June 28, 2019 at 07:50AM by CWC Most people, it seems, are on a quest to eat more plants, but if you’re a meat eater—or more aptly, a meat lover—giving up juicy beef burgers and crispy, flavorful bacon can be very, very hard. Tofu and seitan—the all-stars of the meat substitute world—don’t exactly hit the spot. But mushrooms as meat substitute? Now you’re onto something. It’s no secret that companies are getting closer to creating alternative meats that taste startling like the real thing. Impossible Foods and Beyond Meat in particular have won over many carnivores for not only tasting like meat but looking like it, too. One gripe, however, is that many point out how they are still very processed foods, and the ingredients list isn’t exactly simple. (Methylcellulose, maltodextrin, and cultured dextrose—delicious!) For people who want to eat less meat but also want to be able to recognize everything what they’re eating is made of, this is a challenge. But recently, a very recognizable ingredient, the humble mushroom, is starting to pop up as the latest healthy meat substitute. ad_intervals[‘404574_div-gpt-ad-8891272-3’] = setInterval(function () { if (ads_ready) { clearTimeout(ad_intervals[‘404574_div-gpt-ad-8891272-3’]); googletag.cmd.push(function(){googletag.display(‘div-gpt-ad-8891272-3’);}); } }, 100); Natural salad dressing company, Hansley Foods, is using mushrooms as the primary ingredient in their “bacon” bites, after realizing that burned bits taste surprising similar to the real thing. As Fast Company points out in the same article highlighting Hansley Foods, fast-food chain Sonic is also selling blended burgers, using mushrooms to decrease the amount of
Month: June 2019
This 3-move, total-body workout packs in a full sweat sesh in a matter of minutes
June 28, 2019 at 07:00AM by CWC First things first, let’s get one thing straight: You can’t target all of your muscles evenly in every single movement you perform—otherwise you’d be doing burpees all day, every day. “There’s no way to evenly use all muscle groups throughout any strength exercise since the purpose of strength exercise is to isolate one certain area,” explains New York Sports Club Lab master instructor Bianca Vesco explains. “Specifically, if you’re focusing on smaller muscle groups, you have to use a light enough weight for that area, so that the stronger muscles surrounding it don’t take over.” Just because you can’t target everything in one fell swoop doesn’t mean it’s impossible to train your body to use all your muscles though. The trick is to 1) be mindful and present in your body, and 2) commit a killer full-body workout to memory. According to Y7 studio instructor Caitlyn Casson, total body training starts with a simple shift in awareness. “Often we work out to target specific areas of the body: the booty, the biceps, the abs,” she starts. “But, let’s remember that the body is a fully connected structure, each piece connects to something else.” With this small shift in awareness, Casson explains that we can keep all parts of the body engaged and present in every movement. “You’re doing squats for your booty? Can you also engage your abs and back muscles to support the motion of the squat?” she asks. “Or maybe you
You’ll work *all* the muscles in your core with this 15-minute ab workout
June 28, 2019 at 06:48AM by CWC [youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8y1sVegqTGs] Ready to fire up your core? Slay this 15-minute ab workout, courtesy of Charlee Atkins. Watch the video. I love a good at-home workout. But ab workouts—out of the zillions of options out there—are pretty easy to do just about anywhere. Like, you could squeeze in a great ab workout on the floor in your kitchen, or the stairwell at your office, or even in the aisle of an airplane, if you’re so inclined. The moves I’m bringing with me everywhere this summer? Charlee Atkins’s 15-minute bodyweight ab workout. The superstar trainer and founder of Le Sweat and Le Stretch just gave Well+Good an exclusive core-shaking workout that requires no equipment besides a mat and your body. ad_intervals[‘404544_div-gpt-ad-9261280-3’] = setInterval(function () { if (ads_ready) { clearTimeout(ad_intervals[‘404544_div-gpt-ad-9261280-3’]); googletag.cmd.push(function(){googletag.display(‘div-gpt-ad-9261280-3’);}); } }, 100); Seriously, this ab workout going to work muscles you didn’t even know you had. Atkins’s workout consists of two sets that you cycle through twice, with four moves per set. Ready, go! Here’s a perfect 15-minute ab workout, courtesy of Charlee Atkins First Set 1. Classic crunch: Lying on your back on the mat, lift your head up, raising your chest towards the ceiling while keeping your lower back pressing into the mat. Your heels should be fingertip length from your booty. Keep your elbows open and lift your chest up. Each time you crunch, breathe out and press your lower back into the mat to target the abs. 2. Reverse curl: With
Is it okay, psychologically and otherwise, to have sex in the same room as your pet?
