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Monster Energy’s Maggie Voisin Takes Silver in Women’s Ski Big Air and Max Parrot Takes Silver in Men’s Snowboard Big Air at X Games Norway 2020


Monster Energy’s Max Parrot and Darcy Sharpe Takes Silver and Bronze in Men’s Snowboard Big Air at X Games Norway 2020

Day one is officially in the books! Monster Energy congratulates its ski and snowboard athletes on a solid performance at X Games Norway 2020 today. In front of a stoked crowd at Hafjell Resort, Maggie Voisin from White Fish, Montana, claimed silver in the intense Women’s Ski Big Air final. Also taking podium spots, Monster Energy’s Max Parrot took silver in the Men’s Snowboard Big Air event, joined on the podium by Darcy Sharpe in bronze position.

Now in its fifth consecutive year in Norway, the biggest spectacle in action sports returned to Hafjell Resort about 120 miles north of the city of Oslo for snow sports competitions in a festival atmosphere this weekend. Rounding out an unforgettable first day, the event featured concerts by hot musical acts Arif, Musti, Chris Abolade, and Alan Walker.

Supported by Monster Energy as the official energy drink partner of X Games, the competition is showcasing the world’s biggest names in competitive freeski and snowboarding this weekend. Over the course of two action-packed days, X Games Norway 2020 is awarding 26 medals overall: gold, silver, and bronze in Slopestyle and Big Air competitions (Ski and Snowboard disciplines), as well as gold only for Ski Knuckle Huck and Snowboard Knuckle Huck.

Here’s how the action unfolded for team Monster Energy on day one of the invite-only competition in Scandinavia:

Women’s Ski Big Air: Monster Energy’s Maggie Voisin Claims First Silver Medal in Event

The highly competitive Women’s Ski Big Air final unfolded amid less than perfect conditions as riders had to deal with overcast skies and low visibility at Hafjell Resort. Nevertheless, seven of the world’s leading women freeskiers showcased the highest level of progression in the sport, with several riders in the final throwing down 1260s and cork rotations during a 30-minute jam session judged on overall impression.

When all was said and done, Monster Energy team rider Maggie Voisin walked away with her career-best finish in the Ski Big Air event. After struggling to get a good landing on her first run, the 21-year-old stomped a picture-perfect leftside double cork 1260 safety grab to take an early lead. Keeping the heavy tricks coming, Voisin followed up with a leftside Rodeo 900 Japan grab and switch leftside 720 nosegrab to maintain her lead.

But when the session moved into last attempts, Voisin found herself bumped into second place by Canada’s Meghan Oldham pulling out a 1260 aerial. After firing back with a rightside 900 tailgrab, Voisin ended her final performance with a strong silver medal finish, her personal best in Big Air competition to date.

Today’s silver medal brings Voisin’s X Games medal count to six total medals (1 gold, 2 silver, 3 bronze). The U.S. freeski prodigy made history at XG Norway 2017 as the first American woman to medal in Big Air. After undergoing knee surgery in April 2019, Voisin returned to competition in full strength by claiming Slopestyle bronze at XG Aspen 2020. Keep an eye on the Montana native as she will compete tomorrow as a bona fide podium threat in the Slopestyle event, which she won at X Games Aspen 2018.

Barely missing a Women’s Ski Big Air podium spot today, Monster Energy’s Giulia Tanno started her final on a strong note by sending a technical switch leftside 900 safety grab followed by a stylish leftside 1080 tailgrab. A picture-perfect leftside double cork 1080 safety grab put the 21-year-old from Lenzerheide, Switzerland into podium contention. But after putting it all on the line with a leftside double cork 1260 on her final attempt, Tanno suffered a heavy slam and had to settle for fourth place.

Monster Energy Men’s Snowboard Big Air: Max Parrot Claims Silver, Darcy Sharpe Takes Bronze

As the sun set over Hafjell Resort, the enthusiastic crowd witnessed an incredible aerial show in the Monster Energy Men’s Snowboard Big Air event. When the eight-rider final got underway in a 30-minute jam session judged on the best overall impression, all eyes were on the rivalry between Monster Energy’s Max Parrot and fellow Canadian Mark McMorris.

Both riders were chasing records today: McMorris had a chance to claim the most overall Winter X Games medals, while Parrot was looking for his third consecutive Big Air gold medal after claiming back-to-back gold at X Games Norway 2019 and XG Aspen 2020 in January. But right out the gate, Parrot was facing a difficult start after falling on 1620 aerial attempts during his first two runs.

