I love including segments of backward running in my workouts: about 100 feet forward running, and then 100 feet backwards, and I do this for as long as me and my dog can stand it! According to RunAddicts.net, running 100 steps backward is the same as running 1,000 steps forward, and that going backward burns a fifth more calories than running forward! Other benefits to running backward: You can still run while you are injured: backward running can be done whether you have a groin, … [Read more...]
The Two Parts to Combatting Cellulite
For years we've been learning that cellulite is stored fat, and that it's mostly found in women because the structure of their skin and fat layers is different than in men. Also, women tend to carry more fat because as mothers, their bodies must prepare to take care of another person. Cellulite has a different appearance than other areas of fat because too much fat in one place pushes on connective tissue, and bulges through the connective tissue in lumpy areas. We all know what the result … [Read more...]
The Day After The Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show: The Biggest Workout Day Of The Year!
Ah, the day after the Victoria's Secret Fashion Show airs - aka the BIGGEST workout day of the year! Here are some great sites to get you started: Natalie Jill Fitness: Master Licensed Sports Nutritionist, celiac, fitness model, mom, and goal achievement specialist. She will help YOU reach your weight loss. Emily Reynolds: Clean Eating and Meal Planning and a balanced diet are crucial for a healthier lifestyle, sustainable health, fitness and wellness. Nicole Howard: Determining the … [Read more...]
Beautiful Eats – Delicious Beauty Bites To Bring Summer Glow Back To Your Winter Skin
Wonderful post from Easy Living Magazine in the UK: Beauty products make such a huge difference in your appearance, but are you doing all you can for your skin? Eat beautifully! Our diet affects how we look, and the right foods can make all the difference. Check out this great article on beautiful eats by East Living Magazine, and let us know which foods were missed in the comment section below! For additional healthy recipes that will make you look your best (even includes recipes … [Read more...]
Turmeric: The 4 Most Surprising Uses For This Beautiful Brain Food
Last year we read that Thandie Newton adds Turmeric to her tinted moisturizer to help match her skin tone - now we're hearing from beauty blog Lipstick and Luxury that this golden-yellow spice also brightens teeth, moisturizes your scalp, and helps sooth an upset stomach. What can't Tumeric do? Read on for more genius ideas from Abigail at Lipstick and Luxury:"One of the more prominent spices in curries, known for its color and less for its flavor, turmeric has many surprising benefits for … [Read more...]
Behind The Scenes of Fitness Guru Natalie Jill – Tan By Kona Tanning
Behind the scenes of Natalie Jill and photographer Steven WetherbeeCheck out this amazing before and after set of Natalie Jill being shot by Steve Wetherbee! It's always so fun to see what's happening behind the camera - thanks for sharing Natalie!!From Natalie:"Sneak peek! An image from yesterday's shoot with Steven Wetherbee! Like his page Steven Wetherbee Photography to see more awesome images- this guy is TALENTED and a commercial photography genius! LOVE working with him and watching him … [Read more...]
