PULSE.Byline: - Compiled by Mariko Thompson SEDUCTION 101: ``The Art of Exotic Dancing for Everyday Women'' (DVD DVD: see digital versatile disc. DVD in full digital video disc or digital versatile disc Type of optical disc. The DVD represents the second generation of compact-disc (CD) technology. and VHS (Video Home System) A half-inch, analog videocassette recorder (VCR) format introduced by JVC in 1976 to compete with Sony's Betamax, introduced a year earlier. ; $19.95) has been billed as a fitness workout. Sure, it burns a few calories. But let's be honest. The purpose here is seduction, not sweat. Instructor Laurie Conrad breaks down the striptease, teaching the step-drag walk, hip rolls and floor poses. The video carefully counters the bimbo image of the stripper Stripper Slang for an individual homeowner who strips the equity out of his or her home through mortgage refinancing. Proceeds are generally not re-invested, but spent on consumer goods. Notes: Most people get rich by saving and investing wisely. by featuring a diverse group of women in the class and by touting exotic dance as a self-esteem builder. Included in the cast are Tammy, the 30-year-old raised as a strict Mennonite; Carolyn, the 48-year-old breast-cancer survivor; and Cathie, the 53-year-old grandmother and wife of a CEO (1) (Chief Executive Officer) The highest individual in command of an organization. Typically the president of the company, the CEO reports to the Chairman of the Board. . The good news is that the various moves and poses are easy enough to learn. The bad news is that too much of the 47-minute video is spent interviewing the women in the class. And while Conrad effectively isolates the elements of the striptease, the viewer is left to put them together into a finished routine. At $79, a local Art of Exotic Dancing workshop costs more but might be a better initial investment. The three-hour classes are scheduled for 6:30 p.m. April 25 at the Athletic Garage, 121 Waverly Drive, Pasadena; and 5 p.m. April 26 at Anisa's School of Dance, 14252 Ventura Blvd., Sherman Oaks. Wear exercise clothing and bring a sexy pair of high heels, an oversize o·ver·size n. 1. A size that is larger than usual. 2. An oversize article or object. adj. o·ver·size also o·ver·sized Larger in size than usual or necessary. Adj. 1. man's button-up shirt and a towel. For more information, visit www.artofexoticdancing.com. THE CUP OF LIFE: These celebrity-designed bras aren't for wearing, but they'll still give support. Sotheby's will host an online auction featuring more than 50 bras to raise money for breast cancer research between Tuesday and April 14. The fund-raiser, sponsored by Frederick's of Hollywood Frederick's of Hollywood is a well known retailer of lingerie in the United States, with stores in many modern shopping malls across the USA. The business was started by Frederick Mellinger (inventor of the push-up bra) in 1946. , will benefit the charity Expedition Inspiration Take-A-Hike and will promote research at the UCLA UCLA University of California at Los Angeles UCLA University Center for Learning Assistance (Illinois State University) UCLA University of Carrollton, TX and Lower Addison, TX Jonsson Comprehensive Cancer Center and the USC An abbreviation for U.S. Code. Norris Comprehensive Cancer Center. Visit www.fredericks.com to preview the glamorous, flamboyant and - in some cases - humorous bras designed by Tea Leoni, Debra Messing, Sarah Jessica Parker, Rod Stewart, Susan Sarandon, Cindy Crawford, Ed Harris and more. POCKET IT: No more keys threaded through the shoelaces or gripped in your sweaty palm. Socaroo, a white athletic sock that sports a pocket sealed with Velcro, is perfect for exercising or running errands. Ankle socks easily fit a house key and some change. The crew sock pocket is also large enough to hold a credit card or a gym membership card. Socaroo costs $5 per pair and comes in men's, women's and children's sizes. Visit www.socaroo.com or call (310) 559-4011 for more information. TAKE IT OUTSIDE: Celebrate spring with an outdoor fitness and exercise walk at Soka University of America SUA's educational philosophy was established by Tsunesaburo Makiguchi, the first president of Soka Gakkai, who had worked as the principal of an elementary school in Japan. Makiguchi published the Value Creating Educational System based on his belief that "the purpose of education is to in Calabasas at 9:30 a.m. April 4. The class is free and features a moderate hike followed by a one-hour exercise session. The session emphasizes body alignment, deep breathing, stretching and toning. The fitness walk will be led by Gail Holloway, a personal fitness consultant and dance instructor. The campus is at 26800 W. Mulholland Highway. Call (818) 878-3741 for reservations or more information. - M.T. CAPTION(S): 3 photos Photo: (1) no caption (``The Art of Exotic Dancing for Everyday Women'') (2) no caption (Bra) (3) no caption (Socaroo socks with pocket) |
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