NYFW Retreat – Robert Verdi’s Luxe Lounge
20Feb10
I love New York Fashion Week (NYFW) — the people watching, the clothes, the makeup/hair, the backstage passes, and all around fabulousness. However it does have it’s down side — the weather was cold and icy, and it felt like every show was miles apart. Everyone assumes NYFW = Bryant Park, but many of the shows were held at alternate venues including Milk Studios, Chelsea Art Museum, The Altman Building, and Exit Art. Not a fun trek in your Manolo’s. You’re stuck waiting for a cab in the freezing cold with all the hustle and bustle for a fifteen-minute show. Don’t get me wrong, it’s worth every minute, exhausting yes, but when I received an invitation to Robert Verdi’s 2010 Fashion Retreat, I was not about to pass up the opportunity.
Robert Verdi’s Luxe Lounge was beyond my expectations. The style icon was not only charismatic, and full of smiles, but also the most fabulous host. He thought of everything a girl needed to relax, and escape from all the running around. From healthy snacks and juices by Blue Print Cleanse, to manicures by Ginger + Liz Nail Polish, to blowouts by Phyto, the haven pampered guests from more
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A Maui Must! Zip-Line in Kapalua
6Feb10
While in Maui, I received an invitation to do the ‘Swing and Zip Upper Mountain Loop’ at Kapolau Adventures. Having never done a zip-line before, I had no idea what to expect. The only instruction I had, was to wear sneakers.
Upon arrival, my partner in crime, Jamie, and I were given windbreaker jackets and helmets (I got what resembled a ‘Bob the Builder’ hat, since I was told I had an awkward shaped head – always knew I was a little different). They drove us to the top of the mountain on the edge of the Pu’u Kukui Watershed Preserve where adventure began!
The five-hour excursion consisted of multiple small hikes in between four amazing zip-lines, a giant swing, and ultimately lunch on the mountain. Hands down one of the most breathtaking, amazing experiences of my life. And what a work out!
When the guide mentioned that the last zip-line was 2.300 feet, I was a little anxious about going down it, though I felt completely safe and secure the whole time. The harness more
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The Ultimate Spin Experience: FLYWHEEL
5Feb10
Flywheel Sports, the new indoor cycling studio founded by former New York Giant’s running back and TV personality, Tiki Barber, and legendary spin instructor Ruth Zuckerman, opens it’s doors next week. Flywheel will also feature a yoga and exercise studio.
Spin-enthusiasts, cyclists, bicyclists, triathletes, (or anyone interested in trying indoor cycling or just looking to get in shape) get excited! Flywheel offers state of the art equipment and technology. Each bike features a monitor that tracks riders rpm/cadence, resistance, and energy. Your individual performance data is then stored and available after every ride under the ‘my performance’ page at www.flywheelsports.com. This is a great feature for anyone in training or looking to monitor progress.
I was lucky to get a sneak preview of the facilities, and the opportunity to take Ruth Zuckerman’s Fly 45 class for what I can only describe as the ultimate spin experience. It’s no wonder Ruth has been credited for being part of the force behind the NYC indoor cycling craze; she is amazing. Zuckerman knows when to motivate you when you’re tired, inspire you when you don’t think you can do another second, and push you to propel your biking to the next level. Plus, they understand the importance of more
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2010 New York City Half-Marathon Here I Come!
25Jan10
It’s official — I’ve been accepted to run the 2010 New York City Half-Marathon on March 21st. Gulp. Time to lace up those shoes and begin training! Just one problem- there’s a serious risk I might not make it to the finish line. I can’t seem to make it past 2 miles, and at the speed I run, I may as well be walking.
Fortunately, I have ABC weather girl, Heidi Jones, on the case. This running superstar, who miraculously convinced me to enter the race, has also agreed to help train me for what could be my biggest failure yet. As Fredrick Smith said, “Fear of failure must never be a reason not to try something.” Well this definitely qualifies as something new.
Please email me any running tips or suggestions. At this point, there’s very little I won’t try to get this very out of shape body into a 13.1 mile running machine.
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Styling Bike Helmets
29Dec09
Founded in 2008, YAKKAY is a Denmark based company, that merges safety and style to create some really good looking helmets I want an equestrian style one! Too bad they aren’t available in the US:(
Website: www.yakkay.com
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Belated Birthday Thank You!
14Nov09
A very belated thank you to everyone who called, texted, emailed, sent cards and came to my birthday. You all made this day very special for me. Leila and Natasha (and Jon), I really appreciate you helping me get ready.
Special thanks to…
Jordi for all the photographs!
Paul Labrecque Salon and Spa for doing my makeup. More details on my look HERE
Brad Stevens, my most favorite tattoo artist who doesn’t know it yet, but is going to draw me a belated birthday picture.
Photographed with Brad Stevens
To Daniel Feld for the AMAZING necklace he made me out of a butterfly wing from the Amazon (I love it so much!).
To Spin New York for hosting a wonderful birthday and showing my guests a great time. I think I worked off all the calories from my birthday drinks playing ping pong in my heels.
To Ducks, the restaurant at Spin for the great food and Cookies and Cream Ice Cream Sandwich that was better then any cake I could have asked for!
Making my wish!
And especially to the LOVES of my life who got me the jazz band, the Mad Jazz Hatters from one of my favorite restaurants, Moto to play my party. This is probably one of the most amazing gifts I’ve ever received.
Mad Jazz Hatters
The custom lyrics about my life they worked into their songs was really the icing on the cake!
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Come On Get Healthy!
8Nov09
TheFunTheory.com, an initiative of Volkswagen has inspired me to take the stairs. It’s right before the holidays, so no time like the present to start getting in shape. In result, I’ll be doing a series of posts on health/fitness. Consider this Part I. Enjoy!
Watch video HERE
About TheFunTheory.com:
The site is dedicated to the thought that something as simple as fun is the easiest way to change people’s behavior for the better. Be it for yourself, for the environment, or for something entirely different, the only thing that matters is that it’s change for the better.
To learn more, click HERE