Exercise-conditioning

Conditioning is what you have to do to become stronger and muscular. This is an easy thing to do as you can literally sit on the floor in your room and do some conditioning while watching Netflix or listening to music. You should try to condition about every other day or even everyday if your feeling up to that. But to be honest its not that hard to do it everyday as long as you can remember to do it. You should also try to change the routine of conditioning quite often as then your body won't get used to the same routine also I would advice that some days you go easy then hard then medium and also changing the difficulty will be better for your body. This post will give you 3 different routines depending on how hard you want to push yourself, I will also put where each move should be working on/ hurting in brackets.

Easy Routine 
20 second plank hold (abs)
10 squats (legs) 
10 v-sits (abs)
10 triceps dips on a chair (arms)
10 mountain climbers (legs)
15 crunches (abs)
20 second wall sit (legs)
10 press-ups (arms)
15  high knee running on the spot (legs)
20 second side plank (bum)

Medium Routine
30 second dish hold (abs)
20 squats jumps (legs)
25 Russian twists (abs)
30 second wall sit
20 v-sits (abs)
25 swimmers (legs)
45 second plank (abs)
20 mountain climbers (legs)
15 press ups (arms)
15 burpees (legs)

Hard Routine
75 second plank (abs)
20 press ups (arms)
30 triceps dips on a chair (arms)
35 high knee running on the spot (legs)
40 second side plank (bum)
30 crunches (abs)
30 second lowered held press up (arms)
35 squats (legs)
25 burpees (legs)
30 v-sits (abs)

-Enjoy your lazy day C xoxo

How to keep healthy - Food Tips

Staying healthy involves lots of things, the main two being exercise and healthy eating, however I've got some tips and tricks to help you along the way as being healthy isn't always as easy as it sounds! I hope these tips come in handy and help you keep healthy.

Tip 1- Snacking
Whether you're a snacker or not, it's important to make sure your snacks are healthy. The occasional packet of crisps won't hurt but just make sure you aren't snacking on them all the time. To help with this you can start putting healthy alternatives on the shopping list (or buy them yourself). Always keeping fruit in sight helps as when you crave a sweet snack you can just grab a piece of fruit!

Tip 2 - Eating Meals
If you struggle with meal portions then one of my best tips is to portion your meal sizes onto smaller plates so it tricks your mind into thinking there is more food on the plate. As well as this put smaller portions on your plate and eat all of that rather than picking little bits from each dish as you will lose track of how much you've eaten.

Tip 3 - Food Labels
Pay attention the labels on your food. In the UK green labels mean that the food you're eating is relatively healthy and high in fibre, whereas red ones mean that the food is high in fat, sugar or saturates. Orange labels are medium and can be found on sauces like Ketchup or BBQ. In order to keep healthy you have to know what you are putting into your body.

Tip 4 - Food Substitutes
Making small changes to your diet are often the most effective, for example if you eat white bread change to whole meal (they taste practically the same!), you can change from white to brown pasta, go from semi-skimmed milk to 1% fat, and lots of other little changes. Often you'll find that the healthier version tastes the same if not nicer than the original. I find that Diet Coke tastes way nicer than Coca Cola, both are not healthy, but still.

Tip 5 - Mealtimes
Never ever skip breakfast. I can't stress enough how important breakfast is. Most people think that it will make them thinner, but it slows your metabolism which means your body will hang onto the fat from the next meal you eat. Breakfast also powers you for the day so without it your body will lack in crucial energy.

Tip 6 - Staying Hydrated
Keeping hydrated is crucial, for our health and skin. It helps our skin by clearing our complexion, basically it helps prevent spots. Drinking water keeps us hydrated, and alcohol can sometimes dehydrate our bodies. Limit your juice intake into no more thank 1 glass a day if not less, the sugar in the juice also damages our teeth.

Tip 7 - Grocery Shopping
Even if your parents still shop for you (like mine) you can still use this tip. When you go shopping ( for groceries) make sure you have eaten food before you go, so you wont' end up buying more than you need. You also won't crave sugary foods as you'll have eaten before hand. This tip also save money!

