Sun Safety for Cyclists

Everyone knows that when in the great outdoors, sun safety is a must! Constant exposure to the sun dramatically accelerates the appearance of ageing in the skin. The signs of skin ageing include wrinkles, rough texture, uneven skin tone, dull looking skin, visible pores, blotches and age spots and dry skin. The skin is the biggest organ in the body, protecting us from micro-organisms, dehydration, maintaining body temperature via the circulation in the skin and excretes waste via sweat produced by the sweat glands. So when you get outside and on your bike, try these simple, yet effective ideas to look after this amazing body organ.

Sunglasses

The eyes may not be skin, but they still get a good thrashing from the sun’s rays! Sun glasses can be cheap or expensive, obviously the higher the quality, the higher the price. A quality pair of glasses can eliminate Ultraviolet Light (UV) that would normally damage the cornea and retina. Protection from intense light will eliminate squinting and prevent damage to the retina, with a good pair of sunglasses blocking 97% of light from entering the eyes. Polarization exists to eliminate glare that can hide objects, thus improving safety whilst on your bike. The colour of your lenses will affect the clarity of your vision as well contrast, making a higher quality pair of sunnies a safer option for you as well as others.

Arm Warmers

The top side of the arms are highly exposed to the sun when riding day in and day out and deserve good protection from the suns harsh rays. Covering up with UV protective clothing is always the best way to go if possible. Arm warmers are a great addition to your cycling jersey to keep the UV rays off your skin!

Visors

Keep the sun off your face with a visor for your helmet! One of the hardest hit areas of the face are the forehead and nose. The more exposure the skin has to the sun, the more it thickens and hardens as a result, leaving you with leathery and wrinkly skin as you get older. As well as sun protection, a visor will also help to keep the sun out of your eyes for better visibility. Visors can come as removable additions to your helmet, this way they can be added on or taken off according to the requirements of the time of day you ride.

Leg Warmers

Leg warmers are great for keeping the sun off the legs when the weather is still cool, but not cool enough for full length knicks. When on a bike, the tops of the thighs and knees are in the direct path of the sun’s rays, so it is important that they be protected from sunburn and, sunspots and ageing. As well as protection from the sun, they also have reflective logos for better visibility, assisting motorist to spot you when riding during times of the day when light is low.

Sunscreen

When all else fails, slop on some sunscreen! Sun screen will give full protection for the face all year round, as well as being great for the neck, hands, arms and legs in the summer months, when it is simply too hot to be wearing loads of sun protection gear! Sunscreen can be carried with you and reapplied when needed, it is inexpensive, it slows ageing, prevents skin cancer. The titanium oxide component in sunscreen leads to increased skin health by protecting skin proteins such as elastin, keratin and collagen from the damaging sun.



It is easy to think that sun protection is only achieved in sunscreen, but it can come in many other different ways that will protect your skin. Avoid the harsh effects of the sun that cause wrinkles, sunspots (which are a result of a particular area of skin being unable to produce melanin to absorb UV rays) and painful sunburn. Practicing good sun safety is also important for setting a good example for your family and community whenever you are out on the road or enjoying a day out on your bikes as a family. But don't be too afraid of the sun, as daily sun exposure is important for your body to be able to produce vitamin D, which functions in the absorption of calcium and phosphate for strong bones and teeth (as well as other functions). A healthy and happy skin is a great way to stay looking and feeling good. So get out there on your bikes and live the healthy outdoor lifestyle, always remembering to look after your eyes and skin and find a way to protect yourself sensibly from those UV rays.



Author Bio

Steve is a cycling enthusiast from Brisbane, Australia. He likes to get out on his Apollo mountain bike at every opportunity and says that sun safety for cyclists should be considered just as important as wearing a helmet.

'Tiktik' producers, cast host thanksgiving party

The cast and producers of the movie "Tiktik: The Aswang Chronicles" hosted a thanksgiving party today at the GMA Network Center to celebrate the box office success of the movie starring Dingdong Dantes and Lovi Poe.

Among those in attendance were lead star and co-producer Dingdong Dantes, Lovi Poe, LJ Reyes, producers Dondon Monteverde, Anna Teresa Gozon-Abrogar, Joey Abacan and some members of the entertainment press.

