Jamie Little is in racing shape

Chances are -- if you're a NASCAR fan -- you’d recognize Jamie Little if you saw her. From an FHM cover shoot to hosting the X games to becoming the female face of NASCAR, she continues to move ahead at breakneck speed. A pit reporter for the NASCAR Nationwide and Sprint Cup series, X Games and the Indy 500, this Sin City resident moves full throttle. Little, co-owner of Pole Position Raceway (in Vegas), recently won the Toyota Pro/Celebrity race at the Long Beach Grand Prix in California and -- as usual -- hasn't slowed down since.

Known as the female pioneer of motor sports broadcasting, she was the first female pit reporter for ESPN/ABC and, without stopping, she continues to break barriers that have existed for generations in the male dominated world of sports.

With a schedule that has her on the road close to 35 weeks out of the year, not to mention her modeling gigs and social calendar, Jamie Little is a hard woman to track down (but while in Vegas, I reached out to her). When she's not in front of the camera, Little fills up her week with a variety of athletic endeavors (she's a tomboy at heart), so I just had know ... what does her week look like when she's off the track and how does she look so good in that fire suit?

Actually, it's not just about looking good on camera -- she has to stay fit to hustle from pit to pit, especially in that overheated fire suit. In her words, here's how she does it:

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A doctored design equals surgical jewelry

Skeletal MetalDo we think that two jobs are better than one?

Depends. In the case of the waitress/cab driver, not really. But where this particular jewelry designer is concerned? Definitely. Mike Crovetti may be the only orthopedic surgeon in the world to also make the jump to jewelry designer, and it seems his second job is paying off.

Crovetti was using metal reconstructive plates to mend bones when he noticed that the bendable material would also make a great ring. He began wearing it, and after several where-did-you-get-that requests, decided to take his fortuitous discovery more seriously. Hence, Skeletal Metal was born. Crovetti's line includes not only rings, but necklaces, earrings and bracelets in both masculine and feminine designs. And due to its unique creation process and individual significance (this metal might be holding your elbow, knee or ankle together) for the person wearing it, Skeletal Metal has become a popular choice among extreme athletes and sports enthusiasts alike.

Make no bones about it ... this jewelry is unique (to say the least).

Stripper 101: Vegas style fitness

Men: It's Sin City... do you know where your women are? If not, you might want to check out a class called "Stripper 101" or who knows maybe you want to sign them up.

The class is held in a theater at the Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino (formerly the Aladdin), and has become so popular that it's now offered daily.

Approximately a dozen or so women, every day, from their 20s to 50s enthusiastically learn how to do a striptease. It's a sweat-inducing low impact aerobic workout designed to instill a positive body image and increase self-confidence, while developing a strong sense of sensuality.

The mantra: Grab Life by the Pole!

The fact is that you won't burn a ton of calories but it is still an exotic dancing workout that involves lunges, squats, kicks, and stretches that will reach all of the major muscle groups.

It's not for everyone: some women even find the whole concept demeaning, but for the most part I'm all for trying new things. Who knows you may just end up feeling more sexy and liberated (no matter what shape or size you are), and honestly isn't that what the class is all about? The cost is $40-$60 and includes a drink (which you will probably need).

The best part: Each woman walks away with a "stripper's license".

In short, this souvenir is sure to become the toast of your trip. A little better than those commemorative shot glasses you just bought.

Making a splash in Vegas

" title="Moorea Beach Club"/>What's an opium bed? Well, it's not where the poppies grow, that's for sure; it's just one of the plush amenities at the exclusive Moorea Beach Club at Mandalay Bay. Eighty square feet of poolside pleasure comprise the pillowy retreats, which also offer a lock box for your treasured possessions, personalized service and a fresh fruit tray. If the staff won't hand-feed you grapes, there will surely be another guest nearby who will. That's just how they roll.

Moorea is home to European-style bathing, which means tops are optional, which means men pay a premium to get in and women skate by on the cheap -- but I'm told that the expense (for you men) is well worth it. Those flying solo can hunker down on a chaise lounge, groups of four can head for the daybeds or the aforementioned opium beds, and six to eight can splurge for a pavilion.

The latter buys you true only-in-Vegas luxury with flat-screen TVs, a king-size bed and CD player. What other pool clubs call a cabana, they call a pavilion.

Just one more reason to make the escape to Moorea today!

Not interest in relaxing? You might want to try one of Vegas' Infamous Pool Parties:

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