tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-41569568383327682982024-03-05T08:15:34.277-08:00StilettoClicks"Aspire to inspire by making your temporary changes permanent."
Stephanie A.K.A. Mzs. Stiletto (Music, Dance & Fitness)http://www.blogger.com/profile/15811457975769766525noreply@blogger.comBlogger10125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4156956838332768298.post-59168817107990766862016-08-29T07:17:00.005-07:002016-08-29T07:29:57.283-07:00"TAYLOR MADE"<br />
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So since
I last posted, my six year anniversary and 34th birthday came and went. Both events
in my life were incredible and I will admit that I was completely spoiled. I
thank anyone and everyone that came out with my husband and I to celebrate love
and my 34 years of existence. In addition to those festivities, last Wednesday
I attended an event called "Dance Now Think Later." I and other
daring dance buffs took part in a dance revolution at Inhale Miami that began
at 6am. I honestly was not sure how the turnout would be and if I myself would
make it being that I was under the weather but I began to feel highly motivated
as I pulled up and noticed a great amount of energetic individuals ready to
take the dance floor with full enthusiasm. Prior to commencing, my good friend
and student who had invited me out, Liza Pitsirilos, had us loosen up to
soothing meditation music. At first I was a bit shy but after realizing how
carefree everyone else became, I quickly joined in on the fun. Aside from being
able to let go at this amazing morning dance party, I was even more driven by the
fact that all proceeds went out to benefit children of Miami and South Africa. Special
thanks to Liza for the great challenge, the incredible vendors and to all my
dancing peers who without knowing motivated me to rise n shine n DANCE! <o:p></o:p></div>
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onto discuss who really had me going this morning at the gym... TEYANA TAYLOR! Many
of you may not have been familiar with who she was until her appearance last
night in Kanye West's latest music video for his song "Fade" but I
myself have been acquainted with her since she appeared in MTV's "My Super
Sweet 16" approximately 9 years ago. <o:p></o:p></div>
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She
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been captured by her incredibly defined and fit form in particularly when she
graced Vibe Vixen magazine with a Janet Jackson inspired look. <o:p></o:p></div>
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With
abs of steel that could basically break knuckles if a punch at them was
attempted, Ms. Taylor has always and forever had my full attention. Although I
knew what she was working with, I was still shocked when I saw her at full
throttle giving us All Those Abs and such an electrifying Flashdance moment in the
"Fade" video. For years I have been waiting for people to recognize
her talent and I think Kanye providing us with a "Sit n Wait For It"
moment was done oh so right in EVERY single way. Oh and did I mention that she
gave birth less than a year ago?!!!</div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><u>Shout out to her boo thang NBA player, Iman
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All
in all, if this does not motivate you to get in HIGH gear and work your bums
off, I do not know what will. As for me, I'm staying consistent with my
workouts, eating well and back on my zero alcohol phase so I can be
"Taylor Made." What's the reward at the end of the finish line? Oh
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To life, to health, to fitness, to the NEW You,<br />
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<strong><em><span style="background-color: magenta;">Steph A.K.A. Mzs. Stiletto</span></em></strong> <br />
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past couple of weeks, you'll know that I had a wedding to attend and prepare
for. As part of my preparation, I gave myself a 42 Day No Drinking Challenge
which would come to an end on the wedding date of August 4th. One of the
primary reasons was so that I would be able to get into a beautiful electric
blue dress being made by my seamstress. Aside from that, I wanted to know how
this hardcore drinker could get through what she knew would be a difficult
challenge. How'd I do? FANTASTIC!</span></div>
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especially on the week I had friends from out of town paying us a visit.
