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Happy Birthday, Bruno Mars
Peter Gene Hernandez (born October 8, 1985), professionally known by his stage name Bruno Mars, is an American singer, songwriter, record producer, voice actor and choreographer. Born and raised in Honolulu, Hawaii by a family of musicians, Mars began making music at a young age and performed in various musical venues in his hometown throughout his childhood. He graduated from high school and moved to Los Angeles to pursue a musical career. Mars produced songs for other artists, co-founding the production team The Smeezingtons.


Mars had an unsuccessful stint with Motown Records, but then signed with Atlantic in 2009. He became recognized as a solo artist after lending his vocals to the songs "Nothin' on You" by B.o.B, and "Billionaire" by Travie McCoy, which were worldwide successes, and for which he co-wrote the hooks. His debut studio album, Doo-Wops & Hooligans (2010), was anchored by the U.S. Billboard Hot 100 chart-topping singles "Just the Way You Are" and "Grenade", as well as the number-five single "The Lazy Song". His second album, Unorthodox Jukebox, was released in 2012, peaked at number one in the United States. The album spawned the international singles "Locked Out of Heaven", "When I Was Your Man" and "Treasure".



Mars has received many awards and nominations, including two Grammy Awards and was named one of Time Magazine's 100 most influential people in the world, in 2011. In December 2013, he was named "Artist of the Year" by Billboard and ranked number one on the Forbes 30 under 30 list. Throughout his singing career, he has sold over 100 million singles and albums, making him one of the world's best-selling artists of all time. However, as a performer, writer and producer his total sales surpass 130 million singles. Five of his singles are counted among the best-selling singles of all time. Mars is now regarded as one of the most successful solo artists in the world, landing 5 number-one singles on the Billboard Hot 100 since his career launched in 2010, faster than any male singer since Elvis Presley. In total, he has had six number-one singles on the Billboard Hot 100.
Mars is known for his stage performances and retro showmanship. He is accompanied by his band, The Hooligans, which besides playing a variety of instruments such as electric guitar, bass, piano, keyboards, drums and horns, also serves as dancers and background singers. On stage, Mars is able to sing, dance and play a wild range of musical styles, including R&B, reggae, soul and funk music.

Happy Birthday, Bruno Mars







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Kimberly "Kim" Kardashian West (born Kimberly Noel Kardashian; October 21, 1980) is an American television and social media personality, socialite, and model. Born and raised in Los Angeles, California,



 Kardashian first gained media attention through her friendship with Paris Hilton, but she received wider notice after a 2003 sex tape with her former boyfriend Ray J was leaked in 2007. Later that year, she and her family began to appear in the reality television series Keeping Up with the Kardashians.




 Its success has led to the creation of spin-offs including Kourtney and Kim Take New York and Kourtney and Kim Take Miami. In 2010, Kardashian was reported to be the highest-paid reality television personality, with estimated earnings of $6 million.












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Bridge of Spies is an upcoming 2015 American historical drama thriller film directed by Steven Spielberg and written by Matt Charman and Ethan Coen & Joel Coen. The film stars Tom Hanks, Mark Rylance, Amy Ryan, and Alan Alda. It is based on the 1960 U-2 incident



Lawyer James B. Donovan (Tom Hanks) is thrust into the center of the Cold War when he is given a mission to negotiate the release of Francis Gary Powers, a pilot whose plane was shot down in the Soviet Union.




The film was shot under the working title of St. James Place. Principal photography began on September 8, 2014, in Brooklyn, New York City. Touchstone Pictures will release the film in North America on October 16, 2015, and 20th Century Fox will distribute in the remaining territories.







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Secret in their Eyes



Secret in Their Eyes is an upcoming American thriller film directed and written by Billy Ray, based on the 2005 novel La pregunta de sus ojos (The Question in Their Eyes) by Argentinian author Eduardo Sacheri.



The film stars Chiwetel Ejiofor, Nicole Kidman, Julia Roberts, Dean Norris, and Michael Kelly. Sacheri's novel was previously adapted into the 2009 Argentine film The Secret in Their Eyes, which won the Oscar for Best Foreign Language Film at the 82nd Academy Awards. 



 The film is scheduled to be released by STX Entertainment on October 23, 2015.


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The Transporter Refueled (simply known as Transporter 4) is an upcoming French-Chinese action thriller film directed by Camille Delamarre and written by Bill Collage and Adam Cooper



The Transporter Refueled is the fourth film in the Transporter franchise and a prequel to the series. The film stars Ed Skrein as Frank Martin with Ray Stevenson, Gabriella Wright, Radivoje Bukvić, Anatole Taubman, Wenxia Yu and Tatiana Pajković.


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Filming began on August 1, 2014, in Paris, France. It is scheduled to be released on September 4, 2015.