June 28, 2019 at 06:27AM by CWC Though it would be just swell to own an adorable corgi named Waffles, there are several reasons why I elect not to have a dog right now. Namely, I am not even 1 percent responsible enough for that. I can barely find the time to take care of myself, let alone set aside some Kibbles ‘n Bits, reserve a dog walker if I want to be out past 6 p.m., take necessary precautions to ensure the pup isn’t in the room (and, thus, irreparably scarred) every time I want to have sex, or, if the pet does walk in on it, make sure they don’t try to get in on the action. Oh, don’t act like this hasn’t happened to you, pet owners. Every friend of mine who boldly shares a studio or one-bedroom apartment with their fur baby has at least one story about how it walked in on sex. What I’ve never learned, though, is intel on whether they kept going at it. Which brings up an interesting question: Is it…bad, or unadvisable for any reason if you have sex in the same room as your pet? ad_intervals[‘404371_div-gpt-ad-7435403-3’] = setInterval(function () { if (ads_ready) { clearTimeout(ad_intervals[‘404371_div-gpt-ad-7435403-3’]); googletag.cmd.push(function(){googletag.display(‘div-gpt-ad-7435403-3’);}); } }, 100); Well, good news first: If you do it in front of your pet, it likely has no idea what’s going on. Unlike if your child walked in on sex, there’s nothing psychologically scarring about it for Coco or Fluffy or Tails.
6 Genius ways to wear your bathing suit every single place you go this summer
June 28, 2019 at 06:00AM by CWC By now, summer has commenced (okay, okay it officially starts on the 21st, but you know what I mean) and so too has stocking up on an arsenal of swimwear. Maybe I’m alone in this, but since we have to pack so much warm-weather goodness into such a short timeframe, I personally want to make good use of every single opportunity I have to slip into my latest waterproof wears. And that’s exactly why this summer, I challenge you to exponentially expand the time wearing those summer essentials by turning them into full-on outfits. How, you ask? By substituting swimsuits for bralettes, crop tops, T-shirts, and camisoles. Whether you’re headed to a cocktail party or Sunday morning brunch, try out these six looks that will have you wearing swimwear IRL—all summer long. J.Crew Underwire One-Piece Swimsuit in Leopard Print ($118); Zara Satin Skirt ($40); Mango Leather Biker Jacket ($200); Aquazzura So Nude 105mm Sandals ($695) ad_intervals[‘398343_div-gpt-ad-7520022-3’] = setInterval(function () { if (ads_ready) { clearTimeout(ad_intervals[‘398343_div-gpt-ad-7520022-3’]); googletag.cmd.push(function(){googletag.display(‘div-gpt-ad-7520022-3’);}); } }, 100); Edgy after-hours For the edgier dressers, this is the perfect time to bust out that bustier-style leopard one-piece you love so much for summertime swims. It makes the perfect bodysuit when expertly paired with a black silk skirt, leather jacket, and heels. Madewell Second Wave Crisscross One-Piece Swimsuit ($70); Slink Jeans Frayed Denim Shorts ($59); Alison Lou Neon Medium Jelly Hoops ($145); Loewe Gate Logo-Embossed Leather Espadrille Sandals ($430) Just the classics Sometimes all
Spinning is supposed to be easy on your joints—so why does it make my knees hurt?
June 28, 2019 at 05:02AM by CWC I have a complicated relationship with spinning. I love working out in a space that’s dark and loud so no one can see the faces I’m making or hear my screams. The energy levels are always through the roof, and if there’s a good playlist, I can totally zone out and leave it all on the bike. But whenever I go, especially if it’s been a while, I get knee pain. About halfway through my knee starts doing this creaky thing that freaks me out. Isn’t the point of spinning that it’s supposed to be easier on your joints than other forms of cardio like running? “Low-impact indoor cycling doesn’t mean no impact,” says NYC-based Flywheel instructor Bobby McMullen. “Running, by design, repeatedly introduces stress through your feet up into your knee joints with every stride. Riding a stationary bike neutralizes much of that trauma and focuses on muscular activity.” “Any time a client says they’re experiencing pain I make sure they understand that their body is smarter than me,” McMullen says. “Pain is a frustrating indication that something probably isn’t right.” ad_intervals[‘404393_div-gpt-ad-9261280-3’] = setInterval(function () { if (ads_ready) { clearTimeout(ad_intervals[‘404393_div-gpt-ad-9261280-3’]); googletag.cmd.push(function(){googletag.display(‘div-gpt-ad-9261280-3’);}); } }, 100); Reasons why you might experience knee pain during indoor cycling Incorrect seat adjustment “Seat height and seat distance are the main perpetrators of knee pain. If your bike is set up too low, your knees are taking on additional strain by failing to properly extend and overusing your
Meet the 3-part Moroccan shower equation—aka the secret to your smoothest skin ever
