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If you’ve been thinking about trying a weighted blanket, you’re in luck. The science behind these popular blankets is actually fascinating, they can help relieve stress, anxiety, and can even get you a good nights sleep. Not all choices come cheap though, but now’s the perfect time to invest in one. Thanks to Black Friday

This year has been a roller coaster, and for many of us, health and fitness has been a great release. With those perfect black leggings getting more use than that little black dress (LBD), we don’t have to wait until next year for a whole new fitness wardrobe to go along with new resolutions! With

Truth be told, you don’t need more than a pen and paper to practice journaling and reap the stress-relieving, mindfulness-promoting benefits. But, journals specifically catered to self-care, wellness practices, and gratitude with prompts and insightful exercises may help you keep the habit. They also make beautiful, thoughtful, and caring gifts during this unprecedented holiday season.

Every December, I begin my holiday kitchen residency — a month spent living between my kitchen island and stove, creating everything from gingerbread cookies to peppermint bark to spiked eggnog. I’ve even dedicated a Christmas playlist and apron to the occasion. Despite my excitement, my stomach doesn’t find this to be the most wonderful month

Missing a period can be scary, or exciting, depending on your life plan. But skipping over that time of the month doesn’t always mean you’re pregnant. In fact, it’s totally normal to miss your period every once in a while — and far more common than you think. “We typically assume a 28-day cycle as

Thanks to 2020, I’ve maxed out the miles on my hiking shoes — which made me realize how fortunate I am to live near mountains that (safely!) offer plenty of fresh air and new scenery. So, as I shop for new boots, I want to do so sustainably as a small token of thanks to

Image Source: Getty / Mario Tama Just days after Pfizer reported that its COVID-19 vaccine has proven to be 95 percent effective, Centers For Disease Control and Prevention Director Robert Redfield announced that the vaccine will likely be available “by the end of the second week in December.” According to an interview Redfield did with

Stair workouts aren’t just about running up and down dozens of flights until your legs melt. Sure, that’s certainly an option, but you can also save your joints while working cardio and strength, at the same time, using just a couple steps and a few simple moves. For that, we turn to Jennifer Nagel, ACE-certified

The holidays are most definitely times to celebrate family and friends and enjoy tradition. Although, many of us will be enjoying our holidays a lot differently, whether that means skipping the usual travels altogether or opting for smaller festivities. One tradition that will undoubtedly take on a new form is a Turkey Trot or other

My workout routine has changed quite a bit this year, but I look at it all through a positive lens: I’ve been able to focus my workouts and expand into so many buckets, from strength, to endurance, and flexibility. Likewise, I’ve been buying workout gear that’s well positioned for those workouts. When I go on

If you’re getting tired of the same old home workouts, allow us to hit refresh for you. We’re continuing our series of live Instagram and YouTube workouts this week with three new routines, and they’re the kind that’ll have you sweating and panting by the last rep. Check out the full schedule below, and add

Even though my drawers are stacked with tons of workout clothes, I find myself turning to the same couple of pieces again and again. A few of my favorite finds are from Old Navy because the brand’s quality continues to blow me away. Years ago, I purchased a pair of leggings from the retailer on

Iskra Lawrence is one of those celebrities and models who uses her social media platform to spread important messages around body image — and her Instagram Reels video from Nov. 18 is no exception. In it, she recognizes that a pair of jeans will not fit her, but instead of getting discouraged, she gets real.

As an athlete, sleep is one of the most important parts of my training routine. But it’s not always one of the easiest to come by for me, and I often find myself struggling to get enough meaningful shut-eye each night. Until recently, it’s been something I’ve learned to deal with. I’ve just assumed I’m

@shapedbycharlotte better than a PSL #hellofall #pumpkinseason #healthyrecipes #tiktokcooks #nutritiontips #wellness #proteinshake #smoothie #smoothies ♬ Moon (And It Went Like) – Kid Francescoli What’s better than pumpkin pie? We’d argue a pumpkin pie smoothie simply because we love to turn dessert into drinkable treats that take little to no time at all. And when protein

I have a lot of really great habits, along with a few pretty not-so-great ones. One of my biggest bad habits just happens to be procrastination. When I’m on my A game, I’m golden. I can wake up, pop out of bed, and get my day started with a workout, breakfast, or some early morning

Sprints, burpees, squat jumps, and other staples of high-intensity interval training (HIIT) are undeniably challenging. But HIIT workouts burn a ton of calories, and I know I always feel so good when I’m finished — that is, after a few days of supersore muscles. If you’re also a fan of HIIT, then you have to

✨wear your mask✨ pic.twitter.com/oScQbb37kB — morgan hurd (@morgihurd) November 16, 2020 Wearing a mask may be uncomfortable in certain situations, that’s true. But another truth is that face masks can help protect you and others from COVID-19. That being said, Team USA gymnast Morgan Hurd demonstrated an important message: if she can wear one while

It was the 1999 World Cup, and Brandi Chastain had just scored the winning goal, solidifying the US Women’s National Team’s victory over China. Chastain tore off her jersey and fell to her knees in celebration. It was a historic moment — but for the millions who watched, it wasn’t the penalty kicks or the

When it comes to shopping for workout leggings, fit is very important to me. Pants need to be the right length, have just the right amount of compression, and be mid- to high-waisted because that offers me the most amount of comfort. While shopping Old Navy’s big fitness sale recently I decided to give its

Selena Gomez has been incredibly candid about her ongoing mental health journey over the years, recently revealing she was diagnosed with bipolar disorder and opening up about managing her depression during shelter-in-place. In an interview with The Newsette for its Nov. 17 newsletter, the 28-year-old singer, joined by her mom, Mandy Teefey, once again spoke

We’re superfans of Lululemon’s sports bras — and don’t even get us started on the leggings! — but now the athletic brand is delving into a new category in the midst of COVID-19: face masks, Lululemon’s Double Strap Mask to be specific. According to a Men’s Health review of the Double Strap Mask from Lululemon,

Pilates is one of those workouts that leaves your body feeling better than when you started. Don’t misread that; Pilates definitely isn’t easy. But it is low-impact and easy on your joints, so your body doesn’t feel the pain and strain of jumping and running workouts. At the same time, the challenging poses and transitions

If you’re looking to do everything you can to prevent cavities from popping up, perfecting your flossing technique should be a priority. But for some, getting in between those back molars with floss isn’t always as breezy of a process as those front teeth. So, we reached out to dentists for their best tips on

If you’re ready for a solid, balanced week of workouts, you’ve come to the right place. We’ve got five new routines going live on our Instagram and YouTube channels this week, including HIIT, boxing, and posture-improving yoga. Basically, you’re not gonna want to miss out! Check out the full schedule below, and add it to

Before Madelaine Petsch applies her ruby red lipstick to play Cheryl Blossom on Riverdale, she likes to fit a good sweat session in — “it gets me energized for work instead of tired in the mornings,” she says. The 26-year-old actress shared footage of an a.m. workout with LA Thoma Gustin, DPT, an hour or

I’ve been trying to get myself to meditate for, oh, about two years now. I was almost sure I’d like it, too, because I imagined meditating would be similar to that relaxed, zoned-in feeling I get after yoga, when I’m lying in Savasana completely centered and calm. But I couldn’t get myself over the hump

Since I started working from home, I have struggled with regular shoulder pain for the first time in my life. Hunching over my laptop is likely to blame. Now, I’m always looking for quick new ways to take a break during the work day to stretch out my shoulders. In an answer to my prayers,