Monday, June 9, 2008
WARD OFF WRINKLES IN A SPLASH
To suds away signs of aging, gently rub facial cleanser onto damp skin for 2 MINUTES AND RINSE 10 TIMES with lukewarm water ( I don't think any of us spend long enough washing our faces so try this for a squeeky clean feeling)
Wednesday, June 4, 2008
WORKOUT TIP-Squeeze the bar
During workouts , the most overlooked point of contact is the hand grip. Wrist, elbow and even shoulder injuries can be prevented by squeezing the bar - dumbbell handle, barbell or any other cable attachment.
This has a snowball effect throughout the body. A tight grip will stabilize the wrist musculature, decreasing unwanted movement of the wrist and elbow( remember , the hand, wrist, and arm are all connected).
If your wrist is isometrically stabilized during most movements, your elbows and shoulders will less likely compensate, leading to a decreased chance of injury.
Also, squeezing the bar sends an automatic response for you abs to contract.
This has a snowball effect throughout the body. A tight grip will stabilize the wrist musculature, decreasing unwanted movement of the wrist and elbow( remember , the hand, wrist, and arm are all connected).
If your wrist is isometrically stabilized during most movements, your elbows and shoulders will less likely compensate, leading to a decreased chance of injury.
Also, squeezing the bar sends an automatic response for you abs to contract.
Help for your eyes while on the computer
Our eyes converge, or cross together, in order to focus on a close-up object, like a computer screen. Keeping your eyes in this position for long periods of time causes strain. This can cause dry, burning eyes, headaches, blurred vision and sensitivity to light.
Over time this eyestrain can lead to permanent changes such as nearsightedness
PROTECT YOURSELF
Get rid of the glare. Switch off overhead lights and use lamps, and position your monitor so that windows are to the side instead of in front of or behind it.
TAKE A BREAK
Research shows that people blink half as much as usual- just six to eight times a minute - when they are looking a a computer screen, which can dry out the eyes.
So make a conscious effort to blink every so often.
Also look away from the screen every 10-15 minutes and stare as far off as you can for a few seconds to relax your eye muscles.
ADJUST YOUR SCREEN
You might think moving your computer closer to you is easier on your eyes, but it is best to keep your distance.
Your screen should be 20 -28 inches from your face.
Also tilt the screen so it is 25 degrees lower than eye level ( this angle can reduce vision fatigue
Over time this eyestrain can lead to permanent changes such as nearsightedness
PROTECT YOURSELF
Get rid of the glare. Switch off overhead lights and use lamps, and position your monitor so that windows are to the side instead of in front of or behind it.
TAKE A BREAK
Research shows that people blink half as much as usual- just six to eight times a minute - when they are looking a a computer screen, which can dry out the eyes.
So make a conscious effort to blink every so often.
Also look away from the screen every 10-15 minutes and stare as far off as you can for a few seconds to relax your eye muscles.
ADJUST YOUR SCREEN
You might think moving your computer closer to you is easier on your eyes, but it is best to keep your distance.
Your screen should be 20 -28 inches from your face.
Also tilt the screen so it is 25 degrees lower than eye level ( this angle can reduce vision fatigue
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