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Moving Single Leg Plank from Mauro Pilates
Oct 24th
This move is designed to work your whole body, making it a great, high intensity addition to your workout routines. You’ll be sweating in less than one minute with the Moving Single Leg Plank from Mauro Pilates. Ready, GO!
For more great Pilates workouts you can do at home, visit Mauro Pilates online at www.MauroPilates.com
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Perk alert! MyFitCard holders get the following perk from Mauro Pilates: Purchase three 55-minute Private Pilates Sessions for $150!! This is a $75 savings and will include work on the Reformer, Cadillac, Barrels, and other props. Must present MyFitCard at time of purchase. Cannot be combined with other offers. MyFitCard gives you deals and discounts, like this, at fitness businesses all over town. Get your MyFitCard today!
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MyFitList brings together the latest information on hundreds of local fitness businesses in Austin. We’re your resource for inspiration and information for getting and staying fit. Search hundreds of Austin fitness groups and services like running, triathlon, bootcamps, yoga studios, gyms and more all in one place! Check us out at www.myfitlist.com.
Pilates Abs Series from Mauro Pilates
Jun 13th
Make your core sizzle with this Pilates Abs Series from Mauro Pilates. It’s a quick and effective way to improve core strength, stability and help that 6-pack along. Enjoy!
Modifications and Notes:
1. Single Leg Stretch: 10 reps. Exhale every time you extend your leg. Extra Neck Support: Hold hands behind head or lay head on floor.
2. Lower and Lift: 10 reps. Exhale every time you lower your legs. Extra Back Support: Hold arms under hips – you should not feel your low back!
3. Obliques: 10 reps. Exhale with every twist. Extra Back Support: Have feet on floor or legs in tabletop.
4. Scissors: 10 reps. Exhale with each pulse of the leg. Extra Neck Support: Hold hands behind head or lay head on floor.
5. Double Leg Stretch: 10 reps. Inhale to reach, exhale to bring it back to starting position. Extra Neck Support: Hold hands behind head or lay head on floor.
For more great Pilates workouts you can do at home, visit Mauro Pilates online at www.MauroPilates.com
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Perk alert! MyFitCard holders get the following perk from Mauro Pilates: Purchase three 55-minute Private Pilates Sessions for $150!! This is a $75 savings and will include work on the Reformer, Cadillac, Barrels, and other props. Must present MyFitCard at time of purchase. Cannot be combined with other offers. MyFitCard gives you deals and discounts, like this, at fitness businesses all over town. Get your MyFitCard today!
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MyFitList brings together the latest information on hundreds of local fitness businesses in Austin. We’re your resource for inspiration and information for getting and staying fit. Search hundreds of Austin fitness groups and services like running, triathlon, bootcamps, yoga studios, gyms and more all in one place! Check us out at www.myfitlist.com
Chris Spears Massage
May 4th
Whether you’re an elite athlete, weekend warrior, casual gym-goer or anywhere in between, regular massage will rejuvenate your body and your mind. Get to know massage therapist Chris Spears and her specialty massage practice in Austin.
What is Chris Spears Massage?
Chris Spears Massage was founded to help people meet their fitness goals and enhance their athletic performance by relieving muscular tension and pain, while increasing range of motion and recovery time. I focus on specific muscle groups to address each clients’ individual needs.
Using a variety of techniques, my goal is to increase blood flow to the muscles which will reduce chronic pain, increase restricted range of motion and break down scar tissue in the muscles. This prevents injury, allows the body to recover more quickly, and enhances performance.
Why did you start Chris Spears Massage?
In my previous life, I was in IT Sales for 5 years. When the thought of sitting indoors, staring at a computer screen all day became more than I could take, I looked towards a career that would be more fulfilling. I needed to feel like I was making a difference in peoples’ lives and helping them to achieve their goals. When I went to massage school to obtain my license, it was always a goal of mine to own my own business. I first began working at a well-known deep tissue clinic to gain hands-on experience, then when the time was right, I founded Chris Spears Massage and never looked back!
How long have you been in business?
My one year anniversary for opening Chris Spears Massage is coming in September. This first year has flown by! I’m looking forward to many more years serving the Austin athletic community.
Where are you located? What’s your schedule?
