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.
mercredi 9 août 2017
Another Doctor Is Leaving Grey Sloan Memorial Hospital in Season 14 of Grey's Anatomy
Even though it feels like we just witnessed the season 13 finale of Grey's Anatomy, it's never too soon to look ahead. In the wake of everything that has happened, it's clear there are plenty of planted seeds that will surely bloom once the show returns in the Fall. Granted, Stephanie will no longer be with us, but with a few new faces, a couple of new flames, and that trademark drama we've always loved, there's plenty to look forward to. There isn't too much available information about the 14th season of Grey's, but we do have a few things figured out.
1. Owen's Sister Is Going to Cause All Kinds of Disruption
Owen's sister is alive! At the very end of the finale, Owen reconnects with his long-lost sibling, Megan. This could cause all kind of upheaval. It will certainly change Owen's entire life. Then there's Riggs, who was in love with Megan before she vanished. The timing is terrible: Meredith has just opened herself up romantically to Riggs, and now she risks losing him. Will Megan and Riggs be able to pick up where they left off?
There's also a chance Megan will join the ranks at Grey Sloan Memorial Hospital. Once she recovers from the years of trauma, obviously. But if she does end up on the hospital staff, it'll be interesting to see what kind of ripple effect it has on everyone else.
2. Jackson and Maggie Might Get Together
And by "might" we mean "almost definitely." By the time the finale rolled around, the show had been dropping hints that Maggie and Jackson would pair up. Even in the last episode, April tells Maggie that she's pretty sure Jackson has feelings for her. The question is, will either of them act on it? Call us crazy, but we're still holding out hope for Japril.
3. Arizona Might Be Broken-Hearted All Over Again
Now that Minnick has been fired, there's a strong chance she's leaving Seattle. It seems like Arizona is about to have another wound to tend to - unless, for some strange reason, Minnick sticks around. We'll admit, we didn't exactly love Minnick, but it was nice to see Arizona happy!
4. We Probably Haven't Heard the Last of Jo's Husband
The storyline with Jo's husband, Paul Stadler (played by Glee's Matthew Morrison), has only heated more and more since we first found out. At the end of the season, Alex meets him in person but fails to follow through with any actual action. The thing is, the show wouldn't have put a face to the name unless we're going meet him again, and now we know for sure that he's returning. Morrison confirmed the news during an interview with The Argonaut in August, noting that he has "a big role" in the upcoming season.
5. Is There Hope For Owen and Amelia?
We caught a glimmer of love remaining between Owen and Amelia near the end of season 13 when they embrace and cry it out together in the elevator. Is there a chance Amelia is coming around? Could Owen's sister have softened his hard shell? It's absolutely possible.
6. A Character Is Leaving the Show
Say goodbye to Eliza Minnick. The doctor, who came on board as Arizona's love interest, is leaving Grey Sloan Memorial Hospital for good. Eliza (played by actress Marika Dominczyk) ruffled more than a few feathers during her time on the drama and ended up getting fired by Bailey in the season 13 finale, so her exit shouldn't come as too much of a shock.
7. The Schedule Is Just the Same as Always
ABC has already released the Fall TV lineup for 2017, and Grey's will continue to dominate the Thursday night spot.
8. The Premiere Date
The show has almost always kicked off the season near the end of September, so it should come as no surprise that the premiere date has been set for Sept. 28.
50 Movies Set in 50 States
As we get closer to the Fourth of July, we're forced to think about the vast history of our country, and the very different states that make up our nation. This complex variation is represented on film, and yes! There's a movie set in every single US state. There's obviously more than one memorable movie per state and multiple memorable movies set in certain states, but we've narrowed it down to one single iconic film to represent each one.
After Her Son's Tantrum at the Supermarket, This Mom Receives a Sweet Surprise From a Stranger
When your toddler has a tantrum in public, the situation can become really uncomfortable. One mom found herself in this exact scenario while grocery shopping with her two children. Ashley Holmes shared on Facebook that her 3-year-old son "totally lost his marbles" and had a "full-blown meltdown," during their trip, causing customers to whisper and glare at the family. Like many mothers, Ashley wanted to run out of the supermarket, ALDI in Kurri Kurri, but managed to finish shopping.
As she headed to her car, Ashley noticed an ALDI employee approaching her and thought more judgment was about to pass. However, the mom of two revealed that the lady had actually brought her yellow roses from the store and said, "We thought you deserve these." She added, "I hope your day gets better," before giving the mom a hug. Ashley said the simple gesture almost brought her to tears.
If you thought that was the happy ending though, there's more. After Ashley shared the story on Facebook, one of her friends tagged the employee, Shannon Maybury, and the two women reconnected over social media. Shannon said she just wanted to make the mom smile and Ashley thanked her for being so kind. The exchange, which you can read below, is simply too sweet.
5 Tips to Help You Run Safely in the Summer Heat Wave
Tired of running in the heat and humidity? No matter what part of the country you run in, you're likely already sweating your Summer runs as you prep for Fall races. To cope, we have you covered with the five best ways to avoid burning out before you finish your Summer miles.
1. Know the numbers.
You likely already know to check the temperature before planning your Summer runs, but it's also imperative that you check the humidity. Humidity is the moisture content of the air and the combination of humidity and heat is what makes Summer runs difficult and potentially dangerous. During every run, your body's core temperature increases, causing you to sweat, and your body naturally cools itself down when the sweat evaporates from your skin. High humidity makes it impossible for the sweat to efficiently evaporate from your skin, leaving your body defenseless against its rising core temperature.
When you look at your weather app, make sure to note the humidity and the "feels like" or "heat index" in addition to temperature. The humidity is most likely to negatively impact your run when it surpasses 40 percent. If you can't avoid the heat and humidity in your part of the world, opt for a treadmill run or choose your time of day wisely.
2. Know the danger signs.
High temperatures and humidity levels can have potentially dangerous side effects that go beyond discomfort and a slow pace. Listen to your body and be on the lookout for any signs of physical or mental discomfort that can happen to newbie runners and professionals alike. Physical symptoms of heat-related illness may include excessive fatigue, nausea, dizziness, or inability to maintain proper form while running. Mental symptoms of heat-related illness include feeling cool despite the heat and confusion.
If you wear a heart rate monitor when you run, keep a close eye on your heart rate and stop and take a walk break if you exceed your normal heart rate zone. If you experience any physical or mental discomfort or symptoms of heat-related illness, stop your run, find a shaded spot, and elevate your legs to allow your body to cool down naturally.
3. Run by feel.
High Summer temperatures and escalating humidity levels will not naturally lead you to PR a training run. Instead of being a slave to your stats, apps, and GPS gear, run according to feel and not by pace. Allowing yourself to slow down and take walk breaks as needed is perfectly acceptable when finishing a Summer training run.
4. Watch what you eat and drink.
As your body has to work harder to regulate its core temperature, less blood flow is available to your GI tract, making anything you drink or eat susceptible to causing runner's trots (diarrhea). Drinking plenty of water before, during, and after your workout not only keeps your body cooler, but it's the least likely culprit to cause the unwanted stomach issues.
If your run is over 30 minutes in the heat, be sure to add electrolytes in the form of a sports drink, but avoid gels that may cause stomach distress. If you need to eat before you head out, try a handful of pretzels or a glass of tomato juice - the extra salt will allow your body to sweat more efficiently and better regulate its temperature.
5. Dress for the heat.
Opt for light-colored, moisture-wicking clothing over cotton fabrics to help the sweat evaporate from your body. If you need something on your head to block the sun, wear a visor instead of a hat. The visor will block the sun from your eyes while allowing heat and moisture to evaporate from your head. No matter what time of day you choose to run, if the sun's up, wear sunscreen with an SPF of at least 15 to protect your skin from both UVA and UVB rays. And if your long run is scheduled for more than two hours, take the necessary time to stop and reapply. When shopping for sunscreen, be sure to choose the formula that won't run into your eyes when you sweat (think stick formulas over lotion formulas!).
Summer heat and humidity pose significant dangers for runners, but attention to the tips above will ensure that you are ready for your Fall race!
