You know how they say, “third time’s a charm”? That proved to be unbelievably true when it came to my half marathon recovery. It went like this: first race, figuring it out; second race, totally blew it; third race, BINGO. Very much like Goldilocks, it took a little trial and error, including totally destroying my…
If you’re vegan, not a fan of dairy, or simply lactose intolerant, then get excited – we’ve made a pretty awesome discovery, and we think you’re going to like it. Of all the plant-based milks, it can be hard to choose one. Which has the most protein? Which goes best in coffee? Am I getting…
Fruits and vegetables that don’t appear perfect are easy to skip at the grocery store because, of course, there are other prettier options. But in the case that there are no other options but produce with seemingly unappetizing deformities, don’t hesitate to add it to your cart! In an “unofficial experiment” reported on by NPR,…
If you’re constantly stressed about fitting a workout into your daily schedule, we have good news. A study published by McMaster University in Hamilton, Ontario, Canada, just released a report corroborating what exercise scientists have long hypothesized: shorter, high-intensity workouts are identically as effective as longer endurance workouts. Scientists have speculated that high-intensity interval training…
Avocado and chocolate are amazing on their own, but imagine our surprise when we found that they somehow work together. Yes, you read that right – avocado mixed with chocolate. Given that avocado has a mild flavor, it takes on all the goodness of chocolate, but makes it even creamier. Besides tasting delicious and adding…
The one part of “becoming an adult” that has really been working out for me is having little routines. The routines themselves are malleable, but the structure itself has helped me get organized and set me up for success. Even if I totally mess my life up and end up in shambles, I know a…
When I got the opportunity to interview Jillian Michaels for a POPSUGAR story, I was over the moon. Not only did I have the opportunity to have a one-on-one conversation with one of the biggest legends in fitness, but I would FINALLY get to tell the woman who had such a huge impact on my…
While we totally get that seeing food in your Instagram feed might not be the most exciting, just wait until you see what we have in store today: Layered. Smoothies. Sounds basic but definitely isn’t. These gorgeous creations are just as beautiful as they are healthy, and we’re salivating all over our keyboards looking at…
Mornings on the back porch. Starting every day with a seated meditation is a beautiful way to set your intentions for the day ahead. Bring a cup of tea. Sit in silence. Breathe deeply. Set the tone for what you want yo create! Send some gratitude to the universe for the blessings you have in…
Look, we all know that exercise can help you lose weight. We know it can build muscle. We know you get stronger, leaner, more toned . . . but did you know that exercise can clear your skin? Prevent osteoporosis? Improve your sex life? Adding consistent workouts (of any kind!) into your daily routine can…