Battling to get back into his flow, Parrot finally clinched the landing on a Cab triple cork 1620 mute that put him back into the run for podium spots. As the action intensified, the decorated Canadian snowboard icon sent a perfect backside triple cork 1620 over the massive gap. On his final run of the contest, Parrot landed a perfect frontside triple cork 1620 mute, but still had to settle for second place due to falling on earlier attempts in what commentators called one of the best Big Air finals ever seen.

On the strength of Saturday’s silver medal finish, Parrot still owns the most medals in the history of X Games Snowboard Big Air (6 gold, 4 silver). The 25-year-old from Bromont, Canada, made an emotional return to competition by winning Big Air gold at X Games Norway 2019 after a battle with Hodgkin Lymphoma cancer. He now commands an impressive overall X Games medal count at 12 medals (7 gold, 5 silver) and will be gunning for the podium in the Monster Energy Men’s Snowboard Slopestyle tomorrow.

Parrot was joined on the podium by Monster Energy teammate Darcy Sharpe from Comox, Canada. Fresh off his recent Slopestyle gold and Rail Jam silver at X Games Aspen 2020, the 23-year-old put his versatile aerial skills on full display: A backside 1260 mute, frontside double cork 1440, backside triple cork 1440 mute, and a highly technical switch backside double cork 1260 tailgrab earned Sharpe the bronze medal. The brother of brother of Monster Energy freeskier Cassie Sharpe now owns four X Games medals (1 gold, 2 silver, 1 bronze) and will be mining for more precious metal in tomorrow’s Slopestyle event.

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Make sure to tune in tomorrow when X Games Norway 2020 returns with Slopestyle competitions across Ski and Snowboard disciplines at Hafjell Resort. In case you missed the live stream from Norway today, you can catch up on the official X Games YouTube channel.

X Games fans in the United States can watch eight hours of live competition coverage from X Games Norway on March 7 and 8 on the ESPN App and X Games Facebook, X Games YouTube and X Games Twitter pages.

Additionally, two hours of event recap coverage will air on ABC as part of the World of X Games series on March 14 and 21. In addition to all of the content on ESPN’s U.S.-based media platforms, X Games Norway 2020 will be available globally on ESPN’s streaming services.

Visit http://www.monsterenergy.com for exclusive updates from X Games Norway 2020 including photos, videos, and contest results as they happen. Follow Monster Energy on YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter for exclusive behind-the-scenes looks in Oslo.

About Monster Energy

Based in Corona, California, Monster Energy is the leading marketer and distributor of energy drinks and alternative beverages. Refusing to acknowledge the traditional, Monster Energy supports the scene and sport. Whether motocross, off-road, NASCAR, MMA, BMX, surf, snowboard, ski, skateboard, or the rock and roll lifestyle, Monster Energy is a brand that believes in authenticity and the core of what its sports, athletes and musicians represent. More than a drink, it’s the way of life lived by athletes, sports, bands, believers and fans. See more about Monster Energy including all of its drinks at http://www.monsterenergy.com.



Dr. Ahmed Abdullah Offers Skin Care Tips Tied to Coronavirus; Lexli Founder Discusses the Potential Downside of Hand Sanitizer and Important Skin Care Precautions


Dr. Ahmed Abdullah is a board-certified plastic surgeon and the founder/lead formulator at Lexli Skin Care.

Dr. Ahmed Abdullah is a board-certified plastic surgeon and the founder/lead formulator at Lexli Skin Care.

“The frequent use of hand soaps and hand sanitizers is key to minimizing the spread of the coronavirus. The challenge is that the ingredients in these products that kill the virus are the same ones that wreak havoc on our skin.” – Dr. Ahmed Abdullah

As the number of confirmed cases of coronavirus begin to increase in the United States, it’s important to take every precaution against spread of the virus – including evaluating your skin care routine. That’s according to Dr. Ahmed Abdullah, a board-certified plastic surgeon and the founder and lead product formulator at Lexli International, the premier line of aloe vera skin care.

“Like all coronaviruses, this novel strain is spread through respiratory droplets. For that reason, good hygiene practices and limited proximity to others is key to minimizing the potential for catching it,” said Abdullah. “It’s vital that we avoid touching our faces, as the virus enters our system via our nose, eyes and mouth. This presents a unique challenge when applying makeup and skin care.”

According to Abdullah, the same good hygiene practices that always apply to our skin care routines become even more important now with the risk of a global pandemic. He advises the following precautions:

1. Always wash hands thoroughly with soap and water for at least 20 seconds before applying makeup or skin care products. Blot skin dry with a clean towel. He advises that towels be laundered after every use.

