Health & Beauty

It’s that time again, when we raise a glass in celebration of all that we accomplished this year, and all that lies ahead. But do you know exactly what’s in that party cup? While no cocktail is necessarily “healthy,” it’s no secret that some alcoholic beverages can pack significantly more calories …

These days, your workout routine might not involve a big box gym. And if you’re up on the latest fitness trends, it might look a little something like this: sled pushes and battle ropes before work, mindfulness meditation during your lunch break, and a cryotherapy appointment before dinner. Because when …

Photo: Pond5 It’s time to set that New Year’s resolution. And we’re not talking about vowing to drop pounds or get lean (though these ideas might help in those departments, too). When it comes to following through with resolutions, the more specific, the better. So we rounded up eight of …

Photo: Ryan Kelly / Daily Burn You know the drill: Hop on the treadmill for a 20-minute interval workout. Next, hit the mat for a few sets of squats and lunges. Then, finish off with some planks and crunches. The thing about getting into a regular workout routine is that …

Illustrations by Cody Shipman A former Emmy award-winning news anchor and reporter, Christine Chen used to spend hours behind the news desk, delivering headlines about the latest disasters and scandals. Over time, the lack of sleep, stress and her hectic schedule led to anxiety and back pain. During commercial breaks, …

Photo: Ryan Kelly / Power Cardio We’re about to take your workout from basic to beyond. Plyometrics, also known as jump training, turn ordinary exercises into powerhouse moves. And the magic starts deep within your muscle fibers. Your slow-twitch (type I) and fast-twitch (type II) muscle fibers to be exact. …

Photo: Ryan Kelly / Power Cardio We’re about to take your workout from basic to beyond. Plyometrics, also known as jump training, turn ordinary exercises into powerhouse moves. And the magic starts deep within your muscle fibers. Your slow-twitch (type I) and fast-twitch (type II) muscle fibers to be exact. …

Photo: Twenty20 The holiday season may bring food temptations that feel hard to fight — from classic cocktails to festive fried foods. And because this time of year only lasts a short while, why not splurge, right? Not exactly. Many nutritionists say the influx of holiday parties and social commitments …

Photo: Twenty20 Don’t get it twisted: Yoga blocks aren’t just for beginners — and they’re not just for yoga, either. While it may seem like these foam and cork cubes have been pigeonholed to assisting vinyasa flows, they can actually take your strength workout to a new level, too. Just …

When you’re crunched for time and hunger strikes, it’s often easiest to reach for a prepackaged snack. And that’s OK — especially if you stock your pantry, gym bag or desk drawer with some healthy snacks like the ones below. Each bite covers every craving and dietary restriction — whether …