As the UA What’s Beautiful campaign has come to a close and the winners have been announced, it’s time for a little reflection on what I have learned as an ambassador. I went into the program with an open mind not quite sure what I would get out of it. I love a little competition …
Category: Lifestyle
Latinas, it’s time to be a little selfish
As a typical Latina, it is easy to get caught up in taking care of others. Many times our role as a mother, sister, daughter, girlfriend or fiance turns into a job where we put the needs of others in front of our own. I was taught that this is the definition of love. I’m not sure where this …
Defining #WhatsBeautiful as a woman, an athlete and a Latina
UnderArmour is spearheading the fitness realm with a competition based website that allows women to create a goal, forge positive relationships with like-minded women and complete challenges that leave you motivated and wanting more. I’m part of a sponsored campaign for the What’s Beautiful program and I’d love for you to join me as I …
The Healthy Latina: A year in review
It’s April 2013 and The Healthy Latina officially celebrated its first year of publication…in February! Just a little late, but definitely worth celebrating! If you’ve been reading since the beginning, thank you! If this is your first time reading, bienvenidos y gracias! I have been so surprised by the overwhelming support I have received to …
Vida Saludable
To me, there is nothing more exciting than seeing quality health communication materials for Latinos. The American Heart Association and The American Stroke Association have partnered to create just that; health information for Latinos in Spanish and English surrounding Latino Health topics. I was asked to contribute articles to the website and could not be …
Fitness Glo: Redefining the modern workout
A workout can be done at any place, at any time and at any level of comfort. It’s easy to forget this with our busy, hectic lives but it is true. Workouts can be done alone, with a partner or with la familia. The most important thing is to keep moving and keep making progress. Finding …
Top 6 Latina health bloggers of 2012
Voxxi News just released their list of Top 6 Latina health bloggers of 2012! And guess who’s on the list??? The Healthy Latina! So honored to be mentioned with these other amazing bloggers and inspirational Latina women. 2012 has been a great year! Take a look and support these other great Latina health bloggers! Helen …
The running revolution
Last month I had the pleasure of participating in the Nike Women’s Half Marathon in San Francisco, California. Growing up, I always had the dream of running in the Nike Women’s half marathon after learning you were given a Tiffany’s necklace at the finish line. Being a young lady who wasn’t able to afford anything …
Excuses We Make Instead of Working Out
Ever have those days where you’re motivated to workout (in theory) and you just can’t seem to get your butt out the door? Like every other Latina in spandex, you’ve probably made a few excuses. The right mindset can do wonders. Here’s a list of the common excuses and how to combat the workout blues. …
Fitness and Pinterest
If you’ve joined the Pinterest revolution, you understand how important those Saturday morning pinning sessions can be for your wardrobe, DIY projects and your dream wedding planning (that you will forever hide from your novio). If you haven’t discovered the wondrous collection of organized pinning, I highly recommend that you do! Pinterest is a great place to …