LEGEND 2015




Legend is an upcoming 2015 British crime thriller film written and directed by Brian Helgeland and marks his return to adapted screenplays in the genre of crime since the conclusion of L.A. Confidential. The film is based on the book The Profession of Violence: The Rise and Fall of the Kray Twins by John Pearson,] which deals with the rise and fall of the Kray twins; the relationship that bound them together, and charts their gruesome career to their downfall and imprisonment for life in 1969.



This is the fifth feature film directed by Brian Helgeland. Tom Hardy and Emily Browning star with Colin Morgan, David Thewlis, Christopher Eccleston, Chazz Palminteri, Tara Fitzgerald and Taron Egerton featured in supporting roles





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 Hitman: Agent 47 




Hitman: Agent 47 is an upcoming action thriller film directed by Aleksander Bach and written by Skip Woods and Michael Finch. It is based on the Hitman video game series and its main character, a mysterious assassin known only as Agent 47.[1] The film stars Rupert Friend, Hannah Ware, Zachary Quinto, Ciarán Hinds, Thomas Kretschmann andAngelababy.



  • Hannah Ware[3] as Katia van Dees
  • Zachary Quinto[4] as John Smith
  • Ciarán Hinds as a scientist[5]
  • Thomas Kretschmann as Le Clerq, the chairman of an organization called Syndicate International.[6]
  • Angelababy
  • Dan Bakkedahl[7]
  • Emilio Rivera as Fabian
  • Rolf Kanies as Dr. Delriego
  • Jerry Hoffmann as Franco
  • Helena Pieske as Young Katia van Dees
  • Rupert Friend as Agent 47, a secret agent who works for a top secret non-government organization called the International Contracts Agency (known in the video games as either the ICA or just the Agency) which carries out the assassinations of high profile targets worldwide.[2]






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    Analysts are now saying it could make $150 million throughout North America by Sunday night.
    A week ago, they were predicting $115 to $125 million for this weekend -- and even those projections were turning heads in Hollywood.
    Then, after seeing some of Friday's results, the projections nudged up to $130 to $140 million.
    On Saturday morning, expectations soared even higher, thanks to sellout crowds at some theaters on Friday night. $148 to $150 million now looks likely.
    The film is having the biggest opening of 2015 to date, easily overtaking February's $85 million opening of "Fifty Shades of Grey."
    It's also driving right past last year's $95 million opening of "Captain America: The Winter Soldier" -- which was, until now, April's biggest opening in movie history.

    "Furious 7," starring Vin Diesel and Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson, marks the unofficial start of the summer movie season.
    The film franchise has been hugely popular for over a decade. Its loyal following has helped it make$2.4 billion worldwide since 2001.
    This time around, there's even more interest, partly because the seventh film is the last to include the actor Paul Walker.
    Walker died in a 2013 car crash while the film production was still taking place.






    Two factors play an important part in your health. These two factors are named as dieting and exercise. What you eat, matters. Your food matters more than exercise. You can maintain weight without exercise. You cannot lose weight without exercise. You can see that these factors are necessary to live a healthy life. 

     In this article, I will discuss the easiest exercise for losing at home. Maybe you do not have time to attend the gym. Maybe the gym membership costs too much. You will need this cheap weight loss equipment, and you are ready to go.

     1. Kettlebells
    This weight loss tool can help you burn up to 20 calories per minute. It is cost-effective and easy to use.

     2. Elliptical machine
    It is a good investment of your time and money. It keeps you fit and healthy for long time. Research found that elliptical machines are great for burning calories.

     3. Treadmills
    Treadmills are the same as elliptical machines. They work with the same energy expenditure and calorie burn rate. You can buy either equipment according to your budget.

     4. Resistance Bands
    Resistance band can be used as a great strength training tool. Resistance bands come with a variety of resistance. Use them with care.



