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Guess Who Said It?
Which X-Men star said this?
"Surfing's next on my list, although I'm still afraid I'm going to get eaten by a shark because you dress like a seal."
Not sure of the actor's name?
Words That Move You . . .
"I try never to be stopped by my fears . . .
Fit Gift Guide: Surfer Betty
The surfers I know live and breathe the sport, so giving a gift that supports their hang-loose hobby will be sure to please any surf-loving Betty in your life. From the home to the ocean, I've found a few fun presents that will make a surfer girl's holiday simply rad.
- Ted Shreds Surf Wax Candle: A lot of surfers can't get to the beach as often as they'd like, and this tropical wax-scented candle will remind them of riding that beloved board.
10 Ways to Burn More Calories This Summer
This summer, take advantage of all the great ways you can burn a few more calories. Here are ten simple ways that you can burn a few more calories in just 30 minutes this summer:
ActivityCalories Burned
Fishing118
Frisbee89
Horseback Riding118
Mountain Biking251
Rock Climbing236
Snorkeling148
Softball148
Surfing89
Water Skiing177
Whitewater Rafting148
Based on a 130 lb. person for 30 minutes of activity.
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Surfing the Web Slows Down Dementia
Spending an hour or two a day online might not be so bad after all. A new study suggests that spending time on the Internet increases brain activity in areas of the brain related to memory and cognition.
The study followed 24 volunteers between the ages of 55 to 78.
DVD Review: Shiva Rea — Surf Yoga Soul
I'm a huge fan of Shiva Rea and all her yoga videos, so I was thrilled to hear she had a new video called Surf Yoga Soul ($15). You don't have to be a surfer to enjoy this video, since it focuses on creative movements that open your body and heart, and strengthen your muscles and mind, to help you "surf the power of the life force within you." OK, that might be a little cheesy, but the DVD is great fun.
Surf Safari for Women Only
Looking to get away from it all and learn how to hang ten at the same time? If you answered "surf camp" on the winter vacation poll, here are a couple of surf schools for you to check out.
My ideal would be going on a retreat with Surf Goddess to Bali for yoga, surf lessons, spa treatments, gourmet meals and a sightseeing tour.
Street Surfing: Ride The Wave
Winter has come to an end and those of us who are into snowboarding may be a little down. Maybe you're fortunate enough that you're able to go surfing now - For those of us that don't live anywhere close to water, we can still ride the wave...
The Wave ($129.95) is a very cool new board that's part skateboarding, part surfing, part snowboarding.
Surf Shelf: Cool or Not?
Many of us use the gym to escape from the office, but others skip it because they can't break away from their computers.
Surf Shelf ($60) is a new gadget that enables you to use cardio equipment while using your laptop. It's an interesting concept that definitely left me feeling like, "Why didn't I think of that?"
Fit Gift Guide: Surf Betty
The gift-giving holidays are just around the corner and to spare you some of the last-minute shopping stress the Sugar sites are creating ever-helpful gift guides.
For those of us who have a Surf Betty to buy for this holiday season, check out my picks for some great gift ideas so that she can shred like the best of 'em.
- The Surf Safe Sport Case is a compact case for carrying to keep your essentials while surfing (car keys, cash, etc.) safe and dry.
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