Strengthen Lengthen and Tone (SLT)
What is SLT? For those that love to work out, and want to get the max amount of benefit in the shortest amount of time, they should consider the SLT routine. Many may not even realize what exactly does SLT stand for? The short version is that it means to strengthen, lengthen, and tone with certain types of exercises all combined into one intense workout. There are plenty of health benefits to this new routine combination, when done in the proper form, that can last hours after the session has been completed. Why SLT Works When it comes to working out, any type of exercise that a person does can produce certain health benefits over time. In addition, many will only do a certain type of exercise in one session, and thus may not get all the muscles worked. However,...
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I’m So Glam I Sweat Glitter Shirts
Boom! We have a new design for all of you glamorous fitness ladies out there…you know who you are! ;) All of our designs come in a variety of products – including shirts, sweat shirts, pajamas, underwear, yoga mats, pillow cases, water bottles, mugs, etc. Just click on the design that you like, and you will be able to pick out what product you want. I’m So Glam I Sweat Glitter Be sure to check out all of our designs and the products available to you at our official Skinny Twinkie Store. Thank you for all of your love and support! :) Feel free to follow Skinny...
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How Khloe Kardashian Dropped 30 Pounds
Khloe Kardashian Makes Fitness a Priority Recently, Khloe Kardashian dropped 30 pounds by “killing it in the gym.” According to Khloe’s personal trainer,Gunnar Peterson, he told E! Online that the 29 year old Kardashian beauty has been working very hard in the gym three or four times a week to lose those 30 pounds. Khloe has been doing a mix of strength training sessions, boxing circuits, and medicine-ball workouts to get into shape. “I’ve definitely become obsessed with working out! It’s funny, because my weight has always fluctuated — but recently so many people have been saying “you look so good, you’ve lost all this weight.” It’s actually been about a year and a half that I’ve been making a lifestyle change. There’s no quick fix, I would say. I love to box. Boxing is really fun, and it’s such a stress reliever....
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The Health Benefits of Oil Pulling
What is Oil Pulling? Oil pulling might seem like a new craze to some, however, the tradition of oil pulling has been around for some time. Oil pulling is an Ayurvedic remedy that has long been used as a cure for many ailments. The practice of oil pulling is simple: oil is swished around in the mouth for a few moments or held in the mouth. The practice is carried out every day for best results, and while there isn’t a lot of medical evidence to back up the health benefits of oil pulling – or oil swishing as it is sometimes called – many people will testify to the beneficial effects on health. It is believed that oil pulling helps to rid the body of toxins, and ridding the body of toxins is essential for maintaining good health....
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{Paleo & Vegan} Healthy Cadbury Eggs
Cadbury Eggs were an Easter tradition growing up as a kid, and I absolutely loved them. We usually only got one or two Cadbury Eggs in our Easter basket, so we preserved them and saved them until we were ready to devour them! Fast forward to now, and I honestly can’t remember the last time I had a Cadbury Egg. Yes, they were a fun tradition growing up, but as I have become more health conscious, I’ve decided to ditch the Cadbury Eggs and choose healthier options instead. I am so happy to say that I have found a homemade – Paleo and Vegan – version of Cadbury Eggs! It’s still candy, but a much healthier option than what Cadbury has to offer. This is something I wouldn’t mind eating or allowing my kids to eat every year for...
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How Sofia Vergara Stays In Shape
The Modern Family star Sofia Vergara always looks amazing – so how does the 41 year old stay in such great shape? Sofia Vergara was recently interviewed by Women’s Health Magazine, and shared some of her strategies for staying red carpet ready! How Sofia Vergara Stays In Shape “I do SLT, which is like a very high-end strong pilates. I do a spinning classes, when I travel to New York I have also a trainer in New York. I mean, I try to always do something. I hate it, but I know it’s like, you know, a necessity now.” -Sofia Vergara What is SLT? SLT stands for Strengthen, Lengthen, and Tone. SLT is a combination of cardio, strength training and pilates. SLT is one of the toughest new workout trends that is making waves – and for good reason, too. It’s pretty hardcore and produces...
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Simple Circuits to Stay Fit on Vacation
Spring has finally arrived and that means vacation time is just around the corner for many of us! Unfortunately, it also means time away from the gym. And while many hotels may offer a small workout facility, there are usually a lot of other people vying for time on the equipment. You may find yourself in a long line waiting for an elliptical rather than sunbathing down by the ocean. Instead of reworking your vacation schedule to find time for the gym, why not do a quick workout in your room or on your balcony before heading out for the day? Today we will go over a few circuits that require no equipment and very little time – making it easy to stay on target with your fitness goals without going to a gym. The All-Around Fitness Circuit This...
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Healthy Carrot Cake Recipes
Healthy Carrot Cake Recipes Check out all of these delicious – and HEALTHY – Carrot Cake recipes. They are perfect for Easter or for any time, really. Also, these carrot cake recipes are so yummy that you’ll wonder if they’re actually healthy – which, they are! There are plenty of healthy carrot cakes to choose from! Find the carrot cake that’s right for you – paleo, raw, vegan, grain free, etc. ENJOY! :) Grain Free, Paleo, Vegan, & Raw Carrot Cake by fastpaleo.com Gluten Free Carrot Cake by elanaspantry.com Paleo Carrot Cupcakes by liverightbehealthy.blogspot.ca Grain Free and Healthy Carrot Cake by primalpalate.com A Healthier Carrot Cake by greenkitchenstories.com Paleo Raw Carrot Cake by themerrymakersisters.com Which one of these recipes are you going to try? Feel free to follow Skinny Twinkie: Google+, Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, Instagram, YouTube...
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Health Benefits of Kale
Kale has received a lot of attention lately, and for good reason too. It is full of healthy vitamins and minerals that are important for your body. Health Benefits of Kale Check out the infographic below to see the health benefits of kale. Good To Know: As you can see in the infographic, Kale has more calcium than milk, making it a great source of calcium for those who are lactose intolerant or vegan. Kale also has more iron than beef, making it another vegan alternative. Adding Kale To Your Diet Just last night, I had a bunch of kale and some apples that needed to be used soon before they went bad. I decided to juice the kale and apples and…voila! It was super simple and easy (recipe below). I shared the organic green juice with my daughter...
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