Category: Health
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Homemade Laundry Detergent
After seeing recipes online and hearing about friends who had gone chemical-free in their homes, I decided to try to make my own laundry detergent. There are thousands of recipes out that that use anywhere from 3-10 ingredients to make laundry soap. Personally, I found some of these “natural” homemade laundry soap recipes to have… Read more
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How Often Can You Do Isometric Exercise?
If you want to build muscle without lifting a finger, isometric exercises are for you. Isometric exercises strengthen muscles without movement of the joints or lengthening of the muscles. Considerable power and strength can be produced inside the muscle, even though work is not actually completed. Continue reading → Read more
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Example of Anaerobic Exercise
Anaerobic exercise is a form of high-intensity exercise that increases a substantial oxygen deficit. When performing at elevated intensity levels, your cardiovascular system has a challenging time delivering the oxygen requirement needed to your muscles fast enough. Continue reading→ Read more
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Diet & Exercise Trackers
If you are looking to lose weight, using a tracking tool may be just what you need to stay on the right path. From smartphone applications to computer programs, these tools track the many variables to help you achieve your diet and exercise goals. Continue reading→ Read more
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Does Your Metabolism Speed Up During Pregnancy?
Significant changes occur in a woman’s body during pregnancy. Adjustment to the physiological changes involves significant transformations in maternal metabolism to supply for the rising obligation of the fetus. Continue reading→ Read more
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Exercises Without Equipment
Working out with equipment is not always practical in this fast-paced world. An effective method to get fit fast without equipment on the road — or at home — is with body-weight exercises. Continue reading→ Read more
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Homemade Baby Butt Cream
My toddler son has another diaper rash. We had been road tripping a lot this past weekend. He was not complaining about being on his bum so much. But, when I changed his diaper this morning, I saw the damage of him sitting in his carseat for 4 hours at a time. It was a… Read more
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The Best Home Brewed Iced Tea
Some say summertime is the best time for iced tea. I disagree! I believe iced tea is a perfect drink all year round. Tea is rich in antioxidants. Studies show drinking tea daily may reduce Alzheimer’s and diabetes risks. In addition, tea can increase bone, teeth and gum health. I consider myself something of… Read more
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The Best Walking Shoes, Cross-Trainers & Running Shoes
If you’re a woman in the market for a good pair of athletic shoes, finding the proper shoe is essential to your comfort and ergonomics. Many lower-extremity injuries from physical activity are caused by inappropriate shoes. Continue reading→ Read more