August 20, 2019 at 07:34AM by CWC There’s nothing more important than landing in the right pair of shoes for your gym pursuits. That often starts with knowing what kind of foot you have. While “flat” and “high-arched” aren’t exactly as thrilling as discerning, say, your Myers Briggs personality type, they do matter. For the sake of happier soles when you’re hitting the pavement, I’m taking a deep dive into the best running shoes for flat feet. Know this: You’re not exactly screwing your feet over if you just choose running shoes based on style, but going against your foot type can be uncomfortable, at the very least. “Wearing the wrong shoes may lead to problems such as lowered performance, discomfort such as in plantar fasciitis and runner’s knee, injuries, and even early-onset arthritis,” says Miguel Cunha, DPM, podiatrist and founder of Gotham Footcare. “It’s important to identify whether you have a flat, normal, or high arch because shoes designed to compensate for the impact of your feet can help prevent injuries and improve structural alignment and performance.” ad_intervals[‘415523_div-gpt-ad-9261280-3’] = setInterval(function () { if (ads_ready) { clearTimeout(ad_intervals[‘415523_div-gpt-ad-9261280-3’]); googletag.cmd.push(function(){googletag.display(‘div-gpt-ad-9261280-3’);}); } }, 100); To sum up the main reasons why flat-footed runners should look for specific sneaker styles, Jena Winger, senior footwear product line manager for Brooks Running says there are two to consider: “The first is fit—a truly flat foot is likely to hang over the edge of a shoe built on a more standard, semi-curved base, particularly in the medial
Category: You and your body
I married a dermatologist—these are the most important skin lessons I’ve learned
August 20, 2019 at 07:17AM by CWC Being married to a dermatologist comes with one very obvious perk: free skin-care advice all. of. the. time. Before I met my husband, Joshua Zeichner, MD, who’s a derm in New York City, I didn’t even realize I was treating my skin all wrong. I remember thinking that my complexion needed serums, but I didn’t understand what they actually did. As it turns out, I was using multiple serums that all did basically the same thing…whoops! Now, though, I know how to create a skin-care routine (thanks, Dr. Z!). My top two priorities? Protecting my skin from the sun in the morning, and repairing it from damage at night. Seriously—sun protection is no joke in our household. The biggest lesson I learned from my husband is that you need to protect your skin from the sun. I’m embarrassed to admit that I didn’t used to wear sunscreen, but now, in my @thedermwife life, you won’t find me outside without a broad-brimmed hat and sunglasses. (Fortunately, I met Dr. Z really early enough in life that I don’t think I did too much damage to my skin, but it’s never too early to start taking care of your skin.) Hindsight is 20/20, but when it comes to our skin, what we really need is foresight. It’s important to protect the skin when it’s still strong because that’s the foundation you have to age from. ad_intervals[‘416053_div-gpt-ad-7520022-3’] = setInterval(function () { if (ads_ready) { clearTimeout(ad_intervals[‘416053_div-gpt-ad-7520022-3’]); googletag.cmd.push(function(){googletag.display(‘div-gpt-ad-7520022-3’);}); }
The 3-step guide to distinguish real-deal narcissists from mere narcissistic moods
August 20, 2019 at 06:33AM by CWC You know how every once in a while, you put on an outfit that requires approximately 14,000 selfies? That’s because sometimes, we all need that full Kris Jenner youredoingamazingsweetie.gif treatment. While I call this situation “feeling myself,” others may call it “being a narcissist.” And, you know what? Fair. But since for many of us, instances like this represent the exception not the rule, is it really fair to color these narcissistic tendencies as full-blow cases of pathological narcissism? Turns out, no—it’s not fair. In fact, there are three key differences between narcissistic tendencies and the real deal. As a reminder, a textbook narcissist throws a fit when the attention isn’t on them. Highly dramatic and self-absorbed, they tend to not respond well to criticism. In fact, they often won’t even hear any criticism. Overall, they believe and often express how they’re the best person and always right, and won’t accept anything to the contrary. ad_intervals[‘416673_div-gpt-ad-7435403-3’] = setInterval(function () { if (ads_ready) { clearTimeout(ad_intervals[‘416673_div-gpt-ad-7435403-3’]); googletag.cmd.push(function(){googletag.display(‘div-gpt-ad-7435403-3’);}); } }, 100); But that’s different than believing you look awesome in an outfit and wanting to share that stance with your followers and the rest of the world, right? Right. That’s because the general key difference between narcissistic behavior and classic narcissism is whether those “me, me, me” traits make up your entire personality or simply spike up here and there. But below, you can find a breakdown of all three key points—frequency, intensity, and duration, per a
