Author: Richard C. Trotter

Lady Gaga is Vogue’s October cover model, and in the accompanying interview, the pop singer and actress dives into many aspects of her career—like her upcoming role in the movie Joker: Folie à Deux—and her personal life—including some updates on her fibromyalgia diagnosis. Gaga has dealt with fibromyalgia (a condition that causes widespread pain) for more than a decade, after fracturing her hip on The Born This Way Ball tour in 2012. She first spoke about her diagnosis in her 2017 Netflix film Gaga: Five Foot Two. In the more recent interview with Vogue, she says her 2022 Chromatica Tour…

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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 As the temps start to dip and the crisp autumn air moves in, it’s time to swap out your summer running gear for something that offers a bit more coverage. While we love a good tank, long-sleeve running tops are the perfect in-between piece for cooler days…

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We’re calling it: Summer 2024 is the *official* Summer of Champions. Here at Well+Good, we’re celebrating the incredible athletes, coaches, and stories behind the Paris Olympics and the U.S. Open tennis championships. Tap in as we shine a spotlight on everything from the fitness routines and self-care practices of today’s top athletes to the larger cultural conversations inspired by this summer’s spectacular events. See More Tatyana McFadden is a household name at the Paralympics. After all, she’s qualified for and competed at seven of them—six summer Paralympics and one winter Paralympics. The 35-year-old Marylander is a prolific wheelchair racer, competing…

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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 If there’s one indication that a product has reached cult status, it’s a waitlist in the thousands. Cariuma, the stylish and sustainable sneakers beloved by Well+Good staffers and celebs, has that covered. Among its most sought-after options are the Cariuma OCA Low ($159) and Cariuma Salvas ($139),…

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If you have interstitial cystitis (IC), also known as bladder pain syndrome (BPS), you might dread every trip to the toilet when you’re having a flare-up. IC happens when you have chronic pain, pressure, or discomfort in your bladder area with no evidence of an infection. Along with pain, it also causes sudden urges to pee and frequent bathroom breaks (though symptoms and their severity vary from person to person). Anyone can get IC, but the following groups have a higher risk, per the Cleveland Clinic: People assigned female at birth (AFAB) People who are 30 or older People who…

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Welcome to autumn, party people. It’s time for jewel-toned makeup, deep matte manicures, and fresh new hair colors. Whether you’re a devoted sweater-weather fan or totally averse to the changing temperatures throughout the colder months, this time of year always offers an excellent opportunity to subtly (or dramatically!) overhaul your style with a brand-new hair color. What’s on the menu for fall and winter 2024? We’ve got copper reds, delicate highlights, and low-maintenance looks that make getting ready easier during such a busy season, each explained by the industry’s top colorists who shared their tips to help you get the…

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Whether or not you’re a Taylor Swift fan, there’s no denying that the artist has had a massive impact on the world of culture and entertainment. Last year, Swift was named Time’s 2023 Person of the Year, and she’s currently one of the top-followed accounts on Instagram with 283 million followers. Swift’s Eras Tour has also made headlines for being the first-ever tour to gross $1 billion, while also reportedly generating billions more for local economies around the world. Now, new research from the University of Vermont suggests that Swift’s influence extends far past the realm of entertainment and into…

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We’re calling it: Summer 2024 is the *official* Summer of Champions. Here at Well+Good, we’re celebrating the incredible athletes, coaches, and stories behind the Paris Olympics and the U.S. Open tennis championships. Tap in as we shine a spotlight on everything from the fitness routines and self-care practices of today’s top athletes to the larger cultural conversations inspired by this summer’s spectacular events. See More The ups and even the downs of learning a new skill in volleyball is one of Nicky Nieves’s favorite things about the sport. Nieves, one of Team USA’s flag bearers for the 2024 Paralympic Games,…

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Diversifying your diet is a surefire way to keep your health and wellness goals on track—including putting a ton of plant-based goodies onto your plate. ICYMI, the American Gut Project found that eating 30-plus plants per week is optimal for gut diversity. Instead of sticking to standard (and sometimes boring) salads and crudites, it’s worth mixing things up. For those looking for more healthy leafy greens, bok choy is definitely worth including in your rotation if it’s not there already. Bok choy, aka Chinese cabbage, is a cruciferous veggie that’s been cultivated in China since the 5th century. Per the…

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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 Hiking pants haven’t always been stylish. Given the rugged activities and natural elements these trousers are built to endure, technical specs have historically been prioritized over cute patterns and pretty colorways. As such, I’m always on the lookout for “recleisure” pieces that feel more runway than they…

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