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What Did We Learn This Month? @MoreMag @OxygenMagazine @PreventionMag

 

 

What Did We Learn This Month?

 

Recaps of More, Oxygen Special: ABS and Prevention

 

Hey there! Hi there! Ho there!

 

I am so sorry to be late with my posts but my life has been a whirlwind since Fitbloggin’ and I am just getting out from under a pile of magazines and e-mails.

 

Anyhoo, today I have some recaps for a few fun reads to get your 3-Day weekend started. Hope you all have a lovely holiday with sun & fun aplenty.

 

Whenever you can, please take some time to remember those who fought for our country. (The real reason for Memorial Day)

 

 

 

 

 

 

More: June 2011 issue

The magazine written “for women of style & substance” has quite a few interesting articles that will make you go “ooh, “ah” and “hmmm” this month. Let’s dive in shall we?

• Christy Turlington: The supermodel from the land of the 90s was always more substantive than her cohorts and she continues to be a class act. Years ago while going through a difficult (and almost life threatening) childbirth the NYU grad decided to dedicate her life to raising awareness about women’s health issues around the world. Be sure to check out her film on the topic: No Woman, No Cry.   
• Stevie Nicks: My imaginary rock icon/best friend talks about the inspiration for her new album In Your Dreams and how she stays so hot-looking. (Is she really 63 years-old?! Holy shit!)
• "Ch-Ch-Changes" How to take care of life’s aging hassles including spider veins, sun spots & saggy knees. Not that I am saying that is your problem…
• Anne Heche The lovely, kooky, and brave actress in an adorable photo shoot to promote the HBO hit show Hung.
• “God Save the Beauty Queens” Did you know there are beauty pageants happening every weekend in America for women in their 30s, 40s and 50s? I sure as hell didn’t and the thought of it scares me. Read this story by Tamara Jones and let me know what you think.  
• “Robin Milona’s War” Just in time for Memorial Day weekend we have a story here about the struggles of female soldiers returning home from Iraq including the subject of this article. Heavy stuff folks.  

 

  Check out More online at: more.com

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Oxygen Special: Abs: Spring 2011 issue

On newsstands right now from Oxygen magazine is this special issue to get your abs in beautiful shape for the summer. Lots of inspiration six-packs on chicks here.

 

• “The Great Abs Debate" So funny because just today I was going back and forth with someone about whether you can work out your abs/core most days of the week. Oxygen spoke to author Jake Nash, BSME, CSCS and asked him to give the plus and minuses of each side of the debate.
• “Six-Pack Foods” Here we get the super foods for flat bellies from Dr. Oz himself.
• “Your Flat-Belly Guarantee” Not sure you can guarantee that sort of thing but we get an excellent fitness routine here.
• “Whittle Your Middle with Soup” I am a total soup freak so this hits my sweet spot.
• “5 Steps to Sexy Abs” Oxygen shows us how to take the core routine “to the next level.”
• “Walk Your Weight Off” Tosca Reno gives her tips for an active walking workout that will work your entire core without stressing your joints.  
• “Lean & Lithe in Minutes” Excellent dancers’ moves to get a graceful (and strong) physique.

 

Check out Oxygen’s web site at: Oxygenmag.com

  

 

 

 

 

 

 

Prevention: June 2011 issue

Finally we have Prevention magazine with lovely Teri Hatcher on the cover.

 

• Teri Hatcher: I had no idea the health travails that the star of Desperate Housewives has been through the last couple of years. The 46 year-old triathlete has experienced two cracked ribs, a surgery to deal with ovarian cysts, a pole-dancing mishap on the set of her show and finally something called “frozen shoulder” which will hopefully go away on its own in the next year or so. Sorry Teri!
• "An End to Pain" I have friends who swear by acupuncture to cure everything from back pain to headaches to food issues. Here we get a look at the research of which ailments it has been proven to be effective in treating.
• “Why I Love Surfing” Karen Rinaldi talks about how learning to surf cured her of a childhood fear of the ocean (she spent summers at the Jersey Shore) and taught her the value of patience with herself.
• “The New Vegetarians” Not sure if I will ever be in this group of eaters but damn I admire their persistence and dedication!
• “Destination: Healthy Travel” Prevention helps you plan your summer getaway with tips on how to fight airborne illnesses, getting sleep in different time zones, keep your sex life sexy on the road and not having bedbugs follow you back home. Helpful!
• “A Better Burger 2011” Summer time in 2011 and most of us are craving burgers. Sick of red meat? Try these tasty ideas for burgers including Wild-Mushroom-Lentil, Crab Cake and BBQ Sliders. Nom nom!

 

Check out Prevention online here: Prevention.com 

 

Coming up next week—reviews of Health, Women’s Health, SELF, fitness and more. Y’all come back now!

 

Until next time…

 

Ox Ox,

Brooklyn Fit Chick

Follow Me On Twitter: @BrooklynFitChik (note the spelling!) 

 

My Brief Recap of @Fitbloggin and @RoniNoone Fitbloggin' 2011

 

Brooklyn Fit Chick Fitbloggin’ 2011 Update!

 

 

Hey there! Hi there! Ho there!

