Monday 27 February 2017

Your First Indoor Cycling Class: 8 Things to Know

Top trainers break down the basics of the bike and explain what you need to know before your first indoor cycling class.

This Chalkboard Wall Planter Lets You Grow Edible Art That Looks Good AND Tastes Good

This Chalkboard Wall Planter Lets You Grow Edible Art That Looks Good AND Tastes Good Blog Post

Wall Planter (Williams Sonoma)

Kick off the spring growing season with this living wall in your kitchen. Research shows that indoor plants may help brighten your mood, reduce stress and clean the air too. All you need is a sunny window.

Call for Nominations: EatingWell's 2017 American Food Heroes

Call for Nominations: EatingWell's 2017 American Food Heroes Blog Post

EatingWell is launching an annual list of our top heroes: people who are making food in America better right now. We need your help to make this work! We want to know who you think deserves to be added to our list.

Why is EatingWell doing this? We're committed to shining a light on the most important food, sustainability and nutrition issues of the day. We help readers understand where their food comes from and its impact on the environment, family, health and community. Our list will recognize and celebrate the great work and change happening now.

Friday 24 February 2017

Sell-By Dates Have You Confused? Not Anymore

Sell-By Dates Have You Confused? Not Anymore Blog Post

We've all been there: you're digging through the fridge to find an ingredient for dinner and you stumble upon a yogurt you bought a few weeks ago. It was buried in the back and you forgot about it (oops!), so you check the expiration date. It was three days ago. What should you do? With more than 10 different types of date labels for food products—including sell by, best by, use by, expires by—it can be confusing. Do we take a whiff, nibble a small bite and hope for the best or just toss it?

22 Fitness Pros Share Their Favorite Abs Exercises

22 different personal and group trainers tell SELF their fav core move to get the abs working overtime.

Thursday 23 February 2017

Celeb DJ Vashtie Shares Her Go-to Workout Playlist

Vashtie has worked with celebs like Drake and Solange, and now you can listen to her favorite jams while you run on the treadmill.

Wednesday 22 February 2017

Gigi Hadid Shares Her Favorite Workouts in New Reebok Video

Twenty-one-year-old model and newly minted Reebok spokesperson Gigi Hadid dishes on her all her favorites in a new Reebok video.

Black Women and Fitness: a Conversation with Black Girls RUN!

BGR! encourages black women to go the distance, and the group is increasing running diversity in the process.

Monday 20 February 2017

Magical Color-Changing Tea You Need to See to Believe (and It's Totally Natural)

Magical Color-Changing Tea You Need to See to Believe (and It's Totally Natural) Blog Post

Blue Color-Changing Tea

You've heard of green tea, black tea and white tea. But a blue tea that changes color—naturally? Now that's something you've got to see.

Related: Why Naturally Blue Foods Are Good for Your Health

Thursday 16 February 2017

Women's Ski Jackets, Pants, and Gear You Need to Hit the Slopes

Everything you need to know and all the awesome gear including women's ski jackets that you'll need to buy.

28 Black Fitness Pros You Should Be Following on Instagram

Here's a list of phenomenal black women who are devoted to the fit life. Scrolling through their images will definitley inspire you to get up and get moving!

Wednesday 15 February 2017

Kate Upton Graces 3 'Sports Illustrated' Swimsuit Covers

Strength training helped model Kate Upton, who's on three different covers of the 'Sports Illustrated' swimsuit edition, feel better than ever.

Is Wearing Leggings Without Underwear to Work Out OK?

If you like the idea of going commando at the gym, here's what you need to know before wearing your leggings without underwear.

Plus-Size Workout Tips: 10 Things to Know Before Starting a Fitness Plan

Plus-size trainer Louise Green, author of *Big Fit Girl*, offers ten tips for plus-size women who want to start working out.

Tuesday 14 February 2017

What Causes the Legendary Runner's High and How to Feel It

We could all use a little boost mid run. Here's why the runner's high happens and how you can up your chances of feeling it.

Here's What Your Bike Seat Is Doing to Your Vagina

For anyone who's ever felt numb after cycling class. We asked experts if a bike seat can cause lasting damage down there.

