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Last day of Paleo 30-Day plan. I have to say--I did pretty well! Tonight at 9 pm "Sober October" ends. Cheers & Happy Halloween! @robbwolf @kerriolkjer #paleo #paleosolutions #jerf #eatclean

What Did We Learn This Month @Shape_Magazine with Pink on the Cover!

 

 

What Did We Learn This Month?

 

 Shape: November 2012

 

 

 

 

 

Shape Cover Star for November: 

Pink is on the cover and showing off a seriously fit bod (she works out with uber trainer Jeanette Jenkins which makes me incredibly jealous.) The singer & actress sports some cute moves in the Shape interview as she opens up about her over 50-pound weight gain while pregnant with daughter Willow (she ate “a lot of cheesecake” those nine months.)

 

Pink wasn’t in any rush to lose the weight and instead focused on a healthy plan back to her pre-baby weight and now works out with Jenkins five days per week. (I am now really, really jealous!)

 

She shares her favorite abs moves inside the magazine and you can get a sneak preview here:

 

So what else is inside the November Shape?

  

“Build a Better Workout”

How would you like an exercise routine that you can do in two ten-minute sessions per day and help boost your metabolism? Well LA-based trainer Patrick Murphy did just that with are both cardio & strength based that you can squeeze into your schedule before you leave for work and when you get home that will leave you plenty of time to enjoy the rest of your life. (Win/win people!)

 

 

“Shape Your life”

Shape honors the “first ladies of fashion, food, film, fiction and more.” They include:

• Aerin Lauder: Beauty Entrepreneur
• Misty May-Treanor & Kerri Walsh Jennings: Badass Olympians
• Stella McCartney: Eco-Friendly Fashionista
• Kathryn Bigelow: Film Director
• Kathleen Sebelius: Wellness Warrior
• EL James: Libido Lifter (Fifty Shades of Grey)
• Lorena Garcia: Culinary Crusader

 

 

 

“Kick Butts for Good”

This past June marks my tenth year cigarette-free. I want more of you to join me so please read this article if you are still a smoker and want to quit. Pretty please!

 

 

“Tech Support”

The latest in tech gear that will help you achieve better workouts and keep you safer (the Cerevellum Hindsight Rearview Biking Computer sounds amazing to any of you looking to get me a present this holiday season!)

 

 

 

“November Workout of the Month”

I love this!! Let’s say you can’t get to the gym during the holidays and you need to get that workout in. Just try this program (created by excellent trainer Jay Cardiello who is Shape’s fitness editor at large.) No medicine ball on hand to throw around? Just use a pillow and your family angst and you can get your endorphin rush!

 

 

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

• "Turn Back the Clock” Shape’s beauty editors talk about the latest in beauty RX plus natural ways to look younger.
• “Boot Camp” It is BOOT SEASON everyone! Now let’s go shopping!  
• “Raise the Barre” I am all set to do my first barre class this weekend (Physique 57—who is with me?) so this page held my interest.  
• “Ace Your Race” I am so proud of all of you out there who are running in the marathons this season! Check out Shape for any last-minute tips you may need.
• “No Fowl Play” Advice on how to avoid an epic pig out on Turkey Day. (I usually pig out. I am not judging anyone who does the same!)

 

Follow Shape magazine online at: www.Shape.com

 

Overall Grade: 

A Really good information featured here with excellent workouts. My favorite November issue so far!

 

Have you read the November Shape yet? What was your favorite article? Also, do you like the new Pink song? I can’t say I am a huge fan of it. Oh well…

 

Ox ox,

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What Did We Learn this Month? @SELFmagazine with The Vampire Diaries Nina Dobrev on the Cover!

 

 

What Did We Learn This Month?

 

 SELF: November 2012

 

 

 

SELF Cover Star for November: 

Nina Dobrev

?

 

Apparently Dobrev stars in the CW show The Vampire Diaries which I have never seen so I have really have nothing to judge about her except from what I read in the interview. The Toronto native appears to be a nice enough gal who keeps in shape with yoga (she lets SELF know her favorite poses to get the lean body she has) and has a desire to open her own studio someday. That and she never checks her bag when she flies (me neither.)

 

You can read all about Nina Dobrev at Self.com here.

 

So What Else is in the November SELF?

 

“Take a fit-cation”

Is it bad that it’s not even Halloween yet (as I am typing this) and my mind is already thinking about taking a winter break? Okay—SELF may have had something to do with that because they go and feature a whole bunch of awesome-sounding vacations here.

 

 

"Would You Own a Gun?”

I have never fired a real gun and am terrified at the thought of it. But, I am a single woman living in NYC so I can’t say I have never thought about my safety and whether or not I should take lessons. Here we get a detailed report on the pros and cons of owning firearms.