    What should you do when you are not at home to cook your healthy meals for fat loss? Is there a possibility that you will achieve your goal of losing weight when you are always travelling? All is not lost, YES, it is possible to eat healthy when you are away from home, but you'll need to plan ahead and put extra efforts to it. These helpful tips will assist you to stay on your journey of healthy eating:
    1. Family gatherings
    Food is an integral part of many special occasions and is mainly used to entertain family and friends. It is fine to indulge once in a while without feeling guilty or worry about weight. If you are in control of food preparation, try to be creative about your cooking and include many healthy options in your menu.
    2. Eating out
    You may find yourself eating in a restaurant, especially when you are travelling. Preparing your own food is very unlikely. Do not be afraid to ask for a customized meal. You will be amazed that most of the restaurants will accommodate your requests.
    • Ask questions about how the food is prepared.
    • Ask the restaurant not to put all those extra sauces on your meals, since they carry extra calories that you do not need.
    • Ask the waiter to remove the sauces on the table and a bread basket to avoid consuming those extra calories that you do not need.
    Remember that eating extra 200 calories from that bread could result into gaining an extra two to three pounds.
    3. If you are staying in a hotel
    You need to plan ahead about your food if you'll be staying in a hotel for a while. Food must be your number one priority if you are serious about losing weight.
    • Find out about nearby restaurants and their menu options.
    • Ask the restaurant if they can customize your meals and prepare them according to your needs.
    • Check what is included in the buffet, and take your time to dish food. Buffets can be very tempting and may lead to over-eating.
    • Pack some healthy snacks that you can use whilst staying in a hotel.
    Do not be afraid to ask for healthy menu options if you care about losing weight. Remember that healthy eating when you are away from home requires self-discipline and sticking to your goal of losing weight. It is possible!
    G.T. Taylor has more than 20 years experience in the field of nutrition, with special interest in weight loss. http://WWW.NUTRITIONANDDIETMAKEOVER.COM
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    Before I detail out - particularly for weight loss - top 10 superfoods (among many others), let me tell you something. I am in the health and fitness industry for more than 25 years now; such vast experience has made me realize the fact that weight loss, weight gain or weight maintenance (overall good health) directly depends on the given four factors that are vital and keep diseases at bay.
    * Eat everything - each and every veggie, fruit, fish, dry fruit, meat, poultry, grain, legume, lentil, even oil, butter, cheese, clarified butter, salt, sugar, coffee, tea - all have one or the other health benefit. If you want to eat healthy and lead a healthy lifestyle, it is still not late; BUT you must have knowledge about the benefits.This knowledge is not only for you, but for your future generation also - you have to show them the correct way to a fit and healthy life. Yes, if a person suffers from some major health issue(s), then obviously he or she has to be temporarily careful with what to eat and what not to eat. This is a different story altogether.
    * Eat in "moderation" - yes, this is the KEY to a good, nutritious, healthy lifestyle.
    * Eat home - cooked food - whenever possible; BUT make sure you cook nutritious food (and not fast/junk food!)
    * Say NO to processed food - I know we all are leading busy life and it is not always possible to keep a check on whether we are eating processed or unprocessed food. Still, try to avoid eating processed foods as much as you can - for your own good health to start with.
    Well, you must add these top 10 superfoods to your diet, if not daily diet - at least thrice a week - and feel the difference (provided you don't eat junk or empty - calorie foods with superfoods). But of course, you have to give time - don't expect miraculous weight loss overnight!
    Top 10 Superfoods to add to Diet for Weight Loss
    Yes, you have read it correct; add these nutrition - dense superfoods to your diet ASAP to derive maximum health benefits - especially where weight loss is concerned.
    Superfoods #1: Broccolis
    This veggie tops my list of superfoods and is included in my daily diet. It is an excellent source of fiber, manganese, vitamin K, vitamin C, and folate. High amount of vitamin C in broccoli acts as an excellent immune booster and folate helps maintain good heart health. The fiber promotes excellent digestive health and helps lower LDL.
    Eating broccoli daily helps in reducing inflammation of muscles, especially in people who are very much into sports and gym.
    Superfoods #2: Beans (powerhouse of nutrition)
    Beans (be it kidney, spherical, white, black, string - whatever) have always been compared to meat in terms of calories and have been considered to be meat substitute. An excellent source of protein, iron, fiber and water, beans help in weight loss in a healthy way. Out of all the types of beans available, white beans steal the show where iron content is concerned - it is very high.
    You can either cook beans separately or mix beans with some other foods - either way, it is very healthy.
    For that matter, even fresh green beans are good and help in weight loss.
    Superfoods #3: Nuts
    I have found that most people, who are trying to lose weight, are scared to eat nuts - pistachios, cashew nuts, walnuts and almonds. Nuts have somehow been blamed as that which "adds to bodyweight". It is true if you go overboard with nuts that have 80 per cent fat and very high calorie contentand overeat; it is not true if you eat nuts in moderation.Nuts are powerhouse of protein, vitamins and minerals, and the fat content is to some extent healthy for people with heart disease.
