January 11, 2019 at 07:52AM by CWC Traditionally, this time of year, I find myself shopping for things for the coming months. Some are summer staples at steep discounts, while others are impulse buys that I’ll literally never put on my body. (It’s the reason I have six unworn sarongs.) But this year, in an effort to keep my preferred form of organized chaos from devolving into pure chaos, I’ve decided to create some tangible goals for myself and my personal style in 2019. With the internet as my witness, this year I will focus on reworking the classic pieces I have in my wardrobe, avoid compulsively buying loud prints that I (subconsciously) know I’ll never wear, and continue to focus on consuming vintage and secondhand clothing in an effort to be more sustainable. And because I felt like I’d be more likely to keep my sartorial resolutions if I enlisted others to do the same, I’ve turned it into a team-building exercise of sorts by asking other members of Well+Good to share the style tips they plan to embrace in 2019 below. Making the shift to sustainable fashion “I’ve always gravitated toward secondhand shopping as a means of keeping my style more personal—the fact that it’s also better for the environment being a bonus. This year, though, I’m making sustainable fashion more front of mind by continuing to hunt for vintage gems, but also seeking out new, socially responsible designers, and taking advantage of platforms like Rent the Runway that allow
Category: 2019 Health
Wait, why is the Mediterranean diet cool again?
January 11, 2019 at 07:33AM by CWC You know the feeling you get when you text a new love interest for the first time and your message turns green instead of blue? Like, it’s not a deal-breaker but you feel kind of bummed and confused? That about sums up how I felt at first when I read that the Mediterranean diet was named the best diet of 2019 in US News and World Report‘s annual ranking. Really? 2013 called; it wants its food trend back. It wasn’t really clear to me why the eating plan—which advocates for a balanced approach to eating lean proteins, fruits and veggies, and grains (with small amounts of wine and cheese for good measure)—was suddenly a “thing” again. Haven’t we all collectively “been there, done that?” Well, turns out the Med diet never really went away in the first place, says Amy Shapiro, RD and founder of Real Nutrition. “New trends came out that promised fast weight loss results and felt more drastic so it got drowned out a little bit,” she says. But all the while, the Mediterranean diet stayed quietly in the background of the wellness world, doing its thing. (Kind of like a less-problematic version of the Fiji water girl at the Golden Globes.) “People are looking for something sustainable that doesn’t require too much overthinking. The Mediterranean diet is just that.” —Vanessa Rissetto, RD And Vanessa Rissetto, RD, adds that people are starting to get over trendy diets. “[People are] looking for something sustainable
FAQ: Everything you need to know about the Well+Good Retreat at Miraval Austin
January 11, 2019 at 06:53AM by CWC Well+Good Retreats are next-gen wellness getaways, led by up-and-comers and luminaries in fitness and wellness, who are all handpicked by our founders and editors. Here’s what you need to know about our first Retreat of 2019 at Miraval Austin in Texas from March 28-31. For booking and more information email experiences@wellandgood.com. 1. What makes Well+Good Retreats different? These intimate retreats are unforgettable experiences led by the top fitness and wellness luminaries (all hand-picked by our founders and editors, of course). We combine best-in-class workouts, delicious healthy food, and a cool wellness approach that mirrors the Well+Good website ethos. Well+Good Retreats offer a high-vibe chance to slow down and connect with others in the W+G community. Past attendees repeatedly say how much they “love meeting other W+G readers” and how “amazingly executed these Retreats are.” Well+Good Retreat at the Avalon Palm Springs, March 2018. Photo: Elena Mudd 2. How many guests will be at the Retreat? We like to create immersive, intimate experiences and are capping registration for this Miraval Austin Retreat at about 25 guests. Booking along with your BFF is totally welcome, or come solo, as lots of attendees do. 3. What do I need to bring? Prior to the Retreat, Well+Good provides a packing list with suggested items to bring. But we can happily tell you now that you don’t need to bring running shoes because your room will be stocked with your new favorite pair. (We’ll get your shoe size at booking.) 4. What level
Here’s where Well+Good Retreats is heading next…
