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Avoiding Common Foot Injuries in Exercise

Jul 28, 2014 | Ashley Kaufman

When that pair of 4 inch heels calls to you from across the department store, do you take a moment to consider your feet before pulling out the credit card? Let’s be honest, we all probably own many pairs of shoes more eye-catching than comfortable. We count on our feet to get us everywhere, so they […]


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When To Change Your Running Shoes ~ tips from the professionals.

Jul 8, 2014 | Susu

As we all well know, running shoes aren’t cheap.  Even if you don’t go for the latest, hottest brand, technology, and color, running shoes are still one of the larger expenses in the sport. Unfortunately, as you log in the miles, your shoes will lose their cushioning, stability, and shock absorption.    Running in old […]


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Pinch Me I’m 40! How to stay looking as young as you feel.

Jun 3, 2014 | scoop team

If Family Feud had a survey that asked what women honestly want for their 40th birthday, I think one of the top answers would be BOTOX. Yes,  diamonds, vacations and cars are also right up there, but among my girlfriends, youth typically wins. Year after year the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS) has seen […]


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Load Up on These Foods That Fight Sun Damage

May 26, 2014 | scoop team

Even though some time spent in the sun each day is great for our health,  the sun’s strong rays can have damaging effects on the skin and possibly even lead to skin cancer. Did you know that you can protect your skin from the potentially harmful effects of the sun by eating certain foods? Foods […]


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New Hilliard Studio Method Video perfect for your summer travel plans.

May 18, 2014 | Susu

Hilliard Studio Method®  has the answer to the ongoing dilemma of how to keep up with weekly workouts when traveling on vacay and out of town on business.    They’ve just released the third in their series of Hilliard Studio Method® Vimeo Videos available HERE for purchase or rental, and a DVD will also be available soon.  You […]


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Ten Questions for Hilliard Studio Method Instructors on Fitness at 40

Apr 26, 2014 | Susu

As part of our So This is 40 Series sponsored by HENDRICK MINI, we tackle some of the issues faced when turning the big 4-0…..along with some of the fun stuff like best gifts, make-up, hair tips, and celebratory girls’ trips.  We’ve learned this month about Osteoporosis from ORTHO CAROLINA and how to best fix […]


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The Risk Factors for Osteoporosis in Women

Apr 26, 2014 | scoop team

I sat down for an in person interview with Dr. Michael J. Meighen from OrthoCarolina Concord to discuss bone density/osteoporosis,  specifically the risks facing women in their 40’s. With my daily focus generally on skin, hair and whether or not I can fit into my jeans, I have not given much thought to my bones. Assuming […]



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Our Top Ten Reasons Why You Should Get Annual Mammograms

Apr 19, 2014 | scoop team

Charlotte Radiology Says 40 is the new Pink. So Here Is Our Top 10 List of Why You Should Get An Annual Mammogram, starting NOW. 10. It doesn’t take much time and is easy to do. Most appointments take less than 30 minutes from check-in to completion……The line at Starbucks can sometimes take longer.   At […]


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Hair Envy: How to have that perfect long hair as you age.

Apr 18, 2014 | scoop team

  The last few years have seen the confident breakage of many strict “rules” for style… pretty much, think of every style “rule” you’ve ever heard, and I can show you a fashionista who has broken it glamorously in the last 24 months. People started wearing white jeans in December, white shoes before Easter, fringe […]


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Fight the Belly Fat: 10 Foods to Eat and 5 Foods to Avoid

Apr 15, 2014 | Susu

Devan Kline is a local 25 year old fitness professional ~ C.P.T. (certified personal trainer) and F.N.S. (fitness nutrition specialist) ~ who has helped helped a multitude of area women change their lives through his rapidly growing studios Burn Bootcamp, and thousands more around the nation through his Online Training for Busy Moms – MamaBurst.com. […]


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Your Best Face in Your 40s

Apr 15, 2014 | scoop team

So. This is 40. Maybe you find it inspiring to see these ridiculously gorgeous celebrities – everything just gets better and better with age! – or maybe you just want to know who their plastics guy and cosmetic derm is.  I personally find it exhilarating to compare pics like these… Seriously. Or here… Or… One […]


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