Benefits and negatives of tanning
So, Saturday I leave for my beach vacation. YES! Last year, I actually burned! I was so surprised. Normally I tan (or burn at first and then it goes to tan the next day). I was trying to figure out why. I think its because last year I didnt use the tanning lotion. We all know, as bodybuiders, how much a tan can bring out the muscle. Since ive been leaning, I am more cut. It would pop out so much more! I try to limit the amount of sun I get. I love the beach, amusement parks, etc but I think we need to be careful how much sun we are getting. I think my mother looks great for her age and I think one HUGE reason is because she stayed out of the sun most of her life.
I am sitting here and can hear the news from the other room. An analysis of a number of studies have found that the risk of skin cancer jumps by 75% when people start using tanning beds before the age of 30!!!!!!! That it can be as deadly as arsenic! Wow. That is crazy (and depressing!).
Im so bummed. I bought these really sexy dressy tops for dinners and such over there. I dont think they are gonna arrive before we leave 
. Im crossing my fingers though. May try to post some pics while im there.
July 29, 2009 at 11:29 am
hey,its allover the news here today about tanning beds. scientists are saying its as dangerous as smoking! if you smoke and like the sun,looks like trouble ahead!!
July 29, 2009 at 12:20 pm
I’ve been avoiding the sun for a few years, after having several pre-cancerous moles removed. Through trial and error, I’ve discovered that Jergens makes a lotion called "Natural Glow" that makes for a very realistic fake tan. I’m pretty pale, but even when I use their darkest shade, nobody has yet noticed that it’s fake.
They make a version that reaches it’s maximum darkness in 3 days too, so you could hook that up, and have a good base going for your beach trip.
July 31, 2009 at 5:19 am
In general, staying out of the sun unless necessary is my thing…. However, if I’m going to Las Vegas or some other sunny destination during the summer months, I have a 2-week stint at the tanning place before I go. While I know what I’m doing to myself, I’d rather enjoy my vacation then stay inside burned and miserable. Common sense is best. Enjoy your vacation!