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Men's Health Month: Living Long and Healthily
During June, organizations around the world celebrated Men’s Health Month as a way to raise awareness for health issues facing men. But just because June is over doesn’t mean you should put your health on hold. Maintaining your health is a full-time job and while you sometimes may take a “vacation” of sorts from focusing on our health (have a few beers at a party, overeat while binge watching “House...
10 Picture Taking Tips
I admit: I am picture obsessed. I am that mom who snaps pics of my kids every day 50 times a day. I just can't help it...I want to document every single thing. I can only assume I'm not the only crazy picture-taking mom, so I thought it would be fun to highlight picture taking tips for parents.
My friend Marisa Grabowy runs Marisa Belle Photography out of Scottsdale, specializing in families and weddings. As a mom, she knows getting that money shot can be a challenge, so she shared some insight on shooting that perfect picture.
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Scottsdale Gym Owner Competes to be Women's Health Magazine's Next Fitness Star
Local Scottsdale gym owner and Best of our Valley award winner, Nikki Metzger, was recently selected by Women’s Health Magazine as a top five finalist out of thousands of contestants for its third annual Next Fitness Star Competition.
A panel of celebrity judges and online fan votes will decide the next winner, who will star in her own fitness DVD and become a contributor for Women’s Health Magazine.
Out of the five competitors, Metzger said...
6 Easy Ways To Stick To Your Fitness Plan This Summer
Summer’s here and that means fun weekend trips to the lake, barbeques, cocktails and skimpy bathing suits.
The thought of sticking to your regular fitness plan through all the trips and events can be overwhelming, but by implementing these five easy steps, it will be a breeze!
1) Have A Game Plan
Write out what you are willing to do during the summer. If that means scaling back from your typical plan that is totally okay, just be honest with yourself. Maybe you’re used to going to yoga 5-6 times a week and only...
Best Phoenix Resort Waterslides
Phoenix resorts are best known for their sunny golf courses and swimming pools. While the golfing may be top-notch, try a cooler option this summer and check out some award-winning pools. Whereas other resorts might offer a couple different swimming options, Phoenix resorts feature whole water parks complete with three, six, even 10 pools. And what water park is complete without a rushing waterslide, or two or three? Here are our top 10 picks for the best resort waterslides in the Valley.
