Roslyn Bazzelle brings you a very unique and exciting Prenatal PIYOLET workshop at The Motherhood Center this summer. Join us for a workout that is designed as a low-impact fitness regimen that strengthens and stretches those muscles needed during pregnancy and labor. You will also gain tools to lessen any pain and discomfort caused by pregnancy.

Spots are limited, so visit The Motherhood Center or call (713) 963-8880 to register. Cost is $20.00 per date.

Join us on May 15th, June 12th, and July 10th from 6pm to 7pm.

1. Sleep – Sleep has restorative properties for the brain and body. Sleeping well energizes you and is one of the most important parts of your day.   The average adult needs at least seven to eight hours of sleep per day.
2. Drink – Hydrate your body with water. Avoid sugary and caffeine heavy drinks which may give you an immediate boost or “high” followed by a “low” of fatigue, irritability, headache or confusion. A lack of water can lead to dehydration which drains your energy and makes you tired. To determine how many ounces of water you should drink per day, multiply your weight by 0.6666.
3. Eat – Eating the right foods can put a little pep in your step. Kick the sweets craving and opt for foods that are high in protein, fiber and healthy carbs. Foods such as blueberries, edamame, yogurt and popcorn are great mid-day snacks to get you through the day.
4. Exercise – Getting at least 20 minutes of exercise per day, gives your body and brain an amazing boost. The endorphins released during exercise can brighten your mood, increase your energy and sharpen your focus. All of which, also helps you sleep better at night.
5. Stress-less – Stress is one of the quickest energy zappers. Simple lifestyle choices can decrease your stress to manageable levels. Taking time for yourself and reducing the tension in your day will give you that extra push in the right direction. Listening to music, exercise or spending time with family or friends are just a few ways to relax and recharge.

TRADEMARKS 101
Entrepreneurs, business owners, managers, and marketing teams – this one is for you! Roslyn Bazzelle and Weycer, Kaplan, Pulaski and Zuber Attorneys bring you an hour long presentation on the basics of trademarks and service marks. Learn some tools and tips to make your business grow as you learn to mark and brand effectively.
Wednesday, May 2, 2012
12:00pm – 1:00pm
11 Greenway Plaza, Suite 1400
Houston, TX 77046

IF THE SHOE FITS
The Women of Wardrobe (WOW), an organization of female business professionals that supports and encourages women in the workforce, presents If The Shoe Fits. Join WOW on May 4, 2012 at BlackFinn American Grille and bring a pair of professional gently worn shoes to be donated to Dress for Success Houston. Not only will you make a charitable donation, but you will also be entered into a raffle to win fabulous prizes.
Friday, May 4, 2012
6:00pm – 9:00pm
1910 Bagby Street
Houston, TX 77002 

READ IT! – The Wright Choice -Your Family Prescription for Healthy Eating, Modern Fitness, & Saving Money By Randy Wright, MD and David Tabatsky - This healthy read provides great tidbits, the doc’s prescription for wellness and includes 50 quick and easy recipes from well known Houston chef Mark Holley (Pesce Restaurant).  Click Here for More.

WEAR IT! – Vibram Five Fingers Shoes-  The Five Fingers are great for PIYOLET, pilates or yoga classes.  They form to the natural shape of your foot with optimal flexibility and provide great traction, so, no mat … no worries!  Click Here for More.

BUY IT! –Manduka Mat- The Manduka Black Mat® PRO has been an awesome addition to my PIYOLET practice. The quality and comfort of this mat are perfect – did I also forget to mention it comes with a LIFETIME GUARANTEE!  To purchase online, visit the PIYOLET products page and click on Manduka in the Shop By Store section.

TRY IT!– Ruggles Green- There’s nothing like eating food that tastes amazing and is actually good for you!! Ruggles green has become one of my regular spots for healthy eats offering gluten free, dairy free & vegetarian options and also happens to be Houston’s first certified green restaurant. Click Here for More.

VISIT IT! – The Fairmont Sonoma Mission Inn & Spa - Sonoma, CA – This beautiful hotel and spa offers great fitness classes, spa treatments, tasty food matched with what else?? Wine! I had a relaxing (baby free) vacay this past summer at this locale and it couldn’t have been better! Click Here for More.

For the most part, many of the holiday parties and events we attend are outside of our home. Your fridge and kitchen will be filled with the foods that you love. That being said, what are the odds that ALL of the items at any specific event (outside your home) would be your favorites? Maybe, some…….. but definitely not all. Therefore, you don’t have to eat everything that is offered to you, especially if you don’t like it. You can choose to sample small portions of a variety of the available food/drink items without offending the host or consuming your total allotment of calories for the day at one time. Remember, save room for the high calorie and fat items that really mean something to you, that way – it’s worth it!

