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SenseWear Body Monitoring Sytem 2007-03-21 15:49:43 Listen Up: Your Body Is Trying To Tell You Something.The spotlight on personal health today makes me certain that the future of healthcare is headed in a new direction and that personal health devices will play a large role. The most recent item I've found: The SenseWear® Body Monitoring System.
This little gizmo is like having a personal trainer strapped to your arm. The 2.9-ounce gadget uses sensors to continuously records an array of physiological data which is then analyzed by their SenseWear® software applications. The resulting information is then organized into graphs and reports that clearly display your energy expenditure (calories burned), duration and level of physical activity, number of steps taken, and sleep/wake states.
So get off your ass, because someone knows what you are doing!
Product Page: BodyMedia
HotEnough.org: Uglies need not apply 2007-03-23 03:44:59 Appealing to the superficial nature that everyone has when it comes to finding a mate (or so says Jason Pellegrino) comes the new Internet dating site HotEnough.org.
HotEnough.org is for attractive and fit singles only, and only those who score at least 8 out of 10 on the 'attractiveness scale' - as voted for by current members - gain membership and are allowed through the virtual gate to 'beautiful land'.
What that means exactly is that it doesn't matter if Mary Smith has an education or not, is an absolute moron or can't tell you the capitol of NY, as long as she looks good, has a nice rump or long legs, she is in! And, as for Joe Blow, if he has a 6 pack, lots of tats, or big biceps, he too is in.
The downside: The rest of you sorry-ass fuglies have to make do with trolling the sites that will let anyone in.
The upside: This is a wonderful idea because it deposits all the 2-D, empty souls together in one place so we all know where to avoid them.
Hero Camera: Click while you Surf 2007-03-22 23:05:49 Don't you just hate it when you're barrelling down a monster wave, reach inside your wetsuit for your underwater camera and get tossed by the time you get the shot framed?
Well, if you've ever wanted to wear your camera while swimming, surfing, or skiing, to avoid a similar situation, this camera is for you -- a waterproof digital wrist camera from ThinkGeek.
The Hero 3 is a three megapixel camera, weighing in at 3 ounces and able to take still images in three-shot bursts or video footage at 30fps. You get 16MB of on-board memory, which can be extended via SD card, and it actually makes clear images.
It kind of makes you want to go out and get wet!
Source: Popgadget Read more:Camera
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Peeled Snacks: May The Pack Be With You 2007-03-26 16:47:21 There are two kinds of people in the world: those who eat healthy snacks and those who do not.
The former spring out of bed, ready to face the day.
The latter need help and will enjoy the benefits and taste of Peeled Snacks, a supplier of unique and healthy snacks.
If you’re just abandoning the dark side, Peeled makes it easy, categorizing by type, and taste. Big chunks of dried fruit packaged with nuts in a special way so that the nuts stay crunchy and the fruit stays soft. In delicious combinations like Bing Bing Cherry with peaches, apples, bing cherries, walnuts and cashews; FigSated with apricots, dates, figs, almonds, and pistachios; and Shock-olate with pears, apricots, almonds, walnuts, and dark chocolate (my personal favorite). They are full of vitamins, minerals and fiber, with nothing artificial and no trans fats.
Fight your urge to snack on candy or chips with these snack, you will.
Because that, after all, is the ripe thing.
Scavenger Hunts Go High Tech 2007-03-28 16:12:11 If you like The Amazing Race, you'll love geocaching. Participants, like Rach use GPS devices (like the one pictured) and often traverse rocks, mountains and creeks to locate caches -- usually a stash of trinkets (coins, charms, notes & what have you) and clues to the next location -- that have been hidden by other geocachers. Several U.S. resorts, including Spring Creek Ranch in Jackson Hole, Wyoming, and The Porches Inn in North Adams, Mass., even get in on the latest rage by lend guests GPS devices to do it.
