Date: August 20th, 2010
By: admin
On August 21st, bpure will be launching its affiliate company, The 3c Campaign. The 3c Campaign is a movement to spread awareness and raise money for children with HIV and AIDS . Create, Connect, Choose (3C) campaign was founded by Isiah Brooks, owner of bpure,with the desire to build and raise HIV and AIDS awareness. Isiah assissted by his Dream Team, developed this concept witht the hope that it will be recognized globally. The components of 3C focus on the development and growth of the young adult while inspiring individuals to make informed, safe and healthy sexual choices. Please join us on August 21st @ 8pm @ BAR &721 ,721 Lincoln Lane and help us raise money for the children of South Florida. Join the Movement!!!
For more information email vaughn.steven@gmail.com Event Manager
Tags: 3c campaign, august 21st, bar 721, beware swimwear, bpure, children, choose, connect, create, designs by tek, dj raz the kid, entice swimwear, healthy sexual choices, hiv and aids, isiah brooks, paul mitchell hi-tech cosmetology school, south florida, steven vaughn
No Comments »
Date: July 22nd, 2010
By: admin
A cheerleader is defined as “a person who leads cheers and applause, especially at sporting events.” So it’s with some irony that an activity supposed to bring people together has been so divisive. Specifically around whether cheerleading is actually a sport.
It’s been a point of contention for years, although I’m perfectly fine with calling it a sport. (Wherever you end up in that argument, this much isn’t up for debate: cheerleading is extremely dangerous.) A federal judge, however, has decreed differently with one big caveat (via KPTV.com):
Competitive cheerleading is not an official sport that colleges can use to meet gender-equity requirements, a federal judge ruled Wednesday in ordering a Connecticut school to keep its women’s volleyball team.
Several volleyball players and their coach had sued Quinnipiac University after it announced in March 2009 that it would eliminate the team for budgetary reasons and replace it with a competitive cheer squad.
The school contended the cheer squad and other moves kept it in compliance with Title IX, the 1972 federal law that mandates equal opportunities for men and women in education and athletics. But U.S. District Judge Stefan Underhill disagreed in a ruling that those involved say was the first time the cheerleading issue has been decided by a judge.
For an activity to be considered a sport under Title IX it has to have coaches, practices, competitions during a defined season and a governing organization. Also — and this is a biggie — it must “have competition as its primary goal – not merely the support of other athletic teams.”
No word on if the judge weighed in on the scourge that has become spaghetti-strap tops.
Read More at http://backporch.fanhouse.com/2010/07/22/federal-judge-rules-that-cheerleading-is-not-a-sport/?icid=main|aim|dl7|link4|http%3A%2F%2Fbackporch.fanhouse.com%2F2010%2F07%2F22%2Ffederal-judge-rules-that-cheerleading-is-not-a-sport%2F
Tags: 1972 federal law, afp, backporchfanhouse.com, cheerleading, connecticut schools, federal judge ruling, kptv.com, men, sport, timothy a. clary, title ix, u.s. district judge stefan underhill, women
No Comments »
Date: June 9th, 2010
By: Isiah Brooks
I would like to congratulate Mercedes Butler,winner of the bpure college scholarship, and all of the students that participated in the scholarship contest. On Tuesday June 8th, 2010 I had the privilege of meeting some of Washington, DC’s future stars. No I am not talking about the Washington Redskins, but I am talking about an organization of mentors and mentees located at 1327 14th St. NW, Suite 200 Washington, DC 20005 that goes by the name of Urban Alliance.
Urban Alliance is the only year long employment program for under resourced high school seniors in Washington, DC, and Baltimore, MD. The goal is to give youth access to professional growth and experiences. The program prepares youth for a life of work and self sufficiency through paid internships, formal training, and mentorship. The staff and kids are taking responsibility for their success because each and every one of them have come to realize the dream is present, but if they don’t do their part the dream will turn into a nightmare. Listening to their stories and sharing an evening of excitement and academic stimulation was amazing. Good luck Urban Alliance. The bpure family stands with you.