2. When using makeup or skin care products in a jar, always use a clean cosmetic spatula or cotton swab to scoop out product. Do not share products with others or use the public product testers found in beauty stores.

3. While facial cleansing is typically necessary just 1-2x per day. Dr. Abdullah suggests that adding a mid-day facial cleanse is an appropriate precaution in light of the coronavirus risk.

On the topic of hand washing and hand sanitizer use, Dr. Abdullah suggests this is, by far, the most important practice for minimizing the spread of coronavirus. “No part of our body touches the outside world more than our hands so it’s no surprise that they are teeming with bacteria and germs.” He explains that, “because coronavirus is surrounded by a lipid layer, it is easily dissolved by the use of soap and water or hand sanitizers that contain at least 60% alcohol. However, the ingredients that kill coronavirus are also the ingredients that dry out our skin and that leads to a host of additional problems.” In addition to being uncomfortable, dry skin can become cracked, which creates a risk for skin infections.

To maintain skin integrity, Dr. Abdullah advises that immediately after washing skin or using hand sanitizer, a moisturizing product is used, such as a hydrating moisturizer for the face and a rich lotion for hands. Damage from hand sanitizers can be minimized through the use of products that incorporate moisturizing ingredients. He advises looking for ingredients like propylene glycol, squalene and glycerin.

Given the current shortage of hand sanitizers, Dr. Abdullah suggests that consumers can simply and affordably make their own effective hand sanitizer by mixing two commonly found ingredients: one part aloe vera gel and two parts isopropyl alcohol.

While it’s easy to panic with coronavirus leading the headlines each day, Dr. Abdullah offers a different perspective. “For most individuals, the symptoms of this strain of coronavirus will be similar to any other flu. The biggest risk is to those with compromised health and immune symptoms. It’s important not to panic and to take practical steps to ensure protection.”

About Lexli:

Founded in 1996 by Dr. Ahmed Abdullah, a board-certified plastic surgeon and noted aloe researcher, Lexli is the premier line of aloe vera skin care products. The company offers a full-range of advanced solutions for daily skin maintenance, specific skin concerns and the signs of aging, including AloeGlyC®, the advanced facial glycolic acid exfoliator; Lightening Lift, a unique aloe vera face mask; and the Acne Kit, one of the most potent and comprehensive acne treatments available over-the-counter.

Lexli products are sold by licensed skin care professionals throughout the United States and in select countries worldwide, as well as online at the Lexli website.

For more information visit lexli.com, Facebook or Instagram.

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Aeroscena® Debuts Ascents® Tabs: Ascents®-Brand Clinical Aromatherapy Patches


Clinical Aromatherapy Patches

Ascents® Tab Clinical Aromatherapy Patches for Anxiety and Nausea Relief

Because Ascents Tabs are non-metallic, they are safe to use in MRI machines, while helping patients feel calmer and more relaxed before, during and after these types of scans. This reduces the number of incomplete and repeat scans due to issues with patient compliance.

Aeroscena® LLC has debuted its newest Ascents®-branded product, clinical aromatherapy patches. These essential oil patches — Ascents Tabs — are a safe, effective, and easy-to-use first-line nursing intervention for relief of nausea and anxiety in healthcare environments. While available to consumers, they were developed specifically for hospital use.

Ascents® Tab clinical aromatherapy patches are currently available in two formulations: Calm No. 34, and Nausea Relief No. 44. Both simply peel-and-stick, and are meant to adhere directly to the skin. A proprietary occlusive barrier prevents the essential oils in the patch from making direct skin contact; however, they may also be placed on disposable hospital gowns.

Once applied to skin or gowns, the aromatherapy patches immediately begin to diffuse therapeutic scent thereby decreasing symptoms including nausea (PONV, CINV, morning sickness) or anxiety, depending on the patch’s formula. The patches are designed to work for up to 8 hours while keeping the scent close enough to the patient that it is unobtrusive to others in the immediate vicinity.

Ascents Tabs: Benefits in Clinical Environments

Ascents Tabs are disposable and were designed for single-patient use. This prevents any potential contamination with viruses or bacteria from other users. Because some clinical environments still resort to the use of liquid essential oils, the transmission of viruses or bacteria is, unfortunately, possible. Ascents Tabs are a safe and sanitary way to provide symptomatic relief for patients without the risk of cross-contamination.

Ascents Tabs aromatherapy patches are also convenient. They do not need to be held, touched, or otherwise manipulated once applied. This means that even patients with mobility or dexterity challenges are able to use them without issue. And because patches cannot “spill” like a liquid oil, they pose no risk of chemical burn or becoming a slipping hazard.

