by PerErik | Jan 19, 2013 | Tennis Tips
Weight loss basics By Mayo Clinic staff Your weight is a balancing act, and calories are part of that equation. Fad diets may promise you that counting carbs or eating a mountain of grapefruit will make the pounds drop off. But when it comes to weight loss, it’s...
by PerErik | Jan 19, 2013 | Tennis Tips
Fruits and Vegetables Fruits and vegetables make up a huge part of a healthy diet. They contain essential vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants that keep your body functioning well and protect it against harmful free radicals. The food pyramid calls for 2 1/2 to 3 cups...
by PerErik | Jan 19, 2013 | Tennis Tips
Add Shine to Your Hair For years, hairdressers have been saying a cool-water rinse leaves hair glossier. Is it true? Yes! The chilly temp constricts the cuticle layer of your hair so it lies flatter; making strands smoother and more reflective.
by PerErik | Jan 19, 2013 | Tennis Tips
Step into liquid By Jennifer Goldstein Whether you want shinier hair, younger skin, a healthier body (or all three!), pure, clear water is the world’s best beauty elixir.
by PerErik | Jan 19, 2013 | Tennis Tips
Know the risks of dehydration Any number of problems can result from not drinking enough water; perhaps one of the most common is fatigue. If you don’t drink enough water then “your blood gets thicker from lower water content and your heart has to work harder, which...
by PerErik | Jan 19, 2013 | Tennis Tips
Choose the right beverage Sometimes the simplest solution is the best, and that’s true when it comes to choosing a workout beverage. “If you’re an average person, then water after a workout is just fine,” says Clark. But if your workout is more intense and you spend...
