September 11, 2019 at 03:11PM by CWC We called it back in 2017: Digital fitness is one the rise. More than ever before, you can now get world-class trainers in your living room. It’s made working out easier and more accessible than ever, and while there’s no doubt that at-home
Category: You and your body
Microplastics are in our oceans, our air, and our bodiesâbut what does that mean for our health?
September 11, 2019 at 03:00PM by CWC It’s hard to believe that when plastic was first invented in the early 1900s, it was seen as a technological miracle. Now, plastic is so deeply ingrained into our daily lives that it’s impossible to avoid (just ask one editor who attempted #PlasticFreeJuly).
This is the absolute worst bag for your posture, according to a chiropractorÂ
September 11, 2019 at 02:01PM by CWC In middle school, I thought that having one of those rolling backpacks was the epitome of coolness. (It wasn’t.) While everyone else schlepped around their canvas messenger bags, I proudly wheeled my rolling backpack through the hallways. Nowadays, I favor a leather tote
What it actually means to raise your vibrational energyâplus 12 ways to do it
September 11, 2019 at 01:00PM by CWC If your first inclination upon hearing the phrase “vibrational energy” is to associate it with a mediative practice related to spirituality, wellâŚyou’re on the right track, but think way less woo-woo. The practiceâwhich indeed does have a connection to the wellness world and
Confession: I only have one pan in my kitchen and I use it for everythingÂ
September 11, 2019 at 02:00AM by CWC When I moved out of the apartment I shared with my ex, I basically started from scratch when buying for my new one. If you’d like more details about how woo woo decor helped me cope with my loneliness, here you go. But
Learn how to stand up for yourself with a psychologistâs top 5 tips for setting boundaries
September 11, 2019 at 01:00AM by CWC For many, it’s not quite second nature to know how to stand up for yourself. This is especially true for people who are branded as pushovers, regardless of whether they were self-appointed to the title or the reputation grew over time as a
Learn how to stand up for yourself with a psychologistâs top 5 tips for setting boundaries
September 11, 2019 at 01:00AM by CWC For many, it’s not quite second nature to know how to stand up for yourself. This is especially true for people who are branded as pushovers, regardless of whether they were self-appointed to the title or the reputation grew over time as a
6 confidence tips and tricks career experts practice themselves
September 10, 2019 at 09:46PM by CWC It’s a complete myth that some people come out of the womb just bursting with confidence. You’re not born with or without it; it’s learned. This is important to remember if you have a tendency of sitting in your office chair, stewing with
6 confidence tips and tricks career experts practice themselves
September 10, 2019 at 09:46PM by CWC It’s a complete myth that some people come out of the womb just bursting with confidence. You’re not born with or without it; it’s learned. This is important to remember if you have a tendency of sitting in your office chair, stewing with
Why experts want you to give a hard pass to the OMAD diet
September 10, 2019 at 09:44PM by CWC Another day, another acronym, another questionable diet. Today, it’s the OMAD diet, which is shorthand for the “one-meal-a-day” diet. I’m admittedly not a fan of fad diets in general, but just the name of this one makes me roll my eyes way back
Why experts want you to give a hard pass to the OMAD diet
September 10, 2019 at 09:44PM by CWC Another day, another acronym, another questionable diet. Today, it’s the OMAD diet, which is shorthand for the “one-meal-a-day” diet. I’m admittedly not a fan of fad diets in general, but just the name of this one makes me roll my eyes way back
How 2019 became the peak era of societyâs infatuation with personality types
September 10, 2019 at 09:03PM by CWC These days, many dating profiles include the person’s Myers-Briggs type. And it’s tough to find any sort of publication that doesn’t cover astrologyâthough those pieces of content now have to compete hard with all the dedicated apps and platforms cropping up to serve
In a battle between hummus and guac, which healthy snack dip wins?
