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Let’s face it: we may feel in control of our lives one minute, and the next life throws us a curve ball of stress and anxiety. Whether it be a break-up, the death of a family member, or a personal ailment, sometimes it just feels like you can never get on top. While we cannot…
Everyone knows that being a good parent often means putting your children’s needs before your own. You make decisions about your own life with an eye to how it will affect your kids. You sacrifice your own needs if it means that your children’s lives will be improved. All the things that you…
Being fit and fashionable is not a frivolity; it should be woven into your lifestyle and a must for everyone. Do not be envious of other moms who remain svelte, fashionable and energetic despite leading a hectic life. Instead be one of those moms who are envied for being fashionably trim, sexy and healthy. Do…
One of the things that toddlers and elderly people have in common is that their balance is not at its best. There the resemblance ends: a toddler’s balance will get better, an older person’s will probably not; a toddler will jump up unscathed from a fall, an older person may well be badly injured. Trips…
Sometimes, days can seem to drag on and you find yourself losing energy earlier and earlier; sometimes it’s a chore just to make it to 2 p.m. without feeling drained and stressed out. But it doesn’t have to be that way. There are some simple stretches that you can do each morning before you head…
It may be a while until we ring in the new year, however fall is definitely here, and the run up to the holidays always tends to go by so quickly that 2017 will be here before we know it! Of course, a new year always brings with it opportunities to do things differently and…
It’s a common misconception that running causes knee issues like arthritis, when in fact the opposite is true. Studies have shown that running does not ruin your knees or cause osteoarthritis. Whilst it seems counter intuitive, running is actually linked with healthy knees. According to Dartmouth-Hitchcock (D-H) Rheumatologist Alicia Zbehlik, MD, MPH, research has shown…
You don’t need to wait for a new year to make some changes in your life, all you need is a Monday! Did you make some New Year’s resolutions that you have been having trouble keeping? Don’t give up! Everyday is a new day to start over. Set some goals for this week, work hard…
From shifting excess weight to boosting heart health, most of us recognize that exercise, along with eating well, is the key to a healthy lifestyle. However, between busy schedules and financial constraints, committing to a gym membership is not always practical. Fortunately, there are plenty of home workouts that will keep you just as fit…
Do you want to get fit this summer and feel like you are on vacation too? Then you need to consider fitness bootcamp in Phuket. Siam MuayThai Academy in Phuket offers comprehensive facilities and programs to those looking for a proper and result-driven fitness program. The academy is piloted by expert fitness trainers and coaches…
Congratulations on deciding to become a fitness member. However, the war against poor health is not over. Those who choose unequipped, unsanitary, or inconvenient gyms hardly attend, defeating the purpose of joining. Consider the following sentiments before becoming a member. Well-Established Regardless of consumed good or service, a buyer wants to purchase from a well-established…
Protein is essential to life and a healthy diet. When trying to lose weight and get tone, people can feel frustrated and confused regarding the best methods, exercises, and products. It seems each person has an opinion but what really matters? Protein powder, found in gyms and health stores, delivers energy a body needs, but…
Many of us would unfortunately agree that belly fat is one of the hardest things to get rid of once it has become an established feature of your shape. It may prove difficult to shift, but there are definitely some ways to fight back against the flab and shrink that stubborn stomach area to the…
This is not your everyday mom uniform! Ditch those dirty yoga pants and grab some stylish activewear from Kohls! I love these Champion Absolute Workout Double Dry Fitted Tights in “black blurred lines” that I got from Kohls. My husband said he hates the blurry lines on them but that my butt looks great in…
What? You thought I was back into my size 2 skinny jeans already? Hahahaha you’re funny. I’ve been rocking some Old Navy yoga pants for the past two months as you can see here and here. I also run around with no makeup on and my hair in a towel too. I’ve lost 35 pounds…
Are you pregnant? Congratulations! Me too! Being that this is my third pregnancy, I feel pretty confident that I have a good grip on what is a pregnancy essential and what is not. I have found quite a few items to really make my life a whole lot easier while pregnant, so I compiled a…