Chris Spears Massage is conveniently located in Central Austin, near UT Campus and Hyde Park, just off 32nd Street. I work Monday through Friday all day and into the evening on certain days. Usually I take on clients 1-2 Saturdays a month, as long as I’m not working an athletic event around town.
What is you massage style/philosophy?
My work is a combination of various styles of massage; Myofascial Release, Deep Tissue massage, and Trigger Point Release. No two bodies are the same, so no two people will ever receive the same massage; every session is unique. I understand everyones’ needs are different as well, so I customize each one of my sessions to how my client is feeling at that moment, what type of training they’ve been doing, if they are preparing for an event and their specific physical goals.
Who is Chris Spears Massage for? (what’s a typical client profile?)
I work on a wide range of individuals and different body types. My experience has been with both elite and amateur athletes competing in various activities such as cycling, running, Olympic lifting, Triathletes, Yogis, Weekend Warriors and Desk Jockeys. My clients also range greatly in their age, ability and lifestyle. Massage is one of those wonderful practices that truly benefits everyone.
What are the benefits to getting a massage?
Massage has been proven to aid in injury prevention and recovery, which is important regardless of occupation and athletic ability. Typically within 2-3 sessions, clients can experience greater range of motion, increased flexibility, reduced inflammation, enhanced performance and pain relief.
Besides the physical benefits listed above, massage is also a great stress reliever, leading to greater relaxation and better, more sound sleep….things we could all use more of!
What should a new client expect at their first session?
First, I want to learn about their physical activity level, what type of sports/hobbies they are involved with and if they’ve had any injuries in the past. It’s also important for me to learn about the goals they have set; whether it’s training for a specific event or maintaining a strong, healthy body in general. Postural analysis and functional movement exercises also aid my efforts to learn more about my clients.
Typically post-session, I like to demonstrate stretches and/or strength exercises, focusing on a particular ‘problematic’ muscle group. I offer my recommendation of a treatment plan and check in with my clients to make sure their expectations were met after each appointment.
Client Testimonials
Chris Spears is one of the best massage therapists I’ve seen in Austin. She listens to my needs, and focuses her massage on areas I’ve mentioned are troubling me. She has strong hands and gives an extremely firm and deep massage when needed. Her massages are effective at loosening up tight muscles and tendons. Chris is friendly and you can tell she enjoys her job – she puts real effort into her massage and isn’t just going through the motions. I see measurable improvements in my running performance after a session with Chris. I recommend her to anyone who wants to stay injury free while training hard.
~ Chris Kimbrough, ROGUE Elite runner and 2008 Olympic Trials Marathon Qualifier, Austin, TX
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Chris is a wonderful massage therapist. What I like about her is that she is an athlete herself and understands what active people need in terms of massage therapy. I’ve been a client for over a year and hope to be as long as I need massage. When my muscles are all knotted up, Chris can apply really deep pressure that helps the healing process. Her knowledge of anatomy physiology is also great. When I tell her where I am in pain and how I caused it, she always knows just what to do to fix it.
I first went to her for a shoulder injury that doctors had even failed to identify what was wrong. She was the first person able to make it feel better , but what I really liked is that she was so determined to help. Getting massage from someone who loves what they do makes all the difference.
~ Dude S., Austin, TX
About the the owner, Chris Spears
After graduating from UTSA, I went straight into IT Sales, moving up the corporate ladder for 5 years. I finally reached a point when my job wasn’t fulfilling me emotionally and I knew it was time to explore other options. With the support of a very patient husband, I began my career transition to massage three years ago and have never regretted my decision. I love that I get to interact with my clients face to face and am presented with new challenges on a daily basis.
Being an athlete myself, I can relate to my clients’ athletic needs and understand how pain limits one’s ability to perform. I have a diverse athletic background, playing both volleyball and softball while in school, and later transitioning to running half marathons, participating in various bootcamps around Austin and developing a regular Vinyasa yoga practice. After spending 5 years in a cubicle stuck behind a desk, I can’t get enough exercise outdoors!
Favorite types of fitness activities/workouts
When I’m not working to make my clients feel good and strong, you can find me running the Greenbelt with my dog/pace setter, on the yoga mat or lifting weights at Dane’s Body Shop. I love that my career requires me to stay strong and healthy and I hope to inspire my clients to do the same.
