16 Feb
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Vision Drills for Better Performance in Physical Movement

Everything you have ever experienced will be experienced, all exercises or personal bests that you have ever performed have started and ended in your brain.

All the movements, skills, thoughts and everything that makes you special are contained in this 3 pound organ,

  • How does your brain know what to do at a certain time?
  • How does your brain collect information?
  • And how does it decide what to do with the information collected?
  • More importantly, does the way your brain collects information and what it does with it affect your training, performance, or recovery?

You bet your ass does!

This is not a neurological lecture, but before we look at the importance of how your brain collects information and how it can be improved, we need to understand in a very basic way how the brain works.

Brain Basics

Your brain uses sensory inputs to collect information, These sensors receive input, and the peripheral nervous system (PNS) and central nervous system (CNS) send these signals to the brain, which then essentially decides on the action and then generates a motor output that is relevant to the decision.

At a very simple level, it is.

The brain has three ways to collect information or input:

  1. Exteroception: surveillance of the outside world
  2. Intercept: body awareness and feelings
  3. Proprioception: awareness of the body and limbs in the room

These inputs are then integrated together to create and update the map of the brain of everything. Of you, the world around you and how you move through it. The brain updates past experiences, senses, and prediction processes to make decisions that dictate the body's actions.

Now that we've largely understood how the brain does things, we need to find out why it does them.

The answer is simple: survival.

The goal of your brain is to keep you alive, Point. Do not keep alive in ten years, but today.

How it does it is through prediction. Our brain masters pattern recognition. Every second of every day, the 120 billion neurons in the brain process information based on past experiences to predict the results of actions. This is your brain that uses pattern recognition to decide actions.

The inputs your brain uses to move around the world have a hierarchy:

  1. Visually
  2. vestibular
  3. proprioceptive

If these sensory inputs match (i.e. there is clear information from all three systems and good integration into the brain), you can work well with your brain and perform when it matters. No matter whether CrossFit, Powerlifting or just lifting something off the floor.

If there is a mismatch, we run into problems, If there is bad information that informs the brain maps and pattern recognition skills, I fear that they will try to limit the likelihood of death – usually by creating pain to attract attention or inhibit movement.

In this article, I will focus on exercises to improve your visual system since 70-90% of all sensory inputs are visual.

The role of seeing

There are two classifications of human vision::

  1. Looking stabilization: A basic element of all other eye movements and allows us to see objects and interpret the visual scene to create perception.
  2. Shift view: This allows us to focus on a moving target. Think the ball is racing towards your face on the field.

There can be any number of things that affect these two patterns and interfere with your visual system, which in turn can dramatically affect your performance without you even knowing it.

The key to training your visual system for performance is training your eye muscles to function properly. Finally, poor muscle function leads to problems with gaze shifting and gaze stabilization.

We'll cover one drill for stabilization and one for shifting. In my video you will find a demonstration of the individual exercises.

I recommend that you record the practice and watch it again to see how you do it, This way you can adjust accordingly.

Drill 1: eye stabilization

  1. Put yourself in a neutral position.
  2. Hold a target (pen) at arm's length directly in front of you. Stare at the target for 30 seconds.
  3. You need to focus on the target, as an inability to stabilize your eyes usually means very small, rapid movements of the eyes away from the target and then back to the target.
  4. When looking back, try to notice excessive facial tension, eyelid flutter, excessive blinking, or tears in the eyes while trying to focus on the target.
  5. Once you've done this assessment in a neutral position, do the same test in each of the other four positions. Above, right, left and below.
  6. Pay special attention, as it is very likely that you will find one or more positions in which to struggle with your eye stabilization.
  7. It is important that the goal remains in focus at all times. If it becomes blurred, reduce the distance to the neutral conductor, keep it pressed.
  8. Do this exercise three times through each position.

Exercise 2: shifting eyes

Stand in a neutral position and hold a pen in front of you in a neutral position.

Try to smoothly follow the pen as you move it from the neutral position to one of the following eight positions and then back to the neutral position:

  1. Above
  2. Low
  3. Right
  4. Left
  5. High and right
  6. Above and left
  7. Down and to the right
  8. Below and left

You should repeat this test three times at each of the eight positions, You will look for two things when you look at the drillback:

  • Excessive swaying of the body.
  • Poorly coordinated eye movement. This is usually seen as some kind of ratcheting or jumping movement that prevents them from following the target smoothly.