However, as time went on, as my clothing became loose, and as I noticed an
immense increase in my strength during workouts, the easier it was to say ‘No
to Drinks.' I truly thought that I would not have been able to get through this
challenge but you know what? I survived and with zero problems. There was no
greater feeling than the one I had each and every time I met with my seamstress
for fittings and she would have to continue taking the dress in. Finally, the
day of my final, she gave me the end results and advised that I had come down a
total of 6 INCHES!!! My start was 35 inches at the waist and my end, 30. Aside
from that, I dropped 5% of Body Fat. Incredible. </span></div>
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the only reason I had come down. I must give credit to my exceptional training,
clean eating and, of course, determination. It was not only the smile on my
face as I fit into my dress with no problem that has now driven and motivated
me to go even further, but much rather that of my proud husband’s as I walked
through the wedding garden while he waited by his favorite place, the bar. I am
thankful not for having completed the mission, but for having been able to recognize
that alcohol shall no longer consume my life. It’s funny because after I had my
first drink I was not even jumping for joy, I was more like “no big deal.” Life
is just that way, when you do not have something for so long, you kinda stop
missing it altogether. But still, you know that first sip brought a tingly feeling to my lips and smirk at the face...</span></div>
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<span style="color: #222222; font-family: "Arial",sans-serif;">All in all, my weekend was great. Not only did we celebrate love
with the wedding, our 6<sup>th</sup> year wedding anniversary <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">(really on the 13<sup>th</sup>
but we skipped town early to Naples)</i></b>, but I celebrated the reward of
great health and winning a challenge. I know I normally post pictures in
between paragraphs but not today. Today I give you a straight story book with
descriptions back to back of last week’s events, pictures of Mr. & Mrs. Garb, my dashing hubby, surprises he gave me for our anniversary and more…</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial",sans-serif;"><span style="color: blue;"><b>Back off ladies. He's allllll mine! Thanks to Mens Warehouse for makin' him shine!</b></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: blue;"><b>Hair color and application by Annie from Styles of Beauty. </b></span><br />
<span style="color: blue;"><b>www.styleseat.com/stylesofbeauty (Tell them I sent you.)</b></span><br />
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<span style="color: blue;"><b>Wedding day styling by Vanity by Vanessa </b></span><br />
<span style="color: blue;"><b>@vanitybyvanessa13</b></span><br />
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<span style="color: red;"><b>A heartfelt thank you for making our 6th year wedding anniversary so incredible. Words cannot express how surprised I was.</b></span> </div>
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<b></b><i></i><u></u><sub></sub><sup></sup><strike></strike>Stephanie A.K.A. Mzs. Stiletto (Music, Dance & Fitness)http://www.blogger.com/profile/15811457975769766525noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4156956838332768298.post-85037351673442123392016-07-20T08:01:00.000-07:002016-07-20T08:56:03.921-07:00BREAKTIME!!!<br />
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performance and with two late business meetings on Monday and Tuesday, I
was unable to make it to the gym. I know what you're thinking "ok Mrs.
Excuses." Listen, I get to the gym at 7am every morning and one thing I
will not do is sacrifice my workout's endurance and strength just to tell
myself "I went" and in fact, I honestly believe thay the rest
did me some good. Upon my return today, I felt energetic and was able to
increase my weights from 15lbs to 17.5lbs and 10lbs. to 12.5lbs. Aside from
that, I looked at my physique and either my mind is playing tricks on me or I
am actually getting much leaner. I decided to read up on why this was and came
across an article titled <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">"Take a Break" by Chris Zaino</i></b>
on one of my favorite fitness sites BodyBuilding.com. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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but mentally as well, not to mention the break that your nervous system needs
to take. <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">"Even though we take days off from the gym a couple times a week,
after weeks and weeks of pounding our bodies, we may require more than one or
two days."</i></b> Ahhh, so then there <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">IS</b> a difference. I never imagined that a week off or close to it
would be so rewarding and you know what, it was. If you have been killing
yourself at the gym, relax a bit. Do not deprive your body of the much needed
rest time that you and it deserves. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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feeling about myself. My recent lifestyle change has not only been great for the
way my body is looking but for my shows. Even my husband is noticing. I have
been performing since a child but this past Saturday, I had power, stamina,
strength and my words were as clear as ever. Many asked how I had so much
energy. I said "I'm now dedicated to my body." See for yourself...<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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To life, to health, to fitness, to the NEW You,<br />
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Steph A.K.A. Mzs. Stiletto Stephanie A.K.A. Mzs. Stiletto (Music, Dance & Fitness)http://www.blogger.com/profile/15811457975769766525noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4156956838332768298.post-6823106501640644862016-07-11T06:50:00.000-07:002016-07-11T06:50:26.557-07:00"CARBS...THE CURE TO CONSTIPATION" <br />
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be shy, we've all had it. That aching pain in your stomach and dealing with the
uncomfortable feeling of not being able to go to the bathroom, <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="color: #00b050;">CONSTIPATON</span></b>.