Monday 13 February 2017

5 Must-Know Workout Tips If You're New to Exercise

Workout tips to stay motivated, have fun, avoid injury, and prevent burnout when you're a fitness beginner.

Saturday 11 February 2017

How To Make an Epic DIY Champagne Cocktail Bar

How To Make an Epic DIY Champagne Cocktail Bar Blog Post

Champagne Cocktail Bar

Everything You Need to Throw the Best Galentine's Day Brunch

Everything You Need to Throw the Best Galentine's Day Brunch Blog Post

Valentine's Day is cool and all, but this year, I'm all about Galentine's Day.

The day before Valentine's Day, AKA "Galentine's Day," is a day designated by parks director Leslie Knope on Parks and Recreation to celebrate all the leading ladies in your life. I'll let Knope explain, "Oh it's only the best day of the year. Every February 13th, my lady friends and I leave our husbands and our boyfriends at home, and we just come and kick it, breakfast-style. Ladies celebrating ladies. It's like Lilith Fair, minus the angst. Plus frittatas."

Friday 10 February 2017

How High-Intensity Interval Training Can Maximize Your Calorie Burn

High-intensity interval training can help your body burn more calories at rest. Here, experts discuss how this incredible phenomenon works.

Thursday 9 February 2017

6 Things You Need To Know Before Barre Class

Your first barre class will be a fun, challenging workout when you follow these fitness tips for beginners.

Embracing Strength Training Helped This Woman Reach Her Fitness Goals

Fitness Instagrammer @ah.fitty posted a before-and-after photo that shows how swapping cardio for strength training made a difference.

Tuesday 7 February 2017

6 Boxing-Inspired Exercises for a Total-Body Workout

Rumble cofounder Noah Neiman shares six strength training moves that let you channel your inner Rocky.

Women's Yoga Retreats That Are Totally Worth It.

Plus, there's still time to sign up for one of these 11 retreats, in and out of the country. We let you know what's included with each purchase.

Monday 6 February 2017

5 Safe And Effective Core Exercises For New Moms

These small Pilates moves make a big difference.

Emma Stone’s Trainer, Jason Walsh, Has One Amazing Go-To Move

Emma Stone's trainer, Jason Walsh, is all about deadlifts. Here, we explain why the move is pretty great.

Gisele Bündchen Reportedly Uses Her Kids' Trampoline As A Fitness Tool

Supermodel Gisele Bündchen relies on various methods to stay fit, and a new report says she's added her kids' trampoline into the mix.

Everything You Need In Your Pilates Gym Bag

Pack your bag with cute tank tops, leggings and leg warmers, plus freshen up after Pilates class with a few key beauty products.

The One Formula You Need to Make the Perfect Lunch Bowl

The One Formula You Need to Make the Perfect Lunch Bowl Blog Post

The Only Recipe You Need to Make Healthier Peanut Butter Balls

The Only Recipe You Need to Make Healthier Peanut Butter Balls Blog Post

Rice Crispy Peanut Butter Balls

Related: Healthy Peanut Butter Recipes

Just like Oprah loves bread, I love peanut butter. There is never a day that my pantry is peanut-butter-less. I could easily eat the stuff by the spoonful, and sometimes do.

Saturday 4 February 2017

How Running Slow Helps You Get Faster

It might seem counterintuitive, but hear us out. Here's why running slow belongs in every runner's training program.

Thursday 2 February 2017

Ending Her Obsession With A 'Flat Stomach' Helped This Woman Crush Her Fitness Goals

Under-eating sabotaged one blogger's fitness goals. But when she began making her health her first priority—she saw major results.

Wednesday 1 February 2017

This Super Bowl Menu Is So Extra You Won't Even Want to Watch the Game

This Super Bowl Menu Is So Extra You Won't Even Want to Watch the Game Blog Post

There are two reasons to go to a Super Bowl party. One, to watch the game. Two, for the food. We tend to be on team two because, let's be honest, a Super Bowl party is the perfect opportunity to dish out and enjoy some delicious food.

We've put together some of our favorite lightened-up game-day recipes that are sure to steal the show (sorry, Tom Brady).