February 11, 2020 at 10:00AM by CWC In the age of âif you didnât Instagram your workout, did it really count?â fitness can feel like an all-or-nothing propositionâbut it shouldnât. Together with Michelob ULTRAâthe next-level light beer that wants to take the stress out of staying fitâweâre exploring ways to be
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Cold compression is the next wave of recovery tech youâll see everywhere
February 11, 2020 at 03:00AM by CWC Recovery is top of mind these days, and as a result, technology that was once reserved for top athletes is now becoming widely accessible to all. For example, gym-goers everywhere can easily reach for percussive therapy devices (like the Theragun or Hypervolt) or
Why winter is the time to deal with all the troubles summer created for skin
February 11, 2020 at 02:00AM by CWC During the winter months, dry skin tends to get all of the attention. You swap foaming cleansers for nourishing milky ones, you double down on hydrating ingredients, and you slather on extra coats of moisturizer all day long. But there’s something else that’s
These nutty homemade granola bars will make you wonder why you even bother with the store-bought kind
February 11, 2020 at 01:00AM by CWC Granola bars seem like the MVP of snacks. Not only are they downright delicious, but most importantly, you can toss one in your bag to have on hand when youâre out and about. But donât be fooled by the marketing and packaging into
This is the most âbreathableâ type of foundation, according to a cosmetic chemist
February 11, 2020 at 12:00AM by CWC For days when you don’t feel like wearing a ton of makeup, but want that your-skin-but-better glow, your best bet is a lightweight foundation. Something with just enough coverage that feels light and airy on your skin. Ginger King, a cosmetic chemist, says
Top your next pasta dish with this delicious high-fiber broccoli pesto
February 10, 2020 at 11:00PM by CWC One of the best ways to get yourself to eat more veggies is sneaking them into your meals, and there are endless ways to do it. You can mix cauliflower into your smoothies, use shredded zucchini in casseroles, andâmy new personal favoriteâmake a
Instagram just made your feed (and your scrolling habit) way better for your mental health
February 10, 2020 at 09:05PM by CWC Do you think you’re a social media hoarder? Are you planning to unfollow Instagram followers or accounts that make you feel like garbage? Of course you are. The entire point of social media is that we rarely follow people who make us feel
250 million roses are sold every Valentineâs Dayâhereâs how to make sure youâre buying ethically-sourced blooms
February 10, 2020 at 08:21PM by CWC As someone with at least a casual interest in wellness, there are likely a few questions you ask yourself when perusing the grocery store aisles. Checking the label to see if something is organic, where it’s sourced from, and if the packaging is
The Oscars proved that recycled fashion is *the* sustainable trend of red carpet style
February 10, 2020 at 07:31PM by CWC “Shopping your stash”âaka making use out of things you already own in an effort to buy lessâhas become a stronghold of sustainability. We’ve seen it happening in our beauty cabinets, in our closets, and in our refrigerators. But the most recent place the
Iâve tried every type of lube available, but 1 bottle has earned its spot as my main squeeze
February 10, 2020 at 07:00PM by CWC For the unlubricatedâer, uninitiatedâthere are three main types of lubricants available to level up your pleasure time: silicone-based, oil-based, and water-based. Each comes with its own list of pros and cons, or dos and don’ts. After doing the research and trying all the
Iâm a professor who encourages students to take dance breaksâthis is what happens when you sit too much
February 10, 2020 at 06:15PM by CWC As much as it hurts to acknowledge it, we know sitting is bad for us. Sitting too long can cause inflammation that makes our muscles sore and throws our body way out of alignment. Researchers at UCLA are taking a stand (get it?), and
Oscar-winning âHair Loveâ is more than just an animated short, itâs a celebration of Black hair in every iteration
February 10, 2020 at 05:11PM by CWC Black women and girls have long existed within the duality of having hair that is both too much and not enough. Too big. Too coarse. Too tough. Not easy enough to tame. Not good enough to wake up and go. In Hair Love,
Retinol eye creams are everywhere these daysâhereâs why derms love them
February 10, 2020 at 03:00PM by CWC There’s no skin-care ingredient that’s better-studied or more recommended by dermatologist than retinol. In serums and moisturizers, the vitamin A derivative stimulates skin-cell turnover, flips on the collagen pumps within your complexion, and leaves skin looking fresh and bright over time. And in
Did you know that there are two different types of monogamy?
