February 25, 2019 at 05:02AM by CWC How exactly do you fuel for a 10-mile trail run, full-body strength training, and another workout in the afternoon? That’s a daily question for 26-year-old Team USA track and field athlete Colleen Quigley, who’s expected to compete at the 2020 Olympics. Quigley is just as passionate about healthy eating as she is about running. After studying dietetics at Florida State University, she launched her own site to share ways to eat healthy, and publishes a weekly newsletter full of yummy recipes. Quigley, who competed in the 2016 Rio Olympics, has spent recent weeks in full-on training mode with her teammates at Altitude Camp in Colorado Springs, Colorado. And it’s paid off—on Saturday, Quigley won her first national title, beating out fellow Team USA track member Shalane Flanagan in the Women’s Mile at the USTAF Indoor Track Championships. View this post on Instagram Winning is fun, but winning in New York City is the best!! Had to borrow a line from my teammate and mentor @shalaneflanagan at the finish line because it was really a f*#% yeah moment for me last night winning my first US Title in my favorite city! If you want a big moment like this, you gotta work really hard then when the moment is right you have to take a risk and put yourself out there for all to see. I was the woman in the arena last night. I knew that even if I came short, at least I
Category: 2019 Health
6 derm-approved wrinkle remedies that don’t require a trip to the beauty aisle
February 25, 2019 at 04:00AM by CWC The fact that the global anti-aging industry is on track to be worth $216.52 billion by 2021 tells us one very important thing: People really, really want to preserve the youth of skin. As someone who has tried everything from $200 creams to injectable wrinkle reducers, I can confirm that I, personally, am one of said “people.” But one thing I have yet to try? Home remedies for wrinkles, which a decent amount of the Internet seems to swear by. Before we get into how to iron out wrinkles, it’s first important to understand what causes them in the first place. New York City dermatologist Adarsh Vijay Mudgil, MD points to three major causes: the sun; movement of the facial muscles in the forehead, mouth, and around the eyes; and environmental toxins like cigarette smoke and urban pollution. Wrinkles don’t form overnight, but rather come about slowly over time, thanks to repeated exposure to one or all of these elements. If you’re looking to prevent your skin from wrinkling, he suggests sunscreen (ideally one that contains titanium dioxide or zinc oxide, with a protection factor of SPF 30), a retinoid cream (which, yes, you can even use on sensitive skin, thanks to groundbreaking new formulations), and preventive Botox (…take that one as you will). While the idea of being able to get rid of your wrinkles with stuff you have lying around in your kitchen sounds fairly amazing, Dr. Mudgil wants you to take
Regardless of my relationship status, sleeping alone is simply the best thing ever
February 25, 2019 at 03:00AM by CWC Ariana Grande’s new, empowering thank u, next album features a song called “NASA,” and the gist is about needing space. Well, couldn’t agree more, Ari. The lyrics “I’ll just use my covers to stay warm tonight/ Think I’m better off here all alone tonight” encapsulate what my ideal sleep environment looks like, no matter my relationship status. Just a bed for me, myself, and I. Eight months ago, I moved out of the apartment I shared with my boyfriend for six years and into my own place. I was living alone—with nary a single roommate—for the first time ever. I’m still in the process of discovering my independence, but I quickly learned sleeping alone is one of my favorite things in the world. It was actually one component of the transition I was most afraid of (it sounded scary, depressing even!), but now I can spread out and be who I am in life and in bed. My favorite sleep position is facedown in my pillow, with one arm sticking out and my legs bent and splayed like I’m running. This may sound like a derivative of a spooning position, but A. it’s very specific and not spooning, and B. if you can get a good night of sleep using someone’s arm as a pillow, that’s cool, but my diva head requires the real, fluffy deal. And, a quick note on spooning: Falling asleep by yourself is hard enough without adding in another tossing, turning,
The best underwear for when Aunt Flo is seriously cramping your style