Ascents Tabs: Use Cases

Ascents Tabs provide clinicians with a practical, non-pharmaceutical intervention option in hospitals and other clinical environments for the symptomatic relief of nausea and anxiety in affected patients. Ascents Tabs are especially useful in mitigating anxiety for those patients who have difficulty undergoing MRIs. “MRIs can feel quite understandably claustrophobic due to their design, and are often time-consuming, which makes anxiety a common patient reaction,” says Aeroscena’s founder and CEO, Mark Kohoot. “Because Ascents Tabs are non-metallic, they are safe to use in MRI machines, while helping patients feel calmer and more relaxed before, during and after these types of scans. This reduces the number of incomplete and repeat scans due to issues with patient compliance.”

Besides MRIs, Ascents Tabs can be used in post-surgical units to alleviate postoperative nausea and vomiting (PONV), in chemotherapy infusion centers to decrease nausea (CINV) and feelings of stress or anxiety, and in obstetrics and gynecology (OB/GYN) practices and labor and delivery units for maternal health challenges including morning sickness and labor pain/anxiety.

There is also an emerging trend that calls for the use of essential oil patches as an aid to patient caregivers on the front lines, including nurses, technicians, and medical assistants. Ascents Tabs are a convenient stress-reduction intervention that can help clinicians stay calm during shifts, as well as recover more quickly during breaks or after their workdays come to an end due to their unobtrusive, no-mess, easy-to-use form factor.

About Aeroscena®, LLC

Established in 2010, Aeroscena is the corporate research and development organization behind Ascents®-brand clinical aromatherapy. Aeroscena has designed the first scientifically-recognized platform for essential oil and aromatherapy R&D for their use as medical interventions (phytoceuticals; plant-based pharmaceuticals) and in CPG products (natural, functional fragrance).

Ascents’ evidence-based essential oil blends are the only aromatherapy formulas that are recommended by doctors, used by hospitals®.

Aeroscena is located in the Cleveland Clinic Global Cardiovascular Innovations Center in Cleveland, OH. For more information about Ascents, visit https://www.shopascents.com. For more information about Aeroscena®, visit https://www.aeroscena.com.

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Lymphedema Patient Finds Relief Through Surgical Treatment Option


PRMA Plastic Surgery microsurgeons performing lymphedema surgery.

PRMA Plastic Surgery microsurgeons performing lymphedema surgery.

I now no longer feel pulling or tightness in my arm and the swelling has definitely subsided.

PRMA Plastic Surgery continues to expand on their mission of rebuilding lives after breast cancer by offering patients today’s most advanced surgical treatment options for lymphedema.

For patients who have undergone breast cancer surgery and/or radiation treatment, upper extremity lymphedema is a possible complication that occurs in about 1 in every 5 breast cancer patients. Symptoms of lymphedema can be debilitating and can include:

  • Swelling in arms, hands, fingers, shoulders or chest
  • A feeling of heaviness or tightness
  • Restricted range of motion
  • Aching or pain
  • Decreased flexibility in the hand or wrist
  • Hardening and thickening of the skin on your arm

For many with lymphedema, therapy and compression garments are used to help manage the symptoms but may not be enough. Now, two surgical lymphedema treatment procedures are offered at PRMA providing patients hope for better quality of life—lymphatic-to-vascular anastomosis (“LVA” hook-up) and vascularized lymph node transfer. Both procedures have been shown to significantly improve or even eliminate the symptoms associate with lymphedema.

Diagnosed with lymphedema in August of 2018, Sonya became “very discourage” after being told by her lymphedema therapist that therapy was her only option to help reduce her symptoms. She began searching on the internet for a better solution when she came across a live video streaming on Facebook with Dr. Ramon Garza from PRMA. That is where she learned about her surgical treatment options.

“I had the LVA procedure,” shares Sonya. “The surgery was easy and painless. I now no longer feel pulling or tightness in my arm and the swelling has definitely subsided. The surgery has given me a new respect of how amazing the body is and how amazing Dr. Garza is at what he does. He has given me the ability to not have to wear a compression sleeve every day and not have to deal with the swelling.”

“Providing a sense of restored wholeness for my patients following a breast cancer diagnosis is the best part about my job,” shares PRMA plastic surgeon Dr. Ramon Garza. “At PRMA, we strive to always provide our patients the best care. Whether that be through breast reconstruction (including today’s advanced, natural implant-alternative options), restoring breast sensation following a mastectomy or through surgical treatment for lymphedema.”

For more information on the surgical treatment options for lymphedema, contact PRMA Plastic Surgery at 800.692.5565.

