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MARGIELA.

 Top:  CLICK  o  Shorts: ESCADA  o  Sneakers: NIKE  o   Full cap: HERE  o  Watch: BURBERRY   o   Bag: MICHAEL KORS  o  Sunglasses: MISSONI   o   Nails: HERE

 Tunika:  KLIKNIJ TU  o  Szorty: ESCADA  o  Sneakersy: NIKE  o   Full cap: KLIK  o  Zegarek: BURBERRY   o   Torba: MICHAEL KORS  o  Okulary: MISSONI   o   Pazury: KLIK 


Tym razem coÅ› niezwykÅ‚ego - czyli Panda w sportowym wydaniu. Nie mogÅ‚o jednak zabraknąć mojego akcentu przeÅ‚amania dlatego nie mogÅ‚o zabraknąć kobiecych dodatków w postaci dużych bransolet oraz srebrnej obroży.  CaÅ‚y look dopeÅ‚nia czapka z daszkiem typu full cap z uszami myszki Miki - weźcie przykÅ‚ad ze mnie i nie bierzcie siebie za  serio:)  Co Wy na to, fashioniÅ›ci mali i duzi, a Wy pielÄ™gnujecie w sobie czÄ…steczkÄ™ dziecka?!

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Hi there, Fashion Lovers! I'm happy to present you my latest sporty look with very hot Marginal top and grey shorts with lovely heart shaped pockets on the back and Mickey Mouse full cap. What do you think about this look? Hope you will like it:)
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Cupcakes, running shoes, & finding a balance

I was scrolling through Pinterest yesterday looking for motivational quotes to put on our goal board in the gym where I work. In the midst of all of the words and images of people running, lifting weights, practicing yoga, there was one particular box that made me pause. It said: “Don’t listen to your inner fatty. She’s an evil b*tch. She misses cupcakes.” Sure, it was funny. (Because who doesn’t like cupcakes? They are delicious.) But it was the reference to the inner self that made me think about the quote beyond its basic humor.

We all have voice in our head that dictates what we do throughout the day. It determines whether we go to the gym after a long day at work or we head home to the couch; whether we eat the salad at lunch or the massive burrito; and whether we decide to continue working towards our fitness and health goals or let them fall to the wayside. According to the quote mentioned above when we make the choice to head to the gym, eat the salad, or keep pushing towards our goals, our skinny self is in charge; when we sit back on the couch, eat the burrito, and give up on ourselves, our inner fatty is wheeling his or her ugly head. However, what if we consider that we are not simply one or the other – fat or thin – but rather a combination of the two?


Trying to be just the skinny self is hard – it requires a lot of commitment, time, and effort on one’s part to stay motivated on a daily basis. However, channeling only our inner chubby self does not necessarily make life easy either; it can lead to a load of problems, including weight gain, diabetes, heart disease, among other issues. As a result, like most things in life, the trick is to find a balance between the two and acknowledge that while our skinny and fat selves are at odds with one another essentially they are one in the same - because they make up you.

So who do we achieve balance in fitness, in our diet, in achieving better health? Begin by starting small, making sure that your goals are specific, realistic, measureable, time bound, and achievable. Being prepared to run a marathon in a month’s time is time sensitive, specific, and measureable; however, if you are hitting the road for the first time and have yet to run even a 5k that goal is neither realistic nor attainable. Likewise, if you are looking to drop a few pounds before the holidays arrive, that is fantastic. But you need to determine exactly how much weight you would like to lose and by when; what is realistic for your body type (and your schedule); and then create a plan to establish healthy eating habits that you can maintain for the long-term, not a fad diet. Whatever type of plan you are creating, whether it is a training schedule or diet strategy, be sure to give your lean self a break once you have established those healthy habits and give the chubby bunny inside a nod once in awhile.

Reason being? It will prevent burnout on the fitness side. It will keep you from binge cheating on your diet (e.g. not just eating the one donut – but eating the wholepack of donuts). But even more so, it will bring a sense of balance to your life, allow you to sustain your healthy habits, and still work towards your fitness and health goals rather than contribute the vicious yo-yo dieting and “get fit – fall off the wagon” cycles. 