22 Vegetarian Brown-Bag Lunches That Won't Leave You Hangry an Hour Later
Raise your hand if you're sick of packing your lunch only to find yourself raiding your office's chips and candy stash by three in the afternoon. These recipes, ranging from a hearty soba noodle salad to a food-coma-free creamy broccoli soup (the secret: Greek yogurt), will solve your problem, and they're all vegetarian to boot.
Once Upon a Time: Regina, Hook, and Rumple Will Have New Identities in Season 7
Once Upon a Time is taking a new direction when it returns for its seventh season this Fall, and it's both scary and exciting. While creators Eddy Kitsis and Adam Horowitz have "reinvented" the show in the past with new characters and realms, this season will be entirely different as the story flashes forward to an adult Henry Mills and his daughter, Lucy - but don't call this season a reboot. Even though a lot of the stars will be exiting the show, you can rest assured it will still pay homage to the original. Here's what to expect from the new season, including when it will begin!
1. The Trailer
2. There's a New Hero in Town
With Jennifer Morrison's departure, the story won't be about Emma Swan anymore. Instead, her son, Henry (now played by Andrew J. West), will be stepping up as the show's leading hero alongside his daughter, Lucy. His journey takes place outside of Storybrooke many years later.
3. Henry Is Married (or at Least, Was)
Following the finale, one of the biggest questions remains: who is Lucy's mother? Edward Kitsis teased that she has an epic romance with Henry, and after the Comic-Con panel, we're pretty confident that he's about to fall head over glass slippers for Cinderella (Dania Ramirez).
4. There Are New Stories to Be Told
Even though a lot of our favorite characters will be exiting the show, there are even more characters and new worlds on the horizon. While Ramirez will be playing a new version of Cinderella, you can also expect to see Alice from Alice in Wonderland and Tiana from Princess and the Frog next season.
5. There Will Be Flashbacks
In true Once Upon a Time form, the show will still include flashbacks. Seeing that the finale includes a big jump forward, we can only assume these scenes will piece together what actually happens to adult Henry and his family after the final battle.
6. Familiar Faces Will Be Back
In addition to flashbacks, we'll be seeing the departed characters again. Jennifer Morrison has already filmed her scenes for season seven, and during the show's Comic-Con panel in July, the creators teased that previous cast members will be back in recurring and guest roles.
7. The Enchanted Forest Is in Danger . . . Again
As we learned in the two-part finale, the Enchanted Forest is in grave danger and only Henry can save it.
8. The Show Is Still About Hope
One thing you can count on to stay the same next season is the theme of hope. Having the heart of the truest believer, Henry's loss of faith will be a major jumping-off point for the coming season.
9. There Is a New Town (and Curse)
After a new curse hits, our favorite characters will be transported to Hyperion Heights in Seattle, WA. Of course, things will be even more twisted this time around. While Storybrooke was only full of fairy tale characters, there also be quite a few interactions with non-fairy tale characters in this new town. That would definitely explain why Hook is dressed as a police officer in the trailer.
10. Your Favorite Characters Will Be Very Different
Not only is this season retelling some of our favorite fairy tales, but Regina, Rumple, and Hook will all get new identities in Hyperion Heights. Regina is a bartender named Roni, Hook is a police officer, and Rumple is rumored to be a playing a a bad detective named Crocker.
11. There Will Be an LGBTQ Story
The show's creators confirmed during the Comic-Con panel that there will definitely be an LGBTQ storyline in the new season.
12. The First Sneak Peek
13. The Premiere Date
The show is on a new night and will return Friday, Oct. 6!
Once Upon a Time: Regina, Hook, and Rumple Will Have New Identities in Season 7
Once Upon a Time is taking a new direction when it returns for its seventh season this Fall, and it's both scary and exciting. While creators Eddy Kitsis and Adam Horowitz have "reinvented" the show in the past with new characters and realms, this season will be entirely different as the story flashes forward to an adult Henry Mills and his daughter, Lucy - but don't call this season a reboot. Even though a lot of the stars will be exiting the show, you can rest assured it will still pay homage to the original. Here's what to expect from the new season, including when it will begin!
1. The Trailer
2. There's a New Hero in Town
With Jennifer Morrison's departure, the story won't be about Emma Swan anymore. Instead, her son, Henry (now played by Andrew J. West), will be stepping up as the show's leading hero alongside his daughter, Lucy. His journey takes place outside of Storybrooke many years later.
3. Henry Is Married (or at Least, Was)
Following the finale, one of the biggest questions remains: who is Lucy's mother? Edward Kitsis teased that she has an epic romance with Henry, and after the Comic-Con panel, we're pretty confident that he's about to fall head over glass slippers for Cinderella (Dania Ramirez).
4. There Are New Stories to Be Told
Even though a lot of our favorite characters will be exiting the show, there are even more characters and new worlds on the horizon. While Ramirez will be playing a new version of Cinderella, you can also expect to see Alice from Alice in Wonderland and Tiana from Princess and the Frog next season.
5. There Will Be Flashbacks
In true Once Upon a Time form, the show will still include flashbacks. Seeing that the finale includes a big jump forward, we can only assume these scenes will piece together what actually happens to adult Henry and his family after the final battle.
6. Familiar Faces Will Be Back
In addition to flashbacks, we'll be seeing the departed characters again. Jennifer Morrison has already filmed her scenes for season seven, and during the show's Comic-Con panel in July, the creators teased that previous cast members will be back in recurring and guest roles.
7. The Enchanted Forest Is in Danger . . . Again
As we learned in the two-part finale, the Enchanted Forest is in grave danger and only Henry can save it.
8. The Show Is Still About Hope
One thing you can count on to stay the same next season is the theme of hope. Having the heart of the truest believer, Henry's loss of faith will be a major jumping-off point for the coming season.
9. There Is a New Town (and Curse)
After a new curse hits, our favorite characters will be transported to Hyperion Heights in Seattle, WA. Of course, things will be even more twisted this time around. While Storybrooke was only full of fairy tale characters, there also be quite a few interactions with non-fairy tale characters in this new town. That would definitely explain why Hook is dressed as a police officer in the trailer.
10. Your Favorite Characters Will Be Very Different
Not only is this season retelling some of our favorite fairy tales, but Regina, Rumple, and Hook will all get new identities in Hyperion Heights. Regina is a bartender named Roni, Hook is a police officer, and Rumple is rumored to be a playing a a bad detective named Crocker.
11. There Will Be an LGBTQ Story
The show's creators confirmed during the Comic-Con panel that there will definitely be an LGBTQ storyline in the new season.
12. The First Sneak Peek
13. The Premiere Date
The show is on a new night and will return Friday, Oct. 6!
Casey Cott Is the 1 Riverdale Hottie We Need to Be Talking About
Riverdale is known for many things: crazy drama, twisted love stories, and above all else, delicious eye candy. While KJ Apa and Cole Sprouse are the show's most notorious heartthrobs, there is one hottie who deserves more attention: Casey Cott. The actor, who plays Kevin Keller, may not flaunt his abs on social media like the rest of his costars, but oh my, can he rock a fitted suit. And seriously, who can resist those light eyes and that dark hair? Swoon! Thankfully, he'll be getting even more screen time next season now that he's been upped to series regular.
Can You Figure Out the Answer to This "Simple" Kindergarten Homework?
For most parents of kindergartners, their kids are still young enough that they can successfully help with their homework - before more complicated algebra equations leave some of the adults just as confused as their kiddos. But for one family, their little girl's writing homework completely stumped the adults, and it's going viral as others are left scratching their heads over what the correct answer could possible be.
Royce Winnick shared a photo of the worksheet that was intended for 5-year-olds, and though it starts out simple enough, the last question makes little sense no matter your age. The topic of this worksheet is the letter "T," and after tracing the letter, it asks that you "tap out" the word in the picture and write the sounds you hear. "Tub," "ten," and "top" are reasonable answers to the first three images shown, but what would you call a photo of five bunnies in a cage that starts with T?
Although Royce's little one went with "pet," and the teacher accepted her response, the correct answer was apparently "vet," which is leaving everyone at a loss. "We thought the assignment was ridiculous for a 5-year-old," Royce told POPSUGAR. "I wrote the teacher about the assignment and her response was that she will be writing to the publisher about a few of these pictures."
I Didn't Want a Third Child - Then I Got Unexpectedly Pregnant
Impossible. That was the only word I could muster when the stick flashed "PREGNANT" before my eyes.
