LIFThttp://www.lift-magazine.com/journal/2008-10-10T17:22:32ZSquarespaceSPORTSBUSINESSPortfolio Magazinehttp://www.lift-magazine.com/journal/the-business-of-sports-cathy-rigby-talks-about-discovering-w.htmlTanya Ryno2008-10-10T17:20:31Z2008-10-10T17:20:31ZPortfolio.com speaks to athletes turned entrepreneurs to reveal the unexpected differences and parallels between life in the arena and at the office. This week they profiled eight-time gold medalist Cathy Rigby.

Through the years, Cathy has vaulted flawlessly from career to successful career. She did it by relying on her passion to become a world-class gymnast, and then she channeled it into showbiz.

Want more: Find out how she translated that passion into success.]]>FOOD and DRINKShttp://www.lift-magazine.com/journal/new-blog-for-lift-fitness-food.htmlTanya Ryno2008-10-10T12:57:41Z2008-10-10T12:57:41ZLift-Magazine.com is really using the blog concept to a great advantage. In addition to blogging about products and people that bring exciting innovations to our lives, I thought we needed to expand and discuss Fitness Food, so I'm introducing a new section that will be an essential guide to fueling our bodies for an adventurous lifestyle.

There are many blogs about dieting, but using food as energy has sadly been missed. Whether you are a competitive sportsperson or simply someone who enjoys physical recreational activities, a healthy diet will provide you with the energy and nutrients your body needs to be able to enjoy an active life. Nourishing your body with top-quality fuel and staying away from so-called traditional diets will make physical activity much more enjoyable and will greatly improve your health and well-being at the same time.

So starting tomorrow, please check out Fitness Food -- it will offer entree suggestions, recipes, and serving suggestions to make complete meals, snacks, shakes, and even desserts!

Remember: The key to performing well is to eat well!]]>SEXUAL HEALTHFOR HERWomenhttp://www.lift-magazine.com/journal/peak-performance-18-reasons-to-have-sex.htmlTanya Ryno2008-10-09T12:54:51Z2008-10-09T12:54:51ZNo matter where you grew up, learning about the birds and the bees was pretty much the same: It was unexpected, probably involved a book, and necessitated an interaction with your parents that you’d prefer not to revisit.

It also involved a lot of reasons why you shouldn't be having sex. But now you're all grown up, so it's time to rethink some of what you learned.

The good news: Instead of going back to dear old mom and dad, Women’s Health has pulled together a comprehensive list of the mind-boggling benefits of hitting the sheets. From boosting your immune system to releasing aggression, here are the many ways it pays to play dirty.

One of my favorites: Number 5. Protect your pearly whites by stepping up to the mic. Semen contains zinc, calcium, and other minerals proven to fight tooth decay. (Only trace amounts, but who's counting?)

Ok. You can wipe that smirk off your face. ]]>STYLETRAVELJET SETTERMENhttp://www.lift-magazine.com/journal/plane-comfort-walking-on-air-with-auri.htmlTanya Ryno2008-10-08T14:20:53Z2008-10-08T14:20:53ZBe it for dress, sport, business or the beach, Auri Footwear provides men with just the right shoe no matter what the occasion. Combining cutting edge technology with bold new styles, this American based company produces superior functioning footwear, without sacrificing fashion. Upping the bar in men’s footwear, the company has incorporated Outlast Technology in their new line. And, though it won't cure the physical effects of crossing time zones, the new Jet Lag Shoe by Auri does address men's packing parameters. Available in black or cognac, the lightweight leather design features memory foam that molds to the feet for comfort, and slips quickly on and off to fly through security.

Ah, a step in the right direction. ]]>KUDOSTanya RynoThe Luxury Letterhttp://www.lift-magazine.com/journal/publisher-profile-lift-and-i-are-featured-on-the-luxury-lett.htmlTanya Ryno2008-10-08T13:55:25Z2008-10-08T13:55:25Z Each month The Luxury Letter features luxury consumer websites, ad agencies, marketing firms and the people behind their success. This month they interviewed me!