Our inner fatty is there, but s/he is not necessarily evil. S/he simply needs to be heard once in a while in order to give the skinny self a rest from all that exercising and clean eating. But more importantly, the two have to work together to keep our whole self sane and to keep ourselves on a path to better overall health. So… if you’ve already hit the gym everyday this week so far: cupcake, anyone?  

Get out of the cold and into the gym: Part I

Winter is quickly approaching, and soon the cold weather will take us from the outdoors and force us inside. As a way to keep moving and prevent cabin fever, there are a number of options to help keep the cold and extra pounds at bay through the cold winter months.

Bikram Yoga. If you are looking to get warm and toasty, take a Bikram yoga class. Also referred to as “hot yoga”, Bikram yogis perform their practice in a heated room (104 °F). This form of yoga helps the practitioner build strength, flexibility, muscular endurance and release toxins through the sweat. Classes typically run from anywhere between 60 to 90 minutes. During that time the practitioner will be lead through a series of 26 poses and two different breathing exercises.

If you decide to give hot yoga a chance, be sure to wear light, well-vented, form-fitting clothing so that you are able to keep cool and avoid feeling restricted during the movements. Also be sure to go to drink plenty of water before, during and after class to ensure that you are properly hydrated. It is also suggested to bring a small towel, although most studios provide them for a small cost.



CrossFit. If you are an avid exerciser and/or gym-goer more than likely you know someone who has done CrossFit. While the regimen’s safety has been debated in recent months, there are numbers of people who have found a path to better health through what CrossFit Headquarters refers as the “Sport of Fitness”.

CrossFit is an exercise program that prides itself on being “constantly varied” – the regimen pulls from gymnastics, Power Lifting, Olympic Weightlifting, and endurance sports (e.g. running, rowing, jumping rope) and tests these movements in ever-changing workouts at a high intensity.  The regimen is designed to create a well-rounded and balanced athlete rather than a specialist (e.g. marathon runner).

If you decide to give CrossFit a try, many CrossFit gyms (also known as a “box”) offer a free trial class. However, before settling on a gym, be sure to do shopping around. Avoid gyms that offer Groupons, which discount their services simply to get you into the door, and that do not include introductory classes that require you to learn the movements.

When you do find a gym you are interested in, be sure to ask the coaches about their credentials, the gym culture and community, as well as the types of workouts that regularly appear (NOTE: Offering only long workouts or workouts with a name attached to them should put up a red flag). Each CrossFit gym is different, but doing the proper research can help you find a box that suits your individual needs.


Barre.  Instead of heading to the bar for spirits to keep you warm, try a barre class instead. The ballet-inspired program incorporates dance with other traditional exercises to give the practitioner a toned and sculpted body.

There are various types of barre classes to try – some focus more primarily on dance while others incorporate traditional yoga and/or Pilates exercises into the routine. There are also classes that focus on “strengthening and lengthening” the body, sessions led by physical therapists to perform movements while protecting your joints, as well as classes that incorporate exercise props such as hand weights and exercise balls.


Whatever class you do choose, be prepared to ease into the routine and then get in a killer lower body workout. While Barre classes will give you a good overall workout, they will especially work your core, legs, and butt – and who doesn’t want that?
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With the cold weather looming it is time to head back inside, but avoid total hibernation by trying out a new type of fitness class to your exercise regimen. Be sure to check back in the coming weeks for our Part II of our "Get out of the cold" series for more ideas to keep you sweating through the winter months. 

The Rise App: Nutrition experts in your pocket

Aside from moonlighting as a fitness and nutrition writer, I own a gym and act as a personal trainer and group fitness coach. My clients come to our gym for a number of reasons, including strength building, endurance training, weight loss, and general fitness. As a result, I try to stay up-to-date on tools that will help our members with their personal goals.

