New year Fitness

With the holidays coming to a close almost everyones New years resolution is to work out. All of mom's tamales, fruitcakes, and eggnog really adds up in the wrong places. The good folks at Active.com have put together a few tips on how to and how not to get that new years work out going.

The last thing anyone wants is for you to get hurt trying to show off for the ladies or the fellas at the gym. Good luck and if you need a running partner feel free to hit me up

"These tips will help decrease the likelihood of getting injured and increase the chances of a happily fulfilled New Year's Resolution:

• Doctors know best. Check with your doctor first to make sure you're ready for an exercise program.
• Follow the golden rule. Start slow, and build on to it. Don't just start with two hour workouts, 30 minutes is enough for beginners.
• Rest in between days to allow your body to recover.
• Wear the right gear. Those fashionable "urban sneakers" won't cut it in the gym.
• Speak up. If you don't know how to use a machine, ask a professional how to do so. It's better to ask and avoid injury.
• Never ever wear one of those plastic suits. They can cause overheating and dehydration and just aren't necessary.
• Avoid ankle weights and wrist weights. They can alter your normal movement patterns and cause injury.
• Don't ignore pain. Feeling soreness or pain after working out is normal. Feeling pain during is not.
• Treat your body right. You treat your car right (hopefully). So treat your body right and give it the food, water (lots of water), and rest it needs.
• Warm-up first, then stretch. Be sure to break a sweat before stretching. Stretching cold muscles can actually be harmful.
• Warm-down. End all workouts with a cool down of light cardio and stretching to stay flexible and to keep the blood from pooling in the muscles, which can increase soreness.
• Mix it up. Doing the same routine can lead to boredom and injuries.
• Find a buddy for motivation and support
• Make it fun. Try to do fitness activities that you enjoy. Getting in shape can be accomplished by all sorts of activities like dancing, swimming, hiking, etc."

Blue Moon On New Years Eve

Get your telescopes ready because we're going to have the rarest moon of all. The "Blue Moon", not new moon...get over that phase already.

The Blue Moon happens about every 2 and a half years and what will make this moon a bigger rarity than prior years is that it's happening on New years eve. This is called the "Blue Moon" because it's the second full moon in a calendar month. Statistically speaking a coincidence like this only happens every 20 years or so.

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Feliz Navidad!

-xoxo
From the Pretty Cheeky Familia !

THE MOTHER OF ALL ROMANTIC COMEDIES

Valentine's Day (really that is the title) is pretty much going to be the most jammed packed romantic comedy one could hope for. I mean it really is just ridiculous. It is like they took everyone that was in a romantic comedy in the past 10 years, asked them to bring their old scripts and melted that shit together into one huge messing gushy movie. This is the cookie dough ice cream of movies. Just a bunch of shit girls like covered in fudge.

Here is the starting line up ladies...

Taylor Lautner,
Bradley Cooper,
Anne Hathaway
Taylor Swift,
Jessica Biel
Jessica Alba
Jamie Foxx,
Ashton Kutcher,
Julia Roberts,
Jennifer Garner,
Emma Roberts,
Topher Grace,
Patrick Dempsey,
Joe Jonas, (as a dog)
Eric Dane
George Lopez,
Queen Latifah
Shirley MacLaine,

Seriously..... it is made to be the most self-indulgent piece of prodictable romantic movie magic this year. If you are not into it (or a straight male) i would suggest you stay away from the theatres Valentine's Day Weekend.

FINALLY : Sex And The City 2 Trailer

If you ask you will receive! I have been whining for months about not having a trailer to this silly thing and here they are!

From the look of the trailer, family life is rolling right along for everyone, except Samantha of course, she is still whoring :) and with guys that still bring about neck breaking double takes. This movie's budget no doubt was massive and it shows because now the chicks are officially international (unless there are camels in Neveda, i doubt it)

Clothes are great, kids are cute, everything is looking good to me :) I think a huge SATC movie once a year might fill the hole of not having the show until i am old enough to not care...so maybe 4-5 more years.

"Let's hear it for Neeeeew Yoooork!"
Check out the Life exclusive photos from the filming here

Gun Shaped Stroller By Shi Jinsong

If and when I decide to have kids the first purchase I will be making are these bad boys. Created by artist Shin Jinsong whose work will be shown from December 11, 2009 - February 7, 2010 at the "Contemporary Revival " in China. Hit the link for more pictures of these awesome little war machines. "Shi Jinsong Art Gallery"

Check out more of his artwork Here

Chanel Iman for Vogue Germany

This is one of the most adorable editorial spreads I have seen in a minute. For the December issue of Vogue Germany, Chanel Iman has posed as none other than the live version of mini mouse. Not much to add to it other then Great work!

Check out more shots after the jump ...

