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Game of Thrones Released 30 New Photos From Season 8, and They'll Chill You to the Bone
After a few brief but telling teasers for Game of Thrones season eight, a ton of glorious photos from the final season have arrived! HBO shared a whole bunch of illuminating images from Westeros, including glimpses of Dany and Jon Snow together in the North, Cersei stalking around on her lonesome (in some sick new armor, we might add), Brienne looking worse for wear, and more.
Who will live? Who will die? And who will get to sit on that freakin' throne?! While we'll have to wait until April to get the answers to those questions and any potential confirmations of the internet's many theories about the last season, these photos are enough to keep us busy in the meantime. Keep reading to see them all!
Game of Thrones: How Littlefinger's Face Could Be the Key to Cersei's Downfall
The Game of Thrones season seven moment when Arya and Sansa finally take down Littlefinger is triumphant. It proved that the Stark sisters understand that they're at their strongest together, while also illustrating how adept they've become at carrying out a deception when necessary. Lord Baelish never saw them coming, and in season eight, there's a chance that Cersei won't either. Since the season seven finale, there's been speculation from fans about whether Arya took Littlefinger's face after his execution. On the surface, it doesn't seem like his visage would be useful in her bag of tricks. After all, Sansa passes his sentence in front of an audience in the North, everyone at Winterfell that day, including the Knights of the Vale, know that he's dead.
But there's one key player who may have no idea that the Stark sisters disposed of Littlefinger, and that person is Cersei. She's currently busy shoring up her army in the South and focusing on stopping Daenerys's bid for the Iron Throne. When it comes to the North, she knows the White Walkers are heading toward Winterfell, but she seems wholly unconcerned. In fact, she's counting on the army of the dead to decrease the number of enemies gunning for her seat in King's Landing. Would anyone who witnessed the death of Littlefinger send Queen Cersei a message? It seems unlikely.
The last time Cersei and Littlefinger talked was back in season five. During their conversation, he promises her Sansa's head. Cersei knows from experience that Lord Baelish allies himself with whichever side will get him want he wants. She's not happy about his false promises, but given her current political position, she might be willing to entertain an audience with an enemy she knows if she believes it would be benefit her. Enter Arya wearing Littlefinger's face.
Remember, Cersei is on Arya's list, and she's someone that Sansa would no doubt like to see taken down for the role she played in their family's destruction. In a recent interview with The Wrap, Sophie Turner hinted that a showdown between the eldest Stark sister and the current Queen of Westeros could be in the cards for season eight. "It's definitely something that you could possibly see. And I would love to see Sansa have a face-off with Cersei," the actor said. "I think it would be a long time coming." And there's no better way to get Sansa, Arya, and Cersei in the same room than by Littlefinger appearing to finally keep his promise by giving Sansa to Cersei to do with as she will. It could even be considered an act of good faith to get back in her graces. Then all Arya would need to do is remove the stolen face and serve up some justice on behalf of the North.
However, if season eight reveals early on that Cersei is fully aware of Littlefinger's fate, then this theory is unlikely to come true. Since all of the other major players know that Lord Baelish is dead, there's no political need for Arya to take his face. The Stark sisters are too savvy to use the face of a man the entire North knows is no longer among the living to trick Cersei if they even suspect the news made its way South. Still, as long as Cersei is in the dark, the possibility of Arya donning Littlefinger's face remains on the table for the final season.
Is Pet Sematary Based on a True Story? There's More Truth to the Movie Than You Think
Warning: very spooky spoilers for Pet Sematary ahead!
Although it's no secret that animals can't actually come back to life once they've passed away, there might be more truth to Stephen King's 1983 novel Pet Sematary than you think. And now that Kevin Kolsch and Dennis Widmyer's adaptation of the book has hit the big screen, it's time to separate fact from fiction.
In both King's novel and the 2019 reboot, we're introduced to the Creed family: patriarch Louis is a doctor who moves his wife and two young children from a bustling city to the small town of Ludlow, MI, so that he can take over the University of Maine's hospital. He and his wife, Rachel, hope that the move will give them more quality time with their kids, and they're also getting a sprawling farmhouse out of the deal. Unfortunately, a portion of the property they move onto is cursed by a Native American legend, bringing back the corpse of whatever is buried there as a vicious, malevolent shell of the living thing it once was. When tragedy strikes, Louis is pushed to the brink in an effort to keep his family whole.
