Case in point: dumbbells. This classic piece of fitness gear is a great addition to any strength training routine. In fact, we just launched an entire strength training at home guide by NASM-certified trainer BB Arrington, with dumbbells as the star. Below, you’ll find a selection of great dumbbell exercises, both recommended and demonstrated by Arrington.
Here’s why it’s important to lather up your prep surface and how to do so safely. Oil repels water, preventing moisture-loving bacteria and germs from settling into the grooves on your board. So even if you don’t cook all that much, oiling is still a good habit to get into. To further drive home why oiling is so essential, Tarek Alame and Tiffany Yu, the co-founders of California-based cutting board company Sonder LA, compare a dry board to dry hands: “The more often you wash your hands, the dryer they get....
You’re only focusing on one body part. You’re not addressing your emotions. Every injury, illness, disease or pain is linked to your mind. We discount this connection frequently, but it could be contributing to your pain. When the whole body system (mind included!) is considered there’s a chance at recovery. In traditional forms of therapy the place of pain or tear is addressed to help speed healing, usually resulting in the injured client being given some form of strengthening to protect the body part and prevent further injury....
We’ve come a long way on the road toward true gender equality, and yet sometimes it can feel like progress has halted completely. Women make up less than a quarter of the 535 members of the U.S. Congress, and as of last year, women held CEO positions of just 5 percent of Fortune 500 companies. The gender pay gap persists as well, the worst of it falling on the shoulders of women of color; Latina women make 54 cents for every dollar a man makes....
By this logic, I define success first as the progressive realization of worthy goals—goals that will bring happiness and joy to you and others. Second, it’s the ability to love and find compassion. Third, it’s to discover who you really are. Most people can’t answer the simple question, “Who am I?” They give you their name, which is another construct. Anybody can name you anything. But if you want more purpose, fulfillment, and optimal health, you need to live by these principles and tune into yourself on a deeper level....
Despite convention, this loose produce does not—I repeat, does not!—need to be placed in those plastic produce bags that line grocery stores. They also don’t need to go in plastic baggies once you get home. With the right reusable bags, you can keep them clean and fresh on the journey from the store to your fridge to your plate without ever needing to pick up one of those crinkly little eco faux pas....
But we can’t always escape into the woods on a whim. In the midst of a busy schedule or bustling city, The Great Outdoors may be temporarily out of reach, but that doesn’t mean we can’t bring nature inside to meet us exactly where we’re at. In fact, the more of an outside vibe we can bring to our life inside—the better we’ll feel. These days, we have to get extra creative about squeezing in the doses of nature wherever we can....
You wouldn’t be alone if you did: According to a survey conducted by the Associated Press, 41% of people have gotten back together with an ex. But whether or not that’s the right decision for you is a different story. Whether you admit it or not, your loved ones may be a better judge of character than you are. They notice qualities that your ex may have that are easier for you to ignore, and they can point out ways they have seen you change through the relationship....
“A toy like the Eva by Dame that folds in on the labia to vibrate without needing either partner to hold it in place can increase clitoral stimulation and increase the bottom partner’s ability to orgasm during penetration,” recommends Cooper. You could also use a vibrating cock ring as a great way to increase pleasure for both parties. (Find a list of our top sex toys for couples here.)
You’ve probably seen marula oil in luxury facial hydrators; that’s because this oil, just like the others, is rich in moisture. It’s also rich in fatty acids, antioxidants, and antimicrobial properties that make it a solution for a variety of beauty concerns. Ahead, find six ways to add marula oil into your hair, skin, and nail routine, stat:
Whether you’re simply looking to sport a new, longer ‘do, your hair is naturally thinning, or you’ve seen some shedding uptake, don’t fret. It’s certainly possible to attain your length and thickness goals with the help of some mane-boosting vitamins for hair growth.* Keep scrolling for six vitamins (well five vitamins and one mineral) for hair growth that actually work:* “Vitamin C increases the absorption of iron, which is one of the most critical nutrients for your hair,”* certified trichologist and founder of Advanced Trichology William Gaunitz, FWTS, says....
Not a fun truth to hear. But research1 has connected our psychological and physiological well-being to our sexual satisfaction. Stress, anxiety, and physical illness all put the brakes on our sexual energy. So suffice to say, after a year like 2020, we’re looking for ways to get things moving again. We’ve compiled some steamy practices to help revive sexuality. With the inspiration of body-safe and approachable sexual wellness devices by plusOne, all you’ll need here is an open mind....
Perhaps you think you need to try ayahuasca in Peru or leave your spouse to experience the spiritual awakening you crave? You can connect with your spirituality and awaken to the lessons that are meant for you—over and over again throughout your life—from the comfort of your own home. Here are six simple ways to set yourself up for a spiritual awakening: Allow your thoughts to pass without judgment, and slowly watch your mind clear of mental clutter....
It’s imperative to acknowledge how structural racism has made access to healthy food sources a struggle for Black communities. It’s also important to learn from and celebrate Black voices in the food world, so mbg rounded up an ever-growing list of men and women to know and follow. The social and economic advantages white people have because of those long-standing systems drive higher rates of food insecurity among racial and ethnic groups, the study explains....
We spoke with Charlotte Vallaeys, a Consumer Reports senior policy analyst, and Tasha Stoiber, Ph.D., a senior scientist at the Environmental Working Group, to break down exactly what you need to know about low-toxicity mattresses. These two experts spend their days researching how the materials in our homes impact our health. Below, learn more about materials to look for (and to avoid) in a mattress, which labels you can trust, and which brands are doing it right....
If your thyroid gland struggles to produce enough thyroid hormone—often as a result of chronic stress, gut issues, or poor diet—you can end up with hypothyroidism or an underactive thyroid. While true celiac disease affects only about 1% of the population, research in the last few years suggests that a lot of people are sensitive to gluten1. Gluten-sensitive people are significantly more likely to develop thyroid issues, possibly because gluten can damage your gut lining2, interfering with your hormones and causing inflammation that reaches your thyroid....
So here’s a pop quiz: At the end of the day, do you typically feel, The ultimate bummer is that each day is a precious canvas on which we paint our lives. If you are not taking the time to truly enjoy the works of art you are creating, what is the point? The solution is to develop a set of nightly practices that get you off the treadmill, savoring the art you created with your day, and pondering what works of genius you want to create in the future....
Keep reading to find our picks for the best yoga apps, so you can simply grab your mat, pick your class, and achieve all the health benefits of yoga—regardless of your location. The length of classes is also a consideration: If you prefer diving deep into longer flows, an app with plenty of longer format options will be best for you. If squeezing in a quick workout between other commitments is more your speed, an app with 10- to 20-minute flows will be better....
It’s easy to assume that because you want to be in a happy relationship, then you’re ready for one. But that’s not necessarily true. Here are nine signs you’re ready for lasting, mature love: When you’re in a relationship with someone else, you have to begin to consider their needs as equally important to your own. If you can do this, you’re in a position to be a great partner....
“Vulva are as unique and individual in their appearance as a fingerprint,” OB/GYN Suzanne Gilberg-Lenz, M.D., tells mbg. “And that uniqueness is part of their beauty.” Here are a few of those variations, according to health experts. The labia could undergo slight variations in color for different reasons. “Some people may notice that the labia may become a little redder or larger in appearance when aroused because of the increase in blood supply,” Irobunda explains....