    Out of all the nuts available, almonds have the lowest calorie content. Rich in calcium, vitamin E and fiber, almonds improve your skin condition and texture, and helps fight cancer. A daily dose of 6 to 8 almonds is beneficial for good health.
    Therefore, if you are scared to eat nuts, leave your fear aside where almonds are concerned.
    Superfoods #4: Salmons
    Known as a fish with too much fat content, know that this "too much fat" is very healthy as it has very high omega 3 fatty acid content.This fat actually helps in lowering your LDL (by increasing the levels of HDL that helps in removing LDL from the arteries) and heart - related diseases.
    Superfoods #5: Spinach
    Rich in vitamins C, A and K, in protein and iron and with very calorie, spinach is an excellent veggie that helps in weight loss. Otherwise also, it is very helpful for health, especially for those who suffer from anemia. You can eat it in any form - raw, cooked, soup, salad, whatever way you like - it works wonders.
    Superfoods#6: Cabbages
    Yet another veggie for people who are on weight loss, it is known to contain vitamins C and K in high quantity, and folate. It helps keep RBCs very healthy. You can eat it in any form - raw, cooked, soup, salad, whatever way you like.
    Superfoods #7: Carrots
    If you want to boost and improve your immune system and also lose weight, this veggie has enough vitamins B6 and A, and carotene as an excellent healthy food.
    Superfoods #8: Blackberries
    Known to help in losing weight, the low - calorie blackberries contain vitamins K and C, fiber, and are excellent antioxidants. Blackberries are good breakfast option.
    Superfoods #9: Red & White Grapefruits
    Yet another fruit (both red and white) known to shed extra weight, red grapefruits contain vitamins C and A, and pantothenic acid. This acid helps the body to transform the macronutrients (carbs, fats and proteins) in great sources of energy.
    White grapefruits contain potassium (helps with muscle cramps), vitamin C and folate. Both red and white are excellent breakfast option.
    Superfoods #10: Green Tea
    My all - time favorite! Excellent to reduce visceral fat round the belly, green tea is a powerhouse of antioxidants and EpiGalloCatechinGallate (EGCG). This EGCG is known to prevent growth of certain cells that cause cancer.
    Drink it any time of the day but without adding milk and sugar; my personal suggestion would be not to drink green tea after 7 pm - it may disrupt your sleep.
    Start with these top 10 superfoods for weight loss and add to your diet.
    To take care of weight loss, simple foods that are easily available in the market, would help. Of course, you must know when to eat them, what should be the quantity and what's the nutrition value of each.
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    If you want to look young and beautiful, you should become slim. You should eliminate any excess weight you have stored in the form of fat in your belly and hips and trim your waistline. You can do this with a determined mind, a workable plan and a well designed action plan. If you start with determination, the other two steps will be easy to implement. Here are five secrets you should know, if you want to look young and beautiful.
    1) Make realistic goals
    The moment you decide on the objective of making yourself look young and beautiful, you will be inclined to start setting goals, both long term and short term, including daily goals. Unfortunately, your daily goals are likely to be unrealistic if you allow your enthusiasm for getting results cloud your constraints. The result will be that you will fall way behind your daily goals. This will make you feel frustrated and lose confidence in your ability to achieve your objectives. Start small. Set goals that are achievable. You can always raise your goals after tasting some success in achieving the goals set by you.
    2) Keep your end goal constantly in your mind
    When you keep your end goal constantly in your mind, you will find it easy to reconcile yourself to temporary setbacks. When you think only of your immediate goal, any failure you encounter will upset you and erode your confidence. But a constant focus on your long term goal will create a feeling that whatever the shortcomings in achieving your short term goals may be, you can still achieve your long term goal.
    3) Stop being guilty
    You may have occasions to feel guilty. You might have done things inconsistent with your goals. You might have indulged yourself when attending a party or skipped your exercise routine for a couple of days. It is natural for you to feel guilty. But the guilty feeling may dampen your enthusiasm and have a debilitating effect on your ongoing efforts. Realize that you don't have to be perfect. It is all right to lose focus once in a while as long as you are able to redirect your focus on your goal.
    4) Reward yourself for positive results
    Whenever you achieve a sub-goal, reward yourself by dong something you enjoy, even if it comes to treating yourself to some good food not permitted by your diet regime. When you are consciously celebrating your achievement, a slight deviation will not have any adverse effect on your progress.
    5) Take feedback but make your own decisions
    When you are involved in the process of becoming slim and beautiful, you will receive a lot of feedback from your friends and others. Listen to all the feedback but make it a point to evaluate it. Both positive and negative feedback may turn out to be exaggerated and biased. Use your native intelligence to evaluate both types of feedback and accept only what you deem to be objective. You can use such feedback for improving yourself, making course corrections, if necessary.
    Your efforts to become young and beautiful will bear fruit if you adopt a goal oriented approach setting specific goals and following a well developed plan.