 

Just came back from an amazing conference for Fitbloggin’ 2011 held in Baltimore and created by the fabulous Roni Noone! (Check out the official link here: http://fitbloggin.com/)

 

This was just about the best time I have had at a conference and am in a very sad state of withdrawal. The love and support I felt from my fellow Bloggers was truly overwhelming and it has inspired me to be better in so many ways both personally and professionally.  

 

Get ready my followers because I plan to make this one sexy-ass Blog very soon—whoo hoo!

 

Like a dumbass I didn’t remember to take photos of my favorite people and moments but I have this fun one to share:

 

(From left to right)

@DubyaWife, Me (“without the mustache” which I heard quite often) and the lovely @leavingfatville having drinks with the slowest possible service at the Marriot.

 

 

 (Photo courtesy of Emily Leiser "@runningknitwit")

 

In the meantime I am going to go through this pile of magazines that I came home to after three days away!

 

 

 

Yikes! Do you believe this shit?  Back to the salt mines I guess…

 

 

Before I go—I want to give a shout out to some of the Tweet Peeps that I was able to connect with at Fitbloggin. If you do not follow them already you damn well should now!

 

(If I have forgotten anyone please let me know and I will add right away!)

 

Shout out!

 

@RoniNoone (the goddess of Fitboggin’)

@NoMoreBacon

@FitBottomGirls

@FitChickNYC

@FatGirlsCanRun

@workoutmommy

@FatGirlvsWorld

@LosingintheCity

@NYCPatty

@TheWeightress

@karla522

@SkinnyEmmie

@rennejross

@YumYucky

@FitandFreeEmily

@LizzyFit

@MizFitOnline

@debroby

@runningknitwit

@DietsinReview

@gettinfitbritt

@katdoesdiets

@shauna

@RunonAwesome

@PoiseinParma

@BlogofSteve

@MrsFatass

@juliejulie (sorry I missed you!)

@foodiemcbody (likewise!)

@shesafitchick

@andreametcalf

@meganloses

@amylburford

@fittofatCarrie

@runeatdatesleep

   

Looking forward to a sexy East Coast Tweet-Up soon!

 

 

Ox Ox,

 

BFC

Brooklyn Fit Chick

 

Follow me on Twitter: BrooklynFitChik (note the spelling!)

 

 

Playlist of the Week: "Right as Rain" with @OfficialAdele

 

BROOKLYN FIT CHICK'S FAVORITE PLAYLIST

 

 

(This Week...)

 

"Right as Rain" (45-minute Ride)

 

I came up with this ride before the crap-tastic weather hit the east coast this week. (Oy, enough with the rain and fog puh-leeeze!)

 

But let’s not focus on the rain outside. None of us can control that.  Rather—let’s focus on the joys of working out indoors.

For example:

• Working out indoors is usually climate controlled and therefore more comfortable.
• Inside you don’t have to deal with cars or HUGE strollers blocking your way. (Damn you Park Slope stroller mafia!)
• Inside you can listen to music full blast and be safe.

 

There—don’t you feel better already? No, oh hell. I tried.

 

Anyhoo, my list this week begins with my new favorite artist (and imaginary, celebrity rock star best friend) Adele with a little ditty from her first album. I also had a yen for some new Beastie Boys as well and off I went to create this wild and wacky ride. Please to enjoy…

 

• Right as Rain: Adele

It’s got a fun, cocktail-y kind of beat that makes you want to tap your toes and be witty at a dinner party.

 

   

 

 

 

• Heaven Knows: Donna Summer

The kind of song that makes me wish Donna would record some new music. If Cher can have a comeback—why not Donna Summer people?

  

 

 

 

• Ragdoll: Aerosmith

I have a totally unreasonable hatred of American Idol but adore the eccentric Stephen Tyler who somehow made them seem cool again. Take a moment here to enjoy this fun little gem from the 90s and if you get the chance—read Tyler’s autobiography Does the Noise in my Head Bother You? C’est magnifique!

 

 

 

 

 

• I Love Music: The O’Jays

Lately I have been digging longer, rolling climbs in my classes (one minute flat, one minute on an incline) and this old soul classic is simply purr-fect for the job.

 

   

 

 

• Hella Good: No Doubt

Just try to listen to this song without shaking your booty—it’s impossible!

 

 

 

 

 

• What a Wonderful World: Joey Ramone

Who knew old Joey was such a soft-hearted guy? R.I.P. oh mighty one...

 

   

 

 

 

• The Way You Make Me Feel:  Michael Jackson

I think I owned about ten different versions of the object of M.J.’s desires’ short black dress. Word.

 

   

 

 

 

• Tell Me Baby: Red Hot Chili Peppers

Yes, most of their music sounds the same. But who cares, really?

 

   

 

 

 

• Make Some Noise: Beastie Boys

Holler! Brooklyn’s finest export is back again and they are kickin’ it people!

 

Warning, they use the “M.F.” word if you have sensitive folks in your class. I don’t which is why I love them so.

 

 

 

 

 

 

• Rock This Town: Stray Cats

Reminds me of when I used to think Slim Jim Phantom was cool. (Oh so long ago.)

 

   

 

 

• In Da Club: 50 Cent

White people cannot bob their heads enough to this song. In a good way!