September 10, 2019 at 08:24PM by CWC If you’re throwing a party and you don’t plan to serve hummus and guacamole, don’t bother sending me an invitation. Just kidding. However, I will cease to trust your snacking prowess and will bring my own avocado and chickpea dips from here on
I tried J. Loâs Hustlers pole dancing workout, and Iâve never felt sexier or stronger
September 10, 2019 at 08:02PM by CWC As a fitness editor who spends a significant portion of her time either working out, thinking about working out, or writing about working out, there’s always something intimidating about walking into a class that I’ve never tried before. Multiply that by 10,000 when that
5,000 retinol products have launched in the past 3 years, but weâre most excited about this drugstore diamond
September 10, 2019 at 08:01PM by CWC With years of dermatologist intel under our belts, we’ve always said that retinol is one of the few skin-care products that’s almost always worth splurging on. But with the launch of Olay’s Retinol24, which you can get at the drugstore as of today,
Suicide prevention is about more than hotlines. Hereâs how *you* could save a life
September 10, 2019 at 07:55PM by CWC On World Suicide Prevention Day, millions of people are connecting with one shared goal: to raise awareness and spark action to help prevent suicide. Here, psychologist and Well+Good Council member Drew Ramsey, MD explains why reducing stigma and normalizing mental health are so
This comfy neck pillow is the only way an off-duty flight attendant gets any sleep on a plane
September 10, 2019 at 05:46PM by CWC Getting comfortable on an airplane isn’t easy. And falling asleep during your flight is particularly challenging, what with the shrinking leg room and reclined-seat battles. Sarah Foster, a New York City-based flight attendant behind the blog Flying with Foster, knows this all too
4 dermatologist-backed ways to keep your skin barrier healthy (and honestly theyâre so easy)
September 10, 2019 at 05:20PM by CWC Your skin barrier is like your very own zone defense. All around the clock, it’s keeping you protected from skin enemies like pollution, UV rays, dust, gunkâthe list goes on. And yet, for the skin barrier to become an MVP, it needs some
New to HIIT? Follow these 6 insider tips to slay your workouts
September 10, 2019 at 04:00PM by CWC Different workout classes are scary for different reasons. Yoga’s intimidating because it can easily make you fart in public (sorry, but it’s true). I’m always afraid to clip into a spin bike because I don’t know how to clip back out. And if
This trio of Trader Joeâs seasonings is the easiest way to cook fancy without the fuss
September 10, 2019 at 03:02PM by CWC Whenever Trader Joe’s launches a new spice, it’s the culinary equivalent of a Supreme drop. Suddenly, jar after jar is flying off the shelf faster than you can say “everything but the bagel,” homemade dishes become just a touch more flavorful. While some
How to tell if youâre using *too* many skin-care ingredients at once
September 10, 2019 at 02:00PM by CWC As I once learned after eating an entire bag of Sour Patch Watermelons that left me with an actual sugar hangover the next morning, there is definitely such thing as “too much of a good thing.” And this morning, as I layered my
Why crying during sex is a thingâeven when itâs consensual, enjoyable, and loving
September 10, 2019 at 01:00PM by CWC When sex with your partner is fun, happy, andâmost importantlyâconsensual, your mind and body are liable to react in a number of different ways. Your feel-good emotions run high, and your adrenaline pumps, and the result may include you shaking, moaning, writhing, or
The 2 foods you should *always* buy organic, according to a top dietitian
September 10, 2019 at 12:00PM by CWC [youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ncHSaA0-Chg] There’s a reason why Whole Foods is often dubbed Whole Paycheckâbuying all-organic everything can add up. But given the risks of pesticides from most conventionally-grown produce…what’s a healthy, budget-conscious eater to do? Registered dietitian and You Versus Food host Tracy Lockwood
The 2 foods you should *always* buy organic, according to a top dietitian
September 10, 2019 at 12:00PM by CWC [youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ncHSaA0-Chg] There’s a reason why Whole Foods is often dubbed Whole Paycheckâbuying all-organic everything can add up. But given the risks of pesticides from most conventionally-grown produce…what’s a healthy, budget-conscious eater to do? Registered dietitian and You Versus Food host Tracy Lockwood
Learn the â5-3-3 breathing techniqueâ for the most up and at âem morning attitude
September 10, 2019 at 02:01AM by CWC From the moment I wake up, my to-do list is already running through my mind in neon lights. It’s a lot for only having been conscious for five seconds, which is why finding out crafty ways to re-center myself before jumping out of
Learn the â5-3-3 breathing techniqueâ for the most up and at âem morning attitude
September 10, 2019 at 02:01AM by CWC From the moment I wake up, my to-do list is already running through my mind in neon lights. It’s a lot for only having been conscious for five seconds, which is why finding out crafty ways to re-center myself before jumping out of
The 9 best inclusive sex education Instagram accounts to follow right now
September 10, 2019 at 02:00AM by CWC In the event that the sexual education you received in your high school classroom more closely resembled a Mean Girls punch line than the comprehensive, inclusive, and factual rundown we all deserve and deserve and need, two things: 1. You’re hardly alone in
Yes, healthy fats are good for youâbut itâs still possible to overdo it
September 10, 2019 at 01:00AM by CWC If the nutrition world had Avengers (bear with me here), fat would be the Bucky Barnes of the groupâonce a villain, then rehabilitated to be a true hero. It’s not that long ago when fat-free butter replacements and fat-free snacks and desserts were
7 under-$50 leggings that stand up to even your sweatiest, most high-intensity workouts
September 10, 2019 at 12:00AM by CWC Workout clothes are akin to sushi in my mind: Iâm extremely wary of a deal or discount. And so, I often admittedly question just how good a pair of inexpensive workout leggings that cost under $50 could possibly be. Now, before you start rolling
7 under-$50 leggings that stand up to even your sweatiest, most high-intensity workouts
September 10, 2019 at 12:00AM by CWC Workout clothes are akin to sushi in my mind: Iâm extremely wary of a deal or discount. And so, I often admittedly question just how good a pair of inexpensive workout leggings that cost under $50 could possibly be. Now, before you start rolling