If you read my post last week, you'll remember me writing about how my 4th of
July weekend was completely destroyed because of it. I tried everything in the
sky to cure me of my torment, prune juice, lemon ginger tea, Gas-X, Miralax,
damn it, I even went to the ER and had an IV stuck in me. Not to say that the
IV didn't help, it assisted a ton, and I must say that the tea did soothe the
cramping, however, in the end, I feel that what really got the job done were
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">NOOO!! Not the ones photographed above,
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I
am a huge pasta, potato, and of course, <span style="color: #948a54; mso-themecolor: background2; mso-themeshade: 128;">BREAD</span> lover. However, since I've been
watching the tummy, I've cut down...A LOT. Yet, last week, it was the only
thing that helped me with my constipation. I didn't go crazy, I had some slices
of my absolute favorite, Ezekiel Sprouted Grain Bread. <o:p></o:p></div>
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I
was introduced to it last year by a good friend of mine and fellow Fit Queen,
Aimee. I let her know how getting rid of bread was the hardest thing to do for
me and she told me about Ezekiel and how I could basically use it as an scapegoat.
No, you can't overdo it, however, one slice is only 80 calories and it is low
in fat. Well I ran out to Publix, got me some Ezekiel, and long behold, I am
back to my regular self. Again, I am not saying that the above-mentioned
remedies had nothing to do with my healing process, however, I strongly believe
that what really got me going, no pun intended, were the carbs. I was able to
enjoy my weekend with great friends, still no drinking, and had no tummy
issues. Ahhhh, the pleasure. So if you're ever feeling uneasy, a lil, well you
know, stuck, call up the carbs, the good ones at least. They might in the end
be the ones to get you out of a tight jam and get you going from this...<o:p></o:p></div>
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Well
enjoy your week and I sure hope the information was useless because let's face
it, it ain't no secret that we all get stuck in a rut sometimes. <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Before I go...<o:p></o:p></b></div>
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To life, to health, to fitness, to the NEW You,<br />
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Steph A.K.A. Mzs. Stiletto </div>
Stephanie A.K.A. Mzs. Stiletto (Music, Dance & Fitness)http://www.blogger.com/profile/15811457975769766525noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4156956838332768298.post-44180157714048351452016-07-06T06:44:00.004-07:002016-07-06T06:44:38.425-07:004TH OF JULY WEEKEND RUNDOWN
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">I know I'm two days behind with
my post and not because I ran out of content but because, well basically, I had
the weekend from hell!!!! I sure hope you all had a joyous, festive and
relaxing weekend because I most certainly did not. It all started out on Thursday
evening when I became consumed with lower back pain. By Friday morning, I was
vomiting with severe cramping and constipation. I became worried because I had
not one, but two shows that evening and the uncertainty of whether or not I was
going to pull through played with my emotions for the entire work day. Like the
champ that I am, I did everything possible to make the first show a success and
well the second one was a flop because of the promoter but that's beside the
point. One thing that remained was the excruciating pain I was going through.
The Gas-X wasn't being very affective and when it comes to pain, I am quite the
bit of a pansy. I wasn't getting any better and I already accepted the fact
that my 4th of July weekend would mainly be spent home. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">By Saturday morning I was at CVS
stocking up on some meds, prune juice (ewwww), soup and Miralax. I ran home with
the hope that this would all save the weekend, boy was I wrong. Miralax, thank
you for royally destroying my fun time. I was stuck in the bathroom literally
from Saturday all the way through Tuesday. I couldn't understand what it was
that had gotten me to this point. Was it too much protein shakes, was it the
change in my diet, was it that maybe I was expecting? So many thoughts ran
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">So the weekend came and went but my
cramping, nausea and daily runs remained. Sorry to sound grotesque but I am not
going to sit here and sugarcoat anything that I went through this weekend. My poor
husband had to deal with it and the only thing I looked up to was the fact that
I got new furniture and was able to select a new color palette for my bedroom.
So hey, at least I had that joyous occasion. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">Finally by Tuesday I went into
work with cramps and all but I did make the decision to call the doctor. His
recommendations were that I go to the ER. So after a 7 hour wait time<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">,
people must've had a great weekend</i></b>, blood work, a CT scan and a urine
test, I got the results... "You're not pregnant but you do have a stomach
virus." All that and that's the best they could tell me. I will admit that
the IV got me a bit more hydrated and helped with the cramps so I guess the
hospital visit was helpful and I am glad it wasn't something more serious.