-Enjoy your LazyDay R xoxo

6 Tips on how to stay healthy

These are some of my general tips on how to stay fit and healthy!

Finding the time
Try to exercise at least 60 minutes per day however if you are trying to tone up or lose weight conditioning/shorter yet harder routines will be more effective as you'll be pushing your body harder. Try to make a schedule as then you won't lose track of when you should be working out!

Clothes
If you have a nice set of workout clothes you are more likely to want to workout rather than thinking of it as a chore. Plan your outfit the night before so that the next day you can just throw your clothes on this will make you more motivated as you won't have the stress in the morning. You will see them before you go to sleep this should make you motivated and want to wake up in the morning.

Working out with a friend
Staying fit with a friend will keep you motivated and if you set dates in which you are going to meet and workout you are not going to cancel unless you have to.

Your routine
Change your exercise routine very often because as soon as your body starts getting used to it you aren't as challenged so you won't burn as many calories.

Making your heart rate rise for short bursts of time has been proven to be more effective than keeping it at the same rate for long periods.

Food and drink
Cooking your own food will be better than ordering takeaways because you know exactly what you're eating. Making a weekly meal plan will keep you organised and you can make sure that you have all the ingredients. Pay attention to nutrition labels to help you make healthier choices.

Staying hydrated is crucial for becoming and staying fit. Water is so much better for you than fizzy drinks that have more calories in than you can imagine!

Sleep
Work out a sleep pattern that works for you so you are not tired in the morning as having 10 hours of sleep might make you feel over-tired. If you have a goods night sleep the chances are in the morning you'll feel more productive.

-Enjoy your LazyDay H  xoxo

Top 5 Makeup products

In this post I'll be going through my Top 5 Make Up products that I have been loving recently. I'll link them all at the end and try to mention if someone else also has them as we all use quite a few of the same products!

Collection colour correcting concealer palette
First off ive got a concealer which i personally think is very underrated, and should be more well known across the drugstore. It is a collection concealer palette which includes 4 skin shades and 4 colour correcting shades. With all the hype over the Lasting Perfection concealer I think this one is definitely worth the try. It's not sparkly or cakey at all so perfect for discreet make up at school. (Clara and Hattie both also have this palette and would highly recommend for just £6)!

Seventeen Doll'd Up Mascara
There are absolutely loads of mascaras out there, but (Clara and) I feel as if this one is sort of in the shadows just waiting to WOW the population's eyelashes! It adds just the right amount of length and volume, and it's buildable. I know mascaras can't really be buildable but with this one you can create more volume buy going over your lashes with the wand several times. For £6.29, 50p less than the infamous Maybeline Lash Sensational, please pick it up!

Kiko Lipstick
I feel as if everyone has the odd bit or bob from Kiko but it always just sits in the back of their make up draw. I really want to try out more of their products this year because i don't have many but out of the few things i have, this lipstick has really impressed me. Lately I've been obsessed with dusky pink shades and this one is just perfect. They don't tell you the shades on the back so i cam't tell you but this is so pigmented and definitely worth £6.90!  Go buy it.

Sleek Eyeshadow palette in 'Storm'
This is my baby. Ever since i bought this i have literally not stopped staring at it. For starters, the packaging is so sleek (hence the name of the make up brand) but also it is the most pigmented eyeshadow palette ever. If anyone has ever tried any of the MUA palettes you'll know they are extremely good for their price, but this is 10x as pigmented and i'm being serious. It may be £7.99 and you might've been hoping for something a bit cheaper but please buy this ASAP! Clara and I both have this palette and LOVE it.

