The world needs strong women. Women who will lift and build others, who will love and be loved. Women who will live bravely, both tender and fierce. Women of indomitable will. ~Amy Tenney
It was incredible to celebrate International Women’s Day with these strong women at Athleta UWS at the Sweat for Smiles‘ “Wind Down For Women’s Day Party”. Guests relaxed with a guided meditation, healthy bites, fitness-friendly cocktails, shopping perks, a raffle, and more. This meditation party was in support of the GlamourGals Foundation, an incredible charity that empowers teen women to support elderly women, one makeover (or manicure) at a time.
Missed the party? Take a look at the event highlights.
The Good Cause: GlamourGals Foundation
According to GlamourGals, About 60% of senior citizens in nursing homes do not get visitors. The GlamourGals Foundation mission is “To inspire and organize teen volunteers to provide ongoing companionship and complimentary beauty makeovers to women living in senior homes.” For more, please visit GlamourGals.org.
Guided Meditation by Karina Blackwood (@blissedhappiness): As soon as everyone arrived, the incredible Karina Blackwood led everyone through a calming 20 minute meditation. Guests were amazed at how relaxed and stress-free they were at the end of the session.
Special Guest Dr. Maggie Cadet: Sweat for Smiles’ Founder, Ashley Slaughter welcomed everyone to the event. Following, Sweat for Smiles Wellness Contributor, and NYC Rheumatologist, Dr. Maggie Cadet, spoke to guests about women being advocates for their own health, and common conditions that affect women.
Fitness-Friendly Cocktails, Courtesy of TYKU: Attendees enjoyed healthy cocktails courtesy of TYKU Sake Cucumber. We mixed it with low-calorie lemonade for a refreshing post-workout sip
Healthy Bites: Appetizers included cucumber slices topped with reduced fat cream cheese and cherry tomatoes.
Women’s Day Raffle: After shopping around Athleta (with an exclusive discount!), Sweat for Smiles raffled off a bracelet, courtesy of Irina Jewelry as well as $50 gift card to Athleta.
What a successful event! Happy International Women’s Day all!
Best,
Ashley