 

 

   

 

 

 

• Take a Picture: Filter

I defend this as a perfectly good pop/rock song. Plus I used to have a crush on the singer Richard Patrick (whose brother is actor Robert Patrick {Terminator Two} by the way.)

 

   

 

 

 

• Hypnotized: Fleetwood Mac

If you are not familiar with their music before Lindsey and Stevie showed up—check out this smooth-as-silk number.  

 

 

 

 

That’s all I have today folks. Let me know about some of your favorite songs. I am always looking for good tunes.

 

Until next time…

 

Ox Ox,

Brooklyn Fit Chick

Follow Me On Twitter: @BrooklynFitChik (note the spelling!) 

What Did We Learn This Month? @glamourdotcom @MarthaStewart @O_Magazine

 

 

What Did We Learn This Month?

 

Recaps of Glamour, Martha Stewart Living and O magazines

 

   

Hey there! Hi there! Ho there!

 

So this week I am busy getting my Blog posts up because I am heading to the Fitbloggin’ conference in Baltimore on Thursday (check out the link here if you want more information.) If you are attending—please let me know so we can officially say “hello.” Love meeting Blog and Twitter pals!

 

In the meantime, I have some June magazines to recap today for your reading pleasure. Please to enjoy…

 

  

 

 

Glamour: June 2011 issue

 

Glamour has a full case of “Summer 2011 Fever” this issue so let’s dive in shall we?

• "What’s Up With All the Milks?" We get the rundown on the difference between almond, soy, rice and just plain old cow’s milk.
• “Your Must-Read Summer Skin Update” Its June so most magazines have a “skin cancer” feature and Glamour is no different. We get your standard true/false quiz plus a page of scary-looking skin moles that has saved 70 readers’ lives in the past (wow!)
• "5 Secrets of Rock-Star Abs" A pretty damn accurate rundown on what the pop artists with the fabulous figures do to get fit. It’s not fun and it takes a ton of work which is the honest, smart message to give to readers.
• “What I Want You to Know About AIDS: Unbelievable as it may seem, Jake Glaser is 26 years-old and has lived his entire life with HIV. Jake’s mother was the late AIDS activist Elizabeth Glaser who died due to complications of the disease in 1994 when he was just 10 years old. (He also lost his four-year old sister to the disease.) GET THE MAGAZINE AND READ THIS ARTICLE. If this gent doesn’t inspire you—you are officially heartless.  
• "This Rising Star’s Four Rules for You" Glamour has a cool feature called “The 5-Minute Mentor” and this month we get NASA scientist Felisa Wolfe-Simon offer her “four laws of getting people to believe in you.’ Nice!
• “She Frees Innocent Prisoners” An excellent piece about Houstonite Alicia O’Neill who works to find justice for the wrongly convicted. Incredibly she was inspired after the disappearance of her friend, Jessica Lee Cain who was never found.
• “The Secret That Kills 4 Women a Day” Very important article talking about domestic abuse and women terrorized by men who supposedly love them. Good, smart stuff here.

 

You can check out Glamour for yourself here: At this link.

 

 

 

 

 

Martha Stewart Living: June 2011 issue

Very few of us can achieve the excellence that is the oeuvre of Ms. Stewart—but dammit we can try! Here is the June issue with lots of “cool ideas” for summer entertaining. To those who attempt these recipes—good luck!

• "Summer’s Best Sips" I like my occasional glass of wine and we get some tasty choices on this page.
• "Here Comes the Sun" The best sunscreens to protect your outer layer this season.
• "Sunny Delight" Page after page of ideas for summer entertaining. Too intimidated to try these myself but you should go for it.   
• "Home for the Summer" If you are lucky enough to have anything resembling a back yard and/or a porch—this is the article for you. And I am very envious of your life already. Sight unseen.  
• “10 Feel-Good Things to do this June” From creating a sweeter pitcher of water to “perking up your meals with pecans”—little things can make you so much happier and healthier according the M.S. So you should try it!
• “Shall We Dance” Did you know dancing is an excellent way to keep fit and get strong? Well now you do-you’re welcome!  

 

Check out Martha Stewart Living & her groovy Blogs: At this link.   

 

 

 

 

 

O magazine: June 2011 issue

I have said this before but I will say it again. If you have “OWN” on your cable system—check out Oprah Behind the Scenes of the 25^th Season. It will literally change your life people!  Just check it out for yourself. You will thank me later.

 

Anyways--- we have Oprah’s magazine ready for recapping.

