Australian Bodybuilding titles after only 6 months of entering the sport. Jaslyn trained for several hours a day to prepare for the... - October 26, 2007 - Ironpower
Enjoy #1 Selling 100% Whey Gold Standard in 4 Tasty New Flavors
Optimum Nutrition (ON) announces four exciting limited edition flavors for the industry’s most popular whey. 100% Whey Gold Standard™ is now available in Caramel Toffee Fudge, Mocha Cappuccino, Orange Cream and Root Beer Float, complementing an impressive list of eleven existing flavors... - October 25, 2007 - Optimum Nutrition
Pro Power Suit Offered by Jake Reed and Cris Carter Helps Anyone Run Faster, Jump Higher, Get Stronger or Just Lose Weight
The Pro Power Suit is an explosive new piece of athletic equipment. When Jake Reed and Chris Carter played for The Minnesota Vikings They trained hard. One of the tools they used to help them perform better was the Pro Power Suit. The Pro Power Suit is a one piece body suit with weights that strategically works with your muscles to enhance performance. They liked the suit so much, they bought the company. - October 24, 2007 - The Fitness Club
"Banned" Running Shoe Spira Gaining Strides Among Elite Runners
"Banned" Running Shoe Spira Is Gaining Popularity Among Elite Runners As Athletes Wearing The Shoes With Springs Sweep Top Five Men's and Top Two Women's Spots In Sunday's Detroit Free Press Marathon - October 24, 2007 - New Chapter Media
Iatria Spa And Health Center Named To Women-Owned Businesses List
Erika Mangrum, president of Iatria Spa and Health Center, has announced that the spa has been ranked on the Triangle Business Journal’s 2007 annual list of women-owned businesses. The Raleigh-based Iatria Day Spa is one of the largest women-owned businesses in the Triangle with 65 employees. - October 24, 2007 - Iatria Day Spa
Epidemic of Anesthesia Overdosing… How Can You Avoid It?
“Most patients tolerate their anesthetic experience despite the care they receive rather than because of it,” claims Dr. Barry Friedberg, holder of the trademark “minimally invasive anesthesia (MIA).®” - October 23, 2007 - Barry L. Friedberg, M.D., Cosmetic Surgery Anesthesia
Dallas Corporate Fitness and Wellness Programs Are Offered for Free to Local Corporations That Join T.E.A.M.
The Fitness Club at Midway in Dallas has partnered with T.E.A.M. United to offer all employers and employees the opportunity to participate in the T.E.A.M. Fit and Well Corporate Health Program. T.E.A.M., a non profit organization formed to help fight the growing obesity problem was formed by local Athletes and Professionals who have come together to fight for this cause. T.E.A.M. stands for Training, Education, Advancement and Mentoring. - October 21, 2007 - The Fitness Club
America’s Largest Collection of Male Calendar Models
Over 50 male models with On Display Men each have their own calendar available at OnDisplayMen.com. - October 20, 2007 - On Display Men, LLC
Yoga Journal Magazine’s “Great Instructors” DVD Series Releases in November, Featuring Three World-Renowned Yoga Practitioners
America’s largest yoga magazine, Yoga Journal, is releasing three DVDs in new Great Instructors series on November 6 through BayView Entertainment. - October 20, 2007 - BayView Entertainment
Free Health Drinks Attract Thousands of New Customers to Online Health Food Store
After thousands of customers stampeded BestHealthFoodStore.net for free health drink samples, the operators of this online health food store were forced to cease the promotion. - October 20, 2007 - BestHealthFoodStore.net
Wonderful Pomegranate Now Comes in a Variety of Forms
FruitFast, exclusive producer and innovator of the most potent fruit supplements on the market, introduces the Antioxidant benefits of Whole Pomegranates in their Wonderful Pomegranate Fruit Supplement Line. - October 20, 2007 - Fruit Fast
Father of American Judo Returns to Bushikai Martial Arts in Frederick MD for Weekend Seminar
Phillip Porter, 83 year old Martial Arts expert and 10th degree Black Belt in Judo, returns to lead a weekend seminar at the Bushikai Bugei Dojo in Frederick, Maryland. On October 20th and 21st, O-Sensei Porter will demonstrate further concepts of American Judo to the students at Bushikai Martial Arts. - October 20, 2007 - Bushikai Martial Arts
The British Hypertension Society (BHS) Validated Blood Pressure Monitor Now Available at First Aid Warehouse
The British Hypertension Society website lists all the blood pressure monitors that have been issued with validation and at the First Aid Warehouse they stock BHS validated blood pressure monitors. - October 20, 2007 - First Aid Warehouse
Reno's First Community Web Reality Show
Sierra Fitness Challenge is a web reality show designed to inspire their community to achieve their personal health and fitness goals. - October 20, 2007 - Sierra Fitness Talk
New 2:1:1 Recovery Represents the Latest in Post-Workout Science
Optimum Nutrition (ON) announces the launch of their new rapid replenishment and recovery formula. 2:1:1 Recovery™ is a unique, cutting-edge product designed to replenish muscle glycogen stores while promoting anabolic and anti-catabolic processes in strength athletes who have just finished weight training. The company studied the latest science to formulate an optimal blend of fast-acting carbohydrates, branched chain amino acids along with fast, intermediate and slow digesting proteins. - October 18, 2007 - Optimum Nutrition
Gift It in Green
EclipseSpa Launches Green Packaging - October 17, 2007 - EclipseSpa
Minister Louis Farrakhan Walks in Atlanta for Prostate Cancer Awareness with Media Coverage by A-1 Video Production
Minister Farrakhan walked for two miles through the streets of Atlanta, GA on Saturday October 13, 2007. - October 17, 2007 - A-1 Video Production
New DVD Teaches the Ancient Practice of Yoga to Help Modern Parents Calm Their Babies
Itsy Bitsy Yoga “Sleep n’ Grow” DVD will be in stores beginning in January 2008. This baby yoga DVD teaches parents techniques to calm fussy infants, help with digestion and improve sleep, all while creating lasting emotional bonds. - October 16, 2007 - Itsy Bitsy Yoga International
Achooallergy.com to Award $22,000 in Prizes to 15 Lucky Allergy Sufferers
The second annual Allergy Relief Holiday Giveaway from achooallergy.com is underway with over $22,000 in premium allergy relief prizes. No purchase necessary to enter or win. - October 16, 2007 - achooallergy.com