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    Green tea is widely known today for its anti-aging and skin beautifying properties. Studies show that this herbal drink is one of the most natural and easiest ways to achieve prettier, brighter and flawless skin in just a few days! Apart from its familiar benefits like preventing cancer and heart disease, assisting in weight loss, checking gum disease, anti-aging, protecting against infections and so forth, regular consumption of this health drink can improve skin texture, increase glow and fade wrinkles and fine lines noticeably.
    Experts recommend drinking at least 2-3 cups of green tea daily; however, topical application of the same also makes a discernible difference to how your skin looks. Numerous encouraging studies till date shows topical use of this therapeutic tea significantly reduces chances of skin damage. Therefore, using extracts of this tea is a good idea to use in addition to a sunscreen and shield your skin from harmful rays of the sun.
    But can it protect your skin from sagging, wrinkles and other signs of aging? Going by its anti-inflammatory and anti-aging properties, drinking green tea regularly along with topical application can actually slow down signs of aging. However, its role in diminishing sagging skin and wrinkles is still uncertain.
    As part of your home-based skincare regimen, freeze freshly brewed green tea cubes and rub on skin as toner. Beauty benefits of this tea are immense and are greatly extolled throughout the world. It is rich in antioxidants, which are effective against free radicals. It has storehouse of benefits for your skin. It protects your skin against premature aging, sunburns and tanning. The antioxidants present therein help in combating skin cancer. Green tea also helps in cell renewal process.
    This healing tea works as a great soother for skin inflammations. It also shows notable improvements in cases of psoriasis and rosacea, as well as acne and pimples. When you drink green tea or use it as a mask, your overall skin appearance improves revealing a bright, glowing complexion.
    Besides improving skin, green tea is equally great for reviving your hair texture. Drinking or rinsing hair with this tea makes hair grow stronger. It prevents formation of new wrinkles and lines. There's no limit to the number of health and beauty benefits provided by this wonder drink. And the best part is, its price is easy on your pocket. So you can now start your daily routine with green tea and stay looking younger and beautiful for longer!
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    In sunny cities like Miami, Florida, where it's basically summer all year long, going to the beach and laying by the pool is fairly common. In 80 degree weather, there's nothing better than putting on your bathing suit and taking a dip in the pool at least once a week. But going to the beach or pool once a week year round means it is important to have smooth, hairless skin at all times.
    Whether you're going to be outdoors or not, having hairless skin is a great feeling. Waxing, shaving, and tweezing are annoying and can be extremely painful at times. Laser hair removal has become increasingly common among women and men all over the nation, especially in cities like Miami. We all want to look good and have smooth skin at all times of the year. No one wants to worry about shaving or waxing the morning before going to the beach. If you're thinking about getting laser hair removal, the following are the top 5 reasons to do so:
    1. Save time - Many of us spend hours either shaving or going on our lunch break to get waxed. As a woman, I must say I spend at least an hour a week shaving, waxing, and tweezing. After getting laser hair removal, you eliminate the need to wax monthly or shave weekly. Now you'll have more time to relax next to the pool and get to the beach a little earlier.
    2. Save money - At first, laser hair removal sounds a little pricey because it is permanent. But the lifetime cost of waxing and shaving most definitely adds up to much more than a few treatments. Do the math and take a look at how much money you'll be saving!
    3. Have smoother skin - Removing hair through laser treatments will also give you extremely smooth skin at all times. Unlike waxing, there is no need to let the hair grow out in between treatments. Your skin will always be smooth and sexy!
    4. Get rid of ingrown hairs - Ingrown hairs can be painful, uncomfortable, and unattractive. By removing hair with lasers, you will eliminate all ingrown hairs that are very common with shaving and waxing. No more having to worry about feeling insecure in your bikini!
    5. Gain Confidence - With smooth hairless skin comes confidence. Having hair in unwanted places such as the back for men, or the face for women, can often cause insecurities. After just a few treatments, you won't have to worry about anyone seeing that unwanted hair!
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    Looking for the best elliptical machine to lose weight? Elliptical trainers have come a long way since the first one was introduced by Precor in 1995.
    Today's crosstrainers let you burn more calories than ever - with several different design options for a more comfortable workout.
    With that in mind, here are 3 different elliptical trainer options that can help you burn more calories and lose weight faster than other machines:
    #1. NordicTrack Freestrider
    The NordicTrack Freestride trainer is a variable motion elliptical - similar to a regular elliptical but instead of a fixed stride length, you can choose your own stride length as you workout (based on how hard and which way you push on the pedals).
    In fact, you can get strides of up to 38 inches. Most standard elliptical machines only give you strides of around 18 - 22 inches.
    So you can choose a short, stair-like stride, a medium jogging stride or a full throttle hurdling stride, depending on your goals.
    Having this flexibility means you'll more easily find a stride that's right for you - so you're more likely to stay on the elliptical longer (because it's comfortable) and burn more calories.
    Also, there's a power incline function which changes the slope of your running path. This recruits more muscle groups and again burns more calories.
    Another bonus? A full-color web browser. So you can read emails, watch YouTube videos or catch up on business news - again, a great way to stay working out longer and burning more calories.