 

• Maria Sharapova: The insanely beautiful and talented athlete offers us her favorite things in life and the thing that motivates her to win each match. (It has to do with holding up shiny trophies!)
• “Early Adopters” “Unleashed” is a program in New York City that offers middle school girls to train rescued dogs and find them a home. Amazing! Please consider adopting a pet if you are in the market folks. So many sweet little animals out there are in need of a home. You will feel like a rock star!
• "The O List" The producers of Oprah’s show get to pick their favorite things on planet earth. Their favorite things ever! (So you know it’s some cool-ass shit.)
• "Bob Greene Better Body Boot Camp" O’s favorite trainer Bob Greene gave three lucky-as-hell readers a chance to have a personal boot camp with him. Good story but I wish they included some workout moves as well.
• “The Air Out There” Did you know that the damage the crappy air outside can do to your health? Well it can be pretty intense but here we get advice on how to protect yourself without working in a bubble suit all day.
•  “Surprising Summer Remedies” Dr. Mehmet Oz has some natural first-aid cures for us. Yeah!
• “Books That Made a Difference to Steve Earl” If you are not familiar with musician, actor, activist and all around badass Steve Earle—you damn well should be! Anyway, here we get his favorite books of all time.
• “25 Years!” All Oprah show shit going on here in this section people! We have Gayle King, O’s shows in Australia, O’s fashion hits and misses, O’s hair dos (and don’ts!) and all sorts of fun numbers including the most guests at one time (176!)

 

  Check out O, the Oprah Magazine: At this link.  

 

That's all she wrote for now folks. Keep coming back and I will keep you updated on the latest news, reviews, silly videos, playlists, giveaways and all good things that make life worth living. Who can beat that?

 

Until next time…

 

Ox Ox,

Brooklyn Fit Chick

Follow Me On Twitter: @BrooklynFitChik (note the spelling!) 

 

New Playlist! "Motown Mania!" Ride... Bring Your Dancing Shoes!

 

 

BROOKLYN FIT CHICK'S FAVORITE PLAYLIST

(This Week...)

 

"Motown Mania!" (50-minute Ride)

 

Recently I had a sub for one of my classes who played nothing by Diana Ross and Supremes music for the entire hour. While they were a little tired of the “single artist” playlist—they mentioned how much fun it was to hear Motown for a change. (Guess I am playing my Alt Rock a wee bit too much...)

 

I used to love Motown music. One of my favorite albums when I was a young lass was the soundtrack to The Big Chill which was chock-full of 60s soul music with a little Creedence Clearwater Revival thrown in for good measure. It was such a popular soundtrack that the movie studio created a second album in short time.

 

The problem for me was that because of the popularity of the movie (and especially the music)—60s soul was played everywhere on TV and in the movies throughout the 80s after that. (Anyone else remember the California raisin’s commercial? Oy!)

 

It got to the point that songs I used to love and play endlessly such as Respect, I Feel Good, and The Locomotion started to make my teeth itch. It was just a case of too many repeated listenings to the same type of beat and the same sugary lyrics turned my love into dread.

 

But I was challenged by my students to come up with a fun playlist of songs that are not overplayed and will put everyone in a good mood for the rest of the day. So I bring you my “Motown Mania” ride today.

 

Interesting fact, many popular soul artists you would assume would be on the Motown label including Aretha Franklin, James Brown and solo Michael Jackson are in fact NOT Motown artists. But I think you will like this playlist just the same.

 

If nothing else, I hope it puts a smile on your face today.

 

 

• Dancing in the Street: Martha Reeves & the Vandellas

If this doesn’t make you clap your hands and tap your toes, have someone check your pulse right away! Van Halen does a really fun version of this as well. Mick Jagger & David Bowie's version should be tossed into the Hudson River.    

 

   

 

 

 

• The Tears of a Clown: Smokey Robinson & the Miracles

I never really paid attention to the lyrics before adding it on my list and it is one the saddest songs ever. (Aw, poor Smokey.)

  

   

 

 

• Uptight: Stevie Wonder

One of my favorite artists of all time is featured twice during this ride.

 

 

 

 

 

• Papa Was a Rollin’ Stone: The Temptations

Most Motown songs clock in under three minutes time but this one rolls on for seven groovy ones. I normally don’t tell you what to do with the songs but if you are curious—for this song we climb rolling hills for one minute at a time.

 

   

 

 

 

• Love Man: Otis Redding

My favorite use of this song is from the movie Grumpy Old Men. (Couldn't find that clip, dammit.)

 

   

 

 

• I’m Coming Out: Diana Ross

Women and gay men especially love this song.

 

   

 

 

 

• You Keep Me Hangin’ On:  Diana Ross & The Supremes

Don’t be fooled into buying the “disco” version from iTunes like I was.

 

   

 

 

 

• Superfreak: Rick James

RIP Rick James. You were apparently freakier than any of us realized.

 

 

 

 

•  Superstition: Stevie Wonder

One of his best songs ever—period. Stevie Ray Vaughn does a pretty killer version of this as well.

 

   

 

 

• Reach Out, I’ll Be There: The Four Tops

Very sad and romantic at the same time.

 

   

 

 

 

• Ain’t No Mountain High Enough: Marvin Gaye & Tammi Terrell

This song always reminds me of the movie Remember the Titans which I feel compelled to watch every single time it is on TV.

 

   

 

 

 

• The Love You Save: Jackson 5

Aw, Michael. I envy every single person in the TV audience who got to see them live!

 

 

 

 

 

 

• Heard it Through the Grapevine: Gladys Knight & The Pips

If you are going to do remake a song—make sure it kicks ass. Like this little ditty here.

 

 

 

 

 

• Never Can Say Goodbye: Jackson 5

Just because I love it so much. (This is a cool down song by the way.)

