Josée Bélanger is a Canadian soccer player who plays for FC Rosengård in the Damallsvenskan. She is also a member of the Canadian national team. She has won a regional gold medal with Canada on two occasions, first at the 2004 CONCACAF Women's U-19 Championship and subsequently at the 2010 CONCACAF Women's Championship. She has about 35 International Caps and 6 International … [Read more...]
Danielle Lineker: Exceptionally Talented and Accomplished Model Shares Her Mantra Of Life
Danielle Maria Lineker (née Bux) was born on 15th June 1979. She is a Welsh model, television personality and actress. Danielle made her modelling début in 1999 wining a place on the coveted Miss Hawaiian Tropic beauty pageant in Las Vegas. Since she has graced both stage and screen, and adorned the covers of prestigious magazines. She is married to former English footballer … [Read more...]
The “Cutting Phase” In Body Building
Trying to gain muscle and lose fat at the same time is impossible. It just can't be done. This is why most women who are trying to do both at the same time see no results and give up. You have to do gaining muscle and lose fat in phases. To get chiseled cut muscles, you will have some fat to get rid of, so now is the time to cut down. You need to burn off the fat to allow the … [Read more...]
Pepino Melon: The Super Fruit
The Pepino melon has a light-yellow to light-green skin, streaked with purple variegations. The flesh, when ripe is golden yellow with a narrow seed cavity. The Pepino melon is entirely edible: skin, flesh, pulp and seeds. The yellow interior is fine-grained and sweetly aromatic, intensifying as it ripens. Its flavor can be described as a mix of banana and pear, with a slightly … [Read more...]
High Protein Diet: Pros & Cons
A High protein diet consist of at least 20% protein and very high protein diets contain at least 30% protein. With this plan, you are basically consuming between 30 to 60 % of daily calories in the form of protein, and the rest from carbs, fruits, veggies, and fats. In a typical diet only about 10 to 15 percent of calories come from protein. Pros With a low carb high protein … [Read more...]
Tofu: A Nutritional Powerhouse
It’s one of the richest vegetarian sources of protein, and a complete one. This nutritional powerhouse is not only delicious, but so versatile that it can stand in for a post workout snack or star in a stir-fry supper. Below, simple ways to incorporate tofu into everyday meals. Want to eat more soy, Think tofu. don’t be scared away; tofu (or soybean curd/cheese) changes … [Read more...]
3 Incredibly Easy Protein-Rich Tofu Recipes
Tofu is one of the richest vegetarian sources of protein, and a complete one. This nutritional powerhouse is not only delicious, but so versatile that it can stand in for a post workout snack or star in a stir-fry supper. Below are 3 simple recipes to incorporate tofu into your everyday meals. Tofu, or bean curd, is a popular food derived from soya. It is made by curdling … [Read more...]
Exclusive Interview: 2016 Olympic Silver Medalist – Women Field Hockey Ellen Hoog
Ellen Hoog is considered as one of the most beautiful sportsperson in the world today apart from being nominated for best player of the world 2014. She was born on 26th March 1986 in Overveen, the Netherlands. She is a Dutch female field hockey player and model also a member of the Netherlands women's national field hockey team. She is also a member of the Amsterdamsche Hockey … [Read more...]
IFBB Pro Justine Vierdag Reveals Her Fitness Secrets
Justine Vierdag is an exceptionally talented and highly accomplished IFBB Pro Athlete. She is in conversation with Namita Nayyar, President Women Fitness. Ms. Namita Nayyar: You must have been interested in fitness and sports from an early age. Later you were encouraged & motivated to compete in fitness competitions. You reached the pinnacle of success on becoming a … [Read more...]
Improving Front Arm Definition
The biceps muscles make up the front of the arms and are used to flex the elbow joint and to supinate the wrist (turn it outward so that the palm is facing up). Good bicep development is evident through full, round muscle bellies and a high peak. When viewed from the side as in a double bicep or a side tricep pose, the front and back of the arms should be of equal size and … [Read more...]
Caring For Your Hands
The condition of the hands depends on the care you give them. The skin on the back of the hands is soft and thin and prone to early wrinkling. Whereas the skin on the palm is thick and tough. The palm has no sebaceous glands, thus no natural lubrication thus they can become dry and rough. (1) After your bath or any washing , always massage your hands with a lubricating cream. … [Read more...]
The Basic Makeover For Your Hands
Our hands are always on show but they are often the forgotten element in our beauty routine. We pamper our face with diligent skin care and disguise our flaws with make-up. But our hands? They are lucky if they get a bit of leftover moisturizer from the face and the occasional slick of varnish. We notice each other's hands almost unconsciously because hands are used so … [Read more...]
Exercises For The Feet
The best exercise for the feet is to walk bare feet on the grass in your garden , if possible. Foot Stretch: Sit on the floor with your legs in front of you. Loop the towel around your feet. Keeping the heels on the floor, pull with both hands. Use the towel to draw the mid foot and toes towards your body. Hold for few seconds, relax, repeat 5 times. Ankle Stretch: Sit with … [Read more...]
Shoe Bites
Some foot problems seem to favor women. More women than men develop bunions calluses, corns, hammertoes and ingrown toenails. The primary reason is the shoes they wear: narrow, pointed, high in the heel, often flimsy, and designed for appearance rather than fit. Waiting to resolve a foot problem until it's troublesome enough to merit a visit to the doctor is usually a mistake. … [Read more...]
Ingrown Toe Nail
Ingrown toe nail is a common, painful condition that occur when skin on one or both sides of a nail grows over the edges of the nail, or when the nail itself grows into the skin. There are three stages of ingrown toenails. In the first stage the skin on either side of the nail is red and painful to the touch. This is due to inflammation or irritation only - not infection. In … [Read more...]
