I was always advised to drink my weight in water.  Well, actually you should convert your weight in pounds to ounces of water, coming up with an ideal amount of water to drink daily for optimum health.  This takes into account a few of my bad habits like coffee, tea, and alcohol.  You’re bad habits may vary.
I’m not sure where this recommendation came from, but I try to drink this much water every day.  When I’m traveling, it’s a bit tougher, both because water may not be as readily available and ditto for the requisiste available bathroom.
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I love all the new swimsuit styles and colors that are out this season, and can’t wait for the warm weather so that I can put one on.  However, I haven’t lost all my winter hibernation excess pounds, so April is the month to get into swimsuit shape.
It really is the little things that we do that can add up to make a big difference.  I know that I’m not going to be able to do anything drastic this month, but I also know that some behavior modification is in order.
Why don’t you come along as well?
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If you consistently find work and obligations getting in the way of fully living life, it’s time to take a step back and figure out the best way to streamline your to-dos. We all have them – those commitments and chores on our plate that won’t go away anytime soon.
So where do you start? Well, first you should consider the way you think (right brain? left brain?) and what your days are like. If you have a set routine of work and play, it might be easier to schedule spare minutes for personal productivity. But, then again if your days …read more

You’re busy.  I know.  You eat on the run, put mascara on at stoplights, put on lipstick walking down the street, fix your hair when you get to work, and work through lunch.  And it’s all taking it’s toll on your body and how you look 
Time to put yourself back in control with these 7 simple ways to take care of yourself.

Schedule a check up.  It’s so easy to put it off, but having regular check ups can help with early detection of anything serious, and if there’s nothing serious just serve as a quick little tune up.  …read more