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Easy Ways to Improve Heart Health
Heart disease (including stroke and other cardiovascular diseases) is the number one cause of death in the United States. The data from the American Heart Association (AMA) is frightening:
• There are 801,000 deaths in the US annually from heart disease
• One of every three deaths in America is from heart disease
• An average of one death every 40 seconds is related to cardiovascular disease It’s terrifying. But there are simple steps anyone can take to improve their heart’s health…and it doesn’t involve running a marathon or becoming a vegetarian. Prevention can be as simple as better sleep and light exercise.
The Rise of the Athleisure Industry
Look around and you’ll find that athleisure is now an acceptable, even popular, form of dressing for just about every occasion, except maybe for the red carpet. The impact of athleisure fashion is all the rage as women (and men!) flock to purchase athletic clothing that is acceptable in the workplace, for Sunday brunch, trolling around town doing errands, as well as a myriad of casual and social occasions. Quite simply, athleisure is becoming bigger than just a trend as “gym clothes” make their way out of the fitness arena and become a large part of people's everyday wardrobes. Athleisure is comfortable and functional clothing.
Read Now »The Many Important Benefits of a Good Night’s Sleep
Everyone (and we mean everyone) craves a good night’s sleep. A healthy night of slumber affects every aspect of your day-to-day life making restful sleep absolutely fundamental to overall health. Unfortunately, for millions of Americans, a good night’s sleep is elusive. At least 20 million Americans experience occasional sleeping problems and 40 million suffer from chronic, long-term sleep disorders. The repercussions of sleep can be harmful both physically and emotionally.
Read Now »How to Keep Animal Tested Items Out of Your Shopping Cart
No longer considered just a trend, buying “cruelty-free” items is becoming a sought-after lifestyle. More and more consumers are focusing on purchasing products that are designated as “cruelty-free.” This classification for cosmetics, apparel or other commercial products signifies that the item is manufactured and/or developed by methods that do not involve experimentation on animals. Everyday Products
From toothpaste to mascara, common daily items are frequently tested on rabbits and guinea pigs.
Smart Glasses May Be Where Fashion & Technology Intersect
Would you be surprised to learn that sales of smart glasses are estimated to reach $1.8 billion by the year 2021? A variety of wearable technology devices has been all the rage over the past five years. Unfortunately, with the failure of Google’s smart eyewear that was launched in 2012, this segment has been slower to grow than its category cousins that include fitness monitors and wearable health apparatuses. Quite simply, Google’s smart glasses were dorky and uninviting.
Read Now »Presidents Day at Joe's New Balance Outlet
It’s Presidents Day! Besides being totally confused about whether or not to include an apostrophe in Presidents (and then before the s or after the s?), it got me thinking. Is there anyone or anything more quintessentially American than George Washington, the president for whom this holiday originated? Apple pie? Maybe. Baseball? Perhaps. The free enterprise system? Definitely! And who benefits when private businesses compete for our hard-earned George Washingtons? We do! So this President’s or Presidents’ or Presidents Day, let’s make it our mission to buy the highest quality merchandise we can for the lowest possible price.
Read Now »How Exercise Affects the Body
Exercise is one of those things that every doctor recommends and almost everyone tries to avoid. Many think they can improve their health and wellness by changing their lifestyle or diet, hoping that if they can just do well enough in those areas they can forgo those unpleasant hours in the gym. Though many know that exercise is incredibly important for the body, many aren’t aware of just what benefits can come from mild, regular exercise. To try to highlight some of these benefits and show people that exercise can be fun and easy, we’ve put together this helpful guide. Walking Let’s start with the easiest.
Read Now »Valentine’s Flowers for Every Stage of a Relationship
The day of love is fast approaching and one of the most requested items for Valentine’s Day will be the wonderful traditional gift of flowers. Data reveals that over 198 million roses are produced just for this one occasion, with 73% being purchased by men. The customer service specialists at FTD are experts in choosing the proper bloom to match any stage of a relationship.
Read Now »Love Well with New Balance
A tale of two sweethearts for you as we head toward Valentine’s Day. My sister and brother-in-law canceled their gym memberships in tandem this year. A kind of anti-resolution; they both had valid reasons for throwing in the proverbial gym towel. She was sick of the poorly disguised gawking. A few unscrupulous characters took up residence on the machines directly across from the ellipticals and only exercised their eyes. Ew! My brother-in-law, on the other hand, was tired of being pushed off his machine by mirror-loving gym rats insisting, “Just need to get my reps in, brah,” every time he paused to take a breath.
Read Now »How Much Can You Save with an Off-Season Vacation
Traveling during the off-season may seem counterintuitive. Why would you go to a place like Florida during the hot and sticky summers, when it’s more comfortable and convenient to go during a mild Florida winter? Similarly, is anyone really that excited to fly into an area that’s below zero during the winter? Well, we’re here to tell you that if you plan properly and pick the right location, traveling during the off-season can be the very best way to travel. Not only will you save money, but you can get a different view of some places than most tourists get, making your trip more practical and more unique.
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