After a few moments of standing frozen in time, I fell to the floor and cried. But not tears of joy. Instead, I was overcome with emotions of fear, confusion, and dare I say it, anger.
You see, I was not planning on getting pregnant. With a 6-year-old girl and a 6-month-old boy, my family was complete. I knew my husband wanted a third and was willing to table the discussion for the time being. But in my mind, that discussion was never going to happen. We'd been through a lot in the past six months - challenges that tested our parenting, our marriage, and our financial security. In no way did I think adding a third human being to the fold would do anything but cause additional problems.
To say the pregnancy was a shock was an understatement.
To say the pregnancy was a shock was an understatement. I got pregnant with my oldest daughter with barely any effort, but I struggled to have our second. Two years, three miscarriages, and infertility specialists left both my husband and me emotionally bruised.
Although we were thrilled to bring a second child into our family, his arrival threw our world off balance. He had colic, wouldn't sleep, didn't take to breastfeeding, and was an overall difficult infant. I struggled with the baby blues, often snapping at my older daughter for no reason or wishing someone would just take the baby away from me.
My husband and I were tired, leading to fights in the middle of the night over what to do to calm the baby down. We'd fight over email about what time he'd be home from the office and fight over text about how we'd pay for daycare once I went back to work. Then, we'd fight about our fight the night before. It was a hurricane of arguments and emotions that spun around me for months.
But it got better. The baby started sleeping, I went back to work and reclaimed my professional footing. The train - which had veered off track - was finding its way back. My husband and I took a long weekend away together.
And then that pregnancy test.
I called my husband to break the news. After a pregnant pause (pun intended), he managed to stammer a nervous, "Umm . . . congratulations . . . ?" He then explained how a third child, though unexpected, would round out our family. I cursed him, thinking he had somehow done this purposefully.
For two months following, I experienced almost every emotion possible. At first I was in denial. Other than my traitorous husband, I didn't tell anyone I was expecting. I didn't schedule a doctor's appointment, and I continued about my life as if nothing had changed.
I was angry. Angry at God who was obviously playing a cruel joke on me, and angry at my husband for getting me pregnant.
My anger turned to guilt. I had more than a few friends struggling with infertility - I've helped give them their shots and cried with them after countless disappointments. I was guilty that I was the one who was pregnant, not them. And I was guilty for feeling angry about something that I knew deep down was such a miracle.
I wish I could say there was one moment where the skies opened and I felt joy or peace about the impending birth.
I wish I could say there was one moment where the skies opened and I felt joy or peace about the impending birth. To be honest, I was mostly afraid. I was scared that another child would destroy my marriage or deprive my other children of the love they needed from me. I was afraid I could not be a mom, much less a good one, to three kids.
Eight months after I sat in a puddle of tears on my kitchen floor, my third child, and second daughter, arrived. Nine beautiful pounds of squishy perfection. I won't lie and say it's been all rainbows and sunshine, but I will say that I truly believe I was meant to be a mother of three. It may not have been my plan, but it was the plan for me.
My youngest daughter brings a source of light and joy to our home that I've never seen before. Watching my son - now almost 2 - try to tickle her feet, feed her a bottle, or bring her a blanket melts my heart every single time. Witnessing my oldest daughter take on such a leadership role in the house has been remarkable.
My marriage is stronger, too. My husband and I have learned to come together as a team, communicate better, be honest with our feelings, and share in the brief moments of silence in our house after all the kids are asleep and we can just be.
I think back to that day - the positive pregnancy test day - often. I don't regret my initial emotions. They were real. And while I will never shy away from saying that my third was unplanned, I now know she was always wanted.
The Important Warning About Leaving Babies Unattended Every Parent Needs to Hear
A baby tragically died after being left alone on a changing table, but not because she fell off - Laci Lynn Taylor's 3-month-old baby passed away after suffocating on the table while unattended.
According to Des Moines, IA, police, the infant rolled over, compressed her neck on the ledge of the changing table, and could no longer breathe. Authorities have since charged Laci with child endangerment resulting in death.
Although court documents show that Laci was aware that the infant could roll over, her husband, Don Taylor, said that the child's compromised airway was a "horrible freak accident" that could happen to any parent. "I have no ounce in my body that blames my wife at all. She was actually getting my daughter a bottle, and that's what happened, and that's why she wasn't in the room at that point," Don said. "They can say whatever they want, but it was an accident."
Despite her husband's feelings, the mother-of-two has officially been charged with child endangerment resulting in death following a four-month investigation. Des Moines police Sergeant Paul Parizek commented, "The fact that she left the child alone for an extended period of time is what makes it criminal."
16 People Who Are Still Laughing at Those Lame Cave Paintings in Game of Thrones
Every now and then, Game of Thrones hits pause on all of the poisoning, throat slitting, and soldiers being charred alive by dragon fire-ing to give fans a few lighter moments. The most recent one comes courtesy of a sexual-tension-laden scene in season seven's fourth episode, "The Spoils of War," involving Jon Snow (Kit Harington) and Daenerys Targaryen (Emilia Clarke).
Jon pulls Dany into the cave on Dragonstone where they're mining dragonglass to show her some ancient drawings he found, supposedly made by the Children of the Forest and the First Men. The drawings show the two groups working together centuries earlier to fight the White Walkers, and Jon points out that the two of them need to do the same if they want to stand a chance against the Night's King's impending army.
The drawings (very conveniently) convince Dany to join his cause, but Twitter could not get enough of how silly the paintings look. Why do the paintings go from rudimentary swirls to hyperrealistic sketches of White Walkers? Is Bob Ross descended from the Children of the Forest? Did Jon scurry down there and draw those himself real quick? Check out the most hilarious reactions from Game of Thrones fans below.
- Jon was in that cave drawing up stories on the walls before Daenerys came in #GameOfThrones 😂 http://pic.twitter.com/RvfQgrUjIw
- Jetlagged Alcoholic (@Evil_Grin_Emoji) August 7, 2017
Funny how the drawing of the walkers in the cave were a totally diff style than the rest. #GameofThrones
- Alex T. (@atankco) August 7, 2017
They cut the scene where Jon is secretly drawing in the cave for 4 hours. #GameOfThrones
- tiny stabber (@kateemick) August 7, 2017
*Jon Snow, hiding paint brushes* hey guys I found these cave paintings
- Victoria Aveyard🇺🇸 (@VictoriaAveyard) August 7, 2017
The way #JonSnow looks whenever he's trying to convince people of the threat in the north #GameOfThones http://pic.twitter.com/HBAFzENlY5
- jo (@wonderwharff) August 7, 2017
What Jon wanted to show me in the cave...#GameofThrones http://pic.twitter.com/B5WuC8z6Kd
- Daenerys Targaryen (@Daenerys) August 7, 2017
Cave drawing progression - circles, lines, dots, arcs, stick people, perfectly drawn White Walkers. #GameOfThrones #onlyflawinepisode
- Michelle McElmury (@MichelleLee_Mc) August 7, 2017
Jon Snow before he brought Danaerys into that cave. #GameOfThrones http://pic.twitter.com/xAzWK0RWy0
- Abbey Titcomb (@abbey_titcomb) August 7, 2017
Jon, the night before Dany came down to that cave. #gameofthrones http://pic.twitter.com/GEioRiLFbb
- Tessa Wilson (@tessacwilson) August 7, 2017
http://pic.twitter.com/ArIe12SqMp
- Mister (@PostMark) August 7, 2017
Jon Snow before Dany entered the cave#GameOfThrones #ThronesYall http://pic.twitter.com/kGCKEzmpix
- Carolina Villegas (@Caritolwf) August 8, 2017
When Jon snow asks you to go into a cave, you say yes. 50/50 you get oral or a sweet art show. #GameOfThrones http://pic.twitter.com/z1hdyCBwKo
- Khal Joego (@Joemagician42) August 7, 2017
The Children of the Forest drawing the White Walkers in the Dragonstone cave#GameOfThrones http://pic.twitter.com/vsupXC9up4
- John McGonigal (@jmcgonigal9) August 7, 2017
Lmao @ Jon Snow drawing the White Walkers in chalk on the cave walls. #GameOfThrones
- The Low-Cal Calzone (@FarMoreBadass) August 7, 2017
Didn't realize Jon was such a good cave painting artist (Come on man, we all know you drew them) #gameofthrones 😬
- JONATHAN BARTLETT (@seejbdraw) August 7, 2017
D: Hey, look, someone signed these cave paintings.