Google: Wave

Check out what Google:wave is all about with this EXTREMELY long video. At this moment it looks like you have to be invited by someone already on the wave network but you can express interest and hope they pick you.
From the site:

"What is a wave? A wave is equal parts conversation and document.People can communicate and work together with richly formatted text, photos, videos, maps, and more. A wave is shared. Any participant can reply anywhere in the message, edit the content and add participants at any point in the process. Then playback lets anyone rewind the wave to see who said what and when. A wave is live. With live transmission as you type, participants on a wave can have faster conversations, see edits and interact with extensions in real-time."

Gaga Poses For LaChapelle

David LaChapelle is undoubtidtly one of the best and most creative photographers out there but put him together with Ldy Gag and you know the shoot was going to be nothing but amazing. As an Artist and Musician I def respect Gaga and although I don't agree with all her fashion choices, I def do see where she is going with it.Side Bar: That pic with Kanye def reminds me of Tropic Thunder ... Haha.

Check out even more pics after the jump ...

R.I.P Brittany Murphy

I never enjoy doing these posts in memory of celebs we have grown up watching, however for some reason this Brittany Murphy one is especially sad. You would think after MJ died nothing could surprise me, but this one really caught me off guard. With little warning the word spread early yesterday morning that the young actress (only 32) had died due to cardiac arrest in Los Angeles.

I can honestly say i have grown up watching Brittany Murphy. Like many i began watching her as a supporting role on Sister Sister and found myself wanting to be her BFF after a classic role in Clueless. As the years went on she continued to give me the romantic guilty pleasures i wanted (Little Black Book, Just Married) and challenged me with darker roles i needed (Girl Interrupted, Sin City)

With 5 movies currently in production it is truly a sad time to see such a star pass. After the jump check out clips from some of my favorite Murphy roles. What are yours?

Christmas Don’t Be Late By Alvin & The Chipmunks

Classic:

Beyonce Brings The Heat

Beyonce is finally coming out with her own scent, Heat. Now is it just me or is she a little late on the Fragrance Train?? I mean I am sure it will still sell well, but someone in her camp dropped the ball on this- she should have had a fragrance after her first solo album. I'm Just Saying ...

Madonna Plays Housewife

Madonna has gotten herself another job, as the new face of Dolce & Gabbana. Yo, is it me or wasn't she just the face of LV like yesterday?? IDK man but these black and whites are pretty nice- nothing like the LV ads but hey, a women's got to work, right?

Check out some more shots after the jump

How To Make A Disney Christmas Tree

With the Holidays being here I thought I'd help you kids decorate your Christmas tree. Here's a quick video that will show you how to make a Disney pirate or princess themed tree. The host of the video is Dave Caranci who is the manager of resort enhancement team for that decorates the entire the Disney resort and his co-host is none other than Goofy the great.

Iron Man 2 Posters

One of the heroes to return in 2010 is Iron Man, Here's a sneek peek at the peek at the poster for Iron Man 2. For those that don't know what your looking at; this is Iron man (right) and War Machine (left). That's Don Cheadle (who replaced Terrence Howard from part 1) in the War Machine outfit. Check out the Official trailer "Here"

Rachel McAdams covers Vogue

Umm.... I'm actually not feeling this cover what so ever. Lighting is bad and this just isn't the most flattering picture of Rachel. Idk what else to say, what do you guys think??

Lara Stone Covers LOVE Magazine

Lara Stone is not only Barbie'esq in this no nipple shoot but looks to have the legs of a giraffe considering she is only 5' 10". Shot by Mert Alas & Marcus Piggott this is just one of her many upcoming covers, See her in the LV Shoe Ads this season along with the December cover of Vogue Italia.

NEW MUSIC : Local Natives "Sun Hands"

Local Natives - Sun Hands

I have posted on the band Local Natives before and am very excited to get music to you from them! These boys are from the left coast in a hipster lil place called silverlake (where i am moving to! post coming soon!) THey have done time at Spaceland with a weekly residency this year. Keep your ears open for more to come from these guys!

Census Goes Biblical

In an apparent Push to get the word out- at church, the government thought this would be the best way to get the message to Sunday going Catholics and Christians. Needless to say- it has caused some controversy. Check it out:

The National Association of Latino Elected Officials is leading the distribution to churches and clergy of thousands of posters that depict the arrival of Joseph and a pregnant Mary in Bethlehem more than 2,000 years ago. As chronicled in the Gospel of Luke, Joseph returned to be counted in a Roman census, but he and Mary found no room at an inn, and Jesus was born in a manger.

"This is how Jesus was born," the poster states. "Joseph and Mary participated in the Census."

Most of the posters are in Spanish and target Latino evangelicals, says Jose Cruz, senior director of civic engagement at the Latino association, which launched its Ya Es Hora (It's Time) campaign in 2006 to promote voter registration among Latinos.

It is promoting the Census, used to help allocate $400 billion a year in federal dollars, redraw state and local political districts and determine the number of seats each state gets in Congress.

So Much for separating Church and State Right??

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New Artist : Maluca

Maluca is about to turn you out! The NY native, reps the Bronx hard in this video. Rollers, Adidas sandals (canclantas), and neck rolls. I love her whole vibe. Diplo is the master producer behind her forth coming record said to be a mash up of house, merengue, hiphop and cumbia. I can hear this in the clubs on the Lower East Side alllllready!

