Healthy lifestyle
A healthy lifestyle is one which helps to keep and improve people's health and well-being.Many governments and non-governmental organizations have made big efforts in healthy lifestyle and health promotion.
Mental Health
Mental health can be considered a very important factor of physical health for the effects it produces on bodily functions. This type of health concerns emotional and cognitive well-being or an absence of mental disorder.
Public health
Public health can be defined in a variety of ways. It can be presented as "the study of the physical, psychosocial and socio-cultural determinants of population health and actions to improve the health of the population.
Reproductive Health
For the UN, reproductive health is a right, like other human rights. This recent concept evokes the good transmission of the genetic heritage from one generation to the next.
Health
Health is a state of complete physical, mental and social well-being, and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity.
samedi 10 juin 2017
This Is Us Season 2 Will Be "Bigger" Than Season 1
Your weekly cryfest, This Is Us, is also one of the hottest new TV shows. So hot, in fact, that it got renewed for not one but two seasons back in January, a feat basically unheard of in network TV. And the only thing sadder than the plot twists of this show is the fact that we have an entire Summer to wait until it comes back. Lucky for us, we already have a bit of info about what we can expect next Fall, including some exciting quotes from Milo Ventimiglia and NBC Entertainment president Jennifer Salke from this year's panel at the ATX TV festival.
Season 2 Will Be "Bigger" Than Season 1
At this year's This Is Us panel at ATX, Ventimiglia, NBC Entertainment president Jennifer Salke were asked to share anything from season two. Unsurprisingly, they were tight-lipped, but Salke wanted the audience to know that it would be "bigger than season one" in every way. Ventimiglia built the suspense by saying, "It's f*ckin' exciting . . . I've been dying to get back to work." They also shared that filming for the second season will start on July 11.
There Are More Family Dynamics to Explore
Like previous beloved family drama before it, Parenthood (which ran for six seasons), there are nearly endless stories you can tell about a family. Obviously we'll see more Pearson family dynamics explored in season two, and star Justin Hartley intimated to us that the show might explore Randall and Rebecca's relationship more in season two. And we'll obviously also see the next stage in Jack and Rebecca's relationship since the finale showed a cataclysmic relationship fight.
The Episode Count
There will be 18 episodes of season two, and the same number for season three. Creator Dan Fogelman said that the seasons will also be split into two arcs before and after the holidays, like season one.
William Will Still Be Part of the Show
In one of the saddest moments of a very sad season, William succumbs to his illness. That would seem like it would close the door on cast member Ron Cephas Jones being on the show anymore, but it didn't. In an interview with Entertainment Weekly right after William's death episode, Jones said that he would be back in season two in some way. He compared his resurfacing to the fact that Jack is dead in present day, but Milo Ventimiglia is a series regular. "I do know that he's going to carry over into season two in some way, just as well as Jack was in all of season one." He added that "there's a chunk of his life that we haven't explored" and that he's "very excited" about all the possibilities.
William's Death Will Inform Randall's Season 2 Storyline
After the episode about William's death aired, creator Fogelman told Entertainment Weekly that Randall's grief will be a big part of the next season. Fogelman said that Randall will ponder "'How do I honor his legacy? What do I do with what just happened in this year I've just spent with this man so that I just don't go back to the same old existence?' And he starts making a bunch of choices and decisions that will affect us going into season 2." By the end of the season, Randall has quit his job and decided he wants to adopt, so perhaps those are the ways he is honoring his biological father's legacy (please, please, please let us see Randall as a stay-at-home dad).
How 1 Redhead Got Her Princess Ariel Mermaid Waves Back With a Perm
I'll never forget when it happened - the day I lost my curls. I had just turned the corner out of my 20s and was celebrating my big 3-0 in the Hamptons with my closest friends. After a day spent at the beach, frolicking in the ocean, we came home to begin preparations for our night out. And instead of my usual curls twisting up into beachy mermaid waves, they lay limp and flat.
Let's backtrack: I'm a major beauty girl. I love the art of getting ready. I like to think of it as an arts and craft project with the canvas being my face. I've never met a face mask or a tube of mascara that I didn't love! The joy of getting ready, however, ends with my face. Doing my hair? Not so much.
I always found the blow-dry, or curling or straightening process arduous, and I never really got the hang of it. I'll admit that part of the reason is because I never had a problem with my hair. In fact, my hair has always been my trademark - long and thick, in a rather unique shade of red. It has always been the kind of mane that really just obeyed orders - when I was in high school and only wanted straight hair, I would take to an iron and live my life frizz free. Postcollege when wavy/beachy hair was en vogue, I tossed some surf spray in and voila! For the first 29 years of my life, my hair was low maintenance and drama free!
Fast forward to the Hamptons 2016: As if turning 30 wasn't enough of a life change, it seemed as though the universe thought it would be funny to bestow me with straight, limp hair. This transition wasn't something that happened overnight - clearly it was a slow progression. But to say the timing was uncanny would be an understatement.
Following that fateful weekend, I began a quest to get to the bottom of my "mane" identity crisis (pun intended). I treaded through what seemed like the end of the internet and back, viewing countless articles on the reasons behind why one's hair may randomly change texture, and I scrolled through seemingly endless beauty message board conversations. I polled every hair expert I came into contact with, asking them to solve why my hair suddenly went from bouncy and happy to limp and sad.
Nothing really worked - I would leave my house and by my second Tito's and Soda, my hair would resemble a strange unidentifiable crimp situation.
The most troubling part about my new state of affairs was that my hair no longer held a curl at all. So even my attempts at faking a beachy wave with a wand failed. As with everything in life, I slowly learned to cope with my new set of circumstances. I stocked up on volumizing shampoo and went through my fair share of hairspray trials in an attempt to lock in my styled curls. Truthfully, nothing really worked - I would leave my house and by my second Tito's and Soda, my hair would resemble a strange unidentifiable crimp situation.
As much as I tried to accept and embrace my new set of hair(y) circumstances, I couldn't really reconcile having straight hair. I just didn't feel like myself. Just as I had when I first encountered my new straight hair, I delved into the depths of the World Wide Web to try and figure out if and how I could ever regain my curls back. Naturally, my initial search process lead me to the traditional perm - a word that terrified me for a number of reasons. A) I had no interest in looking like Jesse Spano from the early days of Saved By The Bell (she was a total hottie, but not really my style), but more importantly B) I had VIRGIN HAIR - as a natural redhead, my parents never allowed to dye my hair growing up, and until recently I had no reason to chemically treat it.
Seeing as though the traditional perm was OUT, I hit a wall in terms of possible solutions. Luckily for me, I happen to have a best friend who does double duty as a beauty editor. She was all too familiar with my struggle (sorry for all the whining, Lauren), so when she came across a treatment that the NYC Nunzio Saviano salon offered called the Digital Wave, I was the first person she told.
The Digital Wave is similar to a traditional perm but is less chemically damaging, and it creates beach waves instead of ringlets. It uses a digital iron to get the job done, and results last three to four months. It seemed like my knight in shining armor, and I was ready to go along for the ride. To help you see what the deal is, I photographed the journey and interviewed my stylist, Jean Oh, along the way!
I'm Proof That Morning Workouts Can Change Your Life
I wasn't always a morning person.
I vividly remember my elementary-school struggle to get out of bed at the ungodly hour of 7:30 a.m. In middle school, I discovered the joys of staying up past midnight and sleeping well into the morning on weekends, Summer weather be damned.
In high school, I joined the crew team, and it quickly became my life. Though most of our practices took place in the afternoon, we occasionally practiced at 6 a.m., and I took to those morning workouts with a near-fanatical devotion. Watching the sun rising majestically over the Philadelphia skyline from the Schuylkill River, I first experienced the inward thrill of feeling like the world belonged to me while everyone else was still asleep.