Favorite places to eat in Austin
There are a couple criteria that have to be met when it comes to picking a place to eat: they must be local and serve locally sourced, natural ingredients. Olivia’s, Snack Bar, East Side Cafe, Blue Dahlia Bistro are just a few favorites….I could go on and on when it comes to food. I love to eat!!
One fitness accessory or clothing you can’t live without
Lululemon anything. Ever since I was introduced to their leggings and running shorts, I haven’t worn anything since. I’m fortunate that in my line of work, it’s perfectly acceptable to wear workout clothes to work!
Connect with Chris to learn more about Chris Spears Massage
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Perk alert! MyFitCard holders get a free 30-minute add on when booking your first appointment! Must present MyFitCard at time of purchase. Cannot be combined with other offers. MyFitCard gives you deals and discounts, like this, at fitness businesses all over town. Get your MyFitCard today!
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MyFitList brings together the latest information on hundreds of local fitness businesses in Austin. We’re your resource for inspiration and information for getting and staying fit. Search hundreds of Austin fitness groups and services like running, triathlon, bootcamps, yoga studios, gyms and more all in one place! Check us out at www.myfitlist.com
Featured Tri Training Partner: FOMO Training
Feb 7th
No matter your level of experience in triathlon, training under the guidance of a coach can be hugely beneficial. Personal triathlon coaching is the best approach for people who need individual attention and more focused feedback. We sat down with Coach Carrie Barrett, founder and head coach at FOMO Training, to talk more about the benefits of a personal coach and gathered some insight on how and why to get started with one!
If you are looking for individual feedback and attention in your triathlon training, a personal coach is the way to go! Coach Carrie says she has her athletes log their workouts daily, and they send her weekly feedback forms so she can track their questions, victories and frustrations. It is with this personal approach that Coach Carrie is able to design training schedules that are custom built for each individual she coaches.
A few reasons you might want to consider a personal coach:
- If you have a limitations when it comes to your weekly schedule, a personal coach will work with you to customize your workouts to fit your limited availability
- You prefer training alone better than in a group setting
- You’ve reached a point in your training where more specific & customized training instruction will help you get to the next level
- You’re highly self-motivated
How do you get started with a personal triathlon coach?
Coach Carrie says she starts by meeting new athletes (in person if possible). She believes this is the best way to establish a rapport and trust that will foster a stronger relationship. In these meetings, she discusses goals, limitors, races and details on how she works as a coach. For triathletes in particular, she will set up some heart rate testing on the bike and on the treadmill to establish training zones. Coach Carrie says this information is vital to have because this is where a lot of the customization comes into focus. For more information about what you might expect from a personal coach, check out what Coach Carrie offers each of her athletes: http://www.fomotraining.com/coaching/
To give you an even better sense of the type of person who trains with a personal triathlon coach, Coach Carrie gave us a couple profiles of FOMO Athletes she coaches:
“Christopher L. was actually the first athlete I officially worked with in June 2010. He was a gifted runner, but was relatively new to triathlon. He raced a 5:29 at his first Half Ironman (Longhorn 70.3). Last week, he crushed his Half Marathon PR at 3M with a 1:22. He did a 1:32 just one year ago. He’s a prime example of the athlete profile I desire. He’s a busy professional with a family. Because of schedule demands, he prefers to train by himself or with a friend on occasion. I gave him the paces he would need to run and he tracked his workouts daily. The hard efforts paid dividends on race day.”
“Becca M. is another example. Because of physical limitations, group settings are often difficult and frustrating. She was looking for someone to help build a schedule that included the appropriate intensities and necessary recoveries. Her work schedule is also incredibly demanding, so she often has to juggle her training schedule and make adjustments. For her, it’s good having someone there to say that it’s ok when “life gets in the way.” In the last few months, she hit her groove and also set a personal best at 3M, beating her time goal by over five minutes! She has her sights set on Ironman Arizona in 2013 and will spend this year laying the groundwork in order to make the transition to full Ironman!”
Coach Carrie’s Top 5 Training/Racing Tips:
1. Always know your “WHY” of training. There will be many lonely days where you simply won’t want to train, so it’s imperative to know your reasons. In fact, I encourage my athletes to write a new reason every day. That way, there’s never a shortage of “whys.”
