As summer begins to come to wind down in many areas, you might be wondering how to keep up that sun-kissed glow you had in July. While you could, of course, use a sunless tanner, many people shy away from it for fear they'll end up orange and splotchy. If you land in that group, you should definitely add a powder bronzer to your make-up arsenal.

Bronzer isn't only for giving your face a little color, though -- it can be used on other parts of your body to add definition. But, regardless of where you use it, there are some important "hows" to address:

• Use a light touch. If you're using a loose powder bronzer, be sure to tap most of the powder off your brush before applying. You can always go back through and add more, but it can be tricky to lighten it once it's on without starting over completely.
• Find the right color for you. You don't want to get a bronzer that's several shades darker than your skin -- at best, it'll look unnatural, and at worst, it will make your face look dirty. Aim for a shade that's near your natural color, maybe a shade darker, for the most natural-looking results.
• Spread it out. Even though bronzer can be used for definition, you don't want to swipe it on in streaks. Use a fluffy brush and keep the lines soft -- the idea behind bronzer is that you don't see the bronzer.
• Beware the shimmer. Most bronzers have a hint of shimmer, and most of the time, that's fine -- it'll give your skin a little added glow. However, some of them have more than others, and unless you want to look like you're going to Prom, you might want to avoid the super-sparkly types.

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Have you ever found yourself talking to somebody at the gym and feeling completely lost because they were babbling on about eccentric and concentric contractions and anaerobic thresholds? Or maybe more common terms throw you for a loop even though you've heard them around before. A big part of getting fit is not only understanding why you want to be healthier and in better shape, but also understanding how exactly you plan to get that done. The workings of the human body are complicated, and although knowing every technical term and body process is hardly necessary to being healthy, understanding a key few can definitely help. Some of these are super simple, and others not so much, but here's a little mini-dictionary of common fitness terms, courtesty of eDiets:

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Have fitness questions? Fitz has your answer. Our ThatsFit.com fitness expert -- and now your own virtual personal trainer -- will help you get fit, increase your overall health and do it in a fun way. Drop your questions here in the Comments section below and we'll choose two per week to publish on That's Fit! Learn more about Fitz here.

Q. Hello Fitz. I am 29 years old. I exercise 3-4 times a week (running, biking, and pilates), which has been my routine for many years. No matter how hard I exercise though, my legs don't seem to get sculpted or gain definition (especially around my knees and lower). The rest of my body: abs, back and arms are in great shape and I am very happy with. This is very frustrating. Is there any particular exercises you would recommend? Maria

A. Ugh! Frustrating situation Maria, but probably not unsolvable. Oddly enough, you may simply be prone to storing fat in your lower legs. Some people get it in their tummy, bum, or thighs. Isn't it strange how we all have these crazy spots of aggravation with our bodies? Grrrrrrr! Doesn't mean you can't improve though, so have hope!

Few suggestions. First make sure your eating well. Any extra fat you gain or lose probably goes to or from your lower legs first, so that could start your journey to look leaner. As far as exercise goes I would definitely change things up. I adore running and cycling, but they're definitely more strenuous for the glutes and thighs. When someone asks to accentuate a body part I try to think of which athletes tend to have the best. Kickboxers and ballerinas come to mind when I think long lean legs, so give those a try. Both activities require lots of time up on the balls of the feet or toes, and lots of kicks. Sounds exactly like what you need. Jump roping also puts major stress on your calves and anterior tibialis, and burns about the same amount of calories as running. Jump for the same amount of time as you usually run. You'll feel it the next day for sure!

Add some strength training with weights too. Try squats, lunges, leg extensions, and hamstring curls; use weight that feels extremely hard to lift by the tenth rep and go for a few sets. Most women aren't capable of bulking up, but we are capable of gaining strength, firmness, and definition. Weights will help you build bone density as well.

Change things up and see what happens Maria. I'm glad you wrote and look forward to hearing how things go.

Q. Dear Fitz, I am a 22 year old male and love to run and push myself beyond my limits. Last year I had shin splints and it seems to be a reoccurring thing now. I am not very flexible which doesn't help my case. I was wondering if with some daily stretching this could possibly go away or at least reduce the risk of it getting more serious. Thanks, Jean-Robert.

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