 

 

 

 

That’s all I have today folks. Let me know about some of your favorite songs. I am always looking for good tunes.

 

Until next time…

 

Ox Ox,

Brooklyn Fit Chick

Follow Me On Twitter: @BrooklynFitChik (note the spelling!) 

What Did We Learn This Month? @FitnessRXWomen @OxygenMagazine @Real_Simple

 

What Did We Learn This Month?

 

Recaps of FitnessRX, Oxygen and Real Simple

 

 

Hey there! Hi there! Ho there!

 

So else is attending Fitbloggin’ (link) in Baltimore next week? I am arriving next Thursday evening and so far do not have dinner plans or know who I am going to hang out with so please get in touch when you have a minute. (@BrooklynFitChik) I am eager to meet my Tweet Peeps!

 

Anyhoo, I have some cool magazines to get us all inspired for shorts and tank-tops weather. Two are from healthy-minded magazines that I feel do not get enough credit for being smart/scientifically minded reads and the last one inspired me to clear the clutter from my life and live it to my best potential. So let’s dive in shall we?

 

 

 

 
 

 

FitnessRX: June 2011 issue

Our first magazine is FitnessRX (for women!) and their editorial mission is to provide “The Scientific Approach to Health and Fitness.”  

• “Fat Loss RX Info-Bits” Lots of excellent information offered here that is actual scientific research and not anecdotal mumbo jumbo. My favorite: High Protein, Low-Carb Diet May Increase the Risk of Colorectal Cancer (So tell your clients to stop following those fad diets!)
• “Health RX Info-Bits” Smart stuff here as well including the study on how stretching before exercise has zero effect on injuries.   
• "Fuel Your Fat Loss" Here we get the latest on tea “catechins” and caffeine being included in foods and supplements to help fat loss.  
• "Nicole Wilkins’ Ms. Figure International Championship Workout" The cover star gives her personal cardio and weight training work that gives her a lean and string frame.
• "Jennifer Nicole Lee’s Secrets to a Strong, Sexy, Sleek Physique" FitnessRX talks to the fitness infomercial babe (Ab-Circle Pro) and HSN (Home shopping Network) fitness gear seller about her own personal JNL Fusion method of training.
• “Tummy Terrific” A solid diet and workout regime to calm belly bloat (should you have any and I am not saying you do…)
• “You Snooze, You Lose” Getting a good night’s sleep will not only rest your body and mind—but it is also essential for maintaining a healthy weight. Really!
• “Chilling Out to Lose Fat” America has become a society that is addicted to climate control. We never want to feel cold in the winter or hot in the summer so we stick with being indoors where these things can be controlled. By learning to adjust to cold weather/temperatures can really help with fat loss. Once again, really!

Check out FitnessRX online at this link.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Oxygen: May 2011 issue

My favorite Canadian-based pub has an impressive May issue with exclusive routines and the latest research.

• “Beauty Food” Tosca Reno offers some excellent recipes that are good for you inside and out.
• “Find Your Balance” Jamie Eason talks about the perils of “tank-top training” (when you only trains the parts of your body people actually see) and gives advice on how to eat and train for your entire body.
• Vicki Pratt: Oxygen’s first (and current!) cover star dishes on her life in Los Angeles, her love of Gordon Ramsey, and winning against poker champion Johnny Chan.  
• "Spring Forward" A page of super-cool gear that takes into mind the shedding and adding we all must do while training in wild, wacky spring weather.
• "Beach Body Boot Camp" Say you want to create your own personal boot camp to get your body quickly into shape, you are in luck because Oxygen has a program you can take just about anywhere. Really!
• “Look Great in a Tank-Top” How to get string, sexy, sculpted shoulders.
• “Training Your Lower Abs” Oxygen’s publisher, Robert Kennedy, gives his own personal routine where “failure is not an option.”

 You can check out Oxygen’s online site at this link.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Real Simple:  June 2011 issue

I just love this magazine so much. Whenever I read it, a sense of clam just overwhelms me. The June is pretty terrific I have to say.

• “6/11 Gift Guide” Page after page of amazing ideas for dads and newlyweds.
• "Summer Beauty All-Stars" The best for skin, hair and make-up that will last through the sweltering summer months.
• “What Can I Do About Rosacea” A problem of mine on and off for years. Good advice here.
• “Body of Evidence” A guide to learning more about your cravings, breakouts, sleep habits and more.
• “The Decoder of Milk” An informative page devoted to milk of all kinds including soy, rice and traditional.
• “Save Big on Summer Travel” 10 strategies for saving big time on your summer journeys.
• “Grate Expectations” Totally yummo recipes for the grill. Mine will be out on my fire escape—for reals!

Check out Real Simple online at this link.

  

That's all she wrote for now folks. Keep coming back and I will keep you updated on the latest news, reviews, silly videos, playlists, giveaways and all good things that make life worth living. Who can beat that?

 

Until next time…

 

Ox Ox,

Brooklyn Fit Chick

Follow Me On Twitter: @BrooklynFitChik (note the spelling!) 

 

What Did We Learn This Month? @BicyclingMag June issue

 

 

What Did We Learn This Month?

 

 Bicycling magazine: June 2011

 

 
 

 

What’s happening in the June issue of Bicycling? 

