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If you’re looking for a new way to exercise, TikTok always has you covered. From hot girl walks to “3-2-8” workouts and trampoline routines, there’s no shortage of fun ideas. The latest: the “silent walk.” Silent walks are just what they sound like: taking a walk alone without any distractions, whether that’s your dog barking, a podcast playing, or your friend’s latest gossip. In other words, it’s an anxiety-busting moving meditation. Considering the many distractions we’re otherwise subjected to every day, this could be one part of your day that you actually give to yourself to just… be with yourself.…
You’ve probably read that drinking coffee can promote weight loss, but did you know that tea may also help you shed pounds?Green tea has garnered most of the headlines. Between its caffeine and the health-promoting antioxidants it contains, it might give your weight loss efforts a boost.Though most tea contains less caffeine than coffee, even a little bit seems to be able to boost your metabolism to burn calories. In green tea, it gets an able assist from antioxidants known as catechins, says Healthline.Green tea’s secret catechin weapon is epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG), which prevents the production of an enzyme that…
You’re smart, you’re hardworking and you have a vision for your career and your life. But these aren’t the only ingredients to unlocking your success. In fact, many of the brightest and most ambitious people struggle in their careers or personal lives. If you really want to reach your full potential, a free emotional intelligence test can play an important role.What is an emotional intelligence test?Emotional intelligence, often referred to as “EQ” or “EI,” encapsulates the ability to recognize, evaluate and manage one’s own emotions. Those with high emotional intelligence are defined by their ability to better acknowledge and respond…
At the 2023 IDEA World Convention, renowned fitness personality Donna Richardson received the Jack LaLanne Lifetime Achievement Award, recognizing her contributions and efforts. Presenting the award was LaLanne’s widow and “The First Lady of Fitness,” Elaine. During the ceremony, she also danced onstage and offered to do 20 Ab Jack Knives right there and then. She’s 97 years old. “I’ve got a great core,” she said with a smile. Those of you that are over 40 and remember how both Jack and “LaLa” captivated the world with their feats and challenges are nodding your heads in approval but wouldn’t expect…
Whether you opt for the open road or a stationary bike, it’s easy to fall in love with cycling. The sport offers a myriad of benefits — from improved endurance to mood-boosting endorphins — that are only amplified by a healthy cycling diet. Nutrition for cycling isn’t unlike most other healthy, balanced diets. It’s based on nutrient-rich whole foods that provide your body with energy. But there are some nuances to a cycling diet — both before and after a ride — that concern meal timing, portion sizes, and types of foods. We asked a few experts to weigh in with…
As people get older, they are more at risk for certain diseases and ailments. But did you know that falls are the leading cause of injury and death in people over 65? A new report by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention determined that, on average, 100 older adults died every day from falls in 2021. Over the previous 20 years, age-adjusted death rates have increased each year. Each year, millions of people are treated in emergency departments across the country for fall injuries. In fact, falling accounts for the most trauma center visits in all ages. A fall…
Hanging with friends or family, enjoying a romantic evening, and bonding with coworkers after hours are all fine ways to fill your leisure time. But maybe your loved ones are busy or live far away. Or perhaps you’re extremely single or, frankly, just not in the mood to talk to anyone and craving some me time.No matter why you’re looking to have fun by yourself, the options for solo date ideas may seem pretty limited. Aside from rotting in bed or reserving a table at your favorite restaurant (which might sound awkward), what else can you really do?First, you might…
More than 30 million Americans are living with diabetes. And many of them are children and adolescents. Cases of Type 2 diabetes are on the rise among those 20 and under in the U.S., according to a study by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Dr. Tina Ardon, a Mayo Clinic family medicine physician, says preventing Type 2 diabetes symptoms from developing starts with diet and exercise. Watch: The Mayo Clinic Minute Journalists: Broadcast-quality video pkg (1:04) is in the downloads at the end of the post. Please courtesy: “Mayo Clinic News Network.” Read the script. Your body processes sugar (glucose) into fuel from the foods you eat. But…
Career & Business Why this goal-setting technique is the best way to achieve success Posted by: Team Tony The value of setting goals in life cannot be overstated. In the words of Tony Robbins, “Progress equals happiness.” We need to feel like we’re working toward a goal to ultimately feel fulfilled and joyful in life. But are all goals created equal? Not necessarily. The outcomes you want ultimately point to the quality of the objectives you’re setting for yourself – and if you’re not using SMART goals, you could be holding yourself back. Sometimes we fall short of our goals,…
IN SEASON 2 of Prime Video’s The Wheel of Time, there’s one huge change. And no, we’re not just talking about plot changes from the books.The series first premiered in 2021. Starring Rosamund Pike, the show is based on a series of beloved books of the same name by Robert Jordan. Pike plays Moiraine, a member of the Aes Sedai, a group of women with mystical powers. Moiraine travels to a small village where she collects a group of young people all with the potential to be the reincarnation of the Dragon. Whoever is the Dragon possesses the ability to…