Healthy Date Tips for the Health-Conscious

Are you the kind of health-buff who always see to it that everything you do should be at par to your dietary and health regiment? And is this healthy lifestyle the reason why you don't do out much on dates because dates are always full of food, booze and sitting around that is not really parts of your routine? Well, here are some fit date ideas that will not only have you keep your healthy living but also have you start an even healthier social life:

1. Rock Climbing
This activity may actually have been made for couples. First, it involves trust, which is pretty much the most important thing when it comes to relationship. Rock climbing will also allow you to get touchy with your date, especially if at least one of you is a first-timer in this activity.

2. Hiking
We've been insisting here at Dating 4-1-1 that dates should be done somewhere the both of you can talk and get to know each other. With hiking, you can do this at the same time burn some calories in the process. Match this with fresh air and stunning scenery, you get a very unique romantic date both of you definitely will remember for a long time.

3. Frisbee
The joys of a Frisbee date are threefold: First, anyone can do it. Second, it's free. Third, it will put her in a playful, frolicsome mood. Need I say more?

4. Yoga
Yoga may not be the most macho of activities a guy wants, but hey, it's something both of you can try for the first time and learn together. It's a sure fired way to have you guys earning good points as your lady dates will think of you as the sweet, sensitive guy they have been looking for. For the girls, you can show to the guys just how limber and flexible you are, showing to your date how sexy you can get. They will surely be drooling over you in no time. Win-win situation no matter which side you're playing for.

5. Kayaking
Could anything be more romantic than paddling through the open water next with your date? None! But just remember to pick a scenic locale that is not too rough for the both of you, especially if neither of you haven't tried this sport in the past. This activity will also have you seeing your date and their body clad only on their sexiest wetsuits.

6. Ice Skating
This activity is the stuff used on romantic movies. And there's a reason why. Helping your date to tie their laces starts off this date. Then imagine the both of you being in a chilly state and surely, one of you will be reaching out the other's hand for guidance and warmth.

7. Batting Cage
It doesn't matter if you're no Barry Bonds or Mark McGwire, going to the batting cage and teaching your lady friend the basics of America's favorite pasttime will surely have you earning much needed points. This date will surely be something new to most girls as baseball is not common sports for women.

8. Mountain Biking
Just like hiking, this activity will let you and your date talk and get to know each other. And for dates, that is exactly what you're looking for. Just don't get too serious with the biking part though and leave your date on the trail all alone.

9. Driving Range
Just like being in the batting cage. Only difference, a club as the bat and it's called golf.

10. Dancing
Really self-explanatory. You've seen it in movies and you know just how romantic times on the dance floor can be. So why not try it for yourself.

There you go. Be healthy at the same time, be hooked. Nothing like the joy of sports with someone to play them with. Now get on out of here and make those arrangements.

What NOT to do on the First Date

First impressions last - that's what most people say. Well, because it's true. That is why everyone who is on the dating game should know that the most important part the game is te first date and how you can use it to either make or break a relationship. Knowing what to do is one thing, but people should also know what NOT to do. And here are just some of them:

1. Trying too hard
It may be true that it's important to establish to the other person that you are a nice person, but it is also true that you should not overdo it. If you're a guy, being the knight in shining armor may be good, but it can also be too tacky. For the ladies, don't be too demure or sensitive. Just be your good self and let everything fall into their right place.

2. Choosing a bad venue
A couple of examples of bad dating venue are a fastfood joint, a Hooters bar and a very expensive resto. The first will tell your date you're cheap, the second that you're a pervert, and the last that you're an arrogant show-off. Just make it low profile, not too cheap and not too expensive. Or you can go on and be creative. A coffee house, the park, the beach - anywhere where the both of you can relax and have a good time talking and getting to know each other.

3. Being wishy-washy
If your date asks you where you wanna go, don't answer them with "doesn't matter." When it's time to order, don't be long and then just say that you're having what your date is having. This shows them that you are a spineless human being with no capability to decided for himself/herself. This is more awful if you're the guy. You don't want your date to think that you are the kind of guy who don't have plans and direction in life.

4. Watching too much TV
If by any chance you and your date end up in a place where there is a TV, say a restaurant or a bar with a tube behind the bar, you should never ever let them catch you watching it. Or better yet, don't even dare try to watch from it. And it doesn't matter if your favorite soap or gameshow is on. If your date is talking, you are suppose to listen and not wander on other things.

