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How to Take Body Measurements There are a variety of reasons why you may want to take your body measurements. You could be making, tailoring, or purchasing clothes, or you may be trying to gauge weight loss. Different purposes will require different measurements but all are easy to take with basic tools and maybe a helping hand. Use the following steps when you take your measurements. If you like your scales and don’t have time to calculate body fat, the least you should do is buy a tape measure and keep tabs on your body measurements. This is good practice even if you are calculating body fat percentages. Taking your measurements is an fantastic method of keeping track of your changing body shape as you get fit. When you burn fat and increase muscle mass, there may be times when you weigh a little more despite the fact that your body is getting smaller and tighter. For a complete picture of your progress when taking body measurements, measure yourself in 10 different plac...

How to Take a Yoga Break at Work - PART 2 If you work a 9 to 5 job, it can be challenging to find the time and the motivation to attend yoga classes regularly. You’re at work during most class times, and in the evenings, you’re probably drained, hungry and ready to relax. But you know you need yoga to soothe your aches and pains, relieve stress, and improve your health. So what can you do? I recommend taking “Yoga Breaks,” a few minutes of breathing and movement several times a day to balance your body, clear your mind, and boost your energy. It’s not the same as a 90-minute class, but it will give you access to the benefits of yoga. And remember, a little yoga is always better than none. The hardest part will be getting started and making it part of your work flow. At first, you might resist taking even this small amount of time for yourself away from a project, but these mini yoga sessions will improve your performance, productivity, and focus, so you’ll get a real r...

How to Take a Yoga Break at Work - PART 1 If your workday consists of sitting in front of a computer, you may want to take a yoga break. Yoga can help immensely to release the tension in your body. A brief yoga break also eases the stress of the work environment. To take a yoga break at work, focus on simple poses and stretches that can be done while seated. If you have the space, you also might try some standing poses to get your blood flowing and take a break from sitting all day. Maintain correct posture Before you do any office yoga poses, especially those you can do seated in a chair, make sure you're sitting with good posture. Move to the edge of your chair so that your feet can rest flat on the floor. Generally you want to sit in a stable chair rather than a chair with wheels, if at all possible. If no non-wheeled chair is available, lock or block your wheels if you can so the chair won't roll. Keep a neutral back and roll your shoulders back so that you...

How to Take a Quick Shower (for Guys) Sometimes life doesn't wait around for you to take a shower at your normal pace. Maybe you woke up late and you have to be to work in a half hour. Maybe you had to work late, but you're supposed to be on a date with your girlfriend in twenty minutes. Whatever the case may be, you need to know how to shower quickly and effectively. 7 Hacks For A Faster Shower To Save You Time In The Morning Believe it or not, your morning shower can be the difference between a great day and a chaotic nightmare. If you've ever powered through your shower routine only to realize nearly 30 minutes passed while you were on autopilot in la la land, then you know it can trigger a rushed and stressful morning. When you can't be bothered with running late again, a few hacks for a faster shower are in order. We all love the precious "me time" that a soothing shower gives us, but sometimes speeding things along is necessary. The rest of ...

How to Style Mom Jeans - Outfit Ideas – PART 2 First things first, if you are slightly confused on how different the mom jeans are from anything else. Here’s what these are. The old school not-so-great-fitting-mom-jeans are inspired quite literally from the jeans our mothers would wear – just like the name goes. They are always high-waisted, usually medium-washed, slightly off-shaped and forever sexy, plus thanks to other variations we have this time around. You are going to see it soon and believe it too. 11. Knee Clear Ripped Jeans WIth A Loose Shirt Invest in a ripped mom jeans or even DIY one, and you can do so much with it. Pair it with a loose striped or checkered shirt and tuck it in. Take it one step ahead, fold the hemline and wear a pair of ankle boots. 12. With A Black Turtleneck And A Jacket Here’s an interesting outfit for your next informal business luncheon or a meeting. The turtleneck instead of your regular V-necks shifts gears and gives you a more mature ...

How to Style Mom Jeans - Outfit Ideas – PART 1 Mom jeans – something that the world is practically living in. Beyonce, JLo, Taylor Swift, Kendall Jenner, Gigi Hadid – and every other fashion icon you can think of from Hollywood to Milan, Paris or your Instagram influencers, fashion bloggers, etc., all of them are spotted wearing these and how? We are glad that the mom jeans regaled it’s way back into the clothing lines and that it’s not something we are pointlessly raving over all things 90s fashion. The best part of these jeans you ask? It does not matter what size you are; it goes with every, body type be it curvy, petite, skinny, plus or broad. So if you have been shying away from these, you have no reason to. Now, shoo-away the mind-block already, let’s explore some interesting and fun outfit ideas to style your mom jeans. How To Style Your Mom Jeans? Styling your mom jeans is no rocket science, just wear how you style your regular jeans however just like every other madne...

How to Stay Cool in Sweltering Summer Heat Sick of sweating through your clothes in 100 degree weather, unable to resist the intense heat? Is your hair frizzy from the humidity and your face and body getting riddled with pimples? Are you constantly trying to stay cool, but just don't know the RIGHT way to do it? Read on for some unexpected, simple and helpful tips! Pretty Cool The grass is always greener on the other side, and that’s especially true when it comes to seasons. During the winter, all you want is a warm summer day. But when the August heat hits, you remember how hard it is to look your best as your makeup slides south, your hair goes north, and your skin becomes a sticky oil slick. Real Simple consulted a team of health and beauty experts and busy women who live in the warmest climates for ideas on how to beat the heat and look good while doing so. After all, it’s summertime—and right now the grass really is greener. How the Heat Affects You “People in Chi...

How to Stay Cool in Summer Heat - Tips To Feel Fresh Your body temperatures rises when outdoor temperatures go up, explains Mathis. To maintain a normal, comfortable temperature, your body needs to release heat through its pores. A little perspiration is good. Excessive sweating, however, can cause dehydration, which dominoes into a sour mood, irritability, and sluggishness. (In extreme circumstances, it can even make a person delusional.) That’s why it’s important to keep your body temperature down before you go outside. Not only will it help you look cool but you’ll also feel more comfortable once you’re out and about. One trick to try: Place skin-care supplies in the refrigerator before hopping in the shower, suggests Joanna Schlip, a Los Angeles makeup artist. That way, after you’re dry, you can smooth on the cool products to refresh your skin. Or take it a step further: “One trick I learned is to put the metal jewelry I’m going to wear—my bracelet, necklace, and earrings—...

How to Reduce Waist Size – PART 2 Belly fat can be especially dangerous, so reducing the size of your waist is associated with better health, not just better looks. The average waist size has increased seven inches since the 1950s, so if you want to trim your waist size, you’re not alone. Luckily, there are ways that women and men can reduce their waist sizes. Reduce calories. It’s a fairly obvious point, but if you want to reduce your waist size, you need to reduce the amount of calories you consume. Weight loss is an obvious equation: You need to burn more than you take in, and exercise burns fewer calories than many people think. It takes a caloric deficit of 3,500 to lose a single pound. Many studies have found that if you keep a food diary in which you list what you eat every day, with the number of calories consumed, you will be more likely to eat less. Use online calorie counters to figure out the number of calories in everything you eat. Pay careful attention t...