One of my New Year’s resolutions was to start going to the gym as often as I used to (at least three to four times a week) before I was diagnosed with “frozen shoulder.” You see, I look much younger than my actual age, so when my doctor informed me that this was “very common among middle-aged women,” I barked: “You don’t know me, and I don’t appreciate being spoken to that way!” The injury to both my ego and my shoulder stayed with me for almost two years.
I’m happy to report that I’ve recovered completely, hence my decision to go back to my fitness regimen–ie, a personal trainer. One morning as I was watching The Today Show, coffee in hand and WWD on my lap, I saw an interview with an Equinox trainer, Patricia Moreno, that stopped me in my tracks. She claimed that, with her IntenSati workout, you could burn 500 calories in one hour!
I’m a member of New York City’s Equinox gym and, in my opinion, they have the best group classes in the city. So, I reasoned that, to save time and money, I could take a month of Moreno’s IntenSati classes to get myself physically prepared for the trainer (Honey, I don’t like to throw money away…even with my Bowie budget!). CONTINUED AT ESSENCE.COM
4.7.2010
Great Post Iman! You are a true inspiration to me and many other young black women. The way you balance everything in your life is remarkable. I’ve made a resolution this year to make a positive impact on my health. You see, I’m an 18 year old who’s a US size 18 (not something I’m proud of). I’ve been making small steps to better my health and well-being, but I’m in my first year of university and I’m really stressed out. I’m also slow at making new friends because my weight has made me feeling shy and intimidated around others. This sadness gives way to A LOT of emotional eating on refined sugars and flour which I know are complete garbage. It would be great if you could do a post on how you handle self-contempt, negative emotions, and feeling overwhelmed by life. It would also be nice to know about which types of food you eat as well as foods or ingredients you stay away from. You and your husband still look so hot, and I know it must be mainly genetics, but one’s lifestyle diet is always important. Sorry this comment is so long winded (of course pointing out that this comment is long only makes it longer…) but anyways, thanks for sharing that great affirmation. May God continue to bless you, and I hope you continue to impart your wisdom upon others. Good luck with your IntenSati class:)
5.6.2010
Thank you for this post, Iman. I looked up Patricia Moreno on Amazon and found out that she has an IntenSati exercise video. (I put a post about her Kick Box video on my website: http://bcfamily.ca/?p=2413). I think I’d like to try it!
5.11.2010
Hi Iman, just wanted you to know how much we appreciate your cosmetics here in Indianapolis. Also wanted you to know that most of your products are hard to find even in the Walgreens stores. Is there any way to increase the availability of your products in our city? I’d be willing to sell myself, that’s the confidece I have in Iman products. I know many women would purchase if they only knew of them and the wonderfful prices.We have the black expo here every year. I think that would be the perfect time and place to showcase your products. All races of color come to Indianapolis from several surrounding states. It’s like a regionsl expostition of culture. Personally, I love Iman products and all that you stand for. I love your luggage, fragrances and global chic products. Walgreens can’t carry those products. I hope you will look into Indianapolis, the host city of the 2012 superbowl.
7.21.2010
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