J: Who would sign a cave painting?
D: Ben
J: Ben who?
D: Ben D. Knee.#GameOfThrones- Alan Bush (@alanbush) August 7, 2017
28 Bite-Size, Party-Ready Dessert Recipes
While traditional sweets work well for dinner parties, cocktail parties call for finger foods. Petite portions are ideal for a few reasons: most guests won't want to eat an entire slice of pie, miniature desserts typically appear more elegant, and perhaps most importantly, it's best to keep the spread to that which can be eaten with a glass of wine or cocktail in hand. Keep reading for 28 recipes that fit the bill.
Game of Thrones: We Will Lose Our Sh*t If Drogon Doesn't Survive That Wound
Epic battles aren't a new phenomenon on Game of Thrones, but the one featured in "The Spoils of War" might be the most satisfying to watch yet. Why? One word: dragon. After hanging back on Dragonstone and handling the war with a more tactful approach, Daenerys finally has enough of her losses and impulsively decides to deal with matters by force. With Dothraki soldiers following, she flies one of her dragons to the Reach, where Jaime and other Lannister soldiers are stationed. Once the surprise attack ensues, it's complete and utter chaos (a ladder, if you will).
The dragon Daenerys rides on is Drogon, so named for her late husband Khal Drogo. Sporting black and red scales and wings, he's the largest and most aggressive of her dragons. His personality's no different in battle as he shows no hesitation to burn nearly everything and everyone to bits. Unfortunately, things don't go quite as planned for Daenerys, but one could say they do for Bronn, who manages to injure Drogon. While the Lannister arrows do nothing to impede Drogon, a bolt from a massive crossbow-like weapon does. It's called a scorpion and had been presented by Qyburn for the sole purpose of killing Daenerys's dragons, but it seems it may not get the chance, since Drogon angrily spit fire at it and destroyed it with his huge tail.
When Cersei and Qyburn previously test out the scorpion, they fire it right into a dragon skull. However, Bronn only manages to hit Drogon in the wing area, which brings him crashing down. Like a dedicated Mother of Dragons, Daenerys pulls the bolt out, showing that it cut in pretty deep. He seems to be OK, though, considering he still succeeds in attacking Jaime and Bronn while grounded. But even with an injured dragon, Daenerys still has two healthy ones, and Cersei has no dragon-killing weapon. It looks like the former may now be in the lead. We can only hope it means more dragons in battle because, if viewers losing their minds on Twitter is any indication, who doesn't love dragons?
Watching that dragon fly in like #GameOfThrones http://pic.twitter.com/UlD0A4jJlW
- CalebJordan (@CalebJordan360) August 7, 2017
Me watching Dany/Drogon burn them all #GameOfThrones http://pic.twitter.com/WmHHdInzpt
- dragon's daughter (@yeahclarke) August 7, 2017
Me when the dragon got hurt #GameOfThrones http://pic.twitter.com/PfqhCQ6PLH
- Frederic (@egcaocr) August 7, 2017
Thousands slaughtered, disemboweled, gutted: no reaction.
Dragon or dire wolf gets hurt:#GameofThrones http://pic.twitter.com/mqYtsJDQRW- Rebecca Ritchey (@eatingb00ks) August 7, 2017
Still the best damn thing I saw... #drogon #GameOfThrones http://pic.twitter.com/6IaZ7S8hyI
- Umair Siddiqui (@OfficialUmairS) August 7, 2017
Mom's Viral Post About Not Requiring Her Child to Share Will Make You Think
If Alanya Kolberg's child doesn't want to share his toy, he doesn't have to, and his mom isn't going to discipline him for turning another child down. This Missouri mom is firm on her position that her kid shouldn't always be required to share and didn't hesitate to explain the reasoning behind her controversial position after a recent encounter at the park.
For anyone who finds her stance confusing, Alanya wrote very clearly on Facebook, "My child is not required to share with yours." She explained that when she and Carson walked to the park, at least six boys came over all demanding that he share his Transformer, Minecraft figure, and truck. "He was visibly overwhelmed and clutched them to his chest as the boys reached for them," she wrote. "He looked at me. 'You can tell them no, Carson,' I said."
Alanya reassured her child that he didn't need to feel pressured to say anything else. When the other kids ran off to tattle on him to their parents, Alanya told them that he answered their question and that if he wants to share, he will. Although that response resulted in other parents giving her dirty looks, Alanya is fine with that and has a message for these parents - and any others who don't agree with her parenting.
"Would any well-mannered adult, a stranger, reach out to help themselves to my sandwich, and get huffy if I pulled it away? No again.
So really, while you're giving me dirty looks, presumably thinking my son and I are rude, whose manners are lacking here? The person reluctant to give his three toys away to six strangers, or the six strangers demanding to be given something that doesn't belong to them, even when the owner is obviously uncomfortable?
The goal is to teach our children how to function as adults. While I do know some adults who clearly never learned how to share as children, I know far more who don't know how to say no to people, or how to set boundaries, or how to practice self-care. Myself included. . . .
The next time your snowflake runs to you, upset that another child isn't sharing, please remember that we don't live in a world where it's conducive to give up everything you have to anyone just because they said so, and I'm not going to teach my kid that that's the way it works."
Game of Thrones: This Is Why Jon Snow Hates Theon Greyjoy
Game of Thrones season seven is all about the reunions - Sansa and Bran, Tyrion and Jon, Arya and Sansa - but not all reunions are happy ones. In "The Spoils of War," Theon returns to Dragonstone only to find Jon is staying at Daenerys's home base as well. These two men had been raised as brothers, but they've never had a good relationship. They are both outsiders in the Stark family: Jon because he is a bastard, and Theon because he's technically Ned Stark's hostage for most of his life. Even though Ned raises the Greyjoy ward as one of his own children, Theon is being held as collateral to keep his father in line. Despite their differences, Theon and Jon could always agree on their love of Robb, and that's one of the reasons their reunion is so intense. Theon has given Jon plenty of reasons to hate him, but his betrayal of the Stark family is the greatest source of contention between them.
The last time Theon and Jon see each other before the War of the Five Kings breaks out is when Jon is leaving for the Wall. At that point, Theon is left as Robb's greatest ally, but shortly after the war begins, he returns to his home of Pyke for the first time since he was a boy. It's there that Theon makes a terrible mistake that changes the course of his life, and the lives of the Stark children, forever. He chooses to take Winterfell in hopes of winning his father's approval, and in the process he turns his back on Robb, someone he considers a brother.
Shortly after he takes the castle, Theon claims to have murdered Bran and Rickon. We later learn he actually kills two farm boys instead, but the damage is done. Robb and Jon believe their little brothers have been killed, and ultimately, Bran and Rickon have to flee Winterfell. This sets off a chain of events that ultimately leads to Rickon's death, the Boltons taking control of the Starks' home, and Ramsay marrying and raping Sansa. Had Theon remained loyal to Robb and the family that he grew up with, there is an excellent chance that Robb may have won the war. At the very least, Winterfell and the younger Stark boys would have been safe.
The king in the North holds Theon responsible for much of the pain and loss his family has experienced since he left for the Wall. The truth is, Jon blames himself too. From the moment Sam and his other Night's Watch brothers make him turn back for the Wall instead of riding home in season one, Jon makes a choice to keep his oath. And that oath prevents him from helping Robb secure the North or removing Theon from Winterfell.
This complicated mix of emotions all boils over when Jon sees Theon again at Dragonstone. He tells Theon that the only reason he's not killing him is because of what he did for Sansa. Theon regrets ever betraying the Starks more than Jon can know. Since he makes his choice, he goes through hell. Ramsay turns him into Reek with a combination of physical and mental abuse no person should ever have to suffer. The lingering effects of what Ramsay does to Theon still haunt him. He is a broken man, but despite everything, he finds a way to shake Ramsay's control enough to help Sansa flee from the mad man. Without Theon's help, Sansa's escape from Winterfell may never have happened. His act of bravery saves Sansa's life, and even though it can't erase all of the other mistakes Theon makes, it does mean Jon is indebted to him for freeing his sister.
