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Archive for 2010

Hot Bod NYE Tips

Who doesn’t want to look great for ringing in the new year?  It’s by far one of the biggest nights of the year to go out.  The evening also signifies a chance for new beginnings for a fantastic 2011.  If you’re heading out tomorrow night you definitely want to look your best.  I imagine to... Read more »
By Ashley Bond,
December 30, 2010 at 1:18 pm
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My favorite fitness products of 2010

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I had to share my favorite fitness products of 2010 with everyone.  When fitness is a part of your life, you depend on certain products to help you reach your goals.  Some of them are protective, some of them help you look better and some of them make you feel better.  I could not get... Read more »
By Ashley Bond,
December 20, 2010 at 5:33 pm
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Beat the Holiday bulge with tips from LIVESTRONG.com's Nutrition Advisor

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LIVESTRONG.com‘s nutrition Advisor, Alyse Levine M.S., R.D., has shared some of her tips to avoid the holiday bulge.  This time of year is especially challenging to keep off the extra pounds.  With parties, gifts and comfort foods(I mean it is cold in Chicago) it takes a great deal of willpower not to eat everything in... Read more »
By Ashley Bond,
December 15, 2010 at 3:58 pm
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Your Favorite Fitness Activities

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I asked through Twitter and facebook what your favorite fitness activities were.n I wasn’t sure what kind of answers I would get, but I wanted to know.  And I’m so glad I asked!  Not only did I see traditional answers, but creative and entertaining answers.  It’s so great to see what all of you enjoy... Read more »
By Ashley Bond,
December 7, 2010 at 10:46 pm
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Vote for your Favorite Shake Weight Jingle

Want to vote for your favorite shake weight jingle? For those of you who happen to watch infomercials or funny internet videos, the Shake Weight is nothing new to you.  This popular fitness device has gained attention from all over, from infomercials to Saturday Night Live.  People just can’t seem to get enough of it... Read more »
By Ashley Bond,
December 6, 2010 at 11:21 am
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Work off that Turkey dinner at the FREE Black Friday 5k

Come work off that awesome Thanksgiving feast at the 1st ever Black Friday 5k.  We all need a little motivation to get moving the day after a holiday, and this is your perfect chance.  Come join many Chicago Now Bloggers and participate in the 5k.  Bring everyone you’re grateful for to join you on the... Read more »
By Ashley Bond,
November 24, 2010 at 1:46 pm
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Inside look at the Girls on the Run 11th Annual Gala

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This passed weekend was the 11th Annual Girls on the Run Annual Gala.  It was a great evening full of great food, drink, music and fun.  All of it was for a great cause.  There was a silent auction and a live auction, featuring awesome experiences and memorabilia.  When walking into the room at the... Read more »
By Ashley Bond,
November 21, 2010 at 1:49 pm
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Come support Girls on the Run at their 11th Annual Gala

Girls on the Run is having their 11th annual gala this Friday November 19th.  The event is being held at the famous Chicago Drake Hotel from 8-midnight.  This gala raises money for the nearly 300 programs it has in existence, as well as future ones. Over 3800 girls are being helped by these programs.  “GOTRC... Read more »
By Ashley Bond,
November 14, 2010 at 9:30 pm
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A look at the Hot Chocolate 15k/5k

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The Ram Racing Hot Chocolate 15k/5k was last weekend, and it was a blast! It was my first year attending the event and it definitely lived up to my expectations.  This year the race was host to 30,000 runners.  The race was sponsored by Ghirardelli Chocolate, yummy goodness.  It was a very cold morning with... Read more »
By Ashley Bond,
November 14, 2010 at 8:11 pm
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Michigan Ave. Magazine Cause Celebs Event, Tonight!

Tonight is Michigan Ave. Magazine’s Cause Celebs event.  Michigan Ave. Magazine has written a piece this year about 13 women focusing on charity in our great city of Chicago.  I am honored to be included as one of those women.  Each woman is featuring a charity that is very dear to their heart.  Tonight from... Read more »
By Ashley Bond,
November 9, 2010 at 10:40 am
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