I have heard Muluca is Brazilian-Portuguese slang for crazy black woman, man i hope that is true! Check out her interview and live performance video after the just!

MALUCA @ ONE STEP BEYOND from TONE on Vimeo.

Rihanna Get's Naked for GQ

This girl really need's to pu some damn clothes on!! Well, I really can't be that big of a hater, if I looked like her I would probs be naked all the time as well. She gave them an interview that tells us all the same exact thing the rest of the interviews told us- nothing new other then more chi chi picks. Check them out after the jump ...

Mid Week Look

You Know, Christina Ricci must have an excellent stylist because she always manages to get the most stunning dresses for the red carpet. Here she is at the 6th Annual Dubai Film Festival in this wonderful white with black piping Marc Jacobs Gown. What do you guys think? Hit or Miss?

Sex And The City 2 - Teaser Poster

From the look of this poster, they are gearing this up to be the blockbuster of the year! I know i am excited but if i don't see an actually "trailer" soon so i know what the hell is going on i might just die.

Run DMC: Christmas In Hollis

This week I bring to you "Christmas in Hollis", performed by Run DMC. If you have never seen it then here's your chance to broaden your horizons. Enjoy

Best Models of All Time

Harper's Magazine has put together a great list of the all time best fashion models and let me just say they hit it right on the nail. From Twiggy to Cindy Crawford, Naomi to Linda Evangalista- and many not so well known ladies as well. If you have a minute I would encourage you to click here and check it out.

Lady Gaga Covers Elle Magazine

This girl I tell you is a hit or miss but I am loving this spread. Lady Gaga is set to cover the January issue of Elle Magazine with this great high end spread. I know not to many people get her aesthetic but I have to say, this spread is pretty fabulous. Check out some more shots after the jump.

Hot MESS of the Week

Ciara looking like a mix between santa, a super hero and a hooker. Someone please get this girl a stylist, between this outfit and those horrible AT&T Commercials, I can't really handle too much more of her ....

The Perfect Gift for The Holidays: The Hood Thong!

WOWZA ... and Why??? Also, why is she holding a rock while wearing what appears to be sea weed on her boobs?? Is she wearing her Hood Thong to space or on a Sea adventure???? Can someone please explain??? Click Here for more details .... Jeez People.

side note: Well, At least now I know what to get Yanna Beau for Christmas .....

Xzibit: Hurt Locker

Oh Snap! New Xzibit Track: Whoop Whoop! Hit the link below
Hurt Locker

Auditioning for The Jersey Shore

O M G .... where do I even begin ??? If you have taken an hour to watch the show or even just watched the commercials you will have seen what a train wreck this show is but instead of adding a few minutes to these kids fame meter, I have to show you this great funny or die parody that popped up yesterday. Although I am going to have a full recap of the monstrosity that this show is- I think it's best to only show you this clip, so you understand the mockery that is to follow next week.

Bobby Bottleservice - Jersey Shore Audition Tape - watch more funny videos

NYPD Cracks Down on Canal Street

There Goes my shopping plans for this weekend ...

NYPD raided and closed a stretch of 31 stores on the south side of Canal, starting at Church Street and going east. All merchandise suspected of being counterfeit was removed from the stores, including handbags and perfume, leaving the tiny venues looking even more ransacked than usual (see photo). The stores will not be allowed to reopen, naturally, perhaps prompting even more would-be buyers to opt for purchasing the real thing.

Dang Gina, What are all the tourist gonna do now???

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Jenn Garner Covers W magazine

Looking pretty Fab after having 2 kids and a full time A list career. She talks about the struggles, family life and her upcoming movie. Click Here for the article and check out more shots after the jump.

Portia DiRossi on The View

I like it when smart people go on the view, I like it even better when smart people make Elizabeth Hasselback shut the fuck up. Loves Portia de Rossi, watch below video to see why (the 3 minute mark starts the conversation I am talking about):

Zombie Kicks

Check out these custom pair is custom made Vans that were made by DviantARTist MBurk. I don't know about you but I would definitely rock a pair of these. This pair you see here now resides in Australia.

Ummm Santa... Are You There???

I want and I want right now. Ummm hello?? Santa Baby ....

An inexpensive $49.00 !!! Thank You Latina.com for finding these for me on the Victoria Secret of all places! I've BEEN needing a new pair of Mary Jane's and these might just be it. What Do you guys think?? Click Here to check it out

Timing is a Mother

This is just like a scene from a movie, when the guy that is dating two girls and buys them the same thing , never thinks they will be in the same room together wearing said thing....and DUH they do.

This is almost exactly like that, only Tiger and Obama do a cover about 10 Things Obama Can Take from Tiger and DUH gets busted for having 6 serious affairs with on his wife after she tries to kill him. hahahahhahahah never did he think this would link up so perfect but DUH of course it did.