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To find out what it takes to fly through the air like a circus performer, we're turning to the Trapeze School New York (TSNY) to show us the ropes. With the Santa Monica Pier as our backdrop, the TSNY instructors teach us that a flying trapeze lesson is more fun than scary and that it's also a great workout for your core. Best of all — anyone can do it! Read more
Yes! I was one of the children who wanted to run away and join the circus, even in spite of the creepy clowns. I was lucky enough to live out a bit of this fantasy at the Trapeze School New York on the Santa Monica pier and take a turn on the flying trapeze. And it is nothing short of exhilarating. Learning to listen, understand, and implement commands while upside down is more challenging than I Read more
"To catch up with a girlfriend, rather than sit and have coffee for an hour, we'll hike in Topanga Canyon. I rarely go by myself because it's such a perfect way to exercise and be social at the same time. Doing that so easily is one of the things that's great about Los Angeles." — Elizabeth Banks on staying in shape and staying in touch. The actress appears on the November cover of Self, Read more
One person's fear is another's passion, at least when it comes to certain workouts. Whether you're adventurous or not, it's possible that a certain workout could strike fear into your heart. Here's a list of a few "extreme" workouts that people either love or hate: Rock climbing Sure, you may be completely safe and supported by ropes during your climb, but a fear of heights is a fear of Read more
Our lovely reader Xosofine02 tipped us off to this Who Wore It Better? Thanks doll! Audrina Patridge from "The Hills" and Nicole Scherzinger from the Pussycat Dolls both sported this sparkly gold trapeze dress. And take a look at the difference in the shoe choices! Audrina opted for gold metallic Loubs while Nicole went fierce with studded booties. Neither strike my fancy, but that's just me. Two Read more
Source Can You Pull Off The Trapeze Silhouette? I rock it like the star that I am! Eh, I can pull it off, but that look is tired. If only I could wear it and feel Fab... Other - do tell! Read more
Bored with your yoga classes recently? Then maybe you should try Aerial Yoga. It is a new type of Yoga that combines Yoga Asanas with movements done on a trapeze like apparatus. The physicality of training on any aerial apparatus complements the physicality of the Yoga Asanas - shoulders are stabilized while being stretched, core abdominal muscles can be strengthened and spinal flexibility Read more
If booze and male strippers don't sound like your idea of a good time, buck tradition by celebrating your bachelorette party in a healthy — but fun! — way instead. Here are a few ways to bond with your girlfriends while also burning calories along the way. Say om: Gather up your mats and have a private yoga class; it's a great way to enjoy the company of your gal pals while also Read more
Move over Tai the elephant, it's time for trapeze school! Part two of I'm a Huge Fan: Reese Witherspoon has our lucky winner LauraJane earning her makeover thanks to a training session at trapeze school. She learns the same impressive skills that Reese shows off in Water For Elephants. Also watch LauraJane's Bloomingdale's shopping spree to pick out the perfect dress to meet her favorite star. Read more
Narciso Rodriguez stuck with his signature structured silhouettes for Fall '12, and this time, he built out the form-fitted figure into silky crepe dresses, colorblocked in geometric patterns of rusted brick reds, tangerine oranges, and chartreuse greens. In addition to the more "billowy" looks, he also sent out bustier-inspired, nipped-waist versions that accentuated the body in artfully draped Read more