Now, clearly King didn't experience those events exactly, since he's still walking, talking, and dragging the president on Twitter daily. But according to the introduction in the beginning of a new version of Pet Sematary, written in 2000, the famed horror author said his inspiration from the book is actually based on a handful of real-life events. He explained that the idea for a story came to him while he was the writer in residence for his alma mater - the University of Maine - in the late 1970s.
Although he loved living in the rural Northeast with his family, the house they rented was on an extremely busy road. Despite being warned that the road "has used up a lot of animals" by his Judson Crandall-like neighbor, Julio DeSanctis, King found his daughter's cat, Smucky - whose name you might remember seeing on a headstone in the movie - dead on a neighbor's lawn soon after moving in. And to make matters even creepier, DeSanctis told the writer that there actually was a pet cemetery behind the King's home where other children in the area had buried pets they lost to the highway.
But the scariest part of all? King's toddler-aged son made a beeline for the road one day while the family was flying a kite in the yard. Although King was able to catch up to him, the experience made a lasting impression on him. "A part of my mind never escaped from that gruesome what if," he wrote. "I simply took existing elements and threw in that one terrible what if. Put another way, I found myself not just thinking about the unthinkable, but writing it down."
Of course, in the book, the toddler character isn't quite so lucky - Gage Creed goes careening into the busy road next to the family's new home and is struck by a seeding tractor trailer. The reboot actually makes a fairly significant change to that particular twist, but the story remains just as bleak and nightmarish as ever.
The 10 Films That Inspired Jordan Peele’s Us - And Where to Watch Them
Oscar-winning director Jordan Peele very famously cited Rosemary's Baby (1968) and The Stepford Wives (1975) as inspiration for his 2017 social thriller Get Out. So when the trailer for Us first arrived back in December everyone had theories about where the director drew his inspiration.
Peele eventually revealed to Entertainment Weekly that he relied on ten horror classics to build his vision for the Tethered. "For my second feature, I wanted to create a monster mythology," Peele explained. "I wanted to do something that was more firmly in the horror genre but still held on to my love of movies that are twisted but fun."
If you've seen Us, you know the twist lies in the fact that - major spoiler incoming - Adelaide is actually one of the Tethered, a group of mute clones designed by the government to control the masses. But since the film's record-breaking opening weekend, many viewers have expressed an interest in delving deeper into the meaning behind the eerie doppelgängers and the film as the whole. Luckily, by revealing this list to the masses, Peele has given us an opportunity to do just that! So, let's countdown the top 10 films that inspired Us, and see if we can draw a connection to the film's mind-bending plot.
Please be advised not only do spoilers lie ahead, but also most of these movies are for mature audiences (NSFW).
After All This Time, I'm Still Jealous of Aly & AJ's Cute Sisterly Bond
Aly & AJ are back with new music, and my Disney Channel heart has never been happier. The sisters - Alyson Michalka, 30, and AJ Michalka, 27 - first rose to fame with pop hits like "Rush" and "Potential Breakup Song" in the early 2000s, but have since reinvented themselves with their '80s-inspired album, Ten Years. While their music has certainly evolved over the years, one thing that has remained is their sisterly bond. Whether their showing off their sweet harmonies on stage or they're hugging it out on the red carpet, it's clear that Aly & AJ are more than sisters -q they're best friends. See their cutest moments ahead!
Lea Michele Knows How to Work the Camera, and These Sexy Pictures Prove It
Lea Michele's incredible voice isn't the only thing that leaves us breathless. The 32-year-old actress and singer loves to show off her stunning figure. Can you blame her? She looks amazing! Whether the former Glee star is hitting the red carpet in a high-slit dress or posting a sexy bikini snap on social media, she always knows how to work the camera. Grab a fan and get ready to look through some of her hottest snaps ahead.
Related: These Bikini Pictures of Lea Michele Are Guaranteed to Fill You With Glee
The 20 Best New Books to Read in April
Whether you live in a place that has luckily shed the icy chill of Winter or you're still spending your days in cozy sweaters, we have a whole lot of amazing new books to keep you company this Spring. Ahead, you'll find 20 April releases that will have you turning pages long past your bedtime - from touching memoirs to love stories to bone-chilling thrillers. April showers or not, all of these incredible books are guaranteed to keep you entertained until May.
