STRONG by Zumba® Now Available On-Demand with Fitplan

STRONG by Zumba®’s new 60 and 20-minute workout with Michelle Lewin launch on the #1 Personal Training App

LOS ANGELES, June 21, 2018 -- Fitplan Technologies and STRONG by Zumba® announced today its collaboration to stream the world’s favorite high intensity beat-synced workout exclusively via the Fitplan app. The new STRONG by Zumba® digital classes are available in a 60 minute and 20 minute format and are the first follow-along fitness classes that the wellness technology company - who specializes in expertly curated digital workout plans and instructions for a variety of fitness levels - will offer.

STRONG by Zumba® is a high intensity workout where every move is synced to original music that has been specifically designed to match. In the 60-minute streaming class - which will be available to Fitplan subscribers -  users will burn calories while toning arms, legs, abs and glutes. Plyometric or explosive moves like high knees, burpees, and jumping jacks are interchanged with isometric moves like lunges, squats and kickboxing. The 20-minute class featuring fitness star Michelle Lewin can be streamed for free as a warm-up before weights or as additional cardio post-workout.

“We are thrilled to partner with the largest branded-fitness company in the world - incorporating its unique STRONG by Zumba streaming classes with our one-on-one personal training programs,” said Landon Hamilton, co-founder and CEO, Fitplan Technologies. “For years we’ve been connecting hundreds of thousands of fitness enthusiasts with the actual workout plans and methods of their favorite social influencers and athletes. It was the perfect opportunity to bring one of our most popular trainers, Michelle Lewin, to our community in a new way.”

“After being the face of STRONG by Zumba for over a year - and seeing my community thrive through my other workouts on the Fitplan app, it made sense to bring them together in the perfect digital marriage,” said Michelle Lewin. “Offering STRONG by Zumba in a streaming service that can be done anytime, anywhere, means you can lean down, burn fat and have fun without actually committing to gym time.”

“Strong by Zumba’s partnership with Fitplan supports one of our highest priorities which is delivering convenience to our consumers,” said Zumba CEO Alberto Perlman. “We are overjoyed that Michelle Lewin has embraced this workout and are confident Fitplan’s extended community will do the same.”

Fitplan is the only digital resource connecting fitness enthusiasts with the actual workout plans and methods of their favorite social influencers and athletes. It makes the one-on-one personal training experience accessible and affordable and makes the strategy of fitness easy. Fitplan community members of all fitness and experience levels are achieving their most coveted results through memberships that allow users access to the full library of Fitplans, Freestyle Workouts and Trainers to try as many as they want at any time.

About Fitplan [Technologies]:

Fitplan is a wellness technology company giving one-on-one access to the world’s most influential fitness personalities and their methods. Like having a celebrity personal trainer in your pocket, Fitplan makes it efficient and affordable to find the right fitness routine, track progress and achieve specialized results. Fitplan Trainers are a team of the world’s most popular fitness influencers and athletes, curating exclusive 3-12-week, gym-ready and home-friendly workout programs for people of all fitness levels. Fitplan is based in Los Angeles and Vancouver and available for iPhone and Android. Join the community: meet the trainers, programs and real people who have transformed their bodies and lives at Fitplanapp.com

About STRONG by Zumba®

STRONG by Zumba® is a non-dance, music-led, high-intensity training exercise class that combines bodyweight, muscle conditioning, cardio, and plyometric training moves. The routines were created first and then music was reverse-engineered to match every move perfectly, for a unique workout experience that pushes you past your perceived limits. This new concept, which emphasizes music is the main motivator, allows you to burn more calories while toning abs, legs, arms, and glutes. The STRONG by Zumba® workout is complemented by athletic apparel and footwear. Instructors can opt to receive exclusive music, routines, marketing materials, and support by joining SYNC, the STRONG by Zumba® Network. For more information and to find a class, visit strongbyzumba.com and follow us on Facebook and Instagram.

Water Workout: 5 Different Exercises to Do in the Pool

Exercising underwater can be one of the most effective ways to improve your general health and provide you with an intense workout. There’s two reasons for this. The water’s buoyancy offers support for your weight, allowing you greater freedom of movement and improving your flexibility while submerged. In addition, water puts the weight of resistance on your body, meaning that you’re working harder with each motion you make and strengthening your muscles more than you would outside the water. Here are five exercisesyou can do in your public or private pool.