Saving Sansa is a small moment of redemption for Theon, and it's one that leads Jon to spare his life. But the resentment the king in the North feels for Theon Greyjoy is unlikely to ever go away, and no amount of apologies could ever make Jon forgive him for the damage he has done to the Stark family.
You'll Never Frost Cupcakes Another Way Again After Learning This Trick
Beautiful frosted cupcakes are Magnolia Bakery's bread and butter (it's this sweet treat that was popularized by Sex and the City, after all). So when the bakery extended an invitation to a cupcake decorating class focused on flower cupcakes, I had to check it out. Keep reading to see exactly how these pastry pros do it.
Here's what you'll need: cupcakes, buttercream frosting, a pastry bag, a coupler and Ateco's #104 petal tip, luster dust (optional), and some patience.
Rupert Grint Got a Shout-Out in the Half-Blood Prince Novel - and You Probably Missed It
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By the time the Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince novel was released, the fourth movie (Goblet of Fire) was on the verge of coming out. This meant that Rupert Grint was already an established member of our favorite magical trio as Ron Weasley, loved perhaps most especially for his gratuitous usage of "bloody hell" to express his surprise, fear, excitement, and pretty much any other emotion.
In Half-Blood Prince, the pompous (but arguably endearing) character of Professor Slughorn is introduced, whose talent for choosing gifted students to include among his exclusive ranks rivals his penchant for potions.
So, the fact that Slughorn calls Ron the wrong name isn't all that surprising considering this mistake is made in line with the professor's disregard of students who don't fit his standards of "promising" wizards. Ron (to Slughorn) is forgettable.
What is notable is the small shout-out to actor Grint when Slughorn slips up upon discussing Ron's incident of accidentally drinking poison instead of a tonic for someone who'd ingested the love potion Amortentia. In the 2005 Bloomsbury edition of Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince on page 454, J.K. Rowling gives Grint a subtle nod in the novel by having Slughorn call Ron by the name of Rupert on accident. The tiny detail is easy to miss, but the fact that Rowling snuck it in certainly makes us smile. See the passage ahead for the mention of "Rupert" instead of "Ron."
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16 Essentials For a Long Car Ride
Going on road trips is one of the best parts of Summer. An abundance of travelers on the road could mean a longer car ride, so if you're going to embark on a lengthy road trip, then remember to bring these essential items with you.
Video of Toddler Drowning While Wearing Floatie Proves You Can't Take Your Eyes Off Kids in the Pool
If you want to relax by the pool, hire a babysitter, because there's a video circulating that proves parents can't take their eyes off their kids - even for a few seconds - no matter how prepared they think they are.
A short video clip from a community pool shows a separate, shallow kiddie pool with a handful of children wading around. One toddler is seated in what seems to be a full-body inner-tube flotation device, likely purported to provide extreme safety. However, just a few seconds into the video, the child falls forward, head in the water, and the weight of the floatie prevents the kid from being able to pull back and out of the water. The toddler is seen kicking and thrashing.
Thankfully, an older girl in the kiddie pool notices and pulls the flotation device upright and saves the child from drowning.
The whole incident takes less than 10 seconds but is a startling reminder of how fast things can go awry and how no amount of safety measures is better than an attentive parent in the pool.
1 Move That Works It All: Butt, Abs, and Arms
You're busy. We know that. That's why we're showing you tabletop reach, a sweet little bodyweight exercise that works your entire body with special focus on your arms, butt, and abs. Yes! It's an ab exercise that is not a crunch. And another bonus: you get an active hamstring stretch doing this move. Add it to your workout routine; it's great after rides or runs.
Tabletop Reach
- Begin in a strong tabletop position with your hands under your shoulders, your knees over your ankles, your pelvis lifted off the floor, and fingers pointed toward the sides.
- Lift your left leg up and reach your right hand toward your left toes. Return your hand and foot to floor, lifting the pelvis back to tabletop by squeezing the glutes - this is where the butt toning happens. This completes one rep. Switch sides for the next rep.
- Start with two to three sets of 12 reps each, and work your way up to 20 reps per set as you build strength.
The Moment This Bride Turns Around, You'll Fall Deeply in Love With Her Dress
There are plenty of things to take into account when choosing a wedding dress: fit, silhouette, whether you'd like it to be simple or statement-making, etc. For her big day, model Sun Wei likely looked for something that would wow from all angles, so she turned to Galia Lahav, a fashion house known for dresses with long, poufy trains - aka something fit for a princess or even a Barbie. As she said "I do" to Satoru Mizuno at the Aoyama St. Grace Cathedral in Tokyo, Japan, Sun had her back to the crowd, thus creating a view that took our breath away. Scroll through to see her flawless look in full, since the front's pretty spectacular as well. Then, see which trends will be big for brides in Fall 2017.
17 Pants So Chic, You'll Forget All About Your Jeans
I've recently grown tired of wearing the same old jeans. From zipping them up to sitting down for long periods of time, sometimes I just don't feel like dealing with denim. So I started investing in more trouser-like pants, and I officially never feel like going back. From sleek black pants for work to silky boho prints you can rock on vacation, there is the perfect pair for every occasion. Check out our top picks so you can feel like you're lounging from day to night.
35 Unique Travel Tattoos to Fuel Your Eternal Wanderlust
Warning: Only committed travelers allowed. If you have a never-ending case of wanderlust, this awe-inspiring ink is perfect for you. Check out all 35 of our most favorite tattoos from those who roam the globe.
12 Inca-Print Shoes That'll Brighten Your Summer Uniform of Jean Cutoffs and a Tee
Imagine having a pair of shoes that will instantly perk up any plain Summer dress and even your uniform of jean cutoffs and a white t-shirt. Now stop daydreaming and click ahead, because the colorful flats, sneakers and espadrilles you've been looking for are here. Featuring Peruvian Inca-inspired textiles that'll catch everyone's attention no matter what you pair them with, these comfortable shoes are the solution to Summer outfit fatigue. Keep scrolling to start shopping.
Healthy Breakfast Recipes That Just Might Turn You Into a Morning Person
It's easy to come up with a million excuses to skip breakfast in the morning. You might feel like you're too busy to cook anything, or maybe you don't have enough ingredients in your fridge. The list goes on. With these easy breakfast recipes, though, you'll see that you don't need that much time in the morning to make yourself a nutritional meal. Besides, you can't start your day off right if you don't have a belly full of healthy, delicious food.
35 Halloween Decorations You Can DIY
If you love Halloween, you know that half the fun of the holiday is all the decorating leading up to it. While our favorite retail stores sell awesome seasonal items, this is the time of year to DIY it up. Regardless of whether you have any crafting experience or not, we've gathered totally doable projects that won't take all month to make. Not only are they pretty simple to create, but they also don't require an excessive supply list, either. Get in the Halloween spirit with these 35 DIY decor ideas ahead!
34 Outfit Ideas That You'll Love Wearing This Fall
Despite the generally grey weather, Fall is a great time for fashion-lovers. Thanks to a few tricks, Summer clothes can still be worn, and the change of seasons is the perfect excuse to invest in a new pair of boots or stock up on warmer dresses. That being said, inspiration can sometimes be lacking, and if that's your case, don't panic - street style stars are here to show us how to make the most of those cold-weather essentials. Keep reading to see 34 outfits that you'll love wearing this coming season, and if you need even more ideas, here are 26 stylish Autumn lessons to steal from the Duchess of Cambridge.
33 Crave-Worthy Cocktails Made With 3 Ingredients (or Fewer!)
What's full of showstopping flavor, is easy to make, and might not even necessitate a stop at the liquor store to procure its limited ingredient list? Why, these cocktails that clock in at a mere three ingredients (or fewer), of course! Keep reading for the simplest inspiration to streamline your cocktail hour, whether your tastes run toward that which is light and floral (the Hummingbird), robust and indulgent (a Guinness milkshake), or something in between. Cheers!
These Are the Containers You Need If You're Practicing Portion Control
Prepacking meals is one way to keep tabs on calories, but if you jam-pack your lunch box with tons of food in large containers, you might consume more calories than you expect. Portion control is key when it comes to weight loss, and these multicompartment containers make it easy to pack small amounts of a variety of healthy foods. They're all so cute and practical - you might actually have fun packing your portion-controlled lunch.
