July 25, 2019 at 06:03AM by CWC There is a new “gym” on 14th Street in New York City, called Complete, that has three stair-masters, seven elliptical machines, and 10 treadmills. It also has a rooftop garden, a juice bar, a full spa, and a “Himalayan Salt” member’s lounge. The gym, which opened its doors earlier this month, is the latest addition to a new wave of fitness spaces we’re seeing across NYC that want their clients to come in, work out, and stay all day. According to Complete’s owner Alex Reznik, this particular storefront was built to “promote a strong sense of community, and give clients the opportunity to come and spend a big part of their daily life there.” It’s just the beginning in what will be a wave of physical experiences that aim to blur the lines between wellness and everything else that happens in the day. Last fall, we called “wellness under one roof” as one of the biggest trends of 2019, and since then we’ve watched wellness clubs and communities like The Well and Lina open their doors in NYC to give customers spaces where they interact with wellness in a single destination. Now, we’re seeing traditional gyms—like Complete, Equinox, and Life Time—become one-stop destinations for wellness…and life. ad_intervals[‘409717_div-gpt-ad-9261280-3’] = setInterval(function () { if (ads_ready) { clearTimeout(ad_intervals[‘409717_div-gpt-ad-9261280-3’]); googletag.cmd.push(function(){googletag.display(‘div-gpt-ad-9261280-3’);}); } }, 100); Obviously, this comes at a time when at-home and digital fitness technology has gotten smarter—with players like Obé, Mirror, Tonal, and Peloton offering fitness enthusiasts
Category: 2019 Health
4 signs you have a toxic narcissist boss who’s trolling your daily grind
July 25, 2019 at 05:00AM by CWC Similar to a vampire, a toxic narcissist is great at sucking and can’t see their own reflection when a mirror is turned to their face. (And that’s kind of weird, because you’d think a narcissist would be all about reflections, right?) But while you can confront or cut out most toxic narcissists from your life, there is one nearly unslayable version: the toxic narcissist boss. Look, we all have issues with our managers from time to time, but the toxic narcissist boss is a special breed of messed up. Their sense of crazed vanity will drain the life from you and everyone else in the room. At the same time, though…well, we all need to keep those paychecks coming. But first, how do you differentiate a toxic narcissist boss from a regular boss who’s sometimes just kind of shitty and self-absorbed? And more importantly, how do you proceed once you identify this Dracula haunting your nine-to-five? Read on to get expert-informed tips. ad_intervals[‘409160_div-gpt-ad-7435403-3’] = setInterval(function () { if (ads_ready) { clearTimeout(ad_intervals[‘409160_div-gpt-ad-7435403-3’]); googletag.cmd.push(function(){googletag.display(‘div-gpt-ad-7435403-3’);}); } }, 100); Check out 4 signs that your boss is a toxic narcissist—and what to do about it. 1. They put you down “If your boss puts you down, especially in front of other people, it can be painful and could be a sign they are getting off on it,” says relationship therapist Tammy Nelson, PhD. It’s one thing for them to take you aside for a one-on-one chat so they
It’s never been trendier to see a chiropractor—but are they all they’re cracked up to be?
