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What Did We Learn This Month? Recaps of @BicyclingMag @MoreMag and @PreventionMag

 

 

What Did We Learn This Month?

Recaps of Bicycling, MORE, and Prevention

 

Hey there! Hi there! Ho there!

The East Coast is gearing up for some kind of a super storm (or just some rain/snow bull sh*t which always makes me crazier) so let’s call this our Pre-Nor Easter magazine extravaganza—yes?

I have a few titles today that will keep you motivated during the winter doldrums so let’s get to it shall we?

 

Bicycling: March 2013
•    “Safety Flair” Who’s gear couldn’t use just a bit more bits of flair, eh? I liked this page of bright-colored safety-type things that made me think spring is around the corner. 
•    “Take it Inside” OOOOH I get jealous reading about indoor cycling tracks. Do you have one near you? Is it as awesome as I think it is? 
•    “Balancing Act” I am a BIG fan of probiotics and so is Bicycling apparently—read all about it here.
•    “Winter Warriors” And now for some gear that will inspire me more to get outdoors in the winter.
•    “Home Remedies” What every cyclist should keep at home to handle common cycling issues.
•    “The 2013 Reader’s Choice Awards” 5,000 readers answered the annual Bicycling survey and offer their opinions on a variety of topics from favorite pro cyclists (no one names Armstrong in case you are wondering) to whether or not they would cycle naked if they could. (Read it for yourself to find out!)

Check out Bicycling online here: Bicycling magazine online link.

 

 

More: February 2013
•     Katie Couric: The star of the new hit talk show Katie admitted to having a pretty easy going life for her first 40 years and then she turned 41. Her husband Jay Monahan died of cancer in 1998 and then a few years later her sister did as well. Her time as the anchor of the CBS Evening News was troublesome and she was becoming more known for dating younger men than her news chops which would be irritating for anyone to deal with. Good interview with Couric and she looks fabulous in the magazine.
•     “Make Over Your Metabolism” More asked four women their secrets for managing their metabolism ranging in age from 35-53 years old.
•     “How to be Employable Ten Years from Now” I love this topic and appreciate the advice here for keeping relevant in your career. .
•    “Cancer: A Huge Leap Forward” There is an “unreported revolution” happening in the world of cancer research and treatments that could be a saving grace for most of us in the future. 
•    “Boredom Busting Workouts” If you are looking to add a little oomph to your workouts—try some of these suggestions including: TRX, CrossFit, Barre Classes and Dahn Yoga.
•    “The Best Superfoods of 2013” Honestly—some of these foods that are being nominated by a variety of experts I have never heard of but I am willing to now give them a try. (Do any of you know about black garlic?)
 

Check out MORE online here: More magazine online link.

 

 

Prevention: February 2013
•    “4 Foods for a Longer Life” One of them is coffee so I love this list for sure!
•    “Walk off 10, 20 30+ Pounds” Three different “fat-burning” walks are featured here and will help you lose any extra weight with jarring your joints.
•    “Happiness is 10 Friends” Studies prove that women with 10 or more friends are much happier than those with five or less. Will you add to my friendship circle?
•    “A Crazy, Sexy Anniversary” Kris Carr is a ten years survivor of cancer and a New York Times best-selling author (Crazy, Sexy Cancer Tips which I bought for my friend Jude when she was dealing with breast cancer surgeries and recovery.) Kris is also on the cover and gives an inspiring interview to Prevention in this issue.
•    “Hot Yoga Changed My Life—And Helped Me Drop 30 Pounds!” This is the true story of Johnni Southerland who lives in Evansville, IN and looks amazing. My friend Marrilee loves hot yoga. Have any of you done it. Is it really that cool?
•    “30 Days to a Healthier Heart” A Prevention special on how to get your ticker into its best shape possible.
 

Check out Prevention online at this link.  

 

 

So that is all I have for today folks. Have you read of these magazines this month? What did you think? Let me know!
 
Until next time!
 
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(BFC)
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 SELF: February 2013

 

SELF Cover Star for February:
Emmy Rossum
Emmy is one BUSY lady! The star of Showtime’s Shameless (Never seen it. Is it good? Should I check it out?) and the upcoming film Beautiful Creatures is also an opera-trained singer (did not know that!) whose new album Sentimental is on sale right now.

Emmy is super-fit and likes taking group classes such as Soul Cycle, Flywheel and Physique 57 to keep in shape. You can learn Emmy's "Hot Body Secrets" at this link from Self.com.

 

So What Else is in the February SELF?
 
“The 13-Minute Fat Melt”
Trainer Angela Leigh shows us some “stacking” workout moves that will help get you in shape and burn calories in record time.

 

 
"Get a Hot Everything!”
SELF calls this issue their “You & Him” special edition so they make it much more guy-centric than normal. Not all of it appeals to me (the “Looks Guys Love & Hate” page, for example, is just plain annoying. I want to read about ME and not HIM when I get a women’s health & fitness magazine.)

However, I do appreciate handsome male trainers offering their best workout advice and this article does just that…
 
 

 

“Minimalist Floats to the Top”
Check out these groovy new sneakers that are more level (with less heel raise) than “normal” running shoes. I might actually start running now!

