Health & Beauty

Photo: Courtesy of the American Council on Exercise On paper, the squat is as basic as it gets: You go down and then stand back up. But this booty-burning exercise is actually pretty complex. Squats require you to recruit more than just your glutes to get low, especially when you …

Photo: Twenty20 If you love heading to the gym and making your rounds on the exercise machines, you’re not alone. With peak gym season upon us, you might even find yourself lining up for fan favorites like the leg extension machine. But are those big hunks of metal worth the …

Photo: Twenty20 It’s time to embrace the negative. And we’re not talking about some downer news or harsh criticism from haters. Instead, we’re focusing on the negative movement of exercise. “The best way to describe eccentric exercises is ‘negatives,’” says Mike Donavanik, CSCS, celebrity trainer and creator of mikedfitness.com. The …

You feel that telltale tingle at the back of your throat…your head hurts…and you can’t breathe. It’s official: You’re coming down with a cold. ‘Tis the season for feeling sick — and you’re not alone. Every year, adults suffer from an average of two to three colds per year and …

If you’re a dog owner and a runner, your pooch is probably your favorite training partner. Man’s best friend can help you stick to a realistic pace, and lend a burst of energy when those legs start dragging. Plus, your pup will get a big woof being outdoors! But why …

We are all loaded with natural beauty, we just have to bring it out. Regis and Kahran, a couple group behind CreativeSoul did just that, just for young black ladies. Focusing on their hair, the duo created Afro Art, a series of stunning portraits that has cast a spell on …

Photo: Twenty20 We’ve all seen the superhuman feats of models, celebrities and athletes who seem to instantaneously bounce back from pregnancy and childbirth. But if you’ve just given birth (or are about to), you may be wondering how and when you can get back into the workout game — and …

Photo: Twenty20 You already know you need to push your limits to keep reaching your fitness goals, whether you’re looking to shed a few pounds, nail a faster race time or sculpt your physique. But that time you take to rest between butt-kicking workouts? It’s just as important. In fact, …

If 2017 has taught us anything, it’s that a little self-care can go a long way. Activities like hiking, yoga and meditation can help you relax, de-stress and practice more mindfulness in your life. And if you can combine these fun activities with a vacation to a dreamy location, why …

Photo: Twenty20 You might complain about the endless rush of daily life and meditate for a few minutes during the day, but there’s one thing you typically don’t want to slow down — your metabolism. Think of it like an engine: Your metabolism is those series of chemical reactions that …