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Check out my recent radio inteview
Check out my recent interview withLiz Kopyscinski on the radio show Women Entrepreneurs. Liz invited me to talk about Jazzercise and my experience in building the business.
http://www.belraycommunity.com/radio/belray-radio.html
Jazzerise Video
Check out the video of Jazzercise on the CBS Early Show.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YVpFXMC7qeo
Operation Soccer Ball
Check out how we are helping to rebuild hope in Iraq. operationsoccerball.org
“The Early Show” on CBS
June 13th
Judi Sheppard Missett, Shanna Missett Nelson, and several Jazzercise instructors appear live in New York with CBS “Early Show” anchor Julie Chen. The show will air nationally all over the United States!
Watch a class in action
Cut and paste this link into your browser to see a class in action!
http://www.jazzercise.com/videoclips/jazzercise_class_video.mov
Get Lean, Win Green
Check out our version of the "Biggest Loser" . Details available at our registration desk.
Jazzercise Across the Globe
Did you know people Jazzercise worldwide in more than 32 countries? Kenny Harvey, Jazzercise Vice President of International Sales, recently spent two action-packed weeks in Italy meeting with instructors and teaching Special Lessons in Vicenza, Cesano Maderno, Milan, Padova, Ravenna, and Ferrara. Jazzercise Italy has grown 18.25 percent over the past year. The team work, pride, and spirit of Jazzercise in thriving in Italy! Next time you're traveling be sure to visit one of our international locations.
Stamford/Norwalk Classes Win Corporate Award!
Jazzercise, the world’s leading dance-fitness program, recently honored local instructor Kristen Hallett Rzasa with the prestigious President’s Club Award –Platinum status. At Platinum status, Rzasa, a Norwalk resident, is one of the top money earners in the Jazzercise franchise operation and is in the top 100 franchises worldwide.
Rzasa’s sales contributed to Jazzercise, Inc.’s record $85 million in systemwide sales in 2006-07.
Rzasa one of 11 Platinum earners in the Northeast district, has been an instructor in the Stamford area for 18 years. She traveled to Providence, RI to receive the award with her some of her associates.
Dress 10 Pounds Slimmer
Does this make me look fat? It’s the age-old question. It’s been the punch line for comedians, the lead-in for weight-loss commercials, and the impetus for arguments across America. But, all joking aside, it really is a question that women want answered when they try on a summer dress, buy a new pair of jeans, or select the perfect outfit for a night on the town.
And the answer is … some clothes do make us look fat! The style, color, and combination of clothing can make a sizeable difference in creating a heavier look or helping us appear up to 10 pounds slimmer.
As founder and CEO of Jazzercise, Inc., Judi Sheppard Missett has stayed on the forefront of fashion for almost 40 years. She recognizes that the sculpted muscles produced by her dance-fitness program are best shown-off with certain styles of attire. She offers these wardrobe suggestions for creating a slimmer look.
Go monochromatic. This trick, used by fashion editors and stylists, simply means that you wear only one color for your entire ensemble. It creates an illusion of length. For example, if you wear a navy blue outfit, but don a white belt, then you’ve created a break in the smooth, long line. Instead, wear the same color, or shades of the same color on top and bottom, with no breaks in the middle. If you want to add variety, then get creative with a funky handbag or shoes.
Practice the basics. If you must mix colors, then it’s always best to go lighter on top and darker on the bottom. Flow from head to toe, getting darker along the way. Wear tailored pants without pockets. For skirts and dresses, the A-line shape is always a great option for hiding trouble spots.
Select the right fabric. Avoid anything that can potentially bunch up and clingy fabrics that magnify your bulges. Instead, choose fluid fabrics like silk, linen, cotton, lightweight flannel, or flat knits. Be careful with any print fabrics, as they can actually make you look larger. Any type of vertical stripe is slimming, but horizontal stripes are a big no-no.
Know your body. The best way to slim-down your look is to know your body type, then dress accordingly. If you are heavier on top, then choose long jackets without shoulder pads or pleated skirts that draw the eye lower. Meanwhile, if you carry your weight in your lower half, then wear dark pants and use prints only on top.
Get the right undergarments. Your undergarments make a difference in showcasing or hiding bulge. Make sure you are wearing the right size. Ask for a complimentary bra fitting at a department or lingerie store. Try a “no-show” underwear design, which lays flat against your skin.
Accessorize. Wear accessories on the body parts to which you want to draw attention. If you just got a French manicure, then wear a ring or bracelet. If you’re having a good hair day, then draw attention upward with stylish earrings.
Accentuate the positive. Instead of thinking about hiding all of your flaws, showcase your favorite feature. Think about creating a look that draws the eye towards the unique, beautiful features that set you apart from everyone else. Then, stand tall, walk confidently, hold your head up high, and let your inner beauty shine.
Rev Up Your Workout with Music
Rev Up Your Workout with Music
Source: NY Times
Research has shown that listening to music during a workout has positive benefits. It not only motivates people so they exercise for longer periods and more vigorously, but also distracts from such things as fatigue. One of the key elements that make music motivating is the song’s tempo, 120 to 140 beats-per-minute. This corresponds roughly to a person’s heart rate during an average workout and is the range of most commercial dance music and rock. The best workout songs have both a high B.P.M. count and a rhythm to which you can coordinate and match your movements.
