I’m sure many of you have heard or try hip-hop abs. Hip-hop abs is a workout series from a company called beachbody. The workout is supposed to help you lose weight and especially the fat around your waist.
Now I have read plenty of reviews about it on the internet. Of course there are two sides. Some people complain that the company is a scam, and that Hip-hop abs does not work. And the other side claims that it is the best workout ever. That they have actually seen results since they started the program.
The techniques that Shaun T uses in his workout program is called tilt tuck and tighten. That’s how you’re supposed to do throughout the whole workout. Standing abs, no crunches, and he claims that it works.
My question is does it really work? Is there anyone out there that are trying or that have tried the program. What do you think of it, and would you recommend it to anyone else.
I would love to get some feedback please because I am interested, and would like to know if I will be losing my money by purchasing this program
Hip-hop abs (what are your thoughts on it) April 28, 2009
Why men forget valentines day and think they should be forgiven. February 3, 2009
1. Because our friends forget it too
Women talk about Valentine’s Day in the days leading up to it. You’ll discuss your plans with your girlfriends and, if none have been made, you’ll speculate as to what surprises may be in store. Among men, however, we’re lucky if even one of our friends raises the topic — because the rest of us need someone to remind us. Men forget Valentine’s Day for the same reason men fumble many relationship matters: We lack a support network to remind us of its importance. The event simply never comes up in conversation until it is raised by our girlfriends… the day after.
2. Because we’re tired out from the pursuit
The pursuit being the pursuit of you. In the early weeks of a relationship, we guys will go all-out planning elaborate dates and romantic surprises. In doing so, we contradict our nature (see reason #3), but competition drives us to persist. We know that there are plenty of other men waiting to swoop in if our courting efforts fail, so we push ourselves into playing the suave Casanovas that we most certainly are not. The pursuit usually proves successful just as exhaustion sets in, and we stop doing all those wonderful things that made you fall for us, leaving you to wonder, “Why doesn’t he ever remember Valentine’s anymore?”
3. Because we’re reactionary with emotions
That’s to say, we don’t show emotions until strongly provoked into doing so. Blame this on generations of fathers who told their sons to “man up” until restraint became part of our genetic code — and acknowledge that, most of the time, you like this quality in us. No woman wants a whimpering wet towel of a partner who’s always ready to offer up his feelings, and our awareness of this makes us all the more restrained. So when it comes to Valentine’s, that most sentimental of holidays, we are subject to two opposing forces: genetic instincts that tell us to “man up” and resist participating, and social instincts that tell us to get on the phone and ring in some roses. Neurons begin misfiring, the brain shuts down, and, next thing you know… we’ve forgotten Valentine’s Day.
During the ensuing argument, however, we will show emotion. We’ll plead and tell you how much we love you, and those of us from poor man-stock may even shed some tears. And though you may dismiss the spectacle as being less sincere for having required activation, it’s just the way we men operate. The feelings are there, but they have to be triggered. So once you see them, you can rest assured in the knowledge that we do care about you. We just don’t care about Valentine’s Day.
http://www.cosmopolitan.com/sex-love/dating/why-men-forget-valentines-day
He’s just not into you January 5, 2009
2. Make excuses every time you want to hang out. Staying occupied with other ‘important’ matters and making you last on his list is another way of brushing you off. In addition, a date cancelled at the last minute is not a good sign of someone that enjoys your company.
5 times not to text him January 4, 2009
There are several instances where texting can torpedo a relationship before it’s barely gotten off the ground:
1. After your first few dates. It may be tempting to contact a guy after an amazing date, but resist the urge. “Reaching out lessens the thrill of the chase for him,” says psychologist Diana Kirschner, PhD, author of the upcoming book Love in 90 Days.
2. When you’re drunk. Since phones don’t come with Breathalyzers, it’s up to you to stop yourself from sending a tipsy message — especially one that suggests you two meet up ASAP. “Being too available lets a guy know he has all the leverage,” Krieger says.
3. When you’re angry. It’s annoying when a guy flakes, but sending a “Why haven’t you called me?!” inquiry makes you look massively insecure. Avoid angry texts once you’re in a relationship too. “When it’s in writing, you can’t easily take it back,” Kirschner says. It’s even smart to ban bitchy humor, which can sound meaner than it is.
4. When you’re trying to be funny. ”When relayed nonverbally, sarcasm and joking can come off as aggressive,” according to Kirschner. A dude could read a message like “OMG, you were out of control last night” literally, which makes you sound pissed when you were actually just fondly remembering his funny behavior.
5. When you’ve already texted him that day. Once you’re in an ongoing relationship, you may be tempted to rely on texting as a regular form of communication, and there’s nothing wrong with staying in touch that way sometimes. But electronic communication discourages phone conversations and one-on-one time. Also, guys like brief updates, not a blow-by-blow of your life.
http://www.cosmopolitan.com/sex-love/relationships/relationships-and-texting-2
How to tell he’s cheating December 30, 2008
1. He’s superprotective of his gadgets. “The main way that trysts are found out is through the discovery of incriminating e-mails, IM chats, cell phone texts or bills,” says Belisa Vranich, PsyD, a clinical psychologist in New York City. So if he’s being unfaithful, he may guard his gadgets or act really defensive when you innocently touch his phone or computer. It should be a giant red flag if he readily gave you passwords in the past, and now he’s more evasive.
2. He steps up the grooming. “This is so obvious, but it’s a sign many women miss: If your man starts grooming down there without you requesting it, that could be an indication that he’s spending more time naked,” says Vranich. You can actually thank porn for this tipoff. Guys today are used to viewing manscaped dudes onscreen, so if he has another chick to impress with his sexual prowess, he may emulate those ultra-trimmed guys. Another clue: He’s spending more time at the gym.
