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Milk Hosting EVERY WOMAN’S MARATHON – The Only U.S. Marathon Designed for Women, by Women

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6 months ago

March 18, 2024

SAVANNAH, Ga. /PRNewswire/ — Acknowledging the historically intimidating and male-centric nature of marathons, Milk, the original performance beverage, proudly announces Every Woman’s Marathon, the only U.S. marathon designed by and for women. Scheduled for November 16, 2024, in Savannah, Georgia, this monumental event marks a new chapter in Milk’s commitment to supporting women – creating not only a race, but a movement.

Amanda Gorman’s Inspirational Mantra to Announce Milk’s Every Woman’s Marathon. Join Team Milk in Savannah, Georgia on November 16, 2024, for the only US Marathon for Women by Women. Milk’s unique nutrient package offers high-quality protein, hydration, and electrolytes, providing critical nutrition for runners’ fuel and recovery.

Most women runners feel endurance races cater to men, and nearly 90% want a more inclusive race experience that celebrates all athletic abilities, ages, and body types¹. As a solution to this gap in marathon racing, Milk designed the Every Woman’s Marathon to be inclusive, beginner-friendly, and attuned to the unique needs of women at every stage of their marathon journey.

Every Woman’s Marathon is not just about crossing the finish line; it’s about celebrating female strength and empowering every woman’s journey through the transformative power of community. Understanding that every woman has their own reason for running, Milk tapped acclaimed poet Amanda Gorman to create an inspirational mantra designed as a call to action for all women to join the movement. Narrated and penned by Gorman, the mantra highlights women of all sizes, backgrounds, races, and abilities, and why they run.

To help conceptualize Every Woman’s Marathon, Milk enlisted an advisory board comprised of five accomplished female runners, first female marathon finisher Kathrine Switzer, para-triathlon champion Danielle McLaughlin, Olympic Medalist Deena Kastor, trailblazer Alison Mariella Désir and Two-time Olympian and 2018 Boston Marathon Champion Des Linden, who collaborated to create an inclusive experience for women from registration to the finish line. Transcending the traditional race format, this marathon promises participants a comprehensive wellness weekend in the picturesque city of Savannah. The two-day event will include enriching activities such as cooking and yoga classes, live performances, and insightful panels. With thoughtful programming that prioritizes women and families, the event will also feature designated areas for nursing, pumping, play zones, and more, ensuring a welcoming and inclusive experience for all participants.

Beyond providing specialized training advice and nutrition plans tailored for women, backed by the expertise of the advisory board, Milk is further demonstrating its commitment to social impact by donating up to $1 million to charity organizations in support of women and girls across the US. Milk is proud to announce a donation of $100,000 to each of the five Every Woman’s Marathon charity partners, 261 Fearless, Black Girls RUN!, Girls on the Run, Girl Scouts of Historic Georgia, and St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital®. Milk is also helping runners amplify the impact by matching Every Woman’s Marathon registration costs in donations to the charity partners, up to $100,000 each.

“Milk has a centuries-old legacy of fueling performance and aiding recovery and can help runners go the distance with its unique nutritional package,” says MilkPEP CEO Yin Woon Rani. “We proudly recognize and champion the unique needs of women, and this marathon, crafted for and by women, will redefine the traditional marathon experience. Together, let’s make Every Woman’s Marathon not just a race but a celebration of women’s empowerment, resilience, and the unstoppable spirit of every woman.”

“Words and representation have the power to inspire change and unite,” says poet Amanda Gorman. “I am proud to partner with Milk on this mantra that speaks to the strength and resilience of women, and I encourage all women to take on this 26.2-mile challenge together.”

In addition to providing women with support, inspiration, and community, Milk also provides the essential nutrition runners seek. Milk’s unique nutrient package offers high-quality protein, hydration, and electrolytes, providing critical nutrition for runners’ fuel and recovery.

Starting January 23, 2024, women of all backgrounds and abilities can sign up for Every Woman’s Marathon to join the most inspiring female tribute of the year at EveryWomansMarathon.com. Signing up costs $65, with current Team Milk members enjoying an even further reduced price. Learn more at EveryWomansMarathon.com or @EveryWomansMarathon across social media.

About the Milk Processor Education Program

The Milk Processor Education Program (MilkPEP), Washington, D.C., is funded by the nation’s milk companies and is dedicated to educating consumers and increasing the consumption of fluid milk. For more information, visit MilkPEP.org.

¹Interviews of 1205 runners (880 female, 325 male) in September 2023 on behalf of MilkPEP.