5. Being too honest
Honesty is the best policy, but not every time. And that includes the first date. This may not be the right time to tell your date that you have been arrested for drunk-driving or you have just gotten out of rehab. But that doesn't mean that you can lie. Just don't bring up your dark past when it's the first time you're going out with another person.

6. Constantly interrupting
The date is not only about you. Don't keep on jumping in when your date is trying to tell you a story about a trip they had or about their work. There is time for you to talk, and that is not when they are talking. That is just plain rude and is not only applicable on dates but in all kinds of social function. You should have known that by now.

7. Dressing inappropriately
Okay, you wanna impress your date. But please, don't do it with your body. If you happen to have a nice set of abs or breasts, don't flaunt too much of it and show them off with slutty clothes. Though this may work for some people, dressing up properly for the ocassion is still the prerequisite.

8. Going on taboo topics
You can talk about all sorts of things during your first date: yourself, background, work, past trips, etc. But just not the following: previous relationships, past heartbreaks, religion, politics and money. Also, avoid dropping names and bragging because these are topics more appropriate for locker room talks.

9. Flirting with the waiter/waitress
It doesn't matter if the person doing the waiting on your table is cute, hot and sexy. You are on a date and keep your focus on the person you're with. It's just rude to keep on checking out the waiter/waitress, or any other people around, when you are on a date.

10. Being drunk
It's okay to have fun on the first date. In fact, that is the main reason why you're there in the first place. Just don't have too much fun. It's okay to order a couple of alcoholic drinks, maybe a tequila shots for both of you. But it's important to know your limit because you don't wanna end up pissed drunk and you're date, the one person you are trying to impress, see you puking your guts out or passed out somewhere. That's just not cool.

So there you go. Just remember these simple scenearios and never ever let them happen on your first date. And we gurantee you will have an awesome dating life ahead of you.

Tips on How to Turn Digits Into Dates

I bet all of us have been in this situation at least one time in our lives. You were able to get the number of that hot babe or cute hunk over the bar. It was the best moment of your life which boosted your self-worth a couple of steps up. However when you called, things got "weird" and you end up being a babbling buffoon and ended up not seeing them again. Well, we here at Dating 4-1-1 decided to help you out in this department with these helpful tips that will have you turning those digits you scored one night into romantic dates the next. Use these tips to help you in doing it the right way.

1. Conquer your fear
The first problem one can encounter in trying to score a date after getting a telephone number is oneself. This is especially true with guys who always want to be cool about it so they postpone calling the girl a couple of days after they got their number. This then turn into weeks, then months until they finally lose the chance of seeing the hot lady again. All you have to do is just swallow your pride and fear and dial that phone and make that call.

2. Keep it short
If you does manage to get the balls to call them, be sure to be brief and precise. It's a common misconception that people wants to talk long on the phone when it's the first time you do talk. Just set up the date and leave all the talking on that said date. This is because if you talk long, this will just make you a pathetic loser in the eyes of your prospect because you don't have anything more important to do but talk on the phone.

3. End it first
Now this is one secret only a chosen gifted few knows. When having a conversation over the phone, the one who ends the call first wins the interaction. So if you are the one who cuts the conversation short, this gives you power. And if you're a guy, this will show girl that you are a man of confidence and dignity. And what else are women looking for in a guy but those two things.

4. Limit the time frame
When you agree on a date, be SPECIFIC about what you are going to do and how long you'll be together. You can say something like, “Let's meet at Tom's on Thursday at 8:00 p.m. for 20 minutes or so and have a quick drink." This way you won't scare off your date. When you set up a short time frame for the meeting, you avoid expectations. You won’t be forced to spend time with someone you aren’t into.

5. Dealing with voicemail
If you're afraid of leaving a message on their machine, you may have just lost another date because most people have it and use it to screen their calls, especially if they are so used to giving their numbers to strangers like you. That is why it is important for you to learn how to leave a voicemail for them. Keep the message short and sweet. Remind them who you are but don't give too much details. Just tell them where and when you met and a little background about you. Simple and to the point is always the best. If they don't call you back, just give it some time and try again. If you don't get a call after that, just move on. Don't act like a stalker. And if they do call back, good for you. This is when you use the other tips.

6. Be spontaneous and be yourself
This is probably the most overused cliche for dating but it is still the best tip you can get. Pretending to be another person is not cool when it comes to dating, whichever medium you're trying it on.

If the phone continues to be an obstacle for you, it’s probably because you aren’t creating enough attraction when you first meet. Luckily, this is a fairly easy fix as well, by just trying these tips to become the Casanova that you ally are.