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Do you have a drawer full of sports bras that look good but don’t support or vice-versa? So did I. As a 6-days per week gym-rat, I get how important it is to find sports bras you love. But with scores of different options, many of them more fashionable than functional, sports bra shopping can become a marathon of its own. So, I thought I’d chime in on the subject. Why you need a good sports bra Your breasts’ natural support system consists mainly of connective tissue, called Cooper’s ligaments, as well as skin. While they’re good enough against gravity alone, physical...

Good news: The effects of a tough workout may last a lot longer than the time you’re in the gym. Thanks to excess postexercise oxygen consumption (EPOC)—also known as the “afterburn effect”—your body may continue to torch calories for up to 36 hours after you stop exercising. But you don’t reap these benefits from just any exercise. To get the true afterburn effect, fitness pros stress that you have to work out for 15 minutes at greater than 70% of your VO2 max, which stands for maximal oxygen uptake and refers to the amount of oxygen your body is capable...

The route will begin and end at the Tougaloo Owens Health and Wellnes Center. Racers will run/walk through the Tougaloo community and the historic Tougaloo College campus. Please order your race tshirt by using the link AKA 5K Official 2017 Race Shirt or RUN WITH ME. Greek shirts are available on this site. The last day to order 5K tshirts is September 4, 2017.Awards: Overall, Masters, Grand Masters. Age group awards to top three.5K Run/WalkMale: 19 and under, 20-29, 30-39,40-49,50-59,60-69, 70 & OverFemale: 19 and under, 20-29, 30-39,40-49,50-59,60-69, 70 & OverTEAM COMPETITION: Teams may have 3-5 members, but only top...

You may know this awesome Alpha beast or maybe you heard of him because he's well known in the fitness world as @inkedApe. A major motivator who takes health and fitness to a cosmic level. Mikhail has proven to be the epitome of the word dedication and consistency by motivating the masses with his daily feed of workout tips, training regimens and nutrition advice. Watch his latest video below to get an idea of the caliber of men the brothers from 1906 produce...

“Athleisure” is officially here !!! Soon the definition,“casual clothing designed to be worn for both exercising and for general use” will be part of Merriam-Websters next edition. Looking at the way the Designers & Retailers have embraced the trend it's fairly clear that this is no longer a trend – it is now a lifestyle. With or without a body like Beyonce's, in or out of the gym, Americans (American women especially) have made "athleisure" the hottest thing in the apparel industry as the “Athleisure” trend is holding firm. Athleisure represents a major change in fashion. The reasons for this change are many but the...

When setting weight goals, it’s easy to pick a number that seems as low as possible — or at least lower than you are now — or to arbitrarily choose a time in your personal history when your weight seemed just right. Maybe that was high school, pre-baby or just a few months ago.You may choose to go with a more standard number, like the “normal” range of your body mass index (BMI) score, or simply compare yourself to some of the fitter people on your Instagram feed who seem to be around your height and build.The fact is: Choosing...

Saturday, October 21, 2017 in Fort Worth, TX at Trinity Park Policeman and Fireman's Memorial Click Here To Register The Fort Worth Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated and the Epsilon Alpha Chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Incorporated invite you to join us as we rally around our students, families, and our community to raise the awareness of bullying. Delta Sigma Theta Sorority and Omega Psi Phi Fraternity are working with several organizations within the National Institutes of Health (NIH) to implement educational outreach initiatives that raise awareness about issues affecting families such as mental health, including...

Most everybody already knows the amazing benefits of this miracle elixir – but to give you a quick recap, it lowers blood pressure, boosts energy, aids digestion, eases a sore throat and can even treat acid reflux and joint pain… Apple Cider Vinegar for president. So today, we’re not here to tell you why you should drink it, but instead we’re here to show you how to drink it. Whether you’re looking to de-bloat, ease the symptoms of a cold or are simply wanting a way to incorporate it into your morning ritual (snaps for prioritizing your health), we’ve got just...

Join us on June 17, 2017 as we bring the Chicagoland Divine Nine Organizations and friends together for the Divine Nine 5K race.  The race is sure to  provide participants the opportunity to network, socialize and raise funds to support the NPHC-Chicago Scholarship fund. Running and/or walking can be incredibly beneficial to the body, mind, and spirit, and you will find that even short runs (5K) could leave you feeling more energized, more focused, and better able to enjoy all that life has to offer.  Participants will receive a  T-shirt, goodie bag and race medal to all finishers. Registration includes: T-shirt, goodie bag, and...

The Divine Nine 5K is a 5K run/walk that brings together members, family and friends of the Divine Nine organizations. Presented by the National Pan Hellenic Council of Greater Atlanta and Fulton County Parks and Recreation, participants not only gain the unity and fellowship with others but participate in community service by donating new or gently used (clean) blankets for Atlanta's homeless citizens. Registration includes: T-shirt, goodie bag, and race medal to all finishers Location: Welcome All Park, 4255 Will Lee Road, Atlanta, GA US 30349 Register: https://runsignup.com/Race/GA/Atlanta/DivineNine5KAtlanta

LBISB NUPES PRESENTS:HEALTHY KAPPAS I HEALTHY COMMUNITIES LOCATION: CULVER CITY STAIRS DATE: SATURDAY MAY, 13TH 2017ADDRESS: 6800 HETZLER ROADCULVER CITY, CA 90232FOR MORE INFORMATION: PLEASE CONTACT BROTHER BAILEY AT 708-244-7653

Registration is now open for the Omega Psi Phi - Bulldog 5k Run/Walk to Fight Lupus. Come join the Men of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. in our effort to fight Lupus. Where: Kenneth Hahn Recreational AreaWhen: May 6, 2017Event details and schedule Event Schedule: Registration opens at 8:00am. Run begins at 9:00am Course info: Moderate Hills Arrival info: Registration and Warmup begins at 8:00am Parking info: Parking is limited near course. Early arrival is suggested Waivers and ID: Yes, Requested at time of onsite check-in What to bring: Happy Feelings and Caring Heart What to wear: Running Gearhttp://www.active.com/los-angeles-ca/running/distance-running-races/omega-psi-phi-5k-bulldog-run-walk-for-lupus-2017