The party, which was held at the GMA Executive Lounge, began with a Thanksgiving Mass officiated by Rev. Fr. Erick Santos.
In an interview, Dingdong expressed his elation over the success of his film, which took more than a year to produce and apparently costs P80 million.
"I am happy that [ticket sales] is getting better and better. Lalo pang tumataas [ang revenues] at 'yun ay isang magandang trend. May mga nagsasabi sa akin na mahaba daw ang pila [sa mga sinehan] kaya nakakataba talaga ng puso. Kaya we're having this Thanksgiving Mass, kasi inaalay namin itong lahat sa ating Creator. Kung wala Siya, hindi naman natin magagawa ito. We ask Him for strength para sa susunod na endeavor ay, hopefully, makakayanan nating magkaroon pa ng kasunod ang pelikulang ito," he said.
In anticipation of Halloween, Dingdong and some members of the cast are planning to do a tour of movie theaters showing "Tiktik," select malls and subdivisions for a "Tiktik: Trick or Treat," in which the cast will be dressed in their "aswang" costumes.
"Alam namin na karamihan sa mga manonood ng 'Tiktik' ay mga bata so iikutin namin yung ilang mga lugar kung saan may trick-or-treat para makita ng mga bata ang iba't ibang aswang characters sa 'Tiktik.'
Dingdong's leading lady in the film, Lovi Poe, came to the Thanksgiving Party sporting a new look and hairdo, which she said was necessary for her role in an upcoming movie. Asked about how she feels about the success of "Tiktik," she said she is very happy to have been part of the film. "I think everyone who worked hard for the film deserves all this," she said.
"Tiktik: The Aswang Chronicles" is produced by Reality Entertainment, AgostoDos Pictures, Post Manila, Mothership and GMA Films. It is directed by Erik Matti and is rated PG by the Movie and Television Review and Classification Board (MTRCB). The movie is still showing in theaters nationwide.

ETC airs local shows every Sunday

Get up to date on what’s current, what’s in and what’s NOW! ETC’s newest locally produced show, ETC HQ offers viewers the latest trends on all things that interest the stylish youth. Aired every Sunday at 8:45PM on ETC, the 15-minute weekly capsule offers TRENDCASTS on the hottest happenings in the world of movies, music, TV and style.

Trendcasts are short up-to-the-minute updates focusing on youth trends and hip, lifestyle news. Offering bite-size segments that are easy for the ETC viewer to take in, ETC HQ the pulse on all things NOW.

ETC HQ is hosted by Mike Concepcion, Julia Sniegowski and Patti Grandidge -- a stylish trio that embraces the youth lifestyle and is exposed to the world of pop culture.

Mike is a young entrepreneur slash model slash design enthusiast. He is a role model for young Filipinos who are looking to go for their dreams at a young age. Finding time to balance work, life and pursuing his many passions, Mike will keep all of us abreast on what’s current in the metro.

Julia is a young well-travelled woman whose passions include fashion, culture and living a healthy lifestyle. This vivacious vegan loves shopping and keeping in touch with the latest trends. Armed with her bubbly personality she will surely be someone you would want as your newest girl friend!

Patti is no stranger to ETC viewers. As the host of ETC’s other capsule show Etcetera, she has established herself as one of TV’s freshest faces and a fashion icon for many young viewers. She currently juggles her schedule between her successful cupcake business, modeling stints and TV hosting.

2NE1's Sandara Park going to appear in Big Bang concert?

Photo credit: Dara's official Twitter account

After the news broke out about 2NE1's Dara also known as Sandara Park is here in Manila. There are some speculation that she will be the guest performer for Big Bang's concert tomorrow night at SM Mall of Asia Arena.

Let's wait and see if she will be in that concert. 

A new hero rises on Jack TV

Jack TV gives rise to a new breed of hero as it presents its newest show to date, “Arrow.” Aired every Sunday at 8PM, Arrow is inspired by the DC comic book character Green Arrow, it tells a story of a modern-day hero who fights not with superpowers but with his own lethal set of skills.



After five years of being presumed dead, billionaire playboy Oliver Queen (Stephen Amell) is discovered on a remote island in the Pacific. When he comes home to Starling City, his devoted mother Moira (Susanna Thompson), and much-beloved sister Thea (Willa Holland) welcome him home, but the two can sense Oliver’s not the same man he used to be.



Oliver’s unimaginable ordeals on the island have done something irreversible to him, he has forged himself into a weapon – for reasons he intends to keep from everyone. While Oliver tries to hide the truth about the man he has become, he struggles to reconnect to those closest to him, especially with his former girlfriend, Laurel Lance (Kate Cassidy). As Oliver swears to protect the innocent and uphold justice in Starling City, he realizes that he is treading down a very dangerous path. To protect his new identity, Oliver has decided to live double lives. By day, Oliver plays his former self– a wealthy, carefree and careless philanderer – and by night, a vigilante known as Arrow who is on a mission to right the wrongs of his family, fight the ills of society, and restore Starling City to its former glory.



Watch as this action-packed drama series reveals Starling City’s secrets and intrigues as the story is told from three perspectives: the Queen family, Oliver's harrowing ordeal on the island and the Arrow's adventures in Starling City.