Resistance bands are some of the most versatile tools for creating a full body strength routine. The origins of band training lie within the realm of physical therapy and rehabilitation; bands are still used extensively within those fields to this day….
Continue readingIt’s a common misconception that things to do in Las Vegas are usually reduced to buffets and casinos (and other gambles…). In fact, there’s a side to Las Vegas attractions that might make you a regular in no time.
Continue readingYou’re sipping a piña colada and lazing on golden-sanded shores. You’ve just finished work for the day and finally logged off. Now, it’s time to relax in some glorious haven before jetting off to the next place on your travel bucket…
Continue readingForget Reykjavik, Helsinki is the dreamy Nordic city you need to visit this year. From the culinary scene to the steaming saunas, to the boutique shopping (yes, shopping), Helsinki is booming with activities. Nestled against the sea, Finland’s capital city offers everything…
Continue readingWork-life balance is all in your head. But closing your eyes and visualizing an empty inbox or a completed to-do list isn’t quite enough to take you from stress-emailing under the table all through dinner to a full night’s rejuvenating…
Continue readingGlute training, or “booty-building” as it’s affectionately known in the fitness world these days, is all the latest craze, and its popularity is not without merit. Developing the glutes, upper hamstrings, and all of the powerful hip extensor muscles of…
Continue readingSushi is so common it’s easy for it to become an afterthought — a literal last-minute lunch fix from the Publix around the corner. Of course, the ever-increasing availability of sushi that at least qualifies as edible can only be…
Continue readingIt’s true, the skin is the biggest organ in the human body. It also plays a key role in detoxification. Dealing with skin problems, particularly as an adult, isn’t just frustrating; for many, it’s embarrassing and can have profound effects on…
Continue readingName a city you’d rather be whisked away to than Paris. Go on, think about it – I’ll wait. Whether you’ve never been to the City of Light or you’re there so often it’s practically your second home, Paris never…
Continue readingWhen was the last time you retweeted your partner’s corny jokes? Gave them a surprise gift—naughty or nice? It might seem small, but in relationships, it’s the little things that bond us together. “Actions really do speak louder than words…
Continue readingWho doesn’t love soul-soothing meals that are also kind on the waistline? Soups become excellent dinners when you pack in the nutrients; and if you make them right, a great soup is hearty and filling. While some recipes call for…
Continue readingThe countdown has begun and we’re well on our way to leaving 2017 in the dust. Yes, the new year is nigh, which, as the tradition goes, means it’s time to reflect and make some changes. So, how are you…
Continue readingMother nature wages war on us during these colder months and despite all of the magic of the season, it can be somewhat of a horror story in the beauty department when we can’t get our tresses to keep up…
Continue readingThe holidays bring out special feelings within all of us — warmth, love, generosity, and a serious craving for peppermint lattes. There are also parts of the holiday season none of us can stand, like battling aggressive crowds at Target…
Continue readingThe nostalgic holiday season is in full swing, welcoming chunky scarves, peppermint mochas, gift-giving anxieties, and an endless loop of agonizingly cheerful Christmas songs on every radio station. Whether your tree has been up since November, or you’re already looking forward…
Continue readingIncorporating flowers into special events like baby showers, weddings, and anniversaries is nothing new. And these days, florals get a lot of social media love thanks to big names like Beyonce and Kimye. Like most other things in life, though,…
Continue readingDating can be fun and exciting, especially in the beginning when everything is a mystery; but it can also be work. Sometimes, we question if we’ll ever find the right person. No one is perfect, and finding the right match…
Continue readingYou can tell a lot about a place from its coffee shops. Yes, coffee is a necessity; but the vibe of a city is in its coffee, whether it’s café con leche or a simple cup given during an elaborate…
Continue readingNew Year, new food. As 2016 kicks off, everyone has his or her prediction for the food we’ll be craving and how we’ll be eating it this year. The National Restaurant Association released its food forecast, as did Food Network and even Pinterest….
Continue readingBackpacks: no longer just for kindergartners and hikers. The practical carryall has been having a moment during the last year, showing up on the catwalks and sidewalks of fashion weeks around the globe. Running the gamut from classically functional to…
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One of the many ways to humbly don goodwill is through volunteering for causes that matter to you. Here’s a list to get you inspired.
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A low-carb diet has many variations — the ketogenic, AKA “keto” model being one — and on a surface level is simply a diet low in carbohydrates. However, the reasons behind why a low-carb diet can be beneficial, if it…
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Let’s say you identify as a “foodie” and you want to find the world’s best place to brunch. The Internet is built for people like you: the people who will cross streets, cities and mountains to locate the highest ranking…
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Whether you’ve been talking to a guy for two weeks, or have been happily together for twenty years, one of the most common struggles in any relationship is communication. As men, we’ve developed a reputation for ourselves—and perhaps rightfully so….
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You may think that the moment you slip off your work shoes and flick on the TV, you unwind. That the ball of yarn in your stomach, which has been winding tighter and tighter all day, will begin to unravel…
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Touching down at the Reykjavik airport is a bit like landing on the moon. Windswept volcanic lava flows cover the ground for miles, again covered by snow and ice, or green moss depending on the season. Sky blue water flows…
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Few things compare to the enduring pleasure of falling in love with men who live in the worlds of words. With outsized passions or masculine overtures, they’re not called heroes for nothing. Who is your favorite book boyfriend? Here’s a…
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The dumbbell is an incredibly effective tool to develop total body strength, stability, and explosive power. The wide variety of available dumbbell workouts allow for practically limitless possibilities of exercises, not to mention, its accessibility and low cost makes it a…
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Despite being one of the 10 largest cities in the country, San Diego has an easy breezy small town feel. Seventeen miles of coastline ring the city, bringing wafting ocean breezes to the collection of diverse neighborhoods that comprise it….
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Here’s a list of simple ways to bring the season indoors and spruce up your home with the accents of fall.
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