    #2. Bowflex Max Trainer
    The Bowflex Max is a new twist on a traditional elliptical. It combines the motion of an elliptical with a stair climber - and adds in upper body workout arms that you often see with elliptical machines.
    The main benefit? Using the Bowflex Max, you can burn 2.5 times more calories than a regular elliptical, treadmill or stair climber. In fact exercisers in the Bowflex lab burned up to 600 calories in 30 minutes. That will have you slimming down very quickly!
    Another bonus is that this machine is very compact - great for smaller workout areas or home gyms. And it's also super low impact, making it ideal for those with knee issues or shin splints.
    #3. Yowza Miami Crosstrainer
    While Yowza is not as well known as Bowflex or NordicTrack, their new Miami trainer gives you some amazing benefits when it comes to weight loss.
    The moving arms of this elliptical move side to side instead of back and forth - more like a steering wheel. This helps to trim your core.
    Also, it comes with an "intelligent" scale that monitors minute changes in your weight. The scale senses these changes and then communicates with the trainer, which will then make you work harder if you're putting on any extra pounds.
    The downside to this trainer is that it's a bit expensive - around $3000. But if you want the latest technology in your workouts, it might be worth considering.
    So those are 3 of the best elliptical machines to lose weight. They're each built to burn maximum calories and help you get more from your fitness routine.
    You'll be noticing looser clothes in no time on any of these crosstrainers!
    Want to learn more? Watch a video review of the Bowflex Max Trainer by Clicking Here.
    Or for video reviews of the NordicTrack Freestride Trainer or the Yowza Miami elliptical visit http://bit.ly/1530dcH
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    Looking for the best calorie-burning treadmill? Let's face it, the main reason many people want a treadmill is to workout in the privacy of their own home - and lose a few pounds or more.
    But we're all so busy that we don't have time to spend hours on a treadmill!
    So how do you get the most calorie-burning bang for your buck? Which treadmill can help you do this?
    I have 3 options you may not know about. If you're looking for a treadmill that can help you lose weight faster these machines are worth considering.
    #1. The Incline Trainer Treadmill
    This is a new take on the traditional treadmill that uses the power of incline walking to blast away calories quickly.
    Most treadmills give you up to 15% incline - which is OK. But an incline trainer gives you up to 40% incline. Walking on a high incline uses more lower body muscles (these are the muscles that require a lot of calories to function).
    In fact, according to some manufacturers who have run tests, you can burn up to 5 times the calories on an incline trainer as on a regular treadmill.
    So you end up burning a lot more calories when walking on a high incline vs. a flat plane. You don't have to walk on a high incline all the time - you can build in high intensity intervals and get incredible results too!
    The most popular brand of incline trainer right now is the NordicTrack brand - mainly because they offer the most up-to-date web consoles and longer belts (which are ideal for runners).
    You can also find incline treadmills from brands like Proform and Freemotion as well.
    #2. Bowflex Treadclimbers
    This is another new take on the treadmill - instead of one treadbelt, you get 2 smaller treadbelts that rise to meet your feet as you walk.
    Like the Incline Trainer above, the Treadclimber also uses the power of incline walking to burn calories super-fast.
    According to Bowfex tests, you can burn up to 3.5 times the calories on one of these machines as on a regular treadmill. So again, you get weight loss results faster.
    Another great thing about these machines is that they are lower impact than working out on a treadmill because the belts actually rise to meet your feet. So if you have problems with shin splints or bad knees, this is a great option.
    #3. Treadmill Desk
    You may have heard some of the hype about these walking workstations. Experts are now telling us that sitting down at a computer desk for hours is almost as hazardous to your health as smoking (and it really piles on the pounds!)
    One of the solutions to this problem is a walking treadmill desk. There are various kinds of desk treadmills but mainly the idea is this: you walk at a VERY slow pace while you work.
    Try going about 1.0 - 1.5 MPH. This means you're not sweating or even feeling like you're working out. In fact it feels kind of like you're just standing/shuffling very slowly.
    And that makes it easy to concentrate on your work.
    How does this translate into more calorie burning? Well, you don't see it up front - but most people spend from 4 - 8 hours working every day. And at about 100 calories an hour, that's up to 800 calories in a single day!
    So those are 3 of the best calorie-burning treadmills on the market right now. They all have their benefits and each one will help you slim down quicker than a traditional treadmill. Good luck and have fun!
    Want to learn more? Here's a great site that helps you find the best incline trainers and Bowflex Treadclimber deals.
    Or visit my favorite treadmill blog for a list of popular desk treadmills and savings tips!
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    How we impress with our body language is not only important, but necessary... to make a good impression, don't you think so? Within the very first moment of meeting with someone, we cannot help wondering about the intentions and too often--the credibility of the other person, whether we decide to strike a business deal or a relationship--or not at all! Hence, the way we present ourselves, particularly the manner we communicate non-verbally in those first crucial moment of meeting someone new... could make or break, a potential business relationship.
