100 Reasons to Exercise...NOW!

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As in NOW and NOT tomorrow or the next day. I need this list to inspire me to get back into exercising. I've been procastinating lately and if there are a hundred of reasons to exercise I can also come up with a hundred and one (101) not to or skip it for another time. 

Let me share this article I read in Yahoo, may it inspire us to get back into action.

100 Reasons to Exercise Now

1.    Because it makes you feel confident
2.    Because it helps you get stronger
3.    Because exercise helps combat depression
4.    Because you'll feel proud of yourself
5.    Because you have goals you want to reach
6.    Because you'll feel bad if you don't
7.    Because you want to move forward, not backward
8.    Because it burns more calories than not working out
9.    Because it improves your heart health
10.  Because you want a great butt
11.  Because it prevents diabetes
12.  Because you want to be a good example to your kids
13.  Because you want to feel good in your clothes
14.  Because it reduces your risk of cancer
15.  Because your body was made to move
16.  Because you want to be an athlete
17.  Because you want to look better
18.  Because it lifts your mood
19.  Because you want to stand taller
20.  Because it reduces back pain
21.  Because it feels good
22.  Because it makes you feel accomplished
23.  Because you spend most of your day on your butt
24.  Because swimsuit season is always coming
25.  Because strong is the new skinny
26.  Because dieting only works so much
27.  Because it strengthens your bones, too
28.  Because it helps you lose weight
29.  Because it allows you to eat more food
30.  Because it's the best way to spend "me" time
31.  Because it helps you de-stress
32.  Because it's cheaper than therapy
33.  Because you want a strong core
34.  Because you want to take care for yourself
35.  Because you take pride in your body
36.  Because it strengthens your legs
37.  Because it helps your clothes fit better
38.  Because you want to push yourself
39.  Because you are capable of more than you ever imagined
40.  Because moving your body feels good
41.  Because it keeps your mind sharp
42.  Because it helps you beat belly bloat
43.  Because it helps you sleep better at night
44.  Because it gives you energy
45.  Because you want to stay healthy as you age
46.  Because you want to look younger
47.  Because you want toned arms
48.  Because it improves your balance
49.  Because it burns off last night's dessert
50.  Because it boosts your immune system
51.  Because sweat is sexy
52.  Because you want to live longer
53.  Because you want to get better at your game
54.  Because you want to catch someone's eye
55.  Because exercisers earn more money
56.  Because you're more likely to eat better when you exercise
57.  Because you want to shave time off your running pace
58.  Because you want to breathe easier
59.  Because you want to see the scale drop
60.  Because exercise improves your sex life
61.  Because you are worth it
62.  Because being fit makes everything in life better
63.  Because you promised yourself that you would
64.  Because you deserve a better life
65.  Because it'll help you drink more water
66.  Because you want to do real push-ups
67.  Because it reduces your health care costs
68.  Because you'll miss fewer days of work
69.  Because you want to create a new future for yourself
70.  Because it'll help you like what you see in the mirror
71.  Because it makes clothing shopping more fun
72.  Because you want to look and feel incredible
73.  Because exercising can be fun
74.  Because it'll give your skin a glow
75.  Because it's a good way to spend time with your friends
76.  Because it'll help you prevent the middle-age spread
77.  Because it reduces your blood pressure
78.  Because you don't want to let yourself go
79.  Because you don't want to squeeze into an airplane or rollercoaster seat
80.  Because it strengthens your spirit
81.  Because it's a cheap way to entertain yourself
82.  Because you'll be able to reward yourself
83.  Because you need a reason to wear those new workout clothes
84.  Because you're tired of being tired
85.  Because not working out is not going to get you very far
86.  Because it's a great way to spend time outside
87.  Because you made a commitment to yourself
88.  Because you're tired of starting over
89.  Because there will always be another wedding, vacation or reunion
90.  Because you're not a quitter
91.  Because it improves your cholesterol
92.  Because it boosts your metabolism
93.  Because it prevents age-related muscle loss
94.  Because if you can do this, you can do anything
95.  Because a fit body is a healthy body
96.  Because it beats sitting on the couch
97.  Because everyone has at least 10 minutes to spare
98.  Because you want to be stronger than your excuses
99.  Because not working out isn't working out for you
100.Because the only workout you ever regret is the one you skip

Easter thoughts and promises

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It’s been a while blog, this has been my usual greeting to all my blogs as I’ve been on hiatus in the blogging world for a while. But I’ll be coming back again and again into blogging since I enjoy doing it. This goes the same with my dieting and healthy lifestyle program. I’ll start again and again because I know it’s the right thing to do.

Just like the lesson during holy week, we will be tempted, fail, stumble but Easter is always another reason to pick your self back into the game. Christ gave his life for us and that is enough reason for us to return to His side. We don’t need to do anything more other than to accept Jesus as our Savior.

Speaking of Easter, I prepared special Egg Hunt activity for my inaanak or godchild. I prepared chocolate shaped eggs and farm animals and some gifts. To incorporate healthy living, I added to the chocolate mix some gummy bear vitamins. She loved it! It’s a success for her to take her vitamins. Her mommy is really glad I got that for her.