2. Know how many calories you are burning so that you know how to refuel yourself in training and racing. This truly is the key to enjoying the sport and avoiding the bonk. You can learn this via metabolic testing or even a simple HR monitor with calorie expenditure noted. Knowing your body’s caloric and nutrient needs is just as vital as logging the hours and miles.
3. Race YOUR plan. One of the reasons I use HR monitors as one measuring tool is because it is one indicator of how you are feeling on a given day. It’s also an honest reflection of your intensity level. It lets you know when you are training too hard or not hard enough. The easy days should be easy, and the hard days should be hard. Heart rate monitors aren’t the be all/end all of devices, but they are certainly a valuable tool in the learning process of how to step it up.
4. Forgive yourself. There will be bad days. Just ask pregnant women. They have some really bad days during pregnancy, but still give birth to a beautiful baby at the end. The same is true with your training. There will be some rough patches, but it doesn’t mean that you won’t succeed. Forgive yourself and stay the course.
5. Have fun. The missing ingredient to so many people who are caught up in gadgets and wizardry. My personal mantra is, “If you can’t laugh at yourself, someone else will.” Have fun during the training. It truly is a gift.
Learn more about FOMO Training.
Visit FOMO online at MyFitList and on their website. You can also follow FOMO on Facebook, Twitter, and Coach Carrie’s hilarious triathlon blog!
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Perk alert! MyFitCard holders get a Complimentary Aerobic Fitness Test with FOMO – a $100 value!
MyFitCard gives you deals and discounts, like this, at fitness businesses all over town. Get your MyFitCard today!
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MyFitList brings together the latest information on hundreds of local fitness businesses in Austin. We’re your resource for inspiration and information for getting and staying fit. Search hundreds of Austin fitness groups and services like running, triathlon, bootcamps, yoga studios, gyms and more all in one place! Check us out at www.myfitlist.com
Triathlon Training Immersion with Camp Multisport
Feb 3rd
Training camps are a great way to kick off your multisport training and get energized for the racing season ahead! Training camps allow you to spend focused time improving your skills, learning new training techniques and tools to make racing faster and easier, all while spending the weekend with like-minded athletes.
Camp Multisport, in particular, is one of the most anticipated multisport camps in Central Texas! Camp Multisport is geared for all multisport athletes, from beginner to expert, short course through ultra distance. All camps include:
- Daily Workouts
- Hands on Technique Clinics
- Active Workshops
- Lectures & Seminars
- Catered Meals
- Camp sweatshirt
- Swag bag
- Beautiful Hill Country Scenery at the Seven Bluff Cabins
- Cabin Accommodations Available
Some of the country’s best coaches are coming together to coach YOU for 3 separate weekends this Spring:
- February 24-26, 2012: Pro Triathlete & Coach Brandon Marsh with Coaches Susan Farago, Claudia Spooner & David Garza will coach beginner athletes to advanced athletes in all aspects of multisport. From Intro to Open Water Swimming to Training for a Race at Altitude from Sea Level, this camp truly has it all. $300 plus lodging.
- March 2-4, 2012: No Boys Allowed! Susan Farago with Coaches Chrissie Novak Jarrell, Claudia Spooner, and Rosemary Chriswisser will coach beginner athletes to advanced athletes in all aspects of multisport. From Intro to Open Water Swimming to women specific issues & racing this camp truly has it all. $300 plus lodging.
- April 5-8, 2012: Led by triathlon World Champion and Coach Siri Lindley. Join us for a three day coaching experience like no other. Whether you are an average age group athlete looking to PR, a top 10 finisher, looking to move up to the Pro rankings, or a Coach looking for new coaching ideas this camp is for you. This limited space available camp lends to small group sessions with Coach Siri Lindley. The camp will cover a multitude of subjects & workouts. $900 plus lodging.
Immerse yourself in triathlon training with the pros for a weekend this Spring at Camp Multisport! Get more information and register online at www.campmultisport.com. Space is limited!
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Perk alert! MyFitCard holders get a $10.00 discount toward one of the February or March 2012 Camp Multisport training camps, featuring top USA Triathlon Certified Coaches in beautiful Concan Texas.
MyFitCard gives you deals and discounts, like this, at fitness businesses all over town. Get your MyFitCard today!
