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Win a Copy of The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People
As featured in the January/February 2009 issue of VIVmag, stylemaker Stacy Garcia’s favorite book is Steven Covey’s The 7 Habits of H ...

Playlists

Boot Camp Boogie With Giselle Fernandez and Trainer Jay "The Major" Kerwin
As featured in the January/February 2009 issue of VIVmag, Jay “The Major” Kerwin has trained the lovely Giselle Fernandez, the award-win ...

Recipes

Parmesan and Rosemary “Fried” Chicken
Baked potato chips are the secret to this chicken’s crispy coating. Instead of going into a vat of fat, this bird cooks in the oven.

July 2007 Archive

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July 29th, 2007

Swim Secrets

by Eric Harr

Swimming is one of the best total-body workouts around, but to experience any of its benefits, proper technique is essential. Check out our tips and workout from Total Immersion founder Terry Laughlin.

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July 27th, 2007

Hormone therapy — What Now?

by Mary Jane Horton

You have questions, we have answers. Here’s what’s safe and what’s not, based on the best information available.

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July 25th, 2007

Yogaphobia: What’s Stopping You?

by Anne M. Russell

Real women reveal their reservations and anxieties about trying yoga. See if you recognize yourself among the voices.

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July 24th, 2007

Reclaim Your Fitness Regimen!

by Tajinder Rehal

When life interrupts your exercise routine, it can be tough to get back on track. Follow our tips to ease back into fitness painlessly.

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Beauty, Wellness | No Comments
July 24th, 2007

Protect Your Scalp from Sun Damage

by VIV Mag

Your scalp is just as vulnerable to sunburn and skin cancer as the rest of your skin. Learn how you can protect it.

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July 23rd, 2007

Sizzling workout: S Factor

by Monica Gullon

A sexy workout inspired by exotic dance, S Factor combines Pilates moves with strippers’ gyrations. The two-hour classes are taught in dimly lit studios featuring the same poles used by the pros. Skimpy outfits and Lucite heels are encouraged.

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July 23rd, 2007

Some Like It Hot

by Lindsay Morris

It seems that today’s hottest trends in relaxation are, well, hot. Heat treatments ranging from baths to warm mud and hot stones have long been praised as the cure-all for several ailments. Feast your eyes on our four spa picks for experiencing the ultimate heat-seeking mission.

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July 23rd, 2007

Are You Ready to Retreat?

by Deborah Abrams Kaplan

At some point, we all question what the right way of living is. If you want to seek the answers in ascetic solitude, here are four havens that fit the bill.

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July 23rd, 2007

Toss It! Long-Lasting Lipstick

by Shelley Levitt

The promise was seductive: lipstick that would stay put through breakfast, lunch, dinner and even an evening stroll. The catch: Extended-wear formulas can leave lips parched and peeling.

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July 8th, 2007

Letter From Editor

by Anne M. Russell

Dear Reader,

Summer is in full swing and VIVmag’s July/August issue is hot, hot, hot with surefire strategies to keep you styling, smiling and fit throughout this sizzling season. For starters, July is UV-Awareness Month, an awesome excuse to check out posh,…

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