Fit, Single Women and Men: Stop Dating Couch Potatoes

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(PRWEB) July 12, 2005

For many single women and men, living an active, fit lifestyle isn’t just a choice, but a way of life that involves a commitment of time, energy, and passion. Naturally, finding a relationship partner that shares similar priorities and interests is critical for compatibility, and many singles struggle to meet like-minded partners that share their commitment to fitness. Even with the help of broad, online dating services or personal ads, finding a mate with this specific qualification can be difficult.

Fortunately, for single women and men no longer willing to settle for “couch potato” partners, a new breed of thematic, more selective online dating services are proving popular. A far cry from the generic adult personals of yesteryear, these next generation services are helping health enthusiasts and others find compatible singles in a fun, private, secure environment. Websites such as http://www.fitness-singles.com are providing them with friendly, low-key venues to mingle, get to know each other, and decide how far to take the relationship.

Single women and men focused on fitness come in many varieties. They can be personal trainers or bodybuilders, but they can also be individuals who are interested in hiking, biking, running, surfing, yoga, or a myriad of other sports. They can be novice or pro. They might just enjoy working out at the gym daily. The common denominator is simply a passion for activity and physical fitness.

“I’ve checked out a few of the other ‘singles’ sites, and have met some people…but it’s tough to find someone who is as into fitness as I am,” says Scott Thomas of St. Louis, who turned to Fitness Singles to find a mate. “I wanted to find someone who is active and will remain so after we get serious. Every long term relationship I’ve been in, the girl became rather inactive after a while and it affected her mind, body and soul.”

Work out enthusiast Tim O’Malley found his love interest through Fitness Singles. “It was like we had known each other for years,” says O’Malley. “We went to the gym together, had a killer workout; we have everything in common. We didn’t think falling in love was possible and can’t believe it happened to us.”

Site members like O’Malley learn each other’s top three fitness interests and skill levels (from novice to pro) along with other information in fun profiles, which are a fast, easy way to get acquainted and gauge initial compatibility.

At the service – where it is free to join, create/search profiles, and tease others via a “show interest” button – members may also search by age, location, fitness interest, or keyword within categories such as appearance, lifestyle, family life, or education/employment. Members provide just the info they’re comfortable with, adding a public photo or private photo gallery if they choose.

Beyond email, live audio and video instant messaging, and a Who’s Online feature, subscribers to Fitness Singles have the unique opportunity of seeing who viewed or saved their profile and contacting them at their discretion. The Who’s Seen Me feature, in particular, is a fun, low-key way to see who’s been checking out your profile. Other popular features include a Who’s New list and Top 25 lists by fitness category, gender, and overall.

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Celebrity Yoga Teachers Ana Brett and Ravi Singh Team up with the YogaSoul Center to Shake Your Chakras & Rock Your Soul! Weekend Workshops April 20 – 22, 2012

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Eagan, Minnesota (PRWEB) April 05, 2012

The YogaSoul Center is excited to bring celebrity yoga teachers Ana Brett and Ravi Singh to Minnesota for the very first time! Until now, Minnesota students have only been able to experience their dynamic teaching style through popular DVDs. According to YogaSoul Owner, Tarisa Parrish, This is an epic event for Minnesota. I couldnt be more thrilled to partner with Ana and Ravi to bring this fantastic opportunity to take yoga and fitness to a new level in our community!

The core strengthening, dramatic and dynamic style of Yoga called Kundalini is sweeping the nation, and celeb trainers, Ana Brett & Ravi Singh are leading the way! Ana and Ravis signature style of Kundalini Yoga is an athletic type of yoga which covers the most important fitness fundamentals. It combines breath and movement for a body sculpting, aerobic, and spiritually uplifting experience! Its secret surprise is the way in which it motivates the body to burn calories through its work on the endocrine system and fills your life with strength, success, and Spirit!

Ana Brett and Ravi Singh have authored 22 DVDs and a soon-to-be published book, The Kundalini Yoga Book. They have trained more than 300 practicing kundalini yoga teachers. Their clients have included Olympic athletes and people from all walks of life. They travel extensively teaching workshops, conferences and retreats worldwide. Their approach is powerful, inspiring, moving, and fun. Recently, the Biggest Losers Jillian Michaels cited them as her favorite yoga teachers.

Ana and Ravi, who have more than 40 years teaching experience combined, will be leading four weekend workshops in the powerful yoga style of Kundalini Yoga. The Friday night session is called Yoga Cleanse: Lighten Up & Purify. Liver health determines to a large extent how people feel, look, and think. Due to environmental pollutants, oxidative stress, and unresolved negative emotions, most people’s livers are overtaxed, even in spite of a healthy lifestyle. The Yoga Cleanse workshop will feature a graceful yet powerful Kundalini Yoga set to purify and regenerate. This session will also feature a blissful meditation to arrive at a high level of purity, mentally, emotionally, and spiritually. Cost for the workshop is $ 35.

