Victoria's Secret Pink Rachel Hilbert Diet and Exercise Tips

Rachel Hilbert is the face of VS Pink and is gearing up for the runway (the upcoming Victoria's Secret Fashion Show in Paris), but she's no stranger to exercise and living a healthy lifestyle. Before modeling, Rachel told us she was very active. "I've always been a very athletic person," she said. "I was a dancer growing up and I skied too." So even though she's been working her booty off for the show, she noted that she's "naturally an athlete at heart."

Herbal Nutrition Network: How have you been preparing for the VS Fashion Show in Paris?

Rachel Hilbert: This year for the show, I'm constantly switching up my workouts. All year long I work out, but right now I'm working with a personal trainer, who looks at my body [assesses my needs] and does all different kinds of crazy workouts with me. I'm definitely sore every day! I'm always looking to switch things up, and I go work out with friends all the time.

HNN: What are some of your favourite workouts right now?

RH: My favourite go-to workout — if you want to just get a good sweat — just put on a sweatshirt and go take a run! That is my serious go-to workout. But I also go to my trainer, Michael Strevel at David Barton Gym.

HNN: What do you think will be the big workouts of 2017?

RH: I feel like Body by Simone was this year, so next year something with heat! Like a heated Pilates. I can see that happening — like an infrared, heated Pilates. That'd be kinda cool, no?

HNN: Do you have a go-to exercise for your abs and booty?

RH: My go-to exercise would probably be a fire hydrant, and back kicks on all fours — that's definitely for the booty, and if you hold in your core it works the stomach, too. My favourite ab move is a Pilates crunch with the Pilates ring.

HNN: What is your go-to breakfast?

RH: Recently I've been really into two over-easy eggs with half an avocado.

HNN: What gets you going in the morning?

RH: I mean, a good cup of coffee always wakes me up, but I love working out first thing when I wake up.

HNN: What's in your gym bag?

RH: I always carry my Victoria's Secret Pink gym bag, and also Pink has some new sports bras that I'm obsessed with. I have my yoga pants, I always have a roller to roll out my muscles, and I always have bands to put around my ankles to work the butt and thigh area. I like to bring my jump rope with me, my sliders for the floor — things you'd bring to a hotel room. My roller is a big thing for me — I always have that in my bag.

HNN: Do you have any tips for someone getting into shape?

RH: Don't jump in right away ... gradually ease into it, and don't get upset if you can't do something. Always keep in mind that practice makes perfect! You always have to be practicing, you always have to be doing different things. Don't get frustrated. Just keep doing it and you'll really start to see results.

HNN: What was the best piece of advice a coach or trainer ever gave you?

RH: "Stop complaining!" [laughs] My trainer now will say, "It hurts now, but you'll thank me later."

HNN: What's your key to relieving stress (besides working out!)?

RH: "I'm obsessed with the infrared sauna. It's literally, I'm telling you, the key to stress relief. I go and sit in the sauna for an hour, and afterwards I have a natural high. It's insane. I'm about to go right now in like 20 minutes.

HNN: What about the Paris show are you most excited for?

RH: There are so many things! I mean just going to Paris alone is exciting, but also all the performances going on there, like Lady Gaga, The Weeknd, Bruno Mars ... I'm just excited to go on the plane to see the excitement from the other girls as well. And to just be in Paris is exciting in itself.

HNN: What's the one thing you're looking forward to eating after the show?

RH: I love this question ... I have my favourite place here [in New York], it's called Prince Street Pizza. I'm gonna get a deep dish pizza. I want it now, but I'll wait [laughs].

Pubblicato da Richard J. Wood in data mercoledì 7 dicembre 2016

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REI Will Close Stores on Black Friday

Some shoppers live for Black Friday deals, especially when it comes to stocking up on discounted gear for Winter activities. If you have your eyes set on a pair of skis or snowboarding pants, however, don't even think about buying them at REI. The outdoor equipment company announced that it will be closing down all of its 149 stores on Black Friday but will still pay all 12,287 full- and part-time employees. This year, it's also closing on Thanksgiving. The move comes as a second annual installment of the company's #OptOutside initiative, which encourages everyone to spend the day outdoors instead of duking it out for products in stores.

"This year, REI will shut down on both Thanksgiving and Black Friday because fundamentally we believe that being outside makes us our best selves – healthier and happier, physically and mentally," Jerry Stritzke, the president and CEO, said. "I love that there is a community of people in this country who dedicate their lives to that mission, so together, we are asking America 'Will you go out with us?'"

While the stores will be closed, you'll still be able to place orders on REI's website, although the company will try to divert buyers with a cover screen to encourage them to spend the day outdoors. And while most retailers are tracking their profits from Black Friday sales, the CEO said he's not worried about REI losing much money on this day. The company, unlike most, doesn't have shareholders and is a "consumer co-op", meaning REI has member customers who pay a one-time fee and get back an annual dividend.

The focus, Jerry added, is to bring in new, passionate members rather than compete for holiday bargain hunters.

Pubblicato da Richard J. Wood in data mercoledì 7 dicembre 2016

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Yoga Poses For Traveling | Link Time

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30-Minute Pilates Cardio Workout

When you combine Pilates, hand weights, and cardio, you get one wicked workout. And by wicked, we mean really fun and really effective. Lisa Corsello, the founder of Burn SF, leads you through 30 minutes of her signature fitness routine, weaving Pilates core exercise with classic lifting moves and cardio bursts. This workout is so varied that you will never get bored. If you want more of Lisa, check out the Burn DVD.

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Best Sneakers 2016

If you have that friend who has a wall of sneakers in their bedroom and always shows up to your studio class in the cutest new trainers that you've never even heard of, then you need this gift guide in your life.

From stylish and sustainable wool runners from Allbirds to APL's sought-after, low-profile TechLoom and plenty of heart-eyes-inducing Nikes and Adidas, there are SO many sneakers to choose from.