September 17, 2019 at 10:21PM by CWC Nearly two years have passed since actor and activist Alyssa Milano wrote a sentence that would change the conversation around consent. “If you’ve been sexually harassed or assaulted, write ‘me too’ as a reply to this tweet,” she wrote. The blast sparked a wildfire
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The 8 best ‘Friends’ moments that double as legitimately helpful wellness tips
September 17, 2019 at 09:22PM by CWC In the 25 years since the September 22, 1994, premiere of Friends on NBC, the sitcom has not only proved to have incredible staying power in pop culture via its characters, its cult-beloved haircuts, and its syndication. Often cited as one of the
Get the perfect match every time by following the ‘rule of 3’ when shopping for foundation
September 17, 2019 at 09:20PM by CWC I’m going to level with you: Shopping for foundation isn’t fun. At all. It’s not like swatching with lipstick or eyeshadow, where you get to decorate your arms with various different pigments as you decide on a shade. It’s more just…. tedious, considering
4 dietary habits that benefit your liver health more than any ‘detox’
September 17, 2019 at 09:05PM by CWC In case you’ve forgotten what you learned high school biology, your liver plays an often overlooked role in healthy digestion. A quick refresher: the liver processes nutrients absorbed in the small intestine, and uses them to make the chemicals the body needs to
New science aims to delay menopause or banish it altogether
September 17, 2019 at 07:57PM by CWC The internet went wild last month over a the news of a new treatment promising to potentially delay menopause for decades. The procedure, currently offered by British IVF clinic ProFam, involves surgically removing, freezing, and later re-implanting a piece of ovarian tissue from
The queen of cleansers answers every question you’ve ever had about washing your face
September 17, 2019 at 07:44PM by CWC At first glance, washing your face seems like the most straightforward step in your skin-care routine. After all, it’s just a quick, 60-second trip to the sink, which is easy enough, right? Not so fast. In a not-at-all scientific Instagram poll we put
Yes, 10,000 steps a day *does* matter—but not in the way you think
September 17, 2019 at 06:44PM by CWC Every morning, I grab my sneakers, put on a pair of bike shorts and an oversized sweatshirt, and head out on a walk. It’s something my mom has done for years, and I never understood the hype until recently. After even a quick
I worked out in CBD-laced leggings—and boy, do I have some feels
September 17, 2019 at 04:39PM by CWC I pretty much can’t look at my screen these days without seeing a new use for CBD. The cannabinoid has proliferated our wellness-enthusiastic world so much that it’s practically infused into everything we walk by, touch…and wear. I’m being extra dramatic—but I am
Get out the door faster with this 5-minute berry yogurt waffle recipe
September 17, 2019 at 03:30PM by CWC Slow summertime mornings are for cooking photogenic meals destined for Instagram. But your weekday breakfasts now that back-to-school season is here? Let’s just say people don’t typically double tap photos of half-eaten granola bars. No disrespect to your mid-sprint-to-work dining experience—you’ve got to
The top 3 things Simone Biles does every day to prioritize her health and wellness
September 17, 2019 at 02:00PM by CWC When I watched the video of Simone Biles competing in the 2019 U.S. Gymnastics Championship in August, my thoughts throughout the three-minute routine can be condensed into the mind exploding emoji times 1000. I wish there were a more creative way to put
Gender bias in the workplace is very much rampant—here’s how that can change
September 17, 2019 at 01:00PM by CWC “Well, she’s qualified—but what if she leaves to pop out a couple babies?” That’s a real sentence Alyson DeNardo, a partner at California-based venture capitalist firm M Ventures, heard from a former male colleague during a hiring search for a senior-level position. “My
Here’s how to know if you need to listen to the ‘dry clean only’ command
September 16, 2019 at 01:00PM by CWC Buying anything with a “dry clean only” label on it is basically my worst nightmare. As someone who—don’t @ me—rarely separates whites and colors in the wash, the last thing I want to do is take something to the dry cleaners. No thank
The easiest habit to adopt to improve your worst days doesn’t even require speaking
September 17, 2019 at 01:00AM by CWC Right now, my life is amid a phase of change—and I’m personally predisposed to hate change. But, waaah waaah waaah, because even if I’m having a bad day, it’s still a day I still have to get through. One way I’ve been trying
Keep every sweater looking brand spankin’ new with these genius laundry hacks
September 17, 2019 at 12:00AM by CWC September is in full swing, which means that by now you’ve likely traded your iced coffees for hot matcha lattes, your bike shorts for leggings, and your flimsy tees and tanks for cuddle-worthy knits. Sweater season is officially upon us, but But if
We found the “Swiss Army Knife” beauty products that do it all for dry skin
September 16, 2019 at 11:37PM by CWC Growing up, I remember dreamily sorting through my mother’s bins of beauty products: There were tubes of lipstick, compact blush palettes, brushes of all different sizes, eyeshadows—the whole gamut. But the only specific product that I can recall nestled in there? A tub of