 

 

 

“Sculpt Smarter, Look Hotter”

Are you looking for a quick sculpting plan you can do at home? Try some of these moves from some of the best trainers in the business.

 

 

 

“Your T-Day Dinner--Slimmer”

I don’t know about all of you but I have a hard time restraining myself over Thanksgiving. I love just about every single damn thing that is served that day! Here SELF offers suggestions on how to cut back on some of the gluttony.

 

 

“Have Wall: Get Fit”

SELF fitness editor Marissa Stephenson (who sports a fierce six-pack!) is the model for our exercises from NYC training expert Rustin Steward.

 

 

“One-Pan Wonders”

I like easy meals that are also delicious and these seem to fit the bill just fine!

 

 

The Rest of the Best of the November SELF:

• "Vote! Your Health Depends on It!” Please tell me that you are registered to vote and know where to do it? I hope so!
• "Pot Legal? It Could Happen" A certain family member of mine (who is three years younger than me and lives in Canada) would giggle reading this article. And that is all I have to say about it. (Let’s see if he really reads my Blog!)
•  "2012 SELF Fragrance Awards” I tend to be a cheapskate when it comes to perfume (though over the years I find them tough to take.) But if I were to splurge—SELF has some good ideas on what to get at the beauty counter. (Or better yet—what to put on my holiday gift list!)  
• “Permission to be Lazy Granted” Thank you SELF!!

 

Overall Grade: 

B+ The November issue is a fine, cozy read.

 

Have you read the November SELF yet? What did you think? Do you watch The Vampire Diaries? Is it a fun show? Let me know what you think!

 

You can check out SELF online at: www.Self.com

 

Ox ox,

BFC

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What Did We Learn This Month? @FitnessMagazine Nov Dec Issue #fitblog #Fitfluential

 

 

 

 

 

What Did We Learn This Month?

 

 Fitness: November/December 2012

 

 

 

What Do We Learn This Month in Fitness?

 

"Burn More in Less Time" 

This time of year we all start to get super-crunched for time and the planned hour workouts can get thrown aside for a quick 15-minutes of anything. Here we get Tabata-inspired ideas from Jessica Smith author of The Thin in 10 Weight-Loss Plan.

 

 

 

2012 Holiday Gift Guide:

If you are looking for healthy-minded ideas for holiday gifts this year—check out Fitness’ guide which has several pages of cool gear that give me the “I wants.” (Specifically the Lululemon puffy jacket you can see below!)

 

 

 

“Fierce and Fab in 14 Days”

Fitness asked master trainer Tony Horton (of P90x fame) to give us a 24-minute routine you can knock out 3-4 times per week to take on extra holiday stress calories.  

 

 

 

“Danger in the Air”

Not to scare the living crap out of you but lung cancer can strike those who have never even touched a cigarette in their lives. Here we find out the latest research on just why these cases happen and how you can protect yourself from the disease.

 

 

 

"Six Fat-Fighting Foods” 

Author Jonny Bowden (The 150 Healthiest Foods on Earth) identifies the foods that will rev up your metabolism. (Sadly, red wine is not one of them…)

 

 

 

"Pumped Up Poses” 

Want to take yoga up a notch energy-wise? Well then try this workout that utilizes hand weights and created by Erin Jacques who cofounded SLT Yoga (http://sltnyc.com/) in New York City. I tried this out and you will get a good sweat going!

 

 

"Just Desserts” 

I have been grain, dairy and sugar-free for a month now so pictures like this (below) are making me crazy! Fitness offers ideas to make those sweet, gooey treats you love to bake while taking off some of the calories. (Win/win people!)

 

 

 

 

 And now the rest of this issue of Fitness:

• “Take it to Go” Tips for staying your natural gorgeous selves while travelling on the road. (What to pack and what to avoid schlepping, etc.)  
• "One-Dish Wonder” This kale and butternut squash sauté fit my new Paleo regime and I plan to make this dish very soon
• "Feeling the Burn" For some reason this story about a woman who felt left out in her spin class by mean girls failed to move me. I was a new kid every 3-4 years of my life growing up. Sometimes you just aren’t in the “in crowd.” Know what I mean? Go to class for YOU.  
• "Activate Your Motivation” Whether you need to change your diet or you want to good look for that bikini-weather vacation you will take a few months from now—advice for getting a pan of action you can stick with.
• “15-Minute Meals” Fitness offers healthy & tasty recipes you can whip together in no time fast.

 

 

Overall Grade: 

A- A great magazine to get you motivated during the holidays. Good work Fitness!

 

Have you read the November/December issue of Fitness yet? If so, what were your favorite articles? Agree or disagree with me on the "spin class" feature? Let me know!

