March 16, 2019 at 05:00AM by CWC I try to refrain from groaning aloud in group fitness classes. Grunting, cheering, gasping for breath—all of those I do regularly. But I’ve never been the type to outwardly “boo” when an instructor announces what’s coming up next in the workout. Except, that is, when I’m asked to do burpees. The notoriously difficult move can be done in a bunch of different ways, but the most common involves the following steps: squatting down, kicking your legs behind you so you’re in a plank, a push-up, jumping your feet back in, and jumping explosively up. But burpees don’t come in sets of just one. I’ve been asked to do thirty burpees in a row, work through a ladder count of burpees, and, somehow hardest of all, do burpees for the entire length of Demi Lovato’s “Sorry Not Sorry.” Even though I’ve never exactly enjoyed flinging myself onto the ground only to jump back up, I’ve always justified the move with the fact that it’s a favorite of so many trainers. Burpees just feel hardcore. But Ben Bruno, celebrity trainer who works with clients like Kate Upton and Chelsea Handler, is here to change my (and hopefully some of my trainers’) minds. In fact, he recently shared an anti-burpee manifesto on Insta. In an all-text Instagram post titled “Why I Don’t Like Burpees,” Bruno shared some of the downsides of the popular exercise. Some of his qualms lie within the move itself: “High-impact exercise puts undo
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7 super-attainable habits Halle Berry swears by to stay healthy
March 16, 2019 at 04:00AM by CWC If you follow Berry on Instagram, you know the 50-something actress (how is that possible?) is super into fitness. The Oscar winner-turned-action hero—who’s still the only black woman to win an Academy Award for best actress, BTW—frequently posts tips and hardcore workouts with her trainer Peter Lee Thomas. And yes, Berry is just as much of a buff badass in real life as she is on screen. And on top of that, she’s a regular pro when it comes to healthy eating and making self-care a priority. And best of all: She’s generous with advice! (Which is great, because who doesn’t want to get Halle-healthy?) With a fierce wellness résumé like that, she’s got a lot to share—and these are the seven health habits the ageless superstar relies on year in, year out. 1. She trains with Bulgarian bags You know, the super-heavy sand-filled bags that are commonly used by Olympic athletes and wrestlers. No big deal. After her trainer introduced them to her, she was instantly hooked and uses them for strength training, cardio, and plyometrics. Even five minutes swinging or carrying around one of them—which can weigh up to 50 pounds—will leave you sore for days. 2. She improvises her workouts As a huge lover of all things fitness, Berry isn’t going to let a day go by without moving her body in some way. Case in point? Transforming a gallon jug of water in her fridge into a kettlebell for a sweat-inducing series of
How To Make Kefir At Home
March 16, 2019 at 03:26AM How to make kefir at home, including kefir grains, what milks to use, and its health benefits. Continue Reading… Author Joni Sweet | Life by Daily Burn Selected by iversue
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March 16, 2019 at 02:10AM Research shows women love watching women get intimate with each other. Continue Reading… Author Kelly Gonsalves | Life by Daily Burn Selected by iversue
Never skip breakfast again with this healthy and flavorful post-workout meal
March 16, 2019 at 02:00AM by CWC Brunch typically involves a sky-high stacks of pancakes, bagels slathered with cream cheese, breakfast burritos, and unlimited mimosas—satisfying in the moment, sure, but hard to stomach after a difficult workout. But what if I told you there’s a healthy post-workout meal that’s just as good and better for you? After Ellie Bullen of Elsa’s Wholesome Life finishes an exercise, she seeks a meal that’s going to nourish her body. And while she loves homemade vegan fried eggs and colorful smoothie bowls, nothing tops her Plant Power Bowl loaded with muscle-building plant protein. View this post on Instagram A post shared by ELLIE BULLEN ⋆ PLANT-BASED (@elsas_wholesomelife) on Mar 11, 2019 at 5:00am PDT //www.instagram.com/embed.js “It’s one of my favorite filling breakfasts—well kinda more like a breakfast and lunch or ‘brunch,’ as I like to have my first meal between 10am and 12pm after a coffee, workout, and some work,” she writes on Instagram. “It’s packed with plant protein, healthy fats, unrefined carbohydrates, vitamins, minerals, and lots of fiber.” Sounds like a winner, right? And the ingredients in this power bowl are simple. For the ultimate meal, she combines baked cinnamon pumpkin, kale, quinoa, a tofu scramble, avocado, hemp seeds, sprouts, almond feta, and a sweet and creamy maple and tahini sauce. Now she’s only missing one thing: a delicious mocktail to round out her healthy brunch. Find out why having pizza for breakfast might be healthier than cereal. Or, learn how to make Jennifer Garner’s favorite breakfast. Continue Reading…
