A Balanced Perspective Weekly
on Health and Wellness
July 10, 2007
1. Free Tour of an Urban Farm
2. Introductory Wellness Package
3. Self-Esteem and Body Image Night - $20
4. Cooking Classes
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1. Free Tour of an Urban Farm
I am having a great summer. I love taking advantage
of all the free events the city has to offer. Tonight I
took pilates on the river and it was great! There was
a terrific breeze and the water was choppy. I met a
couple friends there and I got a great workout.
For those of you who want to check it out. Pilates is
at 6:30 on Tuesdays and Yoga is at 6:30 on
Wednesdays. For location click here.
For those of you interested in a more sustainable
environment, have you heard of The Science Barge?
This is a very cool set-up sitting on the Hudson River,
and you can check it out for free.

The Science Barge is a sustainable urban farm
powered by solar, wind, and biofuels, and irrigated by
rainwater and purified riverwater. They grow fresh
fruit and vegetables using recirculating hydroponics.
New York Sun Works is an organization that promotes
sustainability by building and testing ecologically
responsible systems for the production of energy,
clean water, and food, and by scientifically observing
and measuring human impacts on the local environment.
Their website says that "there could be enough rooftop
space in New York City to grow all of our fresh
vegetables.
Cool huh!
I've passed by the barge often on my morning walks,
and I'm definitely planning to attend one of their free
tours. You should take the opportunity to check it out
too.
The barge is currently in Riverside Park, opposite west
70th street.
Public Tour Schedule:
(This schedule begins July 7)
Tuesday: 4:00 PM
Wednesday: 4:00PM
Thursday: 4:00 PM
Friday: 4:00 PM
Saturday: 11:00 AM, 12:00 PM, 3:00 PM and 4:00 PM
Sunday: 11:00 AM, 12:00 PM, 3:00 PM and 4:00 PM
http://nysunworks.org/
Will I see you at pilates next week?
xoxo
Melissa
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2. Introductory Coaching Package
Want to try out wellness coaching, get an assessment of
your current diet and lifestyle, and find out how and
where you could find more balance and fulfillment?
Want to have fun doing it too?
The introductory package includes:
Initial 50 minutes session: we'll take a full assessment,
discuss your concerns, and you'll walk away with a few
recommendations to get you started.
Cooking Class: You'll learn how to make some great food
that's much healthier than the alternatives. You'll learn
about exotic whole foods and how to make them taste
amazing!
Health Food Store Tour: We'll calm your confusion
walking through the aisles of a health food store. I'll
explain what those strange looking foods are and I'll even
give you some health tips.
Follow-up Session: We'll end the package with a 50 min.
follow-up session. We'll discuss your experiences, what
recommendations are working for you from the first
session, the cooking class, and health food store tour,
and I'll give you some final recommendations to take with
you.
The cost for this program is $300.
Please call or e-mail me for details.
Melissa@myheartdances.com
917-689-6530
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Within the past few months I have made huge lifestyle
changes. I take time to listen to what my body needs.
My cravings for artificial sweeteners and processed foods
have diminished. I cook with all whole foods and feel
stronger, more alert, vibrant, and healthy. I have a
renewed passion for life and sense of well-being. I am
overcoming my eating disorder, exploring my spirituality,
and discovering new possibilities for a gratifying career
path. I treasure our relationship. Thank you so much for
your support.
Elyse, Dancer, NYC
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3. Self-Esteem and Body Image Night
Tuesday July 24, 7 -9pm
$20
Please contact me to register.
Tonight we will do various activities to not only improve your
self-esteem and body image, but help you understand how it is
affected by the world around us and what you can do about it.
The workshop provides interesting and interactive discussion,
and you will definitely grow from the experience. This is a great
opportunity for you to learn how other women in the room are
affected by media, men, other women, society, and culture.
We will have time to share and discuss our personal views on
society and how we are impacted daily by these issues.
melissa@myheartdances.com
917-689-6530
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4. Cooking Classes - 2007
(located on the Upper West Side)
Organic Food, Organic FUN, and Good Company
Thank you for sharing you home, knowledge, great recipes,
and warm friends. There's something very intimate about
creating and sharing a meal with others. It was interesting
to learn about your holistic health background and cook
with new ingredients. I look forward to taking more classes
with you. - Heather
***Some of these dishes might sound new to you, but I
promise you, they are delicious!!****
Tuesday, July 10 6:30 pm (closed)
Vegetable Maki Rolls
Citrus Guacamole
Salsa! Salsa!
Miso Soup
Saturday, July 21 11:00 a.m. (3 spots open)
California Waldorf Salad
Picnic Potato Salad
Lemon Vanilla Mousse
Lime-ade
Thursday, August 2 - 6:30pm
Sautéed Seitan w/ Red & Yellow Peppers
Steamed Eggplant with Sweet Miso Sauce
Stir-Fried Sesame Beet Greens
Almond Crème
Don't see a class on days that you are available?
Make a request... melissa@myheartdances.com
Pre-Register Today – Only $40 per class
All classes are held on the Upper West Side
Class is from 6:30 until 8:30p.m.
And includes all of the following
*Hands-on instruction
*Meet new people
*Learn cool facts and tips about the food you’re eating
*Get healthy tips
*Receive a copy of the recipe to take home
*Enjoy a DELICIOUS meal at the end of class!
Made by The Fabulous You!
Please contact Melissa at Melissa@myheartdances.com for
more details and to register or call 917-689-6530
**Classes are fun, relaxed, and not intimidating! They are
great for beginners!
**Private classes are also available, more details at:
http://www.myheartdances.com/services/cook_class.htm
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"You are non-judgmental and so real and practical about
dealing with these issues. I tell everyone about you.
You are so young, but you are so smart and have great
insight. I love working with you, and I'm a tough
customer." GG, NYC
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