Foot Massage – A Relief For Tired Feet
A foot massage can be performed at any time you wish or as part of a home pedicure procedure. The following illustrations depict some standard foot massage techniques that a nail technician might perform on a client during a pedicure. Wear lose, comfortable clothes and sit comfortably with your back supported. For massage you'll Need: 2 teaspoons (10 ml) castor, jojoba, … [Read more...]
5 Tips for Staying Fit After a Tummy Tuck
A tummy tuck, also known as an abdominoplasty, is an increasingly popular procedure for those looking to remove excess fat from the stomach area. If you’ve tried everything to get a flat tummy with little success or simply want to tighten things up after pregnancy or weight loss, a tummy tuck might just be the solution you’re looking for. While a tummy tuck operation is a … [Read more...]
Do-It-Yourself Feet Care
Beauty starts with the feet. The most beautiful face will show the strain of tired, aching feet. They will also cause a loss of balance in your walk and promote tension and irritability. Never wear high heels, pointed toes, etc., as these prove harmful with difficult feet. Women usually persuade themselves to sacrifice comfort for smartness. The following simple exercises will … [Read more...]
Take A Stroll Down Olympic Bronze Medalist Rhythmic Gymnast Marta Pagnini’s Journey
Marta Pagnini was born in Florence on 21st January 1991. She is a gymnast and Italian captain of National Rhythmic Gymnastics Italy and Knight of the Order of Merit of the Italian Republic. Rhythmic gymnasts perform short routines using different hand apparatus - balls, clubs, hoop and ribbon - on an area measuring 13m by 13m. They are awarded marks for difficulty, artistry … [Read more...]
Breast Feeding & Childhood Leukaemia
Childhood leukemia or cancer of the white blood cells is the most common type of cancer in children and teens. The benefits of breastfeeding have been reiterated in a new systematic review and meta-analysis published in JAMA Pediatrics that reports an association between breastfeeding and lower risk of childhood leukemia. Risk Factors Leukemia is the second highest cause of … [Read more...]
Yoga Asanas For Nursing Mothers
A nursing mother is faced with innumerable challenges of adjusting to the world around her, especially the physical challenge of nursing the baby. Nursing and taking your care of the new born can leave your shoulder and back aching- asking for a break. It’s a tough time for most women after pregnancy who have to deal with its after-effects, such as weight gain, sagging of … [Read more...]
Nutrition Recommendations For Breastfeeding Women
During this unique phase in the childbearing cycle, a breastfeeding mother will need to take some extra care to assure that she produces and provides to her infant abundant, high-quality milk. Because human milk represents the ideal food for young infants, it's only natural to focus first on the type of diet a mother needs to consume in order to produce nutritious milk for her … [Read more...]
Breastfeeding And HIV Transmission
A large study of mothers and children carried out in Zimbabwe lends further support to the view that it is probably better for mothers with HIV infection to breastfeed exclusively rather than engage in mixed feeding, as children exposed to a mixture of breastfeeding and other forms of feeding are more than four times as likely to have become infected with HIV at the age of six … [Read more...]
Alexa Towersey: Pilates Expert, Nutrition And Lifestyle Coach Talks About The “Bio Signature Modulation”
Alexa has over 15 years experience in the health & fitness industry. She started her career as a body double for top American fitness model Victoria Pratt, was part of the judging panel for the internationally acclaimed Body for Life competition and has worked with some of NZ’s world champion rugby team, the All Blacks. She has qualified for the Ironman 70.3 World Champs, … [Read more...]
When You Call “Quit” To Smoking
When you quit smoking, you stop hurting those around you. That’s why vaping with portable vaporizers are becoming a trend now since it does not emit secondhand smoke. The secondhand smoke from your cigarettes can make your family and friends have more colds and asthma attacks. It can also put them at risk for heart and lung diseases, and even lung cancer. View all of the … [Read more...]
Physical Activity Guidelines For Young Children
Being physically active every day is important for the healthy growth and development of babies, toddlers and preschoolers. The National Association for Sport and Physical Education's guidelines recommend : Toddlers get at least thirty minutes daily of structured physical activity and preschoolers should have at least sixty minutes. Toddlers and preschoolers … [Read more...]
Burning Extra 100 Calories
The upward trend in the number of overweight women is caused, on average, by an imbalance of only 100 extra calories per day. Eliminating this 100-calorie imbalance by eating a bit less and getting a bit more physical activity each day may hold the line on weight gain for many women. This can be accomplished in an almost unlimited number of ways. Anything that gets your body … [Read more...]
Paige Railey: 2X U.S. Olympian Shares Her Sailing Journey So Far!
Paige Railey (Clearwater, Fla.) dedicated herself to competitive sailing at an early age, inspired and encouraged by her older brother, Beijing 2008 Olympic silver medalist Zach Railey (Clearwater, Fla.). As a teenager, Railey won the 2006 Laser Radial World Championship, which propelled her to international recognition in the sport, and she garnered Rolex World Sailor of the … [Read more...]
Exclusive Interview: “Shot Diva” Michelle Carter Wins Gold At The Rio Olympics 2016
Michelle Carter (born October 12, 1985) is an American shot putter, and the current Olympic women's champion. She is the current American record holder in the event with a distance of 20.63 m (67 ft 8 in) set at the 2016 Olympic Games. Carter won the 2016 gold medal at the Rio Olympics on the last of her six throws, edging two-time defending champion Valerie Adams of New … [Read more...]
Breathing For You And Your Baby
Breathing is something that is an involuntary action. You do not need to pay attention to your breathing as it will happen anyway. When you are pregnant, however, it will be more important to pay attention to your breathing. When you are pregnant, you are breathing to get enough oxygen for you and your baby. As you progress, breathing becomes more difficult as your baby grows … [Read more...]
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