Each of these can indicate poor visual motor control.

Make your vision clear

The goal of these exercises is to make your eyes work properly so that the information your brain receives is as clear as possible, This way, your brain is not afraid of being able to move fully in all available ranges of motion.

Remember, if the brain can predict, you can perform.

references::

1. Gaymard, B. & Pierrot-Deseilligny, C. (1999). Saccade neurology and smooth tracking. Current opinion in neurology.

2. Hughes, A.E. (2018). Dissociation between perception and smooth tracking of eye movements when assessing the speed of moving Gabor targets. Journal of Vision.

3. Ingster-Moati, I., Vaivre-Douret, L., Bui Quoc, E., Albuisson, E., Dufier, J.L. & Golse, B. (2009). Vertical and horizontal eye movements in children: a neurological development study. European Journal of Pediatric Neurology.

4. Krauzlis, R.J., Goffart, L. & Hafed, Z.M. (2017). Neural control of fixation and fixative eye movements. Royal Society B Philosophical Transactions: Biological Sciences.

16 Feb
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5 Biggest Myths About Eating Fat

In the 80s and 90s, food was bought that did not have the low-fat label, which was taboo. At that time, egg yolk and butter were on the “worst offenders” list, while processed carbohydrates and packaged goods weren't even taken into account. But a lot has changed since then. Nowadays, nutrition experts recommend fat as an essential nutrient, and full-fat foods such as avocado, coconut oil and ghee butter are among the largest “superfoods”.

However, some people still wonder what kind of fats they need to eat and how exactly this affects their bodies. In this article, we clarify all contradicting information and myths around this topic and give you the exact facts that will ultimately help you to build a healthier diet.

Myth No. 1: Fat on the plate corresponds to fat on the body

The reality is that while this term is the basis for various low-fat diets and foods, it is completely wrong. Fat consumption does not make you fat. Eliminating or reducing the amount of fat in your diet can lead to weight gain because you very often feel deprived of the essential nutrients. On the other hand, several studies have shown that foods high in fat can help you lose weight.

The main problem with most diets is that they lack the essential ingredient that makes eating delicious and inhibiting your hunger. And this ingredient is fat. Healthy fats are actually the best source of energy for your body, not to mention that they keep your metabolism and other fat burning processes as they should.

Many studies have been carried out to support this claim and show that a low-fat diet could actually slow down the metabolism. This means that now and then you can enjoy a spoonful of peanut butter with some fruit on the side before your workout or a nice piece of steak for dinner without feeling guilty.

The fats you don't have to fear and the carbohydrates you do

Myth # 2: Saturated fat should be avoided at all costs

Well, not that quickly. Though saturated fat has gotten a lot of bad reputation in the past few decades, current research actually says it's not that scary. This does not mean that you should always choose a meal with red meat or butter, but eating it occasionally will not significantly harm your health or your waistline.

Although butter has a higher saturated fat content, it is a healthier product, especially the grass-fed variety. As we said earlier, it is worse than eating high-fat foods to replace them with sugar-filled foods. Processed carbohydrates can increase the likelihood of developing diabetes and coronary heart disease.

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Myth # 3: All types of fat are harmful to your health

Consuming different types of fat can improve your health. Omega-3 fatty acids normally found in fish and some seeds and nuts can help you strengthen your heart, and some say that you are also sane. In addition, the monounsaturated fats in olive oil, avocados and nuts can reduce the risk of heart disease. There have even been a few cases where patients have type 2 diabetes simply reversed through a high-fat diet.

Continued on next page…

16 Feb
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Logitech Ergo K860 Review: The Most Comfortable Keyboard Ever?

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Logitech Ergo K860 review: the most convenient keyboard you can buy

"With its unique shape and padded palm rest, the Logitech Ergo K860 is an extremely comfortable ergonomic keyboard."

  • Adjustable palm lift

  • Comfortable keycaps

  • Lots of wrist support

  • Attractive design

  • Can connect to multiple devices

  • Not backlit

  • Non-rechargeable

Logitech has a tradition of making super comfortable and well designed products. Both the MX Ergo and the MX Vertical have a cozy design to reduce muscle fatigue as you scroll and drag yourself through your workday. With the new Logitech Ergo K860, some of these elements are now on a keyboard.

