Warming Up

Warm yourself this fall with some slick new legwarmers - they're a great fashion piece, are ultra-warm and comfy. Legwarmers, though, can be a hard to pull off. Firstly, you're going to need a pair that are actually, well, nice. My personal favourite are grey and black ones from secret. They are super-versatile, which is great. You can wear them with tights, leggings, jeans, bare legs or even trackpants. They also look super duper cute with booties, and coming out of military boots. These are great little accessories to have in the fall, and will definitely turn some eyes.

Animal Skins

As you all have probably noticed, animal prints are coming back with a rather large bang. It's sometimes hard, though, to find some decent looking prints on a piece of clothing that you will actually wear. So here is an ingenius idea - animal printed tights!! Just wear your favourite dress or skirt, and pair them with some of these tights and BAM, you are automatically a fashionista of her own accord. Secret actually has the cutest animal printed tights - zebra and leopard.prints that can go with virtually anything. BUT make sure that when you wear patterned tights that you go with a rather simple top, you don't want to cause some sore eyes, but don't be afraid to experiment! These not-so-subtle and sexy tights are going to be huge, be the first to be seen sporting a pair!  

Fashion Insoles

As my readers have come to learn about me, I'm all about comfortable fashion. Sof Comfort has come out with these slick new insoles that are super-foamy and really comfortable that are thin enough to fit in any of my shoes - even my high-heel strappy sandals! They don't slip out, either - the have a sticky back so that you can rest assured that your comfort will last all day - and all night - long. They come in packs of three - for your favourite shoes. these insoles are great, too, because they aren't gel, so if you sweat you won't go slipping and sliding in your kicks. Try them out - I'm sure you'll love 'em!

Ouch! My Feet...

Running is great - it can get you in shape pretty quickly and can improve your athletic ability greatly. Running, though, tends to hurt my ankles, heels and hips (I know, I sound really old when I say that). After running, I crawl into my house and lie down for a bit trying to recover. My heels hurt me very much - so much, in fact, that I almost considered shoving toilet paper in the bottom of my runners. Airr has these smart little heel cups that fit right into the back of almost any shoe. It has these air pockets that absorb shock and make running a heck of a lot more pleasant for me. Now running is something I don't dread, and I can finally get to the fitness level I want without all the agony!

Like A Puma

Puma, personally, is a store that I love. It has all the products that I need for exercising, and are always at an affordable price and are made with the best quality.

One problem that I run into frequently is my socks. When I run, my socks either fall down by the end, are too thick and hot, are too thin and cheap, or are simply just uncomfortable to do tedious exercise in. Puma has these great socks that are just the right thickness, and absorb any excess sweat. As well, they come in quite fun colours, which is always a bonus. My socks usually get holes in them very quickly - usually within the first two months. These Puma socks, though, are made of the quality that Puma has as a standard. I suggest to anyone that really needs socks to exercise in, or just ones that are extremely comfortable, to go out and buy a pair of Puma socks. You won't be disappointed.
 

Getting Fit

Getting going, now, is more comfortable than ever! SofSole has many things that can help you feel better when exercising. Whether your arch is huge or non-existent, they have the right insole for you. There are different levels of cushioning, too! I have a pair (or rather several pairs) of their insoles, and use them daily. Even just walking to school or to the store, they are great. They don't wiggle around inside your shoes, and provide the cushioning needed for maximum comfort. Even if you don't need full cushioning on your foot, SofSole has heel cups! Just slip them in the backs of your sneakers, and off you go! They don't move and are oh-so-comfy! They absorb much of the weight of running and walking, and even my knees and hips seem to be thanking me!

Keeping track of your exercise is another story. Thanks to New Balance's 3Axis Pedometer, you can count every step! It comes with a clip, so you can clip it on your pants. It's so tiny, too! Barely there, it can count every step, your distance travelled, how many calories you've burned and the time. It can tell whether you're running or walking, and has memory for your daily workouts. It's durable, too - I admit that I have dropped it a few times, and it works fine!  

No more excuses, go get some exercise. Get ready for the beach because the time is near!

Easy Ways To Eliminate Bikini Season Anxiety

By now, the majority of us are panicking about going to the beach in our bikinis. Fret no more! Here is a list of easy - and inexpensive - ways to achieve the body you want.

1. Exercise! I know, who has the time, right? You don't have to go to the gym for exercise, (though you should try to at least go to the gym a couple times a month) try taking the stairs at work or even at shopping malls. Try riding your bike, rollerblading or walking to school or work. Take your dog for longer walks, or if you feel up to it, runs! The possibilities are endless, just get up off your butt and do something!
2. Eat more healthful foods! If you really want to get in shape quickly, you must start eating better. Stop buying those quick and easy, fat-filled snacks and go for fruits instead. Fruits and vegetable give you much more energy, without all the artery clogging of alternatives. As well, they are easy! Just grab one, wash it, and eat it! Start buying whole grain bread instead of white bread. They taste almost exactly alike, but the latter is worse for your health. If you have some spare time, cut up a bunch of fruits and vegetables and store them in your fridge - that way, when you're hungry for a quick snack and go hunting in the fridge, you can grab a pre-made healthy snack instead of who-knows what else. And be sure not to grocery shop when you are hungry! You will end up buying more than you need, and more likely unhealthier foods.  Stay on the outside aisles of your grocery store - the further inside you get, the less healthful the foods get.
A big problem to watch out for is to only eat when you are hungry. Don't just eat when you are bored!
3.Get outdoors! Go camping, canoeing, kayaking, rock climbing...anything! While you are enjoying nature, you are burning a heck of a lot of calories and fat. Also, when you actually do get around to going to the beach, you won't be pasty white, but already a little tanned. Another bonus - you won't be just slim, but fit! Wouldn't it be nice to have non-bulky muscles to show off? And the more muscle you have, the easier it is to burn calories! It's win-win, so get going now!