6 healthy foods that will keep your energy levels up—no coffee necessary
August 20, 2019 at 04:00AM by CWC [youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=adF3tbP2wC4] Want healthy snack ideas that will keep you going like the Energizer bunny? Watch the video. There’s a reason why having free coffee at the office has basically become a human right—some days, it feels impossible to get through the day without it. Ditto a vending machine full of snacks that will give you a quick hit of sugar. (Sure, you may need a nap later, but for the 45 minutes after you eat that cupcake, you’ll be on fire.) The only way to break the cycle of coffee-sugary snack-repeat is with…better snacks. Fortunately, You Versus Food host Tracy Lockwood Beckerman, RD, has your back. In the latest episode of Well+Good’s food-centric YouTube series, Beckerman shares the best foods for energy that will keep you going like the Energizer Bunny. ad_intervals[‘416537_div-gpt-ad-8891272-3’] = setInterval(function () { if (ads_ready) { clearTimeout(ad_intervals[‘416537_div-gpt-ad-8891272-3’]); googletag.cmd.push(function(){googletag.display(‘div-gpt-ad-8891272-3’);}); } }, 100); Her first pick: eggs. “They’re packed with protein, which is a steady source of energy because it does not cause spikes in blood sugar and insulin,” Beckerman says. She also points out that eggs contain a nutrient called leucine, which stimulates energy production. Another energy-boosting food on her list: bananas—which just happen to be so trendy right now. “They’re a great source of high-quality carbs, potassium, and vitamin B6,” she says, adding that the nutrients are natural energy boosters. While they’re still sweet, the sugar is natural, not added, and the fruit’s fiber means the body won’t get
Summertime sadness is a thing, but 3 experts have tips so it doesn’t dampen your transition to fall
August 20, 2019 at 02:00AM by CWC August feels to me like the end of an all-night party. More specifically, it feels like that moment when the sun comes up and you’re suddenly overwhelmed with anxiety about how you just squandered the past few hours and confusion about what you’re going to do next. While my literal answer to that situation often involves either a diner or a pillow, the metaphorical one relating to my summertime sadness is more complicated. But, pros tell me I’m hardly alone in my stress- and nostalgia-laden response to the passing of time, and that the perfect storm of seasonal circumstances is largely to blame. The first, and perhaps most obvious, factor that can lead to this mood disruption, is that whole ‘party’s over’ vibe. “We associate summer with fun and excitement and leisure activities and vacations, and as that starts to near an end, September often symbolizes getting back to work and the seriousness of life,” says clinical psychologist Neda Gould, PhD. “We develop anxiety because of the fear of what’s to come in that change as well as melancholy or sadness around the end of this respite we have from the regular year.” ad_intervals[‘413115_div-gpt-ad-7435403-3’] = setInterval(function () { if (ads_ready) { clearTimeout(ad_intervals[‘413115_div-gpt-ad-7435403-3’]); googletag.cmd.push(function(){googletag.display(‘div-gpt-ad-7435403-3’);}); } }, 100); Therapist Aimee Daramus, PsyD, likewise blames end-of-summer blues on a perceived shift from good times to, well, the slog. “Summer meant a long break from school for a lot of us, so we’re trained to see summer as
Warmth is a core pillar of charisma—if you’re a colder personality, here’s how to turn up the temp
August 19, 2019 at 05:00PM by CWC Having charisma is the real-world equivalent of being born with Rapunzel’s mystical golden mane. Your innate magnetism draws people’s attention everywhere you go, and (barring the odds of an evil stepmother kidnapping and locking you in tall tower for the majority of your young adult life) it makes for pretty effortless interpersonal exchanges. What if you don’t come out of the womb as an effortlessly likable human being, though? What if—when it comes to personality—you’re more stand-offish than warm-hearted? A recent New York Times article named the “three pillars” of charisma, and unsurprisingly, how you show up for a conversation really, really counts. The first pillar, “presence”, seems doable; the second, “power,” is something that comes with age and time. “Warmth,” the third is a little less tangible, however. As Olivia Fox Cabane, a charisma coach, tells the Times, warmth is “a vibe” that you’re open to receiving someone with kindness. So how the heck do you fake a “vibe” for the sake of furthering your career and building meaningful friendships? To fake it ’til you make it with charisma, Sanam Hafeez, PsyD, a New York City neuropsychologist, recommends recognizing how you’re representing yourself in a given conversation. “We don’t all give off warmth signals. In addition, the signals can be perceived very individually. Meaning that, while we know the general themes that represent warmth, those receiving the signals may read different meanings into them based on their own psychology and history,” explains Dr.
