Originally published on Over the years, strength sports like powerlifting which stems from weightlifting have seen an uptick in participation by women. What is powerlifting? It is where the heaviest weight is used in three different categories: squat, benchpress and deadlift. Fitness experts say the benefits of lifting weights whether in workout or sport for women can…
With her stylish outfits, golden heart, and trademark Nuyorican sass, Andrea Navedo’s charm was palpable from the moment she graced the screen as Xiomara Villanueva in the CW’s hit show Jane The Virgin. For years, as I made my way through college, my mom and I would huddle around the TV in our cramped Brooklyn…
When you think of Desi Arnaz, you can’t help but think of his iconic and beloved character “Ricky Ricardo” in the famous I Love Lucy series which aired from 1951 – 1957, and the Lucy-Desi Comedy Hour from 1957-1960. The Latino community has every reason to celebrate the legend and brilliance of Arnaz’s contributions to…
I had the pleasure of speaking with Annette Chavez Macias, author of “Big Chicas Don’t Cry,” a novel about four Mexican-American cousins in Southern California who navigate the trials and tribulations of being a Latina woman in the United States. For reference, I was able to read “Big Chicas Don’t Cry” in October and wrote…
My name is Veronica Garza, and I am a third-generation Mexican-American from Laredo, Texas. If I had been told as a child that I would help start a Mexican-American food brand with my family, I would never have believed it. A “businesswoman” was not something I thought I’d be—especially not at a business I helped…
If you’ve picked up a magazine, scrolled through TikTok, or turned on Netflix in the past year, chances are you’ve heard of Jenna Ortega. Born in 2002, Jenna Marie Ortega is the Gen Z It Girl. Her roles are current, moving, and always intentional. Her acting skills are supreme, and given her heritage as the…
With the buzz of Halloween and the holidays, it’s important to take time to honor Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead). Together, we can take a look at the history of Día de los Muertos and how this holiday came to fruition. We can also observe the traditions of Día de los Muertos…
This Giving Tuesday Latintias invited supporters and sponsors to their home office for some cozy festivities at their annual open house event. The theme was Navidad Tropical, and true to it the organization had fun holiday music, beautiful decorations, and a tiki hut courtesy of Texas Tiki Time. As guests mingled and discussed their love…
This past weekend Latinitas partnered up with AVANCE and Con Mi Madre to throw a Salsa event benefiting all three local organizations. The event, which took place this past Saturday, was hosted by Telemundo’s very own News Anchor Lorena Placencia. Doors opened at 6 PM, and so did the outdoor dance floor. On the main…