Saturday provides two opportunities for students to experience Ana and Ravi’s potent teaching style. The morning session called Spiral Fire is designed to create healing, inspiration, self-growth, and Spiritual awakening. The afternoon session called Move Your Energy, Move Your Life will help people regenerate, celebrate, and blossom as they experience a comprehensive physical and metaphysical workout. Students will learn to expand their range of movement physically, mentally, and more.

On Sunday, students will take a New Journey through the Chakras. In this inspiring workshop participants will climb the ladder of lights from the mundane to the miraculous! They will learn where their blocks are and how to transform them. Kundalini Yoga exercises and Meditations for each chakra will allow new energy to flow freely in the lives of the students providing a tangible experience of Spirit.

These sessions are not only a great initial foray into Kundalini Yoga for newbies, but also long-time practitioners will gain new insights and methods. Share in a powerful group energy and fill your life with strength, success, and Spirit! All workshops are 70% physical – 30% Meditative. ALL LEVELS WELCOME!

Cost for these powerful workshops on Saturday and Sunday are $ 50 each or save by registering for all three and pay only $ 145.

YogaSouls mission is to help clients win the battle against stress. It has an extensive class offering in several styles of yoga, including Kundalini, Hatha, Yin, and Vinyasa. It boasts a fully equipped Pilates studio and offers many kinds of classes, including Zumba, Tai Chi and belly dancing. Its full roster of teachers and healers provide clients with a variety of healing services, including intuitive readings, Reiki, Thai yoga bodywork, Ayurveda, energy work and several others. YogaSoul also hosts special workshops and teacher trainings.

To see a full schedule, make an appointment with a healer, sign up for a class, or register for teacher training visit YogaSouls website, http://yogasoul-center.com/ New students get their first week of classes free.





BOD POD invited to make a guest appearance at Gold’s Gym in St Petersburg, FL

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PALM HARBOR, FL. (PRWEB) August 20, 2005

Lifespan Fitness, Inc. (http://www.lifespanfitness.us) announces their Mobile BOD POD lab will be featured at a Member Appreciation Party to be held at Gold’s Gym in St Petersburg, Fl. – August 29, 2005.

The Bod Pod (http://www.bodpod.com/about.php), is no stranger to media coverage (http://www.bodpod.com/n_tv.php) Lifespan Fitness, in association with Gold’s Gym invite the local media to secure their free Bod Pod test. Stop by and see what the Bod Pod buzz is all about during Gold’s Gym Member Appreciation Party.

About Gold’s Gym

“Gold’s Gym has been the authority on fitness since 1965 dating back to the original Gold’s Gym in Venice, California. It was the place for serious fitness. Gold’s Gym quickly became known as “The Mecca of Bodybuilding.’’ In 1977, Gold’s Gym received international attention when it was featured in the cult favorite, Pumping Iron, starring Arnold Schwarzenegger and Lou Ferrigno. From that first gym in Venice, Gold’s Gym has become the largest co-ed gym chain in the world with more than 600 facilities in 43 states and 25 countries.

Today, Gold’s Gym has expanded its fitness profile to offer all of the latest equipment and services including, group exercise, personal training, cardiovascular equipment, spinning, Pilates and yoga, while maintaining its core weight lifting tradition. With nearly 3 million members world wide, Gold’s Gym continues to change lives by helping people achieve their individual potential”.

About Lifespan Fitness, Inc.

Lifespan Fitness, Inc. was recently formed to bring precision body composition measurement and tracking to the general public. These tools were previously confined to research centers, major universities and elite athletic facilities.

Gold’s Gym Member Appreciation Party

4949-34th St. S.

St Petersburg, Fl. 33711

Date: Monday August 29th

Time: 4pm until 8pm


Lifespan Fitness will be here with the BOD POD

Beef O’ Brady’s will be cooking the food

Florida Blood Services

Special Activities for the kids

(A clown to do face painting and balloon animals)

Special ZUMBA class with Tanya featuring Live Drums at 7PM

This event promises to be HUGE, come early!

Contact:

Dave Peters

Lifespan Fitness, Inc.