January 11, 2019 at 06:53AM by CWC Well+Good Retreats is heading to Texas and the brand new Miraval Austin for our very first Retreat of 2019. It’s going to be a yoga-filled and culinary escape rooted in a total mind-body tune-up. In celebration of the upcoming Well+Good Cookbook (it launches April 16!), you’ll spend three nights and four days immersed in wellness, workouts, and intimate workshops on food and mood, plus cooking demos made to incorporate into your day-to-day. Leading this Retreat are super-in-demand yoga expert Heather Lilleston and psychiatrist-farmer Drew Ramsey, MD, who’ll bring the fitness-mood-food connection to life. Keep scrolling to get to know more about Miraval Austin and the wellness experts leading the next Well+Good Retreat. Check into Miraval Austin Join us at Miraval Austin—the new wellness resort and sister spa to the legendary Miraval Spa in Arizona. It’s nestled in the Texas Hills, with gorgeous surroundings for hiking and outdoor adventures, and has a roster of wellness classes and activities all. day. long. In addition to yoga, workshops, and cooking demos, we’ve purposefully allowed time for booking an Ayurvedic massage or spa rituals, horseback riding, or touring Miraval’s organic Cypress Creek Farm. Check into your soothing, dreamscape guest room for total chill-out time. You can pack lightly, because your new favorite running shoes will be in your room when you arrive. (We’ll get your size at booking.) Experience a rejuvenating blend of yoga and the cathartic The Class by Taryn Toomey workout with Heather Lilleston, founder
5 healthified versions of your favorite childhood cereals
January 11, 2019 at 06:32AM by CWC Here’s a confession: I’m a cereal fiend. As a kid, my diet consisted of 99.5 percent Fruity Pebbles, and my love of the sugary stuff didn’t cease when I reached adulthood. If a box of cereal makes its way into my apartment, it’ll be reduced to crumbs in less than 24 hours. I avoid the cereal aisle at the grocery store altogether because I lack any semblance of self-control required to choose something other than Cocoa Puffs. While most of the cereals ’90s kids grew up eating—some with more sugar per serving than a Snicker’s bar (yikes!)—were certainly unworthy of the distinction “Most Important Meal of the Day,” some savvy food bloggers have figured out a few genius workarounds. By whipping up better-for-you takes on the classics, you’ll get the nourishment your body needs and feed your need for something magically delicious. Make these healthified versions of your beloved childhood cereals. Photo: Instagram/@keepupwithliv 1. Trix A version of Trix that’s Paleo and gluten-free sounds like a dream, but it’s reality when you use almond flour, coconut sugar, and finely-ground freeze-dried fruit and spirulina for color. Photo: Desserts with Benefits 2. Cinnamon Toast Crunch All the benefits of cinnamon without the copious amounts of sugar? Yes, please. This recipe for Cinnamon Toast Crunch is super easy and all sorts of yummy. Photo: Neurotic Mommy 3. Cocoa Puffs Try to name a kid who doesn’t love Cocoa Puffs. You can’t. This vegan version uses a mix of oats, cacao, and dates to
Every guy I date dresses worse than the last—and TBH, it feels disrespectful
January 11, 2019 at 05:30AM by CWC I once went on a date with a guy who showed up wearing jeans and a T-shirt. Totally normal outfit, except the tee was actually just functional workout gear being taken on a fun night out, and the slip-on Vans rounding out his #lewk were threadbare at best. I, on the other hand, wore a dress, cute sneakers, and a leather jacket that felt casual but totally appropriate for the trendy bar and potential new fling. The way I saw it, if he were really interested in pursuing something with me, he was not—as they say—dressing for the job he wanted. But I’ve been on enough dates to know that his attire was hardly an anomaly: So many people—at least the hetero, male-identifying ones who I have the pleasure of meeting for at least a few poorly dressed minutes—are awful at dressing for dates, making their female companion look like they’re headed to a couture fashion show by comparison. It’s nothing new, either—that scene in Clueless, where Cher laments men’s fashion choices, totally still rings true: “It looks like they just fell out of bed and put on some baggy pants and take their greasy hair—ew—and cover it up with a backwards cap and we’re supposed to swoon?” she says. “I don’t think so!” I get the allure of doing the bare minimum—to some extent, at least. We’re all playing that awkward dance of wanting to look good, but not like we tried to
2 gynos weigh in on how often you should toss your underwear
January 11, 2019 at 04:30AM by CWC Since I moved into an apartment with a coin-op washer and dryer, I do laundry much less frequently because it’s, quite frankly, annoying and expensive. This, however, necessitates me keeping a close eye on my underwear drawer. I learned the hard way that inevitably, you will run out of your cute underwear at the exact moment you need it most, forcing you to dig to the back of your closet to unearth the pair of old panties you’ve had for years. Like, not even tier three underwear—we’re talking the stretched out beige ones that have at least one hole. Such are the rules of the universe. Cue Psycho music. This begs the question: When should you throw out your underwear? Aside from being aesthetically unappealing, is it unhygienic to wear decades-old underwear? (Ew, that sentence just gave me chill in a bad way). “In terms of safety, you’re not likely to die if you wore the same pair until they fell apart,” says Felice Gersh, MD, and author of PCOS SOS: A Gynecologist’s Lifeline To Naturally Restore Your Rhythms, Hormones and Happiness. But in terms of when to overhaul your underwear drawer, common sense rules apply: If it smells, has lost elasticity, or has holes are all pretty solid indicators that you should toss them, according to Alyssa Dweck, MD, and assistant clinical professor in the Department of Obstetrics, Gynecology and Reproductive Science at the Mount Sinai School of Medicine. But you don’t have to
