Kardashian Kollection at Sears: Top Picks

So, last week, I visited Sears, one of the oldest retailers in American history... Walmat and Target got their start because of stores likes Sears, soooooo DON't sleep on them :)

As a kid growing up, my grandparents just LOVED Sears and they went there for everything from tires for the car, to clothes, washers and dryers, toaster ovens to fine jewelry.. you name it, Sears carried it! I think Sears lost a wee bit of their finese in the 90's and early 00's, but after my recent visit to Sears from the lure of the Kardashian sisters new klothing line, the Kardashian Kollection, I would say that Sears is defininitely stepping it up! 

The line reaches a rather interesting demographic... young tweens, college students, professionals looking for "fun" clothes and mature divas!  

Anywho, in my review, I really adore the style brought to Sears with the new "store within a store" koncept, with the larger the life size posters, black chandaliers, red potted roses, red carpet and black logo hangers 

My top pics and purchases from the kollection are...

Kardashian Kollection Leopard dress with lace overlay:


As seen on Kim Kardashian on David Letterman


I'm a sucker for animal print.. :/   .....for GOOD animal print!  It can't be too busy, or too cheap.  This makes the mark. What do you think?

Black Blazer with Lace back and sleeve


Lace see-through Shirt and matching skirt!


Seen here on Kourtney Kardashian. Pink lace Kardashian Kollection Shirt

 There are tons of other great pieces that I plan to add to my Kollection (sorry.. can't help the "K" fever) for the fall!

I must admit, these girls know how to SELL SELL SELL... Thee last several days, they've ditching their high-end desginer digs and replaced them with clothes from their OWN line... Marketing 101: best way to market your product?  USE/WEAR it yourself, don't just endorse it!  Way to go ladies...

My only dismay was the sizing seemed a bit off?  Anyone else experience this?  I think because of the dempgraphic, perhaps they tried to combine, juniors-misses-petite-women's sizes all into one line.  I DID have to go up a size on a few pieces from my normal size.

Next review... Kohl's for JLo's collection...  Celebrity mini-lines in reasonbly prices stores are definitely trending now...

Did anyone else purchase?  What's your fav?

BNIO Fitness Outdoor Boot Camp Commercial

Hello all! I just wanted to share some footage with you from my BNIO Fitness Boot Camp!  Fall Session begins Wednesday, 9/7!  Hope to see you there.  Please contact me for details.

People are seeing amazing results!

Beyonce- Baby Bump Revealed at VMA's 2011 during Live Performance

Well, to all of the Beyonce fans, the rumors are true! B & J are expecting their first child as revealed by Beyonce, a supporter of the Let's Move Campaign, during her life performance at the MTV's VMA's last night in LA.


Congrats to Beyonce, an amazing performer who will know now conquer motherhood!

Check out the performance and the Beyonce's Baby Bump reveal below:

Get More: 2011 VMA, Music, Beyoncé

BNIO Fitness Presents....


WRAP in the City Party!

Join me if you want to de-tox and LOSE INCHES of Fat NOT Water that STAY's off....Lift, TIGHTEN and TONE a part of your body ie. abs, legs, thighs, arms, face, chin, neck
…all within 45 minutes!!


Date: Saturday, August 27th from 4pm-6pm


What: “WRAP in the City Party!”



My de-tox body slimming wrap is a GREAT compliment (with proven results) to your exercise routine and healthy lifestyle! Not there yet? No Worries…This is a great way to JUMP-Start your NEW healthy lifestyle and lose inches in the process!


Join me and get wrapped in this all natural based de-tox slimming body WRAP* for only $30 -or- just come to talk to me about how itWorks!

Drinks and Light Fare will be served.

Want to bring a friend? No problem! Sign them up as well!


RSVP  in the comments section below or on facebook: www.facebook.com/BNIOFitness

Want more info? visit: http://www.bniofitness.itworks.net/

*Wrap application will be done in private.

***Spaces are limited.*** ***Please confirm your attendance AND/OR desire to Wrap during the party by Monday 8/22/2011 so that I will have a wrap available for you.***

Let me help you get your sexy back!

Mini Booty Boot Camp in 10 minutes!



Mini Booty Boosting Boot Camp Workout

which you can complete in 10 minutes!

