Anyone who has held onto a fitness routine for any length of time knows that slumps are unavoidable – those days or weeks when you would rather be doing anything other than working out. So when the down days come, here are 6 mind games you can play (and win) to get yourself back into the groove and into

We’re not talking about just another diet or beauty routine. This is a plan that focuses on what you eat and why you eat it – because it benefits your inside and your outside, because it helps improve your health and your looks. It’s a nutrition plan that teaches you how to make good choices and maintain

In the fight against aging and the fight for healthy, beautiful skin, there are five offenders that show up repeatedly. Companies are built on products designed to do combat with lines, dry and puffy skin, dull skin and breakouts. These five offenders and the ways they are mistreated contribute

The women of the 2008 Beijing Olympics are not only finely tuned machines, they are beautiful inside and out. Many have found that to stay in shape and motivated it takes a lot more than two practice sessions a day and a strict diet. It takes motivation. Motivation is personal and can’t be taught

Maybe you have purchased a more fuel-efficient car and now you carpool to work or take public transportation. You’ve recycled your plastic, glass and aluminum as long as you can remember, but your morning get up and get out the door routine may not be an area of your life you would think of as having

If you are a true fashionista, you’ll want to not only know the trends of this year, you’ll want to know just about every detail you can about the hottest items and where to find them. When it comes to shoes, most women just can’t get enough. Well, if shoes are your weakness, you’ll fall head over heels

Abstract patterns and bright, bold colors are hot on the fashion scene. Take another look and you’ll see the sleek lines of black and white clothing and accessories. And what about casual weekend wear and your Sunday best – how do you match your makeup with your ever-changing style? Look to

The concept of nutrition wasn’t just an idea that popped up out of thin air. Nutrition is a concept that developed itself over many, many years. Sometimes it’s nice to take a quick history lesson to learn where and how nutrition originated and who played a part in bringing it to the forefront.

It goes without saying that just about every woman wishes she didn’t have to deal with PMS each month. Not only are cramps, mood swings and bloating common challenges, so are the methods used to keep it in check - namely, tampons and pads. These two methods for dealing with menstruation have been

Sure eating right is fairly easy no matter what age you are, but what about exercise? Most folks can’t do quite the same workout routine in their 40s, 50s and beyond as they did in their 20s and 30s. The good news is that you don’t have to let your age affect your lifestyle, especially if you’re on

Each of the sexy ladies in Sex & the City is different and embraces a beauty and style her own. This couldn’t be more true of the glam siren Samantha and the professional, no-nonsense Miranda. If you want to draw all eyes and become the center of attention like Samantha or demand respect

As the seasons change across the globe – some more vividly than others – the tone of fragrances changes to both usher in the rich, spicy ambiance of fall and to compliment the warmer, more subdued nature of the season. We’ve chosen four of our favorite combinations that we feel encompass all

Being physically fit is great and those who manage to balance a workout a few times a week are definitely taking a step in the right direction. However, the saying is always true that too much of anything is bad for you and overtraining is no exception. Overtraining is a surefire way to set back

What do women of all ages have to say about men’s underwear choices? A lot. The world of boxers or briefs has expanded to include a wide variety of underwear and girls have as much to say about what you don’t see in a guy’s wardrobe as they say about shirt and pants. So read on gentlemen to find out

Thick, full, long eyelashes are one of the most sought after beauty trends today. People are hoarding fake lashes at their local beauty supply stores, paying $300 for initial lash extensions and $50 dollars for “root” touch ups every three weeks. So it should come as no surprise that we now have

Father Time isn’t always kind to the way our skin ages. Excessive sun exposure, skin issues, aging, lifestyle and heredity can cause the skin to appear less than stellar over time if you haven’t been practicing proper skincare. However, not all is lost. There are a number of treatments available

This season focus falls once again to nails and manicures and bold, strong color that zings from the tips of our fingers. For quite some time, nail fashion has been barely-there in shades of nude, buff and just plain old short, clean nails. Fall kicks up nail color and nail art reminiscent of the ‘80’s

The claim that you can simply pop a pill and have fewer wrinkles has many laughing at what they presume to be the next great skincare hoax. There are a lot of them, due to the fact that the FDA doesn’t regulate skincare products or force companies to substantiate the sometime outlandish claims

If you think getting started is the biggest hurdle in a fitness routine, our trainers say, to think again. Some local fitness trainers were asked to identify the greatest hurdles in staying fit and healthy. While simply getting started was in the top three, the number one reason people stop

Who doesn’t want nails that are strong, long and beautiful? Just short of getting acrylic nails from the salon, there may not be many ways to rapidly speed up the growth of your fingernails. Or is there? The answer to great nails naturally is a matter of taking care of them properly and knowing

Not all guys are fashion savvy and when it comes to the first date, you’ll definitely want to make sure you give off a good first impression. Each guy has his own style but if you’re a little lost as to what threads you should keep handy in your wardrobe, there’s nothing wrong with asking for some

A flat stomach is a dream that seems like reaching for the impossible. Not so. And what you’re about to read will leave you thinking that it’s just too easy there’s no way it could work. Well it can, and it does. This combination of simple exercises and a Pilates breathing techniques will have you

No need to wait for the first day of fall to start wearing the great fashion for the season. There are hot new patterns and materials – like black lace and top coats with ruffles – that will make this fall the hottest season of the year. Here are ideas that will help you incorporate the coming colors

No self-respecting guy wants to be caught with a medicine cabinet full of at-home spa treatments, facials and buffing cream; nor do they want to show off stacked appointments at the local day spa. What they do want, however, are the results that all that “girly stuff” can give. Dermatologists

When plastic surgery is too intimidating, you can turn to the latest procedure, known as the contour thread lift. Touted as being free from any type of cutting, this “lunch hour” procedure may be what you’ve been looking for. Find out how this process works and what requirements must be met

No two areas of the world are as different as the East and the West. While many influences have crossed over from year to year, there are still many traditional ways of living that are maintained by both. Nutrition is one of them. Over the past few years, the West has learned a lot about nutrition

There is great appeal in the ability to instantly change one of your features with no recovery time attached. That’s what you get when you opt for colored contacts – an instant change to your appearance that is often more dramatic than expected and is generally very safe and easy to get, especially

Going from airport to airport and hotel to hotel can take a toll on your beauty routine. But you no longer have to sacrifice your beauty in order to make your next appointment or handle business. Believe it or not, there is a way to look fabulous without the signs of travel hindering you. With a little

Sure, many younger children are naturally energetic and rambunctious but there is still a need to make sure they are getting the proper amount of physical exercise each day. The key is to start educating your kids while they are young about the importance of being healthy and what role exercise

Getting older isn’t just a concern for women anymore. More and more men are actually signing up for anti-aging treatments - Botox being the main one. So is this process of turning back the clock any different for men than it is for women? If you’re a man thinking about getting Botox done, read on