The fun is the hunt. You'll forget you're exercising while you're out on your own amazing race... and you can even get the kids in on the action! Read more:Scavenger
Men's: Polo Match 2007-03-28 15:57:20 Some say polos are back. Others (like myself) say they never went out of style. Whichever side you fall on, make sure the polos you don this spring and summer are as bold and vintage as possible.And, because retro style is hard to achieve while still trying to get a modern vibe; try one of these:
Abercrombie & Fitch $50 (pictured)
Polo by Ralph $65
Original Penguin $49
Le Tigre $48
Let the games begin! Read more:Match
Pee & Poo: The Unflushables 2007-03-27 15:33:28 I pride myself in trying to find the most unique, cutting edge, gadgets in the world of health & fitness and that's why I just had to tell you about Pee & Poo! I know some of you wouldn’t as much as entertain the idea of buying someone the gift of Pee and Poo; I however, think it's a great way for children (and adults for that matter) to open up the discussion about your bodily functions in an amusing yet aesthetic manner. The mere mention of words like "underpants" and "poop" make my boys laugh so hard that I've seen milk come out of their noses; they will fall off their seats when I bring these adorable toys home, giving them reason (and permission) to discuss their favorite subject.
These toilet humor characters were designed by Emma Meggitt, as a college master design, which got such an overwhelming response that she had to act fast and actually create her plush friends. I guess it's true... some of your best ideas can come while sitting on the toilet!The only thing missing
Pillow Fights: Glo To Sleep 2007-03-29 17:15:23 It's midnight.
You can't sleep. You're tossing and turning. He's just lying there, sleeping like a baby.
No, like a brick. Will you ever get to sleep?
Fatigue? Insomnia? Sluggishness?
Welcome to my world: Your baseline energy level, due to lack of sleep, is only slightly above that of a two-toed sloth. You've downgraded your definition of a good night's sleep to four hours. And, at this point, you'll try anything.
May I suggest a newly imported product from Canada? The Glo to Sleep
â„¢. It was designed to create a powerful focusing effect so you can easily reach the relaxed alpha wave state. Simply . . . it will switch off your mind! So tuck yourself in, and let the magic take hold. Better sleep will reduced stress, anxiety, irritability, and depression. Improve energy, concentration, alertness, memory, judgment, problem-solving ability, decision-making ability, motivation, and creative thinking. Diminish physical pain and discomfort. Improved overall health and incre Read more:Fights
G Pure Energy: Clear and Simple 2007-03-30 17:05:24 It’s hard to keep up with the Uber-cool and very rich.
Caviar facials. Jetting off to private islands on a moment’s notice.
Sure makes your life look downright pedestrian. Drink tap water? How could you?
Get with it, you can now drink G Pure Energy
. Though I haven't actually tried this drink yet, the bottle is too cool to pass up. It looks great and and looks like it fits perfectly in your hand. Notcot.com describes the bottle this way:
those bottles have kids grabbing for them, gamers thinking they are a bit xbox looking, work out folks thinking they look like fancy weights
It's the perfect formula for sales... Take impeccable style, add a healthy boost of natural ingredients with a smooth clear taste and deliver it all in a sleek sexy package. The green tea and vitamins provide tons of energy and are good for you. Just like they say it’s clear, refreshing (I have to try it), healthier, and energizing. It's energy redesigned.
It makes me want to go out and design my own Read more:Clear
, Simple
Think fit, or think pricey... this item is only for the super rich! 2007-04-02 20:39:45 Swiss Jewelry line De Grisogono - designer water... and designer fitness in the form of weights and jump ropes... turning mudane objects into the ultimate expression of luxury in your daily life.