When weight loss is the goal, aside from prescribing a diet filled with lean meats, vegetables, fruit, nuts and seeds, and no sugar, I encourage clients to keep a food diary, either manually in a notepad or with an app (e.g. My Fitness Pal or My Plate), to track and monitor their daily food intake. The hope is that together, my client and I will begin to notice patterns in their eating habits – where overeating occurs and what foods can either be reduced or taken out entirely, for example. While I provide my professional opinion to my clients when viewing their food diaries, not everyone has access to fitness and nutritional help on an everyday basis – until now.



A new app called, Rise, provides users with a nutrition expert at their fingertips. The app pairs the user with a coach, who is works with them one-on-one to help them reach their fitness and weight loss goals. The app is simple to use, affordable (costing as little as $15 a week), and provides a human element that simple calorie trackers cannot.

When signing up for Rise, you enter in the typical data such as your height, current weight, gender, activity levels and goal weight. However, Rise, takes the “getting to know you” data a step further and allows you to post your real reason(s) for seeking nutrition health – ranging from general weight loss to help with marathon training. Not only that but it also allows you to identify and distinguish how you generally eat to pair you with an appropriate coach: whether you are vegetarian, vegan, follow a Mediterranean diet, or in the Paleo camp, they have a coach well suited to your needs.

Aside from being paired with coach that understands your needs, the app is simple to use. Instead of typing in food items and searching for them in other calorie tracker apps, Rise, lets you simply take a picture of your food and submit it for review. The coach then offers his advice on each meal and offers suggestions based on what he sees. The end result something calorie trackers cannot provide – human accountability. You receive real feedback from a real person to keep you on track and your eating habits in line with your personal goals. You can even choose the type of feedback you receive, ranging from encouragement to tough love, whatever type of motivation you need to keep you on track.



Having a coach, whether face-to-face or via online, can help keep you accountable and motivated as you work towards your weight loss goals. However, the service provides you with more than accountability and motivation; it assists you in establishing healthy eating habits. Establishing good eating habits not only sustains weight loss but also provides you with better overall health. So give Rise a chance – the only thing you have to lose are a few extra pounds you have been holding onto.


Sparta in Illinois...The Spartan Race

The Spartan Sprint and Super race brought the legendary Sparta to Illinois. Well it wasn't like the movie 300, but it did bring forth many super athletes from our great state to compete in this extraordinarily difficult obstacle race. The Spartan Super (which was the one we had our contributing writer Dylan compete in) consisted of 8 miles and between 20-30 obstacles. This race, unlike others such as the Gladiator, requires strength, agility and speed to make it through.


So which types of obstacles did the Spartan Super race offer their victims, oops, meant challengers? There was a javelin throw (yes I was surprised there weren't any casualities), swimming across puddles, lifting boulders and carrying them, rope climbs from water, crazy monkey bars and much more. " The Spartan had a good variety of challenges" Dylan stated. Also if you couldn't complete a challenge, unlike the real Spartans where you literally would be killed, here you had to complete 30 burpees. Our writer, Dylan, had 2 failures so he endured 60 burpees. His nemesis, the javelin throw and the rope climbing out of water.




Other than the unique obstacle races and the burpee penalty, there is a team work social aspect to these races. People help strangers out, creating a fun atmosphere that is non competitive except for against yourself. Out of a rating from 1-10, 10 being the absolute best score for a race, our writer rated the Spartan Super at a 8. He recommends this race to anyone who wants a challenge. It is a unique challenge and great for versatile athletes since the terrain is all over the place.



So interested in competing in the next Spartan race? Check them out here, they have many upcoming races but you must hurry now, since space IS limited!!!



Thank you to contributing writer Dylan Diesing for taking on this challenge for us!!!

October is vegetarian month!

There are plenty of reasons to take a more plant-based approach in your diet.  Research from the Harvard Health Publication and the Brown University Health Promotion claim benefits of eating a vegetarian diet. Such benefits include lowered risks for heart disease, certain cancers, (such as breast, ovarian, and colorectal cancer) diabetes, obesity, and hypertension.