At $ 130, the Logitech Ergo K860 completes Logitech's Ergo range. But it is not an ordinary economic keyboard. Be it the unique curvy design and ergonomics or the cozy palm rest, the K860 is undoubtedly one of the most comfortable keyboards you can buy.

It's all in the curve

At first glance, you know why the Logitech K860 is not your traditional ergonomic keyboard. Instead of lying flat on your desk like the Microsoft Surface Ergonomic Keyboard, the Logitech K860 has a slight elevation and curvature on both the front and the back. Logitech calls this a "split curved keyframe".

This name seems strange, but you have to see the keyboard to believe it. The K860 floats off the desk and invites you to play with it. Unlike the Kinesis Freestyle2, this is not a medical or industrial looking keyboard. Apart from a single power switch on the top, there are no additional cables or unnecessary switches here.

You will also find that it is made entirely of plastic and carries a metal plate under the top layer. Although this keyboard is curved and made of plastic, it is solid and comfortable, and there is a good reason for it.

Not only can you slide your cell phone cables or chargers under the keyboard, but the curve and height also allow more comfort when typing. It is designed to help you put your wrists in a more neutral position. It also helps reduce stress on your wrists and forearm, and keeps your hands, neck, and shoulders more relaxed while typing.

This is something Logitech has put a lot of effort into. The company informed me that there was a research and development laboratory in which up to 40 different prototypes of this keyboard were developed and in which actual people were invited to test the products. These people were even connected to sensors that measured muscle strain and pressure.

According to Logitech, 15% of computer users feel pain every day and the K860 offers up to 54% more wrist support than traditional keyboards. This statistic was particularly troubling for me, a person who spends the whole day at my desk typing and scrolling with the mouse. It is definitely convenient. When I used the Logitech MX Keys as a daily driver, I was curious how this ergonomic keyboard could also improve my typing experience.

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Admittedly, it took me some time to get used to this curvature and the new layout, in which the keys have a downward V-shape. It felt strange for a day or two, but when my fingers got used to the curve and layout, it felt natural. It forced me to become a touch typist more than normal, and I noticed that I looked less at the keyboard. In combination with the MX Vertical mouse, my daily computer tasks felt organic when my hands slid smoothly between the keyboard and mouse.

The Logitech MX Keys were one of our favorite keyboards for everyday typing, but they may have found their equivalent in the Ergo K860. The Ergo has "scooped" keycaps with a small circle in the middle of the cap that allows you to align your fingers in a more natural position. It also helps with durability. Logitech even claims the Ergo K860 is designed to last 10 million keystrokes, but these are just numbers. Is it true?

After using the Logitech K860 to cover CES 2020 from my home office, I can at least say that this keyboard is very comfortable. Thanks to the "split curved keyframe" and the design, I didn't have to keep my fingers crossed while typing. Thanks to the padded palm rest, I didn't have to pull my wrists to the side as I moved between the words.

However, this is not a mechanical keyboard. If you are looking for long trips or a click of a button, you have to look elsewhere. This is more of a laptop-class keyboard that uses rubber domes instead of mechanical switches under the keycaps. However, there are more trips here than on ultra-short keyboards like the MacBook Pro.

My average writing speed is 90 words per minute, but with the Ergo K860 I have reached almost 95 words per minute. It's a modest improvement, but it was a new record for me. It's also a quiet keyboard, which is important if you work in an open office environment and don't want to bother your employees.

John Velasco / Digital Trends

Like the MX keys, this wireless keyboard is cross-platform, so you can use it with multiple devices at the same time. You can connect it to a PC via a USB dongle or use it via Bluetooth and switch between them with a key on the keyboard. I used it with both my Surface Laptop 3 and my Google Pixel 3 XL and was able to switch between PC and laptop with the push of a button and respond to texts on my phone.

The type of function keys also reflects this. As with the MX keys, there is a double "Start" and "Options" button for Mac and Windows. Above this is a series of buttons for media and function control. Brightness, apps, search, lock, battery status – you will find everything here. And the number pad is also a good measure. With Logitech, you can even customize the keyboard using the Logitech Options software, which allows you to customize the function keys.