Thank you! ]]>LUXEKUDOShttp://www.lift-magazine.com/journal/thrillistcom-recognizes-lift-design.htmlTanya Ryno2008-10-08T13:12:51Z2008-10-08T13:12:51ZA collab between two companies, LIFT Design (my husband's company) and Harigian Fitness ... together they design and build opulent body temples for clients ranging from Hollywood celebrities to Star athletes to CEOs of the world's largest companies.

See what Thrillist.com had to say!]]>TRAVELJET SETTERAQUAFILEPIONEERhttp://www.lift-magazine.com/journal/zac-sunderland-could-he-be-the-youngest-solo-circumnavigator.htmlTanya Ryno2008-10-03T18:28:45Z2008-10-03T18:28:45Z His name is Zac Sunderland and he's 16 years old. He departed June 14th from Marina del Rey, California in an attempt to become the youngest person to circumnavigate the world ALONE by yacht.

And, if that doesn't make you feel like a loser, I don't know what will.]]>ALCOHOLhttp://www.lift-magazine.com/journal/dont-sugarcoat-it-a-sparkling-new-trend.htmlTanya Ryno2008-10-03T16:41:20Z2008-10-03T16:41:20ZI will drink no wine before its time. (Translation: not a drop before 3 p.m.)

So if you're anything like me, I've got a bubbly recommendation for you.

Most champagnes require the addition of sugar in the winemaking process to mask the flaws. Not so with the French wine Ayala, credited with starting the trend toward zero- and low-dosage champagne, which is newly available stateside. Its winemakers boast that their base wine is so good it needs no additives, and chefs such as Gordon Ramsay, who pours Ayala as the house champagne at his restaurants, agree. $40 to $120 per bottle.

So I say, keep it low-sugar or no-sugar. And keep ’em coming.]]>GADGETShttp://www.lift-magazine.com/journal/future-perfect.htmlTanya Ryno2008-10-01T02:26:26Z2008-10-01T02:26:26ZRelationship in a tailspin? Workout stuck in a rut? Wondering if you're ever going to be able to climb Mt. Everest?

Sure, patience is a virtue. But what if you need answers now?

This ultra-chic black calf leather Prada case encloses a set of brightly colored and uniquely designed Tarot cards to predict where your journey will take you. Price upon request, available at select Prada boutiques, (888) 977-1900.

At the very least, this little pack of cards is something worth looking forward to …

No matter what else your future holds.]]>SPORTSBUSINESSPortfolio MagazineEric Heidenhttp://www.lift-magazine.com/journal/the-business-of-sports-eric-heidens-triumphs-as-a-speed-skat.htmlTanya Ryno2008-09-27T19:34:25Z2008-09-27T19:34:25ZA Dose of Tenacity: Eric Heiden's five Olympic gold medals are due to mental toughness, an asset even for med school.

Again, Portfolio.com gives us Back to Back videos from athletes turned entrepreneurs revealing the unexpected differences and parallels between life in the arena and at the office ... this week they spoke to Eric Heiden who gives us his thoughts on the power of visualization.

Want more: Check it out here. ]]>CELEBRITIEShttp://www.lift-magazine.com/journal/news-alert-paul-newman-dies-at-83.htmlTanya Ryno2008-09-27T14:40:38Z2008-09-27T14:40:38ZNEW HAVEN, Conn. - A spokeswoman for screen legend Paul Newman says the actor/activist/race car driver has died at age 83.

Spokeswoman Marni Tomljanovic says Newman died Friday of cancer. No other details were immediately available.

You can read the full story here. ]]>GADGETSSleephttp://www.lift-magazine.com/journal/dream-on-its-time-to-glo-to-sleep.htmlTanya Ryno2008-09-25T18:11:46Z2008-09-25T18:11:46ZIt’s midnight.

You can’t sleep. You’re tossing and turning. The person next to you is just lying there, sleeping like a baby.

No, like a brick. Will you ever get to sleep?

Welcome to the world of insomnia: Your baseline energy level, due to lack of sleep, is only slightly above that of a two-toed sloth. You’ve downgraded your definition of a good night’s sleep to a few hours. And, at this point, you’ll try anything.