Tags: isiah brooks, mentorship, mercedes butler, professional growth, urban alliance internship program
No Comments »
Date: May 18th, 2010
By: Isiah Brooks
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Contact: Isiah Brooks
ibrooks@bpure.org
(305)975-9075
bpure LLC Presents
“Party with a Purpose” Happy Hour to benefit Urban Alliance
Washington, DC – June 9- bpure LLC helps both experienced athletes and those new to fitness achieve a healthy, eco-friendly lifestyle through events and articles that promote health, food, fashion, fitness, culture, and the arts. bpure hosts Party with a Purpose to promote and benefit a cause. During each event, bpure sponsors a particular organization, and highlights the work that organization does to promote health, green living, and/or social justice. Proceeds from the event benefit the sponsored organization. Join us on June 9, 2010 from 6:00 p.m.-9pm at Funxion, located at 1309 F Street NW for the Party With a Purpose Happy Hour fundraiser for Urban Alliance.
Isiah Brooks, President of bpure, will host the event to highlight the work that Urban Alliance has done to empower under-resourced youth in DC and Baltimore to aspire, work and succeed through paid internships, formal training, and mentorship, and to raise funds to help Urban Alliance continue this work. In addition to the Party with a Purpose Happy Hour, bpure is also sponsoring a $1,000 scholarship essay contest, and will select one Urban Alliance High School Intern as the bpure scholarship recipient.
bpure LLC has hosted numerous Party with a Purpose events in Miami, Florida to benefit organizations, such as No More Tears, Susan G. Komen For the Cure, and ECOMB. The Party with a Purpose Happy Hour to benefit Urban Alliance is bpure’s first fundraising venture in Washington, DC.
Tags: press release
1 Comment »
Date: May 15th, 2010
By: Isiah Brooks
Based in Washington, DC, FunXion represents one of the nation’s first true-fit functional food restaurant and lounge serving up health-promoting and delicious comfort foods and beverages using ingredients that offer both flavor and nutrition aimed at increasing the body’s potential. All of FunXion’s dishes are meticulously crafted by dietary and culinary experts to provide maximum health benefits and flavor.
FunXion’s philanthropic alter ego, DysFunXion, represents the collaboration of philanthropy and nightlife. DysFunXion’s beverage construct is an extension of its overall philosophy: to create the most nutritious and fit servings for its customers. Just as every one of FunXion’s dishes is specifically designed to provide delicious, all-natural nutrition, so too is each beverage. Each of FunXion’s signature drinks contain superfood, antioxidant-rich fresh fruit mixers that are all cooked in-house, and top-shelf spirits. FunXion also takes great steps to offer functional bio-dynamic wine, environmentally friendly spirits and organic beer options.
FunXion’s interior design and architecture offers an open, colorful space that visuially reflects its commitment to all matters related to its philosophical values: freshness, environmentalism, fitness, passion and verdancy. The FunXion team chose a motif inspired by the colors of the tropics with the goal of filtering these visual statements throughout the space. This earthy philosophy, combined with the ultra modern steel and stone highlights creates an interplay of positive space and comfort. The creation of a mezzanine space allowed the partners to cater to a wider variety of customers, creating spaces where clients can both seek privacy, and mingle where the action is.
We are proud to have Funxion host our party with a purpose. This will be one of bpure’s largest events outside of Florida. The night will be filled with lots of excitement and more importantly, bpure will be awarding its first college scholarship to one deserving recipient.
