Spring into Action!

Helloooooo Out there Health & Image Society!

Spring is near! I hope you are springing into some downward dogs, squats, calf raises and/or bicep curls!
What is your workout regimen?
Do you even have one?
Recently my husband pumped up the Exercise ball and since it's so BIG you can't miss it!
It screams to us daily - "Hello, come sit on me! Do some sit ups, some squats, Something!"
We satisfy the ball by giving it a good sweat and my son gets the bounce he needs from it as well :-D

A couple of days ago, during my yoga practice, I told myself, "I want to kick up into Headstand", and I did! My first one home and alone!

It felt great.
To get into that pose - you need to have a strong core.
Doing crunches and other core exercises on the ball, has aided in that; along with my regular asana practice.  Yoga is a way of life for me and I couldn't imagine life without it!

You have to find what you can do to work on your body that you will not want to live without.
Whether it be Yoga, Zumba, African dance, Bike riding, Spinning, Kick boxing, Push ups on a park bench, Whatever!

Find it, and ride it 'til the wheels fall off!

Peace, Love & Health!

The Great Green

Hello H.I. Society!

What's your new "Thing/ Kick/ Obsession"?
There are periods throughout the years, months, weeks or days even, when we feel like we have to do or get into something new. Whether it's good for us or not, we still do it. 
I see a lot of people into Hookah and I just can't get with that since I see NO Benefits of inhaling smoke in different flavors. It'd be great if it were sending vitamins to all of our body parts as we inhaled, however that is NOT the case.
My new "kick" is Juicing!
As of now I am just a store purchaser of the Great Green! AHA! 
I like that! That's what I'll call it!
Whether you marry your new obsession or drop it, that's all up to you! 
I, however am engaged to be married to this Green Greatness!  I had the yummiest Breakfast Boost at Integral Yoga the other day! It was my first! 
Yes I was a "Great Green" virgin until last week!
A nice young lady recommended it- it consisted of banana, blueberries, pineapple, kale, hempseed, flax oil and soy milk. There was also an option to have almond or hemp milk. 

                              before>>>>>>>>>>>>>> after

                                                      Yum!

I am doing research to find the juicer that is right for me. 
I want something thats going to pulverize even the tiniest of seeds such as flax, hemp, etc. and can chop and beat the pulp (literally) out of any leafy green and fruit.
Finding the right juicer is imperative.
I love the consistency of a smoothie but want it incorporated with greens! I also want the option of making juice if I wanted that as well; all in 1 juicer.
I've been reading comparisons of the Nutri -Bullet VS. The Ninja, The Breville and The Omega.
So far the best value for my money based on efficiency and reviews leads me to the.......(drum rollllllll)
NUTRI- BULLET!!!!!
http://www.nutribullet.com/index.php?r=site/recipes
It has a quick clean up, can make juice out of fruits and vegetables in under a minute, it's not big and bulky and it has individual cups and lids.
I'm excited and cannot wait to purchase.... or cannot wait for hubby to purchase :-D.
Until then I will go to the store for my green fix until we can continue our love affair in the comfort of my own home :-D.

*Take care of your insides so you can look good on the outside!

Since we're talking about green, which is absolutely one of my top 3 favorite colors, your closet cannot go without this beautiful mint color this spring..
Get at least 2 pieces.  Accessories, a blouse, scarf, pants, skirt or a dress!  
Take your pick!

 Cute Earrings- $1.50 at Forever 21

 Peep toe wedges - $32.80 @ Forever 21

http://www.shoefashionista.com/shoes/heeled-shoes-2/camila-mint-green-turquoise-high-heel-stiletto-court-shoes.html

Ivanka Trump pointed toe flats @ Bloomingdale's $120

Kate Spade Shoulder bag- $458 @ Bloomingdale's

 $24.80 Pleated dress @ Forever 21

 $27.80 -Chiffon blouse @ Forever 21

BP chain link- $18.00 @Nordstrom

Vince Skinny jeans- $195 @ Nordstrom

Colored chinos @ Forever 21 $24.80

Isn't it good to know that while you pick your greens it applies to your food and fashion!?!?
Exactly what Health & Image Society is ALL about!

Peace, Love, Health & Fashion!!!!!!!