Besides, I got to enjoy the extremely good looking staff at Kendall Regional
Medical Center. I guess headshots are required in order to be considered for
employment. All I can say after my rough weekend is this, nutrition is soooo
important. Staying balanced and really watching what you put into your mouth. Sometimes
we think, "oh hey this can't be that bad" and in reality it is the
worst thing you can have. I believe that the protein shake I had been taking
may have bared some responsibility to my feeling ill but for the most part I
blame myself for not taking the proper precautions and listening to my body
when I had mild cramping the week before. Either way, lesson well learned. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">So that was my weekend in
nutshell. I am glad you all had a great one and hopefully my Labor Day will be
better spent. But hey, I will say this, I did have two great things that
happened, 1. A HUGE announcement will be made with regards to major changes in
TASTE Ladies and a big addition and 2. I was introduced to Niykee Heaton!! Thanks
to her music, I survived the weekend!! And can we PRAISE her body!!! </span></div>
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Steph A.K.A. Mzs. Stiletto <br />
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Stephanie A.K.A. Mzs. Stiletto (Music, Dance & Fitness)http://www.blogger.com/profile/15811457975769766525noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4156956838332768298.post-81261827099425583632016-06-27T09:46:00.002-07:002016-06-29T12:01:27.555-07:00FIGHTING THE TEMPTATIONS<br />
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-family: "calibri";"><span style="color: magenta;">So I hope everyone had a fantastic weekend. I most certainly did. Before
I get started, I will remind you all about my 42 No Drinking Challenge. I want
to keep you all posted on my progress and challenges. So at the end of each
weekly post, I will be writing a side note titled DAYS LEFT which will let you
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<span style="font-family: "calibri";">Not only has my nutrition been on
point but I have been faithful to my fitness having completed five days strong
this week. I will admit that being a good girl was not at all that difficult primarily
because hubby was out of town so there were no drinking nor poor eating
temptations. Unfortunately, he returned yesterday. Don't get me wrong, I am
glad he is back, but the moment he got off the plane it was straight to the
beach where he immediately made a stop at the liquor store and then after, we
went to a cousin's house for a nice family get together. Now I come from a
Cuban background and we all know what a Latin party consists of, great music,
great drinks and great Foooood!!! So how'd I do?! Fantastic! I stuck to my no
drinking policy regardless of my tempting surroundings and besides the small and
plain vanilla ice cream I had, I did my thing fit ladies and gents. I so far am
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<span style="font-family: "calibri";">Now I am sure you're saying, "ice
cream?" Truth of the matter is, I think it was well-deserved. I had it
topped with only peanuts and was guilt-free. I now have come to realize that if
you've accomplished everything you wanted to accomplish during the week, if you
have fought the urges, stayed consistent on both your diet and exercise
regimens and are surely positive that you have given it your very BEST and
nothing less, then there is nothing wrong with a little reward. I am not saying
to overdo it, but try to supplement things like a Hot-Fudge Sunday with just
regular vanilla ice cream <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">(preferably frozen yogurt but if not
available, just plain vanilla will do)</i></b> and nuts, or maybe cinnamon, or
fruit even. There is absolutely no reason why you should give up on your
indulges because if you do, I guarantee that you'll have that one day where you
decide to break and have them all at once then you've opened up the flood gates
and going back from that is not only dissatisfying but will bring you to a
depressive state. Trust me, I've lost the battle against many demons before but
this time, I'm winning. Take my advice and you will be well on your way to
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<o:p>T</o:p>o life, to health, to fitness, to the NEW You,<br />
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Steph A.K.A. Mzs. Stiletto </div>
Stephanie A.K.A. Mzs. Stiletto (Music, Dance & Fitness)http://www.blogger.com/profile/15811457975769766525noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4156956838332768298.post-70505586848575652622016-06-20T06:07:00.002-07:002016-06-20T06:07:22.717-07:00"SUMMER IS HERE, BUT NO DRINKS TO CHEER"
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<span>Summer
has finally arrived, well, I live in Miami so it is basically Summer all year
round but hey, it's still good to be able to celebrate. Today is June 20th and
not only does it mark the first day of Summer, but for me, it marks the first
day of my <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">"Clean for 42 Days"</i></b> policy. What's that about? Don't
mind me while I explain. I ladies and gentlemen, consider myself to be quite
the heavy drinker. While I do not indulge in any other social activities, I
refuse to mention, there is nothing that makes my social setting more
interesting than a nice vodka pineapple, vodka cranberry, shoot, vodka
anything. Unfortunately, however, not only do those sweet little temptations
tend to make my nights, but they have appeared to make my midsection EXPLODE!
