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Give presence this holiday

Posted on December 13, 2017 by Mike Chaiken

by CASSIE MCINTYRE CTFashionMag.com As the temperature keeps dropping and the days grow shorter it’s easy to forget about the important things in life. From running around, trying to keep […]

12 days of takeaways for the holidays, New Year

Posted on December 13, 2017 by Mike Chaiken

by LORI-ANN MARCHESE CTFashionMag.com Ever hear that taking trivial steps to living a healthier life is key? Well, that is true. As the holiday season is at its peak and […]

Are your workouts working out?

Posted on November 15, 2017 by Mike Chaiken

by CASSIE McINTYRE CTFashionMag.com Whether you’re a regular in the gym, set up your workouts at home, or have weekly sessions with a personal trainer you are still committed to […]

The Importance of Fruits

Posted on October 17, 2017 by Mike Chaiken

by LORI-ANN MARCHESE CTFashionMag.com Fruits are full of nutrients that are essential for your health, and assist in preventing the risk of certain diseases. Fruits contains fiber, antioxidants and specific […]

Staying motivated with your significant other

Posted on September 15, 2017 by Mike Chaiken

By LORI-ANN MARCHESE CTFashionMag.com As your relationship with your significant other progresses on through the years, it is possible that you catch your partner drifting off in a direction that […]

Are your workouts improving?

Posted on September 15, 2017 by Mike Chaiken

By CASSIE McINTYRE CTFashionMag.com Throughout your fitness journey you might question if you are seeing results. Has all your hard work been paying off? Do you keep going? As tempting […]

Practicing yoga every day

Posted on August 15, 2017 by Mike Chaiken

by CASSIE McINTYRE CTFashionMag.com I often get asked “How many times a week do you practice yoga?” Before I really started buckling down on my practice it was very minimal. […]

What to say to the kids post-weight loss surgery

Posted on August 15, 2017 by Mike Chaiken

by PATRICIA MILLER CTFashionMag.com Often times when we think of body image, we only think about how it directly affects our selves after weight loss surgery. I find that parenting […]

Those salads aren’t what they’re cracked up to be

Posted on August 15, 2017 by Mike Chaiken

by LORI-ANN MARCHESE CTFashionMag.com When you go to the drive-thru of a fast food restaurant for an on-the-go meal, there are only so many “healthy” options to choose from. You […]

Focus this summer on your health, fitness, and family

Posted on July 22, 2017 by Mike Chaiken

by LORI-ANN MARCHESE CTFashionMag.com As we are reaching the peak of summer, many parents are in the middle of bringing their kids to summer camp, organizing their family’s weekly schedules […]

Effortless fitness demonstrated by Miss CT’s Outstanding Teen contestants

Posted on July 8, 2017 by Mike Chaiken

by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com The fitness of the contestants at Miss Connecticut’s Outstanding Teen competition showed a great deal of effortlessness and energy at the latest installment of the annual […]

Meet the new queens of Connecticut

Posted on June 25, 2017 by Mike Chaiken

It’s been a long journey for the new Miss Connecticut, Eliza Lynne Kanner of Hamden. Kanner has a long history– 17 years– as part of the Miss Connecticut system, she […]

Finding your motivation for summer

Posted on June 14, 2017 by Mike Chaiken

by LORI-ANN MARCHESE CTFashionMag.com It’s officially that time of year to embrace the warm weather, and begin making official summer plans. How have you been enjoying the warmer weather recently? […]

Regaining your mid-year motivation

Posted on June 14, 2017 by Mike Chaiken

By CASSIE MCINTYRE CTFashionMag.com Everyone at some point has a bad day. Sometimes it can happen more often than we’d like but bad days are a part of life and […]

Folding forward into fitness

Posted on May 16, 2017 by Mike Chaiken

by CASSIE MCINTYRE CTFashionMag.com I think we all remember the sit and reach test we had to do in our school gym class. As a part of our athletic assessment […]