June 28, 2019 at 04:00AM by CWC I’ve always considered washing my body to be a fairly dull act. Lather, rinse, and…that’s it. It doesn’t even require a “repeat” step the way washing your hair does. But on a recent trip to Morocco with Around the World Beauty, I had the chance to visit a traditional Hammam, and my perception of what it means to take care of my body skin was forever changed. A quick history lesson on Hammams: The traditional baths have been an integral part of Moroccan culture for centuries, and date back to the Roman and Ottoman Empires. They began as public bathhouses where women could go to get professionally cleansed and scrubbed (keep in mind this was long before most people had baths or showers in their homes), and morphed into cultural epicenters—particularly for women. Moroccan women would go to the bathhouses to catch up and share ideas, and would leave with their skin feeling silky smooth. ad_intervals[‘394414_div-gpt-ad-7520022-3’] = setInterval(function () { if (ads_ready) { clearTimeout(ad_intervals[‘394414_div-gpt-ad-7520022-3’]); googletag.cmd.push(function(){googletag.display(‘div-gpt-ad-7520022-3’);}); } }, 100); While the cultural significance of the Hammam may have changed (case in point: you can now partake in the traditional treatments in private at luxury spas), the beauty practices have remained steadfastly the same. The treatment utilizes three ingredients indigenous to Morocco—black soap, Rhassoul clay, and argan oil—as well as a special type of exfoliating mitt to slough off every dead skin cell on your body. “The benefits of the hammam include cleansing and detoxification,
4 signs your co-worker is really gaslighting you at work
June 28, 2019 at 03:08AM by CWC Imagine this: You’re sitting in a meeting with your co-worker, who nonchalantly informs you about a directive from your boss you’ve never heard anything about. Confused, you quickly scan your notes and calendar to see if something has changed since your last meeting. You find nothing (despite priding yourself in being exceptionally detail oriented), but your colleague maintains their stance, making you straight-up question your sanity. Did they actually tell me this? Did I forget to write it down? Maybe they’re confusing me with someone else? Soon you’re questioning what’s expected of you, simply because this isn’t the first time your co-worker has denied and countered your thoughts, and you’re starting to wonder why it’s happening again. Well, friends, this is a prime example of gaslighting at work. For those who might not be familiar with this term, gaslighting is a tactic for gaining control via manipulation, blame, invalidation, and/or withholding information from other people. While this term is often associated with romantic relationships, gaslighters can come in many forms and can be tough to spot in the act, because they tend to be pretty convincing in their narrative. In light of this, you’re inclined to believe them, assume you’re wrong, and—bam—you’ve been gaslighted. ad_intervals[‘401295_div-gpt-ad-7435403-3’] = setInterval(function () { if (ads_ready) { clearTimeout(ad_intervals[‘401295_div-gpt-ad-7435403-3’]); googletag.cmd.push(function(){googletag.display(‘div-gpt-ad-7435403-3’);}); } }, 100); “People who gaslight usually [have] low self-esteem, and their ability to convince you that they’re right [about a situation] gives them a sense of power and
Here’s how to eat healthy at Denny’s, according to a registered dietitian
June 28, 2019 at 02:00AM by CWC You could be stranded in a town you’ve never been to before, starving at 1 a.m. and you can still count on Denny’s to come through. The open 24/7 diner has a special place in many hearts, from up-all-night college students to grandparents partial to an early-bird special. But where do healthy-minded eaters fit in? “Overall, Denny’s does have good healthy options, although you have to be a bit clever if you’re vegan,” says Jenna Gorham, RD. (Phew.) “A lot of their meals are high in sodium, so that something to be aware of,” she adds. To make things easier, Gorham shares the best menu picks if you’re vegan or vegetarian, ketogenic, or on a gluten-free eating plan. Even if you don’t follow a specific diet and simply have the goal to eat healthfully overall, you can still apply her tips to your life. Denny’s vegetarian and vegan options: Menu picks: Fit Fare veggie sizzlin’ skillet; Fit Fare loaded veggie omelette ad_intervals[‘400900_div-gpt-ad-8891272-3’] = setInterval(function () { if (ads_ready) { clearTimeout(ad_intervals[‘400900_div-gpt-ad-8891272-3’]); googletag.cmd.push(function(){googletag.display(‘div-gpt-ad-8891272-3’);}); } }, 100); What an RD says: Denny’s doesn’t have any meals on the menu that are entirely vegan, but Gorham figured out a smart workaround. “You can order the sizzlin’ skillet or veggie omelette and just ask for no eggs,” she says. That way, you’re still getting lots of nutrient-dense veggies. For vegetarians who eat eggs, her picks are the same, with the eggs, which gives good protein. Order tweaks: Vegans
5 Aloe Vera Products For Max Hydration (Even If You Didn’t Get Sunburned)
June 28, 2019 at 02:03AM Reach for these after a day at the pool. Continue Reading… Author Alexandra Engler | Life by Daily Burn Selected by CWC