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With the Well+Good SHOP, our editors put their years of know-how to work in order to pick products (from skin care to self care and beyond) they’re betting you’ll love. While our editors independently select these products, making a purchase through our links may earn Well+Good a commission. Happy shopping! Explore the SHOP A plush, thirsty bath towel will do a fine job at drying you off, but most towels for your skin are made from materials that are often too rough on the hair, which is most delicate when it’s wet, says Becca Raziuddin, director of artist education at…
Kicking off your morning with a warm bowl of oats is always a comforting and delicious experience. Oatmeal is just one of those foods that’s loved and recommended by dietitians as a healthy addition to one’s diet. But can eating too much oatmeal make you gain weight? We spoke with Amy Goodson, MS, RD, CSSD, LD, a registered dietitian and certified specialist in sports dietetics who sits on our Medical Expert Board, who shares everything you need to know about eating oatmeal for weight loss, along with how much may be too much for your waistline. Keep reading to learn more,…
Anyone’s muscles can feel a little cramped after an especially tense workday—maybe from being hunched over a laptop, glued to a rigid chair, standing for hours, or even squeezing a stress ball for dear life. But as bad as the average person might feel by the end of the day, for Caitlin West, that soreness starts the second she clocks in. That’s because she lives with psoriatic arthritis (PsA).“The pain is every day—and some days, it’s what I would call a constant flare-up,” the 35-year-old from Coatesville, Pa., tells SELF. A lot of people with PsA (including West) also have…
Time Stamps 00:00:00 – Intro 00:20:18 – Historical context: High Volume vs. High Intensity 00:48:53 – An overview of the volume research 01:14:11 – The recent study by Enes & Colleagues 01:39:15 – Interpretations of Study, Context Dependency, Applications and Criticism Most of the research discussed in this episode can be found here: Dose-response relationship between weekly resistance training volume and increases in muscle mass: A systematic review and meta-analysis Effects of Different Weekly Set Progressions on Muscular Adaptations in Trained Males: Is There a Dose-Response Effect? A Systematic Review of The Effects of Different Resistance Training Volumes on Muscle…
When it comes to weight loss, getting rid of pesky pounds and journeying toward your goal weight is the first part of the process. Once you accomplish this, the next part is maintaining it. It all comes down to following nutritious eating habits, leading a healthy lifestyle, and getting regular exercise. In the wide world of weight-loss diets, you’ve likely heard of many that claim to yield results, such as the Dukan diet, a high-protein, low-carb eating regimen that celebrities like Jennifer Lopez and Kate Middleton have reportedly tried. Should you try the Dukan diet for weight loss? Well, we…
Vegetables of all kinds are the hard-working backbone of your weight loss plan. Eating lots of veggies provides you with vitamins and minerals that keep your immune system strong and your body energized as you shed excess pounds. That’s why Nutrisystem recommends eating at least four servings of non-starchy vegetables every day. We love frozen vegetables because they make that goal so much more attainable. Here’s why:1. Peak of NutritionHere’s what it’s all about. You’re eating lots of vegetables because they keep you well-nourished when you’re losing weight. Veggies have their highest nutrient content when they are first-picked and then…
It’s often silent but can be a deadly killer. Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy is a genetic condition that occurs in 1 in 500 people. Dr. Said Alsidawi, a Mayo Clinic cardiologist, says the problem is that many people don’t even know they have it because they have no symptoms. And in 20% of cases, the first presentation is sudden cardiac death. Watch: The Mayo Clinic Minute Journalists: Broadcast-quality video (1:07) is in the downloads at the end of this post. Please courtesy: “Mayo Clinic News Network.” Read the script. Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy is a genetic condition that causes the heart muscle to thicken,…
For some, shining attention on the international burnout rates for employees caused a cascade of workplace environment changes. Bosses had to look long and hard at the culture they’d built and make a variety of decisions—including if a caregiver would be penalized for heading out of work a little early, if a team member could do the same job remotely and whether the end of “hustle” culture would mean a decline in profits. Some rose to meet the modern demands of the workplace, integrating wellness programs and more one-on-one meetings to ensure workers’ satisfaction. Others solidified their traditional expectations, including Wayfair…
Believe it or not, strength training for tennis players wasn’t in vogue back in the 80’s, even among the professional players. John McEnroe famously avoided strength training, and to keep himself fit, he would play as many matches as possible. He got away with this because of his outworldly talent, but times have changed. Modern tennis players look more like Carlos Alcaraz Rafael Nadal than skinny and fit John McEnroe. If you want an edge on the court, hit the gym. Strength training is essential to a professional tennis player’s routine, not just strength training. Unilateral training or training on…
California Pizza Kitchen isn’t just a frozen take-home pizza brand. Outside of the fluorescent refrigerator aisle, CPK is one of America’s favorite chain restaurants due to its variety of options and wide availability for those who are gluten-free or following a mainly plant-based diet. If you’re looking for casual dining, it won’t be hard to find the classic yellow sign as the chain boasts over 130 locations across the country. But CPK offers more than just pizza—we’re talking appetizers, salads, soups, pasta, and more traditional main dishes. Overall, their menu is pretty manageable and transparent when it comes to their…