Source: Tastespotting.com
Race Your Rivals: Nike Plus Campus Challenge 2007-04-02 16:12:42 If you haven't checked out the Nike+ site lately, go look, I'm impressed with how much they worked in new ways of motivation (beautiful design, great use of social and tech) ~ they have everything from widgets to track your progress, to special workout music compilations ... and, from 4/1 to 5/15 they are pitting some of the most competitive student bodies against one another in a campus challenge - whether you're a student, alumnus or just a fan, you can select a school, join the team and start pounding the pavement. They've stacked 16 of the most competitive schools against each other, including: Arizona St., Colorado, Florida, Florida St., Georgetown, Georgia, Illinois, Kentucky, Miami, Michigan, Michigan St., North Carolina, South Carolina, Syracuse, Virginia, and Washington.Once you log in, your miles will be automatically added to the score and they'll be keeping track of where your team ranks - and the top mileage contributors per team.
So get out there and run, your ded Read more:Campus
, Challenge
Into Thin Air 2007-04-04 19:38:31 Professional teams and players in the NFL, NHL, NBA as well as elite college programs and everyday people are getting their altitude from Colorado Altitude Training (CAT) and their extra Oxygen from companies like Oxia.
More oxygen means more energy and that's what people are banking on.
Colorado Altitude Training's products simulate altitude by lowering the oxygen percentage in the air to mimic the number of O2 molecules per breath at altitude which increases your lung performance. And, while Oxia claims to offer active, healthy conscious people a convenient source of natural energy to complement exercise and a busy lifestyle; it also promotes a natural alternative to help you party longer and harder! W Hotel even puts a can in every guest room in their Montreal location.Sort of makes you want to keep breathing.
Source: Men's Vogue
Vosges Chocolates: Show Me The Bunny 2007-04-04 18:43:53 You are what you eat. And you happen to think of yourself as fit, fabulous and even somewhat healthy.
So with Easter around the corner, dark chocolate must be on your mind.
You've read it before: Dark chocolate, the richer in cocoa the better, is not only a to-die-for treat, it's actually good for you. And just 1 oz of a very dark chocolate packs more than twice the healthy antioxidant punch of red wine.
My new find: These little Chocolate Bunnies.
At first glance, they may seem a little on the plain side but their secret is in the taste; not to mention that they are cute as hell. These solid dark chocolate rabbits come in 2 exotic flavors: Red Fire Bunny
is flavored with Mexican spices and Black Pearl Bunny is Japanese with wasabi and ginger.
Pure pleasure for all you chocolate bunny lovers.
We know you're out there. Read more:Chocolates
Lift’n’shake salt & pepper 2007-04-03 15:53:47 So it’s like 1:30 a.m.
And, as usual, your late-night rounds to the fridge have you feeling guilty — with all the midnight snacks you can find. In fact, the last time you sat down after midnight to eat you recreated an entire Thanksgiving dinner with all the left overs.
Know what you need? A lift’n’shake salt & pepper shaker.
Okay. So need is a strong word. But it wouldn't be unwelcome at a moment like this.
While you pile on the salt and pepper, like we all do for left overs... this little guy will remind you what a fat slob you are becoming and to go to the gym; possibly he'll help to curb your appetite.Just lift and remove the barbell for use.
iPhone: Fitness Device? 2007-04-05 18:19:17 Ok. Everyone already knows that Apple has announced the iPhone
and it's got a lot of people excited... including the people at LIFT (mainly me!). Why? Well, among its other uses, it's a powerful fitness device. For instance, you can use the iPhone to:
1. Download your workouts (podfitness, iTrain, Cardio Coach, etc.)
2. Talk to your motivators (traineo)
3. View medical sites and podcasts (webMD)
4. Dial 911 (or call your mother)
Sure, you could always do this before on a separate iPod, cell phone, and laptop; but convergence is key.And after it's release, I expect people to be more fit! Maybe that's going a little too far, but there's no denying that it's always easier to stay on track with a gadget like this right in your pocket!
The only hard part will be figuring out whether to workout at home or at the gym.
But at least it’ll be your call. Read more:Device
Sneaker Shock 2007-04-05 14:27:08 NBA star challenges the industry with a $15 sneaker.