However, an improved health is not the only thing that one can gain from eating a plant-based diet. A person can also feel better on an ethical level:  vegetarian diets are better on the environment as well as take a stand against animal cruelty.



If you are thinking about becoming a vegetarian or are simply interested in eating a more plant-based diet, here are a few tips to help you along the way:
Grain Fed. When choosing grains, opt for whole grain rather than refined and/or white grains. Whole grains are a source of important nutrients, such as dietary fiber, B Vitamins, and iron, magnesium, and selenium.

Mix It Up. Be sure to eat a wide variety of fruits and vegetables to ensure that you receive a proper amount of nutrients.

Supplement. If you eat an entirely plant-based diet, you may need to supplement in order to achieve a full-range of vitamins and minerals. Vegetarians often supplement with Vitamin B-12, Vitamin D, Calcium, Zinc, and Riboflavin.

Limit and moderate. Just as if you were eating the Standard American Diet, there are certain foods that should be eaten in moderation. Foods that are high in sugar or high in fat should be eaten in limited amounts.



Whether you are looking to become a full-fledge vegetarian or are just wanting to incorporate more plant-based foods into your diet, there are a number of resources online to assist you on your journey, including:






    5 Ways To Start Your Day Well

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    The other day I got to thinking about what made my mornings tick. The routine that can get me out of bed and onto a 7.30am train (mostly) with a bounce in my step. Or make me feel inspired before sitting down for hours of desk time. Here are five, tried and tested, ways to begin your day with a smile. As the saying goes, start as you mean to continue . . . !

    Go for a walk. Even if it's for ten minutes around the block, getting out into the fresh  air before heading to the office is a brilliant way of stimulating your body and mind. Recently, Oli and I have taken 15minutes or more outside every morning. It's amazing how much more HUMAN you feel for having some you time before work. 

    Wait on the login. I try not to log into any technology for the first couple of hours of my day; that way when I start at my desk at 9 I feel fresh. If I have to check urgent e-mails, I flick over them and flag them for work time. And . . . 

    Logout before bed. I read an article a while ago which said that looking at a computer or phone screen before bed stimulated your mind into thinking it way daytime - hence making it difficult to fall asleep. I always have a magazine or paper book beside the bed to read until my eyes get tired. At the moment I'm reading the third Bridget Jones - Mad About the Boy - ugh addictive! OH and I always write down a to-do list before sleep, that way I feel unburdened of any pressing issues as I know I can deal with them tomorrow

    Have a hot towel waiting. This is such an old-lady tip, but I've found as the days are getting chilly that a warm towel makes getting in and out of the shower DREAMY. We don't have a radiator in our bathroom so I pop my towel in the drier for a few minutes, and love the feeling of it as I step out. I also got a beautiful new towel from Roos Beach Shop which makes me smile.  

    Listen to your body. I used to get anxious if I left the house in a rush, grabbing a coffee and croissant on my journey to work and generally feeling sluggish, and well, crap. Now I make time for a balanced breakfast, a flick through the news, and a comfortable time frame to get ready in. If I have a particularly early morning I'll pack my bag, laptop case, and iron my clothes before bed too. 

    I hope these tips help you kick start your days too lovely ones! Do you have any tips on how to get going with a smile? 

    Here's to a great week!

    Love, 

    MB x

    Where's Jimmy?!

    Written by: Thom Olson as featured in Halfstack's Fall Issue. Read the entire issue today HERE.

    It’s Sunday afternoon and you are at Oak Street Beach. A beautiful blonde comes up and asks you “Where’s Jimmy?” and proceeds to hand you a light blue package. The color is somewhat similar to Tiffany’s iconic little gift boxes. Alas… Tiffany’s is not giving away free samples... though one can still hope.  It is, however, a small sample of a fruit bar. It’s marked vegan. Some might find that word marked on the package a little scary. You either try it or throw it in your travel tote for later. 




