Saturday 29 April 2017

Common Athletic Injuries in Women and How to Avoid Them

Some athletic injuries affect women disproportionately. Learn the most common sports injuries in women and steps to keep yourself healthy and injury-free.

Friday 28 April 2017

The Only Recipe You Need to Make a Perfect Skinny Margarita

The Only Recipe You Need to Make a Perfect Skinny Margarita Blog Post

There's a lot to love about a classic margarita. Hey, it's classic for a reason, right? But juicy grapefruit, mango or blood orange margaritas sound pretty good too. This margarita formula allows you to mix up a pitcher with whatever fruit flavor you're in the mood for. We use just a touch of simple syrup and add fresh fruit juice for sweetness, flavor and color. Plus, these margaritas taste so good no one will miss the cloying sweetness of a restaurant-style or premade-mix margarita—which can have 10 to 15 teaspoons of added sugar.

How to Be a Better Runner

These 7 simple steps on how to be a better runner are low-tech but high reward—and none of them require logging extra miles.

Thursday 27 April 2017

3 Mother's Day Breakfast-in-Bed Menus to Make Mom Feel Like a Queen

3 Mother's Day Breakfast-in-Bed Menus to Make Mom Feel Like a Queen Blog Post

I'm a working mother of two kids under 5. What do I want for Mother's Day? Breakfast in bed. I want to sleep in till 7 (gasp!). I want my hubby to bring me a cup of coffee and that stack of magazines I've been meaning to read for months years. And I want my family to make me breakfast while I sit lazily in the comfort of that lovely piece of furniture that doesn't see enough of me: bed.

This Muslim Teen No Longer Has to Choose Between Her Love of Boxing and Her Hijab

A new USA Boxing regulation offers athletes religious exemptions on clothing restrictions—allowing athletes to wear hijabs while competing.

Wednesday 26 April 2017

I Had a Personal Trainer and Nutritionist for a Month and It Changed Everything

With access to a personal trainer and nutritionist, plus a career coach, cooking expert, and unlimited fitness classes, what could this writer accomplish?

Ellie Goulding Doesn’t Shower After the Gym Because She ‘Never Smells’

In a recent interview, Ellie Goulding said she rarely has body odor, skips post-workout showers, and is afraid of "over-showering."

Tuesday 25 April 2017

4 Things to Know Before Increasing the Weight You Lift

When weight lifting, when should you increase the amount of weight that you lift? Answer these three questions to find out.

Friday 21 April 2017

5 Moves That Will Sculpt Your Booty

Peach emoji, IRL. These are the butt exercises trainer Jessica Bolbach of KORE New York suggests you should do to get a stronger, more sculpted butt.

The Salad Trend You Didn't Know You Needed

The Salad Trend You Didn't Know You Needed Blog Post

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Thursday 20 April 2017

Starbucks' Unicorn Frappuccino Has More Sugar Than a Coke

Starbucks' Unicorn Frappuccino Has More Sugar Than a Coke Blog Post


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The internet is buzzing, and Starbucks is behind it. The coffee chain has jumped on the unicorn trend and introduced a magical, flavor-changing, color-changing drink: the Unicorn Frappuccino.

Wednesday 19 April 2017

The Best Butt Exercises for Tight Hips

With tight hips, it can be hard to do squats, lunges, and other butt exercises. Work your glutes—and help your hips feel better—with these butt exercises.

The 7 Best Stretches for Knee Pain

Knee pain is often caused by weakness or tightness in the muscles and tendons that connect to the knees. Do these stretches to relieve tightness and knee pain.

Tuesday 18 April 2017

Watch Kathrine Switzer Cross the 2017 Boston Marathon Finish Line

Kathrine Switzer, 70, made history in 1967 when she became the first woman to complete the Boston Marathon as a registered entry.

Monday 17 April 2017

A 15-Minute Dumbbell Arms Workout You Can Do Anywhere

Show your guns some love with this 15-minute dumbbell arm workout. It hits all the major arm muscles, and sneaks in some cardio work, too!

18 Best Workout & Fitness Apps To Stay Healthy in 2017

Download your way to success with these incredible best new workout apps to help you meet your goals (along with hard work, of course).

15 Hilarious Signs From the 2017 Boston Marathon

The 2017 Boston Marathon was full of witty signs. Here, we share our favorite hilarious and inspiring posters seen on the course.