 

The June issue marks a bit of a redesign of the magazine with a new logo and, according to Editor in Chief Peter Flax, “….we’re aspiring to make this service more engaging and more graphic.”

 

 

Here is a link from Bicycling.com describing in detail the new look and feel of the magazine from the editors of Bicycling: (link here.)

 

(By the way, they go for a bike ride EVERY DAY at lunchtime. How jealous am I? Grrr.)

 

So let’s take a look at the new Bicycling shall we?

 

  

"Friends in High Places” 

Bicycling offers a glimpse into the journey of six friends who decide to decide to take on California’s Mt. Baldy. We’re talking “12,000 feet of climbing” through an area of California I know quite well and am always in awe of those who can take those hills. The switchback up there will knock you on your ass people—literally.

 

 

 
 
 

“Let’s Get Ready to Fondooooo!”

The Italian import of “big rides” and group fun are taking the country by storm. Here we get tips on how to prepare for your own Fondo plus a list of the best Fondos coming up this summer. (Can’t believe I missed the NYC Fondo—dammit!)

 

 

  

  

 

 

“Get Your Back in Action”

I teach a few core classes per week and can always pick out the runners and cyclists who take little time working out their back muscles. You have to have balance in your musculature people! Try out these exercises adapted from Foundation: Redefine Your Core, Conquer Back Pain and Move with Confidence by Eric Goodman and Peter Park {Rodale, $23.

 

 

 

 

"Lotions and Potions"

I love this article not only because I am the clumsiest person alive and am always in need of the latest ointments for scrapes and bruises, but also because they will use a gnarly photo like this one to illustrate it (looks familiar!)

 

 

 

 

 

"It’s in the Bag”

The best bags, totes and carryalls to suit your needs (I’m a sucker for shopping pages.)

 

 

 

 

 

 

“Urban Legend”

Leroy Hayes was a tough-minded (and overweight) loner in high school when Ryan Oelkers introduced the Philadelphia teen to the world of competitive cycling. The Cadence Cycling Foundation now sponsors 13 teams and more than 100 cyclists from Philly to Delaware giving kids a chance to achieve in a sport that is thought to be predominantly white and affluent. Loved this!

 

 
 

 
 
  And now the rest of the best of this issue of Bicycling:

• "Power Up On Pasta" The carbs you should load up on before a big race day and what to feast on post ride.  
• "Replace Worn Brake Pads" Signs your brake pads are worn, why they wear quickly and how to fix them on your own.
• "12 Jerseys We Love" Bicycling picks their favorite gear which includes an adorable striped number from Adidas by Stella McCartney that totally has my name on it.
• "90 Days” In case you were wondering how many days it takes to break a bad habit. Here we get strategies for avoiding traps such as eating too much post-ride and “flaming out” midsummer and more.
• “Beyond the City Limits” The editors and experts from Bicycling went to Austin to try out tons of bikes on the roads there.

 

Follow Bicycling at their website: Bicycling online.

 

Overall Grade: 

A!  Love the new look and there was plentiful good advice and inspiring stories to keep me interested.  

 

Keep it up and see you in July Bicycling!

 

Ox ox,

Brooklyn Fit Chick

(BFC)

Follow me on Twitter: @BrooklynFitChik (note the spelling!)

 

 

 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

What Did We Learn This Month? @goodhealth magazine May issue

 

 

What Did We Learn This Month?

 

 Health magazine: May 2011

 

 
 

 

What’s happening in the May issue of Health? 

 

Health Cover Star for May: 

Country singer Miranda Lambert who is in the middle of an incredible year with her first Grammy win this past February and getting hitched to fellow musician Blake Shelton at the end of this month. At 27-years old, Miranda is young woman with an old soul due to an incredible childhood raised by parents who truly believed in helping your fellow man in their time of need.

 

Miranda’s parents were private eyes who ran their business out of their home—take that “Hart to Hart!” As such, there were times when the Lambert family would take in victims of domestic abuse. The experience taught the singer the power of helping others and currently she and Blake have 7 rescued dogs in their home!

 

Here is a photo of the Miranda inside:

 

 
 

While on the road, Miranda keeps fit with a personal trainer and a healthy meal plan while shunning the need to be skinny.  “I’m happy with my body,” says Miranda. “So many girls come up to me and say ‘Thank you for being normal,’ I’m proud of that” she adds.”

 

So what else is inside the May Health?

  

  

"Health Beauty Awards 2011” 

Health’s gives us the best of the best in beauty which always makes me smile (skin care doesn’t depend on size!) What you need to get in moisturizer, make-up, hair care and body care stuffs. Enjoy.

 

 

 
 
 

“What I Love About Beach Days:

The divine Maya Rudolph (formerly of Saturday Night Live and starring in the sure-to-be hilarious Bridesmaids) shares her favorite things about summer.

 

 

  

 

 

 

“Shape Up for Summer”

The adorable Cara Castronuova from The Biggest Loser gives us a “high-tempo, no-equipment workout” that is designed to “be done anywhere at any time” and “work multiple muscle groups.”  Plus we get her simple diet plan should you choose to try it out.

 

 

 

 

 

"Should You Go to the ER?"

