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A spirit that lives in this world and does not wear the shirt of love, such an existence is a deep disgrace. Be foolishly in love, because love is all there is. There is no way into presence except through a love exchange. If someone asks, But what is love? answer, Dissolving the will. True…
It’s no secret that exercise is “the bomb” for health and fitness. When you launch into a workout it induces a variety of adaptations at the cellular level that underlie many of the performance improvements and health benefits associated with physical activity. But have you ever wondered what’s happening at the cellular level when…
Although we may not be in lockdown anymore, COVID-19 is far from over. We used to have a decent handle on proper COVID protocol, wearing masks, getting tested, and quarantining after a positive COVID result. But in the years since, there’s been a slew of different COVID symptoms, variants, complications like long COVID, and recommendations…
I didn’t do a Wednesday Weigh-In post yesterday because I wanted to spend the day with Jerry and just leave my computer alone. He absolutely loved the Valentine’s Day gifts I gave him. Our day didn’t end up going as planned, but we had a lot of fun. He surprised me by taking the day…
A spirit that lives in this world and does not wear the shirt of love, such an existence is a deep disgrace. Be foolishly in love, because love is all there is. There is no way into presence except through a love exchange. If someone asks, But what is love? answer, Dissolving the will. True…
Alt-right researchers tend to play into gendered assumptions by describing women’s participation as passive. Alt-right researchers tend to portray women as inactive. However, the demographics of Capitol Riots arrestees reveal that middle-aged white men are the majority. However, our research on the digital media and misinformation relating to the Capitol Riots has found that women played key leadership…
Do your knees ache when you walk, run, or climb stairs? Do you feel a dull, nagging pain behind your kneecap or on the sides of your knees? If you nodded yes, your glutes could be to blame. Did you know your glutes play a crucial role in stabilizing your knees and absorbing impact…
This week, as other people were placing last-minute bets and looking up guacamole recipes in preparation for the Super Bowl, I was brushing up on my knowledge of the international date line — along with every other Swiftie and the Embassy of Japan. Everyone wanted to know if Taylor Swift could make it from her…
It just hit me when I typed “172” in the title of this post that 172 weeks is well over three years! It doesn’t seem like it’s been that long since I got serious about losing my 2018 weight gain. A little over a week ago marked two years since becoming vegan. And a week…
A spirit that lives in this world and does not wear the shirt of love, such an existence is a deep disgrace. Be foolishly in love, because love is all there is. There is no way into presence except through a love exchange. If someone asks, But what is love? answer, Dissolving the will. True…
Activity trackers are more advanced than ever. They can measure your heartbeat, blood oxygen level, calories burnt, and how long you sleep or exercise. They can “talk to” your smartphone or smart machines at the gym and connect you with workout videos, recipes, or guided meditation. Do trackers encourage you to exercise more? The results of studies…
The new year is a time when people focus on improving their health and fitness and this year is no exception. As we enter 2024, exciting trends are emerging in the world of fitness and wellness. Let’s look at six of the top health and fitness movements that experts are predicting will gain momentum in…
Protein is all the rage right now. According to Google trends, the words “how much protein per day” and “protein calculator” are being searched at record highs in the US — and for good reason. You probably already know that protein is an important macronutrient. But did you know there’s protein in every cell in…
Hi friends! Happy Friday! How are you? I hope you’ve had a wonderful week. It’s been a bit of a wild one over here. I had to get my first mammogram after a potentially concerning spot showed up on my last ultrasound – it was NOT a picnic, but I’m extremely thankful for good results….
This week was much better than the previous, as far as my eating goes. Jerry and I have been back to eating whole foods (only a few days in so far though) and I already feel ten times better. It’s so interesting how much of a difference diet makes in the way we feel. We’ve…
A spirit that lives in this world and does not wear the shirt of love, such an existence is a deep disgrace. Be foolishly in love, because love is all there is. There is no way into presence except through a love exchange. If someone asks, But what is love? answer, Dissolving the will. True…
The release of the reality television series Milf Manor in January 2023 has added to the pantheon of milfs (“Mothers I’d Like to Fuck”) on screen. But from Stacy’s mum to Stifler’s mum: why is our cultural fascination with and fetishization of the milf so enduring? The milf is an older mother who is considered sexually…
Ever chugged down a victory smoothie after mastering a tricky yoga pose, or high-fived yourself after conquering a deep squat? These insignificant moments might not make headlines, but they hold the secret sauce to unlocking your long-term fitness success and staying motivated to achieve your fitness goals. Recognize and Celebrate Progress – Big and Small…
Every editorial product is independently selected by our editors. If you buy something through our links, we may earn commission. Have you ever seen people running outside in the depths of winter and shook your head as you drove to your heated yoga studio? Perhaps you’ve gone from marveling at the fortitude of the winter…
I’ve been dreading writing this post all week! I had a really bad week as far as my eating goes. I had been doing SO good for the first couple of weeks of January, thanks to the challenge that Jerry and I did. Since my health goal for the year was to eat more vegetables,…
View of Cape Town from Robben Island Nelson Mandela’s Prison Cell The last two weeks of February I had the honor of being invited to teach both in Johannesburg and Cape Town, South Africa. My first trip to the country, I arrived free of expectation but definitely with a sense of curiosity. Unfortunately, soon after…