In college, practice took place exclusively at 6 a.m., six days a week, often followed by an hour in the weight room. The majesty of morning quickly wore off with the grueling schedule, and over time, became routine. Even on days off, no matter how hard I'd tried to exhaust myself the night before, I'd wake naturally by 7 a.m., staring irritably at the ceiling.
After graduation, I reverted back to afternoon workouts, simply because I could. There were no more races to win, no more depth charts to climb, no more school colors to wave. I sweated through evening yoga classes and went for runs on weekend mornings, long after the sun had risen. And then one day, my roommate joined a gym and started taking an early morning strength and conditioning class. She invited me to try it with her. I resisted, and then relented.
I never looked back.
I immediately got hooked on the most obvious advantage of early morning workouts - getting it over with. I loved not having to plan out everything I ate during the day to ensure that I would be neither too full nor too lightheaded to work out in the evening. I loved having my evenings free to spend with friends. I never felt exhausted after a workout; on the contrary, I was more awake upon arriving to work than I'd ever been. Before long, if I didn't work out in the morning, I wouldn't do it at all.
When I became a Spin instructor several years later, it felt only natural to volunteer to teach the early morning classes. There is a dedicated crowd who attends regularly, and their energy and drive are what gets me out of bed in the morning. Still, nothing makes me happier than seeing a member who regularly attends evening and weekend classes deciding to give the 6 a.m. a try. Satisfaction at getting a workout out of the way is a common refrain, but over time, I hope that they start to see that it's more than that.
I hope they feel a secret triumph when they see the sun rising after their workout and know that they were up first. I hope they find that they really can take time for themselves without compromising on all that they give to other people all day long. I hope they fall in love with the feeling of walking into the studio barely awake and leaving ready to take on the world.
Of course, all of this is only possible if one can overcome the most obvious hurdle: getting out of bed. For that, I offer my two favorite pieces of advice:
1. Lay out EVERYTHING the night before.
The last thing you need when staggering half-asleep out of the house before sunrise is to feel like you forgot something, especially something like proper clothing or a water bottle that's going to make a huge difference in your comfort level in class or at the gym. Don't make it harder for yourself. Before you go to bed, when your brain is functioning fully, lay out everything you're going to need in a spot where it'll be easy to grab- clothes (right down to the socks), footwear, a water bottle, a towel, and anything else that you need to be comfortable and get the most out of your workout. This could include anything from a FitBit to an energy bar to something you might need if you're planning to go straight to work from the gym or studio.
2. Stand up.
When your alarm goes off, hit stop (not snooze!) and stand up. Once you're up, you're likely to move, and if you move, you'll make it out the door and to your workout. I always tell my classes that if you just get yourself to the studio at that hour, you're going to work out- that's the easy part. But none of it is possible without standing up- so just start there and let that be your focus. The rest will come naturally.
Craving Latin Food at the Disney Parks? Here Are the Best Dishes to Try!
Disney vacations are the perfect opportunity to indulge cravings - hellooooooo, seasonal ice cream and decadent doughnuts - and sometimes, that means we want nostalgic Latino food while visiting the parks. That's why there's no shortage of options in the US Disney park locations, ranging from comfort food (empanadas and chilaquiles) to experimental goodies (horchata margaritas and tajín-chamoy Popsicles).
We've selected the 14 best Latino eats and drinks to reach for when you're enjoying the Disney parks, so that you don't get stuck biting into a lackluster lunch. Check our selections ahead, then let us know if we missed your personal favorite!
This Is Us Season 2 Will Be "Bigger" Than Season 1
Your weekly cryfest, This Is Us, is also one of the hottest new TV shows. So hot, in fact, that it got renewed for not one but two seasons back in January, a feat basically unheard of in network TV. And the only thing sadder than the plot twists of this show is the fact that we have an entire Summer to wait until it comes back. Lucky for us, we already have a bit of info about what we can expect next Fall, including some exciting quotes from Milo Ventimiglia and NBC Entertainment President Jennifer Salke from this year's panel at the ATX TV festival.
Season 2 Will Be "Bigger" Than Season 1
At this year's This Is Us panel at ATX, Ventimiglia, NBC Entertainment President Jennifer Salke were asked to share anything from season two. Unsurprisingly, they were tight-lipped, but Salke wanted the audience to know that it would be "bigger than season one" in every way. Ventimiglia built the suspense by saying, "It's f*ckin' exciting. . . . I've been dying to get back to work." They also shared that filming for the second season will start on July 11.
There Are More Family Dynamics to Explore
Like previous beloved family drama before it, Parenthood (which ran for six seasons), there are nearly endless stories you can tell about a family. Obviously we'll see more Pearson family dynamics explored in season two, and star Justin Hartley intimated to us that the show might explore Randall and Rebecca's relationship more in season two. And we'll obviously also see the next stage in Jack and Rebecca's relationship since the finale showed a cataclysmic relationship fight.
The Episode Count
There will be 18 episodes of season two, and the same number for season three. Creator Dan Fogelman said that the seasons will also be split into two arcs before and after the holidays, like season one.
William Will Still Be Part of the Show
In one of the saddest moments of a very sad season, William succumbs to his illness. That would seem like it would close the door on cast member Ron Cephas Jones being on the show anymore, but it didn't. In an interview with Entertainment Weekly right after William's death episode, Jones said that he would be back in season two in some way. He compared his resurfacing to the fact that Jack is dead in present day, but Milo Ventimiglia is a series regular. "I do know that he's going to carry over into season two in some way, just as well as Jack was in all of season one." He added that "there's a chunk of his life that we haven't explored" and that he's "very excited" about all the possibilities.
William's Death Will Inform Randall's Season 2 Storyline
After the episode about William's death aired, creator Fogelman told Entertainment Weekly that Randall's grief will be a big part of the next season. Fogelman said that Randall will ponder "'How do I honor his legacy? What do I do with what just happened in this year I've just spent with this man so that I just don't go back to the same old existence?' And he starts making a bunch of choices and decisions that will affect us going into season 2." By the end of the season, Randall has quit his job and decided he wants to adopt, so perhaps those are the ways he is honoring his biological father's legacy (please, please, please let us see Randall as a stay-at-home dad).
Craving Latin Food at the Disney Parks? Here Are the Best Dishes to Try!
Disney vacations are the perfect opportunity to indulge cravings - hellooooooo, seasonal ice cream and decadent doughnuts - and sometimes, that means we want nostalgic Latino food while visiting the parks. That's why there's no shortage of options in the US Disney park locations, ranging from comfort food (empanadas and chilaquiles) to experimental goodies (horchata margaritas and tajín-chamoy Popsicles).
We've selected the 14 best Latino eats and drinks to reach for when you're enjoying the Disney parks, so that you don't get stuck biting into a lackluster lunch. Check our selections ahead, then let us know if we missed your personal favorite!
I'm Proof That Morning Workouts Can Change Your Life
I wasn't always a morning person.
I vividly remember my elementary-school struggle to get out of bed at the ungodly hour of 7:30 a.m. In middle school, I discovered the joys of staying up past midnight and sleeping well into the morning on weekends, Summer weather be damned.
In high school, I joined the crew team, and it quickly became my life. Though most of our practices took place in the afternoon, we occasionally practiced at 6 a.m., and I took to those morning workouts with a near-fanatical devotion. Watching the sun rising majestically over the Philadelphia skyline from the Schuylkill River, I first experienced the inward thrill of feeling like the world belonged to me while everyone else was still asleep.
In college, practice took place exclusively at 6 a.m., six days a week, often followed by an hour in the weight room. The majesty of morning quickly wore off with the grueling schedule, and over time, became routine. Even on days off, no matter how hard I'd tried to exhaust myself the night before, I'd wake naturally by 7 a.m., staring irritably at the ceiling.