Tanya Burr lipgloss in ' Berry Picking'
Most people have probably heard of Tanya Burr's make up range as she is a youtuber, she has nail polishes, eyeshadow palettes, brow kits and more but to me the lipglosses really stand out. Amongst some of the best in the drugstore Tanya's lipglosses are so smooth to apply and not sticky at all! As well as the quality of the products and the variety of shades, the packaging is so sleek. This shade is such a gorgeous Berry purple and is perfect for Autumn, or even a light coat of it in Spring/Summer. I really recommend these for £5.99!

Links:
http://www.superdrug.com/Make-Up/Lips/Lip-Gloss/Tanya-Burr-Berry-Picking-Lip-Gloss-7-5ml/p/490906

http://www.superdrug.com/Sleek/Sleek-Makeup-I-Divine-12-Piece-Shadow-Storm/p/472360

http://www.kikocosmetics.com/en-gb/make-up/lips/lipsticks/Luscious-Cream---Creamy-Lipstick/p-KMCREAMLIP10

http://www.boots.com/en/Collection-ConcealAndLightLikeAPro-Palette_1753225/

http://www.boots.com/en/SEVENTEEN-Dolld-Up-Mascara_1303111/

- Enjoy your LazyDay R xoxo

Top 5 Makeup Products

These are my current top 5 makeup products and I will link to them all at the end. As mentioned in the previous post I will say if another one of us have the same item.

Rimmel Match Perfection Concealer
I first bought this concealer as I had run out of my Rimmel Wake Me Up and I wasn't going to re-buy it as it ended up looking sparkly (which isn't really a look you want). At first I was questioning whether to get this one or the Collection Lasting Perfection, which was my first concealer, but after seeing that this one was a perfect shade I took a chance and bought it. One of my favourite things about it is that it is so easy to blend without looking greasy and lasts all day if you just weep some Rimmel Stay Matte powder over after you apply it. This product has lasted me for ages and I have only a week ago had to re-purchase as it has now become an essential. It is also a great under eye illuminator.

MUA Eyeshadow Palette

After Clara had been telling us that this palette was absolutely amazing and she didn't know how she had lived without out it it was a must have for both me and Riva! It is definitely a pigmented eyeshadow palette so you get your moneys worth and the range of 12 different shades you can create so many different looks. The palette we have is the 'Undress Me Too' which we have all fallen in love with. For a shocking price of only £4 you should grab it next time you are in Superdrug!

Maybelline Brow Drama Sculpting Mascara

So I first discovered this when i heard Zoe (Zoella) talk about it in one of her videos so I was a bit curious but didn't want to take the risk of spending £5 if it wasn't quite what I expected and I was never going to use again so when I found a brand new one abandoned in my sisters room I was delighted! It is exactly as she explained, when you want to fill in your brows but you don't want to fully. This takes seconds to apply but gives your brows a bit of colour and defines their shape. All three of us have this and love it to bits!

Tanya Burr lipgloss in 'let's travel the world'

I had been wanting one of Tanya's lipglosses ever since she relaunched her packaging and when they were on special offer at Superdrug it was a must! It was December when i bought it and i opted for a red shade however after the festive season there wasn't really an opportunity to wear it. Although now there is Valentines Day coming up, what better time to wear a red lip!

New Look lipstick in 'sweet rose'

This lipstick is a lovely pinky-nude shade and is so easy to apply. You can build up the colour as you please from a subtle nude to a more pinky tone. It is also matte and contains vitamin E! If you take 10 seconds out of your day to quickly reapply after a few hours it will look good as new! There isn't too much product inside however it doesn't take much to make your lips the colour you want. For just £4 overall i would highly recommend this lipstick! 

Rimmel Match Perfection concealer- http://www.boots.com/en/Rimmel-Match-Perfection-Illuminating-Concealer_1047681/
MUA eyeshadow palette -http://www.superdrug.com/MUA/MUA-Eyeshadow-Palette-Undress-Me-Too/p/63575
Maybelline Brow Drama -  http://www.boots.com/en/Maybelline-Brow-Drama-Sculpting-Mascara_1365297/
Tanya Burr lipgloss -  http://www.superdrug.com/Make-Up/Lips/Lip-Gloss/Tanya-Burr-Let's-Travel-The-World-Lip-Gloss-7-5ml/p/490913
New Look lipgloss - http://www.newlook.com/shop/womens/beauty/pure-colour-sweet-rose-matte-lipstick_325173375

Enjoy your Lazyday H xoxo

Top 5 Makeup Products

At the moment these are just a few of my favourite make up products. We all use a lot of the same products so we have tried to all do different ones but we will mention if anyone else has these products. All the products will be linked at the end.

