Archive for March, 2009

posted by petersal on Mar 28

Are you really aware of how to keep a woman happy?

Maybe you think you are,but here is some good relationship advice for you men,the most important of which is to always be yourself.Many men do not feel that they are good enough to catch a beautiful,sexy woman,so they try to impress by putting on some sort of false show,but to a woman,a confident man is the sexiest beast around.Surely you have noticed that some of the ugliest guys have some of the prettiest women around them,and that is because they show a level of confidence that is more attractive to women than just physical looks.

Next,pay attention to doing those everyday little things that show you care,such as offering to take her car in for a service,or giving her a bag of her favourite confections from time to time,as you do not always have to do grand displays,when it is the little things that add up to long relationships.These sort of acts tell her that you appreciate her and you do not take her for granted,so let her know that you value her.

Do not make it obvious if you want to look at another woman when you are with her,because a woman will think that you are comparing her to the woman that you are looking at,and they do not understand the whole concept of the man feeling that his sexuality needs to be kept alive.This comes from the biological drive for monogamy in women,because they are looking for a lifetime partner with whom they can raise children,and that is how evolution designed them,so just cut down on the ogling,especially when she is with you.

A sense of humour is important to a woman,so do not be overly serious and try to keep her laughing which can lighten any mood.Also having common interests helps too,and it is great if you got together because of a hobby or an interest,but it still helps if you can take an interest in a long standing passion of hers which might mean,for example,your developing an appreciation for foreign films,but if that is so, then do it,as this shows that you care about her and she will know you are very special.

Once you get the woman it does not mean that you can stop trying for her affections,and,while women are less sensitive to looks than men are,they still like a man who makes an attempt to look good,so have a shave on weekends,and try to keep in touch with the latest fashion trends for men.Do not get sloppy and slovenly just because you have managed to catch her,because you could just as easily lose her again.

She will also need to know that she can comfortably introduce you into her circle of family and friends, because a man must be part of her larger life, especially after the first few weeks of passion are over,so do make an effort to get along with her girlfriends and her parents,for a woman relies on her social network to confirm her choice of partner.

You should always be considerate of her feelings as women are less emotionally stable than guys, because a part of this is hormonal,so when you are sensitive to her moods,you will keep on her good side.

The final piece of advice is to be open to trying new things as,at the start of a relationship,everything is new and exciting,from the dates you arrange to the way you kiss,but after a while these things will become routine,so if you find that your relationship has become a dull ritual,then try to introduce some variety and novelty to shake things up a bit.It will most certainly help in keeping your relationship healthy.

So,I have given you some very useful bits of advice on relationships to keep your dating life strong,and really they are just common sense and showing consideration for your woman,and not only that,but you will find that all of your personal relationships, with friends,co-workers and family will improve,as you will be in a much better frame of mind.

Peter King advises on relationship issues, so don`t struggle with your problems as there`s lots more good meaningful advice available at: http://www.You-and-Yours.com

posted by dominicdonaldson on Mar 28

Hair loss is something that a lot of people have to contend in their life time, male or female. Fortunately unlike in the past, there are now many ways to combat hair loss. There are many professional clinics spread over the country that can offer hair replacement therapies, hair restoration and hair transplants. Not only that clinics can offer individuals a range of advice on which treatment will suit them best regarding what type of hair loss they are experiencing.

So what causes hair loss and need for hair restoration? Well there are many attributing factors to hair loss and some are far more common than others. Malnutrition, stress and illness can all cause scalp disorders in both men and women. There is also a far more common heredity condition that occurs in both sexes and that is known as androgenetic alopecia and is better known as pattern baldness within men. Women can suffer from this disorder also, but unlike men that develop a receding hairline woman tend to suffer from thinning.

Research that has undergone into hair loss suggests that the problem is directly related to androgen hormones. These hormones trigger and are responsible for male sexual development before birth and at puberty. They are responsible for hair growth and research has also established that male pattern baldness is a variant of androgen gene receptor that has to be present for androgenetic alopecia to occur.

Of course there are outside variants that can cause hair loss such as individual’s diet, environment and general health yet most studies signify that genetic reasons are most likely. There are some other causes of reversible hair loss such as thyroid disease, iron deficiency, ‘crash dieting’, childbirth and certain medicines available on the market. All of those can be usually treated with medication as the scalp damage is not permanent.

Hair restoration surgery is a big step to combat hair loss but with the right clinic and advice there is a lot of help available. If you think that hair restoration is too severe an answer then there are other options that are available. Hair replacement devices and medications to thicken remaining hair are possible and can dramatically improve the situation for the individual. Hair loss did used to be a subject that people have found very difficult to speak about but as it is such a widespread problem now people should not feel embarrassed in asking for help. Why not get in contact with a professional today.

