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There’s a new *energy* drink on the market and it’s the first of it’s kind. Although this drink does just the opposite of what we’re used to with it’s *Red Bull* counterparts. This drink relaxes you.

The drink is called Drank (ha! say that 10 times fast) and is being sold as an aid to stress relief. Reports say it tastes just like grape soda. Is that like how obsecure meats always “taste just like chicken”? Drank is also being coined “marijuana in a can” because of it’s uber relaxation powers. Um…ok.

Now, at the risk of sounding like my grandma, I’ve heard of some pretty crazy things in my life but an anti-energy drink? Seems a bit sketchy, especially with the warning label that reads “This product may cause drowsiness. Not recommended more than two servings within a 24-hour period.” Let’s hope this isn’t grabbed by mistake by that extra tired semi-driver needing a swallow of pick-me-up.

Question: Why do we find the exercise habits of celebrities so fascinating?

Maybe because we want to hear about how hard they have to work to look that fantastic. (They’re real people too, right?) Plus, it’s often nice to know how the other half, like Ashley Tisdale and Sarah Palin, get and stay in shape so that we can take pointers from them, or just have another excuse to peer into their lives for a minute to two.

But peer as I might, I must admit I’m not 100% confident that I know who Ashley Tisdale is.

Question: Does that make me old?

It just keeps getting better. Pilates helps strengthen bodies. Now, it may even help support our drooping economy. Say what? Check out the recent Star Tribune article that addresses this very issue. If you have been considering a career path as a Pilates instructor, now may be the perfect time to jump aboard.

Don’t stop ‘til you get enough. Even though the economy is down, people aren’t giving up the things they truly love, like Pilates. So it makes sense that instructors are in high demand in the Twin Cities area, and many studios say that they can’t find enough. Local instructors can often charge up to $65 an hour, which is just one great reason to pursue this profession in tight times.

Help others help themselves. Pilates improves lives. It has become a favorite exercise routine among those who want to stop pain, rehabilitate after injuries, improve their overall posture and keep their bodies healthy. Through a regular Pilates practice, individuals learn how to activate their core muscles in order alleviate bodily ache and stress. By becoming a Pilates instructor, you can help fellow Minnesotans improve their quality of life while enhancing your own health and fitness.

Step right up. Don’t know where to go or how to start? You’ve come to the right place. Align Pilates is thrilled to provide top-notch instructor training at our licensed private career school. Our mission is to develop the best instructors through the most comprehensive training program in the mid west. Together, our directors have over 20 years of experience, and they are dedicated to providing a supportive and personal relationship with each student. At Align, you’ll receive more than just an education—you’ll gain a unique and thorough insight into the human body’s movements and capabilities.

See what your body can do to pull yourself out of the recession. Get more information about our Teacher Training Program on alignpilates.com.

We love Burt’s Bees products. And today, we love them even more. The company is celebrating an impressive twenty-five year run in the all-natural personal care department. In honor of this righteous event, Burt and his bees are giving away 25,000 Beeswax Lip Balms throughout the next 25 days. That’s right. All you gotta do is sign up on their website and you’ll get a soothing lippy for free. How ‘bout them bees?

Act quick—the website is all a-buzz and people are scrambling for the free balm. But if you happen to miss out on the freebie, don’t fret—there’s more to celebrate. For every $25 you spend on their website, you’ll get an Original Beeswax Lip Balm for zilch, zero, zip!

Today, it’s not about what you can do for the beeswax, it’s about what the beeswax can do for you. So follow the drone and check out Burt’s bevy of goods. (Here are some of our personal faves: Radiance Eye Cream, Milk & Honey Body Lotion, and Coconut Foot Cream.)

Happy Burt Day!

Lance Armstrong is an amazing athlete. And from what I’ve seen from afar, a pretty funny and entertaining guy. I also personally think he is extremely sexy (ehem, sigh).

He’s certainly not afraid to share his life with his fans. He’s quite (inter)active in the Twitter world, tweeting multiple times a day. Follow him here. You can also follow lance and team during their Giro d’Italia Tour of Italy. It’s incredible to think of the time and energy spent days on end on their bikes. Truly amazing and very exciting to get day to day updates. Check him out!

I really heart Lance.

What happens when an old MTV VJ and Nintendo come together? You get Daisy Fuentes Pilates.

This summer will mark the arrival of the first Pilates program for Nintendo Wii Fit, and Daisy Fuentes—a long-time celebrity Pilates lover—will guide the virtual workout.

In place of a real-life instructor, the program will use the Wiimote to detect your movements and offer instant responses, so you can make sure you are doing the exercises correctly. An onscreen timer and motivational cues from Daisy herself will help you stay the course.

If you have a Wii Fit, this looks like a great way to delve into the world of Pilates and start learning the ropes (if you haven’t already). If you don’t have a Wii Fit, I think this might be a pretty good excuse to get one.

A healthy creation via an MTV VJ and Nintendo. I guess the 90’s brought us something useful after all…well, besides Hypercolor and The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air.

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Sweating through a tough pilates class? Cool. Being photographed after you’ve sweated through your tough pilates class? Not cool.

I guess my grade school pals were right: you are what you eat.

As Prue Charlton, author of The Yoga Diet, explains, our body type often dictates the type of food we crave. Moreover, what we choose to nosh often affects our mood, health, and overall wellbeing. Sound scary? The Yoga Diet can help.

But don’t let the word ‘diet’ dissuade you. Prue’s plan is not so much a fat-trimming, food-restricting regime as it is a practical insight into the type of cuisine that is the best fuel for your body, allowing you to align your eating habits with your individual constitution.

Interested? Start by taking the ‘What body type are you?’ questionnaire. You might learn something, like why you always feel like a PB&J sandwich.

Patti Stanger, the so-called Millionaire Matchmaker, is a bit annoying but does make a good point. Looking for women? Hot women? They do yoga and pilates.

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