Getting ready for bikini season

Posted on May 16, 2017 by Mike Chaiken

by LORI-ANN MARCHESE CTFashionMag.com It’s that time of year again. Beach season is approaching, and it’s the time to start shopping for your bikinis. Summer is just around the corner. […]

Yoga class intimidation and how to overcome it

Posted on March 16, 2017 by Mike Chaiken

by CASSIE MCINTYRE CTFashionMag.com The ultimate goal in yoga is not to get the perfect pose instead it should be self-realization. You do not need to hike to a mountain […]

Healthy foods fit for your pregnancy

Posted on March 16, 2017 by Mike Chaiken

by LORI-ANN MARCHESE CTFashionMag.com To all those Mommies-To-Be out there, focusing on what you eat during your pregnancy is crucial to have the healthiest baby that you can. Although it […]

Keeping a resolution, even if it’s not for the new year

Posted on February 27, 2017 by Mike Chaiken

Statistic Brain Research Institute released a study on Jan. 1 that reported the number 1 New Year’s resolution is to lose weight and eat healthier. Of those surveyed, 21.7 percent […]

Beat the slump of a fitness bump

Posted on February 15, 2017 by Mike Chaiken

by CASSIE MCINTYRE CTFashionMag.com At some point in our fitness routines, we may be faced with a speed bump. Your motivation might be getting low, the gym is overcrowded, and […]

Fit pregnancy: Importance of healthy exercise for mommy and baby

Posted on February 15, 2017 by Mike Chaiken

by LORI-ANN MARCHESE CTFashionMag.com During your pregnancy, it was essential to focus in on your eating and fitness regime. The nourishment your baby received while you were pregnant was so […]

Making fitness goals for 2017

Posted on February 1, 2017 by Mike Chaiken

by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com After the initial rush of resolution resolvers hit the gym on Jan. 1 and surrendered by Feb. 1, the dedicated few are bearing down to reach […]

Meet Connecticut’s latest queen

Posted on January 23, 2017 by Mike Chaiken

by MIKE CHAIKEN CTFashionMag.com The 2017 Miss Black Connecticut USA pageant was held this past weekend with Charrisse Gudger, competing as Miss Black Stamford, taking home the title. Charisse Gudger was […]

Body Construct: A message to the Fit Mommies out there

Posted on January 18, 2017 by Mike Chaiken

by LORI-ANN MARCHESE CTFashionMag.com To all those Fit Mommies out there. I’m sure all of you have those fitness goals you have always wished you could have achieved. Getting back […]

41. Time to excuse yourself from the guilt

Posted on January 18, 2017 by Mike Chaiken

by PATRICIA MILLER CTFashionMag.com I am 41. Yes, this December I turned 41. I decided at 41, I’m going to release myself from guilt. Guilt of not being enough, not […]

A New Year: Overcoming fitness fears

Posted on January 18, 2017 by Mike Chaiken

by CASSIE MCINTYRE CTFashionMag.com Finally 2017 is upon us and it’s that time to make those New Year’s Resolutions. If 2016 was a rough year for you sticking to your […]

Body Construct: Shake up the New Year with a ‘New You’

Posted on December 15, 2016 by Mike Chaiken

by LORI-ANN MARCHESE CTFashionMag.com As 2016 is coming to an end, you can only hope to see what the future holds for yourself. The end of the year is the […]

Cruising into a difficult situation

Posted on December 15, 2016 by Mike Chaiken

by PATRICIA MILLER CTFashionMag.com As I write this, I’m on a family vacation. A cruise, to be exact. Talk about a difficult situation and a learning experience at the same […]

Overcoming your own holiday humbug

Posted on December 15, 2016 by Mike Chaiken

By CASSIE MCINTYRE CTFashionMag.com I’m sure you’ve given yourself every excuse in the book to avoid working out this holiday season. You’ve probably told yourself things like “I’ll get back […]

Time to fall into running

Posted on November 17, 2016 by Mike Chaiken

by CASSIE MCINTYRE Special to CTFashionMag.com It’s that time of year again where the temperature drops and the days grow shorter. The cooler temperatures and beautiful views make being outside […]

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