Saturday 15 April 2017

Here’s Why This Fitness Model’s Picture of Her Cellulite Is Going Viral

Fitness model Nicole Mejia took to her Instagram with a seriously inspirational message about self-esteem and self-acceptance.

Friday 14 April 2017

This Is The Reason Vanessa Hudgens Never Wears a Shirt at the Gym

In a new interview with Women's Health, Vanessa Hudgens shared the body-positive reason why she never wears a shirt when she's working out.

The Best Stretch to Get Rid of Bloating Fast

Feeling bloated? This simple yoga stretch sequence will help you get rid of bloating fast. Here's how to do it.

Tuesday 11 April 2017

8 Things You'll Only Understand If You're a Food-Allergy Mom

8 Things You'll Only Understand If You're a Food-Allergy Mom Blog Post

1. Your diaper bag is a bottomless pit.

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Just the essentials... wipes, hand sanitizer, EpiPens, Benadryl, cortisone, emergency action plan, inhaler, safe snacks, safe treats, water bottles, cell phone, charger, spare clothes. And diapers, don't forget those.

2. People Who "Pack Light" Are Not Our People

Monday 10 April 2017

14 of the Best Butt Exercises You Can Do Without a Gym Membership

These butt exercises from top trainers will sculpt and strengthen your glutes.

This Transplant Recipient Survived Cancer and Heart Failure to Compete in Ironman Triathlons

Transplant recipient Derek Fitzgerald, 44, has competed in nine Ironman triathlons in the past six years. And he's done so with someone else's heart.

Friday 7 April 2017

Iggy Azalea Says She Lost 15 Pounds in a Week From Twerking

Iggy Azalea claims she lost 15 pounds in one week from consistently twerking while filming her new music video. Here's why such rapid weight loss is dangerous.

A Foolproof Way to Grow Your Own Food (Even with a Black Thumb)

A Foolproof Way to Grow Your Own Food (Even with a Black Thumb) Blog Post


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Ever wanted to start your own garden but didn't know where to begin? Or maybe you've tried and ended up with seeds that never made it out of the ground. But don't let your black thumb get you down. We found a product to help you grow your own veggies—even if you're lacking all-star gardening skills and outdoor space.

Candace Cameron Bure’s 5 Secrets to Core Strength

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The Truth Behind Weight Lifting: To go heavy or go light?

There are benefits to weight lifting both heavy and light weights, it just depends on what you are looking to achieve in terms of strength and body goals.

Thursday 6 April 2017

Meet the 24-Year-Old Amputee Changing the Face of Yoga

Kelsey Koch just opened her own yoga studio, where she'll host a weekly workshop for people with amputations.

Wednesday 5 April 2017

Sorry, but a Hot Bath Will Never Replace a Solid Workout

A new study seems to show that a hot bath is a worthy alternative to exercising—but that's not really the case.

Anna Victoria Explains Why the "Transformation Photo" Is So Problematic

Anna Victoria, a fitness blogger with a large Instagram following, shared her own transformation photo to remind us how they can be problematic.

Tuesday 4 April 2017

The One Full-Body Stretch You Need to Take On the Day

To get your morning started on the right foot, it's important to do this one full body stretch in the morning to get your blood flowing.

11 Plank Exercises That Double as Cardio Moves

Get ready for a total-body challenge. These moving plank exercises will give you a bonus cardio workout, getting your heart rate high and increasing calorie burn.

Karlie Kloss Goes to New Heights in Exclusive Behind the Scenes Video

Watch Karlie Kloss in a behind the scenes video push herself to new limits, reach new heights, and race against a world class athlete.

7 Things Plus-Size Women Are Tired of Hearing at the Gym

Plus-size trainer Louise Green lists seven assumptions about plus-size women at the gym that are absolutely wrong.

Monday 3 April 2017

Why This Gym Is Going News-Free on Their TVs

Blink Fitness launched "Tune Out While You Work Out" and is turning off all the news every Monday during April.

These Leggings Have a 500-Person Waitlist, and They're Back on Sale Now

Ultracor's star-print leggings sold out when they debuted, but they're are back on sale at Bandier—act fast if you want a pair.

Kate Hudson's Fabletics Extends Sizing up to 3X

Kate Hudson tells SELF why it was time to make changes to her activewear line, Fabletics, to include a wider range of sizes.

Saturday 1 April 2017

Pink Just Posted an Inspiring, Empowering Message About Health, BMI, and Body Image

Pink, who had her second baby in December, took to Instagram today to share a proud gym selfie—but not for the reason you might think.