motorbikes & surf boards?

The Steeze on the street by Daniella Soltero of ALPHA VENICE

There’s been talk about the new shop that sells motorcycles and surfboards in Venice after this weekend’s opening party at Deus Ex Machina. To the average shopper that sounds crazy, nobody does that, but Deus Ex Machina thinks it the way it should be. The Australian brand just hit the streets of Venice, with a new shop right on the corner of Lincoln and Venice. It will be open for business starting this weekend and the team at Deus couldn’t be any more stoked about it.

The whole vibe of the store is very Bruce Brown meets Beautiful Losers, very individualistically creative, but yet classic. The whole idea of the store is mixing oil & water. Bruce Brown made two films, “The Endless summer” and “On Any Sunday”, mix those two together and you’ve got Deus Ex Machina. If you’re into surf culture, you need to check this store out.

There board selection is amazing and with shapers like Tyler Warren, Chris Garret, and Thomas Bexon shaping boards for Deus, these dudes won’t disappoint.

Also, if you want to get a motorbike and see it be made in front of you, this is the place to do it. The back of the store is where bikes are built and customized! Michael “Woolie” Woolaway is the man behind the motors; he will be heading the motorcycle side of the Venice store.

-will also feature a Café, with stylish baristas and area to hangout and socialize.

This new dig is all and the love of surfing and bikes and they welcome anyone who’s passionate about it too. Whether you need a new sled, some new threads, or an ultra stylish one of a kind bike, make you’re way down to Deus Ex Machina, you’ll be happy you did.

LINCOLN BLVD X VENICE BLVD

CAN'T MISS IT

AND YOU DONT WANT TO

Make sure to check them out on Facebook!

granny vs string

Scar Jo famously started LOST IN TRANSLATION in her giant pink underpants

Which poses the questions:

What is sexy?

what is practical?

what is comfy?

i personally always have something between my cheeks, but that's just me. Fabric on fabric is NEVER comfy to me.

Gym goers often have HUGE pantie lines............WTF?

Recently i came across some flat, dry, breathable boyshort-ish T back thongs that work out pretty well. They do still roll a bit on the sides.

How do we feel about the shorts with the undies built in? once again i have no patience for diapers.

I would love to here you opinion of to granny or not to granny. Is it for comfort, is it for coverage. Do you sometimes need a day off from your dental floss? In my case i just freeball. Is that not ladylike to say? Pretty sure I DONT CARE> LET THE MONKEY BREATHE.

Maybe not like Britney, on a night out. But at home in sweats, I am pretty sure all is well.

What is your favorite type of undergarment?

I really want to know. Lounge wear, under NIKE gear, sexiest, best with jeans.

I know you have a long list of what goes with what?

Help a sister out.

i am yet to try a NIKE thong

let's see if i can find a pair or two

well what do you know!

here is an article form WOMEN'S HEALTH

http://www.womenshealthmag.com/beauty-and-style/best-underwear#axzz1mrJfnXtH

that our very own ELIZABETH BANKS

graces the cover of this month

I have trained Liz for over 4 years 3xs a wk

(when she is not out of town working)

if you have read her article in WH this month

it mentions how much she likes working out on the TRX

stay tuned for my next blog
http://alphawhat.blogspot.com/2012/05/trx-tantrum.html

the BANKS TRX training sesh

then come in for your 30 min class at ALPHA VENICE

and even purchase your very own Suspension Trainer form the studio

or online using my affiliate code

for more information please email all questions to info@alphavenice.com

the confused THYROID

WHAT CAUSES ALL THIS CONFUSION, FLUCTUATION & DRAMA?

too little or too much production of thyroid hormones.......or extra flesh

AKA: GOITER (i will not post a picture)

so if you have a goiter.....and had question due to lack of dr's visits

your an ass hole, GO TO THE DR YOU HAVE A GOITER

and your welcome......i am here to solve all your problems!

Thyroid Problems:

Hyperthyroidism: OVER PRODUCTION of hormones

can be caused by Graves disease/enlarged thyroid: autoimmune disorder

the immune system turns against itself attacking the thyroid causing over production

Hypothyroidism: NOT ENOUGH hormones in the blood

caused by an autoimmune issue called Hashimoto's Thyroiditis

WHAT IS YOUR THYROID GLAND?

the smallest gland in your body weighing about an ounce

located in the front of your neck in a butterfly like shape

IT'S JOB?

