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Miley Cyrus‘s sound changed a lot over the years, as did her style, hair, and love interests. There were her pop-meets-occasional-hints-of-hidden-angst days during Hannah Montana (anyone else dance wildly around their bedroom to “7 Things” and “Fly on the Wall”?!). Then came the punk pixie-cut, “Wrecking Ball,” twerking with your tongue out Bangerz era followed

Maintaining a healthy lifestyle and supporting energy levels throughout a busy day start with breakfast. Sugary cereals, processed energy bars, or even a bagel spike your blood sugar levels and leave you crashing before lunch. These quick and easy breakfast recipes will help you maintain energy levels throughout a hectic day and are effortless to

It’s true: 2019 was a YEAR for women’s sports — and 2020 has us even more excited. The big event is, of course, the 2020 Summer Olympics; we’re eager to watch the debut of four new sports, including surfing, skateboarding, and sport climbing, plus the return of the USWNT and the US Gymnastics Team, where

With a new year comes the opportunity for a fresh start, and the areas of exercise and wellness are no exception. The new year is a great time to commit to a healthier lifestyle, and that doesn’t have to mean resigning yourself to time in a crowded gym with tons of other well-meaning people. Here

Emergency contraception can help prevent pregnancy when your birth control fails (whether the condom breaks or you forget a pill or two), but whether you need to see a doctor first depends on the type you choose. While emergency contraception is often referred to as the morning-after pill, there are actually two different medications you

When you make a commitment to Whole30, you agree to give up a lot: booze, cheese, creamer, even peanut butter. But you may think twice about that commitment when you realize that it could mean giving up your beloved Starbucks break as well. How are you going to power through the morning? What will you

The new year is filled with possibility, but if you suffer from anxiety, a fresh start can also lead you down the path of dwelling on the past. Trust me: I’ve spent way too much time worrying about what I could have done differently. If you want to curb that habit in 2020, these books

Believe it or not, there are Instagram accounts that promote self-care. Likewise, some mental health professionals have taken to social media to destigmatize therapy — as we’ve reported on in the past, young people especially seek out help for reasons such as panic and anxiety disorders, trauma, and toxic relationships. But, just because therapists have

Let’s get one piece of business out of the way: you can’t spot-reduce fat in your arms or from any one area of your body. (Raise your hand if you’ve heard that one before!) “While working out a particular area is beneficial for the muscles, this doesn’t translate to targeted fat loss. Instead, it naturally

Cannabidiol (or CBD) is literally everywhere, and while it’s been life-changing for some, there are still a lot of questions about its efficacy. One of the rumors? That CBD can help remedy a hangover. As much as we’d like to report that this piece of internet wisdom is true, the research just isn’t there yet.

Ever find yourself scrolling through social media and begin to ponder where it all went wrong? How is so-and-so from high school “finding herself” in a tropical location, while you’re home watching Netflix, dreaming of what could have been? Friend-of-a-friend is showcasing her Sunday meal prep in color-coordinated containers, while you’re wondering if there’s an

Barack Obama has good taste in, well, everything, and apparently that includes workout music. It’s become somewhat of a tradition for the former president to release his top picks in books, movies, TV, and music each year, and in 2019, his list of songs included this note: “If you’re looking for something to keep you

What if you were etched into a sport’s rulebooks forever? As an elite gymnast, you can only get a skill named after you in the International Gymnastics Federation (FIG) Code of Points if you land it successfully at an Olympic or Youth Olympic Games or at an official World Championship event. Additionally, you have to

Buddha bowls are one of our favorite food trends — they are overflowing with both flavor and potential. Once you get past their kitschy name (they are so full, like Buddha’s tummy), you’ll find that a delicious and aesthetically pleasing Buddha bowl incorporates lots of vegetables, grains, and lean proteins. When arranged correctly, a Buddha

I find it very easy to get enough protein on a plant-based diet, as long as I’m eating a variety of beans, tofu, nuts, seeds, protein powder, whole grains, almond yogurt, and high-protein plant milk like Ripple. I’ve also found another food that offers a decent amount of protein: nutritional yeast, which vegans agree is

I’ve had some trouble with gratitude. Sure, I say thank you all the time. I acknowledge people’s actions. I show appreciation toward others for the things they bring to my life through words, notes, and gifts. Gratitude, though, is something different. I’ve learned being grateful is acknowledging in your own soul you have been given

Maybe you already have New Year’s resolutions written in thick permanent marker, but you might want to take another look and add more if none of them revolve around self-care. We’ll admit that self-care may seem complicated because it looks different for everyone based on their own needs. Plus, it’s fair to say that one

So, you’re considering intermittent fasting as your new year, healthier me commitment, but you’re wary of how not eating for long periods of time could affect you? First of all, we applaud your commitment to doing the research before diving in. While eating exclusively during a four-, six-, or eight-hour window every day — and

I love crisp, fresh fruit, but the cold Winter months often have me craving something a little more decadent. Enter these baked apples tossed in coconut oil and cinnamon. They’re a healthy snack that tastes like dessert, and you really do need just those three simple ingredients to whip up a batch of your own.

No matter how impressive our workout wardrobe may be, we’ve always got room for more leggings. In honor of the new decade (woah), there have been quite a few pairs that made it into our Hall of Fame. If you’re going to crush your New Year’s goals, treat yourself to a great new pair of

Lizzo, as an artist and as a person, has taught us a lot this year. For one, she’s committed to messages about loving yourself unapologetically and moving through life with that same fierce confidence. Remember that all-important line from “Soulmate” that goes, “I’mma marry me one day”? Yeah, that speaks volumes. Lizzo’s no-bullshit attitude is

I distinctly remember doing approximately three things before my high school senior prom: daily ab workouts from a fitness app, lying outside weekly before gymnastics practices despite the Spring weather (please use proper SPF!), and a 30-day squat challenge courtesy of the internet. The particular squat challenge I did was a near-full month of basic

We’ve all fallen victim to Netflix binges — seven episodes deep into The Office, your body begins sending achy signals to snap out of your trance, ditch the blanket, and get moving. As easy as it is to ignore these messages, don’t. Pesky neck, shoulder, and back tension will only build as you approach the

Buying gifts and making travel plans all while managing your mental health can be quite the beast to take on this holiday season. But no matter how busy you are — or what you’re going through — getting in a quick Tabata session or full-body BBG Beginner workout from Kayla Itsines can help take the

There I was on my living room couch, sitting up straight with my hands resting at my side and my attention focused on my breath. I looked like a stock photo image for meditation, and I might as well have been, because everything about this felt staged. I wasn’t meditating at all, but trying to

Whether you’re traveling for the holidays or staying put, sweat sessions might not be high on your list of priorities (nor should they be). But, following along to dance cardio routines on YouTube is a fun way to bring your heart rate up when you’re short on time. The Fitness Marshall is all about entertaining

We’re down to the wire here — the holidays are upon us! Have you left your shopping to the last minute? Not to worry — we’re here to help. Many of our favorite retailers have great deals on last-minute shipping, and there are some that even let you shop online and pick up in store.

If you’re actively having sex, you’ve probably heard that you should pee after if you want to avoid a urinary tract infection (UTI), because while barrier methods like condoms can help protect you against many sexually transmitted infections, not even they can shield you from the painful, burning symptoms of a UTI. That’s because the