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So, Its official!!

We are very excited to announce we just closed on our new location for the Frankie Bruno Salon!

Coming this Spring to   7 2nd Ave NE  (old Whitfield Florist Building)

We are also thrilled to be a part of the growth of Downtown Hickory!

I would like to give a special thanks to Gavin Mitchell of Boyd & Hassel for making it all happen!

Can't wait to see you all there!

I am so excited to have 2 things now that he is so passionate about!!

First thing of course is hair!  

Fall / Winter hair that is .... So, for all you light brown and medium brown haired girls, copper was a great accent color over the summer, but now - for those who want to keep the red, its time to take it to more of a mahogany tone, giving it more depth and warmth .... and for darker haired girls that added highlights over the summer, its time to COVER THEM UP!  This will give you a nice contrast ... your stylist should know which color works best for you.

And for all the blondes that must stay blonde all year round, I'm ok with that, but you must add some low-lights (and you know when I say low-lights, I don't mean brown chunks) - I'm talking about some fine weaves of a darker blonde, 2:1, So your hair will still be bright but with more depth and contrast.

One more thing, remember, with the cooler weather you will have fly-aways so make sure you use some post-blow dry cream -- keep the moisture!


Second thing is my newly Co-owned Crossfit Hickory!!

The reason I became a partner in Crossfit Hickory (besides my amazing partners - Amy Christina and Carrie) I know, three girls, what was I thinking :)  its because I truly believe it's the best fitness program out there!  And of course you all know I am a true advocate of proper nutrition - which is a huge part of every fitness program (or should be) - so let US help YOU find your balance between fitness and nutrition!

This is the time right now to begin and get motivated!

Don't wait for another New Year Resolution phase to come and go .... do something now!

We offer a wide variety of classes, one on one training and my favorite, On-Ramp Class!

Crossfit is for everyone!!  Come and see for yourself!!

We are working on getting our new website up and running, but if you have any questions you can call Crossfit Hickory at  828-578-6181 and

you can also call me (OR BRIAN) at 828-304-2415

Peace Love and Fitness to All!!

Happy Holidays!!

Spring into action and book your hair appt.

Spring is in the air and so is good hair!! 

Due to the increase in New Clientele...

We just wanted to give our wonderful regular clients a heads-up regarding availability for hair appointments.  

If you do not have something already set up... 

April is getting busy and we are starting to book up to mid-May.  

So check your schedules and give us a call ... 

We will do our best to accommodate your request!

Did you say way? No, Whey!!

Since everyone keeps asking about Frankie's diet and supplement routine and how does he stay so Fabulous!!  well look no further ... you can logon to Crossfit Hickory Game Plan and check out part of his monthly supplement routine - among others at Crossfit Hickory as well ...

Create an account through this link and shop for 10% off!!  You will also have access to many Game Plans throughout the fitness community and Crossfit Boxes nationwide.  Check out this video to learn a little more about Team Game Plan ....

What is Game Plan?

Game Plan is the future of nutritional supplement delivery. We exist to educate, empower and energize consumers to make informed decisions about their health with world class nutritional supplements sold through our curated monthly game plans.

How do we do it?

Top quality nutritional supplements sell for 10 times what they cost to make. By eliminating brick and mortar stores, retail middlemen and brand licensing fees we can pass the savings to our customers and deliver the highest quality products right to their door.

Who says Game Plan has the best products?

We do, soon you will too. We have spent 6 years working with doctors, nutritionists and professional athletes developing our suite of products. They’re awesome!

Surround yourself with those who challenge you, push you and motivate you!

And that's what I want to do for you!  I am now teaching the 

'intro to Crossfit' class, aka On-Ramp: 

Tuesdays and Thursdays @ 6:00 am

$75.00 for the entire 5-week course

Crossfit Hickory - 14th Ave NE  

You can't beat that for the knowledge you will take away from this 

So all those clients who were waiting to start, now is your chance!  

We will also be going over my favorite thing as you all know ...

diet!

There's also the Saturday 8am Class with Tyler and myself;

$5.00 - Everyone Welcome!!

I'll be looking for you ......

It's time to break out those aprons, 

turn on the oven and get to baking!

We're having a bake sale!!

We are teaming up with Backstreets Bar & Grille 

in support of the 

Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure

When you ask?  