The Internet Has a Hankerin' For Lil Nas X and Billy Ray Cyrus's "Old Town Road" Remix
Howdy, partner! I reckon you've heard Lil Nas X's remix of his hit "Old Town Road" featuring Billy Ray Cyrus. And if you haven't, you better yee-haw your way to updating your playlist because this one is a banger. The 19-year-old rapper and 57-year-old crooner dropped the country-trap tune on Thursday as a follow-up to Lil Nas X's original 2018 hit. The release comes shortly after Billboard decided to remove the song from its Hot 100 Country Songs charts, which was followed by backlash and conversations about race in the country genre.
The remix perfectly combines country vocals and rural lyrics with a trap beat and hip-hop flair. Lil Nas X posted about his excitement over working with Cyrus on Instagram, sharing snapshots of the two posing together. The young artist also shared a video of them in the studio and listening to the final outcome. "You're a light in this world, man. You're gonna shine," Cyrus tells Lil Nas X in the clip. "People are gonna see you from all over the universe."
The song has pretty much taken over Twitter, and fans are going wild over the remix. Not only are they loving the actual sound - again, you need to listen to it - but they're also obsessed with the dynamic between the two artists. "Boy you made Billy come out of retirement for that Old Town Road," one person wrote. "A freshman + a graduate."
This new bop has quite a few people ready to purchase a cowboy hat and boots and embrace the hip-hop/country genre - as we all should (*tips hat*). Listen to the track below before reading some of the most hilarious reactions!
18 Amazing, Well-Hidden Easter Eggs and DC References You Might Have Missed in Shazam!
If there's anything we love in a big superhero film, it's all the sly winks and nods to other films in the franchise (or otherwise) that the cast and crew hide for fans to catch. DC's latest superhero outing, Shazam!, is no different.
The film follows the adventures of Billy Batson (Asher Angel), a mischievous foster kid who is granted powers by the wizard Shazam. Every time he says the wizard's name ("Shazam!"), Billy is transformed into the best version of himself - a tall, muscular, superhero played by Zachary Levi who can shoot lightning bolts from his hands and fly (though that takes some getting used to). He and his superhero-obsessed foster brother Freddy (Jack Dylan Grazer) use Billy's alter-ego to cause pranks, get out of school early, and get up to other mischief. Of course, things can't stay perfect for long, and the big bad - wealthy scientist Dr. Thaddeus Sivana, played by actor Mark Strong - comes through to claim Billy's powers for himself.
Shazam's lighthearted approach is a refreshing break from the bleak, gritty stories found in Batman v Superman and Man of Steel, though the film is filled to the brim with references to the DCEU films that came before it. It also pays homage to some classic films also set in Philadelphia, as well as a ton of references to the character's comic-book mythology. Keep reading for some of the biggest and sweetest Easter eggs in Shazam!.
The Final Table Read For Jane the Virgin Looks as Emotional as We Expected
Jane the Virgin's fifth season is off to an amazing start, and there's already so much to digest. There's the return of Jane's formerly deceased husband Michael, who remembers nothing of his former life - let alone his wife - as well as Jane's relationship with Rafael. Oh, and the seemingly endless schemes of Sin Rostro, aka Rose. There is so much going on in each episode, we almost forgot this is the show's final season. Unfortunately, because this is the last season, it means all the craziness is just building up to the end of Jane the Virgin. And as hard as that is to process as a fan, it's only harder for the cast themselves.
On Wednesday, April 3, the cast and crew of the series took to social media to express their bittersweet feelings about the series' last-ever table read. Showrunner Jennie Urman shared her thoughts with fans on Twitter, writing, "No big deal: just the last table read of #JanetheVirgin ever today!" The three crying emojis she added to her caption really emphasized the sadness, we must say.
No big deal: just the last table read of #JanetheVirgin ever today! 😭😭😭
- Jennie Urman (@JennieUrman) April 3, 2019
Actors Justin Baldoni, Yael Grobglas, and Andrea Navedo (who play Rafael, Petra, and Xiomara, respectively) took to Instagram to share their thoughts, each one taking the time to express their thanks to the fans for making the beloved show the hit it is.