Knicks point guard Stephon Marbury skipped the typical endorsement deals and teamed up with retailer Steve & Barry's to promote his "Starbury" basketball sneakers. What makes them so special isn't as much the design or even the name attached to the shoe, but Marbury's idea to sell them for $14.98. And far from just a product endorsement, Marbury is putting his money where his feet are. In addition to waiving endorsement fees and only receiving a percentage of actual sales, Marbury has also worn the shoes on the court since the start of the 2006 NBA season, and both the shoe- and Marbury- have held their own against a shoe ten times its price.
Source: Best Damn Sports Blog Read more:Shock
Toy Story: Flybar 2007-04-09 19:00:37
It’s that time of year
(aside from the freeze).
The shorts get shorter. The tans gets darker. And your ass gets smaller.
Or so you wish.
There's still hope. Trade in your Redbull and Lunesta, it's time to put new meaning to your ups and downs. A little 'extreme' for some, but honestly the Flybar is just a high-tech modern version of your old Pogo Stick and it delivers serious fitness benefits. The design isn't radically different; 'er actually it is. It has a lot more oomph. The 13-pound Flybar 800 can bounce four feet high, while the 20-pound Flybar 1200 can soar as high as five feet.
Flybar is totally safe and it’s way more fun than what the grown-ups are currently doing. It not only burns calories, but the act of rebounding regularly on a pogo stick can also lower circulating cholesterol and triglyceride levels, assist in the rehabilitation of a heart problem, promote tissue repair, improve balance, increase capacity for respiration and improve muscle-to-fat ratio. Read more:Toy Story
George Bush: A Presidential Exercise 2007-04-09 16:35:48 Say what you will about George
W. Bush, but the man does a serious workout.Here is something I recently stumbled upon, and would like to pass to our 40-plus male audience. If you are looking for a regiment of nutritional supplements, take example from our President. If there is something we can agree to about the "smirking chimp", it is his excellent physical shape.
President Bush turned 60 years old last October and his health is in the "superior" fitness category for men his age -- greater than 99% percentile!
The latest health results make Bush the "most-fit" president in modern history. He has not had a sick day in the past year -- and he works out 6 days a week: Workouts include bicycling (15-20 miles, 15-18mph), treadmill (low impact "hill-work"), elliptical trainer, free weight resistance training, and stretching.
The President takes a daily multi-vitamin, low-dose aspirin, glucosamine/chondroitin, and an omega 3 supplement.
C'mon, go ahead and take example from the President. Read more:Presidential
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Domestic Adventures in Wall Climbing 2007-04-11 22:51:04 Oh,you know the type. You see them out all the time. You know, the one's who seems to have it all? Impeccable taste in clothing, killer shoes, a sweet apartment, and oh, that beautifully sculpted body. How the heck do they do it?
They climb.
No, not just in business, but also at the gym. And even though rocking climbing isn't usually associated with executives, I've found something appropriate for all you suits.
All I have to say is that if you're not the outdoorsy type (and most suits aren't), maybe picture frames, mirrors, bird cages and flower vases may make you feel more at home!
Tokyo's Illoiha fitness center has an Omotesando-style climbing wall for those who seek domestic adventures with a touch of class.
It may not be in keeping with the current culture of getting back to nature.
But it’s definitely a new take on moving up.
Source: Core77 Read more:Domestic
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Losing Weight Can Cost You 2007-04-09 23:01:53 Assuming you've already decided that the money-saving "eat less" method won't work for you: How much will it cost to lose 30 lbs? Bankrate checked out five diet programs and calculated the total cost based on losing the recommended healthy amount of weight per week:
• Jenny Craig: $399 with a payment plan or $358 upfront, not including food.
• LA Weight
Loss: Calculating the cost with a setup fee of $174 and $7 per week charge, the total cost of the plan is $685 for 73 weeks, not including the cost of food and L A Lite bars.
• NutriSystem: $1,174.88, including all food, except fresh greens and dairy.
• Weight Watchers: The total cost is between $214.80 and $299.80, depending on location, not including food.
