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If you're heading outside for an early morning run, it's pretty nippy out there! A tank top and shorts just won't cut it anymore, but it's not quite cold enough for Winter running gear. Here are some of my favorite long-sleeve shirts to wear on chilly runs, listed in order of lightest to heaviest to help you find a layer that's perfect for your weather. If you get really cold, pair these layers Read more
If you're like me, you like to have a new fleece every year. This means I end up with favorites while my older fleeces just sit in the back of my closet. In 2005 Patagonia launched Common Threads Garment Recycling Program, through which customers can return their worn out Capilene Performance Base layers to them for recycling. They've now added Patagonia fleece, Polartec fleece from other Read more
Winter brings the excitement of so many different winter sports and activities - cross country skiing, snowboarding, snowshoeing, and winter running. And just because it's cold outside does not mean you don't sweat. Sweating and winter don't mix since once your clothes get wet, they'll stay wet and that will make you cold. Plus if you pile on the layers, you won't be able to move freely which Read more
On Friday, I asked you all to come Fit Finding with me for some Winter Running Gear. I started you off with some super cool ice running shoes and asked you to find some socks, gloves or mittens, base layers and a cute hat. Here's what scratch5 came up with. View 5 Photos ›hatglovesbase layer ttopbase layer bottomsocks I love the orange hat and mock turtle neck, but then again it is easy to Read more
Don't let the winter chill keep you off of the streets. Running in winter is fun, but you have to dress appropriately. Starting with your feet, because if they are cold you'll be miserable. Wear some ski sock liners made out of poly-pro with wool and/or silk blended in. These will keep your tootsies toasty. If the temperature is lower than 20 degrees, I'd opt for ski socks since they're Read more
Hummus is good for much more than serving as a simple dip. The bean-based food is a great source of protein and fiber, and at only 27 calories per tablespoon, it's perfect for filling up without filling out. Try these five tricks to add more hummus to your diet: Add it to your meat: For a dish that packs double the protein punch, coat chicken breasts in a layer of hummus before baking or Read more
Is showing your blog more love among your top resolutions for 2012? Start a new year of blog dedication by learning some important basics to make photos and collages stand out on the page. Pugly Pixel's Photoshop tutorial on image background extractions and how to use layers may sound intimidating, but the how-to is so carefully explained that even Photoshop newbies can get a handle on this Read more
It's time to welcome in a whole new year, but before we say hello to 2012, there's one final thing to get right for 2011: your makeup. New Year's Eve is often a celebratory occasion that goes well on into the wee hours, so before you step out in your finest frock, check out these tips on how you can keep your makeup looking fresh the whole evening — or morning — through. For your Read more
Traveling this holiday? Christmas Eve falls on a Saturday this year, which makes one big mess at the airport. If you can't take a car or a train, be sure to check out these packing and travel tips to make your life easier while booking flights, getting through security checkpoints, and beyond. Booking Flights TripIt — Once signed up for the free service, forward travel confirmation emails Read more
Some statements are loud, some are subtle, and some are singularly bold. We'd like to think that rocking a pendant necklace covers all of the statement bases in one poignant swoop. There's a well-edited mix of playful, poised, neon bright, sophisticated, and sweet pendant pieces for every fashion frame of mind. Style a multicolored Oscar de la Renta brooch necklace alone for maximum effect or get Read more