Tags: 1st annual bpure scholarship contest, environmentalism, fitness, funxion, natural nutrition, organic beverages, passion, philanthropy, urban alliance high school internship, washington dc
No Comments »
Date: April 29th, 2010
By: Isiah Brooks
Myth #1: You don’t have to count calories Fact: Counting calories is important You definitely need to count calories in order to lose weight. People tend to overestimate their physical activity and underestimate their calories. Don’t rely on eyeballing your caloric intake or trying to estimate it. Instead, every day write down what you eat, the corresponding calories, and your physical activity. To make it easier for you to quantify your physical activity, wear a pedometer. Do this every day. Don’t do it just once or twice a week. Consistency is important for dieting. Sure, this isn’t easy. But if you want to lose weight, this is important to do on a daily basis. And remember that a calorie is a calorie whether it’s fat, sugar, or protein. Still, some foods are more calorie-dense than others. That means that they contain more calories per ounce. Carbohydrates and protein have the same calories per ounce. Fat, on the other hand, has twice as many, so the calories found in fat add up twice as fast. Eat fatty foods — dairy products, skin on meat, fatty meats — in moderation. You want to limit your intake of fat, but you don’t want to stop eating fat. Fat increases your sense of fullness. Your body also needs a small amount of fat to function. Fat is part of our cell structure. The body can’t make some essential fatty acids on its own, so it needs to obtain them from an outside source. Read more: I found this article very helpful. You can find more about Madelyn Fernstrom Nutritionist at http://today.msnbc.msn.com/id/13897378#ixzz0mWffXGLE
Tags: calories, dairy products, fatty foods, food, msnbc, myths about dieting, nutritionist madelyn fernstrom
No Comments »
Date: April 28th, 2010
By: Isiah Brooks
Get off your butt and Move!! Stop making excuses for your health! Remember something is better than nothing! Do a quick 30min routine, even if its just stati0nary movement’s. For example Jumping Jacks, Push-ups, jog in place etc. Your goal is to increase your heart-rate safely, and enjoy your endorphin rush.
Tags: endorphins, heartrate, Jennifer Robinson, jog, jumping jacks, pushups, tip of the day
No Comments »
Date: April 28th, 2010
By: Isiah Brooks
BPURE is hosting a casting call for Featured Trainers and Athletes at KBC Galvanized! This is a no miss opportunity!
Athletes may apply to become the featured athlete by submitting 3 photographs (a head shot, sport wear, and swim wear), a health or fitness-related article, and a brief biography. bpure staff then evaluates the submission to determine if the athlete’s physical fitness, health philosophies, and lifestyle are in line with the bpure mission, and chooses featured athletes accordingly. Athletes of the month are able to help other bpure members attain a healthy lifestyle by sharing their expertise and knowledge, and they also get exposure and promotion for the month.
There will be a photographer present for headshots. Meantion you are attending the event and recieve a 10% discount.
Can’t attend the convention, no worries submit all info to ibrooks@bpure.org to be considered
Tags: casting call, featured athlete, kbc galvanized, models, Sofia Venanzetti, trainers
No Comments »
Date: April 13th, 2010
By: Isiah Brooks
Born in New Orleans, LA in 1983, but grew up in Orlando, FL. I attended the Valencia there studying business. Over the last few years I have worked in middle management roles in various job fields. Last year I decided to leave Orlando and move down to Fort Lauderdale and pursue a degree at the Art Institute of Fort Lauderdale. I have been shooting digital photography for the past 4 years. I have done a lot of work with artists and live music events, including coverage of Florida Music Festival and Ultra Music Fest. I have also worked with bands such as Between the Trees, Modern Day Escape, John Bulford, and Jim Van Fleet. Currently building a creative collective with other emerging artist in the Fort Lauderdale area. With goals falling in line with BPure, I feel this is just another step in the right direction.
You can reach Steven M. Vaughn at www.vonpix.com or email him at vaughn.steven@gmail.com, 407.497.8506
Tags: between the trees, bpure event photographer, florida music festival, jim van fleet, john bulford, modern day escape, steven vaughn, ultra music fest, www.vonpix.com
No Comments »
bpure Facebook Fan Page
bpure on Twitter
bpure Articles RSS