Believe it or not, the way you exercise can have a real impact on the environment. And with Earth Day upon us, nows a perfect time to green your fitness routine by swapping in a few sustainable products for your old standbys. Update outdated gear and create less of a carbon footprint on the planet, all while getting into great shape for the impending swimsuit season.
Keep Mother Earth in mind, and check out a few of my favorite eco-conscious fitness finds below.
Put your best face forward: emerginC launched the best-selling, cult-classic Vitamin C Serum back in 1996, and has since created an all-natural collection called Scientific Organics, which is paraben-free, petro chemical-free and synthetic fragrance-free. Each product is fortified with antioxidant-rich plant and marine extracts, containing a minimum of 70 percent organic ingredients. Best of all, with every Scientific Organics retail-sized item sold, emerginC will plant a tree through PlantIt2020. (Note: Mark your calendars in honor of Earth Day, all Scientific Organics products will be 20 percent off April 21 and 22).
Keep sweat at bay the natural way: The new Toms of Maine Naturally Dry antiperspirant/deodorant is free of artificial fragrances and preservatives, utilizing a wetness protection ingredient made from recycled aluminum. The 24-hour odor protection formula promises all-day freshness, thanks to a powerful anti-microbial olive leaf extract.
Buy a mat, plant a tree: Developed by accident in an attempt to construct a grippier yoga mat, Jade Yoga created the worlds first green yoga mats. A fat burning overview can help you produce a clear describe of what you need to focus on to achieve your fat reduction goal if you're a novice; or serve as a reminder for those who are at an intermediate or more boost level of their losing weight program. Applying are seven steps that can serve as tips for your special weight loss program. The first thing that one must understand is that losing weight and losing fat is not a similar thing. Many weight loss programs have fooled people into thinking that it is the same, but most diets and weight loss plans only work by leading to a person's body to reduce more muscle flesh and water than actual body fat, more help please visit The Fat Loss Factor. Made of natural rubber, a renewable resource tapped directly from trees, the mats offer superior cushioning, resilience and comfort. And since Jade mats are sourced from trees, the company decided to give back in kind through a partnership with Trees for the Future, where theyve planted a tree for every mat sold since 2006.
Reduce your carbon footprint in the sand: More than 14 billion pounds of waste makes its way into our waterways each year. Eco Swim by Aqua Green has committed to keeping shorelines clean and raising awareness of environmental issues by recovering items that would otherwise end up on beaches and turning them into stylish swimwear. Fashionable bathing suits are made of recycled polyester, nylon and cotton from items such as plastic bottles, fishing nets and other items that tend to wash out to sea.
Dress consciously, from head to toe: Made from natural bamboo spandex jersey, the cheerfully-hued Alo Side Inset Tank is a breathable, antibacterial top that easily transitions from gym to street. Top it off with the Under Armour Catalyst Hoody, made with 100 percent recycled polyester, for an ultrathin layer that helps protect against the suns rays, plus sweat and odor buildup.
For bottoms, enjoy all the performance benefits of compression pants (minus the ugly muffin top) with Nikes Legend Tight Fit Capris, which are made mostly from recycled polyester and contain the equivalent of 10 plastic water bottles. And you can still support the Earth, even on your recovery days, by throwing on a pair of Gaiam's Organic Bootcut Pants, which are made of organic cotton with flattering lines and a lengthening silhouette, plus added tummy and backside support.
Get your environmentally-friendly kicks: Finally, cocoon your feet in the cozy new Cushe MJ Shucoon Trail Shoes, the first of the lines new Contains Low Impact Materials And Thinking Environmentally (C.L.I.M.A.T.E) Project, which helps leave a lighter footprint on the Earth. Made of a combination of 100 percent organic cotton, 70 percent recycled Lycra and 60 percent recycled jersey, the shoes are equal parts quirky and comfortable, while being entirely eco-minded.
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