Monday through Friday, 5:45 a.m. to 6:45 a.m. used to be my time at the gym. I miss my hour-long workouts! Lately during the week, between balancing working from home and homeschooling my two kids, I’m lucky if I can carve out a 30-minute workout here and there. So when my CrossFit coach announced he
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Megan is a Chopra certified meditation teacher and author of Don’t Hate, Meditate. Over the last decade of teaching she has taught thousands through her global platform and partnerships with Chopra Global, Wanderlust, Lululemon and Unplug Meditation. I started consistently buying myself flowers in my early twenties when I moved to Los Angeles after graduating
While lifting heavy-ass barbells is great for strengthening your legs, don’t underestimate the power of a pair of dumbbells. Include these muscle-burning dumbbell moves to leg day if you want to feel the burn and see progress in your leg muscles. This isn’t a workout; we would never advise doing all these exercises in a
Social distancing may not be ideal, but it’s necessary to reduce the spread of the coronavirus and protect our health. For the most part, I’ve been feeling fine throughout this entire pandemic, but I do have my moments where I get antsy and anxiety creeps up. Although I have no control over the current state
Unless you’ve been living under a rock, you’re likely aware that Trader Joe’s sells cauliflower gnocchi. As soon as the budget-friendly grocery store began offering the nuggets of gluten-free goodness, they’ve flown out of the freezer sections faster than you can say “wait, this bag is less than $3?!” The pillowy dumplings have been a
Between the long lines, the uneven stock (maybe one day we’ll have flour again), and the stress of maintaining social distance in narrow aisles, it’s not surprising that many of us are opting for takeout and grocery delivery instead of braving stores. (Takeout in particular is also a good way to support your local businesses.)
You’re probably here because you have no idea how to train your abs, you want a new ab workout, you’re looking for a quick workout, or all of the above. With consistency, this workout will help you develop stronger core muscles, which will help you with everything from improving your posture to becoming a more
Whether you are just getting ready to start the keto diet or have been going strong for months, a great way to stay on track is to properly stock your pantry with diet-approved foods from Trader Joe’s. From protein-packed meats to healthy fats and oils, the aisles of TJ’s are a good place to get
Taking sneakers beyond the workout is a fashion trend that’s here to stay; we love moving our bodies, but we want to look as good as possible doing so. That’s why we love cute workout outfits. They motivate us to get our butt moving so we can feel like our happiest, healthiest selves. But, the
Immune health is on our minds these days, which means you’ve probably been seeing lots of supplements, fancy foods, and special drinks touted as effective or natural ways to boost your immunity. The truth is that scientists haven’t found a direct link between lifestyle changes and increased immune capacity, at least not yet. But there
Your restless nights may just come to a halt thanks to Nick Jonas’s new (and free!) 37-minute sleep story on Audible. (If you aren’t familiar with sleep stories, they’re recordings created to help you relax and calm your mind so that you can sleep better.) If you’ve been tossing, turning, and waking up in the
If you’ve read much about COVID-19, you know that fever, cough, and shortness of breath are hallmarks of the disease. But while many people will run a fever — for as long as a week or more — it’s possible to contract the virus and never see a spike in your temperature. “You can definitely
Image Source: Getty / LaylaBird Is your anxiety interfering with your ability to fall asleep night after night? Relying on over-the-counter meds to reach the land of nod? Just not getting the sleep your body and brain need? If this sounds all too familiar, we have a breathing trick to help you fall asleep quickly
As someone who is clinically diagnosed with depression and anxiety, I understand the importance of normalizing mental illness and fighting back against the stigma that prevents people from getting the help and support they need. But while we’ve made strides in recent years, I worry it’s come at the expense of downplaying the seriousness of
I’ve always wanted to be a morning person, but if I had to choose between snoozing my alarm for an extra 15 minutes and basically anything else, you’d find me with my eye mask on and curtains drawn, fighting for a few extra minutes of REM sleep. When I first began working from home, rolling
Image Source: Unsplash / Maddi Bazzocco In between work, family commitments, and everyday life, finding uninterrupted time for yourself can come as a challenge. And, during these unprecedented times, doing so can be harder than ever. Many people are adhering to the Centers For Disease Control and Prevention’s (CDC) guidelines of social distancing with their
We all know Free People for its pretty dresses and sexy swimwear, but the brand has so much more to offer. Its ever-evolving activewear collection is a must try. The retailer’s own line, FP Movement, is hands down one of my favorites. My drawers are filled with tons of choices, but I find myself reaching
A fever is one of the most common symptoms of COVID-19, the disease caused by the novel coronavirus. Symptoms typically appear between two to 14 days after exposure to the virus, and while the fever may not set in right away, it can feel relentless once it does. Just how long can you expect to
Buying a new pair of sneakers for every training modality adds up over time, which is why we’re excited Nike recently released the SuperRep Go Training Shoe ($100). If your weekly workout routine consists of strength training, HIIT, agility work, and more, these shoes will help you crush every rep. The SuperRep Go was designed
Imagine: a low-carb diet made easier with an air fryer. Who would’ve known? If you assumed the air fryer was off-limits on this kind of diet, we’re here to set the record straight. While it’s best known for cooking perfectly crisp potatoes, chips, and breaded meats — without the oil (and calories) needed for deep
Slip into your favorite pair of sneakers and prepare to channel Selena Gomez because this Zumba dance choreography set to “Rare” is like a TikTok dance challenge gone glamorous. Choreographed by Julia Lukina on YouTube, the routine encourages body rolls, hip swaying, and getting creative with your arm movements for a dance that’s altogether sexy
Like many young adults, my sleep schedule is a bit of a roller coaster. Between an inconsistent work schedule and naturally being a night owl, my bedtime can range anywhere from midnight to 3 a.m. on a good day. And sometimes I still have trouble falling asleep. There’s nothing more frustrating than knowing you have
Oh, you already mastered Drake’s “Toosie Slide” dance? Then allow us to introduce your next challenge: this full-body workout set to the TikTok-famous song. Recently shared by fitness influencer Maddie Lymburner (aka MadFit), the routine requires zero equipment and can be done right in your living room. So yep, you’ve got zero excuses not to
I’ve set a lot of goals for myself during my running career: finish a half-marathon, finish a marathon, run 100 miles in a month. But one goal that’s remained consistent year after year and race after race is to get faster. It’s a pretty common goal among runners at any level. Once you’ve gotten passed