Dominic Donaldson is an expert in the hair replacement industry.
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posted by tollieschmidt on Mar 24

Conventional wisdom has long held that lactic acid is a metabolic scourge, bringing hard exercise stints to a screeching halt and causing next day soreness. Recent research shows how wrong that lie is: Not only does lactate have nothing to do with the burn, it’s actually a secret source of fuel that can help anyone turbo charge his workout.

When athletes are training to push up their lactate threshold, what they’re really doing is training their bodies to use lactate as fuel. Improving that threshold is crucial.

Swimming: Fast laps can sabotage form in the water, so the challenge is maintaining efficiency at high intensities. Find your threshold: Warm up for 5 minutes, then do this 500-meter test. Start off at a pace you can hold for more than 500 meters, but build gradually so that your last 100 is at 90 percent effort. Count your strokes per pool length in the first and last 100 meters. Improve your threshold: Swim 100-yard repeats for 20 minutes, resting after each for one quarter of your swim time. Swim at the fastest pace that allows you to keep a stroke per pool length count of one or two strokes below your count in the final 100 yards of your test.

Cycling: Find your threshold using a heart-rate monitor, perform two 3 mile time trials on flat roads, riding as fast as you can. Multiply the higher average heart rate by 0.92 and 0.95 to find the ideal range to boost your lactate threshold. So, if your heart rate was 185, your lactate threshold training range is 170 to 176. Improve your threshold: Lactate threshold intervals below 6 minutes have less training benefits. Start with three 6-minute stints, each followed by 6 minutes of active rest (relax but keep moving). As you can, tack on 60-second blocks to each interval, eventually adding a fourth block. If you reach 10 minutes, retest.

Running: A higher lactate threshold increases the pace you can sustain over short to midrange distances, powers you over hills, and adds kick to your sprint. Find your threshold: Warm up, then run 5 kilometers at race pace. If you finish in 15 to 19 minutes, your threshold pace should be 25 to 30 seconds slower per mile than your 5k pace; 20 to 24 minute finishes put your lactate threshold pace at 20 to 25 seconds slower; and 25 to 30 minutes, or if youre a beginner, 5 to 10 seconds per mile slower. Improve your threshold: Run four 1-mile segments at lactate threshold training pace with 60 seconds rest. Perform the 5k tests again after 8 weeks.

Start your engines: Your body draws its fuel, ATP, from three energy systems at any given time.

Aerobic System: This slow-burning fuel system is your primary supply during regular exercise. ATP comes from the breakdown of fats, blood glucose, and glycogen, using oxygen as part of a chain reaction to clear waste.

Anaerobic System (ATP-CP): This short-term oxygen-free process fuels normal movement and sudden, intense bursts of strength. The boost from ATP and creatine phosphate (CP), which are stored in the muscles, lasts only 7 to 10 seconds.

Anaerobic Lactate System: This high-intensity, oxygen-free process breaks down glucose. Lactate is formed from a by-product and can be used inside the mitochondria (the cells’ energy producers) as an additional fuel source.

Tap into your body’s natural turbo chargers with these three plans. Push your self-imposed limits and release your greatness. Learn a little everyday about how your body truly functions. Learning your bodies endless limits, and amazing capabilities, you enable yourself to see the junk many diet plans try to offer. Within you is a sleeping giant, unleashing passion and greatness is within your control. At anytime, you can choose to be great and live with no limits. So, what will you choose for today? Dream as if you will never die. Live as if today is your last.

Tollie Schmidt lived his life as the fat kid. His weight reached over 500 pounds. Losing over 300 pounds of fat, Tollie struggled with bulimia and became a personal trainer. Today, Tollie’s a highly sought after International Speaker, Author, Producer and Dreamer. Today our Youth have a voice for change. (Empowering Greatness for a Dream-Infused Life).
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posted by papatocs on Mar 20

Most everyone has heard of the term liposuction, which refers to the removal of fatty lumps from under the skin, usually around the stomach. There are a number of different ways of performing liposuction and different surgeons may offer a choice between traditional, super wet, tumescent, mechanical, ultrasonic and laser liposuction.

Until recently liposuction was seen as a procedure that only women had done when they wanted to rid themselves of excess fat under the skin or when they wanted to lose some weight around the middle. Nowadays, men are taking more care of themselves and more of them are going for liposuction.