Miranda Kerr’s 4-step plan to reset your complexion in no time flat
January 11, 2019 at 04:07AM by CWC January consistently presents itself as a perfect blank slate in which to write all kinds of fresh goals. While strengthening one’s fitness game often gets much of the new year love, it’s also prime time to finally get your skin looking better than it’s ever looked before. But as you’re becoming more diligent about ingredients and building up a foundational skin-care routine, it’s important to not forget about the basics that also lead to a healthy complexion. Take it from Miranda Kerr, supermodel, mother, Well+Good Council member, and beauty brand CEO who’s all about taking a holistic approach to beauty. While the multi-hyphenate loves a good, clean skin-care product, she’s also always preaching the importance of living a healthy life in other ways in order to reap the glowy skin benefits. To get her secrets, I spoke with Kerr about her tips for ensuring your complexion stays radiant year-round. Keep scrolling for her healthy skin advice. Miranda Kerr’s 4-step plan for glowing skin in 2019 1. Take time out for yourself: “I feel that it’s so important to take a little time each day for yourself,” says Kerr, who just had her second child (in other words: finding that time is hard but essential). “For me personally, I find if I can take 15 minutes to do a meditation or set aside some time to exercise, I feel much more balanced and am able to give so much more to my family, work, and friends.” 2. Prepare
The Stretching Routine That’ll Actually Help You With Your New Year’s Goal to be More Flexible
January 10, 2019 at 06:30PM by CWC https://content.jwplatform.com/players/srjaNaII-AjgxWzQ7.js Guess what you’re totally going to do this year—even if it’s been a vow three years running? You’re going to touch those toes like the yogi master you clearly were in another life (minus the painful squeal)—all in the chic activewear look of your dreams, of course. Let’s catch your body up to speed now, shall we? Le Sweat founder Charlee Atkins designed a Le Stretch routine that’s like a giant hug for your body (especially if you need some post-workout recovery magic). But, here’s the thing: You can’t really get your stretch on without the proper attire. Aside from feeling mega-stylish in all the Insta stories you’re going to post (showing off your newfound flexibility, of course), CALIA by Carrie Underwood creates workout looks that flatter every silhouette and seamlessly fit into your lifestyle, so you feel extra glam when you’re in that weird-but-feels-amazing stretch pose. Tune in to the video above to get a run-down of the stretch exercises to start adding to your recovery routine (and to see Atkins’ CALIA by Carrie Underwood look in action). SHOP HER LOOK Buy Now Essential Mesh 7/8 Leggings $70 Buy Now Heather Stretch Loop Back Sports Bra $15 Buy Now Printed Teardrop Tank Top $35 In partnership with CALIA by Carrie Underwood Continue Reading… Author Well+Good Editors | Well and Good Selected by iversue
You’ll want to add fleece-lined leggings to you winter running wardrobe
January 10, 2019 at 01:30PM by CWC I have mad respect for anyone who exercises outdoors in the winter. While I’m sweating it up to an online workout in the comfort of my climate-controlled apartment, others are training for marathons in the freezing cold. So, what’s the secret to being able to tough it out in the great outdoors? Besides a whole lot of will power and determination, it’s all in the gear. Going on a run when it’s literally freezing outside can be incredibly tough on the body. Hypothermia—which occurs when your body loses heat faster than it’s producing it, causing you to hit a dangerous internal temperature, according to the Mayo Clinic—is a real risk. Especially if you’re running at a slower pace and therefore not generating as much body heat, or if you become exhausted from a longer run. On top of that, your skin can also take a toll if it’s not properly protected: Even a quick jog can result in painful dry, cracked hands or a serious case of windburn. To ensure you’re all sorts of cozy while you’re checking a workout off your to-do list, there are a few items you should consider adding to your fitness wardrobe. Consider this your winter-running starter kit, featuring fleece-lined leggings, wind-blocking jackets, and sweat-wicking turtlenecks. Who knows, you might find yourself so toasty you’ll forget you’re surrounded by ice and snow. Stay warm with these winter running must-haves. Here’s how getting new workout clothes can help you find