Author: Richard C. Trotter
In the newest installment to the Marvel Universe, Madame Web, Dakota Johnson plays the title character who uses her kick-ass strength and clairvoyance to fight off bad guys. While you may not be able to get the clairvoyant abilities of Madame Web, you can train to get Johnson’s superhero strength because we’ve got Dakota Johnson’s Madame Web workout routine straight from her trainer. To prepare for her role as Madame Web, Johnson took classes from Megan Roup, creator of The Sculpt Society (TSS), a fitness method that mixes strengthening and sculpting exercises with simple dance cardio moves to create one…
If real-life rats looked—and cooked, TBH—like Chef Remy does in Ratatouille, maybe New York City wouldn’t have declared a full-blown war against them. Alas, the average street rat is a little less cute and charismatic than the Pixar rodent. Despite their intelligence, we tend to write off rats as disease-laden pests that invade our pantries and cupboards in search of their next meal. It’s not so strange, then, to get a little concerned when they begin to invade our subconscious, too. According to dream analysts, dreaming of rats is steeped with symbolism, and could indicate areas of your life that…
If you take a vitamin B complex every day, you’re likely well aware of the many benefits B vitamins have on your overall health. One of these essential vitamins is folate (or B9), which helps your body build DNA, RNA, and red blood cells—making it crucial during pregnancy for your baby’s development. While most people get enough folate from foods like dark, leafy greens, beans, and nuts, it’s also added to certain food products and made into a supplement called folic acid—a form of folate that’s more easily absorbed by your body, and is often recommended if your folate levels…
Instead the jolt of a blaring alarm waking you up, wouldn’t it be much better to ease into things with a quick mobility session that wakes up your body and mind with a sense of calm? In five minutes, a mobility workout routine can take your morning from a rushed blur and turn it into a ritual of self-care. This short workout—part of our brand-new Mobility Movement of the Month Club—sets the tone for a day filled with energy and focus. Whether you’re gearing up for back-to-back meetings or preparing for a weekend at home with your kids, these simple,…
If you spend time closely inspecting every pore in the mirror, you’re likely the same type of person wondering how to get rid of your neck wrinkles. That’s to say: Pores and wrinkles are normal parts of life that probably only you notice, but you stress about them nonetheless (and maybe like 10-22 other things per day, but that’s another article). Neck wrinkles and lines happen with time and, you know, totally normal movement of your head, but if you want to lessen their appearance or stop them before they happen — good news — there are ways. From amping up skincare…
With the Well+Good SHOP, our editors put their years of know-how to work in order to pick products (from skin care to self care and beyond) they’re betting you’ll love. While our editors independently select these products, making a purchase through our links may earn Well+Good a commission. Happy shopping! Explore the SHOP It’s a common misconception that all eyelash curlers deliver the same results, but we’re here to set the record straight: Not all eyelash curlers are created equal. Yes, most will curl the lash, but the best eyelash curlers are user-friendly, boast longer results, and are specialized to…
If you menstruate, there will eventually come a time when your hormones—namely, estrogen and progesterone—downshift. While this typically happens naturally around your mid- to late-40s, it can happen earlier or later, depending on your body and overall health. After a few years (around age 52 on average, according to the Office on Women’s Health), the transition results in the end of your menstrual cycle—a life phase known as menopause. Menopause—and the years leading up to it—can come with some pretty frustrating symptoms. But it’s not a disease that needs to be cured; it’s a normal part of life. Despite that…
If you want to get better at running, you’re supposed to, well, run, right? But here’s the thing: If you spend all of your designated workout time racking up the miles, you may be missing out on an opportunity to improve your running performance through weight lifting. Strength training may be just what you need to get that edge and achieve your PR. While it may seem counterintuitive, replacing some of your runs with resistance training sessions can enhance your running skills. The benefits of building muscle can’t be denied. But you’ve got a lot on your plate, so what’s…
With the Well+Good SHOP, our editors put their years of know-how to work in order to pick products (from skin care to self care and beyond) they’re betting you’ll love. While our editors independently select these products, making a purchase through our links may earn Well+Good a commission. Happy shopping! Explore the SHOP A plush, thirsty bath towel will do a fine job at drying you off, but most towels for your skin are made from materials that are often too rough on the hair, which is most delicate when it’s wet, says Becca Raziuddin, director of artist education at…
Stretching isn’t exactly the most glamorous or exciting part of anyone’s fitness routine, but it is an important part. To maximize the time you spend getting long and loose, you want to do effective stretches that will make an impact on your workouts and your life—that’s where leg stretches come in. We’ve done the leg work (pun intended!) and narrowed it down to the seven best stretches to improve your lower body flexibility. Everyone can benefit from improving their flexibility, but neglecting your lower body is a great way to invite pain and stiffness into your life. One of the…