Author: Richard C. Trotter
If you’re a Pisces (born between February 19 and March 20), you’ve probably been told that you’re a hopeless romantic or that you have a tendency to get lost in the clouds of your own wild imagination. The sign is perhaps best known for its visionary, even mystical powers—so it only feels right that its zodiac season includes an elusive leap day, making an appearance once every four years on February 29. But just because the date isn’t always on the calendar doesn’t mean leap-day babies are excluded from the Piscean magic. Just the opposite, in fact. Having a rare…
Available sizes: 5-13, in half sizes This popular skater-inspired style is designed to effortlessly slip on and head wherever your feet will take you. Cariuma offers Slip On in a variety of upper materials, including canvas, leather, and a recycled option. Best of all, it has a reputation for being comfortable right out of the box—no break-in period required. Materials: Choose between canvas, leather, recycled, or mixed material upper; cork and bio-based foam insole, natural rubber outsole Colors: 7 (canvas), 3 (leather), 1 (recycled), 6 (mixed) Cushioning: Medium Drop: Not available Read our full review of the Cariuma Slip-On, here.
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An apple a day keeps the…well, you know how the rest goes. By now, you’ve likely chalked up this ubiquitous saying to nothing more than an old wives’ tale or an excuse from your parents to get you to eat more fruits forever. (In all honesty, same.) But before you brush off this phrase as nothing more than a myth, health experts say you may want to listen up. In a recent Instagram post by Will Bulsiewicz, MD, a gastroenterologist and New York Times bestselling author of The Fiber Fueled Cookbook, the gut health expert gave several reasons why an…
There’s no denying that as we get older, the way our bodies move and feel changes. We may feel more stiff as we climb out of bed in the morning, or have a harder time touching our toes while warming up for a workout or doing yoga. Yes, most of these symptoms are par for the course. But you may not realize that some of them actually stem from menopause—a life transition marked by the end of menstruation. The most talked-about menopause symptoms are typically mood swings, hot flashes, and vaginal dryness—all largely due to shifts in hormones—but did you…
Let’s step back for a moment in time: You’re in your fourth grade gym class when your PE instructor passes out slender rackets and white, airy shuttlecocks, also known as birdies. She introduces the day’s activity as “badminton,” something you’ve perhaps only seen in retro photos. You and your classmates try to toss the birdie back and forth for 30 minutes. Then, the bell rings and the equipment is tucked away. Perhaps the game fades away in your memory as a pleasant but fleeting memory. That is, until you spot it while scrolling social media in 2024. According to a…
A stiff spine can throw a wrench in your day. But a bit of bending and twisting with a few minutes of spine mobility exercises—done consistently over time—can make a big difference. Mobility exercises are like oil for the hinges of your spine, ensuring each vertebra moves smoothly. Gentle movement increases the production of synovial fluid, the body’s natural joint lubricant, reducing stiffness and making every twist and turn feel a bit more effortless. To help with that, meet Alicia Rios, CSCS, certified personal trainer, programming manager for Bold, an at-home, digital fitness platform, and host of our March 2024…
Your weekly horoscope for February 25 to March 2, 2024, is a mixed bag: It starts out on a dramatic note, brings a sobering reality check, and closes with a hint of reassurance. It all kicks off on February 27 when Mars in Aquarius forms a tough square with Jupiter in Taurus. While Mars is the planet of action and anger, Jupiter is the planet of expansion, amplifying the energy of any planet with which it connects in the sky. The result? A whole bunch of drama and intensity. It’s easy to act impulsively and overcommit, leaving yourself depleted in…
Raise your hand if you’ve ever dieted or tried losing weight. Okay, I know we can’t see each other, but I bet that most hands would have gone up if we were in a room full of people. According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), from 2013 to 2016 (the most recent data available), about half of U.S. adults reported trying to lose weight in the last 12 months when surveyed. Women were more likely than men to have tried losing weight, with about 56 percent of women and 42 percent of men attempting weight loss. All that to…
Your posture says a lot about you: A slouch tells the world you’re tired, tense, and maybe timid. But with the right mobility exercises for posture, your upright stance can shout confidence instead. But maintaining good posture isn’t just about looking poised; it plays a crucial role in your overall health and well-being. By making sure your spine is properly aligned, good posture minimizes the strain on your back and neck, significantly reducing the risk of chronic pain or injuries. It also allows your lungs to expand fully, improving oxygen flow to your muscles and brain. And proper posture contributes…