Saturday, October 4th - 9:30am - 2:00

Where pray tell?  

Right here at the Frankie Bruno Salon!

What should I bake you wonder?

Cakes, Cookies, Candies, Cupcakes ....

It's a bake sale!  Bake it and we will sell a piece or the whole thing for the Cure!

Anyone needing to deliver their baked goods before Saturday can do so at Backstreets - just let them know what it is for.  

Damn your hair is big n frizzy or are you just happy to see me!

Are you tired of your hair having its own zipcode?

Want to reduce your prep time in the morning?

Does your hair need an intense therapy session?

If you answered yes to any or all of the above then it's definitely time for you to see us for a Keratin treatment.

As you are aware there are many things we do that cause damage to our hair:

heat from styling tools like dryers, flat irons, curling irons, and some of you out there still using hot rollers!! just to name a few ... 

Do a Keratin Express treatment if you're in a hurry and don't want to wait the 3 days to wash your hair 

Or go all out and get the Full Keratin treatment and enjoy 4-6 months of fabulous hair!  

Either treatment will have your hair saying Thank You!! 

Since the cause of damage is damaged keratin, real keratin is the only thing that can actually repair damage.

Welcome to Spring, finally!!

Get your Spring/Summer Keratin treatments booked now - limited space available ..... 

Both Full and Express Keratin treatments may be booked on Wednesdays and Fridays; 

also some Saturdays when available.  

So don't delay getting your smooth on .... treat yourself and your hair to a fabulous Keratin Treatment!

Crossfit Games 2014 are on!!

First I want to say thanks to Kent Stamey  - he has developed an awesome Crossfit facility in Hickory and has kicked off another Crossfit Open Games with a bang!!  This is my first - this morning being the first of 5 weekends in total - I'm presently ranked in at 35th - although I was 33rd 20 minutes ago - but out of 539 and growing I'm going to pat myself on the back!

And a personal thank you to Greg Field for timing me today! and pushing me! and along with Kent, helping me get to this point in my Crossfit experience! Can't wait to compete at 50!!  Look out!

Everyone's welcome to come by this weekend and check out what's going on at crossfithickory.com

Hickory Crossfit is the best! and original!!


Frankie out

Todays Crossfit class rocked!!

It's amazing to see how much people achieve working hard at The Box.   

I had some extra time today to watch Tyler Billington, aka Sugar-Baby, train his class - which he really enjoys and takes pride in what he does!  ... 

It's great to see so many of them reaching their potential -

 And seeing so many new faces is awesome!!

  

... The energy is amazing when everybody is working hard !

Keep up the momentum!  The payoff is huge!!! 

Frankie out

and lastly, but certainly not least

one more shout out for the day .... 

this gentleman gets his own blogspot as he is getting ready to leave us soon - 

joining our troops in South Korea ....

Greg Field - Crossfit / Olympic Lifting Trainer Extraordinaire!!!

He's been training with me on Saturdays for the last 10 months .... He will be surely missed ... 

Love you Cupcake!!!!

have you had your Crossfit today?

How are those New Year's Resolutions coming along???  

Was getting healthy and fit one of them???  

I guarantee you that the on-ramp 5-week intro course 

offered at Crossfit Hickory 

will kick start you in the right direction ...

Obviously, I'm here to rave about Crossfit Hickory 

and the incredible Kent Stamey -

along with his Certified Crossfit Trainers!  

Martha ! WOW

Christine ! BAM

Amy ! BOO-YA

Derek ! SLAMMIN'

Tyler ! AKA Sugar-Bayybee

and coming soon ....

Frankie ! WHAAA?

yeh, I'm getting certified so look out !!  I'm also competing in the 

Crossfit Games Open 2014 

so wish me luck - or come and be one of my Cheerleaders!

Hey, did you know Kent placed 3rd in the Region at Crossfit Games Open 2013 and 70th worldwide?  And he continues to pass on his experience and knowledge to his trainers;  all the better for you!

..... and if you don't want a trainer, no problem!  

Try one of the many Classes available or do the Open Gym!

  

Expansion is underway at Crossfit Hickory!!  

The walls of Jericho are coming down - again! lol 

Come check it out!

Happy New Year!!!

We hope everyone enjoyed their Christmas and New Year's and are geared up for a fabulous 2014!