Unfortunately, the K860 is not illuminated and is not rechargeable. Logitech tells me that this was a deliberate design decision they made. They didn't want to do without the clean keyboard design or the 2-year battery life that came with the two AAA batteries. They also believe that the keyboard is used in office environments where backlighting is less important.

It's pretty cozy

The other important element of the Ergo K860 is its wrist support. Of course, you can find them in other ergonomic keyboards like the Adesso Tru-Form 150, Matias Ergo Pro or Logitech's own K350, but the Ergo K860 goes far beyond that.

Instead of using just a single layer of foam or fabric like the palm rest, Logitech chose three layers of material. These include a high-density foam, a memory foam and an easy-to-clean, coated fabric that increases the comfort of the keyboard and its ergonomics. It surely surpasses the double-padded layer on the Microsoft Surface Ergonomic Keyboard.

John Velasco / Digital Trends

During my time with the keyboard in my home office, I often touched her just because it felt so cozy that it was almost like a pillow on my bed. I even had an accident and spilled some water on the palm rest and it wiped off immediately.

Logitech also thinks of the modern office. The underside of the palm rest has an adjustable hinge with which you can tile the keyboard for standing or sitting desks at 4 or 7 degrees. It also helps you keep your wrist in a naturally comfortable position when you are sitting or standing.

Our opinion

The Logitech Ergo K860 for $ 130 isn't just a convenient keyboard. It is the best ergonomic keyboard we have ever used. Everything from the typing experience to the simple exchange between devices makes it an extremely modern and comfortable office tool. If you're worried about your wrists after long hours in the office, the K860 may be the keyboard for you.

Is there a better alternative?

The Logitech K860 is the best ergonomic keyboard you can buy, but there are plenty of alternatives. One of the leading options in the same $ 130 price range is the Microsoft Surface Ergonomic Keyboard, which has a similar design and palm rest, but not the "heightened" feel and compatibility of multiple devices in the K860.

You can also opt for the Microsoft Sculpt Ergonomic Desktop, which has ergonomics similar to the Logitech, but is cheaper at around $ 100. And if backlighting is important, there's the Adesso Tru-Form 150 for $ 40.

How long it will take?

As a keyboard with USB dongle, Bluetooth, durable plastic surface with a metal layer underneath and a long battery life, the K860 holds the test of time.

Should you buy it

Yes. If you are looking for a keyboard that is extremely comfortable, the Logitech Ergo K860 is the right choice for you. It has a super comfortable wrist rest and was developed overall to relieve the pain when typing. Only the lack of backlighting and not charging prevent it from being perfect.

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16 Feb
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Golfer Tony Finau on Doing Yoga and His Favorite Courses to Play

Although he has never won one in his PGA tour career, golfer Tony Finau is on the verge of winning a major championship. Finau has a top 10 result on tour with all four majors, including a career-best third place at the Open Championship 2019. With his way of playing in recent years, 2020 could be the time to finally win one of these trophies.

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One place that Finau focuses on is the first major of the year, the Masters tournament in April, in which he finishes in the top five. The place also happens to be one of his favorite places. (Finau and the tournament have also been connected since he went viral in 2018 after celebrating a hole-in-one hole during the par-3 competition. Finau found it difficult to do the rest of the tournament. )

"It's one of the best designed golf courses in the world," Finau told Men’s Journal. "If you combine that with the story and the games that are played there, it definitely has to be at the top of my list."

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For his MJ5, Finau spoke to Men's Journal about how he's trying to attack his gym workouts, his favorite lifts, the best advice he's got, and more. Further interviews with Chris Evans, Russell Wilson, Michael Strahan, Tony Hawk and P.K. can be found in the complete MJ5 archive. Subban, Ewan McGregor and more.