"Ends are always hard. We've grown up together," Baldoni captioned a photo of himself with Grobglas and Gina Rodriguez. "It's the end of an era but the beginning of so many incredible things. Our show has given birth to so much beauty in all of our lives. So many tears. But they are tears of gratitude."
Jane the Virgin's very own Latin Lover Narrator, Anthony Mendez, also joined in, posting a video on what he called, "Woe And Wepa Wednesday." Whew, we're getting a little teary-eyed ourselves, and there's still several more episodes of season five to go! Watch the emotional tributes ahead, but don't fret too much - we still have the rest of season five and a whole spinoff to look forward to!
Nothing to See Here, Just the Most Cutting-Edge Celebrity Hair Transformations of 2019
There's nothing more liberating than getting a fresh haircut, and these celebrities know that all too well. So far this year, celebrities have graced us with such hot hair looks that we can't stop saving them to every Pinterest board and Instagram folder we have. Charlize Theron snipped her hair the day of (!) the 2019 Oscars, showing us that the time is always right to take to the scissors. Gabrielle Union (literally) turned heads at the 2019 Vanity Fair afterparty with her cutting-edge pixie, and to say we were star-struck is an understatement. From red-hot hues to lengthy cuts, these celebs changed their locks and their looks with these tantalizing hair color and cut transformations.
As Coco Chanel once said, "A woman who cuts her hair is about to change her life," and she was exactly right.
17 Cloud Makeup Photos That Prove It's the Most Magical Beauty Trend to Sweep the Internet
Maybe you're searching for cloud makeup because you saw it floating around the internet and you need some eye-catching beauty inspiration for weekend one of Coachella. Maybe you're scrolling through examples because its color schemes remind you of Lisa Frank stickers. Regardless of the reason, we get why the illustrations of fluffy cotton-candy-like clouds strewn across your face has become a beauty trend: it's artistic, dreamy, and down-right captivating.
We first saw the trend last year, as influencers posted video tutorials on their takes of how to create the look, and to do so is simple: the eye shadow look is comprised of one or multiple fluffy clouds, often painted in dreamy color schemes and surrounded with painted-on stars, sparkles, and thunderbolts. (If you need help on choosing your colors, a quick Pinterest search of "Cloud Color Palettes" yields the most enchanting results.) Cloud makeup can be whatever you want it to be - from a few feathery sweeps of iridescent, white shadow, to fully-illustrated three-dimensional cumulus - and it all starts with a fluffy eye shadow brush, your favorite eye palettes, and, if you'd like, a few jars of fine glitter.
The trend is resurfacing just in time for festival season as brands are coming out with the brightest, most shimmery palettes for every look (for example, Nyx has released its Glitter Goals collection, which will add some twinkle to your lids, and Smith and Cult now has pots of six otherworldly hues and go on in big, shimmery, holographic chunks that will catch light even through nighttime performances), while makeup artists on Instagram are looking to newly launched Anastasia Beverly Hills Riviera Palette to paint their faces.
Ahead, check out 17 examples of the beauty trend (and 17 reasons to keep your head in the clouds).
This Spring, Shop the Top Trend in Nail Polish on Amazon
When it comes to our manicures, we're big believers in having a little fun and trying playful, cool, trend-focused colors. And this season, it's all about pastels. From soft blues to pretty pinks and cool greens, these are the colors we've seen all over Instagram, and they look gorgeous on so many different skin tones. And all these colors are on Amazon, which means your next manicure is only two days away.
Get Your Summer Manicure Ready With These 11 Neon Nail Polishes From Amazon
Painting our nails is one of our favorite forms of self-care. This season, it's all about neon colors, and we couldn't be happier. It's such a fun trend to try out, and painting your nails is a low-risk, high-reward way to experiment with different shades. Whether you're into shocking pink or bright blue, there's a polish that was made for you. As a bonus, all these picks are on Amazon.
Related: Looking to Clean Up Your Nail Routine? These 11 Polishes Are All 7-Free
We Found Healthy AND Tasty Trader Joe's Snacks, So Please Excuse Us While We Fill Up Our Carts
Clear out your shopping carts and make room for these health-conscious snacks from Trader Joe's. As if we didn't already love TJ's enough, its snacking options are healthy, easy, and oh so affordable. Whether your taste buds prefer chocolates or veggies, these low-cal, protein- and fiber-packed nibbles will satisfy all of your midday cravings.