May I suggest a recently imported product from Canada? The Glo to Sleep™. It was designed to create a powerful focusing effect so you can easily reach the relaxed alpha wave state. Simply . . . it will switch off your mind! So tuck yourself in, and let the magic take hold. Better sleep will reduced stress, anxiety, irritability, and depression. Improve energy, concentration, alertness, memory, judgment, problem-solving ability, decision-making ability, motivation, and creative thinking. Diminish physical pain and discomfort. Improved overall health and increase productivity, coordination, and effectiveness. Decreased reaction time and accidents. Did I cover everything? ... All this, and it’s all totally safe.

Hey, it can’t be worse than the Ambien/caffeine roller coaster you’re currently on.

Wanna give it a try: I've got one to give away for FREE (not bad, since it retails for $69.95). Just leave a comment telling me how much sleep you get (or don't get), and I'll do the rest. ]]>GADGETSTECHNO-GEEKPIONEERhttp://www.lift-magazine.com/journal/running-uphill-astronauts-need-exercise-too.htmlTanya Ryno2008-09-24T15:35:00Z2008-09-24T15:35:00ZGravity hurts: you can feel it hoisting a loaded backpack (just ask my kids) or pushing a bike up a hill (when you aren't fit enough to actually ride it uphill). But lack of gravity hurts, too: when astronauts return from long-term stints in space, they sometimes need to be carried away in stretchers.

Gravity is not just a force. It's also a signal -- a signal that tells the body how to act. For one thing, it tells muscles and bones how strong they must be. In zero-G, muscles atrophy quickly, because the body perceives it does not need them. The muscles used to fight gravity --like those in the calves and spine, which maintain posture-- can lose around 20 percent of their mass if you don't use them. Muscle mass can vanish at a rate as high as 5 percent a week.

For bones, the loss can be even more extreme. Bones in space atrophy at a rate of about 1 percent a month, and models suggest that the total loss could reach 40 to 60 percent. These effects are physically devastating to astronauts.

Enter: The Vertical Treadmill. NASA is now using a new treadmill that allows people to run while suspended horizontally to help astronauts prepare for long-duration missions to the moon and beyond. The treadmill simulates zero gravity by suspending human test subjects horizontally to remove the torso, head and limbs from the normal pull of gravity. Participants are pulled toward a vertically-mounted treadmill system where they can run or walk. The forces against a test subject's feet are precisely controlled and can mimic conditions of zero gravity in low Earth orbit or conditions on the moon, which has one-sixth the gravity of Earth. In addition to simulating exercise protocols, the device may be used to imitate the physiological effects of spacewalking.]]>GADGETSZac Sunderlandhttp://www.lift-magazine.com/journal/spot-on-know-your-place-in-the-world.htmlTanya Ryno2008-09-23T14:35:17Z2008-09-23T14:35:17ZAdventure seekers can now leave a digital trail for friends back home to trace via SPOT Satellite Messenger. The GPS tracking device transmits pinpoint locations along with text messages -- emergency or otherwise -- to a website that captures real-time progress on Google Maps.

Want to see how it works: Accomplished sailor and navigator Zac Sunderland is currently using the bright-orange handheld to chart his attempt to become the first 16-year old (yes, 16-year old) to circumnavigate the globe. $169.99.]]>LUXEJET SETTERRICHARD BRANSONVirgin Galactichttp://www.lift-magazine.com/journal/virgin-galactic-update.htmlTanya Ryno2008-09-17T14:43:03Z2008-09-17T14:43:03ZSince the very interesting feature on Virgin Galactic was published in Virtuoso Life last month ("On Top of the World"), the mother ship has landed -- literally. This summer, Virgin founder Sir Richard Branson and SpaceShipOne designer Burt Rutan opened hangar doors in the Mojave Desert to unveil the new WhiteKnightTwo carrier aircraft. Attending this event was Sir Richard's mother, Eve Branson, the inspiration for the Galactic Girl figurehead that graces the mother ship.

Gallery Coming! ]]>