Tanya Burr's Hollywood eye shadow palette
I would really recommend this product, I mean that's why its in my top 5. This palette is a set of 3 bronze coloured eye shadows and 1 nude highlight. You can create lots of different looks with this highly pigmented palette, the 2 most obvious looks are a day time one where gold coin is on the whole lid and bookworm in the crease. However there is also an evening look which is enchanted over the lid with cold coin in the inner 3rd to brighten and then once again bookworm in the crease also nude delight on the brow bone and inner corner on both looks. This palette is also a great for travel as is quite small and very wearable however it is a bit on the chunky side but with the amazing quality and pigment so it doesn't matter. This is such an affordable product as from a drugstore but you wouldn't think that as could be mistaken for a highend product.

Tanya Burr lip gloss
Tanya Burr has many different lip gloss shades in her makeup collection, there is pretty much one for every skin tone. One of my favourites is 'lunchdate' as this is the perfect nude gloss, as in the name would be perfect for a lunchdate. All her glosses are the perfect pigment and aren't sticky at all. you can find them in Superdrug or feelunique and are £5.99 which is such a good price for what you get. The packaging of this product is beautiful I mean they look so nice with a gold lid and a clear botttom, I would really recommend this product to anyone from just starting to wear makeup to someone who is very experienced.

Collection Lasting Perfection
This was my first concealer and still my only concealer, I have gone through so many of these in a good way as I have loved this product as soon as I found my shade! This concealer has amazing coverage and very easy to blend, its perfect for brighting those under eye circles after a late night. This concealer is very good for school as is completely matte and unnoticeable which makes it easy to secretly wear it if your not allowed to. The best thing is once again its drugstore and only £4.19! The only downside if that once you've used it loads the writing on the outside does start to wear away and it doesn't look so pleasing.

Rimmel Kate Moss lipsticks
For this one I don't see why people are going out to buy a Mac lipstick when Rimmel is such an affordable amazing brand! Their lipsticks are truly amazing especially the Kate Moss ones in the shade 38. This is the most amazing long lasting pink nude I have tried out so far, it is very creamy and doesn't dry out the lips however when I do my makeup I always put lip balm after moisturiser so that might make a difference. I really love how this lipstick glides across your lips and also the colour is amazing and is just the perfect pink nude for most skin types.

The Body Shop shimmer waves
This is an amazing blusher, I have it in number 2 which is the medium shade. This is a very shimmery/glittery blusher so not a discrete one for a bit of colour in school however it is good for a weekend makeup look. This product is very glowy and glides onto your face very well. I love how the product has been put into its container as each colour waves into the other so you can have a darker side a lighter side or you can swirl them all together like I do. I would really recommend this product to someone who is willing to spend £16 on it. (If you click on the link for this and it comes up with a bronze looking one its fine that is just the first shade)

http://www.superdrug.com/Make-Up/Lips/Lip-Gloss/Tanya-Burr-Lunch-Date-Lip-Gloss-7-5ml/p/490901
http://www.superdrug.com/Tanya-Burr/Tanya-Burr-Hollywood-Eye-Palette/p/559416 (unfortunately this is out of stock)
http://www.boots.com/en/Rimmel-Kate-Lasting-Finish-Lipstick_1230439/
http://www.boots.com/en/Collection-Lasting-Perfection-Concealer_1693350/
http://www.thebodyshop.co.uk/make-up/cheeks/shimmer-waves.aspx

Enjoy your lazy day C xoxo

Lemon Spiral Biscuits

You will need for 20 biscuits:
150g Icing Sugar
300g Butter
1 Lemon/Lemon flavouring
400g Plain Flour
2 Tablespoons of Milk
Pink/Your choice of food dye

Method

1. Mix the butter and icing sugar together until the mixture is smooth and creamy.

2. Grate the rind of a lemon using the small holes of the grater however I would recommend using lemon flavouring as the taste is stronger after the biscuits have been baked.