So make as much room as you can in your snack drawer because, trust us, you'll need it.
- With Jenny Sugar, Lauren Breedlove, and Erin Cullum
Thinking of Going on Low-Estrogen Birth Control Pills? Here's What You Need to Know
With so many birth control options available for women, finding the right fit for you can be overwhelming. Should I go with an IUD? The implant? What about the dozens of birth control pills on the market? One form of birth control that has been gaining interest is low-estrogen birth control pills. With a lower dose of estrogen than other birth control pills, these pills are supposed to give you shorter periods and have fewer hormonal interactions.
But is this option the right fit for you? We spoke with Lakeisha Richardson, MD, board-certified ob-gyn and paid consultant of Allergan, who broke down what exactly low-estrogen birth control is and why it might be the right fit for you.
What Are Low-Estrogen Birth Control Pills?
Combination birth control pills are oral contraceptives that contain the hormones estrogen and progestin. Birth control pills on the market range in how much estrogen is in them; they can contain 10 micrograms (mcg), 20 mcg, 25 mcg, 30 mcg, 35 mcg, or 50 mcg of daily estrogen. Dr. Richardson said combination oral contraceptives are effective for pregnancy prevention when taken correctly and consistently; that is, taken at the same time every day and not in conjunction with certain medications, including some antibiotics. There are other complications that can interfere with birth control's effectiveness, including not storing the pill properly and having a digestive disorder.
Low-estrogen birth control pills are pills that contain 10-30 mcg of daily estrogen. One example is Lo Loestrin Fe, which has 10 mcg of daily estrogen. Dr. Richardson said Lo Loestrin Fe may give women shorter, lighter periods, some as little as two days.
What Are the Side Effects of Low-Estrogen Birth Control Pills?
Even though low-estrogen pills have less estrogen than other birth control pills on the market, the side effects are similar: nausea/vomiting, headaches, spotting or bleeding between menstrual periods, weight change, breast tenderness, acne, abdominal pain, anxiety, and depression. Like other higher-dose estrogen pills, low-estrogen birth control pills can also increase the risk of blood clots, stroke, and heart attack. It's best to talk to your doctor to assess your risk factors, especially if you smoke cigarettes and are over the age of 35, Dr. Richardson advised.
Who Are Low-Estrogen Birth Control Pills Good For?
It's not just the physical and potentially dangerous side effects associated with combination pills that can wreak havoc on your quality of life; there are other negative symptoms people may experience from hormonal birth control. Some of them include wild mood swings, a decreased sex drive, and heavy bleeding and cramping. Unfortunately, every person is different, so there's no way to predict how you will react to different types of hormonal birth control; it may take some trial-and-error.
"Estrogen levels affect women's bodies differently, so women should work through the option that is appropriate for them with their healthcare providers," Dr. Richardson advised. If you haven't had success on a higher-dose estrogen pill previously, a low-estrogen option may be a better fit. These pills could also be a good option for people who want shorter, lighter periods, but they may not be good for everyone; Dr. Richardson said to talk to your doctor about low-estrogen birth control if you are moderately obese.
What Should You Ask Your Doctor Before Getting on Low-Estrogen Birth Control?
OK, so you're interested in getting on low-estrogen birth control. But what comes next? You need to visit your doctor and have a thorough discussion before choosing the best contraception for you. According to Dr. Richardson, be sure you ask some key questions such as:
- Do I have any risks factors that increase my risk of complications if I use an oral contraceptive for birth control?
- What side effects should I expect? And what should I do if I do experience side effects?
- Will oral contraceptives interfere with any of my current medications or medical illness?
- How soon can I start an oral contraceptive?
- Do I have to take it at the same time every day?
- How effective are oral contraceptives?
- Is there anything I should or should not do while taking oral contraceptives?
- Is there anything I can do to make oral contraceptives more effective?
Bottom line: low-estrogen birth control, such as Lo Loestrin Fe, may be a good option for you, but you need to work that out with your doctor first. Bookmark this article and come equipped to your next doctor appointment with the right knowledge and to-the-point questions to ask.