This Is How To Not Stress About Money So Damn Much
March 16, 2019 at 01:29AM A personal finance expert and business analyst shares her top tips. Continue Reading… Author Jill Schlesinger | Life by Daily Burn Selected by iversue
Make room in your closet: These 7 activewear brands are cute, comfy, and come in sizes up to *at least* 3X
March 15, 2019 at 04:00PM by CWC It’s hard enough to find workout wear that looks and feels good on your body. It’s even more difficult to find a single brand that’s doing it well for an inclusive size range. Today, though, more activewear brands are making it their mission to create clothing to fit everybody. And guess what? They’re doing it in a way that isn’t only accessible, but also super-fashionable. The below seven brands are offering sizes that range from XS to 3X (and then some). They are setting the bar for all others to follow suit, making the statement that you don’t have to sacrifice quality or style for size. Here are the best size-inclusive workout brands you need to know. Good American Buy Now Good American The True Strength Sports Bra $49 Buy Now Good American The Icon Bike Short $65 Buy Now Good American The Gloss Sculpt Jumpsuit $139 Good American has built its entire brand (jeans, bodysuits, activewear, and more) on the platform of size inclusivity. Whether that means offering identical styles in straight and plus sizes or proving that you can’t very well put any body shape or size in a simple category, Good American has your back, with a size range that goes from XS to 4XL. Nike Buy Now Nike Sportswear Heritage Fleece Crew $60 Buy Now Nike Sportswear Graphic Leggings $50 Buy Now Nike Swoosh Medium-Support Sports Bra $30 Buy Now https://www.nike.com/t/swoosh-womens-medium-support-sports-bra-plus-size-2vzVmb $30 Longtime fitness staple Nike now makes workout
Spring break travel horoscope: Where to go, according to your sign
March 15, 2019 at 03:00PM by CWC It might not feel like the case, but spring is coming…eventually. And though the days of partying it up in during a designated spring break timeframe might be behind you, there’s something to be said for escaping during that calendar window. But with so many destinations available for your wanderlusting desires, how do you pick the best spot for you? Why not look to the stars for the answers? After all, your zodiac sign can be a helpful resource for determining the best vacation for your specific personality and also for figuring out exactly what to do when you get there. That’s precisely where Katie Huang and Paula Pavlova, the astrology experts behind Moonbox, a subscription service integrating your beauty routine with the lunar cycle, come in. Below, they outline the best travel destinations for each zodiac sign, so the only thing left for you to do is book your tickets. Check out where to travel this spring, according to your zodiac sign. Graphics: Well+Good Creative Aries: Vipassana Meditation Retreat Symbolized by the ram, Aries love to be number one—which is why they’re the first sign of the zodiac. Ruled by fire, they like to dive headfirst into everything and think later, which can lead to some sticky situations. Basically, they’d do best to slow down…way down. That’s why Vipassana, a 10-day silent retreat that takes place in worldwide locations, is just the ticket. Calming the physical body extends to calming the inner fire in the
Trying To Eat Healthier? Stop Focusing On What You “Can’t” Have, Says Science
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Why working out without a mirror helps me love my body more
March 15, 2019 at 01:16PM by CWC As I adjusted the settings on my bike before a spin class got underway recently, one sports-bra wearing rider nearby was busy moving her bike so she could have a direct view into the mirror. Nope, the bikes aren’t screwed into the floor, but hoisting 140 pounds of steel into a new spot was still a bold move—all in the name of shirtless self-adoration. Me, on the other hand? Given the choice between working out in front of a mirror or, heck, exercising while blindfolded, I’d pick door number two every time. Years ago, I took my no-mirror policy to an extreme. I was so afraid of looking at my overweight body that I avoided them altogether, except for a two-inch compact case I used to apply my makeup. Even catching my reflection in a shop window or steel elevator door felt too painful. Maybe that’s why the only form of exercise I’d ever really enjoyed (or stuck to) in the past was swimming. In the water, I was able to shift the focus away from what I looked like and really tune inward, process my stress, escape harmful self-talk, and appreciate that there was more to me than cellulite. Eventually, I discovered that working out on dry land could offer me all of the mental benefits I experienced when exercising in a pool—the key was to avoid all the distraction that the mirror provides. Because let’s face it, when it comes to