He focuses most on the areas in his training: “The three areas that I attack during my training are stability, mobility and flexibility in the whole body. I think these three areas are very important in golf swing. I attack all parts of my body, just like when I play golf. I go to the gym pretty hard to get stronger every year. I try to gain an advantage by becoming stronger and more fit than other players. At the end of the season it makes a big difference – the special thing about the PGA Tour is that it is such a long season and we have no off-season. So you have to train and stay in shape all year round. "

On his favorite exercises: "I like to use kettlebells for power clean, Olympic lifts and squats – but that's about all the weights I'm going to use. Apart from that, I do a lot of floor work. I'll mix yoga with Pilates for the core and then get on the bike. I also use a lot of bands. "

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The best advice he has received: The best advice I've ever been given is "Be yourself". I learned that when you can be your most authentic self, things will happen the way they should in your life. I think we all learn things about ourselves, we are all unique and have unique things about ourselves – and that makes everyone great. That is probably the best advice I can give. "

To travel on his favorite courses: “My favorite course is my home course, where I grew up in Salt Lake City, the Jordan River Par Three. Unfortunately it is no longer there, but I just have so many great memories when I started there and played with my father and brother. It is my favorite place and it is the place where I would like to play my last round if I ever had a chance. As for a golf course that every golfer should play before they die, it's Augusta National. It is a pleasure to be there and play, and there is so much history there. "

About his dream golf matchup: "I had my opportunity with Tiger Woods at the Masters in Augusta National last year and I would love this opportunity again this year. Hopefully I can have this chance again this year and achieve a different result. "

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16 Feb
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PlayStation DualShock 4 Back Button Attachment Review: An Awesome Upgrade

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Dualshock 4 back button attachment

"The DualShock 4 Back Button Attachment is the perfect way to better adapt the controller."

  • Robust buttons

  • Easy programming of different inputs

  • Multiple profile slots

  • inexpensive

  • Ergonomic design

  • A bit bulky

  • A bit difficult to attach

Sony's famous dualshock controls have remained relatively unchanged over the years. It is a testament to the original design. However, some require more from a controller, including additional buttons. This has driven serious gamers to third-party controllers that offer more options.

Now there is finally an official option. With the DualShock 4 Back Button Attachment from Sony you can crush two additional buttons. Even better? You don't have to get used to a completely new controller to use it, as it connects to your existing DualShock 4.

Ready, done, play

Setting up the Back Button Attachment on the DualShock 4 controller only takes a few seconds. Well, if you don't have to mess around with it like me. A standard headphone plug and a charging connector are located on a swiveling part on the inside and snap into place on the underside of the DualShock 4. In my experience, it is difficult to attach this pivoting part, but it fits snugly along the back of the controller when positioned correctly.

To activate the new buttons, press and hold the large middle button for one second. The attachment screen provides options. You can scroll through the available functions for the two buttons and then click the middle button again to confirm your decision.

Setting up the Back Button Attachment on the DualShock 4 controller only takes a few seconds.

This process is even faster than inserting the back button attachment, and the middle screen turns off almost immediately to prevent it from consuming too much power. Given the miserable battery life of the DualShock 4, that's a good thing.

The back button attachment does not rely on an external app tied to your phone, console, or other device. The buttons may be easier to program when an app is available, but this approach has its own advantage. You can easily use the DualShock 4 with the attachment on another console. There is no additional setup.

The buttons feel great and have been designed to be clear and ergonomic. You press the two buttons on the curved edges, which are exactly where your fingers naturally want to rest on the back of the standard DualShock 4. They are easy to click, although the curved area is the only way to activate them. If your fingers slip, you need to mix them back in place.

Second nature

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With the option to reassign the buttons, games feel more natural. I tested the back button attachment extensively with Remnant: From the Ashes, a soul-like game with a focus on third-party shooting. By assigning the two new buttons to the square and X buttons on the DualShock 4, I was able to reload and dodge attacks without losing control of the camera, making intense battles against multiple opponents easier to deal with.

With the option to reassign the face buttons, games feel more natural.

The DualShock 4 Back Button Attachment contains a passage for 3.5 mm headsets. If you need to remove the attachment, you can remove it in a few moments and the memory will not be reset.

If there are rumors about the controller design of the PlayStation 5, back buttons might be available by default. In this case, it is possible that the Back Button Attachment makes DualShock 4 controllers compatible. Even if it isn't, the $ 30 price is an excellent addition to the DualShock 4.

A (big) little problem

Since the back button attachment is an accessory, it is bulkier than the paddles built into something like the Xbox Elite Controller or Scuf Vantage. The extra size can tire your hands after a few hours.

DualShock4 Back Button Attachment

The trouble I was having prevented me from taking it off when this happened, but I still did it occasionally to give my hands a break.