In a Boss Move, Beyoncé Reportedly Declined to Work With Reebok Due to Diversity Issues
On Thursday, news broke that Beyoncé closed a sweet deal to collaborate with Adidas and relaunch her activewear line, Ivy Park. But apparently, that wasn't the only athletic wear company that was on Bey's radar. In Friday's episode of ESPN's NBA show The Jump, writer Nick DePaula remembered a meeting the "Run the World" singer had with Reebok. They explored the idea of working together, but there was reportedly one thing that didn't sit well with Beyoncé.
"They had a whole presentation of everything, potential products, how this could all look," Nick recalled. "And she took a step back and said, 'Is this the team that will be working on my product?' and somebody said, 'Yes,' and she said, 'Nobody in this room reflects my background, my skin color, where I'm from, and what I want to do.' So, she took a step back and left."
Reebok has since disputed the claim, but the important takeaway from the reported anecdote is that it's so important for companies to review their hiring processes as well as the backgrounds of those who are in positions to make major decisions. If a business wants to broaden their reach and provide a service or product to a heterogeneous consumer base, it's incredibly vital to have people who reflect the real world, which is full of diverse stories and narratives. But I digress.
Naturally, the Beyhive - and anyone who appreciates celebrities who practice what they preach - has been buzzing, and conversations about representation in large corporations have taken over Twitter (along with some hilarious memes). Read on to see some of the best reactions to Bey's power move!
Movie Nights Won't Be the Same Now That You Have These 6 Low-Carb Popcorns
When we think of yummy salty snacks, popcorn is at the top of our favorites list. It's so addictive and a generally healthy snacking option that still feels indulgent. It's delicious on its own, but also tastes so great with everything from chili salt to M&M's. If you're trying to follow a low-carb eating plan, we've got you covered with these six delicious options. Now, when's our next movie night?
Dinner Will Never Be the Same After You've Tried This Bestselling, Low-Carb Pasta
I love pasta. I could eat it for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. But when I'm trying to watch my carbohydrate intake, Italian dinners are some of the first to go. If you've been on Instagram lately, you've likely seen fitness influencers post gorgeous pasta pics; they're downright mouthwatering. While the sauces are scrumptious, I was curious about the actual pasta being used, and it turns out, it's not traditional noodles at all. Palmini ($7) is a pasta alternative made of hearts of palm, and it gained recognition on Shark Tank. Available on Amazon, there's only four ingredients in Palmini: water, salt, hearts of palm, and fumaric acid. Plus, it's only got 20 calories and four grams of carbs per serving; no wonder it's a bestseller.
There are two ways to cook Palmini; some people like it simply drained in water, while others like to soak it in milk. This is a personal preference, and while I personally prefer it drained, it is up to you to decide what speaks to your taste buds. The best part of this pasta is that it doesn't taste rubbery, and it's a perfect vehicle for sauces. Whether you love cacio e pepe, pesto, vodka sauce, or even pad thai, now you can make them all and still live a healthy, low-carb lifestyle. Now the only question is, which one are you whipping up first?
RunDisney Announced a 5K Series Celebrating 80 Years of Marvel, and Where's Our Cape?
Grab your running shoes, because RunDisney just announced three races celebrating Marvel's 80th anniversary! Starting in June, RunDisney will host one virtual 5K each month through the end of Summer. That means no booking a flight to Walt Disney World (unless you want to!) or waking up at 3 a.m. to make your start time inside the park. You can even break up the distance to fit your schedule or fitness level. However you complete the race, you'll feel stronger than ever at the end.
If you finish all three 5K races - each themed after one of Marvel's iconic superheroes - you'll be eligible for the RunDisney Virtual Challenge and be awarded an exclusive finisher's medal at the end of the series. Individual races ($40) and the challenge ($145) are on sale now through June 29, 2019, on the RunDisney website.
Click through for more details on each race, including a sneak peek of the Instagram-worthy medals.
If You're Pregnant or New to Fitness, Kayla Itsines Has a Modified Workout You Can Try
Sweat app trainer and BBG creator Kayla Itsines has been modifying her workouts as her pregnancy progresses (she's expecting a baby girl next month!). She makes sure to clarify to her 11 million Instagram followers that she gets clearance from her doctor to continue exercises and told POPSUGAR in a previous interview that she cuts out ab moves completely. Instead, she focuses on full-body workouts and uses light weights. Kayla may be making adjustments (as she should), but she's still banging out sweat sessions like nobody's business.