So you bang you head (or your toe) and you are not sure exactly how injured you really are—read this article so you know whether or not to dial 911.

 

 

 

 

"Take a Hike”

Are you excited to get outdoors and enjoy the fresh air and lack of snow on the ground? Well before you head out to the woods and beyond—check out these fun accoutrements.

 

 

 

 

 

 

“Mix & Match Workout”

Will Amason of Equinox gyms in Dallas gives us his moves for a super-quick intervals class that will tone your muscles in a jiffy.

 

 

 

 
 
  And now the rest of the best of this issue of Health:

• "The New Rules of Sun Safety" The latest research and advice for protecting your epidermis from too much sun exposure.
• "Natural Cures That Really Work" Some of the “natural” ways to heal you can fine on the interwebs contains surprisingly good advice—and some of it is a crock. Find out which are which in this article.
• "How to Remember Everything" I know I read this article, but I forgot about it already. Need to get back to it STAT!
• "Crazy for Coffee” Few things in life make me happier than coffee. Really.  
• “Pregnant with Cancer” Believe it or not—you can survive a bout of cancer while pregnant. Check out this harrowing (and heartwarming) tale here.
• “The 10 Most Slimming Activities” The best places to wind down while toning up. The “Swell Women Surf & Yoga Retreat” in Maui looks particularly amazing. Check out their link.

 

Follow Heath online at: Health magazine link.  

Overall Grade: 

A-!  Strong features, fitness pages and tons of beauty stuff. Me likey!

 

Keep it up and see you in June Health!

 

Ox ox,

Brooklyn Fit Chick

(BFC)

Follow me on Twitter: @BrooklynFitChik (note the spelling!)

 

 

What Did We Learn This Month? @Shape_Magazine May 2011

 

 

What Did We Learn This Month?

 

 Shape magazine: May 2011

 

 

 

 What’s happening in the May issue of Shape? 

 

Shape Cover Star for May: 

Jillian Michaels, the badass trainer from The Biggest Loser and the author of Unlimited. This five-foot dynamo has a passion to help others to live the best life they can and to that end—she is changing direction from being primarily a fitness expert to more of a “life coach.”

 

Jillian opens up to Shape about how karate saved her life when she was a teenager, her 1-10 scale for foods (1 is for “superfoods” and 10 is referred to “crap foods that could kill you tomorrow,”) and the fact she has been in therapy with the same doctor since she was five years-old, (Yowza!)

 

Inside the magazine Jillian offers her favorite 20-minute workout routine and shows off the results in a series of bikinis. See for yourself here!

 

 

 

 

 

If you want to win an autographed copy of Unlimited—go to Shape.com/jillian for details.

 

So what else is inside the May Shape?

  

"Sun-Sational Protection" 

Shape looks at the best sun protection products on the market for the face, for active bodies, and even for your hair.

 

 

 
 
 

“Legends of the Fall”

Christie Glissmeyer is a professional kayaker who is the world record holder for “running the highest waterfall” for an incredible 82-foot lunge. This is the stuff my nightmares are made of but Christie loves the challenge and she offers us her tips for taking your fitness to the next level.

 

 

 

 

 

“Tinseltown’s Go-To Girl”

Here we have a fun article devoted to celebrity trainer Ramona Braganza who has worked with hot babes like Halle Berry and Jessica Alba and has some cool tips to get more “oomph” from your workout.

 

 

 

 

 

"Core Boosters"

If you want “rock star” abs (I am guessing Gwen Stefani vs. Meatloaf) here is an excellent series of core moves created by trainer Keri Schlopy Crockett whose DVD is titled 400-Calorie Fat Blast ($15; amazon.com.)

 

Keri’s sister-in-law is Olympic swimmer Summer Sanders and she serves as our model. Check out Summer here!

 

 

 

Seriously—get the magazine just for this workout. I am going to use all of these moves in my class!

 

 
 
  And now the rest of the best of this issue of Shape:

• "Sizzling South Beach" If this long-ass, drawn-out winter hasn’t put you in the mood for sun and fun—these pages will perk you up right away. All the best to do in the fabulous city of Miami.
• "Mom’s the Word" Great gift ideas for your Mum. (Mother’s Day is May 8^th people!) 
• "Out With Allergies" Shape goes to the experts for advice on how to control the dreaded-allergy season.
• "Get Your Kicks” Super-bright and fun guide for sneakers that get me in the mood to shop. Can we get the weather to cooperate here? Its 40 degrees in New York today!
• “Get 360* Sexy!” Celebrity trainer Bob Harper has some moves to work on your extra-jiggly bits.
• “Lose Wight This Weekend” If you find yourself falling off the healthy-eating wagon on Saturdays and Sundays—you are not alone. Strategies to keep the extra-noshing to a minimum.
• “Sexy Summer Skin-STAT!” How to get glowing skin when the weather gets a little sweatier and grimier.

 

Follow Shape magazine online at: Shape magazine link.

 

Overall Grade: 

B +!  Great workout pages—superb! The fashion pages—not so much. Maybe next month?

 

Keep it up and see you in June Shape!

 

Ox ox,

Brooklyn Fit Chick

(BFC)

Follow me on Twitter: @BrooklynFitChik (note the spelling!)

