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How to Pack for a Float Forward Weekend
Good vibes smart gear and a luxury floating beach bag that does it all
Whether you are road tripping to Palm Springs relaxing at a beach house in Tulum or meeting friends at the lake a float first weekend is all about balance. You want your essentials tight your style light and your float game strong.
From the pool to the ocean your inflatable beach bag should be the MVP. Here is everything you need to pack like a pro without overthinking a thing.
Float First Essentials
The non negotiables. If you forget these just turn around.
Floating beach bag
Your convertible beach bag is the hero of the weekend. It packs flat fits all your gear and inflates into a floating lounger when the water calls.
Swimwear x3
Options matter. Bring enough suits to rotate between swims because no one wants to hang out in a soggy suit.
Sun protection
Think wide brimmed hat SPF shirt bold sunglasses and your beach bag with sunshade to keep you covered mid float.
Waterproof pouch or dry bag
Your tech does not need to swim. Keep your phone keys speaker and earbuds safe and dry.
Throw on layers
A breezy button down oversized tee or light kaftan that doubles as a cover up and a style statement.
The Off Duty Float Wardrobe
Your float wardrobe does not need to be big just smart.
One day to night outfit
Think flowy maxi dress linen sets jumpsuit or tailored shorts with a short sleeve shirt. You want to move seamlessly from poolside to dinner.
Slides or pool sandals
Comfort is key. Choose something water friendly that is easy on and off.
Self Care Float Edition
Pack light but pack right.
- SPF 50 in your favorite format
- SPF lip balm
- Cooling mist or aloe spray
- Waterproof grooming basics
- Hair tie clip or beach friendly brush
Bonus tip Keep your skincare go to’s in the beach float with storage for easy access.
Float Snack Kit
Fuel your float without crumbs or mess.
- Frozen grapes or citrus
- Sealed chips and dip
- Hydration packets or coconut water
- Sparkling water or spritz in a can
- Reusable tumbler with lid and straw
Elevate your snack game and match your stylish Miami beach bag while you are at it.
Float Content and Vibe Setup
Because memories matter.
- Waterproof mini speaker
- Disposable camera or instant print shots
- Gloss SPF stick and keys in the multi-purpose beach bag’s inner pouch
Playlist ready towel out camera on. Float time begins now.
Float Friendly Destinations
Weekend ideas for you and your inflatable bag for the ocean
Palm Springs Private pool energy and vintage glam
Tulum Jungle breeze shade palms cenote dips
Lake Como or nearby lake Dockside dreams and floating luxury
Rooftop pool in any city Add a view and you are golden
Your Float Forward Weekend Checklist
- Floating beach bag
- Two or three swimsuits
- Sun hat or cap
- SPF 50 and SPF lip balm
- Oversized towel
- Pool shoes or slides
- One quick dry outfit
- Sunglasses
- Hydration and snacks
- Waterproof speaker
- Skincare and haircare basics
- One outfit that makes you feel like the main character
Float ready Weekend ready
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Struggling to lose weight? Check out some great health advice from these celebs
You don’t necessarily need to visit a nutritionist or doctor for any health concerns unless of course, they are more severe and chronic. If you’re just researching ways to lose weight, improve your workout or enhance your diet, then check out some of these nifty tips from the world’s most healthy celebrities.
Jennifer Lopez avoids caffeine
Jennifer Lopez received rave reviews in 2019 for her role as a stripper in the film “Hustlers”. When asked about how she keeps her body in shape, she recommended avoiding caffeine as much as possible. This includes no alcoholic beverages or coffee. On top of this, she doesn’t smoke.
Jennifer Aniston eats her comfort foods with a healthy twist
Jennifer Aniston does a lot of yoga and exercises often. However, she can’t part ways with some of her favourite foods and dishes (many of which aren’t healthy). She likes to swap out pasta sheets for roasted vegetables and uses turkey bacon when cooking her homemade carbonara (turkey bacon has fewer calories than regular bacon).
Halle Berry has four small daily meals
Halle Berry was diagnosed with diabetes at just 19 years of age. While managing her condition, Berry claims she has four “small” meals every day. She includes a lot of vegetables in each meal and drinks plenty of water. She also likes to avoid processed sugars and manufactured foods, like bread.
Nicole Kidman uses the 80:20 rule
One of Australia’s most acclaimed actresses, Kidman is well-known for sticking with the 80:20 rule when dieting. What does this mean? Well, 80% of your diet should be considered “healthy”, as in sticking to recommended fruit, vegetable and protein intake. The other 20% of your diet can be regarded as luxuries or foods you would only eat in moderation.