3. He smells different. “When he comes home, if he doesn’t smell the same as he did in the morning, and it isn’t the scent of soap in the gym or at your home, it may be because he’s showered at her place,” offers Vranich. So pay attention, because in this case, that old saying “the nose knows” might very well be true.
4. Nothing fazes him anymore. “If he was short-tempered before, a combination of added sex and attention could be making him way more relaxed, even downright giddy,” Vranich says. Adds Mira Kirshenbaum, author of When Good People Have Affairs: Inside the Hearts and Minds of People in Two Relationships: “If your guy is suddenly going around all happy and whistling, then you need to find out why.”
5. He becomes suspicious of you. “If he’s normally a mellow type, all of a sudden he may want to know where you are all the time and with whom,” says Vranich. “It’s the result of him realizing that if he’s cheating and it’s not that hard, you might also be getting away with it.” Also, beware of extremely detailed responses to even your most innocent “How was work today?” queries. He may be preparing epic answers because he’s terrified of getting caught.
One caveat: If your sex life hasn’t fallen off, that’s no guarantee that he’s faithful. “It’s a serious mistake to think that affairs are necessarily sexual. He may just be unhappy in other parts of the relationship,” says Kirshenbaum. In fact, an illicit relationship could even stoke his lust for you.
Ways to ask a guy out December 30, 2008
Passively waiting for a hottie to make a move is simply not acceptable behavior for a fearless Cosmo chick like yourself. Sure, it can be a little intimidating to approach a dude, but it puts you in control of your dating destiny, and besides — guys really like it. “Men find it refreshing when a female asks them out,” Says Rhonda Findling, psychotherapist and author of The Dating Cure. “Beyond that, it’s empowering for the woman.” Some tips for taking this bold step.
Buy Him a Drink
If a guy catches your eye while you’re out with friends, send over a beer. Since it forces him to make the next move and say thank you, it’s a stealth way of letting him know you’re interested.
Suggest a Super Guy-Friendly Outing
Try to gauge what the guy you’ve set your sights on is into. Here’s how: As you’re chatting him up, ask him what he did over the weekend. Then, casually suggest something similar — whether it be going out for wings or to the batting cages — for the following Friday.
Invite Him on a Group Date
If you can’t quite bring yourself to suggest solo time together, try inviting him out with a bunch of your friends which will make you feel more at ease. One caveat: Avoid having your Giselle look-a-like pal tag along — you want to make sure his eyes stay glued to you.
If You Lose Your Nerve…
Really can’t bring yourself to invite a dude out? Then give him the green light to ask you. After flirting for a bit say something like, “Have you heard about this new movie? I’ve been dying to see it.” It will give him the perfect opportunity to suggest you see it together — and because you’ve hinted at what you want to do, it takes some of the planning pressure off him. Perfect!
Signs you should dump him by New year’s December 28, 2008
1. When you ask to speak to him about moving in, he schedules the talk for June.
2. Each time after sex, he grabs a private notebook from his bag and scribbles something in it, giggling.
3. His friends call him by the nickname of Cheaty McGee.
4. He loves to touch you and kiss you and will do so just as soon as he powers up and finishes killing these level-four zombies. Die, video zombies, die!
5. His ring tone is “Baby Got Back.”
6. The guy’s elaborate excuse for not spending the holidays together includes training for an Ironman competition.
7. Mr. Reality still entertains the idea that he could be a “stripper choreographer.”
8. He’s already written a scathing tell-all memoir of your relationship — and you’ve only been dating for two months.
9. He calls your mom “Mrs. Robinson” and stares at her way too intensely.
10. The big spender usually splurges and buys you awesome gifts, so it’d be a real shame to dump him before Christmas
http://www.cosmopolitan.com/sex-love/relationships/10-Signs-You-Should-Dump-Him-by-New-Years
Nostalgia December 24, 2008
I’m sitting here, going through my folders full of pictures. Beautiful memories! I wish I could go back one year.
My eyes are filled with tears looking at these pictures. Each one of them represents a moment that I will forever cherish.
The pictures bring back those moments when we were one big happy family, having fun, enjoying each other, living for the moment. Now we are one broken, dysfunctional family. It is sad how we grew apart from each other. So much happened this past year. So much I would give anything o could to erase. My dear home that used to be the spot, doesn’t even feel like home anymore. I lost a brother (not literally), lost a sister. All those dear friends I used to have so much fun with, I barely see or hear from now. Everybody is busy living their lives. Some are too selfish to care about others.
We all went our separate ways. We all are living our lives. It probably won’t ever be the same anymore, but in my heart these memories will live forever.
These pictures will always be a symbol of the unforgettable we shared.
Holidays December 17, 2008
Happy holidays
Here we go again, the end of the year. I could not be more excited. The holiday season is my favorite of them all. No matter how down I feel, no matter how unhappy I am, this season always brings some peace and comfort to me. The Christmas songs, the decorations on the streets(although I wish there was more), decorating my house and getting gifts is just so exciting to me. Seeing it all makes me smile, it makes me happy.
Families get together, and everybody forget about the misunderstandings, the fights. At least for a few days, everything gets normal.
Is there a better season to bring everybody together? I don’t think so.
Happy holidays to all. May God bless you!!!
Merry Christmas
Finals December 17, 2008
One more day, 2 more to go. I feel so tired. I have not been sleeping quite well this past week. Finals can be tough on me. I never feel ready. Worse I never feel like I did well until I get the results. I can’t wait for this to be done. Then I can sit back, relax, and enjoy the holidays (my favorite season of the year) in peace.
I can’t wait. I’m already planning my menu. I see all the beautiful things I want to do already. I am so excited.
Okay, I’m going back to my book…
