With so much emphasis placed on the butt and thighs, it’s easy to overlook the calf muscles. But given just how much we put our lower bodies through, this is never a good idea; weak, tight, or shortened calves are an easy doorway to injury and chronic issues like plantar fasciitis. These calf exercises will…
Before I learned more about heart rate monitors, I assumed they were just for people with heart conditions. Little did I know that they’re one of the most accurate ways to log your workout progress and ensure an optimal exercise experience. And there are so many ways to wear an HRM and seamlessly integrate it…
Kelsie Whitmore and Stacy Piagno are the first women to play on a professional baseball team with men since the 1950s.
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throwing out the first pitch for the Houston Astro’s ⚾️✨ @astrosbaseball Thank you so much for having my family and I! A photo posted by Simone Biles (@simonebiles) on Jul 4, 2016 at 1:42pm PDT If you thought Simone Biles’s gymnastic skills couldn’t get any better, think again! The 19-year-old athlete threw the first pitch…
At a recent cooking class we attended with House Foods Tofu, chef Melissa King taught us this delicious red rice salad recipe. With crispy, savory, protein-packed tofu; hearty, fiber-full red rice; and fresh Summer veggies, this vegan, gluten-free salad is super filling, satisfying, and loaded with good-for-you vitamins and minerals. Although the steps may seem…
We’re all about eating the rainbow – adding color to your meals not only boosts essential nutrients, it also ups antioxidant levels in a major way. If you’re looking to start a rainbow eating plan, this quinoa salad is a great place to start. It’s full of fresh veggies and whole grains, resulting in a…
Someone once told me my thighs were ‘cellulite city’. But I now realize these thighs tell a story of victory and courage. I will not let others dictate what they think my body should look like for their own comfort, and neither should you. #beautybeyondsize #effyourbeautystandards A photo posted by A S H L E…
Mangoes are like nature’s candy, so organically sweet and full of flavor. The mango is also an incredibly dynamic fruit – it can mix into a salsa, salad, or smoothie. And no matter how you pair your mangoes, it’s like a bit of tropical paradise with every bite. Related Stories: 11 Healthy Smoothies to Help…
By now you’ve likely heard about souping and soup cleanses. We love soups, and we love cleanses that don’t leave you hungry, so naturally, we’re into this healthy food trend. Related Stories: I Survived My First Soup Cleanse (and Liked It) So we took a look at what goes into a soup cleanse – and…
So you’re ready to start indoor cycling – or you’re already an avid cyclist, wondering what it’s like “on the other side.” Have you been a strict gym-cyclist? Or are you a boutique studio addict? To see how the classes stacked up, I put them toe to toe (literally) with my superscientific “control group” shoes…