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Bryn Carden Explains Why You Should Never Sacrifice Sleep
The world is full of sleep-deprived individuals trying to survive and manage life. Scientists suggest that humans need to get at least eight to ten hours of sleep a night, which by that time request, sleep is viewed as a luxury for most. However, the reality of a sleepless society results in declining personal health and wellness.
Bryn Carden, a student, studying Finance with a Real Estate Concentration at Texas Christian University while pursuing an entrepreneurial career, considers self-health a passion and says that sleep is something that people with busy schedules do not have to sacrifice. Sleep is an essential cornerstone to good health, and being adequately rested possesses more benefits for overall well being than skipping a solid night’s rest.
What Happens to Health When Sacrificing Sleep?
The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention states that a third of the human population is sleeping for less than seven hours a night. Besides the common grumpiness and grogginess that comes with lack of sleep, more severe health risks can come with not getting enough shut-eye.
Not getting enough sleep can cause the body to have poor functioning, cognitive and reflex responses. During a clinical trial sleep study, researchers found that individuals getting no more than six hours per night for two weeks had declined in cognitive functions and reflexes just as drastically as people who had received little to no sleep for two consecutive nights.
Lack of quality sleep can also lead to health issues such as weight gain or even a shorter lifespan. When not getting the proper amount of sleep, the body can increase unhealthy cravings or hunger, leading to weight gain and even obesity. When a person reaches their necessary REM (rapid eye movement) cycles, their body can sufficiently serve the peptides and healthily regulate appetite.
The founder of Fatigue Science states that sleep is as essential to the body as food and water. In other words, people should stop sacrificing sleep and aim to productively rest by following these tips to better sleep.
How to Sleep Well
Entrepreneurs, college students, and anyone with a busy schedule are familiar with the importance of time efficiency. Approaching sleep with a time-efficient mindset will set anybody up for better sleep success and health results.
Try sleeping in colder temperatures between sixty and sixty-seven degrees for those who toss and turn in their sleep. Finding warmth under covers and amidst pillows will help settle the body for a good night’s rest.
During the day, avoiding caffeine after noon while fitting in thirty minutes to one hour of sweaty exercise will greatly assist in reaching those REM stages when it is time to sleep. And with the mention of time, scheduling a bedtime that stays the same regardless of the week’s day will establish a regular sleep-wake cycle, leading to fewer all-nighters and more effortless and healthy sleep.
On stressful days, even after establishing a sleep-wake cycle, adding time for a bedtime yoga routine or meditation will relieve tension that negatively affects sleep time.
About Bryn Carden
Bryn Carden is a versatile young entrepreneur with a deep sense of compassion and the desire to help make the world a better place. In 2017, she founded Styles for Smiles – a company selling bracelets to support the Smile Train Organization. The proceeds from selling Bryn’s designs have already helped fund cleft palate repairs for 16 children in developing countries.
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Nancy Mello is a psychic/clairvoyant who wants to understand the science behind her abilities
Nancy Mello is a psychic, animal intuitive, and clairvoyant based in Connecticut who believes that both science and spiritualism should coexist. Through her work, Nancy has seen the incredible benefits that being able to connect with “the other side” brings to her clients.
The fact that there is no current scientific explanation for Nancy’s abilities leads many to dismiss her as a liar, something which is very hurtful for the mother of 2. Nancy is always worried that her children will be teased/bullied because of what their mother does for a living.
The truth is Nancy knows her abilities are real and has been able to produce amazing results for the people she’s worked with. While this evidence is all anecdotal, Nancy believes it’s a great starting point for more research to be done to understand her abilities.
Nancy’s end goal is to help fund research into her abilities so that people (herself included) can get a better understanding. She has even flagged she would be willing to undergo CAT scans of her brain to figure out what synapses are firing differently for her than other people.
All of this is reflective of Nancy’s sincerity in what she does. She never seeks to scam or rip people off – she seeks to use her abilities in an honest way to give her clients the answers they are looking for.
Whether she is helping a daughter connect with her deceased father, or helping a family find a lost pet, Nancy gives 110% of herself to the task. Nancy admits that it can sometimes be exhausting doing what she does, but she cleverly spaces out her readings so that she never gets overwhelmed.
Hopefully, one-day science will be able to advance enough that we have full-understanding of the abilities of Nancy and others like her.
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