• The Zone Diet: $3,599.10 to $4,798.80 including all food.
Low carb. Low fat. Low energy. A low-down, dirty drag. I still like the eat less (and eat REAL) method, but to each his own! Read more:Losing Weight
My Pet Fat 2007-04-13 20:32:43 With every indulgent bite you took this Easter Sunday, you told yourself you'd really get serious about fitness before the summer. Remember the ham and trimmings, Easter candy, peeps and mixed drinks? Now you're starting to feel it – and see it. So what's the plan?
Instead of dropping cash on equipment you'll never use or classes you'll never attend, try a more can-do approach. My Pet Fat from Jay Jacobs is a practical way to keep your second round of resolutions. Created by a once morbidly obese man who understood how hard it is to stick to a workout program and/or diet, My Pet Fat is essentially a reminder of what you are or what you will be if you keep eating those Big Macs, Whoppers and Cinnabons.
Overtime and through repetition it's conditioning will help you to make better choices, moment to moment, day by day. Take it along with you to the gym to stay focused, or work out at home with it, bring it to lunch... and by the way, these babies are anatomically correct replicas
Top Three Strangest Fitness Videos 2007-04-13 19:21:15 From poodles to male dancers, here is a pick of weird workouts on the web
1) Poodle mania
There are so many questions thrown up by this video. Why is this woman dressed like a poodle? Why are the poodles dressed like women? Why does watching it make you feel as though your brain is melting through your ears?
2) Who needs Botox?
Greer Childers demonstrates how to zap those wrinkles by giving your facial muscles a workout. Don’t try this on the bus.
3) “Cardio dance”
Who do you think is having more fun? The insanely happy guy in the video, or the editor who has apparently just worked out how to do special effects? Read more:Three
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Pearl Izumi Vertex MP3: Is that an MP3 in your pocket 2007-04-13 03:06:52 How does progress happen? Through intellect, inspiration, and the courage to be different.Fumbling for a new song in the saddle is your inspiration, Pearl
Izumi is the intellect behind the Vertex MP3 Cycling Shorts, and you (the consumer) who dares to wear these in public... well that my friend is where the courage to be different comes in.
It might seem like overkill, but the built-in Flash MP3 Player and thigh-mounted control strip will help keep you on track while zooming down the road.
A spin around the block never looked so good.
Product Page: Pearl Izumi
Rock Stars or Fitness Gurus 2007-04-16 20:37:57 Are today's fitness gurus trading spirutuality for celebrity?
An article I recently found (about Yogi's in particular) in the Los Angeles Times explores that question. Writer Jenny Hontz notes that "In this era of insatiable celebrity obsession, it seems anything stars do and anyone they touch also become famous. Yogis are no exception, and Los Angeles is the nexus of the two. As they live it up, though, some teachers wonder whether yoga has become so commercial — and so popular among the elite — that it has lost its soul."
Does the commercialization of yoga have to come at the expense of a good om? Or can the third eye prevail over the massive amounts of bacon these yogis are bringing home (veganism notwithstanding)? According to the article a popular teacher in LA averages as much as $300,000 a year.
Remind me again why I'm blogging about fitness and not teaching it. Read more:Gurus
Kids FitDeck Cards: A Super Gift 2007-04-16 19:09:10 Kids are more obese than ever and Super
man is super cool. So I can't help but absolutely love the idea of these FitDeck exercise flash cards for kids... more importantly for my kids!They are a colorfully packaged card deck (which my boys more than approved of) that includes 50 exercise cards, four instructional and two stretching flashcards, accompanied by a game and activities workbook. Each flashcard features illustrations and instructions describing a different exercise. It’s a novel product, targeted toward children ages 4 to 16. After all, what kid wouldn’t want to work out with the big guy sporting the “S” on his chest?
“Superman’s greatest enemy is no longer Lex Luthor. It’s childhood obesity,” says the former Navy SEAL officer and certified personal trainer.
