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Photo: BRENDA PAPIERNIK, SKINNY JEANS BOOTCAMP, BUTTERFLY BEACH, MONTECITO

BRENDA PAPIERNIK, SKINNY JEANS BOOTCAMP, BUTTERFLY BEACH, MONTECITO

Mar 9, 2010 | Discuss

Moving to California from the East coast made a huge impression on me spiritually and physically. Seeing the beautiful
 landscape of the West Coast inspired me to be active and outdoors as much as possible. It truly became my lifestyle.
 I’d like to bring this same inspiration to my clients. Not only am I helping people achieve good health, I am also getting
them to appreciate and utilize the nature and beauty around them. My workouts are driven [...]

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Photo: New baby goats at the Chivas Skin Care farm!

New baby goats at the Chivas Skin Care farm!

Mar 8, 2010 | Discuss

Soma Get Fit uses Chivas Skin Care products in its body treatments and bodywork.  While you might already know that many of the Chivas products are made with goat milk, you might not know that the we actually raise French Alpine goats on our farm and use the fresh milk in our soaps.   And you definitely don’t know that we just had 4 new baby goats on our farm (because I haven’t even posted this on our [...]

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Photo: NICOLE FRANZBLAU, SKINNY JEANS BOOTCAMP INSTRUCTOR

NICOLE FRANZBLAU, SKINNY JEANS BOOTCAMP INSTRUCTOR

Mar 4, 2010 | Discuss

Nicole Franzblau is an NASM certified personal trainer and holds a B.S. degree in Kinesiology, emphasis in Exercises Science.  As a Santa Barbara native Nicole grew up living an active lifestyle full of competitive swimming and martial arts.   Her passion for helping people and for maintaining an active lifestyle led her at a young age to dedicate her professional life to the fitness/rehabilitation field.
Nicole began her career assisting multiple top physical therapists in Santa Barbara.  She evolved [...]

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Photo: Try Surf and Turf – SOMA Style

Try Surf and Turf – SOMA Style

Mar 2, 2010 | Discuss

Surf and Turf’s up with Stand up Paddle Surfing with Pro Kite Surfer Chris Gutzeit followed by Hatha Yoga with Karen Ketlner on beautiful Leadbetter Beach.  Starting in April this bootcamp is sure to sell out fast.  Call 805-689-8326

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Photo: “Skinny Jeans” Launches Bootcamp at Alice Keck Park

“Skinny Jeans” Launches Bootcamp at Alice Keck Park

Mar 2, 2010 | Discuss

In the Upper State area?  We’ve also launched our Skinny Jeans Bootcamp at Alice Keck Park.  This bootcamp starts up in April and will be held on Monday and Wednesday evenings and Tuesday and Thursday afternoon.
To sign up at get on the list call 805-689-8326

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Photo: Skinny Jeans Bootcamp Launches at Butterfly Beach

Skinny Jeans Bootcamp Launches at Butterfly Beach

Mar 2, 2010 | Discuss

Looking for a fun way to get in shape and spend time by the beach? Then our brand new “Skinny Jeans” bootcamp is perfect for you.
Monday, Wednesday and Friday we offer 4 morning and afternoon 1 hr sessions.   Come out and try a session.  You’ll be rocking those Skinny Jeans in no time.

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Photo: Lose it! Keep it Off!

Lose it! Keep it Off!

Feb 24, 2010 | Discuss

I recently read this article in Berkeley Wellness letter about losing weight and keeping it off (stopping the yo yo dieting) and it truly sounded like the workout ‘regime’  I’ve been following with my trainer- Scott Crawford – for over a year. It’s encouraging and exciting to think I will be able to maintain the great results I’ve had – just by continuing to do what I’ve been doing and staying focused. I’ve lost body fat  – [...]

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Photo: Brooks Green Silence:  Taking the Eco-Running Shoe to The Next Level

Brooks Green Silence: Taking the Eco-Running Shoe to The Next Level

Feb 23, 2010 | Discuss

It has been argued that the greening of athletic shoes is often the most difficult because of all of the different components involved in creating a shoe.
That fact didn’t stop The Brooks Running Company who just released The Green Silence Running Shoe made from 75% post consumer materials and non-toxic soy-based dyes. In fact, the Green Silence uses less than half as many parts compared to a regular running shoe. The components are even biodegradable and [...]

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Photo: We are all Different for a Reason

We are all Different for a Reason

Feb 23, 2010 | Discuss

My friend recently sent me a message saying that in the past 15 minutes, she had eaten 5 Cookies and Cream Good Humor bars.  She followed that up with the fact that she went to her freezer for the 6th, but then remembered that she had eaten it for breakfast.
My first reaction to this is quick.  Envy.  Followed by a shaking of my head.
You see, this friend is 5′7″ and weighs maybe 110 pounds.  She is skinny [...]

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Photo: Is Having Good Posture a Drag?!!

Is Having Good Posture a Drag?!!

Feb 16, 2010 | Discuss

Is having good posture a drag?  Good posture can be easier than you think.
Most people donʼt know how to sit or stand with good posture in a way thatʼs comfortable. We have never been taught how to balance our bones and move with the least amount of stress on our bodies. In fact, not only can it comfortable to sit and stand but it can feel easy and very freeing
How about walking?  Wouldnʼt you like to be able to walk [...]

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