Evolution Revolution: Louis Van Amstel

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Thursday, October 17, 2013

LaBlast: WIN Your Way To FIT

It is no secret that I am not the biggest fan of 'working out'. The gym scene I despise and I have a hard time self motivating. I am a habitual procrastinator and excuse maker, I know MANY of you can relate. I did decided to try LaBlast because I adore Louis VanAmstel. You may know him from the hit ABC show Dancing with the Stars but he is also a world ballroom dance champion and creator of this fitness program.

His enthusaium is infectious and that compelled me to give it a shot. I was pleasantly surprised how much I LOVE it.

It is indeed a workout in disguise. When learning to 'dance' I am engaged and preoccupied with learning the steps and keeping time the entire notion of 'working out' leaves me. It is amazing to be able to engage yourself in a physical activity and have fun doing it, never putting the dreaded 'I have to work out now' label on it. When you LaBlast, its "time to DANCE".

LaBlast 411:

*Variety: There is enough variety that you are never bored (5 discs)

*Motivation: The program has several levels to keep you motivated and working toward a higher goal.

*Triple Duty: Learn a new skill (dance), get fit AND build self esteem.

*Something for everyone: on the go? there are a series of 15min workouts. Can't Dance? not to worry, you will learn. Let Louis lead the way.

*YOU Can Do It: This program is for every woman/man. You can be any age, any weight, any fitness level and have zero dance experience. You WILL and CAN benefit from this fitness program.

Want to give it a try?

ENTER TO WIN a set of 5 DVD's: autographed and personalized by Louis himself for the winner!

Who Can Enter?
Anyone ready to Dance their way to FIT.

Open to Facebook AND Twitter

How?
1) Follow @LaBlastFitness on Twitter and/or LIKE the Facebook Page

2) ReTweet and/or SHARE this blog on your twitter timeline and Facebook wall

3) Use Hashtag #LaBlast in your entry (comment) (On FB #Hashtag and TAG @LaBlast)

4) Tell us, in a creative way WHY you need LaBlast

Example: RT This blog link. In a separate tweet submit your entry: "@LaBlastFitness I need LaBlast to loose my Fat Ass #LaBlast"

Have fun and be creative.

We will choose the winner FRIDAY OCTOBER 25th. Louis will announce it (so FOLLOW HIM and LIKE his Facebook)

Tuesday, May 28, 2013

LVA: Every Woman, Every Day

I am new to the world of habitually working out. I am a start/stop kind of gal who has issues with maintaining my motivation. My priorities are family first and all of the rest later with exercise usually falling to the bottom of the list. I have been hard pressed to find something that has kept my interest but I LOVE the dance fitness program LaBlast. It was created by my friend, champion dancer, Dancing with the Stars pro and now fitness clothing designer Louis Van Amstel.

Equally challenging is navigating the fitness fashion realm, one of the only style genres that I have little experience with. From what I've seen and tried the garments fall a little short to say the least. I was truly EXCITED to learn Louis LVA clothing line is now available via SEARS.com It is available in 3 colors (pink, blue and black) and garment sizes going up to 3XL.

My FAVOURITE piece in the collection is the MATADORE PANT! ($59.99)

No more loose skin or flab spilling over your all ready ill fitting workout pants. This will provide full mid section coverage and support while you work your way to your best body. It is also adjustable so you an fold it down to suit your body type/height. Louis expressed to me during our conversation about his new line, "my first vision was to create the ultimate work out pant. There will also be another version coming that is a 'convertible pant' that you can wear three ways"

I chatted with Louie at length about his new line and I adore his genuine intention to provide every woman, of every age, every size, and every budget an opportunity to look great while living their daily lives AND while working out.

Louie expressed how proud he is of the line and how hands on he was in the design, color and fabric choices. He based his designs for each piece on his experience with women. He mentioned, "after doing LaBlast for so many years I have been able to gain a new perspective about body types; what women want, what they want to hide and what they want to reveal. I have the vision for the pieces and then I collaborate with the designer. It is all about what is the most flattering on a woman"

Hour Glass Tank ~ $35.99

LVA is an active wear lifestyle brand. it is all about the most value for your money. I wanted the collection to be versatile. It is a hybrid collection that not only can you look stylish while working out but you can add jeans or a different pant and run your errands, go to lunch, appointments or shopping. All of the garments have a touch of femininity and it's all about feeling good!"

Curtain Call Lace Hoody (DIVA Pink/ Avail in BLACK)

$62.99

I wondered who the target market was for his line as I noticed one of the models he chose is not a 20 year old, size zero which is what we have come to expect in this society. She is however a beautiful, mature, woman. Louis explained, "The Motto for LVA is: I'm every woman. We are catering to seven decades, any ethnic group, any size."

Long Sleeve in True Black $48 (Also Avail in Blue/Pink)

I love the side rouche detail and the lengths of these tops. I have personally experienced the peril of an exercise (or regular top) rolling or riding up as you move. These garments are long enough to cover the midsection and with that side string you can adjust to suit your shape and height.

Louis and I also talked a little bit about sizing. He originally started LaBlast to genuinely help fight obesity and realized that women of every size needed something feminine and stylish to wear. He explained "Women who are XXL or XXXL were wearing t-shirts that were so over sized or their husbands/men's t-shirts. I thought they deserved something better. The motivation is to help the woman who is XXL transition to XL, to LG and so forth in a feminine way with the LVA brand. The clothes are designed to make her feel good while she is doing it."

LVA T-Shirt - Avail in 3 colors and up to a 3XL

$29.99

Moral of the story ladies: You can be feminine, beautiful and stylish at ANY size. This personally motivates me to get into an every day workout program. There is no one I would rather make my size and health transitions with than Louis Van Amstel, LVA and LaBlast.

What pieces will you buy? Leave your picks in the comments below.

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The matador pant, hourglass tank and long sleeve top are in my cart as I type. I'll share my images rockin' LVA in a future post!

Let Louie know your feedback about the line and share your pictures!

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Monday, February 18, 2013

Generosity is ALWAYS in Style

My husband David, Our Son Blake & Myself at Christmas

The National Down Syndrome Gala and Auction is an amazing event that for the past two years I have had the pleasure of participating in by way of raising and contributing auction items. Because of my son's designer genes, Down Syndrome has connected me with some amazing people.

I wanted to take this opportunity to extend my SINCERE GRATITUDE for the generosity of the following people.

Their talents are only exceeded by their generous hearts.

Kristen Johnston - Actress/Author