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Calendar Love

I’m more likely to complete a task when it’s in writing and I give myself the opportunity to check it off. What is it about calendars? Back when I did 14 weeks of Insanity, I felt like I had to do it because there was a calendar with a task and I needed to check it off. It adds pressure and makes me feel like I’m skipping out on myself when I miss an appointment.

My mid-September calendar has been so helpful this week. Granted, it’s only been a couple of days of check-offs, but it’s working in it’s own way. For example, I didn’t finish my Jillian workout until about 8pm last night. I was busy most of the day and really just wanted to settle in for the evening. But, the calendar hanging on the refrigerator was calling to me.  I could not end the day without checking exercise off my list. I’m restarting c25k again today and I’m excited because the weather is perfect. I’m restarting because 1) I want to participate in the 5k in Winston-Salem in December again and 2) I think I’ve been invited to do a 5k in Cincinnati in May. It’s time to prepare!

How do you stay accountable for exercise?

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Organic Mineral Makeup





Organic mineral makeup is becoming more and more popular, as more women begin to search for more natural protects to use instead of using makeup products with irritating synthetic ingredients. Thus, plenty of wonderful mineral makeup products have been created and made available in recent years. Here are some of the essential, organic mineral makeup products you will want to add to your beauty stash:

Organic Mineral Makeup Types

Organic Mineral Makeup

Organic Mineral Makeup

Foundation – Mineral makeup foundation will help to give you the coverage you want without caking or clumping. It will also provide you with a silky smooth feel that is seemingly weightless and diminishes the looks of wrinkles and fine lines to make your skin look younger and healthier.

Concealer – A mineral makeup concealer will help you to get the coverage you need while hiding any undesirable blemishes, leaving your skin appearing flawless and youthful.

Blush – Using organic mineral makeup blush is a great way to define your lovely features without unnatural colors, leaving your skin appearing bright and beautiful with just the right amount of color you need.



Bronzer – A bronzer is an essential summertime beauty tool to give you just the right amount of sun-kissed looking color you want to sport in the warmer weather. It also works great year round to give you the perfect glow you desire.

Finishing Powder – Mineral makeup finishing powder is great for absorbing excess oils, softening your appearance, and minimizing fine lines and wrinkles, giving you the naturally flawless look you want.

Eye Color – Choosing an organic mineral makeup eye color is a much healthier way to get the pop of color you want without putting synthetic materials on the sensitive eye region, allowing you to get the subtle or bold look you want without the worry.

Mascara – Mascara is one of the most common go-to beauty tools for women, yet many mascara products are full of synthetic ingredients. Mineral makeup mascara is an excellent alternative that will make your eye lashes stand out as they are lengthened, lifted, and darkened to perfection.

Lip Color – Using mineral makeup lip color is a great natural way to give your lips the color you want to make them stand out without artificial preservatives or dyes that could harm the sensitive area of the lips.

Lip Balm – Lip balm is another beauty tool essential for every woman, no matter how young or old, and mineral makeup lip balm is an excellent alternative to traditional varieties that still leaves your lips as soft and supple as can be.

Trust yourself in the store or online when you are looking for organic mineral makeup. The fact is that if you are educated and spend a little time looking then your face, skin, and health can be improved by the change to organic mineral makeup.

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Power walking is Healthy Exercise





Ever since I took a power walking class in college, I have been hooked. If you are thinking about learning how to power walk, I strongly urge you to do so. It is fun and a great way to get in shape and stay healthy. Friends and family members can join in, and it ends up being a great way to bond as well. So, spend a little bit of time learning about power walking. You may find that it is just what you are looking for. We will discuss the fundamentals of power walking, as well as go over a list of the equipment that you need to get started.

What is Power Walking?

Power walking is Healthy Exercise

Power walking is Healthy Exercise

Many people may ask what exactly is power walking? You have been walking for years, but chances are, you haven’t been utilizing all of your muscles. Power walking is achieved by walking at a brisk pace, while tightening up all of your muscles. You should feel your abs and butt tighten as you walk. You can pump your arms for added resistance as well. When done correctly power walking can give you the benefits of cardio and strength training at the same time. When you first begin power walking, you will notice the difference right away. Your entire body may be sore after your first workout. This is completely normal and means that it is working!

Before you head out, you will need to get a few supplies. Most of them you probably already have, so it won’t take much to get you started. The most important piece of equipment is a good pair of shoes. Power walking takes a toll on your feet, so it is important to have good arch support. You can probably use a pair of shoes that you already have, but I would invest in a good arch support insert to breathe new life into your shoes. You will also want to invest in some good workout clothes. Choose fabrics that are breathable, and reflective if you plan on power walking outdoors.

Dealing with Weather for Power Walking

Choosing where to walk is also important. If weather permits, you can always head outdoors to do your walking. Look for a local track or park that offers no traffic or distractions. Treadmills offer a great alternative for those that like to power walk at odd hours or in the privacy of your own home. Look for one with a long deck so that you can stretch out your legs between strides.

Last but not least, make your walk fun. Bring along a cd player or Mp3 player to keep yourself entertained. Bringing along a friend is also a great way to keep entertained, and catch up on the latest gossip. Of course, you can also take your power walking time to reflect on yourself. Think about the upcoming week and center yourself. If you are using a treadmill, try to put up pictures of an exotic local, so that you can pretend that you are walking on the beach, etc. Or you can always catch up on your TV watching. Whatever you decide, make it fun. You are more likely to walk longer and get a better workout if you are enjoying yourself.

Marcy Jenkins is a personal trainer and freelance author. She is a contributing writer to http://www.treadmills-resource.com a site providing free treadmill tips and consumer information. Marcy wrote this article on Power walking.


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