Water Walking and Jogging

Walking and jogging are some of the simplest and best cardiovascular activities you can engage in, and doing it underwater only increases that effectiveness. You can set your own intensity, but you’re going to want to make sure to keep your knees high to increase the effectiveness of this exercise. Alternate between walking and jogging at your pace. These exercises can be performed in water that’s either waist or chest high.

Bicycle

If you’re looking to give your lower body a workout, bicycle kicks are one of the best options. You’ll want to lean your arms outside the pool fully outstretched and kick your legs as if riding a bicycle. This can be performed in water as shallow as four feet, but deeper water also works depending on your comfort level. In deeper water, more advanced exercisers can use pool noodles in place of the pool’s edge for the sake of stability.

Knee Twists

Knee twists are one of those exercises that really play to the increased flexibility and support that the pool offers. You want to lift your knee to be flush with your hip and reach out your opposite hand to grip it. Hold position for as long as you can, and then switch sides to get a full workout. You can also use a pool noodle for added support if you need to.

Flutter Kick

Flutter kicks are similar to the bicycle and can be performed in alternating reps—this allows you to get a wider range of activities out of your legs. Hold yourself to the edge of the pool and kick your legs quickly. You have a lot of leverage in intensity with this simple but useful exercise.

Pendulum Swing

This exercise is a great way to transition out of the bicycle. As with that exercise, you want to balance yourself at the edge of the pool with your arms fully extended outward. From there, extend your legs in front of you. Swing up, over, and then to either side, allowing yourself to stretch the full extent of your legs. Make sure your legs are kept together and beneath the surface of the water.

One of the great things about exercising underwater is that it can provide you a high level of flexible activities without the need for investing in bulky and expensive exercise equipment. If you’re interested in practicing these activities at home, a pool service, like Elite Pools, can help you design a pool customized to your space and your needs.

Ready, Set, Draw – BOGS° launches “Design a Boot” contest in Canada

Family footwear brand invites kids to design a boot and give back to outdoor education

TORONTO, ON – Leading family footwear brand, BOGS° invites kids to pick-up a crayon, marker or paintbrush and get those creative juices flowing, as they announce the launch of its “Design a Boot” contest in Canada. A popular contest amongst fans in the U.S., BOGS° encourages kids to get creative and design what could be the next Kids’ Classic print.

I'm excited to share that Wanderlust, producer of the largest yoga lifestyle events in the world, in partnership with adidas, brings Wanderlust 108, the world’s only mindful triathlon, back to Toronto on September 15, 2018. Coming to Bandshell Park, Wanderlust’s unique triathlon consists of a five-kilometer run (or walk), a music-fueled, outdoor yoga class led by Briohny Smyth and a guided meditation led by Christine Russell. Mindful triathletes can also groove to the sounds of DJ Seriousblack, browse the marketplace of local craft and food vendors, and experience bonus fitness classes throughout the day.

For the complete lineup and ticketing information, please visit: http://www.wanderlust.com/toronto

New for 2018, participants in North America will be able to choose from an array of premium ticket options to create their perfect Wanderlust 108 adventure.  Ticket prices starting at $30 with premium packages from $99. Attendees can customize their experience via the tiers below:

WAN(DER)LUST Package: $150

Wanderlust has joined (RED) in the fight to end AIDS.

• 50 tickets will be available
• Attendees will receive a Manduka WAN(DER)LUST mat, Wanderlust 108 tote, WAN(DER)LUST water bottle, and Wanderlust fandana.
• Entry to the entire mindful triathlon: 5K run + yoga + meditation
• Premium mat placement for the yoga and mediation portions of the event.
• A scheduled bonus activity: Attendees can choose from a variety of experiences: aerial yoga, AcroYoga, hooping—and new this year—Flying Therapeutics, which is a combination of AcroYoga and Thai Massage, or Body Work, which is deep-tissue, self-massage techniques which can assist in releasing pain, opening locked muscles and facilitating proper posture. Participants will be able to add this to their day’s agenda pre-event.
•  A Wanderbowl will be included as well—a hearty, Mexican inspired vegetarian (or vegan) meal of rice, beans, cheese, avocado and mango-lime-cilantro salsa, plus snacks and a beverage. (Wanderbowls are also available for purchase at any ticket tier.)
• A Free Wanderlust TV class ( https://tv.wanderlust.com/ ) to continue the Wanderlust experience online at home.