What This Devastated Mom Wishes She'd Known Before a Friendly Dog Attacked Her Son
On Christmas Eve, two dogs that seemed friendly mauled Tracy Dowdy's child. Since that viscous attack, this devoted mom is sharing their story in the hopes that other parents will learn from her family's tragedy as her son recovers from his full-body injuries.
In a blog post describing the harrowing ordeal, Tracy says that Ethan was simply playing in his grandma's yard before the incident. She explained that her 7-year-old grew up running through the grass, climbing from the old oak tree, and playing with the neighbor's dogs, but knowing these pit bulls wasn't enough to keep her child safe.
"I want to begin by saying I've always been a 'dog person.' It is not my intention to instill undue fear through the sharing of my family's story, as I'm very much aware of the joy pets can add to a home," Tracy wrote. "It is, however, my hope that our experience will inspire parents and dog owners to exercise great caution when kids and dogs mix - no matter how well you know the dog or how comfortable the child is around dogs."
On this night, Ethan was playing by hanging from his knees and swinging from a tree branch when the dogs he's known his entire life grabbed him by the jacket. "[They] dragged him over the fence, where they attacked him, biting his face, neck and body," Tracy wrote. "A mom knows that haunting sound; the kind of wail that clearly says 'this is not just a scrape,' and sends a chill up your spine."
By the time Tracy and her husband made it over to their child, they discovered that he was at the mercy of the dogs. "My husband says I didn't just climb the fence, I cleared it. My maternal instinct kicked in, and I had to get my boy back," she described. "Our sweet boy was bloodied, with one ear hanging off and the other gone. His body was covered in bite marks, and he was in and out of consciousness."
Ethan received more 300 stitches and surgeons were able to reattach his left ear. However, they had to sew his right ear into his belly with the hope that new tissue necessary for future reattachment will grow.
As her son continues to recover physically and mentally as he battles panic attacks, night terrors, and anxiety from this traumatic event, Tracy is asking that all parents learn from her child's experience. "I encourage you to read these tips, remember our story, and share this with the parents and dog owners in your life," she pleaded.
Here are some of Tracy's tips on preventing a dog attack:
- Parents should supervise all interactions between children and dogs.
- Babies, toddlers, and young children should never be left alone with a dog.
- Parents should educate their children on how to behave around dogs. Never approach a dog you don't know, even if the dog is on a leash.
- If you are attacked, give the dog an object, such as a jacket or tote to bite.
- If you are knocked down, roll yourself into a ball and lie still. Cover your head and face with your hands.
- Never scream at or run from a dog.
- Do not disturb a dog that is eating, sleeping, or tending to puppies.
- If a bite occurs, the child should be seen by a doctor, no matter how minor the injury.
Work Up to 100 Push-Ups by Following This 30-Day Challenge
When it comes to challenges, it seems the ones that get the most interest online usually involve copious amounts of pizza or hot dogs, but those aren't going to make you feel great. That's where the push-up challenge comes into play. This push-up challenge is sure to make you feel stronger . . . and tone your entire body along the way. By day 30 you'll be able to do 100 push-ups in just one workout. Yep, you heard right: 100 push-ups! If just hearing the word "push-up" makes you uneasy, there's no need to stress - you've got an entire 30 days to become a push-up master. You'll also incorporate more than your basic push-up to make each day different.
Push-ups are a great exercise for a challenge because they're, well, challenging. They also incorporate a lot of different muscles; so while you'll definitely feel it in the shoulders and chest, your entire body will get some love. Heck, you might as well add "plank master" to your title as well. Don't forget to tag us (@popsugarfitness) and show off your determination and progress along the way!
To put together this challenge and how to do each move, we consulted with a Youfit Health Clubs trainer and fitness expert: Raphael Konforti, MS CPT.
Tradtitional Push-Up
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Here's the moneymaker. We've provided instructions on how to do a push-up on your hands and feet, but not everyone needs - or is ready - for that version. You can easily change the difficulty level by dropping your knees down or elevating your hands to do a push-up on a couch or wall. The closer you get to a standing position, the easier it will be to do the exercise.
Konforti's form tip: Start on the floor, with only your hands and knees touching the ground. Place your hands just slightly wider than shoulder-width apart, keeping the elbows tucked in like a chicken wing. Holding a straight line from your head to your heels, slowly lower your entire body toward the ground, bending through the elbows. Go down until your elbows are at 90 degrees, and then press back up.
Learn how to do a push-up here.
Negative Push-Up
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Focusing on the negative, or lowering, portion of the push-up is a trick to building more strength. This is because most of the muscle damage or soreness actually happens during this part of the exercise.
Konforti's form tip: This exercise is exactly the same as the normal push-up, but with one variation. Your goal on this exercise is to lower your body down as slow as possible, taking around three to five seconds. To push yourself back up, you can use assistance by dropping your knees down or simply push back up like a normal rep.
Learn how to do a negative push-up here.
Elbow Plank
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During push-ups you're in a plank position, except on your hands. To get to 100 push-ups, it's important to have a strong core that can keep up. The stronger your core is, the less energy it will take to hold yourself up. It's completely normal to shake while holding the push-up position, but as your core strengthens, you'll become more stable, which only makes things easier. By the end, you'll be able to challenge anyone to a plank-off and cruise through it with a grin on your face.
Konforti's form tip: To get in plank position, start on the floor, putting your elbows down and directly underneath your shoulders. Lift your entire body up and hold it, keeping a straight line from your head to your heels. Don't forget to breathe and snap a selfie so we can see you owning this challenge!
Learn how to do an elbow plank here.
30-Day Push-Up Challenge
| DAY OF THE MONTH | EXERCISE |
|---|---|
| Day 1 | 2 sets of 5 Push-ups 1 set of 5 Negative Push-ups 1 set of 30-second Plank |
| Day 2 | 2 sets of 5 Push-ups 1 set of 30-second Plank 1 set of 5 Negative Push-ups |
| Day 3 | 3 sets of 5 Push-ups 1 set of 30-second Plank 1 set of Negative Push-ups |
| Day 4 | 3 sets of 5 Push-ups 1 set of 30-second Plank 1 set of Negative Push-ups |
| Day 5 | 1 set of 10 Push-ups 1 set of 45-second Plank |
| Day 6 | Rest |
| Day 7 | Rest |
| Day 8 | 2 sets of 10 Push-ups 1 set of 45-second Plank 1 set of 10 Negative Push-ups |
| Day 9 | 2 sets of 10 Push-ups 1 set of 45-second Plank 1 set of 10 Negative Push-ups |
| Day 10 | 3 sets of 10 Push-ups 1 set of 45-second Plank 1 set of 10 Negative Push-ups |
| Day 11 | 3 sets of 10 Push-ups 2 sets of 45-second Plank 1 set of 10 Negative Push-ups |
| Day 12 | 4 sets of 10 Push-ups 2 sets of 45-second Plank 1 set of 10 Negative Push-ups |
| Day 13 | Rest |
| Day 14 | Rest |
| Day 15 | 4 sets of 10 Push-ups 1 set of 60-second Plank 1 set of 10 Negative Push-ups |
| Day 16 | 4 sets of 10 Push-ups 1 set of 60-second Plank 1 set of 10 Negative Push-ups |
| Day 17 | 4 sets of 12 Push-ups 1 set of 60-second Plank 1 set of 10 Negative Push-ups |
| Day 18 | 4 sets of 12 Push-ups 1 set of 60-second Plank 1 set of 10 Negative Push-up |
| Day 19 | 3 sets of 15 Push-ups 2 sets of 60-second Plank 2 sets of 10 Negative Push-ups |
| Day 20 | Rest |
| Day 21 | Rest |
| Day 22 | 3 sets of 15 Push-ups 1 set of 60-second Plank 1 set of 10 Negative Push-ups |
| Day 23 | 4 sets of 12 Push-ups 1 set of 60-second Plank 2 sets of 10 Negative Push-ups |
| Day 24 | 5 sets of 10 Push-ups 1 set of 60-second Plank 2 sets of 8 Negative Push-ups |
| Day 25 | 5 sets of 12 Push-ups 1 set of 60-second Plank 2 sets of 8 Negative Push-ups |
| Day 26 | 5 sets of 12 Push-ups 2 sets of 60-second Plank 2 sets of 8 Negative Push-ups |
| Day 27 | 5 sets of 10 Push-ups 2 sets of 8 Push-ups |
| Day 28 | Rest |
| Day 29 | Rest |
| Day 30 | 100 Push-ups! Take as many sets as you need to, but be sure to stop each set when you feel like you can still do two more push-ups. Rest 30 to 45 seconds between each set. |
29 Photos That Prove Hunter McGrady Is One Bodacious Lady
Hunter McGrady was named the "curviest" model to grace the pages of Sports Illustrated's annual Swimsuit Issue when she appeared in nothing but body paint for her photo shoot in the 2017 installment. It's a huge feat for the 23-year-old, who spent much of her teenage years in the gym and starving herself, trying to whittle away her 5-foot, 11-inch frame for modeling jobs. Since then, Hunter has made a name for herself in the world of curve modeling, becoming a part of Wilhelmina International's Curve division and appearing in campaigns for Lane Bryant, though the industry comes with its fair share of misconceptions.
