You may be like many, who really want to eat better but just can't stop from eating the usual junk. Unfortunately, we are creatures of habit and it creates a mental and emotional conflict when we attempt to do something different. We can rehearse in our minds that we will exchange more organic or healthier ingredients for the ones we currently use; but just like clockwork we purchase the same foods from the grocery store. You may think that you just can't help it. You can! Identify what habits you want to change, figure out whey these habits exist, and figure out how you'll slowly change your bad eating habits into healthier new ones. 

Here are just a few suggestions to get you eating more healthy:

You new eating plan is in full effect this summer. You are following your workout schedule by hitting the gym and getting outdoors. You feel good. You have more energy. Your clothes fit better. You are definitely on your way to a healthier you. But... you can't help craving those mid day, evening, and late night snacks. You don't want all of your hard work to be in vain but at the same time, you don't want to cheat yourself either. Denial is not a friend to a living a fit life, it will send you right back to unhealthy eating habits. Here are 5 low calorie snacks to eat this summer. 

Long hours at work can definitely strike out your routine fitness plans. After hectic days of meetings, reports, more meetings, and paper work, at the end of the night, the only thing on your mind is climbing into bed and not hitting the gym. This is all understandable, however, before you allow the guilt of not committing to your workout to get to you, here are some great ways to stay fit and stay on top of your work load at the same time.

Staying Fit With Quick Summer Workouts 

Life, Like A Workout Made Simple

Pole dancing has such a negative connotation associated with it.  Frequently, pole and stripper are synonymous with each other.  However, more and more women are turning to this contentious form of art for fun and fitness.  Art? Absolutely!  It’s all about your perception and interpretation.  Classes are being offered nationwide, “pole dance workout.”  Want to spice up your workout routine, this is definitely an option.  Can you imagine the muscles that are being used to pole dance?  Geesh, I bet your eyebrows hurt after doing it!!!  Thinking about it makes my abs tight.  After watching this clip, which I thought was done tastefully, all I could do was SMH (shake my head).  As the song states, “you could only hope for this.”  Hope?  Heck, I WISH!

Staying Fit with Quick Summer Workouts

What are your thoughts on pole dancing?  Would you do it?  I absolutely would either in the privacy of my home or even in a class setting.  Approach with an open mind folks. 

How To Get Great Legs Like Jennifer Lopez

This video is so inspiring!

Christina Aguilera recently sported a very rock n'roll inspired outfit and spider lashes at the Maroon 5 video shoot in Los Angeles. "The Voice" judge wore a sexy kimono top, black leggings and a wide-brim hat. The duo rocked out in front of an American-flag back drop. Christina's makeup-artist gave the ex-Disney star a dramatic eye-popping look by adding false lashes and lots of mascara to bring out her already blue piercing eyes. As I mentioned before, spider lashes are going to be one of the biggest beauty trends for Fall. Here are some product suggestions that will help you achieve the spider clunky lash and a "how-to" tutorial. 

All eyes were on Emma Watson, as she walked the red carpet at last night's "Harry Potter" premiere in New York City. Emma wore a copper tone Bottega Veneta gown, slicked back hair and a smokey eye mixed with gold eyeshadow. The Harry Potter star was almost unrecognizable and super glam! I couldn't get enough of Emma's smokey eye mixed with gold shadow around the edges. It was made to perfection! Fan of the smokey eye with gold shadow? Here are some products I suggest using Motives Cosmetics

Motives Cosmetics pressed eyeshadow in Gold Rush (shimmer) $12

Motives Cosmetics Luxe precision eyeliner in onyx $14

Motives  Cosmetics False eyelashes $6.95

The adorable Selena Gomez has been spotted rocking eye-popping red lips.  The Disney cutie is busy promoting her new movie Monte Carlo and seen out and about with her adorable boyfriend Justin Bieber. The gorgeous 18yr old star, can't seem to get enough of her red lipstick, as seen wearing in many red carpet events. Red lips is a huge trend for Fall and is definitely a must have staple in your beauty box. Here are 3 of my favorite red lipsticks by Motives Cosmetics. 

Motives Cosmetics by Loren Ridinger Rich Formula Lipstick in Tomato Red $14 

Motives Cosmetics by Loren Ridinger Rich Formula in Fire Red $14 

Motives Cosmetics by Loren Ridinger Go Red 

Obtaining long hair is not as hard as you think. Although there are thousands of products available with a promise to grow our hair longer in 30 days or less, topical solutions are not quite the answer. Healthy hair growth happens from the inside.  What happens on the inside shows up on the outside. Taking great care of your body will show through in your hair, nails, and skin. If your desire is to grow your hair longer or to just have a healthy, full head of hair, here are some great suggestions to get you started. 

For this holiday weekend, celebrate Independence Day in style with a red, white & blue mani using Motives by Loren Ridinger nail candy.  Show you spirit with this chic and trendy patriotic Fourth of July inspired manicure.  What are you waiting for?  Get creative and pull out your red, white and blue lacquers. 

Motives by Loren Ridinger nail candy oh Marilyn 

The next time you take a sip of your favorite tea, you may not know that you are doing your body a huge favor. Tea contains high levels of antioxidants, which take on the "free radicals" in the body and prevent them from harming the healthy cells. Antioxidants prevents disease. Also, teas contain fluoride which benefits your teeth and helps with bacteria that cause bad breath. 

The next time you go to your favorite bar, I have a few suggestions that will not only taste great but help keep your body healthy and strong. Here are a few teas I recommend.