Some men and women have bad eating habits that result in an excess of fat and men who want to look their best, may opt to have liposuction to remove unwanted fat. However, most surgeons will tell you that liposuction is not a long term solution for losing weight and it is far better to have a good diet and exercise regime before you decide you may need surgery.

Liposuction is a relatively straight forward procedure but it should not be seen as an alternative to diet and exercise and is usually undertaken where there is fatty tissue that is resistant to the normal methods. One thing that most surgeons will say is that it is not wise to have too much liposuction done at one time. If there is a lot of excess fat then this should be treated in stages to avoid any after effects.

If you are thinking of having liposuction then the first thing you should do is talk to your GP as he or she will know of any existing problems and whether liposuction should be used when a person has particular health problems.

Most people who are having liposuction for the first time want to know about the risks of liposuction. There are a number of different methods that surgeons will use to perform liposuction, a lot depends on the person and the type of problem they have. One way of removing unwanted fatty tissue is to inject an anesthetic into the mass, after which an incision is made and the fat drawn out.

A less painful means is known as power assisted surgery. Power assisted liposuction has been in use for around ten years and in this procedure the tube that is inserted to draw of the fat is assisted by extra power. This makes it much easier to shake the fat cells loose while leaving the remaining skin and tissue unharmed.

What type of liposuction you have depends on the individual and the amount of excess fat that needs removing. One of the latest methods for removing fatty lumps is the use of ultrasonic technology, which involves using ultrasonic waves to target the fat. Many people prefer this because it is less invasive with the use of ultrasonic liposuction and tends to leave the stomach much firmer and flatter.

Most people tend to react favorably to ultrasonic technology and it can work very well, however, you should ask the doctor which technique might be best for you rather than demand to have your liposuction undertaken in a certain way. Liposuction can be very expensive and may mean a stay in hospital so it is a good idea to check out how much various procedures cost before you take a decision

If you’re not satisfied with the way you look, then you probably need Liposuction or even a Tummy Tuck to get the body u always wanted.

posted by papatocs on Mar 20

Plastic surgery has many uses; surgeons use it when people have been badly scarred in an accident, or when a person has particular birth defects. Plastic surgery is also used for cosmetic purposes and this is what most people think about when they hear the phrase plastic surgery.

Until recently only well known celebrities or very wealthy women had plastic surgery that was designed to improve their looks or to help them stay looking youthful. There are different procedures that come under the umbrella term of plastic surgery.

Nowadays even teenage girls will save the money for a breast augmentation, especially if they hope to start a modeling career. Unfortunately some young girls are so desperate that they will travel abroad where breast augmentation can be had much more cheaply, but often leaves the person with complications.

Rhinoplasty is a form of plastic surgery that is undertaken for both medical and cosmetic reasons. Rhinoplasty refers to the changing or remodeling of a person’s nose. Sometimes this is undertaken when a person has an accident and they are left with an unsightly break in their nose.

At other times people will pay for rhinoplasty because they don’t like the shape of size of their nose. Rhinoplasty is a difficult form of plastic surgery as the surgeon has to be very precise in his or her calculations. Occasionally an operation goes wrong and the person has to go back for remedial surgery.

As people get older their facial muscles alter and skin drops and wrinkles. An increasing number of women now go for a face lift, where the loose skin is cut and taken up to make the person’s face smoother and more youthful looking. People have eye lifts and they have excess skin removed from under the eyes.

In America particularly, plastic surgery has become popular among increasingly younger groups and surgeons are vying for their business. You only have to do a quick internet search for plastic surgery and you will come up with pages of results.

Most websites do not give a cost breakdown for different procedures and you will generally have to call the clinic and speak to the surgeon or the secretary to get an idea of how much a particular procedure will cost. Most plastic surgeons will want to speak with the person and go through the procedure with them before they agree to undertake the operation.

Once you have spoken to the surgeon and had the procedure explained to you, the doctor may want to undertake some tests before surgery takes place. You should enquire whether the cost of the surgery also covers the cost of the tests or you could find that you are paying out more than you anticipated. Tests will generally include x-rays and blood tests and quite possibly a cardiology examination.

You will need pain medication following the operation and possibly some anti-inflammatory pills. In certain circumstances slight infections can occur and you may need antibiotics. When you are working out the costs of your operation you should include all these extras if you don’t want to over run your budget.

Plastic surgery costs are high and it is possible to get some procedures done much more cheaply if you go abroad, but you do need to make sure that the surgeon you book in with has the right qualifications. You should check what sort of accommodation you will have during your stay and whether that is included or is an additional expense.

Interested in Plastic Surgery or even Liposuction then you have come to the right place.