10.04.07
Fitness Clubs, Weight Loss Programs and Real Beauty
That familiar saying, “Beauty is in the eye of the beholder,” sounds so positive and good. Yet there’s so much talk today about fitness programs, weight loss and beauty treatments, that it makes you wonder if that old saying is true or not. To help clear up this triangle of what real beauty is all about, this report will discuss what the real beauties are doing with regards to fitness clubs, weight loss programs and beauty treatments.
Note that this report is for educational purposes only. None of the information is intended to take the place of your physician’s advice. So consult your family doctor or other medical authority for that and other pertinent help.
Fitness Overview
Many believe that beauty is being as healthy and fit as possible - both physically and mentally - even if you don’t look like a movie star. Yet reports today show that a lack of even the most basic exercise and physical fitness is the main reason that there is an increasing rise in obesity cases plus other serious health issue including type 2 diabetes that can result from inactivity combined with obesity promote insulin resistance.
In fact reports for the population of the United States alone show that about a quarter of the adults are simply inactive due to increasing numbers having sedentary jobs and work that results in using computers more and more every day. And about only a third of the adults actually get the recommended minimal 30 minutes of activity each day.
Now although fitness might be seen by many as a tool for keeping bodies in shape and beautiful on the outside, it is necessary first and foremost as a tool for keeping bodies beautiful on the side. Exercise and other physical fitness activities help fight cardiovascular disease, a number one killer among men and women today, by lowering blood glucose levels and improving your overall health.
Get a Move On….
On a more positive note, physical fitness activities can be started and increased at any time, any age, of course with the approval of your healthcare provider. The benefits of increased activity can include improved circulation in your body’s systems, weight loss, improved glucose levels and heart functions, improved mental activity and alertness and overall positive self improvement both physically and mentally. Then your inner beauty will show on the outside with smiles, a bounce in your step and happiness radiating outwards.
Begin by adding a little daily activity to your plans. Take your dog for a walk; take your neighbor’s dog for a walk. Ride your bike to the post office, public library or bank for errands. Plan activities with family and friends on days off and weekends.
There’s no need to join a gym or health club. But if your budget and time allow, check around your area to see what’s offered. Compare hours of operation, parking conditions (for safety if you go there at night), equipment and classes, etc. Then maybe go slow and steady, signing up for a class first, then part time with day or evening hours, before jumping aboard with a full-time membership.
If you are specifically looking for weight loss programs, check out dieting packages available today. Key in a phrase like “weight loss programs” into search engines for help and you can find over 21 million listings in Google™ alone.
One popular place to search online is eDiets.com. They offer an extensive network of informative articles on fitness and diet. Their site features a recipe club, an online journal and fitness diary, fitness coach and exercise tools and help, variety of diet plans with top diet programs on the market today. So teaming up with eDiets can also mean teaming up with Bill Phillips Eating for Life, Suzanne Sommers Weight Loss Plan, The Mayo Clinic Plan, Slim Fast®, Atkins® diet or others. Learn more by contacting them at: eDiets.com, 1000 Corporate Drive, Suite 600, Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33334. Call their toll-free Nutrition Support at: (800) 265-6170 or email their Nutrition Support at: nutrition@ediets.com.
The low-Down on Dieting and Weight Loss …
If you’re tired of trying this program and that, stop and take a time to learn the low down on what diet and nutrition and weight loss are all about. Start your research with the USDA (United States Department of Agriculture) website: http://www.mypyramid.gov with their USDA Food Guide Pyramid and physical activity level assessment help and tool.
The Pyramid presents a basics outline of the foods you should eat daily, based upon the USDA’s Dietary Guidelines and the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. It shows that a wide variety of foods is needed so that your body gets the necessary calories and nutrients to be healthy. And the amount and size of servings depend upon age groups and gender. So learn and burn – calories, that is!
Real Beauty
Time to check out the third corner of our triangle, real or natural beauty. The most physical outward beauty of any one person can be destroyed by the ugliness inside. And that’s a fact, as ugly as it sounds.
Take the most beautiful Hollywood stars, that end up porn stars hooked on drugs and anything and everything else… and those people generally end up destroying themselves with their negative habits and lifestyles, often committing suicide. That’s not real beauty.
Real beauty comes from within, regardless of the dressing on the outside, the background, socio-economic status, etc. Real beauty starts with the heart and mind of the individual and grows outward from there with smiles and gestures, thoughts and actions – all reflecting the inner beauty.
There is no price tag on real beauty. It’s priceless. It’s all too rare sometimes.
For those seeking real beauty, start inside and seek inner peace during quite times. Many find this a type of spiritual awakening and seek help with the process with mentor or spiritual guidance. Also combine basic grooming skills and tasks to cover external beauty coverage.
Basic Grooming
Begin by focusing on cleanliness, like that old say, “Cleanliness is next to Godliness.” A daily bath or shower makes for a good smelling person. But don’t overdo the good effect by dousing yourself in cologne or perfume, no matter how much it costs. A good, clean scent is far better than one that makes people sneeze and need sinus medicine to breathe around you. And in the event you cannot get a shower or bath daily, at least sponge bathing and putting on a fresh shirt with deodorant can help.
Attire should be cleaned and neat. You don’t need expensive or even new clothing to look good. Rather have your clothing mended or repaired if there are whole or seems torn, etc. And have the wrinkles out, stains spotted cleaned out, etc. Shoes needn’t be shiny and new, either, but look the best they can with a damp cloth taken over them.
Now head to toe, let’s groom!
Hair is such a personal feature. Some like it long; some like it short; some shave it off. Some like it blond; some like it brunette; some like it red; and still others prefer it green, purple or another color. Then there are those who wear it up with ribbons, hair combs, pulled back in a bun, tied in braids, tied in a ponytail (for gents, too).
Regardless of hair length, color, type or style, make sure to keep it clean – scalp included. Again, there’s no need for fancy, pricey shampoos, conditioners and other hair treatments here. Simply select a basic shampoo and conditioner and wash, rinse and repeat every couple days.
About deodorant - -wear some – and daily. Enough said.
Nails need trimmed for gals and guys. No one likes to see long nails on men; and women don’t need long claws - so don’t look for moms to remind you of clippings. Learn when to feel the need to clip your nails and do it regularly. For those choosing to use colored polishes, keep them up as they begin chipping or remove polish to detract attention.
Shaving is obviously a choice for the ladies, even with swim wear. But for either gender, choose a gentle shaving system or cream to remove unwanted hair. And check into electrolysis for long-term solutions.
Don’t forget your teeth when grooming! Cleaning teeth after every meal helps with long-term dental care – along with an apple a day to keep the doctor away. So choose toothpaste with fluoride – and whiteners as you age, if possible, and brush regularly. Remember to change toothbrushes regularly, too. A genuine smile shows real beauty!
For more tips on real beauty, check out library books on etiquette and manners. Learn to relax, have self confidence and poise and walk the talk. That’s real beauty, regardless of your weight and physical looks.