It’s your socks, not your shoes, causing that colony of blisters on your feet
September 16, 2019 at 10:37PM by CWC I’m smack-dab in the middle of training for the New York City Marathon—and FYI (perhaps TMI?), my foot hygiene situation is not good. Heading out for 15-milers might be the exact opposite of getting a pedicure, and none of my scrubbing has yielded
5 healthy dinner recipes with 5 ingredients from Trader Joe’s
September 16, 2019 at 09:01PM by CWC You don’t have to pick up a paint brush or start writing the great American novel to tap into your creativity. My recommendation is to head straight to Trader Joe’s and let your imagination run wild in the gastronomy wonderland that is the aisle
This $15 cleansing milk rivals micellar water when you need to melt away makeup
September 16, 2019 at 08:29PM by CWC Removing makeup is one of my least favorite things, ever. Putting it on? Always a good time. But when it comes time to take it off, it can be really hard to get rid of every last bit—looking at you, liquid eyeliner!—for a
“Bio-adaptive botanicals” give your skin what it needs, when it needs it
September 16, 2019 at 07:25PM by CWC Picture the harshest climates in the world, where extreme cold and excess heat defile everything in their paths. Somewhat surprisingly, plants are still able to grow (and even thrive) in these places. Take the resurrection plant, for example, which is a desert species
There’s a fine line between giving support and attempting to ‘rescue’ someone—have you crossed it?
September 16, 2019 at 07:22PM by CWC An armor-clad rescuer fighting off fire-breathing beasts in an effort to save the princess trapped at the top of tower might be the tropiest of all tropes. Outside the realm of fairy tales, there’s a fine line between being supportive and stepping in
8 foods to avoid that cause constipation—because the struggle is real
September 16, 2019 at 06:51PM by CWC I might regret asking for too much information, but when’s the last time you pooped? If it was earlier today—or, be honest, right now as you’re reading this—congratulations. But if it’s been a minute since you’ve had an Instagram scrolling sesh in the
Real talk: Taking a break from working out can do wonders for your body
September 16, 2019 at 06:30PM by CWC In my mind, a workout break is essentially a rest day. It’s those 24 hours when I luxuriate on the couch as my muscles recover, and it’s typically never more than three days before I’m HIIT-ing the gym once more. However, recently, a
Being an awesome S.O. to someone with ADHD doesn’t mean ignoring your needs
September 16, 2019 at 02:00PM by CWC Every relationship comes with a unique set of challenges. (What, you thought romance was easy?) Add a mental health condition into the mix, and things can feel a lot more complicated. If you’re married to or dating someone with ADHD (attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder, which can
10 myths about fertility that experts want you to stop believing
September 16, 2019 at 03:00PM by CWC Fertility is such a complicated topic (and simultaneously so fraught with emotions) that it’s a breeding ground for myths. Some people want to be pregnant so badly that they’ll do anything to achieve it, whether it’s listening to old wives’ tales about what
We tried 21 days of at-home workouts—here’s how it changed our outlook on fitness
September 16, 2019 at 02:59PM by CWC At-home workouts are pretty ideal for people with busy schedules (so, pretty much every human). You roll out of bed, throw on your activewear, and get straight to sweating. The problem? Finding the motivation to actually power through at your maximum potential. It’s
5 exercises a physical therapist wants you to do every day to prevent stiffness as you age
September 16, 2019 at 02:01PM by CWC If you’re already feeling a little stiff, just wait—this is just the beginning. As you age, your joints only become stiffer, and usually that goes hand-in-hand with bodily aches and pains. And there’s typically one thing behind the problem: not being active enough.
If employers can commit to these 10 culture goals, a burnout-free workplace is possible
September 16, 2019 at 01:00PM by CWC “I’m so burned out,” is a phrase many of us have called upon to describe a state of being tired or stressed, but this year especially, the condition of burnout has been percolating in the public conscious as a condition to regard in
The 9-minute, at-home Pilates workout that targets every muscle of your core
September 16, 2019 at 12:01PM by CWC [youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oaQwt8_c6Sk] 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
Want to get into investing? Here’s your beginner-friendly guide to deciding which route is best for you
September 16, 2019 at 04:30AM by CWC Meet Wellness Collective, our immersive curriculum with Athleta that hooks you up with actionable advice from the smartest experts and brand founders in wellness right now. Get the goods at our monthly event series in New York City plus our online one-month wellness plans. Here, Sallie Krawcheck, CEO and
To all those seeking balance (aka everyone): Cosmically, this is your time
September 16, 2019 at 12:00AM by CWC With the harvest full moon behind us and the moon now in its waning phase, we approach the denouement of Virgo season. This week, the sun moves from 22 degrees of Virgo to 29 degrees (each sign only contains 30 degrees total). So,