As the founder of FitDeck, Inc., a company that produces exercise products for all ages, Black is committed to inspiring children to “get off the couch, away from the computer, and start exercising agai Read more:Cards
Cohndom: The Condom Box 2007-04-18 19:47:31 Seat belts? Check. Locks on your front door? Of course. An extra pack of altoids at your desk in case of garlic-just-before-your-hot-date scenario? Well, duh.
For you, life’s never been about opting out — but it is about backing yourself up. And that’s exactly the idea behind Alessi's condom box; this little metal box keeps your condom safe and crush-free in your pocket or wallet. Talk about safe sex.
It could probably even stop bullets (the box, not the condom), making you safe on all fronts. Because, hey, sometimes you’ve got to play it safe before you can play at all. Read more:Condom
The Fruit Ring: Hang your fruit on the wall 2007-04-17 18:40:43 Woe is the postmodern parent. You’ll do anything to protect your pumpkin from chemicals and junk. And, even more when it comes to keeping your kids off your counters.
But once again, you find yourself inching down that slippery slope. The one known as Design Sacrificed in the Name of Your Kids. At its bottom? A landfill’s worth of ugly stuff.
Solution: The Fruit Ring by Joung Myung Lee. Compact and graceful, the spanking-new, ultra-sleek Fruit Ring is remarkably cool and fresh looking. This art meets design concept is one fruitbowl that babes and toddlers will lap up like candy; making you feel oh so worthy.
And, hanging on your wall it looks just as cool with or without kids. Unfortunately, The Fruit Ring is just a concept.
Giving us something to chew on.
Via: Notcot.org
100 Healthy Bloggers: Add Your Blog or Suggest Someone's 2007-04-17 15:59:45 If you want to be included in the 100 Healthy Blogs Photo Montage and Directory, please comment below. Please supply (1) Your Name. (2) An active URL to your blog and (3) An active URL to an image (I will make them 70x30 in size).
The Rules:
1. One entry per person
2. Only blogs may participate
3. Your blog must have been created before January 1st 2007 and must revolve around living a healthy lifestyle. It needs to be the majority theme of your blog and it must be one of the better blogs out there. Your site will be rejected if it is a domain squatter, a domain that forwards to another domain, if it contains intrusive popup ads, links to websites that are offensive, or if the website is broken, under construction, unfinished, or if the website is not user-friendly or confusing to the visitor or if it is all advertising or has a majority of sponsored posts.
4. Images should be the logo of your site.
See page here.
The Food Loop: Roll It, Stuff it, Loop it, Cook it 2007-04-20 21:36:36
Whether you’re a retro buff or not, these babies have a handle on the past, but are completely futuristic. They are all that is cool about cooking with a great streamlined design.
No more burnt string, no more tussles with trussing. A silicone strapette, thefoodloop, is designed to be adjusted easily around any stuffed, rolled, bunched or wrapped veg, meat or fish dish. Can be reused and will endure extreme temperatures in the oven, pan, microwave or freezer (but not direct flames). And, if that's not cool enough they have a new line of products making other cooking tasks easier, faster and more pleasurable. Check out the poachpod!
Surfs Up 2007-04-20 20:36:40 One of the greatest things about the sport of surfing is that you need only three things: your body, a surf-board, and a wave.
What, you say? Not true.
This season (because you are competitive), there is one more object needed: The 2007 Quiksilver desktop tide gauge.
Loaded with features this badboy gives you:
* 15 years of pre-programmed tide data (incase you have nothing else to do over the next 15 years, I know you're out there) and sunrise/sunset times for 300 spots around the world.
* 24 hour high-resolution graphic display of tide movement
* Digital reading of tide height measured in feet, meters, or coefficient
* Dual Time, Dual Alarm, Countdown Timer
* Surf Heat Timer and Wave Counter (by the way... what is all this stuff)
It comes with several mounting options like a desktop stand, metal carabiner and a car vent clip.
And, honestly if you're that obsessed with having all this information you might as well get more than one to keep in each location.
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