The buns are complex, made up of 3 key muscles, the Maximus (top/major ), Meduis (middle/side) and Minimus (bottom). Whether you are a Beginners, Intermediate and Advanced levels, I've put together a

MINUTES 0-1:00:  Warm-up

• Jumping Jacks with alternationg front kicks

MINUTES 1:00- 2:00:  Reverse Lunge Right Leg

• Stand with legs hip width apart, arms at your side.
• Reach one foot behind you like you are taking the first step if walking backwards and drop your knee, hands on hips. (Pretend I'm standing above you with a string and drop straight down center, core tight)
• Push off with the heel of the opposite leg (this is the secret!).
• Alternate counts of down 1 up 1 and down 3 up 3.
• Be sure to keep your back firmly upright and straight throughout this exercise.

MINUTES 2:00- 3:00: Reverse Lunge Left Leg

• see above

MINUTES 3:00-4:30:  Arabesque

• Stand with feet hip-width apart, right arm reaching toward ceiling.
• Extend right leg back and lift 5 to 7 inches, knee facing floor and toes pointed.
• Lower and repeat 15 times.
• Alternate right and left side 15 times each.

MINUTES 4:30-5:00: Rest and stretch!

MINUTES 5:00-7:00: Front Kick with Squat

• With feet shoulder-width apart, squat down 90 degrees.
• Stand, lifting right leg to hip height at side.
• Hold for 3 counts, then kick forward and come down.
• Repeat 15 times on same leg then switch legs.

MINUTES 7:00-8:00: Standing Leg Toe Taps

• With feet shoulder-width apart, stand firm on one leg.
• raise the right leg to hip height and lower tapping toes to the ground
• count down 2 and up 2.
• Repeat 30 times on each leg.

MINUTES 8:00-9:00:  Straight Leg Deadlifts

• Stand with feet wide apart, your toes pointing out, and your hands clasped together in front of you.
• Slight bend in knees and henge forward from your hips.
• Make sure you keep your lower back straight and your head raised.
• Push back at the hips and out with the butt, reach back between your legs and stick your butt out and up, until your hamstrings reach maximum. (Try to bring your knees as close to your chest as possible.)
• Slowly return to starting position with weight in your heels.
• Repeat

MINUTES 9:00-10:00:  Stretch! and you're done!

Ear Drama, Stacey Dash on Single Ladies!

If you are in to the new era in television program... not quite reality, not quite drama, but a mix of the two worlds- where real stars play themselves, real designers are featured and there's tons of drama, then perhaps you've caught a glimpse at VH1's new series produced by Queen Latifa, "Single Ladies".  In a recent of the hit show starring Stacey Dash (Clueless) and Lisa Raye (The Player's Club), you may have noticed the "Ear Drama" on Stacey Dash who plays the sassy and independent yet emotionally sensitive character Val, at the closing bar scene.

Val,  played by Stacey Dash worn some pretty cool and super haut sparkling crystal and feather earrings by Bebe: 

        

In the show, the feathers were black instead of blue.  What do you think?   Epic Win or Epic Fail? 

Reebok Easy Tone Capri Pants: My New Clothing Crush!

Hi dolls! Amazing summer, calls for an amazing outdoor workout, which calls for amazing workout clothing.. hence my latest workout Clothing Crush!  Reebok Easy Tone Capri Pants!  I came across these the other day while shopping for some new workout gear.  As a trainer, I workout about 6 days a week, so I need some good sturdy workout clothes!

The store didn't have my size in stock so I had to special order it.  However, I was able to try on a larger size, and although to big, the pants were still a great fit! I love the extra compression in the thighs. The pants have Resistone bands to create resistance as you move. They are designed to tone and strengthen the lower body muscles and improve posture and body alignment.  The claimed results remain to be seen... but in the meantime, the pants are really cute and stylish and have "back pockets" and a "zipper" so they look really fly.  The price point ranges from $65-$85.  Look out for my reviews of the pants coming soon!

Eva Mendez, brand ambassador for Reebok Easy Tone

Back view of Reebok EasyTone Capri

Want a Quickie... Workout?

Got 10 minutes?  Jump start your morning with this 10 minute exercise routine. Its quick and easy, gets  your metabolism going for the day and you can do it right in your home!

Start your morning with a full body stretch routine seen here:

Then... Go right into your workout!

NEED:  Water, Kettlebell and a mat 

Do each exercise for 50 seconds, taking a 10 second break inbetween each exercise:

Exercise 1:  Jumping jacks (gets your cardio going!)

Exercise 2: Squats

Exercise 3:  Mountain Climbers  (add a twist to intensify)

Exercise 4:  Kettlebell 1 arm swing with right arm  (bell in one hand, other arm out to your side.  Be sure your swing is controlled and pop up using your hips.  Once bell is at eye level, return to a swing.)

