Posted By: judy0777 on
I have let stress get the best of me but tomorrow is a new day. I am going to stick with the program. I have a new manager and there is a lot of pressure for more, more, more...and that is still not enough. I am going to keep a journal and write in it when I feel like eating something just to be eating because I am stressed. I am going to document what I eat and focus on my goals. I deserve to achieve my goals and a healthier life.
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Posted By: Chrissie30 on
You know, everyone has that "now" time in their life. For some, it is the now time to quit smoking, lose weight, get married, have children and so on.
For me, my now time is here and it is to be healthy, to climb a hill without feeling like my chest is going to burst...to tie my shoes without feeling like I am smothering myself...to drop something and not dread all the energy it takes to pick it up. It is my time to never sit in an airline seat praying I will not be told to purchase an additional seat or that I need a belt extender. My flight last week left me in fear those things would happen for the first time in my life.
I want to run....I want to swim again without making it a half a length of a pool and being out of breath. I want to do yoga. I want to bike without sweating 2 blocks into the ride. I want to love the image in the mirror. I want a little black dress. I want to be able to wear high heels again.
I want to share my journey with you, to support each other and get all of our wants, needs and now times where they should be! No matter how many times I will trip, fall, stumble and crawl...I will do this. My time is now!
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Posted By: joanwu on
Although corset is known as a detail mostly worn by women for beauty purposes, it may also be worn by men, as it has a medical function as well. This style detail has been extremely popular in middle ages and it's getting on top once again.
Corset is a garment worn to mold and shape the torso into a desired shape for aesthetic or medical purposes. They are typically constructed of flexible material, such as cloth or leather, stiffened with boning inserted into channels into it and held together by laces in front or back of it.http://www.FTPress.com
Corsets as they were worn in Middle Ages were used by almost all women and were surely most fashionable. Sometimes they even caused serious health problems, because women who worn them wanted their torso to be as slim as possible, and they didn't pay any attention to health risks. http://www.linkshare.com
Nowadays, women wear corset for the same purpose, yet they usually don't get too far. Corset is now used to slim the body and make it conform to a fashionable silhouette. For women, this most frequently emphasizes a curvy figure by reducing the waist and thereby exaggerating the bust and hips, while men use corsets to simply slim the figure. http://www.PeachPit.com
Corset is considered to be a sexual detail, because as mentioned before, it's the best way to exaggerate the bust and hips while reducing waist, which makes the figure extremely feminine, therefore, sexy. Just like everything else, wearing corset has some advantages and disadvantageshttp://www.InformIT.com
First of all let's discuss health benefits and drawbacks. The benefits are: corset promotes good posture and they can reduce pain and improve function for people with back problems. Yet, they can cause Glenard's disease; deform lower ribs, which may lead to organ failure or dehydration. Wearing a corset may also deform stomach and liver.
While talking about personal advantages, corsets may give a straight posture, instantly reduce the waistline and spread the weight of big gowns. Some corset wearers enjoy the feeling of being "hugged" by corset and they also make people feel warmer. Moreover, the abdominal pressure maintenance by frequent corset use can help wearers reduce body fat by inhibiting the appetite without conscious dieting, slimming drugs or cosmetic surgery. However, it's rather difficult to get used to wearing corset. If the wearer is unaccustomed to shallow breathing, the muscles soon tire and work too slow, severely reducing oxygen supply. That's why it is important that the corset lengthens the waist.
It is recommended for those who are planning to wear corset to get used to it by practicing shallow breathing and don't tighten it very hard. Getting is to maximum tightened corset must be performed gradually in order not cause health problems.
As far as corsets are getting back on top, be sure you won't make a mistake by purchasing one. Just make sure you are using it properly so it wouldn't cause you any inconveniences. When you'll get used to wearing it and will be able to tighten it as much as possible, have no doubts you'll look excessively sexy.
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Posted By: joanwu on
If any of you would like help with your diet or exercise program, feel free to ask. I am a certified personal trainer, competitive bodybuilder and I just so happen really enjoy helping people. It is very rewarding and quite fun! Not looking for anything in return.
Best of luck to all!
http://www.shopNBC.comRemember, trying to add ab thickness, you must continue to overload the muscle, so dont be afraid to use weights and low reps.
Typically, if you are lean, and exercising, you may just need to simply adjust caloric intake and training style in a few exercises. From a calorie standpoint, if you are happy with your bodyfat, I would typically recommend increasing the Omega-3 and Omega-6 fats in your diet. A simple way is to have one Muscle Milk shake per day, before bed. You can by it over at [*Link removed*] or other nutrition stores. Very good stuff. You will not add fat with this product, assuming all other things are in tune.
From a weight training standpoint, if you are exercising, make sure you include squats and deadlifts in your weekly workout. Great mass builders.
For leg toning I recommend lunges, ply squats and traditional squats. From a cardio standpoint, try to use step machines with a long stride, do not short step it. Make sure your diet is good, with lots of green veggies and fiber. Fiber helps the body remove estrogen, which helps you not hold as much water or fat. If you have a good leg shot, share it and I may have more ideas. Hope this helps!!!
Of course, I a http://www.aswechange.comlways admired Arnold! LOL But on a personal note, I played college football, so I have always been active. My room mate back then was the Collegiate Nationals Bodybuilding Champion. He introduced me to Lee Haney, and former Mr. Olympia, and the two of them convinced me to become a bodybuilder after I was done with football. The rest is history!!
I looked at your pics and you seem to have a slim build, so I can only guess you have a little "Pooch" going on. LOL If that is the case, I would suggest that first of all you increase your fiber, and include LOTS of greens in your diet. Second, you will want to do some cardio work, compounded with lower ab work (Meaning done one right after the other). Cardio can be walking or bike, but ab work should be leg lifts and knee ups. Finally, if you are preparing for a shoot and still have a little lulge there, apply some Preparation H to the area the night before and cover with plastic wrap. Also, a little dandelion root will work as a mild diuertic. If you have a swimwear shot you can send, I will be glad to help further. good luck! http://www.aswechange.com
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Posted By: emmaspirit on
Here are seven things you can to do today to get started on a path to a greener, healthier lifestyle for you and your family. While going green can be more expensive, I’ve noted the best values I’ve found in green type below. 1) Toss out all the chemical cleaning products in your home and purchase safe, non-toxic cleaning supplies from companies like Shaklee (my favorite after 8 years of trying various brands) 2) Buy organic food that hasn’t been treated with pesticides or chemical preservatives (good for you and tastes better too) 3) Eat dark leafy greens and vegetables (e.g.: broccoli, kale, carrots) 4) Buy lots of house plants (especially spider plants that can remove 96% of carbon monoxide, and 99% of nitric oxide, both noxious gases, after only 24 hours) 5) Drink home purified water (not soda or sugary juices or alcohol) in a safe, re-useable, chemical-free water bottle (no #3, 6 or 7 on the bottom of the water bottle) 6) Use natural, organic, non-toxic personal care products ( I like to use an entire line of products that are developed to work together such as Nature’s Gate Organics, Pangea Organics, Dr. Hauschka) 7) Sleep on organic bedding and in organic sleepwear (try wonderful and luxurious organic cotton and bamboo products from Under the Canopy and Dreamsacks) and now even Target has organic sheets! Mary Beth Gonzalez
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