Author: Richard C. Trotter
Lunch box season is here, and I couldn’t be more excited to share this fun and easy recipe with you. It’s perfect for both big kids and little kids alike! When I pack a lunch box, I always make sure to include a good protein source (with plenty of iron for the little ones). I also include 1 or 2 different types of veggies – I love cucumbers and cherry tomatoes, plus quality carbs such as whole grain bread or quinoa, nourishing fats (think avocado slices or a handful of almonds) for sustained energy, and of course, a mix of…
Evolution, broadly speaking, is a natural thing. Sticking rigidly to one way of doing something stifles progress, and this is true when it comes to workouts: To consistently improve, you will need to adjust at least one element of your exercise routine. Maybe that’s swapping cycling for swimming, adding an extra weight plate to the bar, or maybe even combining two of your favorite styles of training (say, Pilates and HIIT) into one hybrid workout. That’s exactly what many Pilates-style studios are doing today: taking the classic modality and adding a strength-training twist (or several). That can often mean substituting…
Sure, there are no planets retrograde right now, but chances are, February’s astrology has stirred up some of your darkest desires and fears thanks to Pluto in Aquarius forming planetary connections it hasn’t made since the 1700s. Now, you’re able to process what was recently illuminated and apply any accompanying wisdom under the full moon in Virgo (also called the Snow Moon) on February 24, 2024, at 7:30 a.m. EST. In short, this lunation is all about creating systems and structures that are practical, helpful, and sustainable. Ruled by Mercury, the planet of communication and the mind, Virgo distills, edits,…
The push-up is a well-known exercise, but its effectiveness and versatility may surprise you. Besides strengthening and toning your arms and chest, push-ups can also lower your risk of heart attack or stroke. But you won’t get the full-body benefits if you’re not using correct push-up form. “Push-ups help improve upper-body strength, improve core stability, contribute to bone health, boost metabolism, reduce the risk of cardiac events, and can improve body composition,” says Karly Mendez, trainer and human performance specialist with Memorial Hermann’s Rockets Sports Medicine Institute. Ready to reap all of these benefits? Let’s take a closer look at…
What can make you cry more than watching The Notebook for the first time? A darn onion. Seriously, the moment I slice into one of these big ol’ orbs, it’s instant waterworks and an avalanche of uncontrollable tears that won’t stop streaming down my face until the duty is finally done and I can let out an audible, “oh, thank god.” I mean, letting out a good cry now and then can feel great, but when it comes to chopping onions for dinner, not so much. If only we knew how to stop crying when chopping onions to spare us—and…
These days, “foam rolling” and “recovery” have practically become synonymous—even though you can use your foam roller for an actual workout, too. But what you may not know is that everyone’s favorite recovery tool has another important function aside from helping soothe sore muscles after a workout: It can be used before your workout to make your time on the mat even more effective. Benefits of foam rolling before a workout Foam rollers aren’t just for working out the kinks in your tight muscles. Foam rolling before your workout can improve your performance. Here are a few reasons why: Experts In This Article…
What are the first exercises you think about when you hear the words core training? Crunches and sit-ups probably come to mind. While you can certainly do those exercises to train your core, there’s much more to it than that. It’s important to explore all of the ways in which you can build your core, as it is a fundamental part of your body. It plays a large role in your overall wellness and longevity, and should be a focus of your fitness routine. Ahead, we dive into the best core stability exercises for beginners, plus the benefits of having…
Your weekly horoscope for February 18 to 24, 2024, reveals a whole new cosmic landscape as the sun enters dreamy Pisces on February 18 and begins its month-long journey through the final sign in the zodiac calendar. Pisces season encourages reflection, slowing down, releasing, and closing out cycles before next month’s astrological new year (aka the spring equinox). Your intuition is heightened, and you may feel a little more sensitive and nostalgic as you ponder everything that’s transpired over the past 12 months. A new cycle in love and creativity begins on February 21 when Venus and Mars, both in…
As if we didn’t have to deal with creepy crawlies enough IRL, sometimes they find a way to slither into our subconscious. While they’re not always scary, dreams about snakes, worms, flies, and spiders may give you pause. Spiders, especially, are notoriously associated with bad vibes: Arachnophobia1 is one of the most common fears among people around the world, after all. The appearance of an eight-legged bug in your dream world isn’t necessarily a bad thing, though. Dream symbols like spiders can be found in both good dreams and nightmares alike, and when decoded, can shine a light on areas…
Forget an après glass of Champagne. After a long day on the slopes battling near-freezing temperatures, all I could dream about on a recent ski trip to Beaver Creek Village in Colorado was a bowl of the carrot soup—from Citrea’s, a Mediterranean-style restaurant that brings to life some of the Centennial State’s finest flavors—that replenished my depleted energy stores and warmed my heart and soul. Fortunately, the restaurant’s executive chef Ryan Little gave me the recipe to take home (and share with all of you). How to make a healthy roasted carrot soup like a professional chef Pop quiz: Is…