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20. From SJ,Cali. My Life Revolves Around Health & Fitness! Taken. Nutrition & Exercise Science Major.


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♥ 519 Notes / Fri May 11th, 2012
muffintop-less: I get asked pretty frequently whether or not I have stretch marks… Girls have expressed their insecurities about having them and ask how to make them go away. OF COURSE I have stretch marks! I have them on my hips and breasts. They tend to come on after rapid weight gain or loss. The thing to keep in mind is NO ONE is perfect! We all have flaws… but those flaws make us unique! Who cares if we have some tiger stripes!? We earned those babies! If you are still very insecure about your stretch marks. There are some remedies out there. Here is a list I found via WebMD: Wheat germ oil: There is not much scientific data on whether home remedies for stretch marks, such as wheat germ oil, can help. One recent study did find it helped improve stretch marks in their early phase. Glycolic acid: Widely touted for its rejuvenation powers, glycolic acid is a sugar cane derivative and a member of the alpha hydroxy acid (AHA) family. It most likely works on stretch marks by increasing collagen production, says Baumann. Glycolic acid can also be administered in higher doses by a dermatologist. Treatment typically costs around $100 and requires three or four office visits before results will appear. Vitamin C: Certain formulations of vitamin C, which have become increasingly popular as over-the-counter brands, may also increase collagen production and help early-stage stretch marks, says Baumann. For maximum effect, combine with glycolic acid. Vitamin C supplements may also be effective. She suggests 500 milligrams three times a day. Peptide-containing products: Peptide-containing products, which are widely marketed as effective “repair” creams, are a waste of time and money, Baumann says. Despite commercial claims, there is no convincing data that these work. Retinoids: A family of products that includes vitamin A, retinoids have been shown to be fairly effective in increasing collagen and elastic production during the early stages. Retinoids should be avoided entirely if pregnant or nursing. Retinol, tretinoin, and the prescription medications Retin-A, Renova, Tazorac, and Differin are examples of retinoids. Glycolic acid and retinoids: Using these together may provide better results. According to Elsaie, while glycolic acid alone for stretch mark treatment has not been fully studied, a trial comparing glycolic acid plus tretinoin with glycolic acid plus vitamin C both showed equal improvement and increased elastic in stretch marks after 12 weeks of daily application. Various prescription-strength retinoids are often applied as a preparation to “rev up” the skin before a glycolic acid peel is applied. Laser treatment: This popular treatment option is used by many dermatologists, and they are also being tried on white stretch marks, as well. Linda K. Franks, MD, a clinical assistant professor at New York University School of Medicine and director of Gramercy Park Dermatology Associates, is a big fan of laser procedures, which she frequently uses in her New York City practice to treat both red/purple and white stretch marks. ”Lasers promote synthesis of healthy, new collagen, which has been damaged when stretch marks appear,” she explains.
♥ 272 Notes / Fri May 11th, 2012
muffintop-less: There are no secrets in fitness. Just hard work. =)
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Cheating and lying aren’t struggles, they’re reasons to break up.

(Source: alohamber)

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♥ 7361 Notes / Wed May 9th, 2012
cynthipoo: bought a poster that has this exact quote on it for the boyfriend. some motivating shit to look at every morning.
♥ 22 Notes / Wed May 9th, 2012

“So trust me when I say if a guy is treating you like he doesn’t give a shit, he genuinely doesn’t give a shit. No exceptions.”

(Source: cynthipoo)

♥ 265 Notes / Tue May 8th, 2012
muffintop-less: Why-Whey? There are a number of ways that whey protein can help you lose weight. Thermic Effect - Your body burns more calories to digest protein than it does other types of food. Increasing your amount of protein will help you use more calories and increase your weight loss. One serving of whey protein powder daily can help you burn more calories. Choose a low-calorie protein supplement for maximum effect. Muscle Mass - When you are losing weight, you want to lose fat, not muscle. Muscle tissue is important because it keeps you strong and burns more calories than other types of tissues in your body. To preserve your muscle mass while dieting, you need plenty of protein in your diet. Whey protein powder is a convenient, low-calorie way to get the protein your body needs. Blood Sugar - When you eat protein, glucose is absorbed more slowly into your bloodstream. Your blood sugar levels will be more stable, and tend to be lower. When your blood sugar levels are stable, your body produces less insulin, stores less new fat and burns more fat from your existing body stores. Whey protein powder can be used for snacks to help keep your blood sugar levels stable. Satiety - Because it takes longer to digest, protein helps you feel full longer. Whey protein contains glycomacropeptide, which promotes the release of the appetite-suppressing hormone CCK in your body. This also will help you feel full and make it easier to eat less, sticking to your diet plan. Immune Support - Whey protein promotes the formation of glutathione in your body. Glutathione is an antioxidant that helps support your immune system. When you exercise aggressively or are under stress, as when you are on a diet, supporting your immune system is important. Using whey protein powder can help you maintain your health and improve your weight. Whey protein is derived from milk and is usually sold in powder form. If you are using whey protein powder for weight loss, look for a brand with concentrated protein in each serving and fewer carbohydrates and calories. - LiveStrong
♥ 257 Notes / Tue May 8th, 2012
muffintop-less: I hear a lot of myths on tumblr... the ones that bum me out most are probably the negative ones about weight training. It bums me out because some girls still believe them, and haven’t yet discovered how AMAZING weight training can be to completely TRANSFORM your body in POSITIVE ways! Weights can not only give you curves in all the right places, they make you STRONG! Weight training helps support your bones and can help make you more independent… who wants to have to rely solely on a man to help them lift heavy stuff anyway!? They help you build muscle so not only will you be “tone”, you will have a faster metabolism… allowing you to EAT more! Who wouldn’t like THAT!? lol.. I know I do! Here are some of the most common myths I hear: “Lifting weights will make me manly and bulky” “Lift light weights with high reps to tone up” “Lifting weights will turn fat into muscle” Ladies, these are simply not true! Women do not have the levels of testosterone necessary to bulk up the way men do. Lifting light weights for high reps is the equivalent to picking up your purse, your water, your hair dryer.. do those tone you? No! Lastly, fat and muscle are two completely different tissues in your body, one cannot change into another! Trust me, lift weights.. you’ll be glad you did! =)
♥ 42 Notes / Mon May 7th, 2012

I am the girl

cynthipoo:

That has been hurt countless times, but is still not bitter.

I am the girl that has been hurt countless times, but is still capable of giving other people a chance.

I am the girl that has been hurt countless times, but is still capable of finding the will to trust.

I am the girl that you will never break the fighting spirit of.

I am the girl that will never give up, because I believe there is always hope.

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♥ 166 Notes / Sat May 5th, 2012