We would also like to extend a warm thank you to 

Highland Avenue Restaurant 

for their wonderful New Year's Eve dinner and party at the Crossing!  

The food was excellent and a good time was had by all!

Now, Lets get down to hair business ....

A lot of my girls are going insane with all the fly-aways!  With cold weather comes static and fly-aways  which means you need something on your hair after you dry it - and don't over-dry it because it will also cause static. 

So before you blow-dry your hair, you should definitely use a leave-in spray conditioner - mostly mid-shaft to the ends, comb it through, blow-dry - then take a leave-in CREAM (pea size) and work that through your hair.   

You know I'm a true believer in leave-in conditioners.

Love you all and looking forward to a fabulous NEW YEAR!!

Good Hair Day to ya!

Santa's coming to town ....

Santa bulletin!!

LouLou's Corner - Downtown Hickory Loulou's Corner 

will be hosting Santa from 4:30 to 6:30 this afternoon!!  

So grab those little ones and their Christmas lists 

and head on over to Union Square!!

Happy Holidays!!!

As you know, this is our crazy time of the year hence the reason we haven't been blogging as much ... 

We did want to take this opportunity to wish you all a 

Safe and Happy Holiday!!  

We will be back in full force for 2014!!

And those of you looking for something to do for New Year's Eve ... don't forget to check out 

Highland Ave and The Crossing at Hollar Mill -

make your reservations cause I'm sure they will get booked up fast!

Don't forget to support your local shops this Saturday!!

As you know, Saturday, November 30th is 

Small Business Saturday!  

Although we should be supporting the small businesses throughout the year, it is important to get out this Saturday and be reminded of all the wonderful things to be found from our local, smaller businesses.  

Of course, I can't post this without giving a shout out to my favorite establishments where you are sure to find many awesome gifts for yourself and your loved ones this holiday season ....

LuLu's Corner

Ella Blu

The Natural Olive 

Treasure's Vision

The Jewelry Exchange

From all of us here at the FB Salon, 

We want to wish you a very

Happy Thanksgiving!!!

It's all in the framework ....

and no, I don't mean the fabulous selection of frames you can find at Treasure's Vision lol ... I'm talking about the hair which frames your face.  

As you know, we always talk about going for a richer color in the fall with our browns and 'breds' but we have been incorporating some very fine, light highlights around the frame - just to give it that extra pop of brightness .... and I love it!!!  

It's tremendous!! 

Snap out of it!!

That's right ... Snap is out -- FUEL is IN!!  

HIIT them up right next door to FB Salon .... 

High

Intensity

Interval

Training

The team at Fuel is ready to help you reach Optimal Metabolic Conditioning through Innovative, Intense Interval Training!  You gotta come check it out!! Perrin and his team have gone all out to develop the best environment for interval training.  My favorite thing is the Versa Climber!  Talk about high intensity!  It offers the most complete and versatile total body workout available of any cardio equipment - combining upper and lower body exercise into one natural vertical climbing motion.  Like having two cardio machines in one!   

All their information can be found at FUELHICKORY  

and be sure to Like them on Facebook and check out daily/weekly burn specials.... facebook.com/FuelHickory

"It’s got to be high intensity, whatever the workout is, if you’re going to torch calories -- not just burn them,” says Bret Emery, a behavioral psychologist and weight loss specialist based in Weston, Fla. “Heart rate is key. That’s the speedometer of the body. If we speed the body up, it will burn more calories, just as a car will burn more fuel if it speeds up.”

Walk-along to Fitness

Soles 4 Souls and Affordable Fitness Studio welcomes Dallas L. Dixon, 

Author of 'Shelby's Shoes' to speak on Soles4Souls Charity to help the shoeless!

Please support by bringing "gently used" shoes to donate.

Questions/Registration Form:  personalizedworkout4u@gmail.com

NOVEMBER 9TH, 2013

DOWNTOWN HICKORY

9:00am - 10:30am

So Frankie Says....come on girls clean out those shoe closets!!!!!!!!

rumor has it .....

and as most rumors go, this one is completely untrue .... I have now heard from 4 people - one, a very good friend who I would tell before it happened, that I am closing .... 

Well, we want to clear this up once and for all.  

We are NOT closing!  

Now, there is a 3-week wait for an appointment, maybe somebody got that confused!