Sunday, February 5, 2012

3 Reasons to Incorporate Yoga Into Your Fitness Routine…And Your Life!

November 14, 2011 by Michelle Demus  
Filed under Featured, Fitness, Latest

As a yoga teacher and director, I commonly encounter busy women who are looking for wellness and balance in their life, but don’t want to add yet another line on their to-do lists. They’ve heard from friends that yoga is amazing, but aren’t sure if yoga’s benefits are worth switching out a spin class or [...]

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Bryant Park: Free Summer Fun!

July 20, 2011 by Ashley Connell  
Filed under City, Featured, Latest

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, [...]

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10 Tips from Pure Yoga to Jump-start Your Yoga Resolution

January 16, 2011 by admin  
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So, now that we’re a couple weeks into 2011, how are you doing on keeping to your fitness resolutions? Karen Nourizadeh leads a Yoga for Beginners Workshop Series at Pure Yoga and offers tips and advice for initiating and maintaining a yoga practice in 2011. “A common misconception about yoga is that it involves complex [...]

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This Weekend: FREE Yoga (Happy Birthday PURE!)

December 9, 2010 by admin  
Filed under City, Fitness

One of our favorite NYC yoga studios is celebrating their one year anniversary and giving YOU a gift on their birthday!  This weekend, Saturday, December 11 – Sunday, December 12, Pure West invites you to celebrate with them. Enjoy a complimentary class on their open class schedule. Please choose only ONE of the below classes and enjoy! Saturday, [...]

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The Big “O” : Benefits You Won’t Believe

November 4, 2010 by admin  
Filed under Featured, Fitness

The BIG O? What the heck are these girls talking about? Yes, it’s an exciting topic. And, the side side effects are deep relaxation, stress reduction, and pleasure. Betcha think you know right? Well, actually,  it’s not THAT “Big O” !  But, it is another  (equally important) O. Yes, they’re talking about…..Oxygen. The single most important nutrient [...]

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City Escape: Brazil Yoga Retreat

September 11, 2010 by admin  
Filed under ESCAPES, Featured, Fitness

#1 Yoga Retreat for Professional Women on the Planet: Location: Exotic Island in Brazil Dreaming of feeling lighter, brighter and more alive, even sexier? Join international yoga teacher and bodyworker Kimberly Johnson for a week of yoga, adventure and exotic, healthy cuisine on the tropical Brazilian island of Ilha Grande. The week-long retreat (scheduled from Sunday [...]

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Spotlight: Bryant Park (Free Outdoor Yoga & More!)

August 11, 2010 by Ashley Connell  
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Bryant Park is a staple in any New Yorker’s life, especially in the warmer months. Travel by on any day of the week and you’ll see groups of friends sharing lunch on the Lawn, families taking turns on Le Carrousel, and even determined checker players getting their game on in the Chess area. Bryant Park [...]

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Free Fitness Classes: SHAPE UP NYC (now there’s no excuse)

May 17, 2010 by Vanessa Alfano  
Filed under Featured, Fitness

Ready to move you feet with a little Zumba? Stretch out with Kundalini Yoga? Get empowered and strong with IntenSati? Now is the perfect time to get out there and kick start (or kick up) your fitness routine. And, it’s now easier than ever thanks to SHAPE UP NYC, Equinox and The City Park & Rec [...]

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Tropical Escape To Total Well Being: May 1-7

March 11, 2010 by Vanessa Alfano  
Filed under ESCAPES, Health

Looking to get away to a tropical locale, and treat yourself to a week of relaxation, revitalization, and total well being? Alycea Ungaro of Real Pilates, right here in NYC invites you to experience a unique immersion of total well-being on on Nicaragua’s stunning Pacific Coast. The Real Wellness Curriculum In addition to a twice daily [...]

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