Block off 20 minutes every day. Turn off your phone, Blackberry, etc. "Take this time to do something that makes you happy – something mindful, physical or soulful," says Fitzsimmons. Go for a walk, listen to music, take a bath, meditate, do a yoga or Pilates workout, or write in your journal.
Deep breathing
You can do this anywhere, anytime. Close your eyes, and breathe slowly in through your nose and out through your mouth. Feel your stomach rise as you inhale and fall as you exhale. Focus on observing your breathing. With each exhalation, release tension and worry.
Make IT Count
Interval training (IT) is the latest buzzword in fitness. By alternating fast and slow movements during a workout, you can burn nearly twice as many calories. What's more, incorporating interval training into regular workouts actually increases the body's fat-burning power by up to 36 per cent.
How it works: If you usually walk three kilometres in 30 minutes each day, increase the intensity of your walk (and burn more calories) by alternating short bursts of fast-paced walking with periods of walking at your regular speed. If you use a treadmill, stationary bike or other cardio machine, create intervals by increasing the speed or resistance of the machine periodically during your workout.
Beauty bailout: 6 simple beauty fixes to help you drop years
By Julia McEwen
1. Brighten up your tired eyes with a single stroke. Trace your lower lash line with either a white or flesh-toned eye pencil. It's like getting an extra few hours of sleep.
2. Over time we lose the fullness of our lips due to collagen deplteion. Say no to surgery and yes to plumping lip glosses and treatments. Tip: Adding a touch of shing gloss to the centre of your lips also gives the appearance of fullness.
3. A dull complexion and dark age spots can benefit from brighteners. Look for products with vitamin C and licorice root, which will help prevent cell damage and regulate your melanin production.
4. Over time we also lose definition in our faces – we can thank gravity for that! Give yourself a mini face-lift with the help of blushes and bronzers. Tip: Try blending a pinkish shade on the apples of your cheeks, just below the cheekbones.
5. Keep your foundation sheer and apply only where needed. Excess foundation can accentuate wrinkles. Tip: Try a tinted moisturizer.
6. A weekly regimen of cleansing, exfoliating and moisturizing is essential for turning back the clock. Each step helps prevent wrinkles and evens out skin tone, so make sure you're diligent with your routine.
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