108 Package: $99

• 200 tickets will be available
• Wanderlust 108 yoga mat, 108 tote, Wanderlust water bottle and Wanderlust fandana
• Entry to the entire mindful triathlon:  5K run + yoga + meditation
• Reserved mat placement
• Free Wanderlust TV class ( https://tv.wanderlust.com/ ) to continue the Wanderlust experience at home, online.
• A scheduled bonus activity: Attendees can choose from a variety of experiences: aerial yoga, AcroYoga, hooping—and new this year—Flying Therapeutics, which is a combination of AcroYoga and Thai Massage, or Body Work, which is deep-tissue, self-massage techniques which can assist in releasing pain, opening locked muscles and facilitating proper posture. Attendees will be able to add this to their day’s agenda pre-event.

108 Ticket: $40-$60

• Entry to the entire mindful triathlon: 5K run + yoga + meditation
• Prices will rise as the event date approaches.
• Wanderlust fandana
• Access to bonus activities on a drop-in basis, space available.

Practice Ticket: $30-$45

• Entry to the yoga + meditation portions of the event only
• Prices will rise as the event date approaches.

At all Wanderlust 108 events, the Kula Marketplace will showcase local craft vendors, including clothing, jewelry, and handcrafted items. Local and organic food vendors will be on site, as well as a retail store experience created by adidas and Wanderlust housed in a 60’ geodesic dome.  Items from the adidas x Wanderlust co-branded collection will be sold on site at each event.

At each Wanderlust 108 event in North America, attendees will be nourished by a number of Wanderlust partners, including:

• adidas will be introducing new experiences to the 5K run and offering additional fitness activities to help attendees embed more sport into their day.
• Flow is pleased to bring their high-quality, naturally alkaline spring water to the Mindful Triathlon to hydrate participants throughout the day. These events will also be a chance for Wanderlust attendees to taste Flow’s brand new organic flavored water: Cucumber + Mint and Lemon + Ginger in a refreshing environment.
• Rainier Fruit is a leading grower of both conventional and organic apples, pears and cherries. As a fourth generation family farm we are committed to the mission of living Wholesome to the Core. A partnership with Wanderlust allows us to share our delicious fruits with like-minded consumers who are choosing to fuel their active lifestyles with high quality food like our organic apples. We are excited to meet yoga enthusiasts from around the country and help them get to know Rainier Fruit through our on-site sampling and our sponsorship of the Wanderlust Walking Lunch.

In 2018, Wanderlust will donate $1.08 from every ticket sold to The Global Fund to Fight AIDS with (RED), which could provide over 3 days of life-saving HIV medication. To date, (RED) has generated more than $500 million for the AIDS fight, supporting HIV/AIDS programs and services in eight countries in Africa. 100% of money raised goes to work on the ground—no overhead is taken. For more information, visit red.org.

About Wanderlust:
Wanderlust Holdings, LLC is a global yoga lifestyle company founded in 2009. Our mission is to help you find your true north—to live a healthy and inspired life.  Wanderlust’s events encompass Wanderlust Festival, the largest multi-day yoga and music festivals in the world, Wanderlust 108, a one-day “mindful triathlon” taking place in urban parks across the world, and Wellspring, a first-of-its-kind wellness gathering featuring the world’s leading innovators, teachers and socially-conscious companies in Palm Spring, CA. In 2012, we opened the first Wanderlust Yoga studio, a re-imagination of the yoga studio experience and began offering Wanderlust Teacher Training, a yoga teacher-training program inspired by the Wanderlust festival experience. In 2015, we launched Wanderlust TV, a media platform connecting viewers with inspirational teachers and wellness experts and Wanderlust Hollywood, a 10,000 square foot center in Los Angeles, CA offering yoga and meditation classes, a world-class organic restaurant, and a full-featured performance venue.  In 2018, we earned B Corporation Certification, meeting rigorous standards for of social and environmental performance, ethics, accountability, and transparency in business. Become a fan of Wanderlust at:

Facebook www.facebook.com/wanderlust  Twitter www.twitter.com/wanderlustfest Instagram http://instagram.com/wanderlustfest
YouTube http://www.youtube.com/user/WanderlustFestival

About the adidas Group

The adidas Group is a global leader in the sporting goods industry, offering a broad portfolio of footwear, apparel and hardware for sport and lifestyle around the core brands adidas, Reebok, TaylorMade and Reebok-CCM Hockey. www.adidas.com @adidasWomen

Everyday Enzymes by Dr. Liz Cruz - Product Review

I was recently sent Everyday enzymes to try out! Why do I take and recommend Digestives enzymes? There is this thing called enzyme gap may. This may not only cause digestive problems, but it can also weaken the immune system and lead to a slew of other health issues like fatigue, acne, eczema, headaches, mood swings, joint pain, etc.

