January 24, 2020 at 10:00PM by CWC The phrase “aging gracefully” is often used ironically. It means staying—and more importantly, looking—young no matter the number of birthdays you’ve celebrated. Award-winning author Georgia Clark, 40, founded Generation Women, a monthly event in New York City dedicated to intergenerational storytelling, as a
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A CrossFit coach says ‘MCI’ is the acronym to remember for nonstop progress at the gym
January 24, 2020 at 09:00PM by CWC Unless you have a natural-born talent for heavy weight-lifting or 5-minute miles, you’ll have to begin, well, at the beginning. The CrossFit approach known as ‘MCI’ (mechanics-consistency-intensity) teaches you measured progress that values longevity over immediate gains. And Maillard Howell, owner of CrossFit Prospect
A key part of healthy aging: eating more protein
January 24, 2020 at 07:00PM by CWC There’s no denying it: protein is massively important for your health. Whether you’re a vegan or an omnivore, the protein you eat helps build muscles, make enzymes and hormones to keep your body’s systems functioning properly, sustains healthy energy levels, and offers countless
What angel numbers mean, and why seeing them everywhere is great news
January 24, 2020 at 06:00PM by CWC Ever noticed yourself stumbling upon repeating number sequences like 111, 555, or 777…basically everywhere? Like, let’s say you wake up from a nap at 2:22 p.m., then you buy a coffee for $2.22, then you watch a movie that’s 2 hours and 22
The CARS method loosens up your neck tension better than any stretch
January 24, 2020 at 05:01PM by CWC You’ll be hard-pressed to find someone that hasn’t experienced tech neck or neck tension before. This is why any tip for neck decompression or fixing neck alignment is worth incorporating into any recovery routine, stat. But, out of all the tension-busting methods out
This low-sugar, gluten-free banana bread will be your new favorite breakfast
January 24, 2020 at 04:40PM by CWC If you stick to a gluten-free diet—whether it’s by choice or because you have Celiac disease—you already know buying a gluten-free pastry at a café or bakery is a bit of a gamble. Because the structure of most baked goods comes from gluten
The 1 type of orgasm that’s easiest for vulva-owners to reach—and fast
January 24, 2020 at 03:00PM by CWC The unfortunate truth that the orgasm gap presents is that for people with vulvas, climaxing is rarely as easy as the “oh, oh, oh!” portrayal it often gets in pop culture. In fact, a 2017 study published in the Archives of Sexual Behavior found that
Turn out the lights: New studies show energy-efficient bulbs can damage skin
January 24, 2020 at 02:00PM by CWC A teeny, tiny “I told you so” secretly sparked within me when I heard that there are studies showing that visible light—the kind you see flooding out of fluorescent office fixtures or LED bulbs—could be damaging your skin. After years of welcoming guests
I’m an RD, and these are the most common questions I get asked about plant-based eating
January 24, 2020 at 01:00PM by CWC If you’re thinking about going plant-based, you probably have a lot of questions. Like, where do you even start? Well, registered dietitians certainly know the struggle. Their clients ask them the same questions all the time, and that’s good news for you. There’s
How to do wheel pose the right way, straight from a yoga pro
January 24, 2020 at 12:00PM by CWC [youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4F4lTh09Z5E] Form is everything in yoga (technically, form is everything in any workout, but that goes double for the centuries-old postures). Misplacing a limb (even slightly) on your yoga mat, especially with repetition, can really work against you over time. And that’s
It’s true, stress can turn your hair gray—and now scientists know why
January 24, 2020 at 02:00AM by CWC The term Marie Antoinette syndrome comes from a particularly grim time in Marie Antoinette’s life; it doesn’t refer to eating macarons soundtracked to Gang of Four as Sofia Coppola might have you believe. See, when Marie Antoinette was awaiting execution, her beautiful strawberry
The low-residue diet is super, super low in fiber—so why do doctors prescribe it?
January 24, 2020 at 01:00AM by CWC With probiotics, prebiotics, and bone broth on everyone’s minds these days, it’s no secret that gut health has become one of the biggest focal points of the health and nutrition world. A key player at the center of the good gut conversation: fiber.
The gross reason a dermatologist wants you to clean your glasses every day
January 24, 2020 at 12:00AM by CWC Every time you experience a breakout, your mind goes into detective-mode, trying to figure out what went wrong and caused the pimple that popped up on your face. Well, while there are always plenty of possibilities, one is pretty straight-forward: You’re not cleaning
I’m a PT, and I stretch for 5 minutes every day—here’s why that’s the magic number
January 24, 2020 by CWC I always decide how long I’m going to stretch for based on the scenario. If it’s the end of a workout class and we have one minute to stretch things out, that’s all I’ll do. If I’m working out on my own, it all depends
What’s really inside a multivitamin? An RD weighs in
January 23, 2020 at 08:30PM by CWC In a perfect world, you’d eat deliciously healthy meals made with only the freshest, most nutritious ingredients three times a day. But this is reality, and sometimes lunch looks more like an on-the-go protein bar than a sit-down veggie bowl. That’s why Tracy
Home births are risky. Why are more women choosing them?
