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Cool Beach Accessories: Must Have Accessories for Summer

April 26, 2018 By Lisa Leave a Comment

Cool Beach Accessories: Must Have Accessories for Summer

Summer is almost here!  And after the long winter many of you have endured (we literally had about 2 weeks of winter here in Arizona), I know you’re more than ready for sunshine and beach time!  I don’t blame you!  I want sunshine and beach time all year round!  To help you prepare for summer, I’m sharing some cool beach accessories that are under $30 each.  These are must have accessories for summer that won’t break the bank!

Cool Beach Accessories Under $30 Each

Cool Beach Accessories

Summer Hats

Summer hats are an absolute must!  If you have colored hair, they can keep your hair from fading.  They can also keep the sun off your face!  And did I mention, they’re fabulously fashionable!  Make sure you pick up at least one great summer hat!

  1. Wide Brim Straw Hat
  2. Floppy Big Brim Sun Hat
  3. Beach Please Baseball Cap
  4. Panama Fedora Beach Hat
  5. Open Knit Braided Sun Hat

Sunglasses

I never go anywhere without sunglasses.  And I usually have more than one pair with me just in case.  Here are some fun sunglasses that won’t break the bank.

  1. Sojos Cat Eye Mirror Lens Sunglasses
  2. Feisedy Vintage Floral Frame Sunglasses
  3. Peepers Oceans Away Sunglasses
  4. ATTCL Arrow Frame Wayfarer Sunglasses
  5. Elitera Gradient Colors Sunglasses

Sandals

I live in sandals and flip flops as much as possible!  Here are some fun ones to check out!

  1. Teva Olowahu Flip Flops
  2. G by Guess Women’s Sandals
  3. Plaka Sun Leaf Sandals
  4. Yellow Box Benji Wedge Sandals
  5. Cior Slingback Flip Flops

Summer Bags

If you know me well, you know that I have a slight obsession with bags.  I pretty much want all the bags!  Whether you’re looking for a fun bag for the beach or a fun bag for a day of shopping, we’ve got you covered!

  1. Odyseaco Striped Canvas Bag
  2. Malirona Zippered Canvas Bag
  3. YS-AU Cotton Shoulder Bag
  4. Malirona Striped Canvas Shoulder Bag
  5. Sornean Shoulder Canvas Bag

I’d love it if you’d share your favorite cool beach accessories!

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Filed Under: Fashion, Fashion Deals Tagged With: accessories, Summer

Health & Fitness Tips for Summer

June 1, 2012 By Lisa Leave a Comment

Happy Girls Under a Rainbow 2008

June is here and the temperatures are rising! That means fun in the sun, extra light in the evenings, cookouts, and other seasonal activities. We’re heading to the beach in 2 weeks and I’m really looking forward to it. While summer means additional fun, there are things you need to keep in mind! So to help you enjoy your summer and keep it healthy and safe, here are some health and fitness tips for the season.

Sunshine

It’s certainly true that there are healthful benefits to getting some sunlight exposure. Your body needs the sun to make vitamin D, and to get adequate levels you need to be exposed for at least 15 minutes without sunscreen.  There are lots of mixed views of sunscreen.  I think this video about nutrition and sunlight is worth watching. I typically burn easily, however, I’ve recently been watching my nutritional intake and I spent 3 days in the sun this weekend without getting sunburned! If your nutrition is not up to par, you’ll want to make sure to wear sunscreen.

Produce

Summer is the time for fresh garden produce. These healthful foods are said to be most nutritious when they are in season, so stock up at your local farmer’s market. You also might consider freezing or preserving some of summer’s bounty. It’s a great boost to your health to load up on fresh produce. After all, fruits and vegetables not only taste yummy but they can also help to prevent cancer and will help keep your heart healthy as well!

Get Active

Now is a wonderful time to get into physical activities like hiking, biking, swimming, and pretty much any outdoor game or sport. Keeping fit is more important these days than ever, with more and more opportunities arising to sit in front of a screen. Take advantage of summer’s warm temperatures and evening light to get out and get physically active.

My family has a tradition of family jogs during the spring and summer months.  We do Couch to 5K as a family and I usually reward the girls at the end of the time if they can run 30 minutes without stopping!

Heat

Another health and safety tip that bears mentioning is heat. Depending on your location, summer can get dangerously hot. Be aware of the signs of heat stroke:

* Copious or increased sweating
* Paleness, loss of color in the face
* Headache
* Feelings of dizziness, light-headedness, or feeling faint
* Nausea or vomiting
* Muscle cramps

Always get to an air-conditioned room or car as soon as possible if any of these symptoms are present. When you are outside, have access to shade so that you don’t get overheated.

Hydration

In the summer, you’ll need to have a drink of water handy much more often than in the cooler months. In fact, it’s a good idea to take water along when you are doing anything in the summer, from running errands to hiking. Staying hydrated helps ward off heat exhaustion and keeps your body in balance. If you’re going for a long hike or bike ride, you may want to pick up a Camelbak HydroBak 50 oz Hydration Pack. I love my Camelbak!

So head on outside, soak up some rays, play with your kids, and enjoy your summer!

What’s your favorite summer activity?

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Filed Under: Couch to 5K, Fitness, Real Life Tagged With: c25k, fitness, health, Summer

Start Losing BEFORE Summer

March 14, 2012 By Lisa Leave a Comment

Inside the Reef
Warm and sunny days like today have me thinking about sunshine and beaches. While I hate cold weather, it is easier to hide those extra pounds I carry under sweaters and jeans rather than in shorts and tank tops.

This is also the time of year where I know most people start seriously thinking about weight loss.  (I know people think about it at the beginning of January too, but this is the time of year when it starts to sink in that winter isn’t going to last forever.)

I’m seriously kicking it into high gear.  I’m bound and determined to fully enjoy this summer and I know I always enjoy summer more when I like the way I look in my clothes.

While I may not reach my goal by summer, I am bound and determined to lose a chunk of it by summer.

I know I’m not the only one who is looking to make some serious changes before summer.

Since summer is 14 weeks away and it takes 12 weeks for the world to see the progress you’re making, I’ve decided to take the next 2 weeks to give you an overview of some of the top diets around.  If you already have a plan for losing weight, I encourage you to start losing weight today.

If you’re not sure how to start losing weight or are looking for a diet that will work for you, make sure to visit often during the next 2 weeks.  I’ll be listing the pros and cons of each.  At the end of these 2 weeks, you will still have 12 weeks til the first day of summer.  That’s plenty of time to lose with whatever diet you choose!

You can check out diet plans in my Explanations of Popular Diet Plans series.

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Filed Under: Diet Plans, Weight Loss Tagged With: Diet Plans, Summer

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