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MyFitList brings together the latest information on hundreds of local fitness businesses in Austin. We’re your resource for inspiration and information for getting and staying fit. Search hundreds of Austin fitness groups and services like running, triathlon, bootcamps, yoga studios, gyms and more all in one place! Check us out at www.myfitlist.com
The Benefits of Clinical Massage
Dec 19th
We often sing the praises of massage, here at MyFitList, and there is a very good reason for it — there are numerous benefits for athletes and non-athletes alike! We’re all at least somewhat familiar with the well-known benefits of clinical massage, like releasing muscle tension and knots, reducing soreness, preventing injury and promoting injury recovery. We wanted to get even more information about some of the other ways clinical massage benefits your body – and your mind!
We reached out to clinical massage therapists of The Austin Bodyworker, Kate Ripley and Michelle Hittner, for their take on the benefits of clinical massage. Here is how they explain some of the top benefits you may not yet know about:
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1. Increased mind-body connectivity. Its amazing when a client really commits to consistent massages over a period of weeks/months, how quickly they will become better at LISTENING to their body’s signals and patterns (even if they don’t try or really notice really). Here is an example of conversations I often have with clients:
First visit:
ME-”So do you notice when this happens? Is it when you’ve just run 20 miles, does it happen all the time or just randomly?”
THEM- “Gee, I don’t know, I haven’t noticed”.
Third visit and beyond:
ME- “So do you notice when this happens or have you have discovered if there is a pattern or something that sets this off?”
THEM: “YES! I noticed it happens when I run 10-15 miles and then don’t do any self-care and then wear high heels all week to work!”
I know–silly example–but it really can be quite an “ah-ha” moment for A LOT of people.
2. Increased awareness of healthy habits. Many people will start making changes with regard to their environment (office set-up, car driving, bed and sleeping) and physical well-being (exercise, nutrition, hydration) to keep the benefits of massage going daily. I dare say it can really open people’s minds to the idea that little changes all add up to bigger, more life-affirming changes. This is really common among clients! Massage opens their minds to the connection between lifestyle and physical well-being. This encourages people to make small changes like improving they the way they sleep or the pillow they sleep on. Then, visit-after-visit, they start to connect the dots and ask questions like: “Do you think my back issues could improve if I got better shoes to work or run in?”, “Is yoga a good option for me as recovery between workouts and massages?” and it just keeps spiraling from there (in a good way!).
3. Increased circulation in your body – and not just blood. Massage increases lymphatic flow and will affect other systems of your body to help flush you out. Not in a “detox” kind of way, but because you are tapping into the parasympathetic nervous system (aka flight or fight system) it releases endorphins/hormones into your body to allow things that might have been “trapped” somewhere to get pushed thru to the filters of your body (kidneys/liver/pancreas). I tell clients if you are just on the cusp of getting sick, it will bring it on quicker and speed it’s duration. If you are just getting over sickness, massage can, in the process of “flushing” the system–pick up bits of what’s left and you might feel like your getting sick again as those remnants of virus clear the body (it usually passes very quickly). With massage, we are in effect “wringing” the tissue out and a lot of the metabolic “waste” left in the muscle and other tissues is picked up and re-routed through your body and (hopefully!) eliminated with using the bathroom. This is why we all push getting fluids ASAP after a massage–we want you to get that “crap” out of your body vs. letting it re-settling in the tissue again and making you feel sick or sluggish.
4. Better sleep. It has been by many clients that regular massages help them to sleep better. If massage produces this result for you, it can be such a huge benefit because of the all of the positive results of good sleep like promoting recovery, rejuvenation, healthy metabolism, and more!
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If you’re still procrastinating on making that massage appointment before the holidays, don’t wait. There are so many benefits for athletes and non-athletes alike. Plus, you can give the gift of relaxation, improved mind-body connection, improved circulation, and better sleep to anyone on your holiday gift list this year! Gift certificates make the perfect gift and start at $55. More details here: www.austinbodyworker.com or call 512-459-0500.
Learn more about The Austin Bodyworker, here on their official MyFitList page. Plus, MyFitCard members get their first massage with The Austin Bodyworker upgraded from a 60-minute to a 90-minute massage for free. A $30 value!
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MyFitList brings together the latest information on hundreds of local fitness businesses in Austin. We’re your resource for inspiration and information for getting and staying fit. Search hundreds of Austin fitness groups and services like running, triathlon, bootcamps, yoga studios, gyms and more all in one place! Check us out at www.myfitlist.com
Merry Fitness to You Giveaway: Final gifts!
