You’re working your shoulders, as the name suggests, but the stability required for this move also requires a good amount of core and glute activation, Lai adds. “Of course, other than the shoulders, your arms are holding you up, so expect some toning in those arms,” she says. And as you get better at working this move, you can also speed it up, which will elevate your heart rate and add some cardio....
Set small and specific goals instead: Unload the dishwasher. Heck, unload three glasses. Task completed and still itching for more? You can always raise the bar if you’re feeling particularly motivated. Take note that if you feel highly overwhelmed while tackling your goal, chances are it’s too high and you need to lower it to something more realistic or specific.
That’s OK—there are plenty of other ways to get rid of those pesky half-moons, both for the long and short term. Ahead, we asked experts how to target the circles at their source. There’s a pervasive notion that men’s skin is “thicker” or “tougher” than women’s—so you might wonder whether men experience less severe half-moons. But let’s unpack this myth: Research has noted that the dermis (aka where elastin and collagen are produced), is 10 to 20% thicker in men than in women1, which is why many believe men experience fewer visible signs of aging, like fine lines....
Hangnails are so common it might seem like there’s nothing you can do to prevent them, even if you regularly tend to your nails at home. PSA—that’s not exactly the case. So hangnails actually have more to do with your cuticles than the nail itself. That being said, certain nail habits, practices, and products can make the cuticle become dry—which in turn creates a hot spot for hangnails. If you pick or bite your nails—don’t be too hard on yourself....
Although it may seem intuitive to talk about this, I’d caution you to think before you act. Bringing something up this early can send a message to your potential mate that you’re anxious about your attachment and might be a high-maintenance person who can’t handle having space in a relationship. The downfall of both of these strategies is that they stem from an inability to deal with uncomfortable feelings. The uncertainty and ambiguity of not knowing where you stand are difficult to handle, and you might think you don’t have the capacity to sit back and see what happens next....
This year’s holiday season is a paradoxical source of joy and tension. Even those who’ve never suffered from anxiety and stress are wrestling with a sense of overwhelm after months of pandemic-related life changes. Those with pre-existing mental health issues are discovering that additional stressors—and disrupted holiday traditions—are exacerbating anxiety, stress, and depression. The groups that may be hit the hardest include those who are isolated due to relationship status, health issues, age, or strict social distancing preferences....
And if you’re a heavy sitter, or have stayed even remotely up to date with health news in the last decade, you know that sitting is straight-up bad for us. Taking walk breaks, even short ones, can activate our glutes and lengthen the front of the hips, essentially counteracting the physiological harm of sitting. That isn’t to say that getting up to fill your water a few times a day is going to reverse all the side effects, but we should always be looking for ways to break up our sitting with movement....
Avocado is more than just a tasty topping for toast: It’s also a nutrient-dense healthy fat1, with more potassium than bananas, plus vitamins K, C, B5, B6, and E. It’s also rich in insoluble fiber, which helps your digestion run smoothly. Since this healthy food deserves a regular spot in your diet, that’s all the more reason to make sure you’re keeping safe while prepping breakfast or lunch. If you’re an all-time avocado fan, your go-to toast might be getting a bit stale (pun intended)....
Here, we unpack what intentions are, what sets them apart from goals or affirmations, and how to harness the power of what it is you intend to do or be, with the help of experts. Grounded in the present, intentions are often used as both an anchor and guiding post. Spiritually speaking, with every intention set, you send a signal to the universe about what you need or want. This is exactly why authenticity is crucial for intention setting—intentions are only powerful if they are true to your values and beliefs....
According to relationship therapist Ken Page, LCSW, the very question of how to know when you’re in love is a profound and rich question of self-discovery. He notes that it’s important to get clear on the kind of love you’re really experiencing. “Is it infatuation? Is it healthy love? Is it love that can inspire and last? Love is a rich combination of eros, which includes the erotic, romantic, and sexual—and also the warmth and beauty of companionship and care,” he says....
I love how I have built out my space and how it is always evolving with each season of new work. I surround myself with calming colors that bring me back to the high desert where I draw most of my inspiration from. Emma received her B.A. in Environmental Science & Policy with a specialty in environmental communications from Duke University. In addition to penning over 1,000 mbg articles on topics from the water crisis in California to the rise of urban beekeeping, her work has appeared on Grist, Bloomberg News, Bustle, and Forbes....
Say you’re trying to decide if you should ask your boss for a raise or more flexible hours. And then, when you’re on your lunch break, you come across an article about how it’s important to be assertive and ask for what you deserve. In big and small ways, the universe will actively encourage us to go after something if it’s in our highest good. After living in New York City for two decades, my husband and I were ready for a change....
It’s about “putting clarity and ideals into action; social justice; and doing the right and aligned thing, even when it’s hard,” she adds. Thus, the King of Swords compels us to embody “leadership, expansion, and expression, by sharing our experiences, taking aligned action, and bringing others together,” she adds. “You can be honest and kind, which comes down to honoring your own experience, what you know to be true, and disentangling from blame,” she says, adding your best bet is to be direct and true to yourself....
Here’s how to find yours, and what it says about your relationships, career, and life’s mission. “This number will help you understand why you came here and what you are here to do,” she notes, adding that it not only speaks to your strengths and talents but also the challenges you’ll face in life. According to numerologist Michelle Buchanan, numerology is based on the idea that every number (and letter) has its own unique energetic vibration....
Melatonin has been a popular sleep aid in the U.S. for decades. Between 2007 and 2012, usage of the supplement more than doubled in America1, and millions of people now keep it at their bedside for sleepless nights. Magnesium’s entrance to the sleep market has been more recent, but initial research shows that this essential mineral could be a helpful tool for getting the mind and body ready for bed....
These discounts give you access to the same low prices as the subscription model—but you won’t have to commit just yet. (Although once you see the difference a personalized supplement routine can make in your overall well-being, you likely be on board.) Not to mention, this is one of the best vitamin C supplements out there: It features a unique, clinically researched vitamin-C-lipid-bioflavonoid complex called PureWay-C™, which research shows has better absorption and free-radical-scavenging abilities1, as well as better efficiency at raising vitamin C blood levels2 in our body than other common forms of vitamin C....
At the top of the list is the NBHWC certification, which has set the framework and standard for a high-level coaching program, created to train and prepare experts within the health and wellness field to support clients. Not sure if this particular course is right for you based on your background and goals? Here’s everything you need to know before making your decision. Reviewed by the board, adhering to strict standards, this certification solidifies your credentials....
Transformation is the name of the game—and for that, we need gear that’s up for the challenge. The Women’s UA Meridian Ankle Leggings feature a performance knit fabric that wicks sweat like a champ while staying soft and lightweight. And because these exercises will have your body moving across all planes, maximize your movement with the Women’s UA Infinity High Printed Sports Bra. Padded in a figure-8 pattern for an aerodynamic fit, this bra knows no limits… Just like you....
Towels are a part of our everyday lives. And yet, no one is talking about how environmentally taxing it can be to create them. That’s where luxury textile brand Micro Cotton shines. With a goal to become carbon neutral, Micro Cotton is taking proactive steps to reduce the amount of water and energy used in their production practices. And the best part is the quality of their soft and absorbent towels is not compromised in the process....
As they get older, Sherman notes, this independence can also translate into a need for more space than others have. However, as Beurkens adds, while they may “struggle with some adjustment issues when they get old enough to enter school and engage with peers, that mostly depends on the opportunities they’ve had as younger children to be around other kids.” She adds that research hasn’t shown the self-absorbed only-child stereotype to be true....