How to truly love living alone without feeling lonely
August 19, 2019 at 04:00PM by CWC Eating almond butter right out of the jar without fearing judgement, never having to compromise on what to watch on Hulu, sleeping diagonally taking up the entire bed…there’s a lot to love about living alone. But it’s not uncommon to feel lonely from time-to-time either. Sometimes, it can feel a little too quiet—especially if you aren’t living alone by choice. Jill Sylvester, LMHC, a mental health therapist and author of Trust Your Intuition: 100 Ways to Transform Anxiety and Depression For Stronger Mental Health, says that this is a common emotion may of her clients struggle with when living alone. But she also says there’s more in people’s control than they often realize. Here, Sylvester shares her best tips on how to live alone in a way that makes you feel absolutely fabulous and grateful—not lonely. Scroll down for tips on how to live alone without feeling lonely. 1. Create morning and night routines you love. When you live alone, there are often two prime times loneliness can peak: morning (when you’re lying in bed thinking of the whole day ahead) and evening (when you get home from work and aren’t quite sure how to fill your time). What helps in both instances, according to Sylvester, is having a routine. “This provides a structure so you know what’s coming and what to look forward to,” she says. Sylvester encourages everyone—not just those who live alone—to spend time in the morning thinking about their
On the Cusp: What being a mix of Big Leo Energy and Virgo perfectionism means for your personality
August 19, 2019 at 03:00PM by CWC Each month with On the Cusp, we point our astrological magnifying glass on all the people born between two zodiac signs. Because when your birthday falls at either the tail end or the very beginning of your sun sign’s season, your personality may be influenced by your cosmic neighbor. As we wave goodbye to the summer season, Leo and Virgo signs share the astrological spotlight. Below, Stefanie Iris Weiss, astrologer and co-author of Surviving Saturn’s Return: Overcoming the Most Tumultuous Time of Your Life, explains what happens when zodiac queen bee Leo (July 23 to August 22) merges with the absolute perfectionist Virgo (August 23 to September 22). Forgive me, end-of-summer babies, but I always see August as the Sunday of best the season. And I’m sorry to say that this stance often makes me feel withdrawn and overcome with premature nostalgia. Some years, I’d rather just cancel the whole month and dive into fall—and whoever’s responsible for moving up the drop date for PSLs every year up clearly agrees. Still, there is beauty to be experienced in riding out the season’s remaining days and anticipating the crispness of what’s coming next. If you’re born on the Leo Virgo cusp, you’re probably emblematic of that very YOLO energy. “Those born near the Leo Virgo cusp exquisitely sum up that end-of-summer, back-to-school longing,” says Weiss. “They like to linger at the beach but are secretly excited to start sharpening their pencils and picking their outfit
‘Sober’ drinking is finally taking off, no thanks to mocktails
August 19, 2019 at 12:02PM by CWC When I was a kid, non-alcoholic drinks usually meant ordering “virgin” pina coladas and blended Oreo cookie drinks poolside on family vacations in Hawaii. Delicious, yes, but not exactly the healthiest choice to be drinking every single day for a week. So imagine adult-me’s surprise a few years ago when I decided to cut out booze for a month—and discovered quickly that most non-alcoholic offerings at various bars were still either soda water or the super-sugary virgin cocktails from my youth. Cue Cher: As if. Since my initial experiment a few years ago, there’s now a growing interest in cutting back on alcohol—and with it, an increased demand for sophisticated, healthier drinking options that better fit the sober curious lifestyle. But you won’t necessarily hear them being called mocktails or virgin drinks. “Low-ABV” and “no-ABV” (ABV meaning alcohol by volume) are the new need-to-know terms as these types of beverages get adopted in bars and restaurants around the world. According to investment firm Distill Ventures, which supports start-up spirits brands, 40 percent of restaurants in Los Angeles (and a third of NYC restaurants) already offer a non-alcoholic drinks section on their menus. The shift to more low- and no-alcohol options is largely driven by the demands of younger drinkers, who on the whole are drinking less than generations past. “There’s a tremendous trend in the marketplace right now just to drink less alcohol—particularly millennials interested in drinking less alcohol,” says Todd White, founder
This new supplement is specifically made with vegans (and the vegan-ish) in mind
August 19, 2019 at 11:56AM by CWC When you can order a meatless Whopper or a Dunkin’ Donuts “sausage” breakfast sandwich from the drive-thru, you know that plant-based eating has officially gone the mainest of mainstream. But while the vegan-friendly-food industry is booming, the supplement sector is lagging behind on this front, and as a result, it means many meat- and dairy-free eaters may not be getting all the vitamins they need. Experiencing the nutrition gap firsthand prompted Lisa Gonzalez-Turner, who is vegan, to create Holier, a supplement brand that launches today. “I have been a vegan for many years. I love the lifestyle, but I do struggle with some things,” Gonzalez-Turner says. “Beyond supplementing, it’s [been difficult to find] brands that truly align with my values and put my needs first. I’m a vegan, but I don’t position myself with the crunchy brands that exist today. I don’t live on a commune. I don’t knit my skirts out of hemp. I’m a normal person who lives in the real world and chose the vegan path.” “I’m a vegan, but I don’t position myself with the crunchy brands that exist today.” —Lisa Gonzalez-Turner, founder of Holier While Holier is Gonzalez-Turner’s first venture as a solo entrepreneur, she’s no stranger to the startup food space. Before launching Holier, she worked at the superfood frozen meal delivery service Daily Harvest and the healthy Indian grab-and-go eatery Inday, managing the restaurant’s social media. In both these positions, she connected daily with millennials who