Dec 15th
We’re going all out for the final day of the Merry Fitness to You Giveaway! After an exciting week so far, with gifts from Yurbuds, Thinksport, Blue Avocado, SipECups, The Austin Bodyworker, and more, you have just ONE MORE CHANCE to win a fitness gift that will make your holidays bright.
Friday (tomorrow! 12/16) is the final day of the Merry Fitness to You Giveaway and it’s your last chance to win big! If you haven’t entered yet, be sure to get your name in the hat. There are many ways to enter (all of them are super easy), and each one gives you more chances to win! Enter here or scroll to the end of this post for more details.
FINAL FITNESS GIFTS!
1. Trigger Point Ultimate Grid Package
2. Mosey Weekender Bag
3. MyFitCard
Trigger Point Ultimate Grid Package including The Grid and 3 SMRT-CORE DVDs. The Trigger Point Grid and Core Work DVDs give you a great core workout while also delivering myofascial release. DVDs start with the foundations, and progress to more advanced and intense techniques. This set is perfect for anyone who travels or enjoys working out at home, as well as athletes like runners, triathletes, cyclists, crossfitters, and more. Win the kit tomorrow, or buy your own online at tptherapy.com
During the Merry Fitness to You Giveaway, ONE lucky winner will receive the Trigger Point Ultimate GRID Package including The Grid roller and all 3 SMRT-Core DVDs.
Mosey Weekender Bag: Tote your workout gear, yoga mat and more with this functional and fashionable gym bag from Mosey. It looks stylish and is super useful with lots of pockets and compartments to fit everything you need. This bag is $152, making it an amazing gift to win for yourself or that special fit lady in your life. If you’ve been looking for a workout or tote bag, this one is PERFECT! The color is fun, it’s made using high quality recycled materials, and it is just the right size. Win one in the final day of giveaways, or buy your own at Moseylife.com.
During the Merry Fitness to You Giveaway, ONE very lucky winner will receive the Mosey Weekender bag (in Grape Jelly).
MyFitCard: The MyFitCard gives you deals and discounts at your favorite fitness-friendly businesses like training groups, yoga studios, retailers, restaurants and more! Use the card to get exclusive discounts that help support your active lifestyle!
During the Merry Fitness to You Giveaway, ONE lucky winner will receive their very own MyFitCard each day!
We have had so much fun giving away some of our favorite fitness gifts over the past week. Thank you all for joining MyFitList along the way. See you again at 3pm to announce the very lucky winners of the Merry Fitness to You Giveaway!
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It’s easy to enter. Any of these will get you entered – the more you enter, the better your chance of winning!
- “Like” us on Facebook and post the following to your status update: Merry Fitness to You! I just entered the gift giveaway from @MyFitList. You can too: http://bit.ly/uR5s7g
- Follow us on Twitter and tweet: Merry Fitness to You! I just entered the gift giveaway from @MyFitList. You can too: http://bit.ly/uR5s7g
- Signup for our e-newsletter:http://eepurl.com/eXQnw
- Tell us what gift you want to win! (be sure to tag @MyFitList and the business for the gift you want)
Remember, the more you enter, the better your chance of winning!
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MyFitList brings together the latest information on hundreds of local fitness businesses in Austin. We’re your resource for inspiration and information for getting and staying fit. Search hundreds of Austin fitness groups and services like running, triathlon, bootcamps, yoga studios, gyms and more all in one place! Check us out at www.myfitlist.com
Merry Fitness to You Giveaway: Day 3 Gifts!
Dec 14th
Just when you thought the MyFitList Merry Fitness to You Giveaway couldn’t get any better, along came the Day 3 gifts!
Tomorrow (12/15) is DAY 3 and that means another chance to win! If you haven’t entered yet, be sure to get your name in the hat. There are many ways to enter (all of them are super easy), and each one gives you more chances to win! Enter here or scroll to the end of this post for more details.
DAY 3 FITNESS GIFTS!
