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Fit Beauty: Funky makeup trends for every face

Posted: May 29th 2008 10:00AM by Kristen Seymour
Filed under: Fit Beauty

How often have you seen an ad or read about a new makeup trend in a magazine, only to think, "That looks great on her, but I'd never pull that off with my skin tone?" While it's true that some trends look best on women of particular ages or with certain skin tones, if there's a trend that intrigues you, there's probably a way to make it work for you.

Click through the gallery to see how Fitnessmagazine.com tailored five current makeup trends for specific skin tones -- you might find your new favorite look!

Gallery: 5 Makeup Trends You Can Wear

Finding triathlons in your area

Posted: Mar 15th 2008 4:00PM by Kristen Seymour
Filed under: Fitness, Healthy Events

I recently wrote a post on why I think you should try a sprint triathlon, and I've gotten some positive responses. However, the question I keep hearing is, "How do I find out about them?"

Truthfully, unless you're involved in the sport, you're probably totally unaware of these events taking place, even if they're occurring right in your own town. If you're interested in triathlon (sprint or otherwise), a great resource is the USA Triathlon event calendar. You can do an advanced search to find only triathlons (or duathlons, or an assortment of other endurance races) and get that search narrowed down to your state. You can then sort by date, event name, location, or event type to find exactly what you need.

When you find a race in your area, check the website right away. Discounts are often given for early registration or, if you're entering a race that's part of a series, you might get a discount for signing up for all races in the series.

Gallery: Sprint triathlon

How to make your own stress ball

Posted: Jan 24th 2008 5:30PM by Adams Briscoe
Filed under: Stress Reduction

Here's a crafty do-it-yourself project for those readers interested in making their very own stress ball. You've seen the iconic, squishy stress relievers that probably sit atop every desk on Wall Street. Well, if you've ever wondered what in the world goes into making them, this home project may give you a rough idea.

In fact, the steps are definitely geared toward using a partner, so it makes for a great group activity too! You can paint or decorate the finished product for a bit of personalization -- something not everyone has tried with the store-bought variety.

There are two types of stress balls: the single balloon ball, and the dough ball. Using a funnel, the first type is filled with cornstarch. It's encouraged to read the instructions, but after funneling as much as you want into the balloon, tie it off as near to the cornstarch as possible. The second type is created by making, heating and stuffing dough into a series of balloons to make it as sturdy as possible. It wouldn't be justified cramming all the steps in here, so check out the rest of the post to find out how to make your own stress reliever!

Guidelines for kicking laziness, and staying productive

Posted: Dec 12th 2007 1:00PM by Adams Briscoe
Filed under: Healthy Habits, Stress Reduction, Work/Home Balance

Let's be real for a second: nobody is a machine! We all need breaks to rest our weary minds or bodies every now and then. Otherwise we'd crack and then where would that get us? Sometimes to stay more productive, you have to take a break. But as this great Lifehack article points out, there's a difference between constructive rest and just being lazy.

While that line cannot be easily defined, you can still set guidelines to help stay productive. So when should you decide to take a break? Everyone will have different points, but completing a major task can be one benchmark for rest. After finishing a big project, wrapping up an essay, or replying to all those emails, take a break! Another potential guideline for resting up is after many consecutive days of working hard. You've earned it, so take a day off.

So what do you do when you actually get that coveted time to yourself? Enjoy being away from work, break off and do something else. The article also suggests not to rely on substances like caffeine when you try and get back on the job. And as the old adage goes, keep work and home life in check. Why bring that stress to the dinner table?

A how-to guide for core exercises

Posted: Oct 13th 2007 9:00AM by Jacki Donaldson
Filed under: Fitness

A reader commented on my post The Core: All it's cracked up to be with a question about the specific exercises I mentioned -- push-ups, pull-ups, dips, squats, lunges, touch-downs, and planks. He wanted to know how to do some of these since the names themselves are not so self-explanatory. Since I neglected to include the how-to details, I'm back, this time to clue you in on how exactly to strengthen that core of yours. Here goes.

Most of you probably know how to do push-ups, but click here for a refresher. As for the rest, you can find them by clicking on the name of each exercise. The only one I've omitted is the touch down. When I find a good tutorial link, I'll pass it on. For now, though, the following line-up will keep you plenty busy -- and plenty fit too.

Pull-ups
Dips
Squats
Lunges
Planks

For more how-to tips for almost every exercise imaginable, visit this site.