After graduation, I reverted back to afternoon workouts, simply because I could. There were no more races to win, no more depth charts to climb, no more school colors to wave. I sweated through evening yoga classes and went for runs on weekend mornings, long after the sun had risen. And then one day, my roommate joined a gym and started taking an early morning strength and conditioning class. She invited me to try it with her. I resisted, and then relented.
I never looked back.
I immediately got hooked on the most obvious advantage of early morning workouts - getting it over with. I loved not having to plan out everything I ate during the day to ensure that I would be neither too full nor too lightheaded to work out in the evening. I loved having my evenings free to spend with friends. I never felt exhausted after a workout; on the contrary, I was more awake upon arriving to work than I'd ever been. Before long, if I didn't work out in the morning, I wouldn't do it at all.
When I became a Spin instructor several years later, it felt only natural to volunteer to teach the early morning classes. There is a dedicated crowd who attends regularly, and their energy and drive are what gets me out of bed in the morning. Still, nothing makes me happier than seeing a member who regularly attends evening and weekend classes deciding to give the 6 a.m. a try. Satisfaction at getting a workout out of the way is a common refrain, but over time, I hope that they start to see that it's more than that.
I hope they feel a secret triumph when they see the sun rising after their workout and know that they were up first. I hope they find that they really can take time for themselves without compromising on all that they give to other people all day long. I hope they fall in love with the feeling of walking into the studio barely awake and leaving ready to take on the world.
Of course, all of this is only possible if one can overcome the most obvious hurdle: getting out of bed. For that, I offer my two favorite pieces of advice:
1. Lay out EVERYTHING the night before.
The last thing you need when staggering half-asleep out of the house before sunrise is to feel like you forgot something, especially something like proper clothing or a water bottle that's going to make a huge difference in your comfort level in class or at the gym. Don't make it harder for yourself. Before you go to bed, when your brain is functioning fully, lay out everything you're going to need in a spot where it'll be easy to grab- clothes (right down to the socks), footwear, a water bottle, a towel, and anything else that you need to be comfortable and get the most out of your workout. This could include anything from a FitBit to an energy bar to something you might need if you're planning to go straight to work from the gym or studio.
2. Stand up.
When your alarm goes off, hit stop (not snooze!) and stand up. Once you're up, you're likely to move, and if you move, you'll make it out the door and to your workout. I always tell my classes that if you just get yourself to the studio at that hour, you're going to work out- that's the easy part. But none of it is possible without standing up- so just start there and let that be your focus. The rest will come naturally.
5 Detox Drinks to Kick-Start Your Morning
The following post was originally published on Taylor Walker Fit.
Drinking water, a natural detox drink, the second you wake up helps to detoxify the liver, promote digestion, ease constipation, maintain healthy skin, improve blood circulation and helps put living your most "nutritious life" first!
The benefits are abundant and help you find comfort in your gut, now known as the powerhouse of your body. Having healthy gut and digestive tract actually helps you to have more energy, regular bowl movements, decreased bloating and an overall happier mindset. Did you know that it has been scientifically proven that a bloated, uncomfortable gut is linked to sadness and depression?
Think back to the last time you over ate. How did you feel? Happy? Excited? Full of energy? Doubtful. Anyway, we have all been there, and although I like to use whole foods to detox; drinks and herbal teas can help your body get back on track A-S-A-P! You should drink your detox concoction as soon as you wake up…even before your morning java.
Here are a few of my favorite daily detox drinks for you to add to your daily morning routine:
vendredi 9 juin 2017
5 Detox Drinks to Kick-Start Your Morning
The following post was originally published on Taylor Walker Fit.
Drinking water, a natural detox drink, the second you wake up helps to detoxify the liver, promote digestion, ease constipation, maintain healthy skin, improve blood circulation and helps put living your most "nutritious life" first!
The benefits are abundant and help you find comfort in your gut, now known as the powerhouse of your body. Having healthy gut and digestive tract actually helps you to have more energy, regular bowl movements, decreased bloating and an overall happier mindset. Did you know that it has been scientifically proven that a bloated, uncomfortable gut is linked to sadness and depression?
Think back to the last time you over ate. How did you feel? Happy? Excited? Full of energy? Doubtful. Anyway, we have all been there, and although I like to use whole foods to detox; drinks and herbal teas can help your body get back on track A-S-A-P! You should drink your detox concoction as soon as you wake up…even before your morning java.
Here are a few of my favorite daily detox drinks for you to add to your daily morning routine:
This UPF Swimwear Will Keep Your Kids Safe All Summer Long
Kids have more sensitive skin than adults and protecting them from Summer's harsh sun is important. Consider investing in some sun-protective clothing that will shield them from UV rays before your next trip to the beach.
Our picks include clothes with UPF (Sun Protection Factor) ratings, which is like an SPF rating for clothing. UPF ratings tell you how effective the clothing is at protecting skin against UVA and UVB rays. The ratings start at around 15 and goes up to 50+, and the number indicates what fraction of UV radiation will pass through the fabric. If you have a shirt with UPF 30, that means that only 1/30 of radiation will pass through the garment. The thicker and more vibrant the color of the fabric, the higher the UPF typically is.
Keep reading to see the best (and cutest) picks of UPF clothing that you and your kids will love.
This UPF Swimwear Will Keep Your Kids Safe All Summer Long
Kids have more sensitive skin than adults and protecting them from Summer's harsh sun is important. Consider investing in some sun-protective clothing that will shield them from UV rays before your next trip to the beach.
Our picks include clothes with UPF (Sun Protection Factor) ratings, which is like an SPF rating for clothing. UPF ratings tell you how effective the clothing is at protecting skin against UVA and UVB rays. The ratings start at around 15 and goes up to 50+, and the number indicates what fraction of UV radiation will pass through the fabric. If you have a shirt with UPF 30, that means that only 1/30 of radiation will pass through the garment. The thicker and more vibrant the color of the fabric, the higher the UPF typically is.
Keep reading to see the best (and cutest) picks of UPF clothing that you and your kids will love.
13 Printable No-Equipment At-Home Workouts to Try Now
Lack of a gym membership is no longer an excuse for skipping workouts. Instead of relying on equipment, let your body be the gym. These 13 bodyweight workouts are effective, easy to follow, and plenty of fun! You can do these in the comfort of your living room!
Techie Gifts For the Dad Who Doesn't Know Internet
Earlier this year, I bought my dad a nice up-to-date computer, which was a huge step up from his old 2001 Gateway. Now on a weekly basis, I field calls left and right that involve questions like, "how do I stop typing in big capital letters?" or the classic, "how do I comment on my Facebook page?" If you also have a dad like this, you know it's not always easy getting them on track with the current technology. This Father's Day, gift him with a cool techie gadget that he might be able to use. It will most likely involve you overseeing the introductory tutorial and maybe more phone calls, but getting him something he can learn to love is totally worth it. Check out some of these devices and see which one is right for your dad.
This Is Where the Little Girl Who Played Selena in the 1997 Movie Is Now
Ever wondered what happened to the little girl who played Selena Quintanilla along Jennifer Lopez in the 1997 movie Selena and where she is now? Her name is Becky Lee Meza, and while she is no longer singing or acting, she has accomplished quite a bit since landing every young Latina's dream role at 10 years old.
Shortly after the film's release and success, Meza went on to release her own recording album. What many may not know is that this was the first time Selena fans heard her singing voice, as she lip-synced to the vocals of then-teen sensation Jennifer Peña in the film. The concept album, "Vive tu Sueño," was made for a kid audience, featuring covers such as "Over the Rainbow" in both Spanish and English and other songs aimed to guide young listeners to follow their dreams.
Although these two projects were her only experiences with the entertainment business, Meza's role as Selena was undoubtedly a defining moment of her childhood and career, and she works hard to help preserve the singer's memory. Now in her 30s and a married mother of four who goes by Becky Burden, Meza lives with her family in Harlingen, Texas. In August 2016, she launched a video blog to keep fans updated on her life.