- One of two thinksport products: the thinksport bottle or the thinksport yoga mat
- One of two Yurbuds: the Yurbuds Ironman Focus (in white) or the Yurbuds Ironman Inspire Pro – Dry Mic
- One MyFitCard
thinksport: A company born in Austin-Texas, thinksport creates products that are safe, functional, and sustainable. On top of these must-have qualities, thinksport’s fitness products are also super cool! One of their most popular products, the thinksport sports bottle, is toxin-free, double-walled and insulated and it comes in a variety of energetic colors. The newest addition to the thinksport product line is their Yoga/Pilates Mat, also known as “The Safe Mat”. The Mat is made of safe, non-toxic materials and is constructed of a high-perfomance, thick material that can withstand your most demanding workouts . Check them out online at http://www.thinksport.co.
During the Merry Fitness to You Giveaway, ONE lucky winners will receive the thinksport Insulated Sports Bottle and ONE will receive the thinksport Yoga/Pilates Mat.
Yurbuds: Yurbuds are “developed for athletes, by athletes” and they solve the 2 most important problems athletes have with wearing headphones while working out – Yurbud headphones don’t hurt and they don’t fall out. How great is that. We all know that music is a big fitness motivator. With these innovative headphones, you’ll have a much easier and more enjoyable time listening to music while you work out! Available online at yurbuds.com.
During the Merry Fitness to You Giveaway, ONE lucky winner will receive the Yurbuds Ironman Focus (in white) and ONE will win the Yurbuds Ironman Inspire Pro – Dry Mic.
MyFitCard: The MyFitCard gives you deals and discounts at your favorite fitness-friendly businesses like training groups, yoga studios, retailers, restaurants and more! Use the card to get exclusive discounts that help support your active lifestyle!
During the Merry Fitness to You Giveaway, ONE lucky winner will receive their very own MyFitCard each day!
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It’s easy to enter. Any of these will get you entered – the more you enter, the better your chance of winning!
- “Like” us on Facebook and post the following to your status update: Merry Fitness to You! I just entered the gift giveaway from @MyFitList. You can too: http://bit.ly/uR5s7g
- Follow us on Twitter and tweet: Merry Fitness to You! I just entered the gift giveaway from @MyFitList. You can too: http://bit.ly/uR5s7g
- Signup for our e-newsletter:http://eepurl.com/eXQnw
- Tell us what gift you want to win! (be sure to tag @MyFitList and the business for the gift you want)
Remember, the more you enter, the better your chance of winning!
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MyFitList brings together the latest information on hundreds of local fitness businesses in Austin. We’re your resource for inspiration and information for getting and staying fit. Search hundreds of Austin fitness groups and services like running, triathlon, bootcamps, yoga studios, gyms and more all in one place! Check us out at www.myfitlist.com
Merry Fitness to You Giveaway!
Dec 7th
Here at MyFitList we’re getting into the spirit of the holidays and gearing up to give away over $500 worth of our favorite fitness products during the MyFitList 4-Day Merry Fitness to You Giveaway!
Win the products for yourself or pass them along as gifts to your friends and family. Either way, winning is fun, especially when the products are as cool as these.
It’s easy to enter. Any of these will get you entered – the more you enter, the better your chance of winning!
- “Like” us on Facebook and post the following to your status update: Merry Fitness to You! I just entered the gift giveaway from @MyFitList. You can too: http://bit.ly/uR5s7g
- Follow us on Twitter and tweet: Merry Fitness to You! I just entered the gift giveaway from @MyFitList. You can too: http://bit.ly/uR5s7g
- Signup for our e-newsletter: http://eepurl.com/eXQnw
- Tell us what gift you want to win! (be sure to tag @MyFitList and the business for the gift you want)
Remember, the more you enter, the better your chance of winning!
A total of 18 winners will be selected from December 13-16! Here’s a look at everything we’re giving away.
DAY 1: December 13th
SipECup
- Win one of THREE, 2-packs of the SipECup
The Austin Bodyworker
- Gift certificate for a 45-minute massage
MyFitCard
- Win a MyFitCard!
DAY 2: December 14th
Emi Jay Hair Ties
- Win one of TWO, 5-pack Hair Ties, Summer Collection
Blue Avocado
- Win a fit kit plus
- Win a (re) zip lunch 6-pack
(All MyFitList fans get the gift of a 20% discount off all Blue Avocado products! Just use this code: bafitlist20. The discount is good through December 31, 2011)
MyFitCard
- Win a MyFitCard!