These digestive enzymes are all-natural and a healthy way to ensure the whole family is getting the most out of those fruits and veggies!

Ive been using the Everyday enzymes for about a week and since I have been on prep for quite a long time some vegetables tend to cause me bloat by the end of the day. By taking the everyday enzymes regularly this hasn't happened.

A little bit more about Everyday Enzymes:

Everyday Enzymes are an all-natural supplement designed to help your body digest and absorb the maximum amount of nutrients. It supports the digestion of carbohydrates, proteins, and fats. This supplement can help not only with digestive issues (acid reflux, nausea, gas, etc.) but it can also boost the immune system, metabolism, and improve overall health. Everyday Enzymes may be given to young children, pets and it may even be taken during pregnancy / lactation. (In fact, expectant mothers find it helps with nausea!)

Digestive Enzymes Will Help You:

• Eliminate abdominal pain, bloating, gas, and acid reflux.
• Get the most nutrition out of the food you are already eating.
• Get off of pharmaceutical or over-the-counter drugs.

Many people suffer from minor (or major) stomach issues (like gas, bloating, acid reflux) and while taking Tums or Pepto Bismol may provide relief...it is merely helping the symptoms, not the problem. Everyday Enzymes get to the root of the problem and have been proven to be extremely effective in getting people off pharmaceutical or over-the-counter drugs for digestive issues.

A healthy stomach often benefits many other areas of health. Even if you don't have stomach problems, these supplements can help boost your immune system, fight fatigue, and even help with anxiety.

"Patients are shocked to learn that their stomach may be the cause of their other health problems," says the creator, Dr. Liz Cruz. As a gastroenterologist and a parent of four kids, Cruz is determined to keep her family feeling good and staying healthy in the most natural way possible.

"It's amazing to see people get off pharmaceutical drugs in an all-natural way. This information and these tools need to be shared with everyone now more than ever! It's never too late to change how you feel."

– Liz Cruz M.D.

THE SCIENCE BEHIND DIGESTIVE ENZYMES:

In order for your body to benefit from what you eat, you need digestive enzymes to break down the food. Proteins need to be broken down into amino acids; fats need to be broken down into fatty acids and cholesterol; and carbohydrates need to be broken down into simple sugars. At birth we are given a certain potential for manufacturing enzymes in our body, creating an enzyme “reserve.” However, if we do not continually replenish that reserve through proper nutrition, it runs out. Enzyme deficiency can cause digestive issues, a weakened immune system, fatigue, acne, eczema, headaches, mood swings, joint pain.

Dr. Cruz is on a mission to educate and help families adapt a healthy lifestyle that fits their needs.

ABOUT DR. LIZ CRUZ:

Dr. Liz Cruz is a gastroenterologist, an author, and (most importantly) a parent of 4 children. She is the creator of Everyday Enzymes, as well as a variety of other wellness products designed to promote all-natural, holistic wellness. Cruz's products have received critical acclaim and are widely praised for effectively reducing the need for prescription medicine. Cruz is a Diplomat of the American Board of Internal Medicine and the American Board of Gastroenterology. She is a member of the American Gastroenterological Association and the American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy.

For More Information about the enzymes and to get yours visit:

http://www.drlizcruz.com

Learn Easy Steps To Maintain A Healthy Brain And Prevent Dementia And Alzheimer's

Chattanooga, TN, August 16, 2018 ― Dr. Timothy R. Jennings speaks expertly on a subject that concerns over 5.5 million people across the nation: how to prevent dementia and keep our mind sharp as we age. A psychiatrist and international speaker, Jennings introduces his new book, recently rated #1 by Amazon in books on dementia, The Aging Brain: Proven Steps to Prevent Dementia and Sharpen Your Mind.

Dr. Jennings prescribes simple, everyday actions we can take to stave off disease, promote vitality, and prevent dementia and late-onset Alzheimer's. "The choices we make now can help us to keep our minds sharp and maintain our independence as we age,” says Jennings.

An easy-to-use guide to maintaining brain and body health throughout life, The Aging Brain is based on solid, up-to-date scientific research, and the interventions discussed may help prevent progression toward dementia, even in those already showing signs of mild cognitive impairment. The recommendations also may help reduce disability and depression.