Keep exercise and activity a part of your daily schedule. If you can’t get to a gym over the holiday, always keep a pair of sneakers handy. It’s as simple as taking a walk after your thanksgiving dinner with family or friends, which will allow you to sleep sounder and keep your body active. Last, but not least, Thanksgiving day is 1 day out of 365! If you’re unable to maintain a strict diet for that 1 day – you have 365 more days to make up for it!!! Enjoy yourself and this time with your family and friends, as long as you jump back onto the healthy train the next day, I think you will be alright!

Jennifer Doctorovich – Jennifer graduated from The California Institute of the Arts with a BFA in Acting.  Upon moving to NYC to pursue her theater career, she embarked on a completely different path.  She became a master Urban Rebounding teacher (Equinox and Crunch) under Jeff Berns’ team. While there, Jennifer taught Bosu, Core training, and Reebok Coreboard classes.  When she moved back to Houston, Jennifer continued teaching (Fi tAthletic, The Met, Center Club, Plus One) adding spinning and fusion Pilates to her list of fitness skills.  That’s when Jennifer started to take an interest in holistic health and wellness.

In 2008, Jennifer became certified as a nutritional therapist from the Nutritional Therapy Association in Olympia, WA.  Her emphasis is on wellness, behavioral modification, and stress.  This focus lies primarily on digestion, blood sugar handling, adrenal fatigue, nutrition for athletic performance, mental health and nutrition, balancing hormones naturally and even skin care.   As a writer, she has been featured in American Fitness Magazine, Total Body Magazine, and Livestrong.  She was also the beauty editor for www.fittobetiedonline.com.

Gabriela Donatti  - “I have been active my entire life, starting with ballet and other forms of dance and gymnastics. I was a competitive gymnast all the way until high school and that was also when I started Capoeira, which I continued to practice for almost 6 years. After graduating I found the newly opened Yoga Studio, and not having access to gym classes, I began going there and discovered a whole new depth to yoga. Since 2008, my practice has transitioned from being one more form exercise to a way of life for me. I finished my 200 hour certification in March 2011. While I still love including all types of fitness in my life, I find that yoga is what brings all of my background full circle. It is something that keeps me emotionally healthy as well as physically fit. I like exploring different kinds of yoga, but my practice is vinyasa based. I like teaching faster flow classes, because I think it lets the dancer in me shine through the most and I love to challenge students. I have found it so rewarding to help others in their yoga practice, sharing my passion for health and movement. I encourage my students to flow freely, have fun, and most importantly, take the peace and balance I hope to give them in my class and carry it out with them into their daily lives.”

Amy Marek – I am a graduate of Texas A&M University with a BS in Exercise Physiology.  I have always been interested in health and fitness.  Growing up I was a competitive gymnast, enjoyed playing volleyball and basketball, and was a cheerleader through highschool.  I love running, hiking, horseback riding, playing with my dog and any activity that gets my body moving!  In college I experienced a back injury and it was through this incident that I found pilates and eventually yoga.  I am new to this area of fitness but am learning that the mind body connection is key to physical and mental health…especially for injury prevention!  Through my current job at Memorial Hermann Memorial City Cardiac Wellness Center, I have expanded my knowledge of exercise to work with high risk individuals in their exercise program after major and/or minor cardiac events.  I also do personal training and taught FIT group exercise classes throughout my time at Texas A&M.

Michele Stamos – At a very young age I was unknowingly committed to a life of physical fitness. I have always been fascinated with the human body—its anatomy, its kinesiology, and its movement patterns. I moved to Houston in 1998 was able to begin my practice in the two disciplines by taking classes from others. In 2001, I began working towards my certifications in yoga. My first education with yoga came from Robert Boustany in Hatha yoga in 2008. After years of teaching and finding my own method and style I sought further education with John Friend (Anusara yoga) and as of late, Baron Baptiste (power Vinyasa yoga). I continue to grow in my own personal development every day, and love seeing what the two disciplines (Yoga and Pilates) bring to my students. I opened the studio (Happy Belly Studios) in February of 2011 to bring my love of both physical movement principles to everyone, young and old. I continue to be inspired every day, and am empowered by the students who come to my studio as I see positive and powerful changes in each of them.

Katie Thompson – Katie found her passion for fitness and dance at a very young age. From ballet classes at age 3 to professional dance teams after college, she has always incorporated both into her everyday life. Katie has devoted the past 8 years to practicing yoga and Pilates.

Shannon Wairegi – Shannon is fascinated by the mind-body connection.  She studied BioEngineering at Rice University before moving to NYC to model and study Dance, TaiChi, Pilates, and Yoga. She combines her experiences and knowledge to teach clients how to change their bodies and also their lives. Shannon moved back to Houston after a horseback riding accident to undergo surgery which has given her new levels of appreciation for different body conditions.  Shannon has competed in several marathons and triathlons.  She works enthusiastically toward her client goals within realistic time frames.  She takes her skill of movement knowledge to do more than exercise the body, she has a talent of sculpting her clients bodies to their heart’s content, always using proper body mechanics and improving/maintaining alignment.  Shannon truely takes her clients on a joyful fitness retreat.