Friday Night Fitness Dates

Close your eyes and imagine this romantic setting: an intimate picnic on the beach, you and your mate enjoying strawberries from a fresh fruit salad, and both of you enjoying the ocean breeze as plans are being made for your next date. All of this, of course, after you jogged with your sweetie on the beach at sunset. That s right, jogged ! While many couple s idea of a romantic date will still include a walk on the beach at sunset, other couples are increasingly opting for inclusion of a healthful fitness activity instead. Around the country, these fitness dates have become more and more popular as people are searching for a different, if not healthier, option to the customary dinner-and-a-movie routine. These fitness dates can include everything from an actual workout together at the gym, to a nighttime game of tennis, to even a canoe-by-moonlight excursion.

What Condition Is Your Hair In?

Our hair can be categorized in three different ways: Healthy Dry Damaged Characteristics of Healthy Hair Smooth texture and feel Shiny Hair loss is 75?100 strands per day Hair loss consists of entire hair strands contains bulb Holds curl well Relatively easy to comb while wet Good elasticity hair strand stretches when pulled Healthy scalp No breakage Minimal split ends Characteristics of Dry or Stressed Hair Hair loss is 75?100 per day Hair is dry to the touch but responds well to moisture May have some scalp problems Dull appearance Itchy scalp Loses curl easily May be frizzy Hair has poor elasticity does not stretch before breaking Breakage hair strands are short Split ends Characteristics of Damaged Hair Dull Dry Coarse Frequent use of oil does not help retain moisture and or the effects do not last long Tangles easily, difficult to comb while wet Frizzy Breakage is severe in spots Visible split ends Scalp may be unhealthy May have excessive dandruff About The Author Nicole Elizabeth Smith, the author of Healthy Black Hair 2003, is a freelance health and beauty writer and a graduate of Michigan State University.

Warning! Lack Of Exercise Could Be Harmful To Your Health

You know it s bad when the Surgeon General issues a warning that lack of exercise is hazardous to your health. And that was back in 96. Since then, the stats haven t improved much, either: 25 of the American population is still sedentary and 60 do not exercise regularly Reference: http: www.cdc.gov. For fitness minded folks, we could do worse than to follow the hour-a-day prescription outlined by the Surgeon General s Healthy People Report. It s just a guideline, of course and, as you already know, any amount of activity packed into your busy schedule is going to earn you healthy rewards. But there are plenty of other reasons to exercise. If people exercised only moderately, says Janet Kneiss, Physical Therapist, there would be far less incidence of injury. The 15 or so people I see daily, who come in with back and neck problems, usually don t want to exercise, they want a quick fix.

Why Skin Care Products Wont Work!

Skin Care Products Wont Work! No skin care or cosmetic product, or any other product for that matter will work, unless you use it! Sounds obvious, right? But don t we all have a graveyard drawer of unused and never to be used skin care items? Bought on a whim or from convincing sales pressure, with little thought of how they fit our needs, wants, lifestyles, etc.? So, what properties make-up your ideal skin care? 1. Ease of use? Unless it fits into your lifestyle, you wont use it! It s that simple! Unless you re Oprah or some other celebrity, with others at your beck and call, your skin care is your responsiblity and with most of us already running on over-time, fast and easy is a not just a bonus, it s a must!

Is There A Role For Nutrition In Dealing With Hair Loss?

Could something as basic as inadequate nutrition really contribute to excessive shedding of hair? Does sensible nutrition have a role to play in helping hair to regrow? The answer to both questions is yes! There is no doubt that poor nutrition and hectic lifestyles can contribute to hair loss. Modern diets can be associated with a number of nutritional deficiencies that are thought to contribute to hair loss: 1. The refining of whole grains reduces the B vitamin content. 2. Over cooking of vegetables destroys B vitamins. 3. Raw leafy greens are absent in most diets. 4. The vitamins that have been ingested are often re-directed to facilitate the digestion of nutritionally sterile carbohydrates like sugar and white flour. 5. Stimulants like caffeine, nicotene and alcohol rob the body of vital nutrients.

Finding The Fashion Youre Comfortable With

Fashion is not only what we wear, it is also how we describe ourselves to the world. When you re deciding which fashion is for you, take the time to consider your figure and style and also how you want to be perceived. When you re looking for the right dress to wear, don t worry too much about it being the perfect one. Dresses come in all styles, shapes, colors and materials. Try this approach: choose a dress style that you feel comfortable and confident in, accessorize it with a few tasteful choices such as a nice purse and enjoy your evening out. Choose a dress that flatters your individual figure. The most important feature of your new dress -- more important than its trendiness, designer or color -- is how well it flatters you.

Natural Beauty: The Benefits of Holistic Skin Care

What is holistic skin care? It s a regimen that recognizes that your skin is not just the outermost layer of your body it s also a reflection of your body s internal state. Rather than just treating the surface symptoms, such as wrinkles, sallow skin, acne, dry flakes, and so on, holistic skin care aims to target the root problems in an effort to revitalize and rejuvenate the entire body. As a result, you don t just see an improved appearance you also feel more energized, clear-headed, and physically fit. Prescription Drugs Vs. Holistic Treatment Options Holistic skin care sometimes gets a negative reputation from mainstreamers who prefer to prescribe drugs for virtually every condition they encounter. The trouble is, most prescription medications and medical fixes have isolated effects, failing to take the whole picture into account.

Makeup Tips for Eyes, Lips and Face

When I hit my 30 s, I decided to get more serious about skin care and makeup. I ve become a regular at Department Store Bonus Days, when you buy an item and get a bunch of samples for free! Cosmetics and makeup can be fun, easy and inexpensive if you follow these tips! Your Eyes: 1. For great looking eyes make sure to use powder shadows for a natural look and a eyeliner pencil for drama at night. Make sure the liner has a smudge tip at one end to get that smoky eye look. Only line the top of the eye is you re looking tired. You don t want to bring more attention to dark circles under the eyes. Neutral tones with a hint of color are flattering on everybody.

Importance of Your Skins pH

One of the most important roles of our skin is to protect our insides from the external environment, acting both as a barrier and a filter between outside and inside. In addition, the skin is involved in regulating our body s temperature, like when we have a fever or we re physically working hard, we tend to sweat, which is the body s way to attempt to lower the temperature. Another important role of our skin is to protect us from harmful substances entering our body, and in eliminating toxins. This takes workload off our Liver and Kidneys to filter out by-products from our body s metabolism. The skin also breathes! Hormones, Sweat glands and pH The pores of our skin are made up of a combination of oil and sweat glands sebaceous and sudoriferous glands helping to keep our skin healthy and elastic.

Skin Care - Learn the Basics

Skin types are unique and react in different ways to weather, environment, and creams and or lotions. In order to keep skin healthy and youthful in appearance it is essential to know your skin type and how to care for it. Most skin care specialists will advise to apply moisturizers all over the body to nourish the skin. Top of the list in skin care is sun protection to prevent damage to the delicate skin structure. A few other simple steps will help you care for your particular skin type. Normal Skin: Use a rich cream or lotion to moisturise the skin. Be sure to apply the moisturizer to the neck and décolleté. Don t forget to moisturize the elbows and knees. It s best to apply moisturizers after bathing while the skin is still moist for better absorption.