3088 Moss Rose Ave.

Palm Harbor, Fl. 34683

http://www.lifespanfitness.us


1-888-BOD-PODFla

1-727-789-2148

Dave Henning

Gold’ Gym

1-727-864-0333

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Fit Singles Find a New Online Dating Home

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Sterling, VA (PRWEB) November 1, 2005

Online singles websites have been in decline in recent years. Much like the fate of network television following the onslaught of cable, broad-appeal services have lost ground to niche sites that target specific demographic groups. One niche-dating directory that is growing in popularity is Fitness Singles (http://www.fitness-singles.com). Here, Chris Mattioli of Fitness Singles answers questions related to the online dating game.

How did Fitness Singles get started?

We formed Fitness Singles because we are personally committed to the fitness lifestyle, and noticed that fitness was underrepresented in the online dating field. As single women or men would view fitness as a desirable characteristic in a prospective partner, they decided to launch a site tailored to the fitness lifestyle.

What exactly do you mean by a fitness lifestyle?

For many single men and women, living an active, fit existence isnt just a choice, but a way of life that involves a commitment of time, energy, and passion. Naturally, finding a relationship partner that shares a similar lifestyle is critical for compatibility, and many struggle to meet like-minded partners that share that commitment.

Why should people go to your site rather than any of the other well-known online dating service sites out there?

Our site acts as a filter — a way to meet fitness people rather than the general public who may not be into fitness. It helps fitness enthusiasts to find compatible people in a fun, private, secure environment. Fitness Singles provides them with a friendly, low-key venue to mingle, get to know each other and decide how far to take the relationship.

What does your site have that others dont?

The biggest differences are a) we service dozens of specific fitness niches and make it easy for likeminded individuals to meet, and b) we have established a fitness web date using instant messaging and web cam technology. You can literally meet prospective singles and screen them virtually face to face in the comfort of your own living room.

How much better are the odds that a fit single woman or single man will find success on your site compared to one of the other more general dating sites?

You can gain access to millions of people at a general, online dating service. But those millions are worthless if they are not in the right category. By catering to one specific niche, we raise the chances of finding the right partner by at least tenfold (OR we make it far easier for individuals to make the right match).

Why dont fit people simply try to meet others at the gym or while running in a marathon?

People tell us that they feel awkward trying to meet people in a gym or in a sporting environment. And with leisure time diminishing these days, they dont have the time to visit bars and clubs. In fact, those genuinely interested in fitness are not particularly attracted to barflies and tend to avoid bars. They prefer to meet other singles who share their preference for fitness activities.

How would you define a fit person? Are we talking about body builders or those with a six pack?

No. Fitness Singles is intended for beginning, intermediate and advanced sports and fitness enthusiasts. We have thousands of members who spend only a few hours a week at a specific activity, ranging all the way up to thousands more who are willing to invest many hours a day. The common denominator is a passion for activity and physical fitness.

What types of fitness activities do you focus on?

The site covers the gamut of fitness activities. As well as running, bodybuilding, yoga, hiking and cycling, we cater to more specialized niches such as archery, table tennis and wind surfing.

Why must fitness-oriented singles date other fitness people? Why not meet a wider range of individuals?

Fitness people motivate each other to continue a fitness lifestyle. Some like to spend 2 to 3 hours per day at their chosen fitness activity. Others might prefer to invest every weekend in activities such as kayaking, rock climbing or surfing. If they have a partner who does not share that commitment, it can either lead to distance in the relationship, or to the person having to abandon their fitness goals.

By reading through the bios of people using other services, I noticed that many voiced frustration. Why is that?

The usual complaint about online dating sites is that by trying to be all things to all people, they end up being of little benefit to anyone. So when fitness-oriented singles find out about Fitness Singles, they become really excited. They tell us that this is what they have been looking for.

I noticed that most of the people featured on your site look quite hot. Is that realistic, or are you trying to make it look more attractive to others?

Its very real. The fact is fit people look healthier and more attractive. The profile photos on our site are of actual individuals that sign up for Fitness Singles.

Dahn Yoga Foundation Campaign for the Earth Greets Earth Day with Meditation

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Mesa, Arizona (PRWEB) April 06, 2012

Meditate and Make a Difference is Dahn Yoga Foundations Earth awareness campaign, from April 8th until April 22nd, 2012. Dahn Yoga Foundation believes that it can help people take more significant action for the Earth through meditation. In addition to meditation activities, the campaign will direct donations to EarthShare New York and other Earth friendly charities.

This campaign was created with the purpose of building Earth awareness beyond environmentalism, and is based on the idea that actions which begin with meditation can have the greatest impact for good.

–From April 8th to April 22nd, the campaign will feature guided meditations videos on the website of campaign co-sponsor, LifeParticeTV.com.

–On Thursday, April 19th and on Saturday, April 21st select Dahn Yoga centers and Body & Brain centers will host special Earth Day events, featuring an Earth Meditation Class, and the Broadcast of Music and a Tele-seminar from LifeParticleTV.com.