"This book isn't just for people hoping to slow the aging process,” says Jennings. "It's also for anyone who is a caregiver to someone at risk of or already beginning to suffer from dementia. It offers a hopeful, healthy way forward.”

Jennings, who maintains a private practice in Chattanooga, TN, has authored several books, including The God-Shaped Brain and The God-Shaped Heart. He is a Distinguished Fellow of the American Psychiatric Association and Fellow of the Southern Psychiatric Association, and is president and founder of Come and Reason Ministries.

For more information about Dr. Jennings, please visit the website: https://www.agingbrainbook.com.

To connect with Dr. Jennings, please visit: https://www.facebook.com/DrTimJennings/ and https://twitter.com/timjenningsmd.

The Aging Brain: Proven Steps to Prevent Dementia and Sharpen Your Mind
Baker Books
Released: June 2018
ISBN-10: 080107522X
ISBN-13: 978-0801075223

Powerful Story Shares One Woman's Struggle To Overcome Abandonment And Abuse

Raleigh, NC, August 16, 2018 ― Deja' was dealt a losing hand, and no one would have blamed her for simply accepting her fate. Her father died before she was born, and her mother chose drug addiction over her daughter. With loneliness consuming her, Deja' could have folded. Should have folded. But instead, she learned how to recycle her pain, and she began drawing from every source of positive influence that entered her life: a God-loving grandmother, a supportive godmother and a street-savvy godfather who taught her how to redirect her pain and survive in this world.

But the challenges just kept coming, and Deja' encountered countless betrayals and abuses along the way, which lead to an unhealthy marriage, and ultimately, a pattern of unhealthy relationships with men that lasted for several years. Aware that she is repeating a family cycle of poor choices, Deja' needs to rally what's left of her strength and determination to break that cycle. Will her fortitude be enough? Or will this final test break her spirit once and for all?

Overcoming the Hand You Were Dealt is the powerful new book from Kisha Taylor. Cultivated from her personal experience with abandonment, Overcoming weaves an authentic and captivating story of struggle, pain, hope and faith that culminates in a heartwarming climax of healing and restoration.

In addition to the book, Taylor's website, lifeunlimited1.com, enables her to continue her passion for women's emotional health, with courses that tap into the warrior in every woman, that cover abandonment issues and that help survivors understand why they act and feel the way they do. The website also houses inspirational items like T-shirts and mugs with messages of empowerment, and a blog with videos and messages of encouragement.

Author Kisha Taylor was born in Brooklyn, NY, and from a young age, she learned how to navigate the real world of hard knocks. She attended Binghamton University and Baruch College, where she studied accounting and psychology. She became counsel to many, sharing principles on surviving abuse, overcoming life's challenges, healthy ways of handling personal mistakes and how to not surrender to self-defeat.

She is most proud of the lives her journey has impacted, as well as the happiness, confidence and emotional health she now has, which enables her to be a testament of, "You can, if you just don't give up.”

To read more from Taylor, or to view her motivational videos, please visit www.lifeunlimited1.com.

Overcoming the Hand You Were Dealt
Pendium publishing
Release date: February 5, 2018
ISBN-10: 1944348409
ISBN-13: 978-1944348403
Available at www.lifeunlimited1.com, Amazon.com, and all other online outlets.

I recently was sent ONC Natural Colours. They sent me one of their natural colours 6KR Chocolate Brown Red. Although I am currently black I definitely will keep this on hand when I go back to a lighter colour hair.

ONC beauty products. As the initial pioneer in ​offering products sans parabens (2003), and propylene glycol (2012), ONC’s ethos is product innovation, quality, 360° communications, and in-depth training to deliver high-end products and services​, using​ responsible environmental policies

The ONC Products that I recieved are ammonia free and resorcinol free. I love this because it is not as harmful as other hair dyes on the market. It is also made with Organic wheat free protein, organic aloe leaf juice, organic comfrey leaf extract and organic chamomile extract. Can you believe that!? Organic products in hair dye!

The company is made up of 20 years of industry expertise has led to the creation of NaturalColors. It's innovative formula contains the healthiest and most effective certified organic ingredients with pure benefits. Natural colours produces beautifully healthy and natural colouring results, which has to be seen to be believed.

By using their product, you are promoting your health and the sustainability of our environment.

To find out more about their products you can visit their website HERE. I love supporting great products that have organic ingredients and really care for your health.