"I think people think that we can get away with looking however we want," Hunter told POPSUGAR. "They're like, 'Whatever, she's a curve model. She doesn't have to work out; she doesn't have to eat well.' Which isn't true. I have a personal trainer, I eat clean. But on the other spectrum, there is a pressure to have the Coke bottle body, to be really tight. Someone's always going to want you to be thicker." In our humble opinion, Hunter's "thickness" is just perfect. In celebration of her bodacious body and killer curves, we've rounded up her sexiest pictures.
The Amount of Sugar in Soda Is Truly Mind-Boggling
The news on sugary drinks isn't good. One 2015 study attributed 184,000 deaths per year to consumption of sweetened beverages. Too much sugar (as well as sweetened drinks) increases your risk of heart disease, causes diabetes, weight gain, and impairs brain power.
So obviously, you know that soda isn't a health food, but sometimes you have to be confronted with the cold, hard reality. That's why we created this chart comparing popular brands of soda with the number of grams of sugar contained in one can of each. Be prepared to be sugar shocked.
| SODA | GRAMS OF SUGAR | |
|---|---|---|
| Coca-Cola | 39 | |
| Pepsi | 41 | |
| Sprite | 38 | |
| 7 UP | 38 | |
| Fanta Orange | 28 | |
| Crush Orange | 43 | |
| A&W Root Beer | 45 | |
| Barq's Root Beer | 45 | |
| Mountain Dew | 46 | |
| Dr. Pepper | 40 |
*Per 12-ounce can
The American Heart Association suggests that women consume no more than 25 grams of sugar per day. For men, that recommendation caps at 36 grams per day. To get an even clearer picture of just how much you're drinking, think of this in teaspoons. One teaspoon of sugar equals four grams. Therefore, a can of soda with 40 grams of sugar contains 10 teaspoons of the sweet stuff. Take a minute and picture it. That's what you're drinking.
For even more perspective, consider that you could eat nearly nine Oreos, a bag of Sour Patch Kids, or a slice of birthday cake.
If you're grabbing a soda on occasion, get the smallest size possible. (Many brands offer mini cans in a respectable eight-ounce size.) Still, if you're a woman, even a small can may put you over your sugar limit for the day. (Meaning, it's a trade-off for desserts and anything else that has sugar in it, like sweetened yogurts, sauces, breads, and flavored oatmeal.)
Your best bet is to stick with water (spruce it up by adding fruit slices, full berries, and herbs), unsweetened iced tea, or no-sugar-added or lightly flavored sparkling waters, like LaCroix or Spindrift.
Wedding Music: 50 Processional Songs For Your Walk Down the Aisle
If you're planning a wedding soon, one of the most daunting (but fun) details to figure out is the music. We've got a wedding music guide so you know what you have to select tunes for, but as for those tunes, we can help. We have ideas for your first dance song and the father/daughter dance, but what about the ceremony? Your walk down the aisle kicks off the celebration, but why settle for "Here Comes the Bride?" We have a collection of processional song suggestions that span genres, from traditional and instrumental to indie and eclectic.
11 Pretty Jewelry Organizers From Target - All Under $38
I have way too much jewelry - more than any normal woman should have. But, hey, I love to accessorize so I'm not giving up the goods anytime soon. That's why I appreciate a great jewelry organizer. Not only does it keep everything in order, but it also allows me to display necklaces, earrings, and bracelets. Target has recently released a bunch of gorgeous organizational options I would proudly set on my dresser or vanity. Plus, they're affordable. Check out the best picks and get one for yourself so you don't have to keep detangling all those chains.
Jennifer Lopez and Her Mom Are 2 Peas in a Pod
Jennifer Lopez and her mom, Guadalupe Rodríguez, have always been tight. From helping her raise the #coconuts (that's J Lo's twins, in case you don't follow her Instagram as closely as we do) to traveling the world with her, Jen's mom is number one in her book.
"To this amazing force of nature!! My number one fan. My biggest cheerleader. The reason I am who I am today!! I LOVE YOU MOMMY!!," Jennifer captioned a photo she posted in honor of Mother's Day in 2016. That's so sweet. Keep scrolling to see the best photos of the mother-daughter duo.
17 Mac and Cheeses That Sneak in Vegetables
Vegetables seem a whole lot more appealing when they are folded into gooey cheese-drenched noodles. If you have mac and cheese on the mind but need to load up on some veggies (TBH, we all do!), allow these recipes to inspire dinner tonight.
Christina El Moussa's Nutritionist Shares Her Top 3 Weight-Loss Tips
If weight loss is your goal, Cara Clark - Christina El Moussa's nutritionist - has three fives for you that guide her clients on their journey to shed pounds. Her cardinal rules of weight loss are simple, straightforward, and easier to implement than you might think.
5 Meals
The first five is about your quantity of daily meals. "Eat five meals all day, all consistent sizes," Cara told POPSUGAR. Make sure these meals have a good balance of macronutrients; she said to ensure they're "filled with lean protein, healthy fat, and complex carbohydrates." Space your meals out "every three to four hours."
5 Colors
"Fill your plate or bowl with vegetables every meal," she said. Ensure there are "at least five different colors of fruits and veggies a day" - so think bright orange carrots, purple cauliflower, green spinach, red tomatoes, and yellow bell peppers. This is an excellent tactic to keep the variety in your food, making for dynamic meals, all while ensuring optimal nutrition. You'll also be giving yourself a fun dietary challenge that will take the monotony out of weight loss.
5 Minutes
She doesn't just limit her advice to food - her final five is minutes of exercise! Add five minutes to your workouts each day, and you'll see more results. "Increase the intensity of your exercise by adding [some] extra cardio to each workout, at least five to 10 minutes," she said. "Shoot to exercise five times a week for 30 to 60 minutes."
13 Vegan Beauty Products I Simply Cannot Live Without
I've been an animal-lover for as long as I can remember. The first time I went vegan, in 2011, I purged my kitchen of all animal products because I couldn't bear the thought of my lifestyle harming any other living beings. I recently learned, though, that my makeup can be just as harmful to animals as my consumption of meat or dairy products.
Testing cosmetics on animals is, sadly, a common occurrence in today's world. In fact, in many countries it's illegal to sell products unless they've been tested on innocent animals. As we learn more about the horrors of animal testing, we're also lucky to see so many cruelty-free cosmetic brands emerge and offer products that are as conscious as they are beautiful.
As a makeup-lover and an animal-lover, I've looked long and hard for the best vegan beauty brands, and here's a roundup of my favorites, because looking gorgeous and being kind to all living beings are not mutually exclusive.
Here's Lorde Singing "Bloody Mother F*cking Assh*le," Because We All Need It
On Friday, Lorde performed at Osheaga, a star-studded music festival that sweeps through Montreal. In addition to most likely performing some of the best songs from her exquisite new album, Melodrama, the New Zealand songstress also took a moment to whip out a pretty badass cover. As it started to rain - which only serves to heighten to magic of it all, in my opinion - Lorde sang Martha Wainwright's "Bloody Mother F*cking Assh*le." If you couldn't tell from the title, the song is pretty exceptional in its own right. As an added bonus, it also appeared on the soundtrack for Big Little Lies, which had critics and viewers alike raving earlier this year. Listen above to confirm what we now know to be true: Lorde was born to cover this one.