July 25, 2019 at 04:00AM by CWC Recently, I’ve noticed that a growing number of my friends won’t stop talking about their chiropractor: I went to the chiropractor yesterday and I feel so good now. The chiropractor totally cleared up my brain fog. Seriously, he’s amazing. My posture is so much better thanks to my chiropractor. I literally stand up straighter. All of the above statements are real gushing accolades from my literally cracked out friends. Even Shut The Kale Up blogger Jeannette Ogden often Instagram stories her QT with her DC. But it’s not just an influencer thing: According to the National Center for Complementary Integrated Health (NCCIH), chiropractor use has risen from 9.1 percent of U.S. adults in 2012 to 10.3 percent in 2017, the latest year statistics are available. The Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) estimates that employment of chiropractors will rise 12 percent between the years 2016 and 2026. So yes, chiros are a trend here to stay. ad_intervals[‘406403_div-gpt-ad-7435403-3’] = setInterval(function () { if (ads_ready) { clearTimeout(ad_intervals[‘406403_div-gpt-ad-7435403-3’]); googletag.cmd.push(function(){googletag.display(‘div-gpt-ad-7435403-3’);}); } }, 100); Here’s the thing: I’ve always been skeptical of chiropractors. I had always assumed that they were just the people who cracked backs and helped with posture, yet many popular chiropractors, like model-favorite and Pure Change founder Charles Passler, DC, Perfect Keto founder Austin Gustin, DC, have built careers preaching about nutrition. It’s never been clear to me what chiropractors are qualified to do, and how they’re different (or potentially superior) to physical therapists or traditional
A sex expert shares 5 ways to try something new in bed
July 25, 2019 at 03:30AM by CWC Ever wish you could have a personal coach for all things sex and relationships? That’s Lila Darville, actually, and her caring, direct advice *will* transform your sex life for the better. Here, in her latest for the Well+Good Council, she provides concrete ways to explore erotic possibilities with your partner. Try one or try them all—and watch as your satisfaction grows and grows. When looking for ways to broaden your sexual experience with your partner, communication is key. But to keep the conversation going and the experiences unfolding, you may be looking for more direct inspiration. We all have different erotic languages, so it can be helpful to understand yours and your partner’s so you can work toward connecting more deeply. We should be constantly discovering the flavors of play that might be available to us and the ways to share fantasies and desires with our partner. ad_intervals[‘406827_div-gpt-ad-7435403-3’] = setInterval(function () { if (ads_ready) { clearTimeout(ad_intervals[‘406827_div-gpt-ad-7435403-3’]); googletag.cmd.push(function(){googletag.display(‘div-gpt-ad-7435403-3’);}); } }, 100); There are many ways to get inspired that can deepen communication and precision of language and facilitate a mind-body connection—and they aren’t purely visual. The ideal result of exploring erotic possibilities is creating avenues of communication where you can freely share in a low-pressure environment. Luckily, if you need some inspiration for new sexual possibilities, there are some amazing resources! Here are some of my favorite tools to open the conversation and discover things you didn’t even know you were craving. Photo: Stocksy/Vegterfoto
5 Paleo lunch recipes you can make in 5 minutes or less
July 25, 2019 at 02:01AM by CWC A few Instagram influencers aside, nobody meal preps perfectly every single week. Life happens and sometimes all those time- and budget-conscious habits fall apart. Before you know it, you’ll find yourself shelling out $15 for lunch on a regular basis. (When did chopped salads get so pricey anyway?!) If you follow a specific eating plan, such as keto, Whole30, or Paleo, figuring out where to go for lunch can be tricky and require Google searching what healthy grab-and-go places are nearby that offer meals you can actually eat and feel good about. And who has time for that? The lack of time is what got you into this situation in the first place. Even if you’re short on time, chances are, you can find five measly minutes in your day to prep a lunch. Even during those weeks when Sunday meal prep is a pie-in-the-sky dream, there are easy meals you can make very, very quickly. Each of these recipes is Paleo-approved and requires just five minutes of your time. See ya later, sad desk lunch! ad_intervals[‘410079_div-gpt-ad-8891272-3’] = setInterval(function () { if (ads_ready) { clearTimeout(ad_intervals[‘410079_div-gpt-ad-8891272-3’]); googletag.cmd.push(function(){googletag.display(‘div-gpt-ad-8891272-3’);}); } }, 100); 5 Paleo lunch recipes that take just 5 minutes to make Photo: Healing Gourmet 1. Curry chicken salad wraps Contrary to what you might think, wraps can be Paleo-friendly. The key is buying ones made withe coconut or almond flour. Pair leftover chicken with a turmeric-mayo combo, add avocado and kale, and your meal
Nike introduced us to running on air, and the Joyride will show us what it’s like to run on bubbles
