Julie realized that she had a knack for all things music and art at the age of 28, so she pivoted from a steady job in the fashion business to embrace her creative pursuits wholeheartedly—refusing to let anyone’s perception of what was “normal” or “responsible” get to her. Her husband, Rich Roll, went through his own dramatic career shift years after, leaving behind his job as a successful lawyer to chase his athletic dreams....
While running may come to mind as the best cardio workout, jumping rope also has its benefits—but which one is better? Here’s what personal trainers have to say about it. “Running will build cardiovascular endurance, as well, but you need either a treadmill or space outside,” NASM-certified personal trainer Jaclyn Sklaver, M.S., CNS, CDN, LDN, tells mbg. With proper form, running can also build lower-body muscle. Studies have also linked running with longevity1, stating that “runners have a 25% to 40% reduced risk of premature mortality and live approximately three years longer than non-runners....
The hard part of starting a keto diet is figuring out exactly which foods are allowed and which foods are off limits, especially if you want to focus on whole foods. Learning the carb and fat content of various meats, vegetables, and fruits takes time. Pro tip: If a food you love isn’t on this list, check out its nutritional information on the USDA Food Composition Database, which is where we got the numbers below....
Although you’re probably not asking someone about their MBTI before a first date, knowing it can be a shortcut to more information about a potential partner’s personality. Let’s dive into some of the basics on Myers-Briggs relationship compatibility. Extroversion/introversion speaks to how you get your energy. Enlivened by crowds, parties, and spending time with others? You’re likely an extrovert. If you prefer to re-energize through quiet time and solitary pursuits, introversion probably describes you better....
And while climaxing isn’t necessarily the be-all and end-all of fulfilling sex, orgasms should ultimately be pleasurable, not painful. Unless ruined orgasms are your thing, painful sex is generally not considered normal. In fact, it could be a signal from your body that there’s an underlying condition or pelvic floor issue—one that you should definitely get checked out. To understand the mechanisms here, it’s helpful to clarify what an orgasm is at its core: a neurophysiological culmination ending with an involuntary muscle spasm....
And as you browse the hair care aisle, you may come across products with keratin or bond-building slapped on the label—these protein-infused formulas promise to rebuild broken hair bonds, but (sigh) you can get too much of a good thing. As you coat the strands with these bond-building ingredients, you protect them from further breakage and strengthen their ability to withstand those aforementioned stressors. “Topical protein treatments such as keratin or bond-strengthening shampoos revitalize hair and promote stronger hair strands,” adds hairstylist Miko Branch, co-founder of hair care brand Miss Jessie’s....
OK, maybe not when I’m dealing with frigid temps and icy downpour—but as a die-hard outdoor runner, I’d take rainy miles over an indoor treadmill sesh any day. Of course, when rain is in the forecast, there are some important safety precautions to keep in mind, plus ideal ways to gear up. I chatted with some top running coaches to learn their tips for running in the rain—for anyone else too motivated to take a rain check....