This Is How Much Cardio You Should Be Doing If You Want to Lose Weight
Strength training, cardio, and a healthy diet are said to make up the perfect formula for weight loss. But sometimes it's hard to know how much you need of each category. In particular, the amount of cardio you need in order to lose weight has been up for debate - some people think you need a lot, while others think that it's all about strength training.
Before deciding how much cardio is best for weight loss, Austin Lopez, CSCS and owner of Ausome Fit, said it's important to understand some basics of how your body functions; "3,500 is the number of calories in a single pound of fat and therefore the number required for you to burn in a week to lose one pound a week," Lopez told POPSUGAR.
This is how that breaks down in terms of sessions per week. According to Lopez, if you want to burn 3,500 calories in a week in order to lose one pound, you have three options:
- Do 7 days of 30-minute cardio sessions and eat a clean diet with an average calorie intake.
- Do 5 days of 30-minute cardio sessions and eat a lightly calorie-restricted diet.
- Do 0 to 3 days of 30-minute cardio sessions and eat a medium calorie-restricted diet.
The third option might look appealing to you, but Lopez reminds us that "this becomes unsustainable very quickly."
Similarly, Mahri Relin, certified personal trainer and founder of Body Conceptions, said she encourages her clients do four to five sessions of cardio a week, each lasting about 30 to 45 minutes. Celebrity fitness trainer Katherine Greiner recommends at least 30 to 45 minutes of cardio a day or 20 minutes of HIIT cardio intervals.
It's important you don't overdo it, though. "Cardio-heavy workouts can leave people famished, only to replace, if not exceed, the calories they have burned," Relin told POPSUGAR. "When the body has too much cardio it can result in adrenal fatigue, which can actually lead to weight gain," Greiner added.
Another thing all three trainers agree on unanimously is that these sessions of cardio must also be paired with regular strength training. You can't have one without the other in the hunt for weight loss.
The 10 Best Neutral-Toned Bras to Buy Off Amazon Right Now
Neutral-toned bras are a staple we always need more of. They can be worn with anything regardless of color or fabric and are an essential part of anyone's lingerie wardrobe. If you're in need of a new one, we've got your back. We've searched Amazon for the highest-rated, best bras for every outfit and occasion.
Find the perfect bra for you by checking out our picks.
Underwear With Yoga Pants? It's Apparently a Controversial Topic
Much like politics and religion, a person's preference for panties (or lack thereof) under yoga pants is quite polarizing. You'll get commando enthusiasts who are disgusted by thongs that trap sweat for hours and those who are horrified by the idea of going bare under a thin layer of activewear.
No matter which side you're on, it's likely you've heard "Ew, gross!" from the opposition. But what's actually the deal? Should you wear underwear with yoga pants? According to experts, there's no black and white answer.
In terms of health considerations, we talked to Dr. Stephanie Long, MD, women's health expert at One Medical. "I think the biggest considerations around health are what you wear and do before and after a workout too," she told POPSUGAR. "If you wear tighter, synthetic materials for long times before or after a workout, that may be irritating for the vaginal and genital areas due to the increased moisture and decreased breathability. So, going commando may be fine as long as you're changing into clothes [before] and out of them around a workout."
Similarly, opting for panties could also be irritating. "Wearing a thong or underwear for a long time before or after a workout without changing could also be an issue," she said. "Ultimately, women have to experiment about what's comfortable for a workout, what isn't irritating, etc., and be sure to change out of wet/damp undergarments promptly."
Aside from health considerations, it also comes down to circumstance and personal preference. We're not going to tell you how to choose, but here are some things to think about before donning your beloved leggings and heading out the door for a good sweat.
When you might want to wear underwear:
- You're not doing a supersweaty workout (think barre, yoga, Pilates)
- You're wearing white pants or sheer pants
- You've done a supersweaty class, but you have the option to change and shower immediately
- You have incontinence issues
- You're on your period
- You feel more comfortable with underwear
When you might want to go commando:
- You're going to a supersweaty workout (cycling, boot camp, hot yoga)
- You don't have the option to shower for a while, and you've done a really sweaty class
- You're not dealing with incontinence and you're not on your period
- You feel more comfortable without underwear
13 Vegan Beauty Products I Simply Cannot Live Without
I've been an animal-lover for as long as I can remember. The first time I went vegan, in 2011, I purged my kitchen of all animal products because I couldn't bear the thought of my lifestyle harming any other living beings. I recently learned, though, that my makeup can be just as harmful to animals as my consumption of meat or dairy products.
Testing cosmetics on animals is, sadly, a common occurrence in today's world. In fact, in many countries it's illegal to sell products unless they've been tested on innocent animals. As we learn more about the horrors of animal testing, we're also lucky to see so many cruelty-free cosmetic brands emerge and offer products that are as conscious as they are beautiful.
As a makeup-lover and an animal-lover, I've looked long and hard for the best vegan beauty brands, and here's a roundup of my favorites, because looking gorgeous and being kind to all living beings are not mutually exclusive.
These 20 Treatments For Thinning Hair Actually Work - According to Pros
If you've noticed your hair thinning, you're not alone. "As a salon owner and hairstylist, thinning hair and hair loss are the top concerns of my clients. They all ask me how can they achieve thicker, fuller hair while finding a way to get hair to regrow," says Gabriel Samra, a celebrity hairstylist.
That said, being in good company isn't exactly comforting when you're literally watching your hair wash down the drain. While some hair loss might indicate a deeper medical issue and therefore need to be treated by a doctor, it could be due to stress or poor hair health (see here for a list of common causes), in which case hair experts say you can take matters into your own hands.
From supplements to fillers (it's like Botox for your hair), read on for some of the innovative and sometimes unusual (gelatin, anyone?) products they recommend to clients seeking thicker hair. Some of these picks have proven so successful that the experts have incorporated them into their own regimens.
Your Favorite Street Style Shoe Got an Update, For Less Than $100
The days of every street style star sporting sky-high heels is over. Now we're just as likely to see a style icon sporting trainers as we are platforms. But flat footwear still has to make a statement, and Miu Miu gave those style mavens a simple way to shine when it released a range of classic ballet flats dressed up with double buckles and wraparound ribbons.
Available in a whole host of colors, the shoes had interchangeable ribbons in black and gingham, and the chicest women knew to mix and match, giving their shoes a bit of simple customization. After a couple of seasons, those ballet flats are finally losing steam, but that doesn't mean you have to give up this look completely. ASOS trumps with a new take on the look that pays homage to the Miu Miu must have, but with a brand new twist. See for yourself (and shop the originals) now!
Our Favorite Healthy Grab-and-Go Breakfasts
Being pressed for time can make it hard to sit down and enjoy breakfast, and too many times, we skip breakfast altogether or opt for a calorie-laden pastry, which is not the best way to start your day. A healthy breakfast can help keep metabolism consistent and energy levels fired up. Instead of skipping your morning meal, grab one of these healthy breakfast dishes as you rush out the door. Each recipe is well-balanced and filling and can be made in batches before the busy week starts.
Do You Really Poop More on Your Period or Is It All in Your Head? A Doctor's Answer
You don't have to admit it out loud, but you might find that you take more frequent trips to the bathroom when you're on your period. For some reason, it seems like our digestive system gets thrown a little out of whack every time we menstruate. Which means you probably poop way more often than usual.
If this sounds familiar, you're certainly not alone. Jennifer Wider, MD, nationally renowned women's health expert, told POPSUGAR that this happens to many women during their period, and there's a scientific explanation for it.
"Our bodies produce prostaglandins, compounds that have hormone-like effects, including causing the uterus to contract," Dr. Wider said. "They also act on the digestive tract, making the bowel contract, triggering more frequent bowel movements."
So it's not all in our heads. What a relief. "Many women frequent the bathroom more than during a regular week of the month," Dr. Wider said. "Prostaglandins can also make the bowel movement looser than normal." Which is exactly why your poops even look different during your period.
Although you don't need to worry if your poops look slightly different during menstruation, Dr. Wider recommends you see a doctor if your bowel movements suddenly change in the weeks when you're not on your period. If there's blood in your stool or if the color and texture suddenly change, for example, you might want to see if there's something else going on.
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