The majority have advantages. The back button attachment feels very robust, as I am used to from PlayStation products. Although it feels big on the controller, it's still small enough to easily stow away when traveling or to attach to your controller when you put it away.

Our opinion

The DualShock 4 Back Button Attachment turns your controller into a customizable gamepad for just $ 30. It is an excellent choice for competitive multiplayer fans. If you can experiment with different configurations in no time, you will find your ideal setup in a matter of seconds.

Is there a better alternative?

No, not near that price. Third-party controls designed for using back buttons offer a better experience. However, you spend over $ 100 on most of these controllers.

How long it will take?

It runs on the DualShock 4's battery so you don't have to charge it separately, and it feels sturdy enough to last for years.

Should you buy it

Yes, especially if you are interested in action or competitive multiplayer games.

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16 Feb
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Skin Care Routine For Your 50s: Skin Changes And Hormonal Shifts

Life starts at 50, they say. Some people only start proper skin care when they are about fifty years old. One morning we look in the mirror and find that the days of falling into bed with our makeup are over. For those of us who have been a bit careless in their lighthearted teenagers and twenties and stressful thirties and forties, now is the time to remedy the situation. Because we're suddenly in the middle of the century. Menopause is just around the corner or is just around the corner. When the estrogen decreases, the skin's resistance also decreases. However, a routine tailored to our age can do a lot to make up for lost time.

Our skin at 50

"This is the decade when your skin really loses elasticity," she says Alana Henrikson. Eminence Organics Product Support Representative. "Your skin barrier function is weakened." Your skin can change drastically almost overnight, which is also necessary for your skin care. What kind of changes are we talking about? Here is an overview:

  • wrinkles
  • age spots
  • Ultra dryness and dehydration
  • Sensitivity and irritation
  • slackness
  • Large pores
  • inflammation
  • acne

The sun damage you got away with in your previous years took revenge in the form of Age spots and wrinkles. Collagen production drops: In the first five years of menopause, your skin only produces 30% of what it did before. This reduces the elasticity and leads to wrinkles. Cheeks sag and large pores appear when gravity does its thing. Changing the hormone and pH will weaken the skin even further, compromising the moisture barrier, especially around the eyes, lips and neck, where the skin is thinner. Inflammation makes your skin more sensitive and irritable. And to further insult the injury, acne sometimes returns, a byproduct of hormonal imbalance. It's a long laundry list with dermatological complaints, but here age-appropriate daily skin care can make a real difference.

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Best skin care routine for your 50s

Get in one Skin care routine that deals with your age affects directly. Any effective 50-something routine should include the following steps:

  • Clean – First, wash your face with lukewarm instead of hot water that frees your skin of much-needed oil. And don't use soap. Instead, try a mild, multi-acting cleanser that hydrates and firms. If you have acne, use a salicylic acid cleanser that clogs your pores but doesn't dry out your skin.
  • Volume – Fill your skin with ingredients that restore the appearance of firmness and elasticity.
  • Peeling – Exfoliation is difficult on older skin. Removing dead skin cells restores glow and reduces signs of aging. By slowing down collagen, your skin is now thinner and more vulnerable. Protect the peeling with a gentle yet effective peeling like our acai peeling for firm skin. And rely more on beauticians to get your job done.

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  • Mask – A weekly home mask, like our Bamboo Age Corrective Masque, uses plant stem cells to make your skin look supple and rejuvenated.
  • To treat – One of the biggest problems with older skin is hormonal changes. Loss of collagen due to the menopause leads to sagging, visible lines, larger pores and bags under the eyes. Serums with phytoestrogen ingredients make the skin look younger. This also applies to treatments with retinol or peptides that penetrate the lower layers of the skin and increase collagen production.
  • Humidify – Where do we start? There are a variety of moisturizers to address specific problems. For example, use moisturizers with natural retinol alternatives from plant sources to help combat the appearance of sagging skin. Oils are also essential now: choose a moisturizer that is rich in oils like coconut oil, shea butter and grape seed oil. Your moisturizing strategy is rounded off by creams with hyaluronic acid, which make the skin plump.
  • Eye care – If you notice the first signs of crow's eyes, improve your skin routine with a lot of eye cream. Hydrate the sensitive area around the eyes with shea butter and oils to restore moisture to the skin.
  • Suncream – Protect your skin from age spots and thinning with sunscreens – rain or shine, morning, noon and evening. Sun protection products with at least 30 SPF are your best ally.