Dahn Yoga Foundation is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt charity and will share donations with select Earth friendly charities. Donations can be made on http://www.DahnYogaFoundation.org, http://www.LifeParticleTV.com or at event venues. Each $ 10 donation will entitle the donor to a free Plus membership on LifeParticleTV.com and special benefits from Dahn Yoga and Body & Brain centers.

Dahn Yoga Foundation hopes that through this campaign, many people will learn how to practice of focusing deeply within, and can more consciously take actions that support their communities and the Earth. For more information, watch this video http://youtu.be/F_M7PCTKyFQ

or visit DahnYogaFoundation.org.

About Dahn Yoga Foundation:

For more than 15 years, community-based Dahn Yoga classes have been made available free of charge or at substantially reduced rates in the US. Since 2006, these outreach classes have been organized under the Dahn Yoga Foundation, a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt charity, and are offered at various locations around the country, including public parks, senior centers, schools and community centers. In addition to yoga and meditation classes, Dahn Yoga Foundation supports community service projects. Whether cleaning up parks and beaches or planting trees, Dahn Yoga practitioners are breathing new life into Dahn Yoga ideals by putting them into practice.





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Humanity’s Team Kansas City Welcomes Spiritual Philosopher and Best-Selling Author, Timothy Freke

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Kansas City, MO (PRWEB) April 10, 2012

As far as spiritual experiences go, Kansas City has a lot to offer. Being a hub for different religious sects makes it an interesting place for any spiritual explorer. Many important people have come to our great City to help enlighten others to their own higher good and Timothy Freke is no exception.

But how exactly does a best-selling author, spiritual pioneer and stand-up philosopher like Tim get to Kansas City? With the help of some very enthusiastic and motivated people of course! Enter Humanity’s Team, WildJoy! Productions, and LileStyle Productions.

Wild Joy! Productions cut its teeth on bringing the international yoga chant stars Deva Premal & Miten with Manose to Kansas City for their first concert appearance ever in the Midwest and now is dedicated to bringing more sacred music and enlightening events to the area. LileStyle Productions is a video production and social media management company dedicated to helping with the same goals. Humanity’s Team, founded by New York Times Best-Selling Author Neale Donald Walsch, is dedicated to awakening the world to our profound connection to each other and fostering a community with those principles. Together these groups are working towards creating more and more enlightening events for the residents of Kansas City.

The amazing thing in talking with Tim for the first time was that it was like I was talking with another part of myself, says WildJoy! Productions owner, Paul Goldman. His best-selling book, The Jesus Mysteries, along with his other books, really took me on a journey to discover my own deep connection to everyone and all of life and I know that others can feel this same connection through the Mystery Experience.

This wouldn’t be the first time Tim has graced Kansas City with his heart-opening insights. In a brief interview he said, I love Kansas City and can’t wait to get back there to see all of the exciting things that have changed since I last visited.

Steve Farrell, the Worldwide Coordinating Director for Humanity’s Team, is excited to see these events unfolding, saying, Humanity’s Team Kansas City is a great example of a grass-roots movement in action. With members in over 150 countries all over the world, this Global movement depends on small groups like HT Kansas City to help awaken the world to our connection to each other in order to foster more cooperation between us and bring about world peace.

So when will Tim be here? Everything is really falling into place for a phenomenal four-day event, says Angie Lile, Owner of LileStyle Productions and group leader for Humanity’s Team Kansas City. We’re working on spreading the news far and wide using social media and video. Paul has done a terrific job of making all of the arrangements and lining out the program.

Tim’s first appearance,Two Transformational Events in One Evening, will be held at Unity Temple on The Plaza , Thursday July 5, 2012. The evening is to begin with an Encounter with Tim Freke from 7pm to 8:30pm which includes both a discussion on his new book, The Mystery Experience, and a book signing. The evening tops off from 9pm to 10:30pm with HuDost in concert featuring Moksha Sommer from Montreal and Jemal Wade Hines from New York. The cost for all of this: Encounter with Tim Freke, a copy of The Mystery Experience and HuDost in concert is just $ 40.

Next, there will be a 3-day relaxed-intensive, The Mystery Experience Retreat at Savior Pastoral Center, 12601 Parallel Parkway, Kansas City, Kansas. This retreat will begin on Friday, July 6, 2012 at 5pm and conclude on Sunday, July 8, 2012 by 3:30pm. The cost for the retreat is $ 375 and includes lodging and all meals (Friday Dinner, Saturday Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner, and Sunday Breakfast and Lunch). Early-bird discounted tickets are available only until April 15, 2012 for $ 325.

