March 15, 2020 at 02:00PM by CWC We got the chance to chat with 74-year-old Kantilal Chiba to discuss the senior mobility exercises and workout routine that he follows to stay healthy. My mobility is addressed by everything that I do in my workouts. I work out five or six
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The anti-inflammatory breakfast a yoga instructor eats every week
March 15, 2020 at 12:00PM by CWC When you work out a lot, properly fueling your body is a must. There’s no way you’ll be able to power through those workouts like a champ if you’re slacking on your meals. One person who especially needs all those nutrients is yoga
Over-moisturizing is real—here are 3 signs you’re overdoing it
March 15, 2020 at 11:00AM by CWC Most of the time, issues surrounding moisturizer involve not getting enough hydration. But if you’re slathering on cream multiple times per day, or using a product that’s too thick, you could be over-moisturizing. “Our skin likes to stay in a balance, and if
Laundry detergent is becoming an extension of your fragrance of choice
March 14, 2020 at 11:00PM by CWC As far as home products go, laundry detergent is pretty unsexy. It’s something people traditionally grab at a grocery store or drugstore without much thought, since it’s basically just a soap for your clothes. Now, the category is getting a glow up, because
These two-ingredient, high-protein cauliflower tots are better than anything you’ll find in the frozen section
March 14, 2020 at 09:00PM by CWC Cauliflower tots are hot right now. And no, I don’t just mean the batch of fresh-out-of-the-air-fryer tots sitting in front of me right now. The low-carb alternative to the OG potato version is sold in bulk (3-pound!) bags at Costco, in casserole form
Learning how to talk about hard feelings is, well, hard—here are 3 tips from a therapist to make it easier
March 14, 2020 at 07:00PM by CWC As a therapist, I’ve had countless sessions with people from a variety of cultures, religious backgrounds, class and community groups. If there is one thing that each person who has sat across from me had in common, it’s that talking about their emotions
How to keep other muscles from overcompensating (and ruining) your core workouts
March 14, 2020 at 05:00PM by CWC Picture this: You’re diligently working through your ab exercises (which is a feat in itself), but you’re noticing that your core doesn’t feel like it’s getting any stronger. What gives? There’s a high chance that other muscles are overcompensating, which can wreck best
My ex just got engaged to his brand-new partner—but why do I care?
March 14, 2020 at 03:00PM by CWC I was recently engaging (ha) in the time-honored tradition of checking out my ex’s new partner on social media, when right there, in plain sight on her public Instagram page, I saw it: a photo featuring a diamond ring on that finger. After
5 derms tell us the one product that never leaves their shower
March 14, 2020 at 01:00PM by CWC We get it—there’s precious little shelf space in your shower. So why would you choose to fill it with anything you feel meh about? You deserve to love your shower time, and all that it entails (damn it!). To jumpstart your shower haul
Why an RD says everyone should stock up on these affordable healthy foods
March 14, 2020 at 11:00AM by CWC With over 1,600 COVID-19 cases nationwide, and cold and flu season in full swing, the CDC is encouraging social distancing. If you or anyone you live with gets sick, the last thing you want to do is go out and put the people
7 delicious, healthy ways to cook with shiitake mushrooms tonight
March 14, 2020 at 02:00AM by CWC Pinterest is a treasure trove of healthy recipes (you know, when you’re not busy finding them on Well+Good). From weeknight-saving easy dinner recipes to advanced ideas, like cooking with adaptogens, it’s a goldmine of discovering new meals and ingredients to cook with. One
Got a rogue breakout? Try using turmeric for acne
March 14, 2020 at 01:00AM by CWC People have been turning to turmeric for ages because of how healthy—and anti-inflammatory—it is for your diet. The ingredient is becoming a DIY beauty star for the same reason, and the ingredient is even trickling into skin-care products, thanks to its anti-inflammatory effects on
The sturdy fruits and vegetables that’ll stay good in your fridge for up to 3 months
March 14, 2020 at 12:00AM by CWC It’s no fun to be in the constant cycle of tossing bad fruit and veggies in the garbage every week, only to replace them with new ones. (Looking at you, celery.) While leafy greens and berries generally only stay edible for a handful
I plucked my chin hairs and now I’ve got ingrowns—what should I do now?
