Bikini Ready Body: 3 Exercises To Get You Set For Summer (VIDEO)

Spring is here, and that means summer is right around the corner, and THAT means bathing suits! If you’re looking to get your body bikini ready we’ve got the exercises just for you. Fitness expert, Lacey Stone, takes us through three exercises to get in shape in time for summer. Trouble viewing this video? Click [...]

Cool Tropical Goodness: Raw Pineapple Cheesecake Anyone?

The weather is heating up, so we naturally start craving foods that are more cooling.  The summer months are the perfect time to enjoy fresh fruit, salads and raw foods.  Tropical fruits are very popular in smoothies, juices, and as the basis for delicious desserts. Here are two of my favorite summer treats. Ready for Papaya? Delicious [...]

Staying Healthy On Vacation: The Do’s And Don’ts

Vacation is a time to take a break from normal routines. But that shouldn’t mean throwing all of your health supportive activities out the window. Bringing a strict set of rules with you might put a damper on how you explore new cultures and cuisines—or prevent you from lying on the beach sipping margaritas! On [...]

Poolside Beauty

The time has come where we are spending those weekends out of the big city and heading out to soak in the sun and cool off at the nearest body of water! Whether pool or ocean side, we still want to look our best all day long. I never recommend going to the beach or [...]

Dinner Tonight: Lettuce Wrapped Fish Tacos

These tacos are the perfect get-ready-for-beach-season meal. Flaky, protein-filled fish topped with mango salsa and wrapped in a crunchy guilt-free lettuce leaf. It’s flavorful, satisfying and will keep you on track with your fitness goals. Here’s what you need… . Ingredients: Servings: 8 4 (3.5oz) Cod Fillets 1/2 cup tropical vinaigrette 1 lime 4 large [...]

Bryant Park: Free Summer Fun!

Bryant Park is back at it again this summer with events for the whole family. From music and movies to yoga and tai chi to juggling (yes, juggling!) and readings – just try and stay away from the array of (free!) fun Bryant Park is offering all summer long! For all you yogis out there, [...]

Summer Pick: Corn Chowder

Summer is quickly coming to an end, so why not put this season’s sweet, crisp delicious crop of corn to good use!  This chowder is fast, filling and full of the flavors of summer.  Makes for a light lunch or dinner, no cream included! serves 4 1 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil1 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil [...]

Free Summer Fun in Union Square (Concerts, Kid’s Yoga, & more!)

I love summer in the city. Sure it can get hot and sticky, but it’s also a time when the streets open up and events, activities, and fun stuff abound. You’ve got rooftop films, river flicks, street fairs, farmers markets (the list goes on and on!). This week we’re featuring a place where activity is [...]

The Best Foods for Health, Wellness and Weight Loss (& a great summer slaw)

In our society where obesity has become a crisis, and the lifespan of our children for the first time in history is lower than their elders, the most difficult question we all face – is what foods are good to eat for health, wellness and weight loss?  There are countless food products, diet pills and [...]

Long Lasting Makeup: Five Fab Products That Stay Put

Who wants to spend time putting our makeup on in the morning, only to find out by noon it looks like it was never applied in the first place?  Let’s face it, us NY City girls are on the go, and don’t have the time to fuss with our makeup all day long. We’re all [...]

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