July 24, 2019 at 10:00PM by CWC Gird your wallets: Nike is launching a new running shoe line that even I, a non-avid runner, need in my closet. It’s called Nike Joyride, and they are seriously making me reconsider my anti-running tendencies. Nike says running in one of these shoes is like running on bubbles, which is a truly delightful image. I spent approximately one minute running through all the other ways to describe how wearing shoes feels (clouds, Dippin’ Dots, etc.), and can say with finality that “on bubbles” is not only correct, but also how I want every pair of my shoes to feel. The bubble feeling comes from the beads, made from a plastic and rubber copolymer called “TPE,” that are strategically placed in pods in the heel portion of the footbed of the shoes. These create a unique cushion that helps with impact absorption. Nike tested over 150 materials before landing on this one (I’m assuming that their decision-making system involved some sort of bubble ranking), with the whole point being to “give your legs a day off” without, you know, actually taking a day off. ad_intervals[‘410599_div-gpt-ad-7520022-3’] = setInterval(function () { if (ads_ready) { clearTimeout(ad_intervals[‘410599_div-gpt-ad-7520022-3’]); googletag.cmd.push(function(){googletag.display(‘div-gpt-ad-7520022-3’);}); } }, 100); Image: Nike The inspo for these cushiony kicks came from noticing that parks with a paved running course almost always have a parallel path where the grass has been worn down. (This feels vaguely Whitman-esque to me.) That’s because a dirt or grass path is easier on
Make a case for dessert for breakfast with this hearty breakfast cookie skillet
July 24, 2019 at 06:30PM by CWC https://content.jwplatform.com/players/RxLBvhSa-AjgxWzQ7.js Who else has been side-stepping their sweet tooth in favor of bland breakfasts? No offense to your standard oatmeal, but there’s no reason for breakfast to win most boring meal of the day. It’s time to amp things up—which is exactly what food blogger and recipe developer Marie Reginato did at our latest Well+Good Retreat, with a dreamy dessert-turned-breakfast berry and tahini cookie skillet. “The inspiration for this recipe came from my very demanding sweet tooth,” Reginato says. “Yet I wanted to create a hearty breakfast cookie that instead uses fresh summer berries and juicy medjool dates to add pops of sweetness with every bite.” ad_intervals[‘400493_div-gpt-ad-8891272-3’] = setInterval(function () { if (ads_ready) { clearTimeout(ad_intervals[‘400493_div-gpt-ad-8891272-3’]); googletag.cmd.push(function(){googletag.display(‘div-gpt-ad-8891272-3’);}); } }, 100); The recipe requires the ultra creaminess of real milk, which is why Reginato—who’s dairy sensitive—opted for easy-to-digest Lactaid®. “It’s real dairy milk, just without the lactose,” explains Reginato. Plus, the whole shebang isn’t time-consuming, so consider it a go-to morning hack. “It’s a beautiful recipe that holds up so well over the week—making it a great quick breakfast.” Watch the video above to see this cookie skillet recipe come to life, and check out the step-by-step instructions below. Hearty Berry and Tahini Butter Breakfast Cookie Skillet Yield: 2 servings Ingredients 2½ cups oat flour 1¼ cups rolled oats 1 tsp sea salt 2 tsp ground cinnamon ½ cup tahini or peanut butter 2 tbsp melted ghee, plus extra to grease the skillet ½ cup
Confused about CBD? These are the 5 most commonly asked questions, answered by an industry insider
July 24, 2019 at 06:30PM by CWC Unless you haven’t refreshed your Instagram (or the internet) in the past year, you know that CBD is all the rage within the wellness bubble as an all-around game-changer for staying balanced. But even though CBD has become a staple part of a lot of people’s wellness routines, there’s still a ton of confusion concerning the topic. “There are a lot of misconceptions about CBD,” Virginia Savoie, product development manager for Manitoba Harvest Foods says. “People are still confused as to what CBD actually is and it is our goal to make it easier to understand.” (See? You’re totally not the only one asking the important questions.) CBD is short for cannabidiol, which is one of over a 100 naturally occurring compounds called cannabinoids extracted from the hemp or cannabis plant. “The most well-known cannabinoids are CBD, which is non-impairing, and THC which can lead to impairment,” Savoie explains. ad_intervals[‘406368_div-gpt-ad-7435403-3’] = setInterval(function () { if (ads_ready) { clearTimeout(ad_intervals[‘406368_div-gpt-ad-7435403-3’]); googletag.cmd.push(function(){googletag.display(‘div-gpt-ad-7435403-3’);}); } }, 100); Okay, so now that you have a basic understanding of what CBD is, it’s time for a few more lessons on the subject. To gain some clarity on the latest addition to everyone’s wellness routines, Savoie shared her most frequently heard CBD questions. Keep scrolling for 5 CBD questions this industry insider hears most often—and all the answers you need before adding it to your daily routine. Photo: Manitoba Harvest 1. Will it make me high? The short answer is no.
