They say that you are the company you keep. Having spent my entire career helping brands define themselves through advertising and events, I have to agree. The people and things that surround us shape who we are, what we know–and,
Let It Ride
Fit Icon: Doug Johnson @ SWERVE
You won’t believe it, but, this guy used to weigh 336 pounds (he’s 5’7″). On May 14, 2008, his doctor told him that he was going to die. Not only was it a chore to get through day-to-day life, like
Big City, Small World
In a city like New York, where there are 8.3 million people in competition 24/7 for jobs, apartments and reservations, plus space on the sidewalk and seats on the subway, it’s really nice to see a familiar face in an
Win It! Bowflex Boost
You know that I’ve got a thing for activity monitors, which is why I’m so excited to be giving away a Bowflex Boost to one lucky reader. You’ve heard this here before, but: when it comes to fitness, knowledge is
One Happy Island
“Aruba, Jamaica…” The Beach Boys had it right. Aruba is my island, too–for sun, smoothies and water sports. Every January, my family spends a week with a core group of good friends who come from across the U.S. Slathered in
What’s Inside My Desk
At the end of the day, it’s always easier to skip the gym. You’re tired, you’re hungry and sweatpants (at home) sound more much appealing than sweating it out (anywhere). I totally know. But, consistency is the determining factor when
Fit Icon: Michael Aiken @ Brooklyn Crew
When greeting cards, candy and gifts start popping up in stores everywhere, it means only one thing: Valentine’s Day is coming. Whether you’re single and just looking or taken and just looking, you’ll be glad to meet Brooklyn Crew‘s Michael