FITNESS

The most effective ways to sculpt,strengthen and tone

1. Hire a trainer
its worth it even if only for seasion. " a trainer can access your goals and customize your workouts,"
2. Combine cardio and weights
Weight training builds muscle and elevates the metabolic rate,so you'll burn more while your body's at rest,fleming explaints, Dumbbells are great for sculpting, work large muscle groups to help you slim down faster.
3. Exercise in the morning
" otherwise you leave room for excuses, fatigue and scheduling conflicts.
4. Do it with a friend
Having friends join your exercise program will help maintain motivation on wintry mornings, and also spread the cost of a personal trainer, advises melbourne based trainer shane
5. Push yourself
According to fleming, once you can do 12 to 15 reps easily,pick up heavier weights,
6. Follow through.
Meet with your trainer every months to make sure you're reaching your goals.
7. Mix it up
once you've started cardio and strength training add other activities. yoga and pilates can give you a sleek elongated physique
8. Be consistent
Regular daily exercise your will keep your body in shape and reduce your stress levels. even on the morning of the wedding going for a jog will give you energy and help keep jitters at bay.
9. Get sweaty
for naturally glowing skin you need to work your heart and get your blodd pumping. try jogging or boxing classes.
10. Stand tall
you can improve your posture,by standing as if you're trying to hold a coin between your shoulder blades.

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PLANT TO SHINE

Thirty smart tips on getting fit,eating right and staying sane as you prepare for any big event.

The important date in our life can send us into a frenzy of activity, organizing and working around the clock to get things done. Planning a wedding is the perfect example. The morning after she become engaged, the typical bride to be isn't thinking " i do ", but to do : book a venue,interview catereers, design invitations etc. No wonder some women end up neglecting the very thins that will help them not only realize their plans,but look dazzling for the occasion. Fact is being a beautiful bride,an elegant hostess, a relaxed conference convener involves more than the prefect outfit and great make-up. It comes from regular exercise,minimising stress and healthy eating. we asked expert in each field to outline a aolan of exercise,sterss reduction and diet, so you can look and feel radiant on that important day.

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YOUR HEALTH IN THE NEW YEAR

Here are six simple tips that will have you losing weight in a balanced and healthy way.

1. Lose weight with water.
Water is essential for everybody - it is also the key to losing weight. If you haven't been drinking enough water, your body has developed a pattern of storing water. This water retention equals extra unwanted weight.

By drinking more water, you are not only flushing out toxins, you are also teaching your body that it no longer needs to store water. Drink at least 60 ounces of water (about 8 glasses) a day. Boil water and sliced lemons, and drink this throughout the day to help with fluid retention.

2. Soup up your weight loss program.
A simple dietary change will have you shedding pounds: eat a bowl of soup at least once a day. Nutritious, low-salt soups will nourish you as they flush waste from your body. People who eat a serving of soup daily lose more weight than those who eat the same amount of calories but don't eat soup.

3. Eat early to keep weight off.
The human body follows a circadian rhythm, which means that the same foods eaten at breakfast and lunch are processed differently than when eaten at dinner. Studies show that when you eat your daily protein and fat at breakfast you tend to lose weight and have more energy; however, eating the same things at dinner tend to increase tendencies toward weight gain. I suggest that you eat your last meal of the day by 7 p.m.

4. Eat smaller meals, more frequently.
Follow an eating schedule with five little meals every day. Eating steadily through the day keeps you from becoming famished and overeating at your next meal. Make a low-fat trail mix from raw almonds, pumpkin seeds, dried plum, and apples and have it available at all times to avoid the tempting lure of high-calorie snacks.

5. Adopt a balanced approach to your diet.
Most of the fad diet programs out there nowadays are extreme in a few recommended foods, or else deprive the body of food altogether. This works in opposition to our metabolism and the results usually don't last, producing a yoyo effect that depresses your metabolic function - not to mention your self-esteem. We are natural beings that need a balance of nutrition from all sources.

Your diet should consist of a balance of organic sources of lean protein, complex carbohydrates, whole grains, legumes, nuts, fruits, and vegetables. Instead of white rice and pasta, opt for brown rice, bulgur, millet, or buckwheat.

Eat more green, chlorophyll-rich foods such as broccoli, kale, spinach, and asparagus. Eliminate candy, sugar, soda, and all simple sugars from your diet. Excess sugar ends up being stored as fat in your body, which results in weight gain. Also, keep dairy to a minimum because most dairy products are high in saturated fat. Avoid fatty foods, processed or fried foods.

6. Walk off the weight.
The No. 1 cause of weight gain is inactivity. Physical activity is the key to speeding up your metabolism and burning excess calories. The best way to be physically active is to use your legs! Walk as often and as long as you can. Always take the stairs instead of the elevator.

Step outside during your break at work and take a walk around your building. Consider joining a local hiking club. Try taking a walk 30 minutes in the morning or 30 minutes in the early evening.

May you live long, live strong, and live happy!

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HAPPY NEW YEAR 2009

HAI FRIENDS


Happy New Year! May your year be peaceful and full of success and happiness.
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