August 2013
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ON THE BLOG From indoor workouts and hydration techniques, to DIY facials and no-cook recipes, getting through summer has never been easier!
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The Wonder Woman Workout! No Beach? No Problem!
How to Fake Beach Hair in 6 Easy Steps!
Smoothie Of The Month Mango Madness
10 Benefits of
Drinking More Water
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How to Fake
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ummer is in full swing with the blend of ocean water, sand, and sun creating some serious magic on our locks! While you may not get the chance to get down to the sea shore as much as you’d like, you can still achieve those beach waves we all love. To fake your way to beach hair you’ll need: • Mousse • Hairdryer • Hair straightener • Sea salt spray Follow these steps and you’ll look like you just stepped off the beach in minutes! 1. After washing your hair, apply mousse and roughly blow dry your hair upside down. 2. Separate your hair into four
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sections, making one section on each side of your head with two more in the back. 3. Braid each individual section stretching the braids to make them loose. Doing so will help create softer waves. 4. Using your hair straightener, lightly press down on the braids to set them. 5. You will want to let your braids cool for a minute or two before undoing them. Run your fingers through your hair to break up the waves. 6. Use the sea salt spray through the midlengths of your hair adding that final beachy touch to your locks. TIP: For a no heat necessary style, braid your hair before bed and let it loose in the morning for a similar effect.
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ave you been feeling less than confident about your workout routines lately? Get back to feeling amazing after your gym session by trying the Wonder Woman Workout! This routine will have you looking like you just popped out of a comic book, cape and all! If you’re a beginner, start out at 10 repetitions. If you’re intermediate, do 15 repetitions. And if you’re advanced, begin at 20 repetitions. Here’s wHat you do: • squat to shoulder press • Jump step/walk step • Burpee/ walk out • surrenders • Planks If you’re not sure of the moves, check out the Lucille Roberts YouTube channel for a demonstration!
10 Benefits of
Drinking MorE Water
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BooST YoUR MeTABoLISM Trying to lose weight? H2o can boost your body’s ability to burn fat. Studies also suggest that drinking water before a meal can fill you up and help you eat less. SAFe GUARD YoUR HeART. If we’re talking essentials for life, drinking a good amount of water can help lower your risk of a heart attack. An added bonus: all that water may reduce cancer risk as well. PRevenT HeADAcHeS. Dehydration is one of the main causes of headaches. Treat the pain naturally by packing a bottle or two with you wherever you go this summer.
IncReASe BRAInPoWeR. Mental performance is important for a well balanced day. Your brain needs lots of water to function, so drinking eight to 10 cups a day ensures that it’s getting all it needs.
IMPRove SkIn coMPLexIon. We all want flawless skin and will buy whatever is necessary to get it. Quit spending your hard earned dollars on products; water moisturizes your skin keeping it soft, glowing, and smooth.
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STRenGTHen YoUR IMMUne SYSTeM. We are always told to drink a lot of water when we are sick or feeling under the weather. Don’t take this advice lightly. Drinking lots of H2o helps fight against the flu and other ailments.
Weight Loss SMOOTHIE OF THE MONTH
Mango Madness 1 frozen mango 6oz. Coconut Milk 1 scoop vanilla Live Rite 4-6 ice cubes Combine all ingredients in blender.
ENJOY! • Recipe by Ilise Reilly •
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FLUSH oUT ToxInS. Water helps get rid of unwanted wastes through sweat and urination. This will then reduce your chances of kidney stones and UTI’s. Hop on that!
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IncReASe eneRGY & ReLIeve FATIGUe. our brains are mostly made up of water. Because of this, drinking water helps you think, focus, and concentrate better. Another bonus: water boosts your energy level!
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SAve MoneY. Buying a bottle of water is still cheaper, on average, than buying a soda or coffee. It will benefit you more so change up your daily routine from caffeine to H2o! Be HAPPIeR! When your body is well and functioning at its best, you will feel happy, healthy, and ready for anything!
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ystic fibrosis is an inherited disease that affects the lungs and digestive system, making it difficult to breathe and absorb nutrients from food. 30,000 children and adults have CF in the US. 1,000 new cases are diagnosed each year. 10 million Americans are symptomless carriers, 1 out of every 30 people. Twenty-five years ago, the hope for children with CF to grow up, have successful careers and start families of their own seemed a distant dream. Today, with the help of our extraordinary community of patients, families, volunteers and donors, that dream is becoming a reality. By building on our past success and dedicating ourselves to finding new ways to address the challenges ahead, we know the future for those with CF will be brighter still. We need you now – more than ever before to sustain critical momentum in research and drug development, and to advance our quest to find a cure for CF. Help us make CF stand for “Cure Found” You can make a difference. The Greater New York Chapter of the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation is gearing up to roll out the 2013 nationally branded fundraising campaign, the Aptalis CF Cycle for Life. This premier cycling event empowers participants to take action and demonstrates their fight in finding a cure in a tangible, emotional and powerful way. The Aptalis CF Cycle For Life, raises critical funds for life-saving research, education and care programs for cystic fibrosis, a fatal genetic disease. Benefits for the cyclists are priceless, aside from helping find a cure: Post menopausal women are less likely to develop coronary diseases. Cycling is a superb cardiovascular workout. It strengthens the heart, improves blood circulation and reduces the fat levels in the blood. Bicycling is a low-impact aerobic workout that helps you experience the great outdoors. Experts believe that 15 minutes of sunshine helps generate vitamin D which can prevent osteoporosis – it’s good for your bones. Experience all these benefits while supporting a great cause. Two incredible rides will be offered showcasing the vast diversity and beauty of historical streets of Brooklyn, or the picturesque North Fork and Long Island’s wine country. Cyclists may choose from a 32, 62 or 100 (Long Island only) mile route. The 32 mile course perfect for any skill level, or challenge yourself with a 62 or 100-mile ride for experienced cyclists. Each CF Cycle For Life event features well-stocked rest stops every 10-12 miles, bike mechanics along the route, support vehicles, ride marshals, meals and much more.) CF Cycle For Life rides are hosted in dozens of cities across the U.S. and take bicyclists through some of the most scenic terrains in the nation to raise funds for the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation.