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Lymphatic treatments have been part of the wellness conversation for a while now. From gua sha rituals that promise a more sculpted jawline to body lymphatic massages that leave you visibly less puffy, the idea of “moving fluid” has officially gone mainstream. We have all seen those dramatic before and after photos. The flatter stomach. The smoother thighs. The instant depuff. Naturally, we were curious. So when we started hearing about a machine that supposedly takes lymphatic drainage to a completely different level, we had to try it for ourselves. So… What Is Endospheres, Really? When we first heard about…
Mike Sommerfeld is preparing for a back-to-back win in the Arnold Classic Physique division in March, but instead of hitting the gym with uncontrolled intensity, this elite bodybuilder is focusing on his form to build massive shoulders. Recently, the man mountain took to Instagram to share what he considers to be the three biggest myths around building the shoulders with lateral raises and shared his truth with more than 785,000 Instagram followers. Alongside his successful bodybuilding career as an IFBB Pro, the man they call the “Bad Ass” is also a coach, and fortunately, he’s all about sharing his hard-earned…
Strengthen your lower back after 50, try these 5 CSCS-approved chair exercises today. Lower back strength becomes more valuable with age, not just for workouts but for how your body moves all day long. Standing up from a chair, carrying groceries, and staying comfortable on long walks all depend on a strong, coordinated lower back. After 50, the goal shifts toward building strength that supports daily life without leaving joints feeling worn down. Chairs create an ideal training environment for that goal. They offer built-in support, help control the range of motion, and make it easier to focus on the…
Here in the northern hemisphere, winter famously contributes to widespread vitamin D deficiency as sunlight exposure decreases. The trend is “very marked in clinical practice,” Mary Gover, MD, an internal medicine doctor at Montefiore Einstein Advanced Care in New York City, tells SELF.What you might not know, however, is that vitamin D isn’t the only critical nutrient that takes a dive this time of year: Calcium can also be impacted, according to Dr. Gover, and a drop in the bone-building mineral can potentially cause issues as well.Because the full explanation is a little complicated, we’ll break it down step-by-step below.…
The United States Army was created on June 3, 1784, following the disbandment of the original Continental Army that was formed in 1775 and instrumental in the independence of the United States in the Revolutionary War. A lot of history has been made in the over 240 years since then, which makes it very difficult to be the first to do something. Occasionally, you do hear of something remarkable that proves that there is room for growth and new ground to break in a military branch that has been around as long as the Army. Sergeant Major Janina Simmons speaks…
Build stronger legs in 6 minutes a day, try this chair routine from a certified trainer. After 55, leg strength becomes a daily-life skill as it shows up when you stand from a chair, climb stairs, carry groceries, or stay steady on uneven ground. Strong legs support balance, joint health, and confidence, and they do it without demanding long workouts or heavy equipment. When training feels approachable, consistency follows, and that’s where real muscle-building momentum starts. Chair-based training fits perfectly into that equation. A chair gives you support, feedback, and a clear range of motion, helping you load your legs…
Devotion has a way of sounding virtuous by default. If something matters, we’re told, we should give ourselves to it fully. No hedging. No hesitation. Just focus, discipline, and resolve. But devotion isn’t automatically wise. Held too tightly, devotion closes us off. It turns care into control. Attention narrows, feedback fades, and the very thing we’re devoted to begins to crowd out everything else that once gave it meaning. The danger isn’t distraction—it’s devotion that stops being examined. At the same time, attention without devotion doesn’t remain neutral. When we don’t choose what deserves our care, something else does. Urgency…
When he’s not living the suburban life—marketing job, wife, toddler, dog—Zach Fowle is strapped into his ergometer, the rhythmic whirring ticking off the hundreds of miles he travels every year without leaving his basement. Fowle, 38, has been a competitive indoor rower for five years. However, he didn’t transition from water to machine like many rowers. “My CrossFit coach noticed I always crushed the workout’s rowing segment and suggested I try competing,” he says. Fowle began with virtual competitions, racing against other rowers worldwide via online platforms and specialized apps. He soon qualified for his first major in-person event, the…
These exercises will help tone the neck muscles. “Turkey neck” is a common part of natural aging. It’s that saggy, loose skin that accumulates under the chin, caused mainly by the loss of elastin and collagen. There are other contributors, including exposure to too much sun, genetics, and significant weight loss. We all agree that aging isn’t always fair, but that doesn’t mean you can’t take action to improve the situation. If you’re ready to take control, we’re ready with five chair exercises to smooth turkey neck faster than gym machines after 60. “Chair exercises can be a better alternative…
The Year of the Fire Horse carries bold, expressive energy. It is fast moving and instinct driven, the kind of year that nudges you to stop circling your ideas and actually act on them. You may feel more decisive, more creative, and more willing to take risks. That spark is powerful. But without intention, it can also feel scattered or overstimulating. Fire is not something to suppress. It is something to tend. When it is grounded, it becomes magnetism and momentum. When it runs unchecked, it can leave you feeling depleted even while you are accomplishing more. The goal this…