The Thyroid takes iodine form your food & combines it with tyrosine to create hormones T4 & T3.

from there the hormones are released into blood stream to control your metabolism.

The Pituitary Gland controls the Thyroid Gland

if the thyroid isnt performing properly

the little peanut pituitary secretes THYROID STIMULATING HORMONE (TSH) to aide in the balancing process

The Hypothalamus Glad controls the Pituitary Gland

this gland located in the brain creates the TSH & is sent to the pituitary if doesnt get the message from the thyroid

WHAT A HARMONIOUS RELATIONSHIP THESE LIL GLANDS HAVE :)

how can you tell

if you have too little,

too much,

or a gioter?

A MIRROR

& these symptoms:

high body temp,

increased appetite,

depression,

fuzzy thoughts,

low blood pressure,

fluid retention,

slow reflexes

& fatigue

all can be caused by

-poor nutrition

-stress/cortisol

-deficiencies in

Vit A, Magnesium & Iron

even

-genetics

as well as

pregnancy: postpartum

& menopause

if you have any of these symptoms

please consult your doctor

there are alternative medical solutions

but never self diagnose

or supplement on your own

you never want to play with your hormone levels

without the supervision or advise of a specialist

and please do something about the goiter

Pilates Posting #1

I would love for the Alpha Sport LA followers to have an awareness of the great talents & minds that circulate in the Alpha Venice studio. Our Alpha Family is about team work & awerness in ALL areas of wellness. Periodically our instructors will be contributing to the blog to broaden my knowledge as well as yours.

A HUGE THANK YOU to the fabulous Claire Auban, Mat Pilates & Gyrotonic Instructor

in The Yogi Loft @ Alpha Venice for contributing an article for our February 2012 blog.....

This article is written by a phenomenal teacher Claire had had the honor of studying with, Leah Stewart.

A great piece that is applicable to all women regardless if they have a child or not--men could glean something out of it too.

"Balancing Motherhood and Work"

http://www.basipilates.com/rendezvous/blog/2011/07/leah/

Please come by for one of Claire's liberating classes WED 6pm or SAT 745 am

35 Market Street Venice CA

FIRST CLASS WILL BE FREE WITH MENTION OF THIS BLOG

Claire Abuan came upon GYROTONIC® Expansion System after developing chronic lumbar pain from years of dancing. By increasing the awareness of body alignment & mechanics, GYROTONIC® enables healing and injury prevention. Her studies in Pilates provides supplemental knowledge of core strength and musculoskeletal anatomy. Claire is certified in GYROTONIC® with Karen Mullen & Juergen Bamberger, Pilates through Body Arts & Sciences International along with her Pre/Post Natal Fusion Pilates certification through Jennifer Gianni.

HDL vs LDL

LDL aka BAD

HDL aka GOOD

saturated vs unsaturated fats

CHOLESTEROL is a vital part of the structure & function of your cells

eating a lot of fats & not getting enough exercise can lead to a build up of your blood

SOLUTION: work out, watch you rintake & make sure you are getting benefical fats

200mg/dl is where we should all be

100-129mg/dl for the LDL

HDL you would want 60mg/dl or higher

good fats that can bring your bad cholesterol down & good UP

avocado

walnuts

fish oils

olive oil

bad fats spike your LDL & do nothing to benefit your HDL

trans fats

fried foods

dairy

animal fats

junk foods

DID YOU KNOW THE DIFFERENCE?

CLICK HERE

INTERESTING COCONUT OIL VIDEO

it really should be brought to the attention of the public

that NOT ALL FATS ARE BAD

i still hear fairly intelligent people say,"i had a great lunch, no fat"

are you talking about ALL fat or just the one that you get at the drive thu?

specifications have been made, but can be made more clearly stated

more schools & HR departments should educate on the benefits of a healthier lifestyle

load up on the good

say "when" on the bad

sweat once daily

breathe

green tea is great for lowering cholesterol

as well as dandelion tea, garlic & yams

antioxidants never fail

& dont be affraid of yogurt, not all dairy is created equal!