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Low-calorie meals for a healthier January

January 5, 2022 by Michael Heath

Most of us over-indulge during the holidays. In fact, our calorie intake probably doubles throughout the Christmas festival. I mean, who doesn’t enjoy a few boozy treats during the feasting

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The Top Yoga Christmas Gifts for the Person Who Has Everything (Except Yoga)

December 1, 2021 by Michael Heath

Christmas is coming, and we find ourselves – once again – in that gift-buying dilemma. What do you get for the person who already seems to have everything and needs

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Sama Vritti Breathing for Energy

November 16, 2021 by Michael Heath

Do you often wake up with a bit of a thick head? Like you’ve got a hangover without earning one? Maybe you feel energyless and sluggish in the mornings? You’re

Health & Fitness Lifestyle

Three Important Tips To Make Friends In Adulthood That Nobody Ever Told You

November 12, 2021 by Polka Dot Daisy

There is much advice that you probably did not hear from when growing up. Making a budget, knowing if the person you are dating is worth marrying, and making or

Health & Fitness Lifestyle

How To Cut Plastic Out of Your Life The Easy Way

November 9, 2021 by Polka Dot Daisy

Many places around the world are starting to get rid of single use plastics. More people are jumping onboard the green train and using reusable grocery totes, straws, bottles, and

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Avoid Doing These 11 Things After A Workout

February 2, 2019 by Jordan White

Exercise is great for you, but there are ways to get even more out of your workouts. Here are 11 things you should avoid doing after a workout to make

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Want Better Skin? Here’s What To Eat And What To Avoid

January 26, 2019 by Hollie

“You are what you eat” is an especially good motto when you want good skin. Genetics and exposure to UV rays do impact your skin’s appearance, but so does your

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10 Reasons Why You Need A Jade Roller In Your Life

January 21, 2019 by Dana Balafas

By now, there’s no doubt you’ve heard about the jade roller. Not only are they a hot topic by mouth, but social media seems to love displaying these little cuties.

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The Best Shoulder Exercises To Strengthen, Heal Your Muscles

January 7, 2019 by Dusten Carlson

Shoulders are the most movable and unstable joint in the human body. Because they move at multiple angles and motions, injuries are bound to happen. When this happens, patients could

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8 Fitness Challenges You Should Welcome In The New Year

December 31, 2018 by Jordan White

If your New Year’s Resolution is to lose weight and maintain a healthy body (inside and out), you should consider a January fitness challenge. Not only will these challenges help

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10 Reasons You’re Missing Your Period (That Have Nothing To Do With Being Pregnant)

December 6, 2018 by Jordan White

There’s nothing more stressful than missing a period. Not having to deal with cramps, headaches, and other annoying symptoms is definitely a win. But the stress of wondering why your

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11 Things You Should Never, EVER Do When You’re Sad

November 3, 2018 by Jordan White

Whether you’re going through a breakup or just having an off day, there are ways to turn that frown upside down — and keep it down for a while. Don’t let

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Here’s What To Do If You Can’t Seem To Shake Your Bad Mood

October 12, 2018 by Jordan White

Today is mental health day! And honestly, it seems silly that there’s one specific day to focus on mental health — every day should be mental health day. How we feel

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9 Tips You Need To Know For Working Out Indoors

October 3, 2018 by Jordan White

Whether you want to avoid the summer heat or you’re just too lazy to make it to the gym a couple times a week, you don’t have to leave the

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10 Ways You’re Unknowingly Sabotaging Your Health

September 25, 2018 by Jordan White

We all have daily habits — things we do every single day, without thinking twice. While some of those habits might be beneficial (making our bed, taking out the trash,

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The Exercise Guide To Working Out At Your Apartment Gym

September 17, 2018 by Jordan White

Nowadays, most apartments have gyms but not every apartment gym is up to par. Some of them are downright disappointing. One or two treadmills, an elliptical, and maybe a few

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How To Keep The Weight Off You Just Lost

September 10, 2018 by Jordan White

You lost 20 pounds only to gain that 20 pounds back a few months later. It happens to the best of us. Losing weight takes a long time and a

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Everyone’s Obsessed With Resistant Band Workouts – Here’s Why

August 30, 2018 by Jordan White

Have you heard of resistant bands? They’re an old type of workout tool that’s making a huge compact. Models, trainers, and people with limited exercise time and resources are obsessed

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10 Last-Minute Labor Day Ideas For College Students

August 28, 2018 by Jordan White

It’s back to school season! If you’re a college student, odds are you’re already back on campus, getting organized before classes officially start. But just because you’re in the “scholarly”

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Everything You Need To Know About This Popular Form Of Birth Control

August 21, 2018 by Jordan White

IUDs are definitely trending in the birth control world! Why? Because of how easy, efficient, and effective they are. Taking a birth control pill every day, at the same time,