August 27, 2019 at 11:21PM by CWC You know that friend who always gives the best fashion advice? Spoiler alert: it’s not me. However, when it comes to workouts—especially group fitness classes in New York City—I’m often fielding questions from my inner circle. “What’s a good exercise to get a bigger
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3 quick strategies that’ll make you more optimistic—and help you live longer, too
August 27, 2019 at 11:17PM by CWC Looking at the glass half full is like sipping the Elixer of Immortality, according to exhaustive research conducted by Boston University School of Medicine over 30 years. I mean you won’t get a full Tuck Everlasting thing going on, but according to the
8 under-$30 bathing suits you can order now on Amazon and get in time for Labor Day
August 27, 2019 at 11:12PM by CWC Current mood: mourning the end of #HotGirlSummer. It seems like just yesterday we were all anxiously awaiting the first single from Taylor Swift’s new album, and spiked seltzer hadn’t yet overtaken rosé as the official drink of summer. Now, Labor Day Weekend is
8 under-$30 bathing suits you can order now on Amazon and get in time for Labor Day
August 27, 2019 at 11:12PM by CWC Current mood: mourning the end of #HotGirlSummer. It seems like just yesterday we were all anxiously awaiting the first single from Taylor Swift’s new album, and spiked seltzer hadn’t yet overtaken rosé as the official drink of summer. Now, Labor Day Weekend is
Can’t decide between Instant Pot and Air Fryer? Now you don’t have to
August 27, 2019 at 09:43PM by CWC Air fryers and Instant Pots are the Sharks and the Jets of countertop cooking appliances. Ask anyone to choose a favorite, and you’ll get a lengthy explanation of all the reasons that one is better than the other. But there’s really no need
Can’t decide between Instant Pot and Air Fryer? Now you don’t have to
August 27, 2019 at 09:43PM by CWC Air fryers and Instant Pots are the Sharks and the Jets of countertop cooking appliances. Ask anyone to choose a favorite, and you’ll get a lengthy explanation of all the reasons that one is better than the other. But there’s really no need
Why lunch is even more important than dinner for healthy eaters
August 27, 2019 at 07:00PM by CWC Let me guess what you did for lunch today: a. Eating it at your desk while catching up on emails b. Getting a sandwich to-go and scarfing it down on a park bench or in the car c. Lunch? Oh, you mean the
Why lunch is even more important than dinner for healthy eaters
August 27, 2019 at 07:00PM by CWC Let me guess what you did for lunch today: a. Eating it at your desk while catching up on emails b. Getting a sandwich to-go and scarfing it down on a park bench or in the car c. Lunch? Oh, you mean the
Here’s how to train your posture—because yeah, we should all be doing that
August 27, 2019 at 06:48PM by CWC I have a laundry list of items I’d like to “train” myself to do. I think it would be super cool, for example, if I could master the extra-loud, coach whistle using just my fingers. I’d also like to learn how to jump
Here’s how to train your posture—because yeah, we should all be doing that
August 27, 2019 at 06:48PM by CWC I have a laundry list of items I’d like to “train” myself to do. I think it would be super cool, for example, if I could master the extra-loud, coach whistle using just my fingers. I’d also like to learn how to jump
How to use the glycemic index to choose the best pre- and post-workout meals
August 27, 2019 at 06:06PM by CWC Even with all the information available on what to eat before and after a workout, it might seem tricky to find the right options to help you power through as well as properly recover. But maybe that’s just because you haven’t looked to
How to use the glycemic index to choose the best pre- and post-workout meals
August 27, 2019 at 06:06PM by CWC Even with all the information available on what to eat before and after a workout, it might seem tricky to find the right options to help you power through as well as properly recover. But maybe that’s just because you haven’t looked to
The best morning routine to set up your day for success, according to your zodiac sign
August 27, 2019 at 06:03PM by CWC Unless you’re one of those genetically blessed short sleepers, mornings can be tough be tough to master. There are so many reasons you might not feel ready to take on the day, whether it’s morning anxiety, the still-sleepy effects of insomnia, or something
This is exactly the order to apply eye makeup to cover up dark circles
August 27, 2019 at 06:00PM by CWC It’s always jarring when you find out that you’ve spent your entire life living a beauty lie. For example, my mind was straight-up blown when a hairstylist told me I should be putting dry shampoo on my brush, instead of directly on my
The 2-step test to determine how strong your hair is
August 27, 2019 at 04:00PM by CWC When we talk about “good hair days,” we’re usually referring to our hair being perfectly colored, cut, and styled. One thing most of us aren’t thinking about, though, is its strength. That, it turns out, is a mistake. “Having strong hair is an
The differences between spontaneous and responsive desire may explain why you never initiate sex
August 27, 2019 at 02:00PM by CWC It’s always baffled me that my gray, grimy, candy-wrapper-laden couch is the setting for so much of my sexual activity. But recently, I learned about responsive and spontaneous desire, and the differences between them helped to clear up confusion about the goings-on reserved
