Stuart Life

ZERO GRAVITY Edit Delete Unpublish Submitted by admin on Mon, 2015-03-02 09:47 Had it not been for the welcoming smile on Lisa Midlarsky’s face, I may have turned around and walked back out of the Defy Gravity Yoga studio in Boca Raton. The facility where she teaches could double as a torture chamber, with questionable black straps hanging from the ceiling panels. Midlarsky used a ladder to drape the ropes with vibrant silks, and I was about to trust them with my life during my first anti-gravity yoga experience. From mine to yours, here’s what to expect:Read more about ZERO GRAVITY

Photographer Steven Martine has built his dream career, shooting for National Geographic and famous musicians. And, in his free time, he also competes in bike races that take him thousands of miles across the United States.

The Timekeepers Edit Delete Unpublish Submitted by admin on Thu, 2015-01-29 09:42 Chimes, bells and melodies interrupt the constant tick-tock of clocks greeting visitors at Clocks By Hollis in Port St. Lucie, but the sounds certainly don’t bother the father-son team who run the shop. With dedication and passion in honoring the high-quality tradition of mechanical clocks, Phil and Kris Hollis fix, clean and sell every kind of timekeeper imaginable. All types – from Russian ship clocks and cuckoo clocks, to grandfather clocks and pocket watches – are on display.Read more about The Timekeepers

Shoe racks at favorite stores may look familiar this spring, as the gladiator sandal endures the test of time (appropriately).

Pair This Strappy Shoe-Sation With One Of These Accessories:

Designer Dossier: Alexis Bittar Edit Delete Unpublish Submitted by admin on Thu, 2015-01-29 09:11 Q: When did you first realize you had a fascination with antique jewelry? I realized that I had a love for antique jewelry when I was probably, I want to say, 8 or 9 years old. There was an antique jeweler in Maine, her name was Mrs. Ivers, she had cotton blue candy hair, and she was an old-school Mainer. She was an antique collector/dealer and she gave me my first piece of jewelry, which was a wedding band, weirdly enough. Q: What was the moment when you realized you wanted to be a jewelry designer?Read more about Designer Dossier: Alexis Bittar

Date looks and unique Valentine’s Day gifts.

No more junk food in schools Edit Delete Unpublish Submitted by admin on Thu, 2015-01-29 09:06 When did the nutrition standards go into effect? And what’s the gist of the changes? The nutrition standards went into effect on Nov. 1, and removed a lot of the less healthy foods from vending machines, snack bars and stores in the schools. The new rules aim to cut calories, fats and sugars from the snacks available to children, due to increasing rates of childhood obesity. Food items on campus are now healthier. Tell us about the nutritional standards that vending machines and other venues must comply with.Read more about No more junk food in schools

Quinoa Salad Edit Delete Unpublish Submitted by admin on Thu, 2015-01-29 09:06 Ingredients: 12 oz black quinoa 8 oz butternut squash 5 oz golden raisins 8 oz dry cranberries 3 oz olive oil 2 oz white balsamic 1/2 tablespoon salt 1/2 tablespoon ground black pepper 1 tablespoon of bay leaves 1.25 lbs of edamame Directions: 1. In a large pan, cook the black quinoa with water and bay leaves for 45 minutes. 2. Drain well. Let the quinoa cool. 3. Dice the butternut squash. Bring to a boil, then remove from heat and cool with ice.Read more about Quinoa Salad

There are plenty of fad diets and trends to staying in shape, but being healthy doesn’t have to be so difficult. Here are five simple tips to living a long, healthy life.

equestrian - inspired style on the treasure coast

Food and fashion have always been the perfect pair. This spring, make sure you’re wearing the right colors and silhouettes using this brunch color breakdown as a guide.

Designer Dossier Edit Delete Unpublish Submitted by admin on Mon, 2014-12-29 09:31 Q: Who are your influences? A: I love Madeleine Vionnet. I love the architecture of her work. I also like Halston [the original brand]. [The clothes are] modern, chic, effortless. Q: What was your thought process when designing the spring/summer collection? A: The whole collection, I came up with it in three weeks. I had to hit the ground running. The idea with the collection is to mix and match. You shouldn’t wear head-to-toe one designer. I like to design pieces that could make sense with other pieces.Read more about Designer Dossier

Running a marathon in the South Florida heat can be a really tricky challenge. Here are some of the best tips for what to wear to keep you looking and feeling cool during race day.

Race day tips Edit Delete Unpublish Submitted by admin on Mon, 2014-12-29 09:20 Start slow. Conserving energy is critical in distance running. If there are a lot of runners, be patient. You’ll need the extra energy for later on in the race. Maintain a steady pace. Don’t run too fast or you’ll run out of steam. Find a pace that’s comfortable for you so that you don’t cramp or fatigue. Drink plenty of fluids. Before, during and after the race make sure you consume at least six to eight ounces of water or a sports drink every 15 to 20 minutes to stay hydrated and keep your body cool, especially when running in hot weather.Read more about Race day tips

Eating your green vegetables and the right amount of fruits has always been important to stay healthy, but registered dietitian Ryann Smith-Dannemann suggests spicing up your palate for flavor and health benefits

Turmeric Chicken and Broccoli Stir Fry Edit Delete Unpublish Submitted by admin on Mon, 2014-12-29 09:20 Prep Time 30 minutes Total Time 30 minutes Servings 5 Ingredients: 1 pound chicken 1 large head broccoli 1 onion 5 cloves garlic 2 inches ginger 1 heaping tablespoon turmeric 1 teaspoon cumin 1/2 teaspoon chili powder 2 tablespoons butter 1 lemon Directions: 1. Slice the onions and the chicken into strips. Cut the broccoli into bite-size chunks. 2. Mince the garlic and ginger together into a chunky paste.Read more about Turmeric Chicken and Broccoli Stir Fry

Auction King Edit Delete Unpublish Submitted by admin on Mon, 2014-12-29 06:15 Some days, auctioneer John McInnis is appraising and selling a small coin collection, personal antiques or fine jewelry. Other days, he’s organizing a major sale of John F. Kennedy’s personal items, including a bomber jacket that sold for $655,550. And other days, he’s auctioning off fragments of a historic battle flag that is now on display at the Smithsonian Institution in Washington, D.C.Read more about Auction King

Centennial Mayor, The Toledo, Ohio, native first moved to Florida in 1994, and relocated to Stuart in 1995.

For entrepreneur Craig Danzig, there were PET/CT scans before Porsches, medical films before Ferraris and medical billing before Bugattis.