Now 35 weeks pregnant, Kayla posted a circuit on her Instagram feed that she says is suitable for pregnant women and people new to fitness. "So today I completed a 28-minute, modified BBG workout with BREAKS in between each lap," Kayla wrote. "It's so important to listen to your body and learn to [recognize] the difference between PUSHING yourself and OVER EXERTING yourself. Go at your OWN pace." She completed the following six moves with breaks in between each round:
- Modified burpees with elevated knee push-ups
- Standing alternating toe touches
- Weighted squat press
- Bent-over rows
- Lateral to front arm raises
- Hammer curls
"This is the only time she sleeps," the trainer wrote of her baby girl. "If I sit still she goes crazy!" Keep up the amazing work, Kayla!
Related: Work Your Entire Body in 14 Minutes With This Trainer's 4-Move Strengthening Circuit
This Is the Exercise Your Workout Is Missing (but You Really Need) For Strong Shoulders
It's easy to get caught up at the gym only focusing on exercises that give you the most bang for your buck, such as compound exercises - multijoint movements, like a squat, that work groups of large muscles. Not only will they target more muscle groups, they're great for days when you're short on time and if you're trying to burn more fat and calories. You should definitely incorporate compound exercises into your workouts, but you've also got to counterbalance those movements with accessory work.
What exactly is accessory work? Every trainer will give you a different definition, but essentially it's doing exercises that tune up your body and ensure that all the little muscles are taken care of in order to train at an intense level. One accessory move that I was neglecting for a while, but have begun to implement into my workout routine, is the shoulder external rotation. It's no clapping push-up or pull-up, but it will help prevent shoulder injury by strengthening the muscles of your rotator cuffs: the supraspinatus, infraspinatus, teres minor, and subscapularis.
This move may seem boring, but it's important to strengthen those muscles in order to do upper-body exercises that require lots of intensity and load. I like to do this move toward the end of my workouts. For example, I'd do a triset consisting of dumbbell walking lunges, a plank with alternating rows, and a set of the shoulder external rotations to finish off. If your goal is to get stronger and stay injury-free, definitely add this move into your routine.
How to Do a Shoulder External Rotation
- Start seated on a bench with a 2.5- to five-pound dumbbell or plate in your right hand. The weight does not need to be heavy for this exercise.
- Bend your right leg, placing your right foot on top of the bench. Your left foot should be on the ground.
- Bend your right elbow so that it makes a 90-degree angle at the joint and place it on your VMO, aka the inner muscle of your right knee. Be sure to keep your elbow in this position the entire time. Make sure to sit up straight.
- With control, begin to raise your forearm until it's parallel with your shoulder. This is an external rotation. With control, lower back down to your starting position.
- Complete one set of 10 reps on each arm.
Here's How Much a Bar Method Class Will Cost You in 2019 - and Why It Should Be on Your List
Barre workouts are well-loved across the board. They provide an amazing workout - as long as you do the class right. One of the studios that will give you a top-notch barre experience is The Bar Method. The US and Canadian chain of barre studios will leave you feeling powerful, rejuvenated, and completely centered. And the classes - while intense and not at all easy - will give you long lean muscles as well. If you haven't yet tried a class at The Bar Method, we've pulled together everything you need to know before you go, including the cost of admission.
What Is The Bar Method?
The Bar Method is a way of stretching and working your muscles to reshape and tone your entire body. The tiny isometric movements will provide big results if you're a regular in these classes. Truly, barre will whip your muscles into dancer's shape if you commit to it - we're talking sculpted arms, a firm butt, and lean legs.
What Is a Typical Bar Method Class Like?
Each Bar Method class follows a very similar sequence, because the creators believe in working your muscles in a specific order. The class starts with a warmup, then upper body exercises. You'll then move to the barre to work your legs and butt and to the floor to work your core. Like any other barre class, you push your muscles in tiny movements. You'll also use things like a ball and weights to make the workout more challenging. The whole class is set to a soundtrack to get you really moving and grooving to the beat.