These basics are the beginning of yours new skin care life: embrace it! Complete your routine with regular facial treatments at the closest Eminence Organics Partner Spa. Experts can respond to your new needs and ensure that you give your skin exactly what it needs. What changes do you see in your skin? Let us know in the comments below or share it with us on social media.

16 Feb
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Getting Bigger, Getting Stronger, Getting Smarter

Daniel DeBrocke is a strength and conditioning trainer who mainly works with power lifts and an educator who works hard to share his knowledge without asking for anything. As a competitive powerlifter, it holds a total of £ 1,700. DeBrocke also wrote: Is lifting heavy weight important for building muscle? among other great articles about Breaking Muscle.

In this episode we discuss:

  • How he took himself from 165 to 286 pounds
  • How beginners can build muscles most efficiently
  • How advanced lifters should sequence their training to make optimal progress
  • Pivot blocks, strategic variations, labor capacity development and more
16 Feb
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7 Last Minute Loved-By-Everyone Beauty Gifts For The Luxe Lover

Just a week from the birthday of the great JC (and mine!), Many of us are still trying to buy gifts in a panic without revealing the fact that we have bought gifts in a panic … if you are still on the "perfect" Delicacies waiting If you want to come along or suddenly get hit in the face, you've come to the right place. With so many incredible festive collections and limited editions this year, it's hard not to feel overwhelmed or worried that you made the wrong choice. But I've found seven perfect last minute gifts for the luxurious beauty lover that no doubt will please any recipient. Whether it's your mother, sister, in-laws or your best friend, each of them shows that you care – if you dare to hand them over!

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Jo Malone Rose & Magnolia Cologne (£ 104.00)
It's not Christmas without a special edition JML scent, and this year they have definitely created something that looks special and smells even better. What you can dismiss as an old-fashioned floral scent is actually very pleasant; Inspired by the night sky, it contains "luminous magnolia and a duet of blooming and enchanting roses" in addition to sensual patchouli and warm amber, so that it feels like a modern interpretation of a classic combination. I am a big fan of rose fragrances, but they are often heavy and outdated – this combines the sweet Rose de Mai and the spicy opulence of Rose Damascena to create a wonderful fragrance that surpasses generations and tastes. An absolutely fail-safe gift.

Spectrum Collections Moonlight Highlighter (£ 12.99)
This moon-inspired highlighter is part of their first makeup collection and a delight. The warmth of the pink tones in combination with the effortless shimmer makes it easy to wear and beautiful on most lighter skin tones. It effortlessly polishes the skin and leaves a subtle shimmer over the cheekbones. Perfect if you want to create rays from the inside. It looks so much more expensive than it is. So if your budget stretches, the rest of the Zodiac-inspired cosmetic collection is a joy too. (The only thing I'm personally not so keen on is the mascara.)

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Molton Brown Bizarre Brandy Bath and Shower Gel (£ 24.00 | Currently £ 16.80)
I like this collection so much that I wrote a whole blog post about the offer, but this must be an important gift and gratefully received by men and women alike. You can't go wrong with a bottle of Molton Brown under your tree. This luxurious shower gel contains subtle shimmer in addition to a shade that can easily be mistaken for schnapps. The scent lingers on the skin just long enough to be worth the price, but is even more luxurious when immersed in a steaming hot bath – and it's available in a ball version if you're not familiar with the wrap!

Bobbi Brown Luxe Gems Eyeshadow Palette (£ 59.00)
Although this seems to be selling out online, I was told that it can still be found on many Bobbi Brown counters in the store. I live for this brand's celebratory collections and sometimes they exceed all expectations, but in 2019 they blew them all out of the park. every single thing is extremely desirable. The highlight for me is this Luxe Gems palette, which not only looks divine from the outside, but also contains seven incredible colors on the inside. With a combination of metallic, shimmer, iridescence and matt, it covers all your bases and remains incredibly portable – every single skin tone can wear every single shade and look fabulous. I'm obsessed with the rich metal "Electric Sapphire" and the "Black Pearl" shimmer, both of which shimmer without being super glittery and work even better when used wet.