 

“Cool New Tech Gear That…”
SELF shows us the latest techy stuff that will help you run longer and stay more motivated for all of your workouts.

The Rest of the Best of the February SELF:
•    "At 17 I Never Thought My Life Would Turn Out Like This” I really enjoyed this essay by Kit Rich who found a note she had written to herself at 17 years-old asking her future adult self if she would have more confidence and feel better (about herself) in ten years’ time. As someone who lived through both 17 and 27 I can tell both Kit’s that life is a journey and serenity will be yours one day if you are willing to fight for it.
•    "Don’t Blame the Cookies" If you are still struggling with holiday weight gain the culprit might just be your office heater, common colds, the sorter or more woes associated with the winter months.
•    “Dude Food Made Light” Friends of mine have a dog named “Dude” and I am pretty darn sure he would want me to offer some of the tasty meals shown in this story. Nom nom!

Overall Grade:
B+ This issue was lacking a bit in workouts for me. Hopefully next month SELF!


Have you read the February SELF yet? What was your favorite feature?

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

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Brooklyn Fit Chick Vlog Episode 22


The Latest Brooklyn Fit Chick Vlog Episode 22: Featuring My Chopped-Off Forehead, “Sweaty Betties,” My Standing Desk and the
Practical Paleo Book Giveaway!

 

Hey there! Hi there! Ho there!

First off—I want to apologize for the cruddy “crop” job I did with the You Tube clip this week. (Oy!) I kept cutting myself off the forehead and had to go back and redo several times. (Does anyone out there want to volunteer to be my cameraperson? I can you back with gratitude and dirty jokes!)  However, what I do like about today’s Vlog is the fact in it you see me making yummy bacon-wrapped chicken thighs—aw yeah!

Anyhoo, enough of my self-conscious complaining-today I am also announcing my latest giveaway—Practical Paleo by Diane Sanfilippo! This is one of my favorite Paleo reads and I was thrilled when Diane herself contacted me to ask if I would want to give one of my lucky readers a copy for themselves. You can find Diane at her terrific Blog Balanced Bites www.balancedbites.com plus she has a podcast on iTunes called Balanced Bites as well. Be sure to check them out!

Now on to the latest Vlog and the details of the giveaway!

Episode 22 of the Brooklyn Fit Chick Vlog Notes:
•    “Sweaty Betties” I am beyond excited to join the team of ambassadors for The Sweaty Betties—yee ha! I will have more details soon but here is their website in the meantime. (Thanks so much Danny J!) Check out their website here: Sweaty Betties link.

•    Metro NY Article: Check out this link to see what I had to say about sitting being “the new smoking” and what you can do about it Metro NY "Stand Up for Your Health" link.

•    My Practical Paleo Giveaway: (See below!)

 

 

Got that? Now here is some more information about this week’s giveaway:

Practical Paleo

by Diane Sanfillippo

 

With Practical Paleo, Diane Sanfilippo, Certified Nutrition Consultant and author of the very highly trafficked health blog, Balanced Bites, has created a comprehensive, user-friendly resource on the Paleo lifestyle that is truly for everyone.   

Are you an athlete seeking to improve your performance? Do you suffer from health problems, such as an autoimmune condition, blood sugar regulation, or digestive issues? Practical Paleo can help you turn your life around. “This is not a diet,” says Diane. “Practical Paleo is a way to change your lifestyle, lending to long-term health benefits.  A diet is temporary: this book will show you how food works inside the body so that people can design a plan that works for their body."

 
Diane’s developed her approach to a Paleo lifestyle based on her personal experiences. After suffering for years from chronic illness and digestive stress, among other deteriorating health-related challenges, she broke her diet down in minute detail and identified the culprit.  “What I didn’t know about grains was hurting me”, says Diane. 

Now a Certified Nutrition Consultant, Diane shares her discovery of how to become and stay healthy with others.  “People are just beginning to realize that they are no longer destined to suffer from diseases, or even minor ailments—which are caused by modern food and depleting lifestyles.”

Divided into three parts, Practical Paleo is an invaluable guidebook, providing a in-depth look at everything Paleo:
•    Part 1 teaches people the basics of why eating real, whole foods is optimal for health, including Diane’s signature 1-page guides to help put the information into action. 

•    Part 2 provides guidance for when a standard Paleo or grain-free approach may not be enough for specific health conditions, including autoimmune conditions, diabetes (1 and 2), neurological diseases, and cancer recovery to name a few, as well as for specific goals like fat loss or athletic performance.

•    Part 3 includes over 120 easy recipes that provide the foundation for each of the 30-Day Therapeutic Meal Plans in the previous section.

One of the secrets to success with the Paleo lifestyle is personalization—what works for one person will most likely not work for the next.  Diane’s 30-day plans and her delivery of the information relating to each of these plans allow each of us to truly help ourselves. 



If you are interested in getting a copy of Practical Paleo (Continental U.S. only please!) you need to do the following:

•    Post a comment on my Blog below.
•    Tweet out your interest in this giveaway to both: @BrooklynFitChik and @BalancedBites

I will randomly pick a winner next Monday, February 11th at Noon (Eastern) and contact them directly. Good luck!!

  
Ox Ox,
BFC
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