By Craig Watkins If you asked 10 people their main reason for not working out, 9 out of 10 of them would most likely say, “I’m way too busy to work out.” This might be slightly exaggerated, but the world we live in today moves so fast and it is…
Maintaining the motivation to workout can be a difficult feat in itself. Why make it any harder? Purchasing the proper footwear for your chosen activity should come first and foremost when undertaking a new fitness regimen. Not wearing the right shoes can lead to discomfort, blisters and even injury. For…
Diet & Fitness / Healthy Eating
By Cheryl Tallman and Joan Ahlers, FreshBaby.com With so many choices in the grocery store, it is often difficult to pick out the healthiest foods for your family. Recently, a system was introduced to help consumers make this decision. It is called the NuVal system, and it was developed by…
by Kevin O’Connell If what you are after are aesthetically shaped and toned legs and calves, there are exercises and routines to favor and to avoid. The primary exercises for the quadriceps and the glutes — thigh and butt muscles — are squats, leg presses and extensions. The primary movements…
Diet & Fitness / Healthy Eating
It’s no secret that the American meat-heavy diet could use a serious overhaul. We consume nearly one and a half times more meat than most industrialized nations and use more than 50 percent of our water and land to raise livestock. This heavy reliance on animal protein is taking a…
NatalieJobity.com Style is ultimately about knowing yourself and expressing who you are. It’s about being comfortable in your own skin. Despite the occasion or the event, the stylish woman seems to have that special charisma that commands attention. Confidence is the hallmark of having true style. Women often ask me…
Grouping, labeling, sorting, removing, ordering and arranging our precious treasures, at home or work, is an ongoing process or an awful mess. The reality of it’s better to practice “staying” organized than “getting” organized, especially if you want to avoid that overwhelming feeling you get as you “step up” into…
With the advent of social media, sexting and sex tapes, it’s pretty easy to find out the below-the-belt business of major Hollywood stars. But do you know which A-List stars’ not-so-private parts are the biggest in La-La Land? Based on quotes from former paramours and even some actual photographic evidence,…
Use pumpkins for more than decorations this year. That bright orange color should be a dead giveaway that pumpkins contain plenty of antioxidants, particularly beta carotene. This health booster contributes to increased immunity, eye health and can prevent diseases like cancer. It high fiber content promotes colon health as well….
When most people think of boosting their physical activity, hitting the gym is usually the first thing that comes to mind. For some, the mere thought of working out can be extremely daunting. What they probably don’t realize is that it’s possible to kick your fitness level up another notch…