"I truly believe God had other plans for my life," Meza told Tejano Nation in March 2017. "I feel that I was supposed to experience the filming of the movie and experience the short-lived fame to humble me and just show me a lot of things that I probably wouldn't have learned, had it not been for the movie."
Meza also went on to become a social worker, as well as own a flower and bridal boutique, which happens to be decorated with Selena memorabilia and photos with her movie costars, and appeared at the first Fiesta de la Flor event in 2015, a Corpus Christi, Texas, festival launched to celebrate the life and legacy of the queen of Tejano music.
These Straw Bags Are The Most Instagramable Accessory of the Season
It's come to my attention that the one accessory I need right now is a great straw bag. I always knew they were a thing - they are all over my Instagram feed - but I never realized how many incredible options were out there. I started investigating, and it turns out there are endless options. Whether you like star print or pom-pom embellishments, you can put your own spin on this seasonal trend and get the one that is perfect for your style.
This Is Where the Little Girl Who Played Selena in the 1997 Movie Is Now
Ever wondered what happened to the little girl who played Selena Quintanilla along Jennifer Lopez in the 1997 movie Selena and where she is now? Her name is Becky Lee Meza, and while she is no longer singing or acting, she has accomplished quite a bit since landing every young Latina's dream role at 10 years old.
Shortly after the film's release and success, Meza went on to release her own recording album. What many may not know is that this was the first time Selena fans heard her singing voice, as she lip-synced to the vocals of then-teen sensation Jennifer Peña in the film. The concept album, "Vive tu Sueño," was made for a kid audience, featuring covers such as "Over the Rainbow" in both Spanish and English and other songs aimed to guide young listeners to follow their dreams.
Although these two projects were her only experiences with the entertainment business, Meza's role as Selena was undoubtedly a defining moment of her childhood and career, and she works hard to help preserve the singer's memory. Now in her 30s and a married mother of four who goes by Becky Burden, Meza lives with her family in Harlingen, Texas. In August 2016, she launched a video blog to keep fans updated on her life.
"I truly believe God had other plans for my life," Meza told Tejano Nation in March 2017. "I feel that I was supposed to experience the filming of the movie and experience the short-lived fame to humble me and just show me a lot of things that I probably wouldn't have learned, had it not been for the movie."
Meza also went on to become a social worker, as well as own a flower and bridal boutique, which happens to be decorated with Selena memorabilia and photos with her movie costars, and appeared at the first Fiesta de la Flor event in 2015, a Corpus Christi, Texas, festival launched to celebrate the life and legacy of the queen of Tejano music.
13 Printable No-Equipment At-Home Workouts to Try Now
Lack of a gym membership is no longer an excuse for skipping workouts. Instead of relying on equipment, let your body be the gym. These 13 bodyweight workouts are effective, easy to follow, and plenty of fun! You can do these in the comfort of your living room!
These Straw Bags Are The Most Instagramable Accessory of the Season
It's come to my attention that the one accessory I need right now is a great straw bag. I always knew they were a thing - they are all over my Instagram feed - but I never realized how many incredible options were out there. I started investigating, and it turns out there are endless options. Whether you like star print or pom-pom embellishments, you can put your own spin on this seasonal trend and get the one that is perfect for your style.
Sorry, but No One Has Guessed How Jack Dies on This Is Us
Internet-savvy This Is Us fans have heard a ton of theories about how Jack dies over the last few months: Jack dies in a plane crash, a house fire, Miguel kills him . . . all very creative, very plausible causes of death for Milo Ventimiglia's beloved character. Unfortunately (or fortunately?), these are all incorrect. That's the word from This Is Us series creator Dan Fogelman at this year's panel for the show at the ATX TV festival. Fogelman was actually not even present for the panel, but the sentiment was delivered by NBC Entertainment president Jennifer Salke, after the cast was asked what their favorite theory about Jack's death is (Ventimiglia's is that Miguel kills Jack). While Salke acknowledged that the internet-based fan theories are "entertaining," she said that according to Fogelman, "none of them have gotten close to what it is."
Not even close? Damn. Of course, maybe Fogelman hasn't seen every single theory on the internet about Jack's death. But if this is the truth, that means that all the most highly-circulated theories aren't true. It's OK if you had a really good one - it's just time to put on your foil hat and keep trying.
Sorry, but No One Has Guessed How Jack Dies on This Is Us
Internet-savvy This Is Us fans have heard a ton of theories about how Jack dies over the last few months: Jack dies in a plane crash, a house fire, Miguel kills him . . . all very creative, very plausible causes of death for Milo Ventimiglia's beloved character. Unfortunately (or fortunately?), these are all incorrect. That's the word from This Is Us series creator Dan Fogelman at this year's panel for the show at the ATX TV festival. Fogelman was actually not even present for the panel, but the sentiment was delivered by NBC Entertainment president Jennifer Salke, after the cast was asked what their favorite theory about Jack's death is (Ventimiglia's is that Miguel kills Jack). While Salke acknowledged that the internet-based fan theories are "entertaining," she said that according to Fogelman, "none of them have gotten close to what it is."
Not even close? Damn. Of course, maybe Fogelman hasn't seen every single theory on the internet about Jack's death. But if this is the truth, that means that all the most highly-circulated theories aren't true. It's OK if you had a really good one - it's just time to put on your foil hat and keep trying.
Vegans Rejoice: There's a Delicious Veggie Burger For You at Disneyland
Vegans, there's yet another reason to love Disneyland - the Carnation Cafe on Main Street has a delectable meat-free dish for lunch and dinner, and it's house-made by Disneyland chefs.
Hungry and want a delicious vegan option? The Chef's Vegan Burger at Carnation Cafe will have your taste buds singing & dancing! #Housemade http://pic.twitter.com/aZZL0upNGa
- Disneyland Today (@DisneylandToday) June 5, 2017
We found the Chef's Vegan Burger (pictured above) on the list of Disneyland's vegan and vegetarian options (did you know there are vegan Mickey Mouse waffles?!) and then spotted it on the Carnation Cafe menu online.
Here's what's in the $13 burger, according to the menu: "House-made bean and vegetable patty, tomatoes, lettuce, pickled red onions, and vegan chipotle-mayonnaise on a wheat roll with your choice of fresh fruit or seasoned French fries." Uhmmm, OK, deliciousness! We're in.
How to Find Your Dream Apartment on Craigslist
Scattered among the Craigslist advertisements for jobs, questionable meetups, and furniture for sale, are some amazing housing options. It can all seem really daunting trying to find your dream apartment on the internet, especially if you're moving to a new city. However, having been on both sides of the search, both as a renter and a landlord, I believe strongly that it's fully possible to find your perfect pad using Craigslist.
1) Do be very honest with your needs.
When my husband and I were looking to buy a place, we sat down privately and generated a list of our top five must haves. As much as I'd love to say that we got everything within our budget, there were a couple things that just were not going to happen without drastically ticking up our down payment. However, it didn't matter that our building didn't have a fireplace or rooftop deck since we got our big wish-list items, which were more contingent on location and building size. Finding your dream Craigslist apartment should be a very similar process. Make a list of your top five desires and put them in order. I hate to break it to you, but if you have pets or need a nonsmoking environment, those have to go at the top of your list. Landlords and rental companies have thought long and hard about their policies, and sneaking in a pet is the quickest way to ruin the relationship.
2) Don't forget to use your search tools wisely.
On the apartment/housing page, you'll be given the opportunity to complete a search form. As a general rule, I only view listings with photos. If they haven't posted photos, there's probably a reason for it: the place isn't as nice as they're saying, it's a scam, or the rental company can't be bothered to take a couple of photos. Craigslist still has some issues with their searching keywords. You might be searching for an amazing flat in Park Slope, but all that comes up is apartments near a park. Thank the housing Gods for the map filter, so you can search by location just by zooming in on your desired neighborhoods. If you're feeling extra tech oriented, save your search parameters into google alerts and let the internet do your apartment hunting for you.
3) Do take the time to write an actual email.
This may sound like a no-brainer, but the quickest way to ruin your chances to rent an apartment is to send a curt or typo-laden email. When I post my apartments for rent on Craigslist, I often get 20 to 30 emails the first day, and at the risk of seeming rude, I don't have time to deal with terribly written emails. I'm entrusting my property to you; the least you can do is take the time to draft a carefully worded message. Believe me, if you write an email that is error-free, polite, and tells a little about yourself, you will stand out from the rest. Essentially, you should put the same effort into your email for an apartment that you would for a job.
4) Do take a "test drive" in your desired neighborhood.
If you are familiar with the neighborhood you are hoping to move into, that's great. But for a lot of renters, they're looking to explore a new neighborhood or city and aren't quite sure where to begin. I'm a big believer of walkable neighborhoods, so I like to get the walk score of all the apartments that I want to send an email about. I also recommend going for a walk on Google street view, because while the apartment may claim to be "close to a train station," in actuality, it's backed up against the tracks and suddenly your dream apartment shakes every five minutes.
5) Don't come unprepared.
Especially in a competitive market, never show up to an apartment empty-handed. No, I'm not suggesting you bring them a bottle of wine (although I have to say, bribery would have worked on me), but it is very important that you show up with all the necessary paperwork. You should bring a copy of your driver's license, a recent credit check, a completed application (if one was provided ahead of time), and any letters of reference. Doing this might be necessary in certain housing markets, but even in a small town, it helps to be professional and prepared.
6) Do be chatty, but don't reveal too much.
At lot of the time, who a landlord decides to rent to comes down to who they like. So please, be chatty and sociable. Ask questions about the building, and if you're interested, show it. It was always perplexing to me to have someone look at the place, basically ignore me, make some snide comments about the paint color, and then ask if they can have the apartment. It doesn't pay to be rude. However, this is not the time for a therapy session. If you're looking for a new place because you've broken up with your boyfriend for the fifth time this year, maybe keep that to yourself. If you're only going to be staying there for a year or less, definitely keep that to yourself. It costs a lot of money and time to get a place ready to be rented by new tenants, and most landlords would rather rent to someone who is going to be there long term.
7) Don't skim the lease, actually read it.
I'm going to sound like the meanest landlord in the world, but I don't want my tenants to put nails in the wall. If they want to hang art, they need to use the picture rail and wire. I also don't want my tenants to do laundry at odd or late hours because the machine is loud and will wake up the whole building. Both of these restrictions are clearly stated in our lease, as is our right to withhold any amount of the deposit in the case of damage to the property. Read the lease very carefully, and if there is anything that is unclear or vague, ask questions. You have the right to understand the living agreement, but there will likely be some rules that need to be followed. If there is something that you can't work with, like you had your heart set on painting the place and the lease says no painting, either negotiate or move on to the next apartment.
Thanks to Special Glasses, This Legally Blind Man Was Able to Redo His Wedding and See His Wife
A couple's "first look" was given new meaning at Andrew and Kelli Airey's wedding, 15 years after they first said "I do." Andrew was born with an eye condition called Stargardt's disease, and what were initially blind spots quickly progressed, turning him legally blind. With central vision loss, he can see objects but they appear fuzzy and lack detail, which prevented Andrew from enjoying his wedding day to its full potential.
"Did I fully appreciate everything on that wedding day with my eyesight or lack thereof?" Andrew said in the video above. "No, you can't see the detail of the beauty of a veil or the details of someone's face."
But thanks to special pair of glasses called eSight, Andrew was able to see his wife clearly after fundraising $10,000 to purchase them, according to ABC. Before then, he had to rely on magnifying glasses and Kelli to navigate. The emotional moment he put them on and looked at his wife instantly brought him (and us) to tears. "I can see your whole face," he told Kelli in the video. "I can see your eyebrows and your eyes."
The couple then re-created their wedding day, though this time, Andrew clearly saw Kelli walking down the aisle. Their second nuptials were even more special because Andrew, who was also color blind before, could see the sparkles in Kelli's veil and their daughters' faces so vividly.
Grab some tissues and watch the touching video above for yourself.
19 Couples Who Got Married After Having Kids, Because Traditions Are Made to Be Broken
The whole "first comes love, second comes marriage, then comes baby in a baby carriage" thing isn't right for everyone, including a handful of celebrity couples who, instead of waiting to have kids before they tied the knot, started their families before making things official. Some pairs, like Nicole Richie and Joel Madden and Kim Kardashian and Kanye West, even had their little ones involved in the wedding. Look through for 19 couples who took a different route when it came to their major milestones.
These Powerful Photos of LGBTQ+ History Will Make Your Heart Burst With Pride
This Pride Month, we're taking a look back in American history to celebrate those who fought before us to make strides toward securing equality for the LGBTQ community. Through images of courageous, hopeful people - from longtime partners who were among the first gay couples to be legally married, to gay men from the 60s who marched on the streets before Pride Parades were attended by millions - we are reminded we owe so much as a nation to these brave, LGBTQ Americans.
You can show your support today by downloading our printable Pride Month sign and sharing why you're proud to be LGBTQ (or an LGBTQ ally) on social media.
Vegans Rejoice: There's a Delicious Veggie Burger For You at Disneyland
Vegans, there's yet another reason to love Disneyland - the Carnation Cafe on Main Street has a delectable meat-free dish for lunch and dinner, and it's house-made by Disneyland chefs.
Hungry and want a delicious vegan option? The Chef's Vegan Burger at Carnation Cafe will have your taste buds singing & dancing! #Housemade http://pic.twitter.com/aZZL0upNGa
- Disneyland Today (@DisneylandToday) June 5, 2017
We found the Chef's Vegan Burger (pictured above) on the list of Disneyland's vegan and vegetarian options (did you know there are vegan Mickey Mouse waffles?!) and then spotted it on the Carnation Cafe menu online.
Here's what's in the $13 burger, according to the menu: "House-made bean and vegetable patty, tomatoes, lettuce, pickled red onions, and vegan chipotle-mayonnaise on a wheat roll with your choice of fresh fruit or seasoned French fries." Uhmmm, OK, deliciousness! We're in.
19 Couples Who Got Married After Having Kids, Because Traditions Are Made to Be Broken
The whole "first comes love, second comes marriage, then comes baby in a baby carriage" thing isn't right for everyone, including a handful of celebrity couples who, instead of waiting to have kids before they tied the knot, started their families before making things official. Some pairs, like Nicole Richie and Joel Madden and Kim Kardashian and Kanye West, even had their little ones involved in the wedding. Look through for 19 couples who took a different route when it came to their major milestones.
These Are the Iconic Summer Jams That Defined the Last 25 Years
Nothing says Summer like laying by the pool, soaking in the sun, and listening to the hottest, catchiest new song. While the biggest Summer hit of 2017 has yet to be crowned, iHeartRadio recently figured out which jams have been number one on the radio each Summer over the last 25 years (which you can watch above). From Brandy and Monica's "That Boy Is Mine" to Sean Paul's "Temperature," we've rounded them all up below so you can have your own nostalgic walk down memory lane. See if your favorite songs from 1992 until now made the list!
5 Downsides to Running a Marathon
Running a marathon is a huge accomplishment. No matter what one's finish time is, crossing the finish at 26.2 miles is a major milestone in anyone's life. Whether it's a first marathon or a 50th marathon, it is the culmination of months of training, time, and above all, dedication to running. The feeling of elation and self-awe is something that never really leaves you when you finish. Even the most confident runner will remember his or her first marathon, and that feeling of "I did this" will stay with them forever. It's an amazing feeling to accomplish something so big after months of wondering how it could be possible to get there. Despite all this, there are some downsides to consider when running a marathon.
1. Marathons may make you gain weight
Think all that running and high mileage weeks will make the pounds melt off? Think again. When you're running, you need fuel. You'll probably be hungrier than ever before. You'll also be gaining muscle. If you're not varying up your routine with pace, intervals, and elevation, your body may start to adjust to one thing and therefore be less efficient about burning calories. If you're not careful, weight gain can happen. If this is the case, pay attention to eating more balanced meals during training - full of healthy protein and whole grains - so you'll stay fuller for longer.
Of course, gaining a couple pounds isn't necessarily a bad thing, as a lot depends on your perspective. If you feel stronger and proud of what your body can do, then embrace those few extra pounds. If the unexpected weight gain causes you to feel down on yourself or you feel like it's somehow hindering your performance, figure out why this may make you unhappy and reconsider what your primary goal was when training for the marathon. Never define your self-worth by the number on the scale. Training for a marathon should not be about trying to lose weight, or certainly not the primary reason. It may be a time goal, just finishing the race, overall self-improvement, or becoming a stronger person - physically and mentally.
2. Marathons may hurt your immune system
Regular exercise is great for your immune system, but sometimes too much exercise or extremely taxing workouts can actually suppress or weaken it. If you're like me and have found yourself consistently coming down with a cold either right before a marathon or immediately following one, you know firsthand this is true. Certainly proper rest and nutrition can help counter this, but it's worth acknowledging that running a marathon can be hard on not only your muscles but the rest of your body's systems. That's yet another reason why one should allow one's self to fully recover in between intense workouts and certainly following a macro-training cycle (i.e., training for a marathon).
3. Marathons increase your risk of injury
Statistically, the higher the mileage, the higher the risk of injury. Running so many miles and so frequently may also exacerbate old injuries - or create new ones. So, in training for any long distance race, you'll need to be extremely careful with how you progress the more you spend time running and logging high mileage. It's very important that when beginning any training plan, no matter what the distance, there is a base-building period before the training season even starts. During training, it's so important that you allow yourself at least one or two rest days each week, and on your easy running days, you slow your pace and your effort down significantly. Doing too much, too soon, is one of the cardinal rules of what not to do when running or exercising in general, as this will inevitably lead to over training and injury.
4. Marathons are addicting
It's true that when you accomplish something you didn't think you could ever do before, you might want to do it again. Races tend to be like this . . . especially marathons. You finish one, and then you realize that maybe you could either do better next time, or maybe you crave that feeling of accomplishment all over again, so you sign up for another race.
When I decided to run my first marathon, I had only previously run a half-marathon and was an inexperienced runner. I probably did everything wrong in my training and during the race in terms of strategy, nutrition, hydration, etc., yet I still finished with a decent time. Even though I could barely walk in the days that followed, I knew I had to do another. I wanted to be faster. I wanted to say that I could run a marathon in under four hours. I wanted to be smarter about my training the next time around. Now, eight years later and seven marathons under my belt, I'm a Boston Marathon qualifier, and yet I still want to run to beat my current PR. I know at some point I will "hit a wall" and start to slow down - this is inevitable - but because I accomplished something I never thought I would be capable of doing, I wonder if I can do better than before. So can self-improvement be a bad thing? Perhaps. One needs to be very careful not to push your limits too much. This could lead to physical injury, burnout, or being so compulsive that running comes at a sacrifice to the rest of your life. Allow running to be just a part of your life, but don't let it consume you.
5. Marathons change your perspective
After running a marathon, suddenly a half-marathon or 10k and definitely a 5k can seem too short. When you train for a marathon, you're used to thinking about distance in terms of "long runs" or "medium" runs, combined with tempo, intervals, and hill workouts - which are still usually more than a couple miles. During training, short runs sometimes get sidelined, or aren't thought of as very important as they tend to get classified as "shakeouts" or "warm-ups." Running two, three, or even four miles may be perceived as not a legitimate running distance. Yet it shouldn't be this way. Running any distance - no matter how far or how slow is a workout. It's always better than the alternative. But after taking a hiatus from running, whether by choice or because of injury, starting all over is really hard. Suddenly, a "short" run feels incredibly difficult, as if it's a marathon itself, and yet it's nowhere near the distance of one. This can be a huge blow to one's confidence. Try to separate the past and the present. There will always be a constant urge to compare your new self to your old self. Think about the marathon that you ran as a physical accomplishment and the "starting over" as more of a mental test. Move past the negative thoughts, and just focus on the very act of moving forward.
Despite these drawbacks, there are so many wonderful things about training for and running marathons, but it's worth being realistic about our reasons for doing so. Especially when trying something new, it's always important to factor in the pros and cons. Since most people spend months training for a marathon, it's important to know that there can be downsides when deciding to train for one. And, while marathon participation is at an all time high, this doesn't mean they are for everyone. Just because you may not have run a marathon, a half marathon, or any race distance for that matter, doesn't mean you're less of a runner than the experienced marathoner. What matters is that you move, and you allow running to be part of who you are, but not let the distance you decide to run define you.
14 Route 66 Attractions to See on Your Next Road Trip
Ready to have a good ol' fashioned road trip? Consider your travels planned with this excerpt from Drew Knowles's Route 66 Adventure Handbook, featuring quirky roadside attractions and facts you won't want to miss.
America's iconic highway is still alive and definitely worth incorporating into your Summer travels. You can't call it a real road trip if you don't get your kicks on Route 66, right?
Born out of need after automobiles became mass produced in the US, Route 66 was built in 1926 as part of the numbered federal highway system we know today. It then boomed as a popular highway when John Steinbeck referred to it in his famous novel, The Grapes of Wrath. Dotted along "the Mother Road," as Steinbeck would say, are both bizarre and intriguing attractions that will make your drive one to remember. Some of them are so strange you won't believe they exist, and all of them promise some great photos. Buckle your seat belts because we're taking you from Illinois to California.
5 Downsides to Running a Marathon
Running a marathon is a huge accomplishment. No matter what one's finish time is, crossing the finish at 26.2 miles is a major milestone in anyone's life. Whether it's a first marathon or a 50th marathon, it is the culmination of months of training, time, and above all, dedication to running. The feeling of elation and self-awe is something that never really leaves you when you finish. Even the most confident runner will remember his or her first marathon, and that feeling of "I did this" will stay with them forever. It's an amazing feeling to accomplish something so big after months of wondering how it could be possible to get there. Despite all this, there are some downsides to consider when running a marathon.
1. Marathons may make you gain weight
Think all that running and high mileage weeks will make the pounds melt off? Think again. When you're running, you need fuel. You'll probably be hungrier than ever before. You'll also be gaining muscle. If you're not varying up your routine with pace, intervals, and elevation, your body may start to adjust to one thing and therefore be less efficient about burning calories. If you're not careful, weight gain can happen. If this is the case, pay attention to eating more balanced meals during training - full of healthy protein and whole grains - so you'll stay fuller for longer.
Of course, gaining a couple pounds isn't necessarily a bad thing, as a lot depends on your perspective. If you feel stronger and proud of what your body can do, then embrace those few extra pounds. If the unexpected weight gain causes you to feel down on yourself or you feel like it's somehow hindering your performance, figure out why this may make you unhappy and reconsider what your primary goal was when training for the marathon. Never define your self-worth by the number on the scale. Training for a marathon should not be about trying to lose weight, or certainly not the primary reason. It may be a time goal, just finishing the race, overall self-improvement, or becoming a stronger person - physically and mentally.
2. Marathons may hurt your immune system
Regular exercise is great for your immune system, but sometimes too much exercise or extremely taxing workouts can actually suppress or weaken it. If you're like me and have found yourself consistently coming down with a cold either right before a marathon or immediately following one, you know firsthand this is true. Certainly proper rest and nutrition can help counter this, but it's worth acknowledging that running a marathon can be hard on not only your muscles but the rest of your body's systems. That's yet another reason why one should allow one's self to fully recover in between intense workouts and certainly following a macro-training cycle (i.e., training for a marathon).
3. Marathons increase your risk of injury
Statistically, the higher the mileage, the higher the risk of injury. Running so many miles and so frequently may also exacerbate old injuries - or create new ones. So, in training for any long distance race, you'll need to be extremely careful with how you progress the more you spend time running and logging high mileage. It's very important that when beginning any training plan, no matter what the distance, there is a base-building period before the training season even starts. During training, it's so important that you allow yourself at least one or two rest days each week, and on your easy running days, you slow your pace and your effort down significantly. Doing too much, too soon, is one of the cardinal rules of what not to do when running or exercising in general, as this will inevitably lead to over training and injury.
4. Marathons are addicting
It's true that when you accomplish something you didn't think you could ever do before, you might want to do it again. Races tend to be like this . . . especially marathons. You finish one, and then you realize that maybe you could either do better next time, or maybe you crave that feeling of accomplishment all over again, so you sign up for another race.
When I decided to run my first marathon, I had only previously run a half-marathon and was an inexperienced runner. I probably did everything wrong in my training and during the race in terms of strategy, nutrition, hydration, etc., yet I still finished with a decent time. Even though I could barely walk in the days that followed, I knew I had to do another. I wanted to be faster. I wanted to say that I could run a marathon in under four hours. I wanted to be smarter about my training the next time around. Now, eight years later and seven marathons under my belt, I'm a Boston Marathon qualifier, and yet I still want to run to beat my current PR. I know at some point I will "hit a wall" and start to slow down - this is inevitable - but because I accomplished something I never thought I would be capable of doing, I wonder if I can do better than before. So can self-improvement be a bad thing? Perhaps. One needs to be very careful not to push your limits too much. This could lead to physical injury, burnout, or being so compulsive that running comes at a sacrifice to the rest of your life. Allow running to be just a part of your life, but don't let it consume you.
5. Marathons change your perspective
After running a marathon, suddenly a half-marathon or 10k and definitely a 5k can seem too short. When you train for a marathon, you're used to thinking about distance in terms of "long runs" or "medium" runs, combined with tempo, intervals, and hill workouts - which are still usually more than a couple miles. During training, short runs sometimes get sidelined, or aren't thought of as very important as they tend to get classified as "shakeouts" or "warm-ups." Running two, three, or even four miles may be perceived as not a legitimate running distance. Yet it shouldn't be this way. Running any distance - no matter how far or how slow is a workout. It's always better than the alternative. But after taking a hiatus from running, whether by choice or because of injury, starting all over is really hard. Suddenly, a "short" run feels incredibly difficult, as if it's a marathon itself, and yet it's nowhere near the distance of one. This can be a huge blow to one's confidence. Try to separate the past and the present. There will always be a constant urge to compare your new self to your old self. Think about the marathon that you ran as a physical accomplishment and the "starting over" as more of a mental test. Move past the negative thoughts, and just focus on the very act of moving forward.
Despite these drawbacks, there are so many wonderful things about training for and running marathons, but it's worth being realistic about our reasons for doing so. Especially when trying something new, it's always important to factor in the pros and cons. Since most people spend months training for a marathon, it's important to know that there can be downsides when deciding to train for one. And, while marathon participation is at an all time high, this doesn't mean they are for everyone. Just because you may not have run a marathon, a half marathon, or any race distance for that matter, doesn't mean you're less of a runner than the experienced marathoner. What matters is that you move, and you allow running to be part of who you are, but not let the distance you decide to run define you.
8 Secrets You'd Never Know About Living in the Bachelor Mansion
Image Source: ABC
I'm obsessed with the Bachelor Mansion. Not The Bachelor, the Bachelor Mansion. Located in Agoura Hills, CA, the estate houses each cast for approximately two weeks before they start to travel around the globe. I got to chat with Carly Waddell, Evan Bass, Ashley Iaconetti, and Chase McNary at an event hosted by on-demand massage app Zeel, and while people got poolside back rubs, I grilled them about what it's really like inside the mansion.
- There's always food, and you get to request whatever you want. "Having food whenever you wanted was nice," said Evan. "There's a list," said Carly. "So you're like, 'I want rice cakes and peanut butter.'"
- There are jars of candy. According to Carly, there's straight-up candy everywhere. The girls on her season kept eating all the M&Ms.
- They eat at really weird times. "It's kind of communal," said Evan. "You'd come home from a date at like 3 in the morning and just make a giant skillet thing." Carly also mentioned honey sriracha bacon as her favorite culinary discovery from the house.
- Those rose ceremonies take all night. The early episodes take forever to film because there are so many damn people to eliminate. "The sun comes up right as it's done," said Carly.
Image Source: Everett Collection
- The toughest part is sharing a bathroom. Think sharing quarters with one roommate is hard? Try 20, with a limited amount of bathrooms. The girls have to do their own makeup on the show, and as Carly noted, some girls had to fight for mirror space. "In Paradise, it's even worse, because your makeup is just falling off."
- Corinne isn't the only one who naps. You don't get a cell phone or any media in the house, so contestants pass the time by napping. Ashley was the first to admit that having all that time on your hands leads you to obsess over your (shared) relationship, so napping is a great option.
- You have to do your own dishes . . . unless you're Chase. While he did say everyone (except Chad) did a good job cleaning up after themselves, Chase did have a dishwashing hack. "We figured out that if we just left all our dishes until right before the Rose Ceremony, they would bring in a catering crew that would clean the entire kitchen."
- It's a low-key party all the time. One thing everyone agreed on? Living in the mansion is really fun. Carly misses hanging with her friends, Chase called the atmosphere really relaxed, and though Ashley doesn't love being around large crowds, even she had a good time.
These Powerful Photos of LGBTQ+ History Will Make Your Heart Burst With Pride
This Pride Month, we're taking a look back in American history to celebrate those who fought before us to make strides toward securing equality for the LGBTQ community. Through images of courageous, hopeful people - from longtime partners who were among the first gay couples to be legally married, to gay men from the 60s who marched on the streets before Pride Parades were attended by millions - we are reminded we owe so much as a nation to these brave, LGBTQ Americans.
You can show your support today by downloading our printable Pride Month sign and sharing why you're proud to be LGBTQ (or an LGBTQ ally) on social media.
8 Secrets You'd Never Know About Living in the Bachelor Mansion
Image Source: ABC
I'm obsessed with the Bachelor Mansion. Not The Bachelor, the Bachelor Mansion. Located in Agoura Hills, CA, the estate houses each cast for approximately two weeks before they start to travel around the globe. I got to chat with Carly Waddell, Evan Bass, Ashley Iaconetti, and Chase McNary at an event hosted by on-demand massage app Zeel, and while people got poolside back rubs, I grilled them about what it's really like inside the mansion.
- There's always food, and you get to request whatever you want. "Having food whenever you wanted was nice," said Evan. "There's a list," said Carly. "So you're like, 'I want rice cakes and peanut butter.'"
- There are jars of candy. According to Carly, there's straight-up candy everywhere. The girls on her season kept eating all the M&Ms.
- They eat at really weird times. "It's kind of communal," said Evan. "You'd come home from a date at like 3 in the morning and just make a giant skillet thing." Carly also mentioned honey sriracha bacon as her favorite culinary discovery from the house.
- Those rose ceremonies take all night. The early episodes take forever to film because there are so many damn people to eliminate. "The sun comes up right as it's done," said Carly.
Image Source: Everett Collection
- The toughest part is sharing a bathroom. Think sharing quarters with one roommate is hard? Try 20, with a limited amount of bathrooms. The girls have to do their own makeup on the show, and as Carly noted, some girls had to fight for mirror space. "In Paradise, it's even worse, because your makeup is just falling off."
- Corinne isn't the only one who naps. You don't get a cell phone or any media in the house, so contestants pass the time by napping. Ashley was the first to admit that having all that time on your hands leads you to obsess over your (shared) relationship, so napping is a great option.
- You have to do your own dishes . . . unless you're Chase. While he did say everyone (except Chad) did a good job cleaning up after themselves, Chase did have a dishwashing hack. "We figured out that if we just left all our dishes until right before the Rose Ceremony, they would bring in a catering crew that would clean the entire kitchen."
- It's a low-key party all the time. One thing everyone agreed on? Living in the mansion is really fun. Carly misses hanging with her friends, Chase called the atmosphere really relaxed, and though Ashley doesn't love being around large crowds, even she had a good time.
Consider These 6 Expert Picks Your Korean Beauty Starter Kit
The Korean beauty market is arguably one of the most fascinating (IMO). It seems like every day new, unique ingredients (looking at you, snail goo) are infused into equally innovative K-beauty products, creating a world of endless makeup and skincare options for beauty-lovers.
So when we caught up with Charlotte Cho, founder of SokoGlam.com and Editor in Chief of The Klog, we asked her to pick out five of her favorite K-beauty items that you absolutely must try. Among Charlotte's picks is a peel infused with red wine (yum!), a hydrating facial essence, and, of course, an essential sheet mask.
Read ahead check out all of her picks, and if you're in NYC you can snag all of these items at Sokoglam's chic new pop-up shop located in Bloomingdales. Happy shopping!
11 Powerful, Moving LGBTQ+ Documentaries You Can Watch on Netflix
We're celebrating LGBTQ Pride all month long, but there's always a way to take this action, awareness, and passion step further. In 2017, it's more important than ever to celebrate and bring awareness to the LGBTQ+ community. We're continuing our efforts by spotlighting some of the most poignant LGBTQ documentaries currently on Netflix. With captivating stories about all different aspects of lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender life, it's practically impossible not to feel inspired and even more impossible not to learn something incredible along the way.
Steve Martin and Martin Short Share a Steamy Kiss For Diane Keaton
Diana Keaton was surrounded by her famous friends when she was honored with a Life Achievement Award by the American Film Institute in LA on Thursday night. While several stars paid tribute to the actress during the ceremony - including Meryl Streep, who dressed up as her iconic character, Annie Hall - one of the best moments was between her Father of the Bride costars Steve Martin and Martin Short. Aside from serenading Diane, on and off stage, the comedians put their bromance on full display when they locked lips at their seats. Perhaps they're trying to give Ryan Reynolds and Andrew Garfield, who famously shared a smooch at the Golden Globes, a run for their money.
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I Wore All White to a Workout; Here's Why I'll Be Doing It Again All Summer Long
Would you ever wear all white to a workout? Sounds a little silly at first, right? Won't it get sweaty? Is it going to be see-through? Is this a exercise-themed wet t-shirt contest? Wait, what? Forget I said that.
I had my reservations about it, too - when Lululemon told me a few months ago that they were going to come out with all white yoga pants ("They're amazing, I swear," US PR manager Meghan Chisholm ensured me), I didn't believe they could really work. After all, it's the antithesis of the all-black yoga uniform we've become accustomed to over the past decade. But that was exactly what intrigued me, too. I also can't help myself around whites, pastels, and light, bright colors . . . so one look at the Lululemon Anew Crop ($98), and I was in.
Then I started seeing the all-white-errythang look pop up a couple months ago and decided I was totally down for "boy banding" for Summer. After all, this was the fit version of a Backstreet Boys album cover, and I was absolutely here for it. Who am I to deny a prime opportunity to indulge in '90s nostalgia - at the gym, of all places?!
So the decision was made. I'd put this look to the test in the sweatiest classes I could imagine, hot yoga and Barry's Bootcamp. I donned a white sports bra from Adidas, the white Lulu crops, and my white Adidas Boost sneakers and headed for boot camp. Here's a look at the before:
Before:
Sweat poured. Honestly, I refer to this as "projectile sweating." I get into Barry's Bootcamp, and without fail, every time, sweat literally spurts from my pores like a sprinkler system. Sorry, I know that's effing disgusting, but I just really want you to understand what these poor pieces of white clothing went through in the name of journalism.
During:
After an hour of weights, bodyweight work, and sprinting on the treadmill, it was judgment time. I had a 50/50 chance of walking out in a set of see-through pants and a see-through bra, so I wasn't entirely looking forward to that. I was also waiting to see if it looked like I had an accident . . . not looking forward to that either. But I came out of the dark studio and into the light, and . . . well . . . BEHOLD:
After:
It's safe to say that these pieces are totally gym-proof. The sturdy material didn't show sweat the way that even my dark-colored yoga pants do. Another concern I heard from women when discussing these pieces - the pants, specifically - is that they would "show cellulite" or not give that smoothing, slimming effect that black pants typically do. Again, I think this has more to do with material than color. For instance, my dark purple Align crops from Lululemon, though buttery soft, show all the jiggle and lumpiness from the rearview, but the compression on these white Anew crops keep everything nice and smooth and held in (also, I know everyone's body is different, this is just from my experience).
Important note: though these are entirely gym-proof, I must warn you to be VERY careful with anything and everything outside of the gym. My first pair that I bought were lost to a washing machine accident - just one rogue black sock got into my all-Lulu-laundry-load (how's that for an alliteration) and totally tie-dyed them after only one wear. Bleach, OxiClean soaks, baking soda, Shout spray, and six washes later, and no dice. The second pair (pictured here) are also not free of stains, though this one is very faint (ie, undetectable in boomerangs) - I got a drop of cinnamon toast on one leg after hot yoga. So again, they stood up to hot yoga, but not the aftermath of my toast-loving lifestyle.
Pros: smoothing, compressiony, doesn't show sweat, looks awesome.
Cons: holds onto stains.
Before and After:
Away from the pants, and onto the boy banding trend: this will take some trial and error for us, dear readers, but so far, these pieces have been gym-proof and definitely do NOT become a fitness-themed wet t-shirt contest. Brands are releasing all-white pieces like crazy, including some of my favorites like Nike, Outdoor Voices, Victoria Sport, Alo Yoga, and Calia.
This trend gets my Fitness editor seal of approval. Live your best boy band life! If you're like me, and you don't understand the jokes about only owning black clothing and you gravitate toward brighter, lighter colors, then definitely get after this new look. I felt like a goddess in all white, and I firmly believe that wearing things that make you feel more confident and contributes to an even better workout. Who doesn't want that?
These 9 Diffusers Will Make Drying Your Curls a Breeze
The struggle to style your ringlets can be a long and difficult process. Products designed for straight strands don't typically work for wavy and curly gals, and it can take years to perfect your styling method and potion of products to keep your hair bouncy, shiny, and smooth.
Hair dryer diffusers and attachments can be a life-changer for curly-headed girls who don't have time to wait for their hair to air-dry. They soften the flow of air and prevent powerful heat from damaging delicate coils. Luckily, there are many hair diffuser attachments available to hook up to your blow dryer that can change the way you style your hair forever. While some are designed specifically for a certain dryer model, others are universal and able to fit any hair dryer.
Find out which diffuser is best for you with these nine picks.
These 9 Diffusers Will Make Drying Your Curls a Breeze
The struggle to style your ringlets can be a long and difficult process. Products designed for straight strands don't typically work for wavy and curly gals, and it can take years to perfect your styling method and potion of products to keep your hair bouncy, shiny, and smooth.
Hair dryer diffusers and attachments can be a life-changer for curly-headed girls who don't have time to wait for their hair to air-dry. They soften the flow of air and prevent powerful heat from damaging delicate coils. Luckily, there are many hair diffuser attachments available to hook up to your blow dryer that can change the way you style your hair forever. While some are designed specifically for a certain dryer model, others are universal and able to fit any hair dryer.
Find out which diffuser is best for you with these nine picks.
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