Look better in your birthday suit

You can shop for days searching for that perfect outfit with the finest fabric to graze your skin, however one suit you want to make sure you're happy with, is the most important suit of all - your birthday suit!

Being comfortable with yourself naked is just as important as when you are wearing clothes. A lot of us don't take the time to appreciate how amazing we actually look o'natural. Sometimes we spend more effort to fake a look then to try and achieve it the good ol' fashion way.

It's the time of year when we shed our shirts and insecurities and bask in the sunshine.

Everyone is busy, especially at this time of year with exams and papers, but that's no excuse to cut exercise out of your day. Staying physical lowers your blood pressure, relieves stress, tension and actually provides more energy to your day.

Whatever it is you can do to keep you moving, do it! Going to the mall and adding a few extra laps to your trip, enjoy a beautiful day by jogging or biking with a friend, or indulging in a romantic eve with that special someone; whatever it takes to keep that heart rate up.

Not only will you look and feel better, it will help you in the future if you stay active. Shedding a few pounds is one thing, but having the confidence to shed your clothing and indulge in a summer skinny dip is another. It will fuel you with endorphins, energy and confidence to succeed in any situation.

Some say, ‘a smile is the prettiest thing you can wear'; so, if that's all you've got on, wear it well and be comfortable in the skin you're in.

Practicing yoga is a great way to clear your mind, tone your body and heal your soul. Yoga uses slow movements and incredible strength to gradually build your core and the rest of your body. Combined with cardio, yoga is a great way to find time for you, and get the results of a great workout.

To research exercises that suit your body type and life style check out Chapters for the latest trends the fitness world has to offer. Detailed literature as well as helpful images can be found in men and woman's health magazines, which offer a variety of exercises for the whole body to benefit from. The Internet is also a great resource to check out, as the information is endless and answers questions you may have about a particular move or body part.

The ultimate goal here is not to run 50 kms a day, or loose 30 pounds, it's to feel comfortable in your own skin at all times. Staying active produces those endorphins that keep you feeling firm and healthy, therefore your physical and mental state are strong, positive and liberated.

Go ahead get naked!