When you taste the Mystery Experience you know something which changes everything. Its like dissolving in an ocean of love. There is such a feeling of relief and well-being. Like coming home. The whole purpose of spirituality is to help us let go into the Mystery Experience. And this is much easier than is commonly believed, because it is simply recognizing our own essential nature, which is always present.

Find out more about these events by visiting WildJoy! Productions





Guided Stand Up Paddling Arrives at Lake Powell with a Unique Fitness Twist from Top Utah Fitness Trainer and Adventure Guide, Melanie Webb of Sol Fitness Adventures

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Orem, UT (PRWEB) March 29, 2012

Stand up paddling, the worlds fastest growing water sport, has officially arrived at Lake Powell, with leading fitness trainer and adventure guide Melanie Webb of Sol Fitness Adventures becoming one of the first certified instructors the only one who is a nationally certified Personal Trainer in the northern Arizona / southern Utah region.

The three unique SUP offerings are the products of Webbs combined 4 years of stand up paddle experience and 12+ years as a fitness trainer and adventure guide. I was hooked the first time I tried SUP, back in 2009 on the Potomac River in Maryland. This sport has something for everybody – from the super fit athlete to the newbie on water. The combination of balance and core exercise is an awesome workout, and being on the water, whether its the majestic redrock cliffs of Lake Powell or Santa Barbaras Pacific Coastline, is an incredibly calming, Zen experience. Webbs SUP Core Fitness fuses Pilates floor and Yoga exercises with the board on water; SUP Pranayama captures the essence of the calming effects of water in a paddle session with breathing meditations; and SUP Lessons teaches the basic strokes.

An innovator in the adventure travel industry, Webb is passionate about connecting travelers to their bodies and Mother Nature through exercise and mindfulness work. SUP is an additional tool to help people unplug and is for all ages and fitness levels. With a wide array of SUP connections spanning both the East and West Coasts, Webb is an ambassador for Carbonerro paddles and looks forward to contributing to the growth of the fledgling SUP industry in a positive and professional way.

A recreational stand up paddler of 4 years, Webb received her Academy of Standup Paddleboard Instruction (ASI) Instructor Certification in Newport Beach after attending a course taught by the World Stand Up Paddleboard Association (WSUPA). The ASI instructor certification is a requirement of the U.S. National Park Service, the government agency that manages Lake Powell and oversees Commercial Use Authorizations (CUAs), and recently created a stand up paddle CUA at Webbs request. Webb expects to complete the Park Services CUA application procedures and be in operation by May 2012. Interested travelers are invited to keep an eye on the Sol Fitness Adventures website for updates and registration information and note that SUP boards and paddles will not be available for rent.

About Melanie Webb and Sol Fitness Adventures:

Webb is an ATHLETA Featured Athlete for 2012 and is Assistant Editor of Exercise & Fitness at AllThingsHealing.com. A Certified Personal Trainer with the American Council on Exercise, Webbs expertise has been featured on Good Morning America and FOX Local News in Washington, D.C. and in Appalachian Mountain Club, Cosmo Girl, C A R S O N, Mammoth Sierra Magazine, 805 Living, Outside Magazine, Real Simple, Weight Watchers, and DC Style magazines. Educated at Brigham Young University, Webb has led multi-day fitness adventures throughout the Western United States, in Whistler, Canada, and Machu Picchu, Peru. Webb’s Sol Fitness Adventures is a member of the Adventure Travel Trade Association.





Music, Meditation, Party, The Art of Living Foundation’s Yoga Rave Sizzles New York City, Announces Second National Tour in Fall 2012

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New York, NY (PRWEB) April 02, 2012

Yoga Rave premiered in NYC last Thursday when nearly 1400 people came together at Club Pacha meditating serenely and then erupting into an ecstatic dance rave and celebration in an alcohol-free and drug-free environment. The big group of party goers experienced yoga, meditation and pulsating music and danced late into the night at this unique party that provided a high energy blend of ancient Sanskrit mantras and electronic rave beats by the Argentinian duo Nicol

EcoPlum Sprints Forward with Environmentally Friendly Active Wear from Atayne

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New York, NY (Vocus/PRWEB) February 24, 2011

Today,EcoPlum, the green shopping rewards site and eco information destination for green living, introduces its first line of high-performance athletic clothing, partnering with Atayne to sell eco friendly clothing for active and athletic pursuits. With this announcement, EcoPlum showcases all Atayne apparel in Gias Plum Picks for the next month, offering double rewards on purchases, and opening up the Athletic Wear category in Womens and Mens Clothing in its EcoShop.