Sweat The Crew
Kristina Velkova

SweatTheStyle_KristinaBugaria_ChristinaPailk_5SweatTheStyle_KristinaBugaria_ChristinaPailk_6SweatTheStyle_KristinaBugaria_ChristinaPailk_2BSweatTheStyle_KristinaBugaria_ChristinaPailk_4Born in Bulgaria, living in New York, Kristina Velkova splits her time between studying at New York’s Fashion Institute of Technology and modelling.  She stays in shape by sticking to real food, staying hydrated, and never missing a morning vinyasa. Today she exudes sporty sophistication as she rocks a Celine necklace with a Nike sports bra, Lanvin sweats, and Nike Air Pythons.

Who do you sweat?
Myself at my best.
What do you sweat?
I sweat compassion and dedication.
Where do you sweat?
Everywhere!
When do you sweat?
I sweat when I am challenged.
How do you sweat?
With adrenaline and perseverance.

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Christina Paik

Sweat with Kristina on her Instagram and Twitter.

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Food & Drink
Pomegranate

SweatTheStyle_Pomogranite_2 Pomegranates are fall’s super fruit. They are brim with soluble and insoluble fibers, immune-boosting antioxidants like vitamin C and polyphenols that are responsible for a healthy heart and vibrant, youthful skin.
SweatTheStyle_Pomogranite_SlicedSnack on pomegranate arils straight from the flesh or use as a garnish on top of salads, bowls, and yogurt. During a workout you can add a scoop of pomegranate arils to your water for a natural vitamin and electrolyte boost.

By: Beata Rydyger BSc RHN, She Lives Clean

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Fitness
Get A Grip

AdrianneHo_VintageNikeWindbreaker_4 Jokes aside having good grip and forearm strength improves everyday movement and activities. Hand Grips help build and develop strength in wrists and forearms. Traditionally they are used by boxers so they can handle stress on the wrists and forearms. This strength is utilized daily while lifting objects, driving, and playing sports like tennis or hockey.
SweatTheStyle_SupremeGrip Hold the gripper and try to close it as many times as you can. Record how long it took. Repeat on the other hand. Make sure to grip for the same amount of time on each hand.

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Food & Drink
Hail Mary Chocolate Macaroons

SweatTheStyle_HailMaryMacaroons Fulfill that sweet tooth without compromising yourself with Hail Mary Chocolate Macaroons. Hail Mary products are all raw, vegan, organic, gluten-free, and are sweetened without using refined sugar. Besides being guilt-free these chocolately treats are extremely satisfying, having just a few is enough to squash even the biggest chocolate craving. Keep a bag in the fridge and enjoy a mouth watering chocolate macaroon anytime.

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Food & Drink
Pumpkin Protein Energy Balls

SweatTheStyle_ProteinPumkinBalls_IngredientsPumpkin is this season’s super squash and eating with the seasons is key for good health and vitality. These bite-sized, no-bake, dairy-free pumpkin treats make for a healthy, blood-sugar balancing snack that will keep mid-afternoon sugar cravings at bay and will fuel your body with the right set of nutrients for long lasting energy. What makes these snacks so filling and satisfying is their impressive protein and fiber content plus they’re rich in powering vitamins and minerals like zinc, iron, chromium (a natural blood sugar stabilizer), B vitamins and immune-boosting, skin-protecting antioxidants like vitamin A and C. Enjoy 1 or 2 balls as a snack or dessert or consume before or after a workout.

SweatTheStyle_PumpkinProteinBalls_SLC Ingredients:
Medjool Dates: 1 cup, pitted (about 10)
Pumpkin seeds: 1/2 cup
Almonds: 1/2 cup
Chia Seeds: 1 tbsp
Flax Seeds: 1 tbsp
Organic Rolled or Steel-Cut Oats: 1 1/2 cup grounded
Pumpkin Puree: 1/2 can
Almond Butter: 1/4 cup
Dark Chocolate Chips (optional): 1/4 cup
Shredded Coconut (optional): 1/4 cup

Instructions
In a food processor, combine the pumpkin seeds, almonds, chia seeds, flaxseeds and oats. Process until all ingredients are grounded up. Transfer mixture to a bowl.
Rinse the food processor and add the medjool dates, pumpkin puree and almond butter. Process until a smooth, creamy consistency is reached.
Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix with a wooden spoon until well combined. Fold in the chocolate chips.
Place batter in the fridge for about 30 mins to chill.
Form batter into 1-inch (2.5 cm) balls and roll half of them in shredded coconut, coating balls completely.Transfer to a baking sheet and refrigerate for a few hours or overnight.
Keep chilled, or freeze in an airtight container for a few months (though I guarantee they won’t last that long!).
Enjoy 1 or 2 for a snack or dessert.

By: Beata Rydyger BSc RHN, She Lives Clean

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