DAY 3: December 15th
thinksport
- Win a thinksport bottle
- Win a thinksport yoga mat
Yurbuds
- Win a pair of Yurbuds Ironman Focus (in white)
- Win a pair of Yurbuds Ironman Inspire Pro – Dry Mic
MyFitCard
- Win a MyFitCard!
DAY 4: December 16th
TriggerPoint
- Win The Ultimate Grid Package, includes: orange Grid Foam Roller and SMRT-Core 3 DVD Bundle
Mosey
- Win a Mosey Weekender Bag in color Grape Jelly
MyFitCard
- Win a MyFitCard!
Fitness Gift Ideas for Women
Dec 6th
Holiday gift giving is such a great way to support and inspire the fit women in your life. And with New Year’s resolutions right around the corner, everyone appreciates the motivating nudge that fun new fitness gear can bring. Here are a few of our favorite picks for fitness gifts this holiday season. Keep reading below the image for more info about each product and where to buy. And stay tuned to Facebook and Twitter for details on the exciting MERRY FITNESS TO YOU GIVEAWAY including many of these amazing items. Happy holidays!
1. Thinksport Insulated Sport Bottle
Healthy hydration is a must for every athlete. Gift this toxin-free, double-walled and insulated beverage bottle. It keeps cold drinks cold without sweating and keeps hot drinks hot without burning your hand. $20. Available at Bettysport, Whole Foods and online at thinksport.co.
2. Road ID ”Wrist ID Slim”
RoadID is a wearable ID that is great for everyone, from casual walkers to elite runners and cyclists. Peace of mind is invaluable when your loved ones are out on the road. Seven colors available. $16. Available online at roadid.com.
3. Trigger Point Grid and Core Workout Kit
This dual-purpose gift delivers a workout and recovery. The Trigger Point Grid Roller and Core Workout DVD strengthen your core muscles while giving you a massage and rolling out muscle kinks. $50 for the set. Available at Bettysport and online at tptherapy.com.
4. Oiselle Rundies: Days of the Week undies for runners
A set of seven cute, comfy and colorful undies for runners. Each pair features a running-inspired print like Long Run, Tempo, Fartlek or Race. Also offers the bonus feature of accountability. $65 for a set of seven. Available at Bettysport or oiselle.com.
5. BandGym
This little piece of equipment gives you a total body workout. The resistance bands and core bar do it all, from slimming your waistline to toning your legs and arms. Perfect for anyone who enjoys working out at home or on the road. Plus, it comes with more than 40 workouts and a DVD. $40. Available online at bandgym.com.
6. MyFitCard
Support your healthy lifestyle with year-round fitness perks. MyFitCard gives you deals and discounts at your favorite fitness-friendly businesses like training groups, retailers, restaurants and more. $10. Available online at myfitcard.com.
7. Blue Avocado Reusable Lunch Kit
The lunch kit and reusable zip bags are an essential upgrade from disposable plastic baggies. Great for healthy eaters, people with food allergies and go-getters who need to bring food along when they’re out and about. $5 to $25. (AW readers get a special 20-percent discount when they use code BAWOMAN20 at checkout until Dec. 31.) Available online at blueavocado.com.
8. YurBuds
Music is a big fitness motivator. Ultra soft and comfortable headphones make it a joy to listen to music during long workouts. Yurbuds have a secure fit, never fall out and sound great. $30. Available at Bettysport or online at yurbuds.com.
9. Emi-Jay Hair Ties
These unique hair ties make even the messiest post-workout ponytail look cute. Vibrant colors for every style. Great stocking stuffers. $6 for a pack of three. Available online at emi-jay.com.
10. JawBone up
This non-intrusive wristband tracks your daily activity, sleep and meals, inspiring you to live healthier by being more aware of your habits and encouraging you to be fit, rested and eat well. $99. Available online at jawbone.com/up.
11. SipECup
Reusable, washable, eco-friendly and non-toxic. This innovative product helps you stay hydrated on the go. $5 for two. Available at Bettysport, Mellow Johnny’s, Rogue, RunTex and online at thesipecup.com
12. Mosey Weekender Bag
Tote your workout gear, yoga mat and more with this functional gym bag from Mosey. It looks stylish and is super functional with lots of pockets and compartments to fit everything you need. $152. Available at Bettysport or moseylife.com.
See the Fitness Gift guide in the December issue of Austin Woman Magazine! On stands now all over Austin.
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