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Reap the Rewards of Shared Family Meals

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2 weeks ago

September 2, 2024

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Family Meals

(Family Features) Addressing the epidemic of loneliness can be as easy as sharing one more meal with family members each week. This National Family Meals Month, commit yourself to reaping the benefits of shared meals according to the Family Meals Movement, which include enhanced mental and physical health through social connection and good nutrition. Find more information at familymealsmovement.org.

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Our Lifestyle section on STM Daily News is a hub of inspiration and practical information, offering a range of articles that touch on various aspects of daily life. From tips on family finances to guides for maintaining health and wellness, we strive to empower our readers with knowledge and resources to enhance their lifestyles. Whether you’re seeking outdoor activity ideas, fashion trends, or travel recommendations, our lifestyle section has got you covered. Visit us today at https://stmdailynews.com/category/lifestyle/ and embark on a journey of discovery and self-improvement.

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Whole Foods Market Co-founder, John Mackey, Opens Flagship Holistic Health + Wellness Club in Los Angeles

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3 weeks ago

August 27, 2024

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AUSTIN, Texas. /PRNewswire/ — Love.Life, an integrated health and wellness company, announces the opening of its flagship holistic health and wellness club in Los Angeles at 740 S. Pacific Coast Highway in Plaza El Segundo. Co-created by Whole Foods Market visionary John Mackey, Love.Life offers a new approach to healthcare that empowers individuals to take ownership of their health potential and live longer, better and more vibrant lives.

The New Future of Health | Love.Life Holistic Health + Wellness Club

Health and Wellness

Bridging the gaps in today’s fragmented healthcare system, Love.Life unites the power of functional medical care, nourishing food, cutting-edge fitness and precision wellness therapies under one roof to promote healing, optimization and community. At the new 45,000 square-foot wellness destination, Love.Life offers the testing, treatments and tracking to transform every dimension of an individual’s health. With expert practitioners spanning 20+ disciplines onsite, the offerings reflect the “best of” Eastern and Western modalities and emerging science. Love.Life offers three annual membership options and operates an onsite restaurant that is open to the public.

“With Love.Life, we think the new future of health is about highly personalized care that is focused on the mind, body and spirit. We want to transform the way people experience healthcare and provide an alternative to a fragmented system that is primarily focused on managing symptoms instead of improving health,” said John Mackey, CEO and co-creator, Love.Life. “Our goal is for people to look forward to seeing their doctor and to be active, informed participants in their personal health journey. Our members feel empowered because we’re providing the clarity, care team, and onsite resources they need to achieve health transformations and feel amazing.”

Love.Life’s annual medical membership, Optimize, is the new future of health. It reimagines the primary care experience and features five 1:1 physician meetings, individualized health coaching, access to experts in 20+ disciplines, a body composition assessment and bone mineral density test, repeated advanced bloodwork measuring 120+ biomarkers and access to Love.Life’s fitness and recovery services. Additional specialized testing tailored to support longevity, high performance and healing of chronic health conditions will be prescribed based on the individual’s goals and care program track. This can include VO2 max, continuous glucose monitoring, microbiome, musculoskeletal assessment and genetic testing.

A Fitness + Recovery membership is also available, which includes access to a state-of-the-art fitness facility, hot and cold recovery therapies, separate yoga and Pilates studios, a meditation area and three pickleball courts. For those seeking elite white-glove care, the Love.Life Concierge membership offers unlimited physician visits, full access to the company’s expansive range of 25+ precision tests, priority access to pickleball and the range of offerings available through fitness and recovery.

Members will also have access to Love.Life’s wellness offerings with evidence-based treatments to boost energy, improve sleep and calm the sympathetic nervous system. Offerings include hyperbaric oxygen therapy, IV treatments, cryotherapy, red light therapy and more.

“The beauty of Love.Life is we have taken the very best of medicine, nutrition, and wellness and created a truly holistic experience centered around the individual,” said Dr. Anna Emanuel, lead integrative physician, Love.Life. “And it’s all in one place. All of the doctors, wellness practitioners, and even fitness and nutrition teams work together to support the member in reaching their personal goals.”

Love.Life’s groundbreaking assessments are the most comprehensive in the market and the team dives deep with members to evaluate and optimize five core markers:

Physical Health
Cellular Health
Gut + Nutrient Health
Genetic Predisposition
Social + Spiritual Health

Advanced lab panels measure more than 120+ biomarkers evaluating inflammation, micronutrients, and immune, metabolic, cardiovascular and hormone health to help establish a member’s true baseline health. Then, the Love.Life team provides a personalized and actionable treatment plan reviewed with the member’s multidisciplinary care team that arms individuals with the tools, resources and support necessary to thrive and reach personal goals. The plan is easy to access using the Love.Life app, which aggregates and tracks a member’s health data, including bloodwork, biomarkers and 20+ data points from wearables and physical assessments.

