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Footwear and heel pain
November 01, 2011
Footwear and heel pain
The American Podiatric Medical Association heel pain survey, revealed that 45 percent of Americans attributed their heel pain to wearing uncomfortable or ill-fitting shoes.? This is due to excessive pronation which can create an abnormal amount of stretching and pulling on the plantar fascia on the bottom of the feet with every step.
Caring for working feet
September 27, 2011
Caring for working feet
Your feet bear the brunt of your daily working life. The average person walks the equivalent of five times around the earth in a lifetime and each step can exert up to two times your body weight in ground reactive forces through your lower limbs. Prolonged standing, walking, operating machinery, high heels, carrying heavy objects and slippery surfaces are just some of the dangers the f...
Ali, Berbick 30 years ago - Part II
September 12, 2011
Ali, Berbick 30 years ago - Part II
On December 11, 1981 when Muhammad Ali clashed with Trevor Berbick, the event resulted in several milestones. First of all, it was the final bout in the legendary career of the man most think of as the greatest individual to ever lace them up and sling leather in the ring.
Also, despite the fact that the hype around the event fell short in getting the kind of global attention that resulted from th...
Time for a Back to School Foot and Shoe Check Up
August 23, 2011
Time for a Back to School Foot and Shoe Check Up
It is estimated that children spend an average of 30 to 40 hours a week in their school shoes and more than 15,000 hours in those shoes during their school years, so it is vital that shoes that get this much mileage fit properly.? Poorly fitting shoes can lead to foot problems such as ingrown toenails, sprains, strains, corns and calluses and bunions, which may even require surgery later in life.
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Shoes wanted
July 02, 2011
Shoes wanted
Many people are struggling to find hot meals for their families, so it stands to reason that there are people who don't have the funds to purchase much needed shoes for themselves or their children. With this in mind, Podiatrist Dr. Monique Mitchell has organized a shoe drive to collect new and gently used footwear for the needy.
"As a podiatrist, I notice feet, and often times as I drive ar...
Hat parade turns heads
June 30, 2011
Hat parade turns heads
The 10 women vying for the Miss Gospel Bahamas crown were encouraged to identify their purpose and take full advantage of it, by reigning queen Shenique Gray at their recent High Tea and Hat Show Gala held in the gardens of the Bahamas National Trust.
"Give it your all, no matter how hard or how tough it gets.? Remember that you have a goal.? Remember that at the end of the day you want to be c...
Miss Gospel Bahamas Hat Parade Turns Heads
June 29, 2011
Miss Gospel Bahamas Hat Parade Turns Heads
Nassau, Bahamas - Contestants in the Miss Gospel Bahamas Pageant flaunted their elegance, etiquette and poise at the second annual High Tea and Hat Show Gala?staged in the gardens of the Bahamas National Trust over the weekend.
Held under the theme, "Pretty in Pink, Pearls and Lace," the event had a two-prong aim, said pageant chair Anya McKenzie. Contestants were able to put their finishing le...
Fashion firms rush to copy the royal gown
May 02, 2011
Fashion firms rush to copy the royal gown
NEW YORK
Associated Press
SECONDS after Kate Middleton emerged from her car outside Westminster Abbey in a ball gown with lace sleeves, designers around the U.S., glued to their TV sets, were sketching her look, setting in motion a mad rush for mass-produced versions that are expected to be in stores as early as late June.
For brides-to-be who can't wait even four weeks, David's Bridal, the lar...
Dress to frill
August 17, 2010
Dress to frill
Feminine, demure and oh so sexy lace is designers'current fabric of choice. This age-old textile has stood the test of time, remaining as relevant in today's fashion scene as it was in centuries past. Designer labels from Givenchy to Alexander McQueen have all incorporated lace in their upcoming Cruise 2011 collections, making it a hot trend for not only this fall but into next year as well.
Howe...
Dress to Frill
August 16, 2010
Dress to Frill
Feminine, demure and oh so sexy, lace is designers' current fabric of
choice. This age old textile has stood the test of time, remaining as
relevant in today's fashion scene as it was in centuries past. Designer
labels from Givenchy to Alexander McQueen have all incorporated lace in
their upcoming Cruise 2011 collections, making it a hot trend for not
only this fall but into next year as well...
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