About PRMA

PRMA Plastic Surgery in San Antonio, Texas, specializes in state-of-the-art breast reconstruction. Procedures offered include the DIEP flap, SIEA flap, thigh flaps, buttock flap, sensory nerve reconstruction, fat grafting, nipple-sparing mastectomy and lymphedema surgery. PRMA is In-Network for most US insurance plans and routinely welcomes patients from across and outside the US.

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Binah.ai and BurnAlong Partner to Offer Video-Based Vital Signs Monitoring Capabilities Before and After Workouts and Wellbeing Classes


BurnAlong, the leading online fitness, wellness, and social motivation platform, partnered with Binah.ai, the leading provider of video-based health and wellness monitoring solutions, to launch the new feature Facial Metrics, a video-based vital signs monitoring tool. BurnAlong offers web and app-based fitness and wellbeing classes as a corporate wellness benefit, as well as to individuals and hospital patients. Using Binah.ai’s first-of-its-kind and groundbreaking technology, BurnAlong’s innovative app now allows users to measure their heart rate, blood oxygen levels and respiratory rate through the camera on their smartphone before and after exercising to help optimize workouts.

“We’re very pleased to partner with BurnAlong to bring our technology to their growing range of users,” said Sam Friedman, Vice President of Sales, North America. “Our technology adds vital health information to BurnAlong’s wellness platform in a way that is easy to use and reliable, bringing BurnAlong’s unique offerings to the next level.”

Through the BurnAlong app, Binah.ai’s technology is used to measure users’ vital signs with medical-grade accuracy: heart rate within 7 seconds, oxygen saturation within 10 seconds and respiration rate within 30 seconds. In addition to optimizing workouts, BurnAlong members can leverage Binah.ai’s technology by using these health measurements to help optimize their workout and monitor their resting heart rate, pulse and oxygen levels.

“BurnAlong’s focus is on reaching people where they are, and bringing them the classes, programming, social support, and data they need to achieve their health and wellbeing goals. Our members span all ages, levels, and backgrounds, and range from children to seniors, athletes to hospital patients,” said Daniel Freedman, co-founder and co-CEO of BurnAlong. “Alongside bringing them the online video classes and programs they need, and the social motivation to do it, we want to make sure they’ve also got the data to optimize what they’re doing. As only 20% of people in the United States have a wearable fitness tracker, this now enables all our members to measure their levels – and then act on it by choosing the right BurnAlong video classes and programming that best fit their needs.”

The medical-grade accuracy of Binah.ai’s measurements has been proven with medical equipment, consistently delivering accurate results. The technology compensates for movement, normalizes illumination, and works with any skin color, age and/or gender.

Binah.ai will be showcased during HIMSS Global Health Conference and Exhibition (March 9-13) in Orlando, Booth # 2547 (Israeli Export Institute Pavilion). BurnAlong will be showcased during the HIMSS conference.

To book an appointment with Binah.ai or BurnAlong at HIMSS, please visit the following links:

Binah.ai/Contact

Burnalong.com/HIMSS

About Binah.ai

Binah.ai’s award-winning technology delivers on the company’s vision and mission to allow for basic and universally accessible health and wellness services for everyone, anywhere. We are helping to define and shape the future of digital healthcare and wellness by providing a video-based, easy-to-use vital signs monitoring tool, delivered with medical-grade accuracy. Binah.ai’s proven app has countless use cases that span fields including telemedicine, remote patient monitoring, primary care, personal and corporate wellness, preventive medicine, virtual trials, nursing homes, insurance, in-car wellness and many more. Our technology is built by our unique team of mathematicians, physicists and biotechnology scientists and delivered directly to the doorstep of future-focused companies. These modern, innovative companies understand that the latest technologies and connected services are the roadmap to personalized, streamlined, and universally accessible health services that empower both organizations, as well as personal users.

Binah.ai was awarded the CES 2020 Innovation Award and recognized as a Cool Vendor in Gartner’s AI Core Technologies 2019 report. For more information on Binah.ai, please visit http://www.binah.ai.

About BurnAlong

BurnAlong is an online video health and wellness and social motivation platform. People can take classes from a growing network of 100s of instructors across 45 categories, from prenatal to seniors, from cardio and yoga to stress, adaptive workouts, and chronic conditions like arthritis and diabetes. People can take classes alone or live with others where they can see and hear each other for social motivation.

BurnAlong works with leading employers, insurers, and brokers who provide BurnAlong for their employees and patients. BurnAlong partners with a fast-growing network of 100s of local gyms, studios, and wellness professionals. For more information, visit http://www.burnalong.com.