March 13, 2020 at 11:00PM by CWC Among a love of peaches and unrepentant worrying, my grandmother and I have one big thing in common: a singular chin hair. She’s a sneaky one (the hair, not my grandma). She pops up every now and then, and who knows how long
Know the difference between cleaning and disinfecting your home—and how often you should be doing each
March 13, 2020 at 10:00PM by CWC I would say that I’m a pretty conscientious cleaner. I’m a bit of a germaphobe, and dedicate a decent amount of time to keeping my home clean and tidy. But with COVID-19, I want to make sure I’m doing everything right. Apparently, cleaning
The unique stressor your sign deals with the best, according to a psychological astrologer
March 13, 2020 at 09:00PM by CWC As reasons for stress and anxiety mount, we could likely all do with a little expansion of our stress management toolkits. (Sometimes meditation and CBD supplements just aren’t enough.) To help us grow our abilities to mediate cortisol-spiking events, psychological astrologer Jennifer Freed, PhD,
The 1 thing everyone can do to be healthier *and* more sustainable, according to a celebrity chef
March 13, 2020 at 08:00PM by CWC [youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CqKoZgAGjMQ] Ever wondered what celeb chef Katie Lee loves to eat first thing in the a.m.? Get all of her wellness tips here. Let’s be honest: Healthy eating can feel way complicated sometimes. There are so many different eating plans out there
The only post-work stretches you need to call it a day on tension
March 13, 2020 at 07:00PM by CWC I’m not sure what genius dreamed up the brilliant idea that we should all sit at our desks for one-third of each day to get paid, but that’s the world where most of us live. The resulting tightness from text neck and rolly
This is how your go-to gyms and studios are changing operations during the Covid-19 pandemic
March 13, 2020 at 06:39PM by CWC With rising concerns surrounding Covid-19, fitness studios are doing their part to prevent the community spread of the disease. On March 4, we urged brick and mortars to loosen their cancellation fees to encourage sick people to stay home and keep those in
Women’s health has never been a focus in sports, Mary Cain wants to change that
March 13, 2020 at 06:00PM by CWC “By second grade, I was the fastest in my class. By third grade, I was the fastest in the grade. From there, it was just onwards and upwards,” says Mary Cain, 1500-meter finalist in the 2013 World Championships, three-time world junior champion, and
There are actually 4 types of introverts, and each has its own social strength
March 13, 2020 at 05:00PM by CWC Here’s a fun fact to pepper in at your next dinner party: Not all introverts are the same. Sure, we may share similarities, like feeling drained by social events and parties, but given that there are actually four specific types of introverts, we
The top 3 myths about immunity that doctors want you to stop believing ASAP
March 13, 2020 at 04:00PM by CWC Having a healthy immune system ready to fight off any nasty germs that come in its path is a top concern for people now more than ever. We are living in a world where washing your hands is being talked about even more
This simple kale salad will actually fill you up—and takes just 20 minutes to make
March 13, 2020 at 03:30PM by CWC [youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xXvGEkr2XEs] Tossing a bag of greens in your cart is an automatic part of your weekly grocery shop. Another mainstay of your meal-prep routine? Throwing away that same bag of greens after letting it sit untouched in the bottom of your fridge
Meet the tantric exercise that boosts intimacy in 30 seconds flat, according to an intimacy expert
March 13, 2020 at 03:00PM by CWC A decade ago in 2010, performance artist Marina Abramović dazzled the public with her MoMA retrospective, The Artist is Present. For 736 hours total, Abramović invited any and all human beings to stare into her eyes for as long as they so desired.
SoulCycle is my favorite workout class—here are my honest thoughts on the new at-home bike
March 13, 2020 at 02:00PM by CWC I will never forget my first SoulCycle class. I was 22, in the midst of my first “adult” breakup, and I let my friends convince me that spending $36 to cry on a bike would make me feel better. They were right. Riding
How to make a week’s worth of gluten-free meals using 2 protein-packed staples
March 13, 2020 at 01:00PM by CWC Meal prepping is the not-so-secret hack for making eating healthy during busy weekdays a cinch, but it’s a lot easier said than done—even with the best intentions and a Pinterest board full of ideas. Enter Prep School, Well+Good’s new series that makes meal prep simple. Each month,
Does living like a rom-com lead guarantee happily ever after? I tried it to find out
March 13, 2020 at 12:00PM by CWC After watching the highly-anticipated second installment of Netflix’s To All the Boys I’ve Loved Before (TATBILB), cheekily entitled P.S. I Still Love You, I started thinking about what makes romantic comedies the satisfying viewing equivalent of biting into a piece of 10-layer chocolate
Literally glide through you next intense workout with these slider disc exercises
March 13, 2020 at 02:00AM by CWC Sliders are one of my favorite toys to use at the gym. Adding a little sliding disk under your foot make moves like lunges and planks a bajillion times harder. Sam Tooley, performance coach and founder of Alpha Fit Club in New Jersey,
Yes, stress makes your hair greasier
March 13, 2020 at 01:00AM by CWC If you’ve ever had a pre-presentation pimple, you know all too well that stress can have a major effect on your skin. But as if those breakouts before big events weren’t enough of a pain to deal with, there’s yet another annoying, beauty-related
I tried heart-rate variability training to help my anxiety—here’s what happened
March 13, 2020 at 12:00AM by CWC In the six years since I was diagnosed with both generalized anxiety disorder and panic disorder—what can I say, I’m an overachiever—I’ve tried just about everything to manage my symptoms. I’ve been in and out of therapy and took medication for a year,