 

You can follow Fitness magazine at www.fitnessmagazine.com

 

Ox ox,

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Paleo Day 28 (of 30) #paleo #paleosolutions #JERF #eatclean

Paleo Day 27 (just three more days to go for Whole30/Paleo Solutions Plan!) #paleo #paleosolutions #JERF #fitfluential #eatclean

Day 26 (of 30) on Paleo. Honestly, I think I am addicted to squash now! #paleo #paleosolutions #eatclean #jerf #fitfluential

Paleo Day 25 (of 30!) Mixing up the order and having my snack for lunch today. Celery with nut butter-yum! #paleo #paleosolution #whole30 #eatclean #JERF #fitfluential

New Giveaway from Attune Foods Plus the Movie "Overboard!"

 

 

Attune Foods/”Erewhon” Cereal Giveaway Time!! 

“Uncle Sam,” “Corn Flakes (with Sea Salt,) and “Raisin Bran”

Plus, an Overboard DVD to Boot! 

 

  


 

 

Hey there! Hi there! Ho there!

 

It’s Thursday and that means it time for my weekly giveaway—whoo hoo! This week I am giving away three boxes of delicious cereal from the fine folks at Attune Foods (www.attunefoods.com). The company produces Erewhon cereals that were originally created in the 1960s which is decades before people got turned on to an organic and “natural foods” diet. The name Erewhon (pronounced “Air-wahn”) comes from a 19^th century novel by Samuel Butler and was the setting for where all people who lived there were responsible for their own health and well-being. (But we all knew that, right?)

 

Here is more information about Erewhon cereals:

       Never                                                                    Always

       - No synthetic additives or preservatives                  - use pure ingredients, organic whenever feasible

       - No artificial colors or flavors                                 - use non-GMO ingredients

       - No hydrogenated or solvent extracted oils             - use natural flavors

       - No refined flour or sugar                                       - use natural sweeteners  

       - No complicated cereal production process            - use simple processes for cereal production

 

You can find Erewohn at Whole Foods, natural food stores and food co-ops nationwide. They also have a Facebook page: http://www.facebook.com/attunefoods

 

So this week’s giveaway will be three different flavors of Erewhon: Uncle Sam, Corn Flakes (with Sea Salt) and Raisin Brand. Get your cereal bowls ready people cause things are about to get yummy in your life! (Attune Foods will ship you the boxes directly.)

 

I have the full details below on how to win but wait—there’s more! I am doubling down on this week’s giveaway and offering a super fun “two-for” on Brooklyn Fit Chick this week—whoo hoo again!

 

So here is the backstory…my good pals Brandi from Diets in Review (@DietsinReview/ www.dietsinreview.com) and Christine from Dubya Wife (@DubyaWife/ www.dubyawife.com) and I bonded during this year’s Fitbloggin convention talking about our mutual love for the movie Overboard. You do know about Overboard starring Goldie Hawn and Kurt Russell, don’t you? It’s only one of THE funniest movies ever made. Here is the imdb.com link with all of the information just in case you have missed the million times it has played on the WE and CMT Networks. (Honestly, this movie has been playing on a cable TV loop for over 20 years now!)

 

The winner of this giveaway will also receive (from me personally) a copy of Overboard on DVD. I am holding it in my very hands in this photo:

 

 

I will get the padded envelope, stamp and mail it myself to you because I am just that kind of a gal. (You’re welcome!)

 

Here is a You Tube clip of the trailer:

 

 

 

So, are you totally psyched yet? Well then, If you are interested in getting the three boxes of Erewhon cereal plus the Overboard DVD -- all you have to do is post below on my Blog and also reach out to me and Attune foods via Twitter @BrooklynFitChik and @attunefoods (Continental U.S. only please.) 

 

I will randomly pick the lucky winner next Thursday, November 1st at Noon (Eastern) and contact them directly. Good luck! Thanks so much for reading my Blog today!

 

Ox Ox,

BFC 

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Brooklyn Fit Chick Vlog 8: A Sneak Peek at the Next Giveaway Plus the Movie "Overboard" Edition

 

 

Brooklyn Fit Chick Vlog: Episode 8

 "A Preview of a Yummy Cereal Giveaway plus the Movie Overboard"

   

 

 

Hello everybody!

 

Today in my Vlog I talk about tomorrow's (Thursday's) groovy weekly giveaway that comes to us from the kind folks at Attune Foods and will include three delicious flavors of cereal plus a chance to win the movie Overboard.

 

You got that right--I will be giving away a copy of the most excellent 1987 comedy to one of you lucky people out there so be sure to subscribe to my You Tune channel right away and come back to my Blog tomorrow to find out the details.

 

Here is Episode 8 of my Vlog with a sneak peek on what you can win. Y'all come back now here? 

 

 

 

Brooklyn Fit Chick

Ox Ox,

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