“Competitors offer components of the total Love.Life offering, but no one is offering the breadth of our services combined with the community support that’s designed for lasting change,” said Betsy Foster, co-creator and president, Love.Life. “Everyone’s health journey is different, and our goal is to meet people where they are on that journey. We’re here to be their trusted long-term partner in health.”

Love.Life was co-founded by former Whole Foods Market CEO and co-founder, John Mackey, Walter Robb, and Betsy Foster (also former execs of WFM), who believe in a new healthcare paradigm that empowers individuals to proactively improve their health by focusing on the root causes of chronic diseases and holistic solutions that optimize overall health and well-being.

On Saturday, August 10, from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m., Love.Life will host a welcoming ceremony and open house to commemorate its grand opening. Learn more or plan a visit at Love.Life.

Photos and video are available for download here and here.

About Love.Life

Love.Life is an integrated health and wellness company that makes lasting health and vitality attainable. The company unites the power of holistic medical care, precision wellness therapies and nourishing food to promote healing, optimization, vitality and community. The company was co-founded in 2020 by Whole Foods Market co-founder and former CEO, John Mackey; Walter Robb, former co-CEO of Whole Foods; and Betsy Foster, a former executive of the grocer.

For more information, visit www.love.life, @theofficiallove.life on Instagram and Facebook or plan a visit: 740 S Pacific Coast Highway, El Segundo, CA 90277 in Plaza El Segundo.

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Canada’s largest fitness conference and trade show brings everything fitness and wellness to downtown Toronto – August 9 & 10, 2024

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1 month ago

August 7, 2024

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TORONTO, Aug. 7, 2024 /CNW/ – Thousands of fitness professionals, experts and enthusiasts will lace up their sneakers this weekend to learn the latest in fitness and nutrition, try the most effective workouts and test out fitness equipment as part of the canfitpro Global Conference and Trade Show. Anyone can attend the conference and trade show, which will feature presentations, mass group fitness workouts, and 100+ exhibitors with fitness technology, equipment and fashions.

The conference will be held at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre (north building).

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Friday, August 9, 2024 from 11:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Saturday, August 10, 2024 from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Fitness lovers can try fun group workouts, learn new skills and check out booths from 100+ leading companies showcasing technology, nutrition, apparel and equipment, including:

Box with Yvette Raposo or try Face Yoga with Sophia Ha.
Treat your aching muscles with the CryoLounge+ heat and cold therapy chair, infrared light therapy and a dip in the cold plunge tank.
Sweat through the latest workouts including Joga, TRX suspension yoga, Warrior Combat… even a step class with R&B soul singer Jully Black.
Test out cutting-edge fitness gear, fashions, and nutrition from exhibitors including Schwinn®, Pickleball Ontario, TRX, Wellness Space, Gatorade Fit, Made Good, Life Fitness, Precor and more.

Other highlights:

Opening ceremonies (Friday morning): Hamza Khan, best-selling author and global expert in people-first leadership, will discuss how to adapt and thrive in today’s fragmented work environment.
Closing ceremonies (Saturday afternoon): Two time Olympian and champion hurdler Perdita Felicien will talk more about overcoming life’s hurdles, the mindset and preparation to prepare for challenges in life and how to navigate difficult times.
Welcome workout with fitness celebs (Friday noon): A group of 25+ canfitpro presenters, including Jully Black, Yvette Raposo and more, will take participants through a workout on the Trade Show performance stage.
Les Mills® EXPERIENCE – all day group fitness festival (all day Saturday): Lights, music, energy! Experience the rock concert atmosphere and exclusive group fitness workouts at the Les Mills® one day fitness festival. Participants can sign up to do the most popular Les Mills classes throughout the day.
Pickleball Ontario Championships (Friday & Saturday): Ontario’s top pickleball athletes will battle it out as part of the Pickleball Ontario Championships. Fitness expert and coach, Libby Norris, and chiropractor and certified strength & conditioning specialist, Dr Ken Kinakin will also be on site to teach conditioning exercises to prevent injuries and take your pickleball game to the next level.

The canfitpro Global Conference & Tradeshow will feature a full schedule of workshops from fitness and nutrition experts. These speakers are available for interview before or during the event.

About canfitpro

canfitpro is the largest provider of education in the Canadian fitness industry. Founded in 1993, canfitpro delivers accessible, quality education, certifications, conferences, trade shows, and membership services. canfitpro’s 60,000 members include some of the world’s finest fitness professionals, health club operators, industry suppliers and fitness consumers. (canfitpro.com)

SOURCE Canadian Fitness Professionals Inc. (canfitpro)