 

  

 
 
 
 
 

 

 
 
 
 

 

What Did We Learn This Month? @Allure_magazine @Esquiremag @GQMagazine

 

 

What Did We Learn This Month?

 

Recaps of Allure, Esquire and GQ

 

Hey there! Hi there! Ho there! I have some fun May magazines to recap for y’all so let’s get to it shall we? We are going from the pretty to the awesome to the silly today. Enjoy…

 

 

 

 

 

Allure magazine: May 2011 issue

 

Get ready folks—this is the annual “Look Better Naked” issue that teaches all how to do just that. I myself depend on soft lighting and faulty memories but I guess a little more proactive work could help as well. Oh well, let’s see what else they have for us.

• Lauren Conrad: The former star of The Hills (never saw it—my reality TV channel is Bravo) talks about her life after MTV fame, her latest fashion venture and the tabloid media who hound her for her body size (ass hats!) She sounds nice and down-to-earth.  
• “Hard to Swallow” Holy shit balls! This was one intense article about the newest diet pills on the market that have women who are known to be “high-functioning” and “successful” hooked. A cautionary tale that hopefully will spare someone out there from this addiction.  
• "Feeling the Heat" A ‘Sun & Skill Special” describing the skin cancer scare for 23 year-old Lindsey Floyd. Wear sunblock people!
• "Insider’s Guide: The Art of the Breakup" Tips on how to break up professionally from your personal trainer, therapist, hairstylist and personal physician. Good advice here.
• "Bare Essentials" The hair-removal questions we all have—answered by reporter Judith Newman.
• “Baring All” Tons of famous babes in the buff including Keri Hilson, Ashley Tisdale, Bridget Moynihan and Kaley Cuoco. They all look great though truth-be-told—I don’t recognize most of them.
• “Belly Dance” Five motivated Allure staffers take six weeks to work on their abs and we get to see the results. They all look great by the way!

 

  Check out Allure magazine online at: Allure magazine link.

 

 

 

 
 

 

Esquire: May 2011 issue

 

Esquire this month abides! So let’s dance on our favorite rug, put on some bowling shoes and enjoy a magazine that has the good sense to put sexy Jeff Bridges on the cover—hooray!  

 

• “The Best TV for Men (Is on Cable)" Normally I like shows that men dig and am anticipating FX’s Wilfred like nobody’s business. (Guy meets a dog that looks like a dude in a dog suit to him but everyone else sees a real dog. Stars Elijah Wood and is very Meta…) Summer TV totally rules folks!
• “Q & A: Paul Feig, Director of Bridesmaids” Finally a female-centered comedy that looks like it will be actually, you know, funny. Feig helped make the best TV show of all time Freaks & Geeks so I will always give him the benefit of the doubt.
• “Lady Gaga: Fifty-Nine Questions” Apparently the people at Esquire are mystified by her success. (Isn’t this supposed to be a gay-friendly pub?)
• Jeff Bridges: An interview with one of my favorite actors of all time. Do yourself a favor; check out The Contender when you get a chance The Dude as President!
• “The Founding Father” A profile of (maybe) Presidential candidate Rand Paul. I admire his love (and knowledge) of the U. S. Constitution but cannot disagree more on his stance about the Civil War.
• “50 Songs Everyone Should Be Listening To” I’ll take their word for it. Some fun, unexpected choices here.
• “Hitched” Loved this! Esquire has the men’s guide for finding a gal, getting her to marry you and how to stay happily married. Good stuff here.

 

Check out Esquire’s excellent web site at: Esquire magazine link.

  

 

 

 

 
 

 

GQ May 2011 issue

One of my favorite comedians, Zach Galifianakis, graces the cover of this fun issue. Let’s dive in shall we?

 

Good on you GQ!

•  “What You Need to Know about Rum” I really wish the women’s pubs would write stories like this. I am not joking folks. There is a historical perspective here plus cool tips on the best kinds of rum to buy for every occasion. Cheers!
• "Dead Kennedys" Tom Carson offers his take on what I personally thought was a crappy movie—The Kennedys that aired on the FLIX network (I had no idea I had that channel before this movie came into existence.  He says we are too much in love with the fantasy of JFK and Camelot and need to embrace the sleazier facts of the Kennedy family’s life. Um, okay.
• “It’s Not Us, It’s You” GQ has the balls to make fun of Kate Hudson’s movie career. (I am still made about the two hours I spent watching Bride Wars—grrr.)
• “Mad German Auteur, Now in 3-D” Awesome filmmaker (and narrator!) Werner Herzog talks about his super-cool new flick that is all about cave paintings. It’s much more exciting than it sounds.
• Zach Galifianakis:  Sort of a “Mad Libs”-style interview with the funnyman. Yeah!

 

Check out GQ’s web site here: GQ magazine link.  

 

That's all she wrote for now folks. Keep coming back and I will keep you updated on the latest news, reviews, silly videos, playlists, giveaways and all good things that make life worth living. Who can beat that?

 

Until next time…

 

Ox Ox,

Brooklyn Fit Chick

Follow Me On Twitter: @BrooklynFitChik (note the spelling!)