Media Contacts:

Holly Dugan

holly.dugan@antennagroup.com

201-465-8019

BurnAlong

Press@BurnAlong.com

443-873-0930

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Midtown Dance studio RnnL launches the wonderful dance show “Jiang” coming in April


Do not be someone that everybody wants you to be

If someone tells you, you can not do something, what will you do about it? Maybe you do not have to say anything, just follow your heart and prove to everybody that you can! This is the spirit called “Jiang,” a Chinese word means being fearless and rejecting to be a coward. This year is the fourth year of establishment of RnnL Dance studio; the founder Lynn had already prove to the negative and discouraging voices around her when she that she can!

RnnL Dance Studio is now probably the best club that can demonstrate the fusion in eastern and western dance culture. They are also recognized by the community as The Chinese Broadway Dance Team and been invited to different shows. The reason why they can achieve such a reputation is not that how beautiful their dance move is, or RnnL is the only club you can experience and learn ten different dance forms mixed in eastern and western style. The real reason is the “Jiang” spirit.

RnnL found by Lynn and Rong, two highly educated young ladies who were working in the real estate and human resource industry. Four years ago, these two strangers met at a dance event, they have different personalities, different way of doing things, but the passion they have in common is dance. The passion drew them together; after months of dancing, they decided to create a community to connect people through dancing. Because they believe dance is not just a body movement; it is a way to find your value, a boost to your confidence, an outlet to express your motion, it is also your unique identity! https://www.rnnldance.com/

“Do not be someone that everybody wants you to be,” said the founder of RnnL, she added “everyone tells me to go get a nice degree and find a stable job, do not do anything risky, but after I got all of these. They are just… not me.” Lynn continued, “That is also the reason I want to start the club because I finally can be the one I want to be, the studio changes the way I see this world, it completes me.”

The performers in “Jiang” showcase are all RnnL studio members. It is the stage to express who they are. They are from different backgrounds, some from Fortune 500 enterprise, some are Ivy League students, some are people still looking for jobs, but they are all together on the stage. Just like Lynn’s original vision, people are connected because of dance. Get your ticket today and find the best of yourself https://www.eventbrite.com/e/i-dance-art-music-i-2020-rnnl-dance-showcase-tickets-94710330147

For more information, please visit: https://www.rnnldance.com/

About RNNL

We are RnnL Dance from NYC. Our mission is to create a Live/Young/Chase/Dream community where dance lovers get together and share the spirit of dancing. We offer dance classes, produce dance videos, and create our own performances to build a diverse and fun dance community in NYC. Our dance classes include JazzFunk, Hip Hop, Urban, Kpop, Cpop, Heels, Breaking and Contemporary and seasonal workshops are open to all levels. Whether you are new to the dance or an experienced dancer, RnnL Dance Studio is always home for dance lovers to show their passion, dedication, and creativity. We are RnnL Dance. We’re all IN LOVE WITH DANCE.

For more information, contact Lynn

Midtown West I 8th Ave & 35 St I 26 St & 7 Ave

rnnldance@gmail.com | Tel: 917-826-9055

WeChat: RnnL_Dance

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Drs. Bilof and Yurcisin of Garden State Bariatrics & Wellness Center Named 2020 NJ Top Docs


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Dr. Michael Bilof and Dr. Basil Yurcisin of Garden State Bariatrics & Wellness Center have been re-reviewed and approved by NJ Top Docs for the ninth consecutive year. Both doctors are highly educated, have years of experience and are recognized as two of the top bariatric surgeons in New Jersey.

Dr. Bilof and Dr. Yurcisin understand that their patients have chosen a complete lifestyle change which requires expertise, passion and the utmost compassion. They are both Fellows of the American College of Surgeons and the American Society of Metabolic & Bariatric Surgery.

Dr. Bilof began his career practicing vascular surgery. It was in this field that he continuously saw chronically ill patients suffering from type two diabetes and other associated medical problems common to bariatric patients, including high blood pressure and heart disease. As a vascular surgeon, Dr. Bilof was frustrated by only being able to treat the symptoms, not the source of the problem. Once he discovered that bariatric surgery could potentially reverse diabetes, Dr. Bilof knew he found his true calling – bariatric medicine.

Dr. Yurcisin’ s fellowship in bariatric surgery was completed at Duke University Medical Center which is one of the top programs in the country for minimally invasive and bariatric surgery. Dr. Yurcisin has performed several hundred surgeries to date and is relentless when it comes to ensuring that his patients get top-of-the-line care.