Exercise 5:  Kettlebell 1 arm swing with left arm  (bell in one hand, other arm out to your side. Be sure your swing is controlled and pop up using your hips. Once bell is at eye level, return to a swing.)

Exercise 6:  Jumping Jacks

Exercise 7:  Plank  (down on your elbows and toes, butt low and hold!)

Exercise 8:  1 leg lunge right leg (step back with one leg and start on your toes. drop straight down from your center as if someone has a string over your head. Be sure that your knee and ankle are parallel and knee stays behind your toes.)

Exercise 9:  1 leg lunge left leg (step back with one leg and start on your toes. drop straight down from your center as if someone has a string over your head.  Be sure that your knee and ankle are parallel and knee stays behind your toes.)

Exercise 10: Jackknives (lay flat on back and bring arms and one leg to center of body for a crunch. Lower leg and repeat with opposite leg)

 

How did you do?

Praying for your Health?

Are YOU praying for your health?  If you are, then you are not alone!  More and more people are taking their health concerns to the Creator, to God...

I discuss with my clients and in seminars that being FIT and HEALTHY is a lot deeper then what we see physically.  There is a deeper connection between the Body, Mind and Spirit then what is visible to the naked eye.  Finding the connecting is an exciting experience!  If you are spiritually lead, it makes logical sense to seek guidance and direction from God regarding your health.

Historically, many churches and society promote financial wealth and prosperity, monetary manifestations, large homes, cars and lavish vacations but what good is all of this if you are not in good health?

Many pastors, priest, bishops and church leaders are starting to promote good health to their congregations.  I have personally held seminars for church groups and lead group exercise sessions in morning worship services to bring awareness to health and fitness to individuals and church families.  I believe that your body, your temple, is a temporary vessel that houses your Spirit.  You are deeper then what you see physically.  The purpose of your body is to manifest the Spirit.  If your physical man is not at an optimal level, then your mental man is in disarray and your Spirit cannot properly manifest itself in our world.  (check out my previous post on the Secret of Successful Leaders)

According to a study published by the American Psychological Association in the May issues of the APA journal of Psychology of Religion and Spirituality (the "Study"), praying for health issues increased by 36 percent between 1999 to 2007, with a large increase post 9-11.

The correlation?
--People who experience a decline in personal health or see health decline/tradgedy in others are more likely to turn to prayer to cope with the changing circumstances in their lives and surroundings.  Prayer is also a common coping resource for those with recent improvements in their health as people tend to pray gratuitous prayers.  70% of cancer survivors reported recent prayers during their illness and after their recovery according to the Study.  Most people tend to turn to pray AFTER they have been diagnosed or AFTER they get better.  In general, according to the Study, individuals who use positive religious coping techniques such as prayer, have both improved perceived mental and physical health as well as improved objectively measured health outcomes.



However, I think ALWAYS praying for good health*, giving thanks for good health and praying for guidance and direction for living and maintaining a healthy lifestyle should be part of your daily prayer and not just during and after healing but PRIOR to illness or health issues.  
TIPS for DAILY PRAYER FOR GOOD HEALTH, for you and your love ones:

Tip 1:  Pray for protection and good physical, mental and spiritual health daily.
Tip 2:  Give thanks for your present state of good health as a preventive measure.
Tip 3:  Pray for recovery back to a good healthy balance.
Tip 4:  Use prayerful meditation to cope with existing circumstances.

Any other tips?  Do you pray for your health?

Article of Reference:  National Trends in Prayer use as a Coping Mechanism for Health Concerns: Changes from 2002-2007

*My reference to health in this article refers to good health of the internal and external body, the mind and the spirit. 

*** My Prayer:  Lord, teach me how to pray and what to pray for.   Guide my steps, minster to my Spirit.***

The Colors of Gucci, Summer 2011 Fun!

Summer really brings out the colors doesn't it!?  This season, Gucci  definitely did not disappoint, showcasing some really bold colors on the runway.  This darling number by Gucci, graced the cover of Vogue Paris back in Feb. 2011 and is beginning to translate into "real time" as a few celebs have worn it.  Do you plan to rock any of these vibrant colors this summer?  I'm a HUGE fan of orange, turquoise, green and purple so I plan to rock these colors!

Here are a few pics:



Here are a few celebs in the outfit in a couple variations of it:



Kim Kardashian in Orange and Purple, gold belted Gucci

   

JHud in Gucci



Camilla Belle in Gucci