Health
New Skin Solutions
Local dermatologist talks about the top treatments from the cutting edge
January 6th, 2011
With skin treatments and cosmetic procedures so conventional that baby-faced teens are getting work done, and—like Simon Cowell said—Botox injections as common as teeth-cleaning, what could possibly be next in the field of dermatology? Read more »
Beyond Pink
New oncologist’s mission is to make Las Vegas women aware of other cancer threats
December 16th, 2010
Breast cancer has made its cause known to the entire world, increasing everyone’s awareness of its preventions and dangers. But amid this blitz of pink, it’s also important for women to be proactive when it comes to other cancers. Read more »
CHEK Mate
New type of trainer works the whole body—inside and out
December 2nd, 2010
When trying to lose weight, some people hire a dietitian to evaluate their eating habits. Others try a personal trainer. Daniel Rold is a modern-day health-and-fitness combo package: He does both. Read more »
Health and Fitness
7 Biggest Workout Mistakes
Fitness guru Yvan Cournoyer shares the problems he’s witnessed—and the solutions that work
November 18th, 2010
Travel
Think Ski!
Time to book your reservations: Here are seven regional resorts that have upped the ante for the new season
November 11th, 2010
Hard to believe, with triple-digit temperatures still a fresh memory, but the ski season is just around the corner. Most hills open around Thanksgiving weekend and have already received some serious snow. In preparation, many resorts spent the summer getting face-lifts and adding amenities such as snowmaking machines, spiffy chairlifts and trick parks. Here’s a sampling of what’s new out West: Read more »
Along for the Ride
Saddling up means shaping up—and not just for the horse underneath you
November 4th, 2010
When you watch someone ride a horse, it may seem like the horse is the one doing all of the exercise, but riders actually get a great workout as well. “Riding is very physical, and it’s physically demanding on your body,” says local champion hunter-jumper and riding instructor Amy Self. “Most people think that it’s not a cardiovascular workout, but when you get going and really start riding, you’re definitely working, too.” Read more »
Dog’s Best Friend
If you exercise your pet, that could be you. If not, here’s how …
October 21st, 2010
Health & Fitness
The Queen of Yoga
A local instructor’s long journey to winning the crown
October 14th, 2010
Brandy Winfield’s mother pushed her into going to a Bikram yoga class one day six years ago. Not only did she keep going back, it soon changed her life. While some of us mere mortals have a hard time getting motivated to drive to a yoga studio down the street, Winfield, a former real estate agent, wound up in India pursuing her new passion: Bikram yoga. Read more »
Health & Fitness
A Bombshell Workout
October 13th, 2010
Lisa Balash, personal trainer and owner of Elite Physiques Las Vegas, has been getting locals in shape with her kettlebell and Pilates workouts. Now she’s reaching out to the masses with a new DVD. Read more »
Travel
Home for a Holiday
Vacation rentals offer affordable alternative to hotels
October 7th, 2010
The last time I went to Zion National Park, the biggest decision I had to make was which bed I would sleep in each night in my vacation rental home. That’s because Coyote Ridge (yes, the place even has a name) sleeps 14. It has a 10-person hot tub, gas grill, fireplace, a kitchen that far exceeded any I’ve owned, two satellite TVs and a DVD player. And it opens up to an acre of outdoor space, just seven miles east of Zion (see for yourself at coyoteridgezion.com). Read more »
