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Granola is full of beneficial vitamins and nutrients that your body will thank you for while you’re working out. And, since it’s a great on-the-go snack, no more excuses for not eating before working out! When making or buying granola, make sure to check the ingredients – you want granola with oats and other grains […]

Check out these two videos that you can incorporate into a quick, five- to 10-minute workout routine each day.

Bikram Yoga can seem intimidating, but it has garnered a solid following of dedicated practitioners. Only recently has the practice become a well-known component to mainstream yoga as more and more people take up the discipline.

We talked to Junelle Lupiani, RD, Mirval Arizona’s nutritionist, who answered all our questions surrounding eating and working out.

Whatever your preference there’s a little something for everyone on our list of top workout hits to put on your iPod this Wellness Week™.

Being on the go doesn’t mean you have to send your workout routine packing. Whether away on business or pleasure, travel can come with all sorts of temptations, and while it’s important to indulge a bit (especially when on vacation!), it’s also healthy to maintain your exercise regimen. With some planning ahead and these quick […]

Our favorite celebs are getting glam for this weekend’s Oscars, and we can too! Check out these DIY countdown and beauty tips to achieve red-carpet glamour any time of the year.

Hello New York!  The sun is out and the coats are being shed, so it’s time to start thinking about shedding those winter pounds and firming up your bod! Now you can get five Pilates or Gyrotonic Classes for just $39 at Body Evolution in the East Village.  Body Evolution is the perfect place to […]

With many of us spending more time in the office than anywhere else in our lives, it’s important to do what you can to make the most of your office time – whether it be through developing relationships, managing your stress, or exercising in your cube. A healthy workplace plays a huge role in maintaining […]

We spend so much time trying to get rid of it, or at least gain control of it, but according to NewBeauty magazine, a fuller face is better when it comes to aging well in the face.

You are what you eat, right? Well, we definitely know that what we eat has an effect on almost everything going on in bodies, but it also affects the condition of your body from the outside – including your hair, skin, and nails. Our friends at NewBeauty took a look at how to change your skin internally through diet, and said that since digestion and diet have a direct effect on skin behavior, targeting your daily diet should be the first course of action when rebuilding your skin.

If you’re feeling drained and in desperate need of a new approach to up your energy, then this is the story that will pump you up. NewBeauty shares its energy-boosting tips for a healthier body and lifestyle:

10-10-10 in Chicago is “The Date to Motivate!” This October 10th, athletes inChicago will run the race they have been training for − the Chicago Marathon. In honor of the race, Chicago spa Tiffani Kim Institute has the perfect treat for the city’s runners: The Marathon Massage!

Bally Total Fitness® has everything you need to get fit. Looking for the latest in workout equipment? BallySM has state-of-the art cardio and resistance training machines. Maybe you need a little more motivation? No problem! Bally has tons of fun, high-energy Group Exercise Classes plus Personal Trainers who can get you started on a personalized workout program and help you reach your fitness goals. Not sure where to start? Click here. You can download your free pass and try out your local Bally today.

The Biggest Loser fans have the chance to learn from season four winners and brothers Bill and Jim Germanakos at a special retreat hosted by the Sedona Rouge Hotel and Spa.

Since its inception in 2004 NBC’s “The Biggest Loser” has been inspiring both contestants and viewers to fight obesity and poor health while encouraging them to change their lives and work toward their fitness goals. The show’s dynamic trainers and insight into the world of healthy living has proved to capture the attention of viewers all over the world.

No plans for the holiday weekend? Two words: spa staycation. Grab your honey, your best friend, or go solo to a getaway spa that’s in short distance from home. Relax with a massage treatment or get reenergized on a scenic hike. Long weekends were made for spa. Find spas in your area and look for last-minute deals.

Susie Ellis, SpaFinder Insider. Chad Smith who owns a fitness club in Maryland Home Team Fitness, writes a popular column called the Fitness Answer Man. Recently he shared his Top Four fitness trend predictions for 2010. Here they are along with my opinion which boils down to: Agree, agree, disagree, and agree. Fitness Trend #1: […]

Qua Baths & Spa: a Las Vegas Day Spa or Stay Spa at Caeser’s Palace Featuring Unique Spa Treatmentsby Susie Ellis From the Qua Baths & Spa menu at Caesar’s Palace: Bath Liqueur, Sleep Health, Hypnosis for Wellness, Raindrop Therapy (registered), Morning Dew, Banana Leaf Body Wrap (with incense), Dilo Wrap (oil from Fiji), Volcanic […]

You may have noticed that this is becoming a regular Friday feature on my blog. I’ve decided that sharing with you spa news of interest might offer additional information that you find helpful. What you may not know is that I select the news to share with you out of a barrage of incoming items […]