ALL BLAIR - Lifestyle Blog
While optimum health and fitness are important to many, the demands of work, home and personal life can leave one feeling like there’s just not enough time! I mean, I wake up before the crack of dawn so that I can squeeze in my work out! Just a few minutes of exercise a day can actually improve one’s health. Even if you’re not an early riser like me, following the tips below will help you manage to find the time in your busy day. Exercise releases endorphins that can help relieve stress and m...
“Should I go darker for Fall?”… I say “YES!” Although I’m known for bright blond locks most of the year, I love a deeper, richer shade in the Fall. You’re toning down bright fashion favorites to more neutral earth tones, so why not do the same with your hair?
Rich colors that are in this season include auburn, chestnut and chocolate browns, and caramel and toffee blondes. It’s important to align the tone of your hair with undertone of your skin. For example, my skin is ashy with pink underton...
Who says you can’t enjoy soup in the summertime?! Try this satisfying chowder by using the season's best produce. Top with cheese and bacon for extra yumminess. Ingredients 2 slices applewood-smoked bacon or you may use turkey bacon as an alternative, which I prefer. :) 3/4 cup sliced green onions, divided 1/4 cup chopped celery 1 pound yellow summer squash, chopped 1 pound frozen white and yellow baby corn kernels, thawed and divided 2 1/4 cups 1% low-fat milk, divided 1 teaspo...
Don’t we all wish we had the skin of a newborn baby no matter our age? Well, that’s not likely for any of us as adults, but we can take years off our appearance with the right approach. If you haven’t heard of microneedling, you’re going to love me for clueing you in. ;) Some people are turned off by the idea due to the involvement of tiny needles penetrating your skin, but I can promise if you give it a try, you’ll be amazed by the lasting results you gain over time. So what is Microneedli...
If you know me… you know I love ANYTHING sweet… you could pour some Splenda on fried chicken livers and I’d gobble them down. It’s been said that sugar is actually more addictive than cocaine. Not sure if that’s true, but I can tell you it’s certainly a struggle for me! ;) Addiction doesn’t always have to involve an addictive substance or drug, as the term can be used to describe an excessive behavior such as compulsive eating. Many experts believe that addiction to food really isn’t abou...
Spicing up a classic with this Summertime Caprese Salad. This recipe is perfect for a light lunch or as a side salad for your main dinner. Dig in! Tomatoes deliver lots nutrients and inflammation-reducing antioxidants, including lycopene and folic acid. Ingredients:
1 tablespoon minced Fresh Parsley ½ teaspoon Dried Basil 1 pinch Dried Oregano 1 tablespoon Capers, drained 2 cloves Garlic, minced 6 tablespoons Olive Oil Freshly ground Pepper and Sea Salt...
Beginning my fitness journey to a healthier me has been one of the best things I could have ever done for myself (check back on AllBlair to hear about my journey). Some of my favorite exercises for core improvement are static and dynamic movements for overall strength and conditioning. What are Static and Dynamic movements? Static Movements are slow and constant with the end position held for a period of time, where the muscle relaxes and elongates. Most static stretching should be do...
