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3 kids games that can give you a flat tummy

Jan 26, 2014

Even the idea of working out can send a feeling of dread straight to the pit of your stomach. Running mindlessly on treadmills, trying to keep your balance on the cross-trainer, squating – they’re all just torture methods in disguise.

It doesn’t have to be that way though. Here are three fun things you did as a kid that can give you a great cardio workout and tone those abs.

Hula Hooping:
It’s a cardio workout that strengthens your core, can prevent lower back pain, improves your coordination and burns calories. Basically, it’s amazing. A kid’s hoop will do, but do consider investing in a special exercise version that’s weighted for a more efficient workout.

Skipping:
Whether you use a skipping rope or your broken clothes line, skipping is one of the best cardio workouts around. Mix up your routine with a few different techniques, while keeping a decent pace and you could burn an average of 12 calories per minute. Just take care to wear good shoes and avoid very hard surfaces in order to protect your knees.

Trampolining:Bounce your way to a healthier body. By staying on the trampoline for at least 15 minutes at a time, you can give yourself a great workout. Add some star jumps and even a couple of tumbles if you’re brave (or coordinated!) enough and you’ll be in great shape.

The perfect Valentine’s Day nail art tutorial

Jan 26, 2014

by Alison Egan

Start practising now so you have it perfect by Valentine’s Day.

Leo and Jonah Hill reinact THAT scene from Titanic

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Jan 26, 2014

by Alison Egan

While Jonah Hill was hosting Saturday Night Live last night, his Wolf of Wall Street co-star dropped by to offer some support and share a VERY intimate moment…

Best Dressed: Pre-Grammy Clive Davis Party

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Jan 26, 2014

by Alison Egan

It doesn’t matter how famous you are, PDAs from your parents will always make you feel awkward.

Celebs were out in full force for last night’s pre-Grammy Clive Davis party and we’ve waded through the endless number of photos to bring you the most noteworthy frocks of the night.

On our Best Dressed list is Taylor Swift, with that gorgeous black Zuhair Murad mini dress – only Swifty could wear something that fitted and short and still manage to look elegant.

Miley Cyrus shocked us once again, but this time it was for all the right reasons. Never one to follow the same trend everyone else is (last night, it was all about plunging necklines and cleavage, by the way), Miley opted for a lingerie-inspired white Calvin Klein slip, paired with a furry lilac coat. It’s not exactly something we’d wear to pick up our groceries, but we really liked it.

On the opposite end of the spectrum, we have Jennifer Hudson who dressed in the dark and opted for an incredibly unflattering mini dress and Rihanna who wore that yellow thing.

Oh well, ladies; can’t win them all!

Cheryl Cole proves she has a wicked sense of humour

Celebrity

Jan 26, 2014

by Alison Egan

Our favourite Geordie was amusing herself at the expense of some poor random girl this morning and decided to share the picture with her Instagram followers.

It may take you a second, but once you realise what’s happened, you’ll definitely be chuckling along with Cheryl.

She wastes her mornings searching the internet for hilarious pictures – she’s just like us!

This really has to be seen to be believed

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Jan 26, 2014

by Alison Egan

Just when you thought Miley’s Wrecking Ball routine couldn’t be more ridiculous, in comes comedian Jason Byrne.

We can’t look away.

Did you know you’re using your fridge wrong?

Jan 26, 2014

by Alison Egan

Correct storage and cleaning of your fridge is essential for hygiene. Do you know where your milk is best kept in your fridge? Hint: It’s not on the door.

Top + middle shelves

Milk, yoghurt and any other dairy product should be kept on the top shelf and at the back of the fridge as this is where it is coldest. It is also a good idea to store cheeses in a lunchbox.
Condiments can be stored on the door of the fridge.
Leftovers/cooked meat should be carefully covered and kept on the middle shelf.

Bottom shelf
The bottom shelf is the only shelf that should have any raw meat or fish on it. They should also be covered well; this is too ensure there is no raw meat juices dripping onto any other foodstuffs which can be highly dangerous and very unhygienic.

Fruit and veg drawers
No need to tell you what goes in here surely, it’s in the name! This drawer is for any fruit and veg you have that need to go into the fridge, such as lettuce, tomatoes, cucumber, strawberries etc.

The 4 most annoying things your other half does

Relationships

Jan 25, 2014

by Alison Egan

Living with your other half is not all bliss and cuddles and there definitely isn’t a constant supply of flowers.

Unfortunately, it’s more about dealing with their irritating habits. Yes, girls have a few annoying ones too, but we’re here to have a moan about our men.

These are the four most annoying things you other half does:

Interrupting your jokes
Yes, they may have heard it before, but that doesn’t mean that they can ruin it for everyone else. It’s the only good one that you have to share and they are constantly spoiling the punchline.

Constant snoring
If you have pulled your significant up on this a few times and they still claim they don’t it, try recording them. They won’t be able to deny actual facts.

Leaving the toilet seat up
This is just going to cause an accident – someone could fall in! Put it down!

Hanging towels up on the floor
This has got to be the most annoying one. Do they really believe a little bathroom fairy flutters around picking up the wet towel. Pfft…

However, while they may be more than a little annoying, we couldn’t live without them.

Healthy food choices in restaurants

Jan 25, 2014

by Alison Egan

Going out for dinner should always be an enjoyable and fun experience; new foods, great company, nice wine. However, if you are trying to be healthy and change your eating habits it can be difficult to make the right choices.

Of course, if going out for dinner isn’t an everyday thing, by all means go for it; dessert and all! A lot of people have jobs (or social lives!) that require them to eat out quite a bit and so sometimes they need to make healthier choices.

Here we have listed some of the most popular types of restaurants and some healthy choices you can make when eating out.

Indian

Swap kormas for tomato-based dishes for a less calorific dish. The spicier the better in terms of metabolism – how hot can you go? Tandoori dishes are great as they are really flavoursome but don’t have a sauce and are the lightest item on the menu in an Indian restaurant.
Go for rice OR naan, not both. Skip the poppadoms altogether – they’re oily, not filling and definitely not healthy.

Mexican

Have beans in your burrito instead of meat and leave out the rice. Beans are a great source of protein, low in fat and taste amazing. Even better, a lot of Mexican places often have burrito’s in a bowl, meaning less bread, more rice and veg.
If you are having meat, go for chicken as it is leaner than beef or pork.

Chicken

Fried chicken is becoming popular here but good for you it ain’t. Try see if the place has chicken that isn’t deep-fried; often places will have some chicken dish that is marinated and grilled instead.
Skip the chips and go for a side such as salad or corn on the cob instead.

Italian

Go for tomato-based dishes rather than cream or cheese based sauces and your tummy will thank you for it.
See if you can get a sprinkling of feta on your pizza rather than lots of melted cheese, which will leave you feeling bloated and sluggish.

Like we said, these swaps are great for people watching what they are eating or have to eat out a lot; always enjoy your meal out and treat yourself, you deserve it!