Why this dietitian says you should think twice before adding wheatgrass to your smoothie
August 27, 2019 at 12:00PM by CWC [youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2A7K7VWcsgo] Wheatgrass is the OG smoothie add-in, but what does it actually do? Check out this video. Before acai bowls became a Thing, before “mylk” was an accepted spelling, there was wheatgrass, the OG wellness ingredient. Walk into any juice shop in
The bladder-retraining techniques to keep your workout pee-free
August 27, 2019 at 03:01AM by CWC More than 20 percent of women have a condition called Stress Urinary Incontinence (SUI), which causes leakage of pee smack dab in the middle of a workout, estimates The National Association for Incontinence (NAFC). SUI is characterized by a weakening of the pelvic
What a marathon runner wears to protect her eyes and face all year round
August 27, 2019 at 02:00AM by CWC My name is Hilary, and I am a former Floridian. However: despite spending roughly 18 years of my life in the sunshine state, I rarely ever wore hats. Sunny, humid, 90-something degree summers? “Bring on the rays!” declared teenage me. Fiercely squinting my
There are 5 arousal types and knowing yours can really stimulate your sex life
August 27, 2019 at 01:00AM by CWC How do you feel when you’re turned on, and what is the exact mechanism by which you feel aroused? These complicated questions welcome many possible answers: Maybe you need to shower, do your hair, put on that outfit, and look in the mirror.
Over-the-counter birth control is touted as the future of contraception, but we still have a long way to go
August 27, 2019 at 12:24AM by CWC Earlier this summer, something strange happened on Twitter: Republican Ted Cruz publicly agreed with a Tweet posted by Democrat Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez which read, “Psst! Birth control should be over-the-counter, pass it on.” Unlike so many political dialogues—particularly those which concern the bodies of
Over-the-counter birth control is touted as the future of contraception, but we still have a long way to go
August 27, 2019 at 12:24AM by CWC Earlier this summer, something strange happened on Twitter: Republican Ted Cruz publicly agreed with a Tweet posted by Democrat Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez which read, “Psst! Birth control should be over-the-counter, pass it on.” Unlike so many political dialogues—particularly those which concern the bodies of
Toner isn’t a one-trick pony these days—here’s why it’s worth a second chance
August 27, 2019 at 12:00AM by CWC Ask any beauty expert to share their thoughts on toner, and you’re pretty much guaranteed two things: 1) they will have a strong opinion about it; 2) those opinions will be vastly different across the board. I have been team “toner is a
The 9 best YouTube cooking channels to turn healthy eating inspiration into a reality
August 26, 2019 at 09:40PM by CWC Watching other people cook is one of life’s simple pleasures. I tune into the Food Network each and every time I go to the gym, and the “recommended” section of my YouTube account paints a pretty powerful picture of my digital foodie identity.
This compression sports bra doubles as a shirt and it’s the only thing I want to work out in
August 26, 2019 at 08:49PM by CWC It feels like I’ve spent the better part of the past decade in a Goldilocks-style search for the perfect sports bra. I’ve tried dozens of them. Some are too flimsy. Others are too booby (AKA my cleavage pours out during spin class). A few
12 things manicurists want you to stop doing to your nails—like, yesterday
August 26, 2019 at 07:45PM by CWC Pretty much any time I find myself face-to-face with a professional tasked with taking care of me in some way—doctors, dentists, stylists, facialists, nutritionists, et al.—I feel a sense of shame around how I’ve been taking care of myself. (Read: imperfectly.) In most
3 percent of adult women are diagnosed with ADHD—here’s what it was like for 4 of them
August 26, 2019 at 07:29PM by CWC One of the most harmful mental health stereotypes out there: attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is only something that happens in little boys. While it’s true that ADHD affects three times more male than female children, it’s still an issue many women and girls face.
The booty-strengthening yoga flow that perks your peach in 6 swift moves
August 26, 2019 at 07:15PM by CWC Welcome to Trainer of the Month Club, our brand-new fitness series, where we tap the coolest, most in-the-know fitness leaders to create a month-long fitness challenge. On Mondays, we have our “sweat drops” where you’ll get access to the week’s workout that you
The fastest way to gracefully get out of stuff you don’t want to do
August 26, 2019 at 06:42PM by CWC My sister and I shared a bedroom throughout childhood. For the two of us, setting boundaries meant splitting our assigned chamber right down the middle—and screaming “Get out of my room!” when either of us dared step over the invisible line. Was it
This skin-care routine is a derm-approved dupe for a $1,600 brightening system
August 26, 2019 at 06:28PM by CWC It has been brought to my attention that there is a skin-care system on the market that retails for $1,600.Now, don’t get me wrong: I love a bougie beauty product and have my fair share of them. In fairness, I only use my