February is National Cancer Prevention Month! While this month serves as a reminder that prevention and preventative measures are important, we should be mindful EACH AND EVERY DAY of what we can do to lower our risks and the impact we have on the lives of those around us. With Valentine’s Day fast approaching, we want…
Vivekan, Bodhisattva Yoga’s founder/co-director, shared this gem with us regarding red wine and breast health! Alcohol is known to increase estrogen levels fostering the growth of breast cancer cells. However, recent research suggests that moderate red wine drinking can actually ward off this leading form of women’s cancer. Compounds in the red grapes’ skin and…
Everyone remembers to put on sunscreen before hitting the beach (at least we hope you do!) but not as many people think about it before hitting the slopes. Although it may be freezing outside, sun reflecting off of the snow can be very harsh and damaging to your skin and eyes, which can cause cataracts,…
January is Learn to Ski and Snowboard Month! If you have yet to be acquainted with the exhilaration that one can only experience by bombing down a mountain (or successfully tackling your first bunny hill) then now is the time to see what you’ve been missing! Snow sports are not only the single most fun way to take advantage…
Since it’s Friday, we’re pulling a long overdue Thank You out of our Fun Bag for the participants and hosts of the first ever Boobs on Boards longboard-a-thon event in Central Park, NYC. Special thanks goes out to B4BC supporter and Bustin Team Rider Maribeth McHugh and Anh-Linh Trinh of SheRED Magazine. NYC is near…
This week, we’re sharing Emily’s story, a woman who battled and conquered breast cancer when she was only 23, and later discovered and became very close to B4BC. Read her story here, and don’t forget to Check One, Two. Since 2005, B4BC has been encouraging you to “share your story” as a means to connect…
With the snowboarding season here we want to make sure that your body is in tip-top shape to hit the hill! Check out these exercises on FitSugar.com that Olympic snowboarders Gretchen Bleiler, Hannah Teter, and Kelly Clark do when they hit the gym. These exercises are geared to keep your core and legs strong,…
Fuuuunnnnbaaagggg Friiiiiidaaayyyyyy: Bringing you a plethora of wonders and surprises to wrap up your week, kick off your weekend, and give you even more ways you can get stoked on life. This Funbag Friday, we’re sharing a wealth of wisdom with you. Here are 50 ways to bring a bit of zen to your day,…
Today is Wednesday, and on Wednesdays your friends at B4BC like to remind you to Pause for Prevention. Don’t get freaked out, we’re not going to hit you with heavy bummer info. We’re going to simply share with you some super valuable tips, articles, and ideas on how to be your healthiest you. Take a…
HEY CALIFORNIA! WE’RE HITTING THE ROAD THIS MONTH TO REMIND YOU TO CHECK ONE, TWO! Look for us on the road at college campuses, skateparks, surf breaks and other community hot spots to receive healthful info, as well as have the chance to test your breast knowledge and win prizes from our friends at Tilly’s,…