Writer. Founder of Ballet Sculpt. Yoga, pilates & barre instructor. Fitness, health, beauty, wellness and nutrition.
Thursday, 8 August 2013
Wednesday, 7 August 2013
Messy Topknot Hair Tutorial
In a rush in the morning and need to master a do that can work for your sweat session AND look presentable throughout the day/evening?
As you all know, I go for the topknot every time! Here's a brilliant step-by-step tutorial from blog, Ma Nouvelle Mode.
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| Messy Topknot |
Tuesday, 6 August 2013
From Gym to Date in 2 Seconds!
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| MAC Simply Wow So Supreme Lip Tint |
Check out images and videos for MAC
You can buy in Myer or on the MAC website!
Strength & Beauty
At the end of August I am no longer teaching BodyPump. I admit, I haven't got the passion for it that I once did and I believe there are better ways of training.
I will be teaching more BalletSculpt - and my workouts incorporate a mix of heavier weights and less reps plus cardio intervals, small weights and high reps. Variety is key! That's what I feel is missing in BodyPump and what I have the power to bring to classes that I choreograph myself. Tailored workouts.
Don't ever think you've found the formula though - just as our bodies change, so does our mindset and knowledge. That's the thrill of fitness - there's always more to experience and learn.
I will be teaching more BalletSculpt - and my workouts incorporate a mix of heavier weights and less reps plus cardio intervals, small weights and high reps. Variety is key! That's what I feel is missing in BodyPump and what I have the power to bring to classes that I choreograph myself. Tailored workouts.
Don't ever think you've found the formula though - just as our bodies change, so does our mindset and knowledge. That's the thrill of fitness - there's always more to experience and learn.
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| Strength and Beauty |
Saturday, 3 August 2013
Women's Trainers for Wide Feet
I cannot emphasise enough - don't try to squeeze into your sneakers or have an inch spare either way. It's going to lead to pain, injury and on a lesser scale, blisters and callouses.
By request, here is a list of trainers tried and tested for wide feet. If you have no idea if you pronate (turn inwards), supinate (roll outwards), have wide or narrow feet, I recommend getting measured and fitted properly by a reputable footwear store.
The following models are perfect for daily running, providing shock absorption and good fit for wide feet:
Asics Gel Cumulus 15
By request, here is a list of trainers tried and tested for wide feet. If you have no idea if you pronate (turn inwards), supinate (roll outwards), have wide or narrow feet, I recommend getting measured and fitted properly by a reputable footwear store.
The following models are perfect for daily running, providing shock absorption and good fit for wide feet:
Asics Gel Cumulus 15
Nike Vomero 6, 8+
New Balance 870 V3
Want More Options? Go to Eastbay.com and type in the search: Womens Running Wide
Friday, 2 August 2013
Microdermabrasion + Laser Treatment
There's a growing market for skin and body treatments that don't involve needles, anaesthetic or hours and days of recovery time. There's got to be a respect for the fact that time cannot be stopped, but there's definitely no shame in wanting to look and feel as brilliant as you can (without submitting to Botox or other injectables!)
The celebrities with radiant skin, along with models and fashion editors are always on the prowl for the best treatments and practices. For months now, I have been reading about microdermabrasion, facial massage, peels and retinoic acid formulas.
I regularly use a prescription retinoic acid cream (Retin-A) to improve skin tone, prevent blemishes and removal of dead skin cells overnight (ciao, blackheads).
I am super-careful about who I entrust my skin to so I chose to go for microdermabrasion at Australian Skin Clinics. They have operated numerous centres in Queensland but it is their first Melbourne store that I attended. Worth EVERY second and cent. I was ushered straight into my appointment and the 9-stage
process was thoroughly explained during a skin assessment. "Before" photos were taken and then all I had to do was lie down and let the professional do all the work.
Cleansing, a light glycolic peel and the actual microdermabrasion were painless and the whole treatment took under an hour!
What's it feel like?
The diamond-head microdermabrasion feels like a mini-vacuum buzzing over the skin. I didn't find it uncomfortable at all. Following a light peel and final application of SPF, I was good to go.
I expected to look in the mirror at a bright red face, but actually, it looked like I was wearing foundation! My skin was clear with just a slight flush, as if I'd been walking at a brisk pace. In fact, the morning after it looked even better.
The important post-treatment musts are to avoid harsh exfoliants and to use a SPF 30+ - the facial skin will be much more sensitive in the week following treatment.
I was so impressed with the results, I booked in to get laser treatment on some pesky capillaries on the bridge of my nose - nothing hugely noticeable, but with naturally pale skin, the redness is apparent when I'm not wearing any concealer. I figured, with the promise of a few quick zaps in the time it takes to order and eat lunch, I could fix an issue that bothers me at least once daily!
For the next week and a half, I'm easing up on the exercise to avoid irritating the skin while it's recovering post-laser treatment. I'm also making sure to use BB cream for light coverage with SPF 50+
I'll take a little break from Retin-A and use a lighter glycolic peeling product like philosophy miracle worker anti-aging pads.
To read more and make any enquiries, go to Australian Skin Clinics or call 03 8672 5600
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| Microdermabrasion at Australian Skin Clinics |
I regularly use a prescription retinoic acid cream (Retin-A) to improve skin tone, prevent blemishes and removal of dead skin cells overnight (ciao, blackheads).
process was thoroughly explained during a skin assessment. "Before" photos were taken and then all I had to do was lie down and let the professional do all the work.
Cleansing, a light glycolic peel and the actual microdermabrasion were painless and the whole treatment took under an hour!
What's it feel like?
The important post-treatment musts are to avoid harsh exfoliants and to use a SPF 30+ - the facial skin will be much more sensitive in the week following treatment.
I was so impressed with the results, I booked in to get laser treatment on some pesky capillaries on the bridge of my nose - nothing hugely noticeable, but with naturally pale skin, the redness is apparent when I'm not wearing any concealer. I figured, with the promise of a few quick zaps in the time it takes to order and eat lunch, I could fix an issue that bothers me at least once daily!
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| philosophy miracle anti-aging pads |
I'll take a little break from Retin-A and use a lighter glycolic peeling product like philosophy miracle worker anti-aging pads.
To read more and make any enquiries, go to Australian Skin Clinics or call 03 8672 5600
Thursday, 1 August 2013
Passionately Purple
Not so secret - I love purple. All shades. Lilac, mauve, deep velvety aubergine...plum, grape, neon magenta...
Here's my pick of the best buys in purple - go from work to workout to evening out by throwing everything you need in the handy Starlight gym bag!
Clockwise from Top Left Corner
Here's my pick of the best buys in purple - go from work to workout to evening out by throwing everything you need in the handy Starlight gym bag!
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| Purple Sports and Cosmetics |
Clockwise from Top Left Corner
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