    Let it be known that there are some people who use it--not to communicate only, but also to entice and possibly seduce the objects of their dreams and desires. To be able to get the people they fancy, into their world and hold them within--never to let them go, is so challenging! Such seducers certainly know the art of body language! Am I one of them? Let me use your imagination.
    Interestingly, here are some positive ways to use your body language to communicate your intentions and credibility--to your advantage, which can set you up for success any time.
    • Hold your posture - To begin with, have your back straight, but not rigid and your shoulders relaxed, so as not to look so uptight.
    • Remember to greet the person you are meeting, with a firm handshake. Probably, this is one of the most important body language moves, as it sets the tone for your entire conversation.
    • Be knowledgeable of the different cultural greetings and closures, prior to your meeting.
    • Align your body with the one you are speaking to, in order to show that you are engaged and not easily distracted.
    • Lean forward to give an impression that you are focused and are really attentive.
    • Maintain good eye contact, by looking at the other person in the eye when communicating. This will show that you are interested in the conversation.
    • Monitor your voice - Do keep the tone of your voice low and don't you end every sentence as if it was a question. Learn how to pronounce your words well and clear.
    • Use your hands to gesture when the need arise whenever you are speaking, to improve your credibility with the listener. Gesturing with your hands while talking, can improve your thoughts.
    • Keep a positive head with appropriate nods and genuine smiles, to let the other person know that you do understand, agree and are listening to his or her opinions.
    • Observe the body language of the other person, as he or she may be communicating with you through it and perhaps he or she intends to conclude the conversation finally.
    Do you know that people are more inclined to engage you in their future conversations, if you could reciprocate, by observing and acting on their body language cues? Not only do we dress to impress, but can also make use of our body language... to send signals across, the sole purpose of which is to reach out to the One, we so desire to impress.
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    "When you learn, teach." Maya Angelou
    This was a tough parenting week. This week presented challenges as a parent where the lesson learned will eventually come to the children, and certainly has been learned by the parent, but it is too soon for it to take root. However the questions that manifested from the ashes of the challenges have been something to really ponder and discuss to conclusion. The most powerful question to come out of this tough challenge in parenting has been, "How can we as parents, as adults, as grown-ups recognize a teachable moment for the sake of our children?
    Don't get me wrong, sometimes our kids or our neighbor's kids push our buttons and we blank out on the fact that they are children in need of learning all kinds of lessons. Somehow we just react instead of taking a much needed deep breath before we speak. Knee-jerk reactions are normal but not always wise.
    "[Kids] don't remember what you try to teach them. They remember what you are."
    Jim Henson, It's Not Easy Being Green: And Other Things to Consider
    My youngest son encountered hate this week from his football coach. The story is actually not relevant. The questions come from how the coach handled a teaching moment or in this case didn't handle a teaching moment. The coach got in my son's face, the coach used adjectives and voice tone and body language that did not demonstrate good communication skills but instead demonstrated an abuse of his position as an authority figure, as a coach and as one of his classroom teachers. His actions were full of hate, anger, frustration and just plain poison. Where does the line get drawn for an adult who is not the parent to act as if he/she were the parent or to give themselves permission to act with even more authority?
    As a parent my first reaction was to defend and protect my son. I listened to the story from my son's point of view and realized that I have to know when to just listen and when to lend voice to how I was feeling. All I could do was write a letter. I didn't send the letter but I needed to write down my feelings. I needed to get out how this whole situation could have been handled so much more diplomatically and so much more sympathetically had this coach, teacher, role model and adult been able to step outside of himself and look at what happened from a 16 year old point of view. Isn't point of view (perspective) one of the first steps toward empathy?
    As a parent with a child at this precarious age I have to learn and know when to step in and most of all when to step back and let my child start to handle things for himself. He has to be able to know deep inside that he can handle confrontation with adults, with anyone, in a mature, respectable, well thought out manner. He has to know the steps involved in how to respect everyone as human beings and then also those people that play significant roles in our lives, whether permanently or temporarily. He has to try on the clothes of the adult he hopes to be one day and although the clothes may not fit well right now he can become familiar with how they make him feel and he can foresee his future self wearing them very well.
    There are steps we can all take to put us in the frame of mind to create teachable moments. Here are a few:
    1- If you are dealing with a child smaller than you, first get down to their level, eye to eye, so that in the first place you are not abusing your taller position and causing the child to look way up at you and second so that what you are about to say becomes more powerful for them. If the child is a teenager like my son and tall like he is, sit down somewhere with that child. That act alone creates mindful space, respectable space for both of you and diffuses the tension immediately. With diffused tension, you as the adult can think more purposefully and more clearly to create the words that help form the teachable moment. Physically changing your own literal point of view puts you in a unique position of trying to see things from the other person's point of view. This is the cornerstone of empathy.
