by Glotime | Apr 8, 2016 | Featured, General, GloBeauty, GloWellness
As the first hints of Spring finally tease through the clouds, we start thinking preparing for warmer climes at home or abroad.
Pulling out my favourite bikini last night was a bit of an eye opener for me as I decided that either the swimsuit had to go or the tummy. I decided on the latter, as with a few tone up exercises and less carbs, I could make a difference within a very short time indeed.
I have never been a Beach Babe even at my most fittest, but I can don a curvaceous Marilyn Monroe figure – especially if wearing a rather generous two piece bathing suit (fifties style). Did you know she was actually a size 16!
So I did a plan, and have given myself until the 1st June, just under two months to achieve my goal.
IMAGE – SHUTTERSTOCK
Here are some of my tips to get started.
Tummy exercises are easy, and as my old fitness instructor told me, concentrate on your tummy even whilst at your desk – because where energy goes, energy flows! This is so true, and you just have to get into the habit of pulling in your stomach and strengthening your torso at every opportunity.
As with every woman of a certain age, bat wings are not a good look and so these exercises are amazing for tightening up the tops of the arms. Stretch both arms out sideways, then gently tilt them backwards feeling the tightening in the upper arm. Do these fifty times three times a day and you will see the difference within a week.
Swimming is great exercise for the entire body and if you can get in two to three 20 minute stretches in the pool you will tone up and strengthen the muscles. Water Aerobics are also effective and fun, and a good alternative to the Gym.
Diet adaptation is also necessary after the Winter months of late night hot chocolate and extra calories. I have always taken the low fat route rather than a low calorie diet, as the weight loss is more expedient and it is easier to sustain.
Join a Slimming World if you are serious about dropping pounds or just opt for low fat products in the Supermarket.
A typical day for me would be:
Breakfast
A poached or boiled egg
One slice of wholemeal toast
Lighter spread
Tea or coffee with skimmed milk
One banana
Lunch
Baked potato
Baked Beans
Salad
Zero fat yoghurt
Dinner
One piece of fresh salmon
Mixed fresh vegetables
Boiled potatoes
Fresh fruit salad
Check out other low fat options – there are many now on offer, even with ready meals if you are on the go.
So if you are ready to begin the Fitness Challenge, so am I – and I look forward to sharing ideas and targets with you soon.
by Glotime | Mar 22, 2016 | Featured, General
Easter is probably one of the most important Christian holidays, as it is all about rebirth and dates back in time to Christian celebrations of Christ’s resurrection following his passing on Good Friday. But it also has Pagan associations, which coincides with Spring and the awakening of life all around us. Especially the Easter Bunny, who really does exist by the way!
I know this to be true because every year I had a mountain of Easter Eggs and Chocolate left in my living room as a child, which is probably why I crave chocolate so much and have many Vicar of Dibley moments when seeing a chocolate fountain!
So on that very favourite subject, I have been looking around at what chocolate offerings are in store for us this Easter. So, the top Easter Egg hunt prize goes to the following, which was breaking news yesterday:
[vc_row parallax=”” parallax_image=”” row_id=”” column_padding=”” full_width_row=”” equal_height=”” full_height=”” vertical_center=”” enable_parallax=”” parallax_speed=”0.5″ bg_video_src_mp4=”” bg_video_src_ogv=”” bg_video_src_webm=”” bg_video_overlay_color=”” mouse_scroll=””][vc_column width=”1/1″ fixed=”” animation=”” full_height=”” enable_parallax=”” parallax_speed=”0.5″][vc_column_text]Savvy shoppers can pick up a free Easter egg from their local supermarket with Topcashback’s latest offer.
The cashback site is giving new members the chance to get their hands on a free Easter egg up to the value of £5 from all major supermarkets, including Asda, Morrisons, Sainsbury’s and Tesco.
Whether you’re a parent looking to purchase a Easter treat for your little one or fancy indulging your own sweet tooth over the Bank Holiday just follow the step by step guide below to claim the freebie offer – valid until Easter Sunday (27 March 2016).
Read more: Which supermarket came out on top in our Easter egg taste test?
How to redeem your free Easter egg:[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row parallax=”” parallax_image=”” row_id=”” column_padding=”” full_width_row=”” equal_height=”” full_height=”” vertical_center=”” enable_parallax=”” parallax_speed=”0.5″ bg_video_src_mp4=”” bg_video_src_ogv=”” bg_video_src_webm=”” bg_video_overlay_color=”” mouse_scroll=””][vc_column width=”1/1″ fixed=”” animation=”” full_height=”” enable_parallax=”” parallax_speed=”0.5″][thb_image full_width=”” alignment=”center” lightbox=”” image=”14395″][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row parallax=”” parallax_image=”” row_id=”” column_padding=”” full_width_row=”” equal_height=”” full_height=”” vertical_center=”” enable_parallax=”” parallax_speed=”0.5″ bg_video_src_mp4=”” bg_video_src_ogv=”” bg_video_src_webm=”” bg_video_overlay_color=”” mouse_scroll=””][vc_column width=”1/1″ fixed=”” animation=”” full_height=”” enable_parallax=”” parallax_speed=”0.5″][vc_column_text]
- Buy an Easter egg for £5 or more from one of the following stores: Asda, Morrisons, Sainsbury’s, Tesco, Aldi and Lidl.
- Sign up to TopCashback.co.uk for free here.
- Download the TopCashback mobile app on an iPhone or Android handset and sign in. It’s free to download and use.
- Click on ‘in-store’ cashback, and then the ‘Snap & Save’ icon and find the Free Easter egg after cashback deal.
- Snap a picture of the receipt, showing the date and time of purchase, the cinema name, and the ticket that is eligible for cashback. You can fold your receipt to show all of the required information.For those who don’t have a smartphone, cashback can still be earned by submitting receipts through the TopCashback website here
- Once receipts have been submitted, cashback will track in member’s accounts within seven working days and will become ‘payable’ within 30 days
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by Glotime | Mar 16, 2016 | Celebrity, Featured, Glo Arts & Entertainment
SYLVIA ANDERSON the legendary co-creator of Thunderbirds and a host of television shows spanning five decades, has died following a short illness at her home in Bray, Buckinghamshire.
Tributes have been pouring in from all over the World from fans of the original programmes, whose lives were transformed by Sylvia’s creativity and genuine love for her characters. The most famous was the charismatic Lady Penelope, which was visually based on its creator and was also voiced by Sylvia.[vc_column_text]Daughter of a Boxing Champion and Dressmaker from South London, Sylvia was one of the first female film producers in the UK to make a mark with her innovative programming and creativity. In recent years Sylvia has worked as Head of Programming for HBO in the UK, and has been writing a television series with her daughter Dee Anderson entitled ‘The Last Station’.
Sylvia recently appeared at a convention hosted by Fanderson the fan club for Sylvia and her late husband Gerry, and was greeted with two standing ovations.
Sylvia had many famous friends, but would always find time to take care of people who were suffering or in need of support. She donated and worked for many charities including Breast Cancer Care, with The Pink FAB Ball which is still going ahead in her memory on 6 May at The Landmark Hotel.[/vc_column_text][thb_image full_width=”” alignment=”center” lightbox=”” image=”14372″][vc_column_text]Sylvia has been succeeded by her daughter Dee Anderson, who is a Singer/Songwriter, and her son Gerry Anderson Junior, an anaesthetist. She has four grandchildren and one great granddaughter.
Quote from Dee Anderson:
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Click here for details on the Pink Fab Ball
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