So for the next 42 days, I am on a NO DRINKING restriction. </span></div>
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<span>Why
42 days you ask? Well to be honest, I have a wedding that I am attending August
4th and the celebration festivities commence the 3rd so I am going to be
realistic and say that I will make-up for some lost alcoholic consumption time
that week but prior to, I must get into this amazing dress I have my eyes and
heart set on. While absolutely no one is going to be giving the beautiful bride
and her dashing groom competition that evening, I at least want to feel
fulfilled and great about myself to be able to pull something in the likes of
what I am wearing off. <o:p></o:p></span><br />
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<span>I
wasn't always a drinker but when I started working at a bar some years ago, I
grew a high tolerance to it and honestly, I hate that I did because it allowed
for me to be able to consume much more than the average individual. But again,
it did much damage to my body and I am sure my health. All in all, I think a
drink every now and then is not a problem, however, I believe one should be
smart and, of course,<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;"> SAFE</i></b> while drinking. In the
meantime, it is nothing but water for your girl and you know what, I'm not
upset about it. I lived without alcohol for about 22 years so what's 42 days
right? I have faith in me, do you? Want to do the challenge with me? Didn't
think so. Oh well, wish me luck from the sidelines and to a clean and healthy
42 days. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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To life, to health, to fitness, to the NEW You,<br />
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Steph A.K.A. Mzs. Stiletto <br />
Stephanie A.K.A. Mzs. Stiletto (Music, Dance & Fitness)http://www.blogger.com/profile/15811457975769766525noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4156956838332768298.post-31200948759910042862016-05-09T06:49:00.004-07:002016-05-09T07:02:11.752-07:00"A NIGHT OF THE GODDESS"<div style="text-align: justify;">
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held a demo class of The BurleXXX Workout at "A Night of the Goddess"
a ladies night event hosted by Bossy Magazine & The Mitzani Team. I have to
say, that it felt more like a performance by an entire group of bold and sexy
ladies for there was not much that I had to teach. I was assisted by fellow
Taste Lady, Gina Spaide and from the moment the warm-up to the legendary
Prince's "When Doves Cry" to the amazing routine I created to Melanie
Fiona's "4am" to the final cool down to Beyonce's "6
inch"<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>it appeared that the women
may have even been able to show me a thing or two. </span></div>
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although low intensity, is definitely made to help one not only develop
strength and flexibility especially at the legs, but can also help you release
your inhibitions and either bring back or help you find your sexy. One thing
was certain Friday night, I do not for one second think that any of the women
who participated had sexy to find, however, it definitely gave them quite the
unexpected workout. Most students tend to start off in flats until they feel
comfortable, not these daring ladies, they went straight to the high heels
which gave them a more intense workout and of course, <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">BURN. </i></b>As mentioned in my
bio, The BurleXXX Workout is part of a three dance style workout program which
also includes Hardcore, hip hop fitness and Bum Burner, structured to help you
burn calories through Caribbean movements. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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featured The BurleXXX Workout, but the incredible sounds by DJ Shelly Rockstar
@shellyrockstar, amazing photography sessions with, Erika Nelly
@ErikaNellyPhotography. </span></div>
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potential students including the very talented and beautiful burlesque performer Ariel Amour @arielamour:</span></div>
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Shavon Robinson, aka Shevvy-Malibu of Bossy Magazine, a digital lifestyle
magazine for the urban contemporary woman. She brought this event to me and I
am so happy to have taken part in it. Be sure to visit her website at
www.getbossymag.com for everything fashion, music, future and current events
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of the main reasons behind my inconsistency at staying fit was my hectic after
work schedule. Aside from being a fitness head, I am also a music artist, so
when my bag was packed with workout gear I could use at the gym after my
full-time job and I would suddenly get called to attend an event, go to the
recording studio, or any other unexpected life events, it was safe to say that
the gym clothes made their way to everywhere BUT the gym. However, when I did
happen to make it, I was dragging my feet after a long day of work and getting
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were the way to go, but the thought of getting up at 6am in order to beat Miami
traffic and get to the gym by 6:45am made me, the woman that asks for 2 extra
minutes of sleep time, cringe. I would always say "how do these early
birds do it?" Never in a million years would I have ever imagined that I
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the past week I have been doing just that. Getting up early and doing my
morning workouts that is. How do I feel? Better than ever!! The fact that I can
be at work knowing that I have already gotten my workout over with and that I
am prepared for whatever last minute schedule change that may come my way after