February 10, 2020 at 02:00PM by CWC Even in a world that’s growing more inclusive by the day, many of us still embrace the concept of monogamy in a strictly binary frameworkâyou either are or you aren’t. âFrom the day we are born, thereâs an overarching narrative that one day
Our food system is making us and the planet sicker. Hereâs what we can all do to fix it
February 10, 2020 at 01:00PM by CWC I donât think itâs any secret that our current food system is, well, broken. Itâs not okayâor even logicalâthat a hamburger costs less than a salad. Itâs not okay that 70 percent of the worldâs human use of water goes to animal productionânot, in
There are 12 million Pilates abs workouts on YouTube, but this is the only one you need
February 10, 2020 at 12:00PM by CWC [youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H2m8gcHG3r4] No workout has a better reputation for firing up your core than Pilates. The super-slow, minuscule movements activate your slow-twitch muscle fibers to build strength. While we don’t all have the luxury of having a Reformer in our living room (or
This Valentineâs week, the universe wants you to prioritize a certain type of love
February 09, 2020 at 10:00PM by CWC Coming off the full snow moon in Leo, which perfected early Sunday morning, this week begins at a high point. The Leo full moon, albeit a bit dramatic, invites you to unleash your prowess for passion. While perhaps not the best for deep
How to use your yoga practice to boost your stamina while standing still
February 09, 2020 at 08:00PM by CWC Typically, when people want to build their stamina, they start incorporating high-intensity interval training and gradually decrease their recovery time between sets. But stamina isn’t only built in the weight or cardio room: Yoga can help get the job done, too. As a
A top doctorâs âdaily dozenâ takes all of the stress and confusion out of healthy eating
February 09, 2020 at 06:00PM by CWC When a wellness goal of eating healthy reaches a point where it’s totally stressing you out, it’s pretty much counterproductive. (We all know how bad stress is, right?) But it makes sense why so many people get burned out trying to figure out
Iâm a real estate broker, and these are the top 5 questions first-time home buyers ask me
February 09, 2020 at 04:00PM by CWC There’s something about buying your first home makes you feel so empowered yet so small at the same time. It can get complicated fast, making you feel like you’re in over your head. Luckily, you’re not alone if you’re working with someone who
How to tell longwear makeup products from those thatâll peace out in 2 seconds
February 09, 2020 at 02:00PM by CWC Whether you have a long day ahead or your skin is so oily your makeup slides right off, sometimes you need to call in reinforcements in order for your makeup to stay put. Enter, longwear makeup. Though many products promise long-lasting, waterproof or
5 moves that prove an exercise ball is the underrated way to stretch your lower back
February 09, 2020 at 12:00PM by CWC Exercise balls are primarily used for, well, exercising. You can use them for strengthening your core, improving your stability, and toning your arms. They’re not just great for all things fitness, thoughâthey’re also a super underrated way to stretch your lower back, not
The most common botanical irritants found in skin-care products
February 08, 2020 at 10:00PM by CWC Botanicals are found in everything from shampoos to serums. And if it comes from plants, that’s good, right? Shirley Chi, MD, a California-based dermatologist says it’s a little more complicated than that. “I get so many patients on a daily basis telling me
Consider this healthy oatmeal bar the recipe for a perfect pre-run breakfast
February 08, 2020 at 08:00PM by CWC Every runner knows the dilemma of trying to figure out what to eat before a run. Sure, you definitely want something substantial enough to help you power through the miles, and portable so you can eat while you’re lacing up your shoes, but
Pros weigh in on whether having workout metrics are harmful or helpful
February 08, 2020 at 06:00PM by CWC Thanks to technology, we now have more access than ever to information about how our bodies are performing during workouts. In addition to having our heart rates (and more) strapped to our wrists, many fitness classes now also track our data for us,
How to harness the power of the 12 laws of the universe to improve your life
February 08, 2020 at 04:00PM by CWC As someone who moonlights as a manifestation coach, the universal law of attraction is a key component of the work I do with clients in order to help them build a fulfilling life they desire. That law, however, is just one piece of
A derm says to stay far, far away from these fabrics if youâve got dry skin
February 08, 2020 at 02:00PM by CWC There’s a mental checklist we all run through in our heads when we’re dealing with dry skin on our bodies: Am I drinking enough water? Am I using the right hydrating ingredients (and staying away from drying ones) the shower? Am I slathering
5 challenging ways to use a rower that donât have *anything* to do with rowing
February 08, 2020 at 12:00PM by CWC When you know how to use an ergometer correctly, you’re engaging 86 percent of your muscles. But there are a few different ways to use a rowing machine for non-traditional exercises that target specific areas of the body. “Incorporating a few non-traditional exercises
The sneakers that consistently get compared to âwalking on cloudsâ
February 08, 2020 at 03:00AM by CWC Walking on sunshine, walking on clouds. This is the stuff dreams are made of. It’s the stuff songs are written about. And thanks to the sneaker brand On, it’s now a reality in the day-to-day lives of runners around the globe. The brand’s
The average American life expectancy is 78 years, but our âhealth spanâ is only 66âhereâs why
February 08, 2020 at 02:00AM by CWC When it comes to visualizing yourself in your senior citizen years, chances are you hope to emulate someone like Betty White or Tao (thought of as the oldest living yogi). Read: old but thriving. Here’s some good news on that front: life expectancy