It’s hard to imagine a world in which leaving the house without a mask was the norm. Like it or not, we’ll be wearing masks for the foreseeable future, and it’s vital that they fit properly in order to slow the spread of COVID-19. But what exactly does a “proper fit” mean, and how do
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Word is out: wearing two masks is the new Fauci-recommended way to protect yourself and others from COVID-19. It makes sense why two masks are better than one, said Stanford infectious disease doctor Aruna Subramanian, MD: “the more layers you have, the better protection you’re going to have against letting droplets out and also breathing
There’s nothing quite as motivating as new workout clothes to help get your butt moving. When you feel confident, you can take on any challenge your workout routine might throw at you. The cornerstone of any active person’s workout wardrobe? A great pair of leggings. We’ve scoured the internet and found 20 pairs we’d be
While we’re definitely reaching for sweaters over swimsuits these days, are we the only ones eagerly anticipating warmer weather? And, we’re not just talking spring, we’re imagining hot days where it’s possible to stay outside — and even swim — from sunrise to sunset. Now, we do realize there are still plenty of places around
You can buy almost anything on Amazon, and that includes some top-notch fitness products. From healthy snacks to home workout gear and even self-care items, there’s no limit to what you can find on the site. It can be tough to stay motivated sometimes, which is why having certain fitness items in your house is
Assistant strength and conditioning coach Maral Javadifar, right, with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during Super Bowl LV. When the Tampa Bay Buccaneers won Super Bowl LV Sunday night, we all became witness to another inspiring victory — Lori Locust and Maral Javadifar are the first female assistant coaches to win a Super Bowl. They will
If you’re ready to shake up your workout routine and get your sweat on, you’ve come to the right place. We have four new workouts going live (yep, live) this week on our Instagram page and YouTube channel — from the trainers straight to whatever screen you’re on. Check out the full schedule below, and
The most significant thing happening on the field Sunday during Super Bowl LV will not be Tom Brady gunning for the championship with a team other than the New England Patriots, or Patrick Mahomes having a shot at winning his second consecutive title. No, the big news will be happening on the sidelines, where Sarah
We’re one month into 2021 and pumped to keep up the motivation we started at the beginning of the year to reach our wellness goals of staying healthy and active. To inspire our healthy habits, here are the health and fitness products our fitness editors are loving this month that are helping guide us along
Grace, strength, flexibility, power — all words that can be used to describe these stunning videos from Jenyne Butterfly, a pole dancer and aerialist recently featured in the Netflix documentary Strip Down, Rise Up. Jenyne is a legend in the pole community. She was the first US Pole Dance champion, performed with Cirque du Soleil
Strip Down, Rise Up, the Netflix documentary from Oscar-nominated director Michèle Ohayon, introduces viewers to the healing world of pole dance through the eyes of several amateur and professional pole dancers, including Amy Bond, founder of Pole & Dance Studios in California. Bond is a lawyer who spent years trying to escape both the societal
The Tokyo Olympics will take place this summer after a year-long postponement, and as vaccinations roll out worldwide, there are many questions. As of now, and according to a plan mapped out by the International Olympic Committee (IOC), the International Paralympic Committee (IPC), and the committee in charge of organizing Tokyo 2020, athletes and officials
Two years ago, as I left my office to grab a coffee, I was suddenly overwhelmed with pain in my pelvis. It took everything in me not to double over and scream in the middle of the street. Instead, I grabbed my drink, ran to the bathroom, and sat on the floor until it went
As workout enthusiasts, we feel like we try all different kinds of workout clothes, and we’ve become experts on what we want to wear when we’re moving. For us, that’s a workout crop top. For one thing, we love high-waisted leggings, and the proportions of a crop top are usually perfect with that waistline. Sometimes
Morgan Bullock first started taking dance classes when she was three years old and fell in love with Irish dance when she was 10. Now, at 21, she’s recognized as one of the top 50 dancers at the World Irish Dance Championships. She’s been invited by the Prime Minister of Ireland to perform at their
It’s most common to sneeze from a tickle in your nose or to feel stuffy and irritable when you have a cold, but if you ever find yourself sneezing at the dinner table, you’re not alone — and oddly enough, your symptoms probably have nothing do with allergies. Here’s what’s actually happening and why you
It’s not easy to share any kind of health journey on social media, which is why we’re always grateful when the one and only Lizzo takes a moment to drop her latest vegan recipe recommendations or give an honest update about her mental health. Today, Lizzo opened up about learning to love a part of
If you want that deep muscle burn, and you want it with low-impact, low-space moves that require little to no equipment, give barre a try. It’s one of our favorite styles of training to challenge your muscles, balance, and stamina, and you don’t need much more than your bodyweight and some sweat. OK, maybe a
There’s a lot of waste when it comes to contacts, particularly for those who wear dailies. Changing your contacts every day means throwing away around 30 pairs per month, plus all of the packaging. But glasses aren’t for everyone, and there’s no denying that dailies are more convenient and hygienic than contacts you have to
As the weather gets colder, it can be difficult to push yourself to go on daily walks, let alone complete a full-body workout. Finding a routine that checks all the boxes — effective, no-equipment, upbeat — is key to getting over the mid-winter workout slump. That’s where STRONG Nation™ comes in. STRONG Nation™ is a