January 23, 2020 at 09:30PM by CWC If you run with a wellness-minded crew, home births are likely something you’ve talked about with your friends—or seen an influencer discuss on social media. Because choosing to give birth at home is not necessarily a thing reserved for the most crunchy-granola of
If you use just one ingredient to treat chapped lips, derms say to make it this
January 23, 2020 at 08:00PM by CWC Lip balm is one of those products that is critical to have on hand at all times, particularly during the colder months. If you’re anything like me, you’ve got a bedside balm, a desk balm, and individual balms in every bag you own
Dame just launched a curved vibrator that’ll make your G-spot orgasm dreams come true
January 23, 2020 at 07:00PM by CWC Dame Products’ co-founders Alexandra Fine and Janet Lieberman are on our list of wellness Changemakers for a number of reasons, and the company’s just-launched, easy-to-use, innovative sex toy provides even more evidence. The Dame Arc is the brand’s first G-spot-targeting sex toy, and
The 6 healthiest cereals to always stock in your pantry, according to a dietitian
January 23, 2020 at 06:30PM by CWC Did anyone else find immeasurable joy in the mini boxes of Lucky Charms, Frosted Flakes, and Cap’n Crunch as a kid? (It can’t just be me!) Now that you’re all grown up and shopping for cereal with the nutrition label in mind, it
Credit cards can actually be great for your financial wellness—if you use them responsibly
January 23, 2020 at 06:00PM by CWC I didn’t receive a robust financial education from my parents while growing up, but my mom did offer one piece of advice that stuck with me: Credit cards are like guys who post shirtless mirror selfies on dating apps. That is, they’re to
The Grammys gift bag is packed with wellness goodies—here’s what’s inside
January 23, 2020 at 06:00PM by CWC As if attending the 62nd Annual Grammy Awards wasn’t cool enough—the glitz! the glamour!—there’s now another reason why scoring a seat would be the ultimate win: You get a Grammys gift bag that’s jam-packed with wellness goodies. Now, don’t get me wrong. Awards
Here’s what kind of rebellious Aquarius you are, according to your moon sign
January 23, 2020 at 05:00PM by CWC Aquarians (those born between January 19 and February 18) are known to be highly independent, a little bit quirky, and with a tendency to spend a lot of time in their own head. In other words, they can be tough to figure out.
We asked Well+Good readers their thoughts on recovery—here’s what they had to say
January 23, 2020 at 04:26PM by CWC Recovery is a hot topic among fitness folk: What does “active recovery” really look like? How many rest days should you take anyway? Is there really a right way to foam roll? The questions around this should-be-rejuvenating part of your workout routine never
Here’s where the 6 leading democratic candidates stand on healthcare
January 23, 2020 at 04:00PM by CWC February 3 is a big day, politically speaking: It’s the date of the Iowa caucuses, which marks the official kickoff of primary election season. As states prepare to decide the Republican and Democratic presidential nominees, all eyes are on the vast field of
How to start dating again after a breakup, divorce, or dry spell
January 23, 2020 at 03:00PM by CWC Whether you’ve been off the market for a few weeks, months, years, or decades, getting back out there is no easy feat, especially if you’re not confident about how to start dating again. Common sense might urge you to be vulnerable, open yourself
9 delicious, plant-based lunches you can make in 10 minutes or less
January 23, 2020 at 02:00PM by CWC Even though plant-based eating is taking over the food scene, lunch can still be tricky to tackle. Eating the same salad over and over gets boring and buying something out can get pricey, fast. And even the best-laid meal-prepping plans can be waylaid
Apple is teaming up with the buzziest studios and gyms to reward you for sweating
January 23, 2020 at 01:00PM by CWC Working out is often a reward in and of itself. On the days when you feel like you could do literally anything else but exercise, there’s an instant payoff from those feel-good endorphins that make the effort feel worth it. Couple that with
I do hundreds of yoga classes a year, but none has lit up my arms like this 10-minute flow
January 23, 2020 at 12:00PM by CWC [youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OYS8bWyvczU] Anyone who’s tried to execute crow pose (a Cirque du Soleil-worthy arm balance) knows that yoga demands a lot—I repeat, a lot—of arm strength. Even Vinyasa staples like downward-facing dog can light up your body from your fingertips to your armpits. So
Getting glass skin is actually easier than you think
January 23, 2020 at 11:00AM by CWC “You’ve got glass skin” is the ultimate complexion compliment. It encompasses everything healthy skin should be: hydrated, bright, and dewy. It’s a glow so strong, it’s practically reflective. But what is glass skin? The concept comes to us by way of Korea, where
Get bushy brows in 1 minute flat, courtesy of the brow king himself
January 23, 2020 at 03:00AM by CWC People are willing to do whatever it takes for the sake of gorgeous brows. First it was microblading, then pinching, then feathering, with the latest addition of brow lamination—all of which promise to add a little oomph above your eyes. While all of