Topic: inspirational women

That Girl: Meet Jill Miller Who Healed From Eating Disorders With Yoga

Each week on That Girl we celebrate inspirational female athletes. This week, we are proud to feature Jill MIller, a yoga and core fitness instructor and business owner who says she is proud of herself for facing her “own body dysmorphia and healing from two of the deadliest diseases known to young women, anorexia and bulimia.” We’re proud of her too. Yoga and exercise, she says, have allowed her to nurture her body, heal it, and find her true strength and power. Take a look at Jill’s amazing inspiration: More »

That Girl: Meet 13-Time Ironman, Wendy Mader

Each week on That Girl we celebrate inspirational female athletes. This week, we are proud to feature Wendy Mader–the co-founder and owner of t2coaching. Wendy has made a lifelong commitment to fitness and has gone from being a competitive collegiate swimmer to 20 years of experience competing in triathlon, including 13 Ironmans. Oh, and did we mention that she was the overall Amateur Winner at the prestigious Ironman Hawaii in Kona in 2008? Take a look at her story and be inspired! More »

That Girl: 10 Most Inspirational ‘Real’ Female Athletes Of 2012

Each week on Blisstree, we feature “real” female athletes who motivate us with the way they balance fitness and health in their lives. These are everyday women who, in addition to being a mom, running a business and/or having a career, kick some serious butt on the road, on the slopes or in the gym. As 2012 comes to a close, we took a look back at all of the amazing women we have celebrated this year and came up with our top 10 most inspiring “That Girls.” Take a look and be inspired to take your fitness to a new level in 2013! More »

That Girl: Meet Inspirational Pilates Trainer, Cassey Ho

Each week on That Girl we celebrate inspirational female athletes. This week, we are proud to feature Cassey Ho, a Pilates trainer who blogs about her fitness and creates motivating YouTube videos–she once even rolled out her mat in front of Buckingham Palace just to get in a good (and royal) workout! Read more about how she stays fit and healthy! More »

That Girl: Meet Alex Arboleda Who Used Yoga To Heal Arthritis

Each week on That Girl we celebrate inspirational female athletes. This week, we are proud to feature Alex Arboleda, an all-around athlete who is motivated to not only stay in shape, but to manage her arthritis. Through this condition, Alex has learned to heal her pain through yoga and by paying careful attention to her body. Now she runs, hikes, cycles, swims, skis and rides horses. Yoga has taught her to be grateful for her life and her body, and arthritis is something she now considers a gift because it led her to a healthier lifestyle. Read more about Alex’s journey and be inspired to heal your own body! More »

That Girl: Meet Inspirational Runner and Triathlete, Caitlin Constantine

Each week on That Girl we celebrate inspirational female athletes. This week, we are proud to feature Caitlin Constantine, a competitive runner and triathlete with such an inspiring attitude about sports. Being physically active and fit is Caitlin’s way to push her boundaries and test her limits–things that have ultimately enabled her to become stronger and braver. Not only has this been life changing for her, but they can be for all females, she says. “I think these are great qualities for anyone to have, but especially women and girls, as we have to deal with a whole set of challenges imposed on us by a culture that has designated us the ‘weaker’ sex.” Take a look at Caitlin’s story and be inspired by how emotional running makes her! More »

That Girl: Meet Soccer Star And All-Around Athlete, Michelle Paster

This week on That Girl we are celebrating Michelle Paster, an inspiring athlete from California who not only plays co-ed soccer, but she also wakeboards, scuba dives and teaches adaptive skiing through Disabled Sports. On top of all that, she is planning a heli-skiing trip to Utah this winter. The biggest lesson that she’s learned through sports? Don’t compare yourself to others. We couldn’t agree more. Take a look at how she does it all: More »

‘Human Mannequin’ Louise Wedderburn: “If It Doesn’t Bother Me, It Shouldn’t Bother You”

Louise Wedderburn was born with a genetic condition, Fibrodysplasia ossificans progressiva, which can cause tissue to turn into bone — slowly freezing her body permanently into place. Yet the Scottish 19-year-old remains hearteningly positive. She hasn’t let the condition stop her from interning at London Fashion Week and Elle magazine. And she agreed to be the subject of a documentary –The Human Mannequin, which airs on Scottish TV tonight – in the hopes of raising awareness about her condition. More »

That Girl Round-Up: 9 Most Inspiring “Real” Women Who Kick Ass

Each week at Blisstree we feature a different female athlete as part of our That Girl series. These are everyday “real” women who balance health and fitness with being a mom, running a business and/or having a career. In addition to kicking some serious ass on the road, on the slopes or in the gym, these women inspire us with their best tips for living a healthy life. We took a vote and came up with the top nine who have inspired us the most during the past year. Take a look!
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Diana Nyad In Third Straight Day Of Swimming And Fighting Sharks…Makes Us Feel Like Major Slouches

If there’s anyone we want to make us feel like a slouch, it’s Diana Nyad. The 62-year-old is attempting (for the fourth time) to become the first person to swim from Cuba to Florida without a wetsuit or a shark cage. She just finished her second night in the ocean (that’s right–she swims all day and all night in the open water), which means that as we slept and lounged this weekend, watching whatever we watch now that the Olympics are over, Diana was swimming the entire time–all while hoping not to get attacked by a shark. No wonder that she’s been called the toughest athlete in the world. More »

That Girl: Meet ‘Fitness Concierge’ Vanessa Martin

This week on That Girl we are celebrating Vanessa Martin, a personal trainer and “fitness concierge” from New York City who loves nothing more than waking up early in the morning to motivate others with strength, fitness, power and fun. We love her positive, can-do attitude, and we’re especially inspired by her journey from a serious car accident back to fitness. Take a look at her story:
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From Near-Death To Running Marathons, ‘Because I Can’

Some people are true inspirations in life. Janet Oberholtzer is one of them. The 46 year-old mother of three from Pennsylvania was in a nearly-fatal car accident in 2004 that caused her to be severely injured and unable to walk. But, because she says our bodies are meant to move, she battled pain and depression and chose a different path for herself, which today includes running marathons “because she can.” Read her story and be inspired. More »

That Girl: Meet Crossfit, Yoga And Runner Girl, Tessa Waldrep

This week on That Girl, we are celebrating Tessa Waldrep, a North Carolina runner, yogi and Crossfit athlete who believes we are way more capable than we think we are. Case in point, Tessa couldn’t even run one mile when she first started working out. Now she makes running–and other sports–a regular part of her routine. We love that she also has a group of workout buddies who hold her accountable. Find out what they do if she doesn’t get out of bed in the morning! More »

That Girl: Meet Mountain Biker, Adventure Girl, Melissa Marker

This week on That Girl, we are celebrating Melissa Marker, a Florida native who loves all things adventurous. Included in her fitness repertoire are mountain biking, hiking, trail running, marathons and triathlons. If you ask Melissa, no day is complete without a “good sweat session”. And because we admire any girl who is fit simply for the love of sport and adventure, we are excited to share her inspiration with you. Oh, and we especially love what she does when she doesn’t feel like working out! Take a look: More »

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