Topic: That Girl

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 »

That Girl: Meet Chicks With Picks Climber, Kim Reynolds

This week on That Girl we are celebrating Kim Reynolds, founder of Chicks Climbing (otherwise known as Chicks with Picks–a title we love). At 53 years old, how does Kim stay fit and healthy? By ice climbing, of course! It’s something that gives her confidence, strength, positive energy and the wisdom that she can do anything. Read on to find out more about Kim and how she trusts herself, her friends and Mother Nature to get her to the top of those very steep–and icy–peaks: More »

That Girl: Meet Natural Model and Personal Trainer, Frances Cordova

This week on That Girl we are celebrating Frances Cordova, a natural model, personal trainer and ambassador for Healthy is the New Skinny, an organization that strives to bring health, joy and responsibility to the beauty and fashion industry (hooray for that!). Frances says she grew up playing basketball, field hockey and lacrosse. Now, she’s more into boxing, circuit training and conditioning. “Anything that gets my heart pumping: count me in!” We especially love what she says inspires her to get fit everyday…take a look: More »

That Girl: Meet Professional Climber Steph Davis

Talk about a strong, determined, positive female! This week on That Girl we are celebrating professional rock climber and base jumper, Steph Davis. Not only does she spend her time climbing in Moab and traveling, but she also takes part in base jumping, running, yoga and skate skiing. But if you ask Steph, climbing is her first priority. “People always ask, ‘why do you climb?’”, she writes. “The short answer is, ‘Because I love it.’ But there’s so much more… connecting deeply with friends and with the natural world, challenging my notions of what’s possible, living life as intensely and as simply as I can.” Read more about Steph and be inspired! More »

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That Girl: Meet Yogi And Personal Trainer, Sarah Bregel

This week on That Girl we are celebrating Sarah Bregel, a busy mom, writer, personal trainer and yogi who manages to make it all work. Her secret? Short, powerful workouts. “You really don’t have to spend two hours working out; you just have to make the time you have count,” Sarah says. “That’s one of the most important things I’ve learned.” Find out what else she’s learned and how she fits it all in! More »

That Girl: Meet Extreme Sports Lover, Sara Lingafelter

This week on That Girl we’re putting the spotlight on Sara Lingafelter, a rock climber, moutaineer, skier and hiker who balances it all with yoga. She does all of this while managing rheumatoid arthritis, and because of that, says she doesn’t take her body, her ability to move and her sports for granted. In fact, Sara says she’s a “better me” when she works out and realizes that you “don’t have to be the fastest, the most fearless, or the strongest to feel fast, confident and strong.” We love that! Read on for more of Sara’s story. More »

That Girl: Meet All-Around Athlete And Motivator, Jessica Bellofatto

This week on That Girl we are celebrating Jessica Bellofatto, an awesome all-around athlete who does everything from yoga to surfing to paddle boarding to running. When she’s not teaching others how to move and love their bodies, Jessica is busy loving and moving her own body. It’s through constantly trying new things that she maintains her inspiration to stay fit. That, and one simple word that doesn’t exist to her… More »

That Girl: Meet Holly Woodcock Who Lost 100 Pounds Through Crossfit

This week on That Girl, we are celebrating Holly Woodcock, an inspiring woman who lost over 100 pounds through Crossfit. Holly’s philosophy is, “In sports and in life you will never get any better if you can’t check your ego at the door and learn to take feedback.” By doing so and having the courage to walk into Crossfit two years ago, she has changed her life. Read more about Holly’s story and how she lost the weight: More »

That Girl: Meet Debra Higginbotham Who Lost Over 100 Pounds

This week on That Girl we are celebrating Debra Higginbotham, who amazed us with her 100-pound weight loss. Through a combination of walking, hiking, swimming and eating right, Debra was able to get healthy and get pregnant. To her, family is the biggest inspiration in staying fit–that, and finding a “big fat mountain” and climbing it. Read on for more of Debra’s story and how she lost this weight: More »

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