Wednesday, May 11, 2011

Reebok's New Clothing

New Reebok EasyTone Apparel Tones Your Muscles

 Finding the time to workout is sometimes hard, well Reebok is trying to make it easier with a new line of workout apparel.This workout gear isn't just your run-of-the-mill, stretch, moisture-wicking exercise clothes -- it has built-in resistance bands to keep your muscles working harder just by wearing it.

Currently, the Reebok EasyTone Apparel line offers the easy tone pants ($80) easy tone short sleeve top ($55) and the easy tone long bra top ($55).

                             


If you wondered about the toning technology, here’s the 411. First, the Reebok EasyTone Apparel doesn't just tone your muscles, it also strengthens them. The EasyTone Pant and tops are designed with resistance bands in the fabric that work together to challenge your muscles with resistance at every move you make. That resistance the apparel provides in your lower and upper body tones and strengthens your muscle, that means you can improve your posture and body alignment overtime and with continued wear. Other features of the material include Play Dry (to wick moisture, ventilate, and reduce chaffing) and Tight Fit (to provide a tight, athletic fit that's great for high-performance exercises).


If you want to take it to the next level, you can even get the pair Reebok easy tone shoes you've been eyeing and sport Reebok EasyTone from head to toe. Some popular EasyTone shoe options (starting under $60) to accompany your Reebok EasyTone Apparel.



Enjoy!

Tuesday, May 10, 2011

Grilling Veggies

Grilling veggies is the perfect thing to do on this fabulous day. With some ice cold refreshments grilling would be an easy thing to do this afternoon.
Bacon Wrapped Asparagus

Ingredients
  • 10 fresh asparagus spears, trimmed
  • 1/8 teaspoon pepper
  • 5 bacon strips, halved lengthwise
Directions
  • Place asparagus on a sheet of waxed paper; coat with cooking spray. Sprinkle with pepper; turn to coat. Wrap a bacon piece around each spear; secure ends with toothpicks.
  • Grill, uncovered, over medium heat for 4-6 minutes on each side or until bacon is crisp. Discard toothpicks. Yield: 2-3 servings.


Grilled Corn

Ingredients
  • 6 medium ears sweet corn in husks
  • 1/2 cup butter, melted
  • 2 tablespoons minced chives
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 1-1/2 teaspoons lemon juice
  • Salt and pepper
Directions
  • Soak corn in cold water for 1 hour. In a small bowl, combine the butter, chives, sugar, lemon juice, salt and pepper. Carefully peel back corn husks to within 1 in. of bottom; remove silk. Brush with butter mixture. Rewrap corn in husks and secure with kitchen string.
  • Grill corn, uncovered, over medium heat for 25-30 minutes, turning occasionally. Yield: 6 servings.

Grilled Portobello’s with Mozzarella

Ingredients
  • 2 cups grape tomatoes, halved
  • 3 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese, cubed
  • 3 fresh basil leaves, thinly sliced
  • 2 teaspoons olive oil
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
  • 4 large fresh portobello mushrooms (4 to 4-1/2 inches), stems removed
  • Cooking spray
Directions
  • In a small bowl, combine the first seven ingredients; cover and chill until serving.
  • Spritz mushrooms with cooking spray. Using long-handled tongs, moisten a paper towel with cooking oil and lightly coat the grill rack. Grill mushrooms, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from the heat for 6-8 minutes on each side or until tender. Spoon 1/2 cup tomato mixture into each mushroom cap. Yield: 4 servings.

Enjoy!