    Later you happen to be on a mud run. Could it be that running in this madness is the result of a three-martini evening where you placed a bet and lost? Thus… you are running through an obstacle course doused in soggy wet dirt. Or, is this something you volunteered for because you find it “pleasant”? Anyhow, low and behold, you see that same blonde, who hands you another taste of something wrapped in the same blue wrapper.  Exhausted and hungry, you decide to give it a try.  You eat it. OMG, you actually like it.  You ask for another and get a taste of a second flavor. You wolf it down and are on your way. Did you just have your first vegan experience?

    After a shower and cozying up with a very large bar of soap, you hop on down to the Whole Foods Grocery store to get something for dinner. Who do you run in to? Yup, you guessed it. Blondie hands you a sample but this time you ask for a couple of the real deal and buy them. You have just bought a Jimmy Bar.

    Jimmy Bars are a fruit-based snack bar. Each bar has all natural ingredients. In a rare twist of food packaging, all the ingredients are featured prominently on the front of the package and not in micro type buried on the back. There isn’t anything listed that leaves a question mark in your mind like Maltodextrin, high fructose corn syrup or some hydrogenated goo.  You can actually pronounce all the ingredients and see there is a shelf life on the package. It’s not like a Twinkie.  Yes, it is vegan, but that is less scary now. There isn’t a dairy component added to the product nor are there any lactose bi-products added. It is gluten free — not a lot of foods can say that, particularly in the snack bar category.  The funny thing is, though, it actually tastes good without any sugar added. The base of the bar is dates. There are 4 varieties: Chocolate Chip, Banana Muffin, Peanut Butter and Apple. With all that said why are you still intrigued? It was blonde right? Or was it the food? So, you start to do some investigating, as you need an answer to the question.

    Who is the blonde?
    You might have run into one of the two that man the helm of this healthy snack food ship. The very athletically handsome: Jimmy Simon, Co-Founder of Jimmy Bars OR his lovely niece Ciarra. Ciarra is the extremely cute, collegiate daughter of the other Co-Founder Annette Del Prete. The pieces start to fall in to place as you recognize it. Annette is one of the owners of Fillippo’s Restaurant in Lincoln Park. You probably have been going there for many years either before or after a movie. It’s a staple destination over on Clybourn St. It is kiddy corner from Webster Place Theater.

    You recognize the blonde, as you have seen her many times at Fillippo’s, waiting on you. Both businesses are a family thing. This new nutrition bar sprang into existence out of the same kitchen as your homemade pasta dinner. It stands to reason and it is no wonder why it would taste good. The restaurant has been around for over 20 years making your favorite Chicken Valdostana. The restaurant was in the neighborhood before it was a neighborhood. They make their own pasta in house and after a plate of it I asked Annette, “What’s the story?”

    A word about Annette… and full disclose here. We go way back. I was a waiter in the first restaurant she managed when she got out of college. Her name was Annette Simon. That’s how we first met. A few years later, I ran into her at Fillippo’s where she was engaged to Fillippo Del Prete. They have since got married and had two kids. Annette is very smart. She knows food and is fierce in business. She is also a serial entrepreneur. She has had four businesses including: the restaurant, a Mexican fast food shop, a wholesale bakery and now Jimmy Bars. Jimmy Simon is her brother and very much like her. He is also a serial entrepreneur. He has had six businesses including a very successful IT development company, an art gallery, a commercial realty business and two paper companies.  He chuckles at doing the same business twice but he said it was fun.

    He has lived on both coasts and a couple spots in between before coming back to Chicago to do take on this new venture. They both readily admit to their dad having a lot to do with their self-made state of mind. He was a commodities trader but also an entrepreneur.  He instilled in them the mindset to blaze their own paths. He said there is no pension plan option; one has to build it on-their-own in order to ensure their future. Jimmy (who is very active and very healthy) asked Annette to join him in a new business venture. This time, though,  it would be a retail food item that would leverage her expertise. Her epicurean results are what is currently being sold in over 30 states and Canada. Jimmy Bars are also beginning to ship to the UK and Australia.  It has been a very meteoric rise. They started selling bars just a year and a half ago.


    You can read the full article in the Fall Issue of Halfstack Magazine - To read click HERE

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