Month: May 2016

Outfits Under $100: Date Night with Shorts

It’s now May and we’re far enough into spring that I’m looking for any chance to wear shorts. When it comes to shorts, there are so many options, from prints and patterns to cool denim washes, so there’s sure to be a style to fit 

6 Ways Poker Can Help Build Your Confidence

6 Ways Poker Can Help Build Your Confidence

Poker today is a global phenomenon and the figures are rising all the time. According to research commissioned by the non-profit PPA (Poker Players Alliance) around 70 million Americans play poker live and/or online – that’s more than 20% of the population. Another 100 million 

When You Feel Heartbroken, Your Physical Heart Might Hurt Too, Science Says

When You Feel Heartbroken, Your Physical Heart Might Hurt Too, Science Says

A broken heart has been utilized as an image to describe what the deepest sadness can truly be. It usually comes from losing a partner or being placed in a spot of desperation and destructive depression. It’s a moment of time that leaves a person 

The Phrase You Should Never Say That Makes People Turn Away From You

The Phrase You Should Never Say That Makes People Turn Away From You

“Yes…but” is a common phrase used by many people, however, it should readily be avoided. This phrase is often used to help make criticism sound more palatable. However, as it is used so frequently it often has an adverse reaction. Many of us switch off 

How Does Low Carb Diet Work For Better Health And Weight Loss?

How Does Low Carb Diet Work For Better Health And Weight Loss?

Going on a low carb diet is something almost everyone has either tried, considered, or heard about at some point. However, low carb diets may mean many different things to different people. The old style low carb dieting meant you ate butter and bacon all 

Why You Should Ensure There Are No Screens In All The Bedrooms

Why You Should Ensure There Are No Screens In All The Bedrooms

Remember when we surfed the beach instead of surfed the net? Remember when we wrote letters instead of emails? Visited each other’s homes instead of web pages? Rang doorbells instead of Skype calls? Probably not. Well not for the younger generation anyway. Kids these days are 

Beginner’s Guide To Cycling For Weight Loss

Beginner’s Guide To Cycling For Weight Loss

Cycling for weight loss A beginner may wonder why cycling is beneficial in cutting extra calories. It is because, when you are paddling away, most muscles of your legs and hands are utilized. You lean a bit forward from your waist but keep the posture straight. After a 

28 Great Things To Do Before Turning 28

28 Great Things To Do Before Turning 28

1. Travel, travel, travel and see the world Photo credit: Albumarium/ http://albumarium.com/5300d5117670732bf9170000-lakes/56995ad276707357c3b84c00 2. Go skydiving. Just for the sake of it. Photo credit: Lakshya Lohumi/ http://hubchi.com/skydive-and-enjoy-falling-down 3. Write a book. Who knows when you will have time again? Photo credit: http://albumarium.com/53a320087670731de2a7aa00-library/53a32ace7670732d81ee5800 4. Pick your favourite festival in the 

Running For Weight Loss: Workout Modules And Extra Tips

Running For Weight Loss: Workout Modules And Extra Tips

When we decide we need to lose weight, many of us immediately strap on our running shoes and head out the door. When it comes to burning off extra calories, running is an excellent option. In fact, the average 150-pound person can burn off around 

The Ultimate Guide to the Fashion Sneaker

The sneaker has made a transition from an athletic necessity to a total fashion do. Combining comfort, classic vintage style, and athletic history, the sneaker’s transition makes sense.Below, I’ll share a quick history of the sneaker, give you some outfit inspiration, and suggest some tips