5pm without having to worry about sacrificing my fitness, is amazing, simply
put. Not only that, it's made me a bit more organized in the sense that I
already know what I am wearing for work the next day because I leave my packed
bag in the car overnight. So after my zombie wake up, it's brush teeth and out
the door. Oh and, I have set a precedent, my husband too is now joining me in
the A.M. which calls for more evening quality time. Do not get me started on
the phenomenal morning energy boost. Who needs Red Bull when you got a burst of
natural energy? <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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say stop considering and get it done. Think of the ability to be able to do
whatever you want after work without having to worry about cramming in your
workout. Challenge yourself and get the job done. Rise n' grind because the
hardest part, is the first wake up, so Get Up!! Come on, I'm counting, 5, 4, 3,
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<span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">I haven't always been into my weight, much rather, I have always been obsessed with it. Having been a longtime cheerleader, I was always quite active. My day typically consisted of school, practice, home and on the weekends, competition. Although I barely had time for a social life, I had much room in my belly for the fast food I nowadays can't even smell without putting on a pound. I remember weighing 115 pounds rock solid and still I looked for something wrong. What was I thinking?! I didn't exactly put on the Freshman 15 after I got out of high school because I picked up dancing professionally in order to supplement for the cheerleading, yet even still, I had to be certain that I monitored myself. <strong><span style="color: magenta;">Here's me then:</span></strong></span></div>
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<span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">Fitness has never been the struggle for me. I actually love to workout. It's the nutrition that makes me cringe. A life without ice cream, pizza, cheese and ohhhh there's so much more, is a life not worth living. Or so I thought. Another issue for me is consistency. I can be working out hardcore for like 3 weeks straight, and the second results start making its way to me, one missed day turns into two, two to three, and well you catch my drift right? I remember having had an aneurysm at about 22 years old. It was the scariest time of my entire life. There I was laying in an ICU hospital bed and telling myself "this is not it for me." Thanks be it was not. As soon as I was cleared by the doc I headed straight to a fitness center, signed myself up and got to work. For about a year or so I was killing it when suddenly, my then boyfriend now husband entered my life. It didn't matter though because as quickly as I took off the pounds and put them back on was as quickly as they shredded again. Oh the glory of a 20 something year old metabolism. Suddenly, one day, IT ALL CHANGED!!!. </span></div>
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<span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">August 16, 2012, the day I turned 30. One would have thought that my metabolism said "STOPPPPPP!!!!" Anything and everything I put into my system stuck. Any and every workout I did became harder to get through and even harder to work. Every picture that I took bared a fake smile, every time I hung out with friends I was miserable inside. It affected my relationships, my ambition, my life. I remember one time going to a boutique's event. The designer had dresses for my friends and I to try on. There they were fitting in size 4 dresses while I was barely getting into a 10. The designer looked at me and said "sorry but I don't have your size." I laughed it off when in reality I had to fight back the tears and my girlfriends didn't even know. </span></div>
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<span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">My husband and I. Of course he smiles being able to eat like a pig while maintaining a small frame without ever even hitting a treadmill. </span></span></strong><br />
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<span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">For the most part, I was able to get some weight off but it wasn't much and I tell myself today that no more tears, only strength. I have finally now, just 4 months shy of my 34th birthday realized that something has got to change. Me now:</span><br />
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<span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">My up and down eating habits, my occasional binge drinking, my one week strong at the gym followed by one week of relaxation when I haven't even reached my goal, it needs to end. Here's the thing, I have come to realize that change is for good. It is not for now, it is forever. Permanency is key. If you want to maintain, you have to get accustomed to the fact that fitness and nutrition are lifestyle changes. I now feel awakened. Either way, I am not saddened by my failures for it is because of them that I have learned and will do different. </span></div>
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<span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">In my upcoming posts you will see my complete transformation. How far I can get. From eating tips, to the use of my TASTE Ladies Fitness Program, a series of three different dance combinations; Hardcore, Bum Burner and my own personal favorite, The BurleXXX Workout. This blog is not just to inspire myself, it is to inspire you to be better, be different and forever. I hope my journey can help you have your awakening moment as well because the rewards, are simply...GRAND. </span></div>
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