23 Ways to Look Great this Summer!

Summer is just around the corner and that means swimsuits, shorts, tanks, and dresses! It's harder to rock these skimpier styles if you're not comfortable in your own skin. Here's 23 ways to look your best this summer encompassing the 3 key elements of fitness, beauty, and nutrition. 

Fitness

1. Run Outdoors. Pretty self explanatory, enjoy that beautiful fresh air and go for a long run outside. Just be sure not to run during the hottest parts of the day (12p.m.-4p.m.) to avoid heat exhaustion and dehydration.

2. Find a Playground. Shocking I know, but playgrounds aren't just for kids. Head to your local park and you'll find a goldmine of equipment like monkey bars, steps, parallel bars, ladders, etc. you'll be surprised all the different muscles you can work on these!

3. Go for a Swim. Whether its a pool or a pond, swimming laps is very therapeutic, great for your joints, and is one of the best cardio workouts you can do.

4. Morning Yoga. Take your mat outdoors, soak up the sunshine and singing birds. The natural atmosphere outside will help you relax and take on the day. 

5. Run on the Beach. If you live by the ocean or just a lake, there's gonna be sand somewhere. Head there for a run, you'll be surprised at how exhausting it is and what a great workout it can be. 

6. Go for a Bike Ride. Bikes are fun AND a great cardio workout. Plus you'll love your toned legs.

Beauty

7.  Tinted Moisturizer. In the summer, less is more and the natural look is all the rage. Opt for showing off that sun-kissed skin with a tinted moisturizer rather than applying a thick layer of foundation. 

8. Sunscreen. You want healthy skin, not damaged skin so invest in a good bottle of sunscreen and apply it regularly. 

9. Sunhats. Need I say more? They are adorable and protect your face from harmful UV rays.

10. Play up your Lips. Summer is the season of bright colors so have fun playing up your lips with bright lip balms and lipsticks. 

11. Waterproof Mascara. You never know when a spontaneous water fight will break out on those hot summer days so be prepared and wear waterproof mascara. That way you'll avoid the inevitable raccoon eyes to sure to follow. 

12. Sea Salt Spray. For those easy, care-free beach waves, try applying a sea salt spray to your damp hair. It helps to texturize your hair and leave you with effortless waves. 

13. Sandals not Flip-Flops. This simple adjustment to your wardrobe will take any outfit up a notch. A cute pair of sandals instantly makes you look more put together. 

14. Shimmer Body Moisturizers. Another way to play-up your sun-kissed skin is to keep it moisturized. Try a body lotion with shimmer to really let your skin glow. 

15. Deep Conditioner. This is a great hair care product to invest in for the summer. Chlorine and dirty lake water can do a lot of do a lot of damage to your hair so nourish it with a deep conditioner. 

16. Beach Pedicures. Go for a barefoot walk in the sand. It's like your own personal pedicure. It exfoliates and massages your tender tootsies.  

17. Sundresses. I love sundresses. There are many benefits to a sundress -- they are much cooler than shorts or pants due to the "air flow" (there's really no other word to use here) you feel when wearing one, they are super quick to throw on because it's one article of clothing, you look fabulous in them!

Nutrition

18. Smoothies. Fresh fruit and veggies are in season and what better way to consume them than in a refreshingly cold smoothie.

19. Fruit Salad. Can you say yum?! Grab a bunch of your favorite fruits. Chop them up. Throw them into a bowl together. That's it!

20. Grilling. Grills are wonderful. They give food a great flavor and it's such a fun way to cook and enjoy the outdoors. Try grilling leaner proteins like fish or chicken. Then throw some veggie kabobs on and tadaa you've got a great meal!

21. Frozen Yogurt. Summer is the season of frozen treats. Opt for a healthier version by picking frozen yogurt instead and adding some delicious fresh fruit to it. 

22. Hydrate. Drink water like it's your job. The sun and heat are very draining on your body and you need to replenish your water supply constantly. Try fruit or cucumber infused water to make drinking it more fun. 

23. Smile. This wonderful season is short and it would be a shame to waste a day frowning so wear that beautiful smile everywhere you go this season and you will truly look your best!