    "We begin to learn wisely when we're willing to see world from other people's perspective."
    Toba Beta, Master of Stupidity
    2- Look the child directly in the eye and take a deep breath or two before speaking. Taking those nanoseconds to breathe helps gather your thoughts.
    "Feelings come and go like clouds in a windy sky. Conscious breathing is my anchor."
    Thich Nhat Hanh, Stepping into Freedom: Rules of Monastic Practice for Novices
    3- Start talking with your heart not your head. Even if there is a specific lesson to teach, your tone will convey the seriousness but your actions will convey the respect of each position in the relationship.
    "Action expresses priorities."
    Mahatma Gandhi
    4- Speak clearly. Speak purposefully, and speak with all the authority you have been given for the role you play in that child's life. Respect the role you play. Don't be the parent for that child if you are the coach or the teacher, unless you have been given permission to play the role of parent either by another important adult in that child's life or by the child himself/herself.
    "Always be a first rate version of yourself and not a second rate version of someone else."
    Judy Garland
    5- Make sure there is follow through with what you are trying to teach. Is there a way to physically show the lesson trying to be taught? Actions speak louder than words. Get the child in touch with the action as often as possible. The lesson will have a lot more meaning. Make sure you validate respect for your own position but also for the fact that you understand that children make mistakes and that this is the time of their lives to make those mistakes and ultimately to learn from them. Make sure the child understands that the possibility exists that you were put in his/her life to help them learn a lesson.
    "Wisdom equals knowledge plus courage. You have to not only know what to do and when to do it, but you have to also be brave enough to follow through."
    Jarod Kintz, $3.33
    6- Remember above all else that you are not to sit in judgment. We all make mistakes, even as adults, no one is perfect. You are not G-d, you are not the jury. You are the example, the role model. You have the most important position of all to be able to influence this human being in the most uplifting and life changing way possible. The power you hold should only be used for good. Be careful with your words. Sticks and stones may very well break their bones but your words will sink inside forever. How do you want to be remembered by this person?
    "The questions that we must ask ourselves, and that our historians and our children will ask of us, are these: How will what we create compare with what we inherited? Will we add to our tradition or will we subtract from it? Will we enrich it or will we deplete it?"
    Leon Wieseltier
    7- If you cannot find it in yourself to address the child directly and in the moment, tell the child that you need time to reflect and that you have every intention to address this situation with him/her as soon as you get clear with what you want to say. Take a day or just an overnight and write a letter. Get out all of your feelings on paper. Don't send the letter unless it is your exact intention to do so. Re-read the letter over and over. Rehash the incident inside of your gut, your brain, your heart and come to terms with the words. If you don't send the letter allow that the space you have just created for yourself to deal with the emotions can now create a teachable moment. Use the power you just created from your words and teach. You have an obligation to take what you have learned and teach the lesson.
    "Each life experience poses this question: how do you want to be changed because of me?"
    Mollie Marti
    This all led me to think about how the football coach did not even attempt to find balance between my son's actions and the hateful words and tone he used. There was no follow through; there was no calmness on another day to create another possible opportunity for a teachable moment. The football coach just let the hate sit in the air and in my son's brain. It made for difficult learning when my son then had to sit in the coach's classroom and respect this authority figure as his teacher as well.
    This situation led me to ask:
    Just how many hateful words are there that a balance can't be found to exemplify right from wrong in any situation? Furthermore, I chose to break this thought down into 4 letter words. How many 4 letter hate words are there versus 4 letter kindness words?
    It turns out that there are an abundance of 4 letter kindness words that outweigh the hate words almost 2-1.
    Here is my challenge to you:
    1- How many 4 letter kindness words can you think of and then use in the course of your week?
    2- How many teachable moments can you create with the use of kindness words?
    3- How can you pit the kindness words against the hate words so that it creates feelings that will empower you and your child and move you both forward toward goodness?
    There will always be ugly days and ugly feelings but how we balance and combat those days and feelings can be empowered immediately with the armor we learn to use in kindness. Here is a little list to get you started:
    Love/hate, kind/mean, hero/fool, goal/fail, will/weak... Good luck. Share with me your teachable moments and the words that empowered those moments.
    If you would like to learn how coaching can help you reach your children, co-workers, boss or partner or how coaching can help empower you toward a more fulfilling life contact Lisa at lisa@journeyoncoaching.com or just stop by and visit our website at http://www.journeyoncoaching.com
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