These 5-minute easy updos are saving us from the hot, hot heat of summer
July 24, 2019 at 05:00PM by CWC The term “summer hair” evokes imagery of free-spirited gals frolicking along a beach with perfectly-textured and tousled locks flowing behind them. The reality, however, tends to be a little less idyllic and a lot more sweaty, especially when it’s hot as Hades plus humidity outside (as it likely is wherever you live at this very moment, and possibly forever in the future #climatecrisis). No matter how much maintenance you’ve engaged in to keep those summer strands from frizzing out, losing their luster, and suffering sun damage, it can be tough to make a look happen rather than have it happen to you, especially when you’re just desperate to get heat-trapping hair off your sticky skin. To aid you in doing just that, I’ve culled some quick-and-dirty—but in a pretty way!—Insta inspo to serve as a guide. From top knots to low ponys, milkmaid braids to space buns, these easy updos take five minutes or less to help summer hair live up to its reputation while preventing you from hospitalization-by-heat-stroke. (Stay hydrated, though.) ad_intervals[‘410190_div-gpt-ad-7520022-3’] = setInterval(function () { if (ads_ready) { clearTimeout(ad_intervals[‘410190_div-gpt-ad-7520022-3’]); googletag.cmd.push(function(){googletag.display(‘div-gpt-ad-7520022-3’);}); } }, 100); It’s gettin’ hot out here, so take up all your hair… I am, gettin’ so hot, I want to put my hair up… 1. TWIN CHIGNONS Few I’m-desperate-to-ventilate-my-neck hairstyles can masquerade as intentional glam quite like this beauty. The flair helps. View this post on Instagram My “it’s too hot for hair today, but I have a lot
This is what kind of regal Leo you are, according to your moon sign
July 24, 2019 at 04:00PM by CWC What do Kylie Jenner and Barack Obama have in common? Aside from their stratospheric Instagram-follower counts, they’re both Leos—the fifth sign of the zodiac, assigned to those born between July 23 and August 22. Broadly speaking, it’s easy to see how the Lip Kit queen and the 44th United States President both embody Leo traits. “Leos can be very extroverted, with flare for the dramatic and expressive,” says astrologer and coach Natalia Benson, creator of the Astrology Empowerment Class Series. “But being that Leo is a fixed sign, they are also strong in their convictions and sure of themselves. Leos are very regal. It’s the nature of their sign.” (Leo is the sign of the lion, after all, AKA king of the jungle.) That said, these two famous and spotlight-loving Leos have clearly gone down very different paths: One’s dedicated his life to public service, and the other to posting selfies (and, okay, sure, some other stuff, too)—what’s that all about? Well, the sun sign is just one of many elements that make up a person’s natal astrology chart, which provides a snapshot of our personality based on the planets’ placements at our exact time and place of birth. Another key chart aspect is the moon sign, which reflects our inner selves and our emotional lives. ad_intervals[‘409850_div-gpt-ad-7435403-3’] = setInterval(function () { if (ads_ready) { clearTimeout(ad_intervals[‘409850_div-gpt-ad-7435403-3’]); googletag.cmd.push(function(){googletag.display(‘div-gpt-ad-7435403-3’);}); } }, 100); Given that the moon moves into a new sign every two days, there are