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Omorovicza Queen of Hungary Mist, Rose Gold Limited Edition (£ 28.00)
If you haven't tried this iconic facial mist yet, you really have to. Omorovicza has revived a 14th-century beauty recipe that was originally developed for the Queen of Hungary to create a cleansing, toning, and protective facial mist known for its phenomenal rejuvenating properties. Contains Hungary's thermal water in addition to rose, orange blossom and sage leaf water, it smells amazing and revives your complexion immediately. Whether you use it as the last step in your morning or evening regime, after a face mask, or just to refresh yourself on the go, it's wonderful to use and feels super luxurious – and the mist is much lighter and finer than many others I have tried. This Christmas it is available in a limited rose gold packaging. So it's the perfect excuse to treat a loved one (or yourself!).

Bare Minerals Little Gems Face Mask Gift Set (£ 29.00)
These four little tubes with face masks inspired by gemstones will certainly be gratefully received in the time of excessive enjoyment and offer an urgently needed moment of luxurious pampering and time for me. Each tube offers space for two or three masks (depending on how generous you are!) And is also perfect for multiple masking: the gold mask helps with hydration with hyaluronic acid, the amethyst mask helps with revitalizing tired-looking skin, the sapphire blue mask Helps with detoxification and the pink diamond gives the skin a radiant shine. Each mask is applied metallic and dried, perfect for selfie moments. This will make caring for your skin even more pleasant.

ARK Skin Care Nutmeg, Cinnamon & Clove Luxury Home Candle (£ 27.00)
If in doubt, a seasonal candle is always the right way – and the festive offer from ARK is so warm that it offers the immediate comfort of a cozy blanket. You don't have to be pampered to get great quality. It is cast by hand in Great Britain and has a burning time of up to 50 hours. Even without the light, my office smells incredible and the candle itself is definitely bigger than mine by Jo Malone and Molton Brown. For the price, you really can't do better and you would support a growing British brand too!

If you're still shopping, don't worry. Each of these seven last minute luxury beauty gifts will surely put a smile on your loved one's face and show them how much you care. Now all you have to do is worry about the Christmas dinner …

16 Feb
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How Sebastian Stan Trains to Play Marvel’s Winter Soldier

Actor Sebastian Stan is ready to put his bionic arm back on. Stan is expected to be Bucky Barnes, a.k.a. The Winter Soldier, in the expected new series The Falcon and the Winter Soldier, which is scheduled to arrive at Disney Plus in August 2020.

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Stan has played the character for almost a decade since his debut in Captain America: The First Avenger, and has continued to work with coach Don Saladino over the years as he transformed into a winter soldier. Stan recently appeared in both parts of the Avengers saga in Avengers: Infinity War and Avengers: Endgame, and now his story continues on Disney Plus, which turns out to be very important for the future of the Marvel Cinematic Universe.

Here is the first trailer for the new series:

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Men’s Journal caught up with Saladino as he worked with Stan on the Avengers series: "We started with a heavy lift every day," said Saladino. “There is this amazing muscle engagement that you can only feel when you put on a lot of weight. I'm not saying that where your system flips out has to be exhausting for the body. It just has to feel difficult. "

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Here is a look at some of the work the two have done together:

In the new series Falcon and the Winter Soldier, Stans Wintersoldat and Anthony Mackies Sam Wilson / Falcon will deal with the consequences of Endgame and what the new world looks like with Wilson as the new Captain America. Civil war villain Baron Zemo (Daniel Brühl) returns as the main villain for the series while Wyatt Russell will play John Walker / USA. Agent, a government-sanctioned, militaristic version of Captain America.

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Stan shared a first look at his character from the show:

Training Sebastian Stan has made his winter soldier arm bionically strong

In August 2019, Stan showed the results of his training when he was getting ready to shoot, and these results were pretty great:

As part of his training with Stan, Saladino concentrated on Stan's torso and arms, also because the winter soldier actually has a muscular bionic arm. Saladino developed kettlebell carry training and arm circuit training to give Stan the strength he was looking for: “I think the way to success with biceps and shoulders starts with how you train the rest of your body “Said Saladino.

Falcon and the Winter Soldier is expected to be released on Disney Plus in fall 2020.

Here's a look at some of Stan's best workout posts and how he's training to transform into winter soldiers:

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