Fitness Korner

You have three options to get your day started: skip breakfast and drag yourself through the morning without fuel, stop at the coffee shop and pick up something quick and lacking in nutrients, or make yourself a delicious breakfast (either that morning or the night before) using healthy ingredients that will help you to power through the rest of your day. Trust me: you want to choose the third option. The following breakfasts contain ingredients that are good for your heart, mind, skin, blood pressure, bones and well-being. Whip these recipes up and you'll feel energized, satisfied and ready to conquer the day. 1. Quinoa and Oatmeal Breakfast What exactly is it about oats that makes them so good for you? For starters, the beta-glucan in oats is a type of fiber that can help lower cholesterol. Also, oats are a good source of omega-3 fatty acids, folate and potassium. Adding them to your breakfast repertoire can really kick up your health a notch.  This recipe , which pairs oat...

Did you know that your daily morning skincare routine makes you look your best? It is true! Certain morning skincare tips can help you look fresh and beautiful all day long. Many people think that their nightly skincare routine is the most important, but the truth is, how you take care of your skin in the morning is equally important. Would you like to know how? Read on! Tips For Morning Skincare: Here are some excellent tips to help you create a great morning skincare routine. By following them, you can have glowing skin all day regardless of whether you wear makeup or not! 1. Remove All Impurities: Washing your face before bed is extremely important as it removes the impurities from your skin (1) . In the morning, use a cleansing treatment to wipe away impurities and built-up oils. It will prep your skin for absorption and leave it feeling fresh and awake. 2. Use A Facial Mist: Apply a great facial mist to make your skin more hydrated and radiant. This should be d...

by  Anita Tsuchiya  |  December 22, 2014   Want stronger, leaner legs? Getting them isn’t complicated. It just takes some dedication! The following simple workout incorporates body-weight and machine exercises that help sculpt and strengthen the major muscle groups of the legs. This combination helps reduce fat and increase strength without making muscles get big and bulky. Your goal should be to incorporate higher reps, moderate loads and functional movement. Frequency is important too. Try to get in five to six sessions per week. Add in cardio to lose more fat, build more strength and retain lean mass. Secrets to Strong, Lean Legs In general, using heavy weights, low reps and working to the point of fatigue will encourage muscles to get stronger – but also bigger. By working with moderate weights, higher reps and lower intensity, your legs will get stronger while staying long and lean. Functional movements that work along a connected sequence of major joi...

Long and silky smooth hair is something every girl wants, but not every girl has. Sometimes, splurging on expensive products and making frequent trips to the salon is just not enough.  Believe it or not, but your everyday lifestyle habits can have a HUGE impact on your hair’s growth.   It’s time for change. Here are 8 reasons why your hair is not growing like it’s supposed to! 1. Are You Eating Right? Interestingly, your diet could be one of the main reasons as to why your hair isn’t growing properly. The food you eat benefits both your body and hair. That’s why you need to cut out foods that contain oil, fat and grease that contribute nothing to your system. If you really want your hair to grow the healthy way, start eating foods that are rich in protein, vitamins and iron. Salmon, yoghurt, eggs, spinach, almonds and avocados are a good choice. 2. Something Is Burning! Hair can get severely damaged if you expose it to excess heat. Your hair straightener and hairdry...

by  Ridz Buk  |  March 13, 2015   So what’s the deal with that bulge? Eat to lose that muffin top with these superfoods! Belly fat is a major concern for many. Here we are introduce a few best foods to fight that pesky trouble spot. Eat these foods to melt your belly fat and avoid your mid-portion from popping out. However the ideal way to whittle your middle is to choose your foods wisely and do some physical exercise daily. Stock your kitchen with these weight loss foods that help control hunger pangs. These superfoods will get you well on your way to enjoying a slimmer physique.