Wearing flatsORheels 24/7?
Sport a heelbut make it a low heel.
Aim for a 1- to 2-inch heel (the chunkier the better) for greater weight distribution.
Confessing a work mistakeORstaying quiet?
“Your boss likely wants to be in the loop,” says career expert Alexandra Levit.
Assure her it won’t happen againthen stick to it!
Sticking your finger in the PB jarORdouble-dipping?
Go with the spoonor, better, dip in an apple wedge.
Working out to songs on repeatORrandom new stuff?
Hit repeat (within reason).
Just ensure not to totally wear out your playlist: Too much repetition lessens effectiveness, he says.
Grabbing a bagelORa muffin for breakfast?
A large bagel has about 360 calories, whereas a big blueberry muffin hits 525.
Eating in front of the TVORat your box?
A computer or smartphone isn’t much better, because it distracts you from registering fullness.
Albers recommends swiveling your chair around to face away from the screen when chowing down.
Sneakers that are slightly smallORa bit too big?
Go up in size.
Doing so can benefit your stride, too.
No regular bedtimeORno wake-up time?
“When you open your eyes in the morning, the light resets the biological clock in your brain.
Regulating your circadian rhythm is important for the all-around functioning of your body, he adds.
A slice of wedding cakeORan extra cocktail?
You’ll also be less likely to crave another Pinot.
(A 4-ounce pour is only about 90 calories.)
A lame excuse to leave a partyORthe silent slink-out?
So get in front of her and make it short and sweet.
Offer a gracious “Thanks for inviting me; this was a lot of fun!
You’re doing nothing wrong by leaving (everyone has to at some point!
), so don’t put ideas into her head.
Body sunscreen on your faceORfoundation with SPF?
Don’t rely on foundation.
It’s great for blemish coverage, but it’s no match for a long day under the rays.
Worried about breaking out from heavy body sunscreen?