To learn more about these NJ Top Docs, please click here: https://njtopdocs.com/nj-doctors/gsbwc

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NJ Top Docs is a division of USA Top Docs which allows patients to meet providers online before making their appointment.

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NutraPak USA Announces Major Expansion into Sports Nutrition Packaging


Sports nutrition packaging

Sports nutrition packaging

As growth in the sports nutrition segment outpaces traditional vitamins and minerals, NutraPak USA has invested in new, state-of-the-art production lines for large jars, packers and canisters to meet the needs of this image-conscious market.

NutraPak USA, a leading U.S. packager of nutritional supplements, has announced today a major investment into the sports nutrition category. According to Brandon Miller, President of NutraPak USA, “as growth in the sports nutrition segment outpaces traditional vitamins and minerals, NutraPak USA has invested in new, state-of-the-art production lines for large jars, packers and canisters to meet the needs of this image-conscious market.” They also carry a full line of private label sports nutrition supplements including whey protein, pre-workout powders, and recovery health vitamins.

The company now offers the most complete line of large indented PET packers in the industry, including sizes from 1500cc (48oz) to 6250cc (1.6 gallons) with several gram weight options and consumer-friendly powder scoop designs for ease of use and reduced mess. NutraPak USA also has the industry’s lowest minimum order quantities, including for custom colors, shapes and sizes. Innovative packaging with custom-design labeling reflects an awareness that sports nutrition products are examples of “on show” products left on display by consumers.

NutraPak USA sources its ingredients from around the world emphasizing high product quality and consistency, produced in accordance with HACCP, GMP, USDA Organic and ISO 9001 certifications. The company provides quality private-label packaging for softgels, gelcaps, caplets, tablets and capsules in plastic bottles, blister packs or pouches, and liquids in glass or plastic bottles or tinctures, utilizing a wide variety of caps, pumps, droppers, and seals. They’re known for their high level of customer care and extremely competitive pricing for private label retailers and contract manufacturers in the United States and overseas.

NutraPak USA is strongly committed to providing its customers with green, eco-friendly, sustainable packaging. Their fully-green option gives clients a strong marketing advantage with environmentally-conscious consumers.

The company offers a comprehensive program of services, turnkey solutions, and client support that exceeds industry standards. Their product development team can provide customized, proprietary formulations designed specifically to meet the needs of their customers and their customers’ methods of distribution. NutraPak USA’s vertically integrated manufacturing and packaging process allows them to schedule flexible production runs to respond quickly to shifting market conditions and new consumer demand.

In addition to servicing the largest brand marketers and retail chains, NutraPak USA has a strong commitment to assisting startups with small runs, full package design services, and one-stop shopping to quickly and competitively launch new products. They are also the go-to provider for the burgeoning pet supplement market.

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Isagenix Names Canada IsaBody Challenge Grand Prize Winner, Awards CA$10,000


Canada IsaBody Challenge Grand Prize Winner Dave te Sligte

I am just overwhelmed by everything that Isagenix has done for my life. The physical change has been massive, but what this health and wellness journey has done for my family and my kids is just amazing. – Dave te Sligte, Canada IsaBody Challenge Grand Prize Winner

Isagenix International, a global health and wellness company providing nutrition and lifestyle solutions, recently announced the grand prize winner for its annual total-body transformation program. The winner of the IsaBody Challenge® was honored at the company’s Canada Celebration 2020 event in Montreal, Quebec, on Saturday. The IsaBody Challenge and Canada Celebration are both hosted by Isagenix.

Canada IsaBody® Grand Prize Winner Dave te Sligte was honored onstage in front of thousands of Isagenix independent distributors and presented with a check for CA$10,000.

Te Sligte was one of 12 IsaBody Finalists chosen from thousands of Canada-based participants during the 2020 Challenge. A panel of judges selected his inspirational weight loss transformation story as its top choice. Te Sligte lost 168 pounds during the eight Challenges he completed.*

“I am just overwhelmed by everything that Isagenix has done for my life,” said an emotional te Sligte onstage after he was announced as the winner. “The physical change has been massive, but what this health and wellness journey has done for my family and my kids is just amazing. I am faster and stronger and have more energy than I ever imagined. I can’t thank Isagenix enough.”

To make the IsaBody Challenge an even more robust experience, Isagenix recently announced several enhancements, including a new IsaBody Fitness program that consists of four workouts each week. Challenge participants can access the free program via the IsaLife™ mobile app, where a new set of workouts with instructional videos is uploaded monthly. There is a different theme each month, with March’s workouts focusing on “the new you” through weight loss and lean muscle gain — and the health benefits of both.