3. Then sift the flour, add the lemon rind and milk.

4. Put half the mixture into another bowl and add the dye until it is completely your chosen colour.

5. Make both the mixtures into rough balls of dough and wrap them in food wrap/cling-film to then put in the fridge for 30 mins or freezer for 10

6. Sprinkle flour and roll out the plain dough until it's about 25 x 15cm and 5mm thick.

7. Repeat this with the different coloured dough and then lightly brush some water on top of the plain dough. Now lift the different coloured dough on top.

8. Use a sharp knife to make the edges straight and roll it up along the long side.

9. Heat the oven to 180 degrees/gas mark 4. Wrap it up again and put it back in the freezer for another 10 mins.

10. Take the dough out and cut the biscuits into 5mm slices and place them on baking trays. Bake them until golden.

-Enjoy your LazyDay H xoxo

Gooey caramel centred chocolate cookies

SIDENOTE you will need a syringe to eject the caramel inside the cookies but if you dont have that you can use a medicine one!

You will need for 10 cookies:
200g butter
300g sugar
1 large egg
275g self-raising flour
A little dash of milk
Half a bar of chocolate (your choice)
Homemade or if your lazing shop brought caramel

Method

1. Preheat the oven to 180 degrees/ gas mark 4.

2. Then cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.

3. Crack the egg in to your bowl and whisk together .

4. Sieve the flour and coco powder little at a time mixing it in until it comes together into a ball of dough.

5. Combine the chocolate chunks into the cookie dough ball.

6. Divide your ball into 10 smaller balls and flatten them out on a baking tray you can fit about 4 on a tray.

7. For the gooey caramel centre inject the caramel into the centre of the cookie dough.

8. Bake your goodies for about 10 mins  but remember that they won't look done when you take them out of the oven if you want them to be gooey.

-Enjoy your LazyDay C xoxo

Delicious Caramel Inspired Cupcakes

SIDE NOTE: Lotus spread is basically a caramel biscuit spread and can be found in most supermarkets in England.

For 10 cupcakes you will need:
120g caster sugar
110g butter
110g self raising flour
2 eggs
1 tbsp milk (optional)
85g lotus spread

For the icing:
(Feel free to double this if you like the icing on the heavy side)
60g butter
80g lotus spread
30g icing sugar

Method;

1. Preheat the oven to 180 degrees/gas mark 4 and line a cupcake tray with 10 cases.

2. Cream together the butter, sugar and lotus spread until the mixture is a creamy light brown.

3. Crack the eggs in 1 by one and beat into the mixture, if it curdles add 1 tbsp of flour.

4. Sieve the flour in gradually.

5. Add the milk to the mixture if you think it looks dry if not feel free to leave it out.

6. Pop your caramel treats in the oven for about 18-20 mins or until they are golden brown.

7. Leave them to cool for around 10-15 mins (try to refrain yourself from gobbling them down straight away)

8. For the icing cream together the butter and lotus spread until it is lump-free.

9. Add the sugar and simply mix together for a creamy caramel heaven.

10. You can ice your cakes however you want, I went for the spread effect but you can do the classic piping if you want to. To add the finishing touch you can simply top off with sprinkles or crushed lotus biscuits!

- Enjoy you LazyDay R xoxo

Getting started

We know that this going to be a cringe first post but we need to introduce ourselves as there are 3 of us like the 3 three kings of orient times. We will be posting as much as we can about beauty, baking, DIYs etc. Our names are Clara, Hattie and Riva we will be posting later on this week. 

- Enjoy your LazyDay xoxo