Losing 20 lbs. in a month, without exercise?

Posted: Apr 18th 2007 11:30AM by Adams Briscoe
Filed under: Fitness, Food and Nutrition, General Health

Losing weight with no exercise and binging on junk food one day a week seems like a plan that's too good to be true. It's a fact that regular exercise has a number of benefits, but Tim Ferriss who is an adviser to more than 30 Olympic and professional world record holders has written a post about a diet which lost him 25 lbs. in 30 days. Of course no one is saying to throw away your jogging shoes, but if you already work out on a regular basis, try supplementing your regimen with this diet.

His first bit of advice says NO to "white" carbs. We've heard this one before, and many health-conscious people have already kicked this particular food. For everyone else, he classifies white carbohydrates as bread, rice, cereal, potatoes, pasta, and fried food with breading. If you need bread, it's not hard to get hooked on the healthier wheat alternative.

Another rule he has is to avoid drinking your calories. This is sound advice, especially for someone like myself who can be a sucker for outrageous coffees. Water, unsweetened tea, and diet sodas are perfect for getting you through the day without sneaking in unneeded calories. Tim has more to offer from his diet plan, and it seems to work well for him. Remember to find out how your body vibes with these changes, or discover your own perfect diet!

Eating healthy for the average college student

Posted: Apr 11th 2007 12:30PM by Adams Briscoe
Filed under: Food and Nutrition, General Health

As someone who can relate to all the challenges of getting a hearty meal on campus, I find the tips in this article about eating healthy in college spot on. When you have three or four classes back-to-back with no time for lunch, a vending machine can look mighty convenient. But whether it's for the money or quickness, Twinkies and fast food don't always make the best college meal.

If money is an issue (and when is it not?), these pointers could save you more than just time. For starters, try bringing your lunch to school. I'm never without a four pound tub of extra crunchy peanut butter and wheat bread, so whether it's hot or cold outside I can still enjoy a healthy lunch on-the-go. But don't procrastinate; begin eating smarter now, not tomorrow. It's all too easy to get caught up in the swing of things and let health take a back seat.

Sure, we're young, broke and desperate college kids spending more time in the library than in the shower. But that's no reason to eat like a pig, is it? Be selective and your body will love you for it.

This is how I feel smoke-free, 1 month later

Posted: Feb 6th 2007 1:02PM by Adams Briscoe
Filed under: Emotional Health, General Health

It is no news flash that there are many rewards in trying to stop smoking. After smoking bans started popping up all over the place, the urge to spread the health benefits to those already hooked seems just as important as ever. That appears to be the same reasoning behind why this author decided to convey how he feels at the end of one month of being completely smoke-free.

After trying to kick the habit many times before, he prefaces the article by saying he's been an ex-smoker in his past, but that it takes a mental transition to finally curb the habit. Now he is psychologically prepared to be a non-smoker for good, and this is how he feels.

Mentally he says he feels stronger, relaxed, more confident and more attentive. He's also more efficient since he doesn't get caught going outside every so often for a smoke. Socially speaking, the author says he is now able to better interact with people since he doesn't reek of fumes. On the physical side of things, he doesn't get out of breath as easily and his frequent coughing is all but gone.

Like it's been said before, these are only a few of the reasons to kick the routine of nicotine. This guy seems to have all of the pros for going cold turkey. Although it probably won't be as easy as just dropping it so abruptly, even a slow transition to a smoke-free life is better than leading one fueled by lighting up daily. Don't believe it? Read on for more.

Migraine triggers, Do's and Don'ts

Posted: Jan 9th 2007 8:00PM by Adams Briscoe
Filed under: Emotional Health, Food and Nutrition, General Health

Headaches are absolutely no fun. On busy days with a packed agenda, migraines can be debilitating. Sometimes people are prone to getting them more than others. But quite often you can find your head splitting due to a trigger like certain foods or emotional stress.

This health website points out migraine triggers and how to identify them. I was surprised to see that chocolate, coffee and even red wine could possibly cause a headache! Also interesting to note is that a migraine can set in during a post-stressful time, like on vacation or another type of break that would normally be relaxing.

Avoiding tyramine helps too (we're looking at you cheesy foods). So how does this information help? Well, since everyone reacts to these triggers differently, you can scan over and see if they match your history of migraine patterns. Avoiding specific foods or getting more rest could be the answer. Remember to consult a doctor though if a headache seems to persist over a long period of time.

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