It's no secret that seeing legitimate weight loss results takes time, effort and consistency. However, at what point does your dedication and consistency actually work against you? Nobody wants to slow down during their fitness journey, especially once they start seeing results in the mirror. That being said, sometimes you just plain need to take a [...]
A healthy diet, along with exercise are the first steps in getting to your goal weight, fitting into that special dress or whatever else. And while it may seem simple, eat right, exercise regularly, your brain may get between you and your fitness goals. Weight loss doesn’t necessarily just happen by cutting calories and forcing a [...]
Do you often find yourself mindlessly picking at your split ends, tapping your foot, or biting your finger nails? Nervous habits like these are unconscious behaviors that you most likely learned over the years and repeat due to stress, anxiety or boredom. Although these may be annoying habits that you can’t seem to break, none [...]
We all want to live happier and healthier lives: that's a no-brainer. However, the time and financial commitments related to embracing a fitter lifestyle can be overwhelming and downright frustrating. Not everyone can afford to have their lives revolve around the gym; likewise, splashing cash on a gym membership simply isn't a reality for those of [...]
Research according to WHO has shown – and this has been known for a while – that sedentary lifestyles contribute to mortality in a significant way. Since the majority of us in the West spend most of our days sitting down in an office, it’s becoming more and more urgent to figure out ways to combat [...]
Having a personal trainer may sound like something only the rich and famous can afford. The truth is that a fitness trainer isn’t just about losing weight or having a six-pack. There are many reasons to hire a fitness trainer. Whether you are a little unmotivated in your workout, you have hit a plateau, or you [...]
Perhaps you’ve just decided that longer and thicker hair is way cooler than short hair and now you want to grow your hair back after you’ve shortened it. There are a lot of ways to increase hair growth. You can resort to hair-growing products. However, they can be a bit expensive. One of the best natural ways [...]
With this harsh winter-to-spring season change, it is our skin that suffers most. Certainly, there are a number of cosmetic products we can take advantage of to smooth this transition. Still, there’s one other thing not even the highest quality product can stop, and that’s aging. For this reason, many women opt for quick solutions – [...]
There has been so much buzz around organic and green beauty products, that all of us have at least one friend who has embraced this lifestyle to the fullest. She eats whole foods. She buys raw honey and cocoa powder. She reads the labels on the backs of products to see whether they are certified as [...]
You think your workout is complete and there is no need to incorporate yoga? Think again! There are actually plenty of good reasons to integrate yoga into your workout routine. Read on for the details.. Is your workout making you flexible enough? Let's face it--a normal workout will build strength, stamina and endurance, but flexibility lags far behind [...]
While billboards with gorgeous close-ups tempt us into shopping for the most trustworthy products, we forget that all those precious microelements of each expensive lotion come from Mother Nature. So, why not go straight to the source? Sneak a peek inside your kitchen cabinets and your fridge. Chances are you probably have all the ingredients you [...]
Do you run track in your school? You should eat like a professional athlete to keep your body in top shape. Your lean body will show others that you are in great shape. Here are some tips for eating like a professional athlete: Do not skip breakfast You must have heard this before but it [...]
Did you know that the way you start your day could also define the way you end it? Doing things in a hurry and running to get to work will have a negative impact on your state of mind. With these simple hacks, you can learn how to improve your day even before leaving the house. [...]
You might not believe it, but spring is only a few weeks away. This means that any day now, all manner of fresh flowers will be peering at us from our gardens, not to mention the window of the local florist. The bright colors and lovely scents of those first spring buds can do wonders [...]
Your feet carry the bulk of your weight every single day. How often do you give them some attention? Other that the usual bath, do you check on your feet regularly? Or are they forgotten until there is pain? If your weight is above average, you’re subjecting your feet to additional pressure on a daily [...]
While washing your face is essential, you cannot just wash your face with whatever soap is sitting around the house and call it a day. You are going to want to make use of many of the tips and tricks that are out there so you can end up with the healthiest looking skin possible. You [...]
Eating right and getting proper amounts of exercise are fundamental to maintaining your health. But it’s hard to work out. It’s hard to remain physically active. Especially when modern modes of transportation and communication promote a sedentary lifestyle. You’ve got to make a concerted effort at yourself if you want to experience any improving health [...]
Though technology can be used to improve our lives in certain ways, sometimes ditching it is necessary for our well-being. We may need time to recover or just time to spend in nature. Sometimes we just get bored looking at screens, no matter what’s put on them. Whether you just want some contact with other humans, [...]
As we head back to work after the holidays, it’s fair to say that many of us have spent the past couple of weeks over-indulging. We may be quite good at sticking to diets or healthy eating targets throughout the year, but when the holiday season arrives, our good intentions tend to fall by the wayside. [...]
Overindulged at Christmas time? Intending to change something about your life in 2017? Instead of wallowing in self-pity or idly wishing that you could make some long-lasting lifestyle changes, be proactive and join your local gym this January! Of course, that’s the easy part, as evidenced by the unnatural swarms of people descending on gyms which [...]
Teeth are like eyes—they come in a wide variety of shades, and we should perhaps celebrate that fact. However, over time they tend to darken as a result of both natural processes and the food to which we expose them, and we would all like to restore them to an earlier appearance. At the same time, [...]
Is it time to clean up your cosmetics? Think about it... Do you have any idea what is in your favorite personal care products? We use them everyday and most of us don't realize what the ingredients are or the potential dangers associated with using them on our bodies on a regular basis. Let's face it, most [...]
It’s the buzzword it seems everyone is saying—mindfulness. When you think of mindfulness, you may think of hippies, granola, and frolicking in a meadow. But what does mindfulness really mean? The very definition of mindfulness is a mental state achieved by focusing one's awareness on the present moment, while calmly acknowledging and accepting one's feelings, thoughts, [...]
We have reached a brand new year. For many people, the beginning of a new year means a packed schedule and not enough time to attend to their health. This is unfortunate as the health of your body should be the primary concern on every person’s mind. We need to take care of our bodies to ensure [...]
