LATERAL SHOULDER RAISES WITH RESISTANCE BANDS

This exercise is to be done standing or kneeling down. Start by positioning your shoulders back and down to stabilize the shoulder joint, arms by your side. Without letting the shoulders round forward, simply raise your arms out to the side of the body to shoulder height, and then return to the starting position. Keep arms slightly bent to protect the elbow. Do three set of 8-10 repetitions.

HOW IT WORKS:

This great isometric contraction challenges nearly every muscle of the body, particularly the core and chest. There are many variations but they all start with this basic position.

GREAT EXERCISE

LUNGE WITH OVER-HEAD EXTENSION:

Holding a medicine ball (or dumb bell) with both hands, raise arms overhead as you lunge. This targets the shoulders, as well as balance for that first dance with your betrothed!

LUNGE WITH FRONT RAISE

Holding the ball or hand weight, raise straight arms to the shoulder height on the downward phase of the lunge, lower as you return to the starting position. Target front deltoids for beautiful shoulders in those strapless gowns!

LUNGE WITH A TWIST

Hold the ball or weight comfortably at waist height. As you lower the body, twist the upper body so that the ball passes over the front leg. Return to the starting position. This great move targets core muscles, lower body and balance. You will be fit for your honeymoon!

IGUAZU WATERFALLS

WONDER OF NATURE

Located at the border of Argentina, Brazil and Paraguay, the Iguaçu waterfalls are heralded as the most beautiful waterfalls in the world. On the Argentinean side of the waterfalls, you have the opportunity to do three things; walk just around the falling water, take a boat tour to the mouth of the waterfall and explore the national park next to the waterfalls. On the other hand the Brazilian side depicts lovely scenic views and displays the full splendor of the waterfalls. Also there are ample opportunities for rock climbing and water sports. What’s more, helicopter tours offer an incredible view from above at rates that are economically viable.

STAR ATTRACTION: THE DEVIL’S THROAT.

It is the site of the biggest waterfalls. It is fascinating to see a great amount of water gushing over 230 feet from above. The beauty of the falls can be enjoyed from many different angles. Each one is more enchanting than the other.

THE MOST EXCITING THING YOU CAN DO:

A thrilling boat ride is the best way to experience this crazy waterfall.

SWISS BALL CRUNCH

Position the ball under your back between hips and shoulders, gently supporting the head with fingertips, elbows out, feet a little wider than hips. Keeping a good distance between the chin and the chest, contract the abdominals, lifting your shoulders up, then slowly lower back down. Remember to exhale during the contraction (upward phase), and inhale while going down. Start with three sets of 15, adding repetitions as you get stronger. If done properly, this will tighten your tummy for a flatter profile in your wedding dress!

HOW IT WORKS:

This abdominal exercise is a great alternative to the basic mat crunch, requiring core stability while supporting the lower back. It works to tighten and strengthen all the abdominal muscles.

HOUSEHOLD HINTS MADE EASY FOR YOU

What make woman worry? The answer is house hold works. Today many women suffer to do household work because most of the woman is going for work. Here are some tips to reduce their house hold works.

1) To clean your blender, fill the container with warm water and add a few drops of liquid detergent to it. Blend it for 30 seconds and rinse well. It will be as clean as new.
2) To get light spongy idlis, avoid stirring the batter while pouring it into the moulds before steaming. Instead, mix it well the night before.
3) Never double the salt and other seasonings when making a recipe which is doubled in quantity. You can just use a little more amount than mentioned, taste it first and then ass more if necessary.
4) Tuck a baby leaf in the container in which you store flour. It will absorb the moisture in it and prevent it from getting affected by dampness.

CHOCOLATE HILLS

PANORMIC BEAUTY

How about a taste of divine chocolate? Sound exciting? Then dash off to chocolate hills in Philippines for a tangible treat. Amazingly beautiful, chocolate hills comprise around 1,268 perfectly cone-shaped haycock hills with heights ranging from 40-120 m. the dome-shaped hills are actually limestones hills wrapped in grass, but during summer, these hills dry up and turn grss, but during summer, these hills dry up and turn brown and resembles rows of ‘chocolate kisses’. Hence the name.
chocolate hills are most amazing during dawn or twilight. If you happen to see pictures of this landscape, you can hardly believe that these hills are not a man-made artifact. According to study, there is no natural formation like this anywhere in the world.

STAR ATTRACTION: THE LANDSCAPE OF CHOCOLATE HILLS

The entire area of chocolate hills make for a picturesque landscape embracing rice fields and an avenue of households made of diamond-patterned sawali or bamboo slats.


THE MOST EXCITING THING YOU CAN DO:
Watch the sun rise over the bizarre landscape.

SOME TIPS TO ENHANCE YOUR SELF-CONFIDENCE

THINK POSITIVELY:

Negative thoughts will never make you confident. So the first step to help build up your confidence is to do away with all the negative thoughts.

APPRECIATE AND ADMIRE:

A word of appreciation can do wonders. Praise yourself on small accomplishments too. This will encourage you to improve and excel further.

DEAL WITH FAILURE:

Remember that failure and success are two sides of the same coin. Do everything with complete honesty and determination but do not feel depressed if you don’t succeed. Tell yourself there’s always a next time and that you will work harder again to achieve your goals.

HOW TO RAISE A RESPONSIBLE CHILD

Your child is the star of your life; the apple of your eye. You love her the most and will readily do anything on the earth for her. But wait, are you pampering her in the process? Being a mother, it’s your duty to raise your child in a way that she grows up to become a sensible and self-reliant individual and the learning begins now!

KEEP A CHECK:

Never leave her standard with any task. Be there to supervise her and lend a tip or two to make the job essay. Strictly avoid going all out to do it for her.

BE CALM:

Be patient with her and trust her so she trusts herself. This will motivates her to follow her instincts and instill confidence in her to shoulder the tasks.

TAKE HER OPINION:

Ask for her suggestions and opinions in various household matters. This would reflect her interests in various areas and also make her a responsible child.