NORDIC WALKING - An Introduction & How To!

Want To Look Like A Celebrity On The "Red Carpet"

Have you ever looked at someone, perhaps a relative, colleague or even a random woman walking down the street, perhaps in a sexy red dress, and thought to yourself, "They look amazing! They are perfectly put together, from head to toe." Now have you ever saw that person for the second time in a row and thought the same thing, than again, and again. When looking at that person, did you feel a twinge of envy, maybe even a flood of jealousy?

What many people don't realize is that looking like a star while working down the red carpet doesn't just have to do with the clothes. After all, we see the people who although famous, time and time again, are always somehow late to the party when it comes to looking good. You don't have to wear a $10,000 dress, in order to be the best dressed. Whether you're a plus size hourglass figure, an average apple shape, or catwalk thin. There are a minimum of 4 steps you need to take before you buy another piece of clothing. This goes for both men and women.

5. Posture. I don't care who you are, waitress or actress, or what you wear, red cocktail dress or blue jeans, if you sit, stand or walk with a slouch, say goodbye to anyone ever having style envy over you. The only excuse for hunching is a medical condition.

4. Focus. Literally. What are you focused on when you walk down the street? Are you one of those "scanners". The people that look every one up and down, as if they hope they find something wrong? Well contrary to popular belief. This doesn't make you look superior, in fact it gives off an air of insecurity and jealousy. Remember you want THEM to be jealous. This shouldn't show up on your demeanor.

3. Stride. Do you know what made James Bond, James Dean, and James Coburn the epitome of cool in their day? Stride. They walked with a confident cool demeanor, that was so a part of their persona, even if they were running for their lives, both men and women wished they were as cool. Can you picture Halle Berry at an event in a red evening gown, looking anything but stately as she walks. Matt Damon may play some interesting characters, but he still has plenty of swag especially in a tuxedo. Both cool and sexy start from the inside.

2. Eyes. No matter your age or size, they are one of your best physical assets. So make them one of your best features. Play them up. If you have red eyes, use some eye drops, if you have a tendency to frown and squint, practice opening your eyes wider. Wide eyes can be alluring, and while this might not be a natural physical characteristic for everyone, there's still no reason to purposely close them any more than necessary. Look in a mirror. Practice this. For ladies well applied mascara can go a long way, but use eyeliner sparingly.

Let me throw in a fifth step.

1. Smile. No, you don't have to walk around grinning like a Cheshire cat, but a well timed disarming smile can seal the deal. Learn how to smile best for your facial shape and features. Some people are adorable showing all of their pearly whites, others are just downright scary. Let your lips go nude or accentuate them with a sexy red color. Just choose your signature smile and whatever you do...don't smirk.

Red Carpet style isn't just for the red carpet, it's to give yourself and every day boost of confidence. 



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Proper Sitting Positions And Your Spine

Have you ever thought about how much time you actually spend sitting in an average day? I bet you haven't. Office workers will spend anywhere from six to seven hours per day sitting. Then you have to add the time it takes to commute back and forth to work, eating lunch and dinner and possibly relaxing on the couch at the end of the day. On average, most people sit for a total of about ten hours per day.
How's Your Posture?
Most of us do not even realize how we sit. We just simply sit. But, the way we sit can have negative effects on our bodies especially the back. We must always be aware of our posture in order to ensure that our spine is aligned and not being put under any duress. Below you will find a list showing you how to sit correctly to minimize any damage to the back:
1 - It is very important to take a break at least every hour. Take advantage of a "dead" period and just stand and stretch for a minute or two. If you are unable to stand you must, at the very least, shift your position.

2 - Always make sure that your knees are lower than your hips. The back of your knees should never touch the seat.
3 - You should always keep both feet firmly on the floor. If your feet are too short to touch the floor, invest in a footrest.
4 - Never cross your legs while you are sitting. Your ankles should always stay in front of your knees.
5 - Having a chair with an adjustable backrest is crucial. If your chair has one, adjust it to support the arch in your lower back. If your chair does not have one ask your employer to get you one, or you can purchase one yourself.
The Importance of Sitting Properly
Good posture is important for long term health and helps to reduce the risk of degenerative arthritis and joint pain. In your back there are several ligaments, tendons, and combinations of soft tissue holding everything together. Ligaments hold our joints together and when these ligaments get overworked, stretched and strained a person can suffer from joint injuries. Once the ligaments are damaged the muscles will no longer work properly causing the muscles to use a lot of energy and become weak and tired. Sitting properly helps keep the ligaments strong, reduces muscle fatigue, the muscles use less energy and they do not get tired as easily.
Many of us would agree that we don't give a second's thought to how we sit; we just sit. This is possibly something we have done since childhood. It would be a good idea for your musculoskeletal health if you spend the next 30 days really paying attention to how you are sitting. Compare your sitting style to the correct way to sit in the list above and focus on changing your sitting patterns to match that list. Experts say that it takes at least 30 days to make or break a habit; so by this time next month you should have developed a better posture.

If you need an expert consult, find a local chiropractor who is trained in body mechanics to fine tune your habits. He or she will be able to tell you what you are doing right and what you need to improve. They'll be able to give you good advice on how to maintain your good positions and change your bad habits. They'll also be able to help your whole body function better through potential chiropractic treatments.

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