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HOW TO DO MAKEUP FOR YOUR GYM SESSION

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how to do makeup for your gym  session If you’ve cracked your gym routine but haven’t quite pinned down your makeup and cleansing one, then don’t worry. We’ve been working with the team over at Fragrance Direct to bring you tips for how to prep for your gym class. Whether it’s cleansing your face before a spin class or keeping your makeup going for a post-gym dinner date, we’ve got you covered. 1. CLEANSING Leaving on makeup when working out isn’t the best idea, as it can clog up your pores and cause breakouts later down the line. Finding a good skincare routine that is quick enough to squeeze in between work and your gym class can seem equally impossible – we’re here to help. If you’re looking for a quick cleanser to take off your makeup before your workout, we suggest REN Clean Skincare Rosa Centifolia Make Up Remover. It removes all traces of makeup, including that stubborn waterproof mascara, and will leave you with a completely fresh face. The REN cleanser includes Rice Bran oil,

TOP 4 EXERCISES FOR SIX PACK ABS

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Top 4 exercises for six pack abs THE LOWER ABS WORKOUT EXERCISE REPS Hanging leg raise 12-15 Land mine 10 per side Weighted crunch 15 Swiss ball plank 30-sec hold Hanging leg raise Initiate each rep slowly to de-emphasize the hip flexors and keep tension on the abs. At the top, crunch your pelvis upward and hold for a second. Land mine Place one end of a barbell in a corner, with weight on the other end. Holding the weighted end, wave the  barbell Opens a New Window.  from side to side in an inverted U-shape. Weighted crunch Lie flat on your back with your knees bent, holding a plate over your face. Bend at the waist and crunch up, hold for a second, then lower your torso until your  shoulder Opens a New Window.  blades touch the floor. Swiss ball plank Rest your elbows on a Swiss ball and get into plank position. Focus on keeping your entire body in a straight line from head to toe. Also check and support our new blog: - " Car loan interest rate and everything you need to know ab

Top 4 workouts to improve your general fitness

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Top 4 workouts to improve your  general fitness You can develop your overall fitness by working on three key areas: your cardio endurance, your muscle strength and your muscle endurance. Whereas some workouts target very specific areas (to improve things such as muscle size, tone or performance), improving your general fitness is a broader goal that relies on a combination of cardio exercise and weight/resistance training. We would suggest you include a mix of cardio exercises and weight/resistance training exercises into your weekly workout routine to make you feel fitter and stronger. CARDIO TRAINING WORKOUTS: The following exercises will give you a good cardio workout and they can all be carried out on either a  rower ,  treadmill  or  bike . Mix up your equipment choice to keep your workout fresh and interesting: Beginners 1 round = 20 seconds sprint + 1.5 minute rest Complete 10 rounds Intermediate 1 round = 30 seconds sprint + 1-minute rest Complete 10 rounds Advanced 1 round = 3

The free 35 Best Workout Tips for beginners to plan their workout

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The free 35 Best Workout Tips for beginners to plan their workout 1. It can save your life-really!  Regularly doing cardio and strength training reduces your risk of heart disease, diabetes, and endometrial, colon, and breast cancers. The American Heart Association recommends exercising for 30-60 minutes on most days to reduce your risk of heart disease. (Whoa. This push-up test might be able to predict whether you'll have heart disease later in life.) 2. You'll feel less stressed and happier.  Exercise has been proven to improve your mood and decrease anxiety. Studies show that the fitter you are, the better you'll be at handling the long-term effects of stress. One moderately intense 50-minute aerobic workout has been shown to significantly lower anxiety levels. And a study in the  British Journal of Sports Medicine  found that exercise may be more effective than drugs in treating mild to moderate depression. (Just in: Weight-lifting can do remarkable things for your mood

Burn fat at home with these easy and free workout tips

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Burn fat at home with these easy and free workout tips CRUNCHES Rest on the floor with your back being flat and raise the legs, keeping them at 90 degrees to your body. You can put your hands crossed in front of the chest, or behind the head. Ensure you leave a fist`s space between the chest and the chin. Then, move the belly button to the base of the spine and sit up until the chest or the elbows touch the knees. SQUATS Spread your legs a bit wider than shoulder width, keep your hips over the knees and the knees over your lower legs. The spine ought to be impartial and the shoulders ought to be moved back. Put the arms straight out with the palms confronting down. Open your hips and move them in reverse while bending the knees. Ensure that your back stays straight as the butt stands out. Keep your head straight, while you try to go as deep as you can. LUNGES Stand a couple inches separated, look straight and hold your back straight. Step with one foot forward and bend your knee in 90

Affects of marijuana on your daily workout

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Affects of marijuana on your daily workout Although hundreds of studies have been performed looking at the physiological effects of marijuana, the vast majority of this research has been focused on the treatment of chronic medical conditions. Still, when it comes to weed and working out, common sense would expect there to be some effects when it comes to training recovery, motivation, and performance.     While the research is quite clear on marijuana’s positive effect on reducing chronic pain, it isn’t clear whether or not these benefits apply to acute pains like muscle soreness or injuries from training, with one 2018 study expressing skepticism in this regard. (Pergolizzi et al.) As of now, the idea that marijuana can be used to enhance recovery from training is not supported by scientific evidence. It doesn’t get any better for Mary Jane from here as according to one 2016 review article from the American Medical Association, “there is both preclinical and clinical evidence supporti