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Wellness

We take a no-nonsense approach to wellness—the intersection between your body and your mind—so you can trust us to report on the latest scientific advancements and expert-backed advice, from how to fall asleep (and stay asleep) to everything you need to know to be well-informed about your reproductive health.

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How to Do a Handstand to Work Muscles You Didn't Know You Had

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Elliptical vs. Stationary Bike: Which Is the Better Workout?

Exercise ball
How to Pick the Right Exercise Ball for You

Woman doing abdominal exercises on a yoga mat outdoors.
Crunches vs. Sit-Ups: Which Are Better for Your Routine?

Woman performing a plank outdoors
Shoulder Taps: What They Are and How to Do Them

7 Upper-Back Workout Moves to Add to Your Routine

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9 Hyperextension Exercises Your Glutes Will Thank You For

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Turns Out Roller Skating Isn't Just Fun—It's Also a Solid Workout

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10 of the Best Mobility Exercises to Up Your Range of Motion

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The Bear Crawl: What It Is and How to Do It

Plank Jacks: What They Are and How to Perform Them

Are Frog Jumps the Missing Move in Your Workout?

Dumbbell Shoulder Squats: What They Are and How to Do Them

How to Perform a Renegade Row, Straight From a Trainer

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Eccentric Training: What It Is and How—and Why—to Do It

Wall Sits Are Incredible for Your Quads—Here's How to Do Them

Dumbbell Pullovers: What They Are, and How to (Safely) Do Them

Three people using Pilates reformer machines.
Reformer Pilates: This Is What to Expect From a Class

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Is Your Eye Constantly Twitching These Days? This Is Why

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Avocado Oil vs. Olive Oil: What You Need to Know

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6 Sneaky Symptoms That Can Be a Sign of a Vitamin A Deficiency

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Your Lower Back Is Essential—Here's How to Strengthen It

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Golde Is the Black-Owned Wellness Brand We Can't Get Enough Of

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How to Perform the Perfect Biceps Curl

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Ashwagandha Has a Host of Benefits—and Some Sneaky Side Effects

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Ritual’s Best-Selling Vitamins Rarely Go On Sale—But They’re $23 This Weekend
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Why Body Liberation Is So Important, According to a Former Body Image Coach

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Best Online Couples Therapy of 2022
yerba mate
Yerba Mate Is a Buzzy Drink With Strong Cultural Origin—Here’s the Backstory

elyse fox
How Elyse Fox's Mental Health Journey Helped Her Build a Meaningful Community

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Are All-Natural Tampons Really Better for You?

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A Closer Look at Ayurveda's Major Impact on Beauty

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Rise Nation Is Going Viral—Here's What You Need to Know About the Climbing Workout

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Is It Safe to Workout When You're Already Sore? We Asked Trainers

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Vertical Knee Raises Are Perfect for Upping Your Ab Routine

Woman with a watery eye.
Watery Eyes: Causes and How to Treat Them

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Can Peptide Injections Help You Get Abs? Experts Weigh In

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Teeth Whitening Trays: What Dentists Want You to Know About the Treatment

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Is Baking Soda an Effective Way to Whiten Your Teeth?

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Coconut Oil for Teeth Whitening: Does It Actually Work?

woman performing static core exercise
What Is Muscular Endurance, and How Can You Build It Up?

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Jump Squats Are the Perfect Boost to Your Workout Routine

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Sound Bath: What Is It and Should I Try It Out?

Oblique side plank
14 Oblique Exercises That Help Build a Stronger Torso

Woman performing a glute bridge on a bridge.
Frog Pumps: What to Know About This Under-the-Radar Move

Women hiking through a stream
11 Fun Ways to Stay Active Without Setting Foot in a Gym

Inverted Row
Inverted Rows: What They Are and How to Do Them

Woman jumping to the side outdoors
Lateral Jumps Are an Explosive Addition to Your Workout

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Donkey Kicks: What They Are and How to Do Them

Spirulina
Chlorella vs. Spirulina: Here's Everything You Need to Know

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Jamu Juice Is "Trending," but It's Been Around for Centuries

Volumetric Diet Guide- Vegetable Salad with Halloumi and Pomegranate
Volumetric Diet: How It Works and Builds Healthy Eating Habits

Hula Hoop Workout Benefits
8 Reasons Hula Hooping Is an Amazing Low-Impact Workout

Can Vaginal pH Get Thrown Off?
Can Your Vaginal pH Actually Get Thrown Off?

Eccentric Workouts
7 Eccentric Exercises to Add to Your Workout

Military Presses
Military Presses: Everything to Know About This Muscle-Building Move

Strengthening Back Muscles
Looking to Strengthen Your Back Muscles? Start Here

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Are HIIT Classes Really More Effective Than Steady-State Cardio?

How to Complete a Russian Twist, According to Aubre Winters

What Muscles Do Deadlifts Work?
What Muscles Do Deadlifts Work? We Asked Personal Trainers

Hanging Leg Raises
Hanging Leg Raises: What They Are, and Why You Should Be Doing Them

Psuhup Variations
9 Push-Up Variations, and the Muscles They Work

Jogging
Taking Up Jogging? Here’s What You Need to Know

Different Days Different Moves
Which Body Parts Should You Target Together in Your Workout?