“Isagenix is proud to provide high-quality nutrition, tools, and resources that set our IsaBody participants up for success in their health and wellness journeys,” said Travis Ogden, the company’s chief executive officer. “Dave is the latest example of the impressive results our customers can achieve through the Challenge. We congratulate him and thank him for setting a terrific example for others to follow.”

To learn more about te Sligte, visit the Isagenix blog post announcing his selection as an IsaBody Finalist last year. To learn more about Isagenix, visit the Newsroom, like the company on Facebook, and follow it on Twitter and Instagram.

*Weight loss, muscle gain, lifestyle, and other results depicted here reflect exceptional individual experiences of Isagenix customers and should not be construed as typical or average. Results vary with individual effort, body composition, eating patterns, time, exercise, and other factors, such as genetic and physiological makeup. A two-phase 2016 study published by researchers at Skidmore College showed an average weight loss of 24 pounds after 12 weeks. The study evaluated the use of Isagenix products in men and women for weight loss followed by weight maintenance. During the weight maintenance phase, the subjects who continued the calorie-controlled program using Isagenix products better maintained their weight loss in comparison to those who transitioned to a traditional diet after 52 weeks.

About the IsaBody Challenge

The IsaBody Challenge is a 16-week contest that rewards participants for their total-body and life transformations. Participants are judged on their before and progress photos as well as their personal essays describing their journeys. The contest looks for the most inspirational and motivational stories about how participants have made healthy body and life transformations. The IsaBody Challenge is open to all Isagenix customers and members over the age of 18 in the United States, Canada, Puerto Rico, Hong Kong, Australia, New Zealand, Taiwan, Mexico, the United Kingdom, Ireland, the Netherlands, Belgium, Spain, and South Korea. For more information, visit the IsaBody Challenge.

About Isagenix International

Established in 2002, Isagenix provides systems for weight loss, performance, vitality and well-being, personal care and beauty, and financial wellness. With more than 400,000 customers worldwide and more than 100 products, packs, and systems globally, the company is committed to supporting healthy change in its customers’ and independent distributors’ lives. Isagenix shares its products and solutions through a network of independent distributors in 14 markets: the United States, Canada, Puerto Rico, Hong Kong, Australia, New Zealand, Taiwan, Mexico, the United Kingdom, Ireland, the Netherlands, Belgium, Spain, and South Korea. Isagenix is a privately owned company with headquarters in Gilbert, Arizona. For more information, visit Isagenix.com.

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Crunch Fitness announces partnership with Magnolia Farms as a Good Friend of Magnolia Sponsor of the Silo District Marathon


Crunch Fitness has announced their partnership as a Good Friend of Magnolia Farms Sponsor of the Silo District Marathon Weekend. Crunch will partner in bringing the Silo District Marathon Weekend to the Waco, Texas community with 100% of all race profits directed to the Brave Like Gabe Foundation in support of rare cancer research. Benefits will be directed to cancer patients treated at the Baylor Scott & White McClinton Cancer Center.

As the fastest growing brand in the industry, Crunch Fitness is state-of-the-art fitness facility committed to enriching the lives of others through the power of well-being.

“We’re honored to be selected as an official Good Friend partner for the Silo District Marathon.” says Tony Hartl, CEO of the Crunch Fitness Austin Group. “Magnolia Farms manifesto is aligned with our values here at Crunch being “We believe in human kindness, knowing we are made better when we all work together.”

Crunch Fitness Members from all over the nation will enjoy a special discount for the Silo District Races including the 5k, Half Marathon & Full Marathon. Crunch Fitness will also give 4 people the opportunity to win a Magnolia Farms Experience with free entry into the race of their choice, one-night hotel stay, $100 Nike Gift Card & other surprises. Visit the Crunch Waco Facebook page for more information on contest entries. No membership or purchase is required to win.

Crunch Fitness will be onsite at the events leading up to and at the Silo District Marathon Weekend including the Health + Fitness Expo, Water Stations, FanZone & you can even spot Crunch Employees leading the way as Team Captains!

Crunch is a gym that believes in making serious exercise fun by fusing fitness and entertainment and pioneering a philosophy of ‘No Judgments.’ Crunch serves a fitness community for all types of people, with all types of goals, exercising all different ways; working it out at the same place together. Crunch is renowned for creating one-of-a-kind group fitness classes and unique programming for our wildly diverse members. Headquartered in New York City, Crunch serves over 1,200,000 members with over 300 gyms worldwide in 25 states, Puerto Rico and 4 countries. Crunch Fitness Austin is rapidly expanding with 35 location rights across Texas and Oklahoma.

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