So here goes another post and a promise for a follow up real soon.  

Mobile version

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Don’t you get annoyed when you cannot minimize or downsize the page you are browsing? I do, and most often than not I skip it. So here comes the app development programs designed for mobile and tablet users. If you are a blogger like me, you might want to try the new mobile apps or theme that would cater to your mobile or tablet visitors. The catch is they are usually expensive. Good thing I get to search for one that can be used for free.

While I’m still working on it, I get to see the various advantages and features it has. It works on different platforms like blogger, word press, jomla and more. I can create customize look according to my blog theme. I can also integrate ads and social media buttons. So I really suggest you check it out and jump into the bandwagon.

On the flip side, I hope I can update this blog more often. I am under a lot of stress lately and I really need to condition both my mind and body. I need to set aside a time for my blogs too. I’m looking for some inspiration to keep on blogging and exercising.  

Healthy Eat

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I’ve started with this healthy eating lifestyle last year. I failed, started, failed and will start again. But as long as you already have the idea or background, even if were tempted and succumbed you know that it’s wrong. Knowing is half the battle and the half is sticking to it.

I am aware of my tendencies to fail and I mostly blame it to the lack of preparation. I don’t have the luxury of time to prepare healthy delicious foods. All I can do is toss some vegetables together to make a salad or soup. Eating the same thing again and again is boring and will become burdensome. So when I got bored with salad or soup, I have the reason to just eat whatever I want or available.

That’s where Emeals come to the picture. I never imagined that preparing all these healthy foods is that easy and quick. The first step is to pick a plan suitable to your preference or diet like vegetarian, gluten-free, low carb, low fat even simple gourmet. When you have chosen the type of plan, you will be asked for the number of servings or portions whether for personal of family meals. Then a weekly plan will be provided to include dinner meals and side dishes, shopping guide and even the store to maximize your savings. There’s an option too for breakfast and lunch at additional fee of course. But come to think of all the hassle you have to go through planning all these by yourself is more than you paid for. 

Hello blog!

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It's been a while blog, last post was August 2012. And imagine me forgetting the password to open you up!

But I am back for good...just wait and see...

Sensitive skin – Taking Care

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Most of us may deal with some or the other skin problems. It could be sensitive skin, itchy skin or scaly skin. We know that we have a sensitive skin when we get a tingling sensation on the skin after a facial or deep cleansing. Severe cases of sensitive skin leave the skin with red blotches and flushes.

Sometimes, our sensitive skin problems are caused due to our own follies. In our desire to look younger, we often go for chemical peels, microdermabrasion and retinoid. What actually happens during these treatments is that the outermost protective barrier of skin is removed. And sometimes after these treatments, we have to deal with the sensitive skin underneath.

Those with easily irritated and sensitive skin should be very cautious about what they use on their skin. There are many moisturizing products and other products for the skin, such as alcohol, retinoids and hydroxy acids that can lead to allergic reactions. Retin-A, also can cause excessive peeling and extremely red skin. If your skin is too sensitive to the product, you should avoid using creams and lotions containing Retin-A. If you want to find out if you are allergic to any product, you can rub the product on your forearm and if there is no itching or redness, then that means your skin is not sensitive to the product. But if your skin turns red, or blistering or any itching, than avoid using that product.

To take care of your sensitive skin, you should use sensitive skin moisturizers that will keep your skin well hydrated and moisturized. Dry skin and sensitive skin go hand in hand. The more the skin dries, the more sensitive it gets due to lack of moisture and the skin becomes more porous. This means that pollutants and irritants can enter your skin. Our skin gets drier throughout the years. Hence, we need to take good care of our dry skin and keep it well moisturized if we want to keep away any sensitive skin problems.

In case you have sensitive skin, avoid excessive exposure to water and hot water bath. Always pat yourself dry. Use a good quality sensitive skin moisturizer right after your shower. Don’t touch your skin too often. Use oils like extra virgin olive oil and grapeseed oil with castor for your skin. Just take all the precautions and you will be able to deal with all your sensitive skin problems with ease.

Need to Diet and Exercise

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I’m in a rut. I’ve been slacking again with my diet and exercise regimen. I try to blame it with a lot of things but mainly on my current workload in the office. Sure I am doing twice or more than my share since a colleague resigned. It’s been a month now and even if we hire someone at this very instant s/he still need to render another month’s notice. I’m dead tired by the end of my shift. I’m blabbing about my work but I also know that whenever I try to exercise I get more energy not the other way around.

Okay, so I am always full of excuses. I feel heavy without dieting and exercise. I want to start again with a detox cleansing diet. My previous one was effective some months back but when I tried it again it didn’t work on me. Maybe I need to look for a new one, or maybe I am doing something wrong this time. It’s really frustrating to check the balance everyday and not see any improvements and to top it all someone asked if I am pregnant! I may really look round and pregnant so I need go on a detox diet as soon as possible. Do you have any suggestions?