February 24, 2019 at 09:01AM by CWC There has truly never been a better time to be a menstruating woman. We have a seemingly endless buffet of options as to how we want to deal with our periods, with the usual pads and tampons now just two of the menu options. Not your thing, for the sake of comfort, sustainability, or plain old personal preference? No problem! Pop on a pair of underwear for periods. No, I’m not talking about the old lacy thongs that have been reserved for your flow days after being stained by periods past. I’m talking about actual underwear for periods—or as I like to call them, “period panties”—that help you manage your flow. In addition to relieving you of the fear that back of your white pants are going to be stained in crimson splotches every time you stand up, underwear for periods have a whole bunch of other benefits. A few worth mentioning: Because you can wash and reuse them, underwear for periods more sustainable than traditional disposable period products. And though they may cost more than a box of tampons (for example, a pair of Thinx costs $34 compared to the $5-ish dollars a box of tampons will run you), they’ll ultimately last you for longer since you can wash them and wear them again and again and again. And, of course, there’s no risk of getting a pair of underwear for periods stuck inside of you, which is a definite bonus. The good
CBD lipgloss exists, and TBH my lips have never been softer
February 24, 2019 at 07:01AM by CWC To say that I have tried CBD in literally every iteration available would be the understatement of 2019. I’ve added it to my morning routine with Daily Habit CBD Powder, my skin-care routine with like, 15 different products, and my bedtime routine with the Highline Wellness gummies that live on my nightstand. So when a set of CBD-infused lip glosses made their way across my desk, I had a tingling feeling that my makeup routine was the next frontier to get the official cannabidiol treatment. The lip glosses, from Saint Jane Beauty, are made with eight calming ingredients, including sunflower, jojoba, chamomile, grapefruit, and superstar CBD. They come in five shades ranging from bright pink to deep berry, all of which go on super-sheer with a hint of shimmer. “The idea is to microdose wellness moments throughout your day with small amounts of CBD,” says Saint Jane Beauty founder Casey Georgeson. “Many people carry their stress in their lips—imagine trying to smile while nervous—and Saint Jane is a glossy, silky, CBD-spiked way to incorporate wellness into your lip ritual.” As far as smiling through anxiety goes, well, #itme. So naturally, I decided to give these babies a try, and it was love at first swipe (AKA the opposite of how I currently feel about dating apps). Considering I grew up slathering my lips with Lancome Juicy Tubes ($19), I live for a glossy lip, and the Saint Jane glosses didn’t disappoint. They were the perfect combination of shimmer and
Spotted at Trader Joe’s: A gluten-free broccoli and kale pizza crust to add to your rotation, stat
February 24, 2019 at 06:00AM by CWC When Trader Joe’s released its mess-free cauliflower crust, it was an instant hit. Because let’s be honest: As nice as it would be to make a flawless homemade version, the end result is usually something that falls apart in your hands while you’re eating it (and leaves you with a super messy kitchen). But the grocer’s latest release is giving the fan favorite some stiff competition. During one Well+Good team member’s most recent trip to TJs, her eagle eye spotted something beautiful in the frozen foods section: a brand-new—and bright green!—Broccoli & Kale pizza crust for under $5. The product (made with broccoli, black kale, corn flour, olive oil, and salt) is gluten-free, egg-free, and only 70 calories a slice. Photo: Celine Cortes We haven’t taste-tested our find just yet, but since broccoli tends to have a stronger flavor than cauliflower, I can imagine this greens-loaded crust being delicious with even the most basic of toppings. And with a shake of some umami mushroom seasoning? *Chef’s kiss* These are the best skin-care products you can find at Trader Joe’s. Or, try to get your hands on the new vegan ranch dressing. Continue Reading… Author Tehrene Firman | Well and Good Selected by iversue
How to keep FONC (fear of not chilling) from sparking a bad case of the Sunday Scaries
February 24, 2019 at 05:00AM by CWC In 2019, scheduling “me-time” is kind of a big deal. JOMO (joy of missing out) has dethroned our old pal FOMO, and we’re all editing our personal mission statements to read something like, “Prioritizes hygge above all else.” But what happens when something (ahem, life) gets in the way of your non-plans, and you find yourself longing to cancel everything in favor of falling into your Netflix queue? According to Elizabeth Kott and Stephanie Simbari, co-hosts of the That’s So Retrograde podcast, you’ve got a case of FONC: fear of not chilling. You know you have FONC when your busy schedule causes mild panic about when you’ll have time to treat yourself to some necessary R&R. “It’s kind of the opposite of saying yes to everything,” says Kott, who coined the term in the pod’s most recent episode. “It’s like, I’d rather be home chilling or chilling with friends. If there’s a really busy week, or a really busy few days of the week in a work sense, then I try to allow space for relaxation,” she says. There are also some compelling scientific reasons to take the occasional time out from our jam-packed Google Cals. “Human ‘downtime’ is not like the ‘rest’ of a car or a computer,” Matthew Edlund, MD, writes in Psychology Today. “With human downtime, the body is continually learning, especially when asleep.” This proves especially true for creatives. Referencing a study conducted in the 1980s on Berlin students practicing the violin, Dr. Edlund
How to prevent morning anxiety from totally ruining your day
February 24, 2019 at 04:13AM by CWC Anxiety has a very unwelcome way of popping up when you least expect it. It could happen at a party, just when you were starting to have a good time. Or in the middle of the night, making it that much harder to get a blissful eight hours of sleep. And, for some, anxiety has a habit of rearing its ugly head in the early morning—just to make sure your day starts off on a really stellar note. Why—why?!—does morning anxiety happen? And how do you get rid of it? Here, Gail Saltz, MD, an associate professor of psychiatry at the NY Presbyterian Hospital Weill-Cornell School of Medicine gives all the need-to-know facts. What morning anxiety looks like (and why it’s happening) There’s a difference between waking up and being in a bad mood because you don’t feel like going to work and having actual morning anxiety. Here are the signs of the latter, according to Dr. Saltz: A rush in adrenaline, such as a racing heart or increased jitteriness. Increased blood pressure. A sense of worry for no apparent reason. Feeling on edge, but you aren’t sure why. Exhaustion even though you’ve just slept. As for why anxiety can strike in the morning, Dr. Saltz says there are a few factors at play that could cause morning anxiety: 1. You have higher amounts of stress hormones in the morning. “There’s actually a physiological reason why some people experience anxiety in the mornings,” Dr.
Oversized blazers are spring’s easiest fashion trend—here are 5 ways to wear one
February 23, 2019 at 12:32PM by CWC What I’m about to say might sound incendiary, but what if you left your leather jacket hanging in your closet this spring and swapped it for another reliable throw-on-and-go: the oversized blazer? With a little more tailored flare, it’s a worthy alternative, especially considering some of the chic styles being released right now. Its relaxed fit will make you feel like Jane Birkin with high-waisted denim, the epitome of Parisian chic when thrown over a little white lace dress, and have you channeling your inner ‘80s working girl when styled with matching trousers or shorts for a full-blown suit. Shopbop Fashion Director Caroline Maguire sums it up best: “There’s something really classic and timeless about a blazer,” she says. “A strong statement blazer in a bold color or print screams power.” When it comes to shape, Maguire is all about those on the larger end of the spectrum. She observes, “We’re seeing a huge ‘80s movement as of late, especially with oversized plaid blazers. Shoulder pads are making a return, and I love to add them in to give tops some extra structure.” And as for styling, there’s a lot of room to play with personal style. Wear a tuxedo blazer by day with denim and by night with a satin mini skirt, use the new topper to add some unexpected color into your look, or streamline the already-bold with a more classic menswear style. Maguire suggests her own twist on tailoring: “If
If planks kill your wrists, here are the exercises to add to your workout
February 23, 2019 at 08:22AM by CWC There are plenty of exercises that target your butt and abs—some at the same time!—but your wrists and forearms tend to get left out. I mean, can you even imagine a workout video called “The Moves You Need for Strong, Sexy Wrists!”? Yeah, didn’t think so. Unfortunately, the lack of attention is a problem, and that couldn’t be more clear to me than when I get into a plank and the first thing on fire isn’t my abs, but my forearms and wrists. Having poor strength in those two very overlooked (yet crucial!) areas of your body doesn’t just affect your planking abilities, though. The super-sneaky small muscles can also make it nearly impossible to do yoga poses properly and perform basic strength training moves. “Forearm and wrist strength is needed when gripping weights for pulling-type exercises, like seated rows, lat pull-downs, or pull-ups,” says Phil Timmons, program manager at Blink Fitness. So what better time than now to start giving them the attention they deserve? If you feel like your wrists and forearms are the weakest link keeping you from reaching your fitness potential, these trainer-approved exercises can ensure they never get in the way ever again. Added bonus: It will also be much easier to carry your overloaded Trader Joe’s grocery bags home. It’s a win-win. Try these exercises to strengthen your forearms 1. Battle ropes: “Walk the battle ropes all the way out, then take two steps forward so the ropes have some slack. Start