How Much Do Bar Method Classes Cost?
The Bar Method has more than 100 studios across the US and Canada. Prices obviously vary by market, as do the deals. Some places offer discounts to students, while others offer discounted packages, with a varying number of classes. To give you an idea on price, one class in San Francisco is $29, while a 10-class pack is $230; a month of unlimited classes will cost you $280. In New York, those same offers creep up to $38, $320, and $400, respectively. Florida classes come in a little cheaper than those on the West Coast - one class in Tampa is $26 and a 10-class pack is $180. You can find your local studio, as well as class prices, on the Bar Method website.
What Else Do I Need to Know?
There are several things to know before your first barre class that apply here. If you've never tried barre before, don't be intimidated. The class will be tough, but you can always go at your own pace. We also always recommend barre socks for a barre class.
Strengthen Your Muscles With This Full-Body Workout - Plus, It'll Save You Time at the Gym
In my opinion, taking time for yourself to work out is one of the best forms of self-care. Instead of letting stress creep up as you scan the gym to figure out which machines are free and if you can snag a squat rack, I recommend coming in with a plan. Whether you're following a four-week workout plan or showing up already knowing what you're going to do for the day, preparation makes your workouts a lot smoother.
If you have no idea what to do at the gym, and aren't sure if doing 10 squat variations in one day is OK (hint: don't do it), I've got you covered. Instead of doing every squat known to man, try this eight-move full-body workout. You'll be working your shoulders, biceps, back, glutes, quads, and abs, and it shouldn't take more than 45 minutes to do.
The 45-Minute Full-Body Gym Workout
Equipment needed: two sets of dumbbells; one set should be medium/heavy and the second set should be light. This guide will help you choose the right weight. You'll also need a stability ball. Once you've gathered your equipment, it's time to get started.
To help you save time, this workout should be performed in supersets, meaning you should take little to no rest in between each exercise. For example, you'll do a set of the overhead squat press and immediately transition to bicep curls. Then, you'll go back to the squats until you've completed the listed sets.
- Superset 1, exercise 1: overhead squat press: four sets of 12 reps
- Superset 1, exercise 2: bicep curl: four sets of 12 reps (each arm)
- Superset 2, exercise 1: single-leg bridge: four sets of 12 reps (each leg)
- Superset 2, exercise 2: single-arm row: four sets of 12 reps
- Superset 3, exercise 1: step up: four sets of 10 reps (each leg)
- Superset 3, exercise 2: lateral raise: four sets of 10 reps
- Stir the pot: two sets of 10 reps each direction
- Bird dog: two sets of 10 reps
If Your Goal is to Lose Body Fat, 3 Beachbody Experts Share 10 Must-Follow Tips
Serious about losing fat but you don't know where to begin? We asked three Beachbody experts to share their top tips. You'll read fitness tips from Beachbody supertrainer and creator of LIIFT4 Joel Freeman. We also tapped registered dietitian Ilana Muhlstein, MS, creator of Beachbody's 2B Mindset nutrition program, for her tips on what and how to eat. And of course, we had to get insight from Beachbody supertrainer Autumn Calabrese, creator of 80 Day Obsession, for her tips on exercise and diet. Start incorporating these tips today, so you can start seeing results.
100 Mother-Daughter Tattoo Ideas to Show Mom How Much You Care
Your mom is one of your very best friends - sure, you got in little squabbles over SOs and eye makeup when you were 13, but years later, you couldn't be closer. You're so thankful for the lady who brought you into this world, and nothing compares to the bond you have with her. To seal your appreciation for each other, you've decided to get matching ink. Congrats! Here are 100 ideas to fuel your mother-daughter tattoo inspiration . . . because there's no one you love more.
- Additional reporting by Ashley Paige
Watch This Amazing Game of Thrones Fountain Show to See the Night King Go Up in Flames
Someone call Daenerys, because a familiar blue-fire-breathing dragon has taken over the Bellagio in Las Vegas, and he isn't alone.
As part of the excitement leading up to the season eight premiere of Game of Thrones, HBO and water feature company WET Design have partnered to create a three-and-a-half-minute light and water spectacular. Even more exciting? One of our favorite villains is the star: the Night King!
"The Bellagio fountain is iconic," Game of Thrones composer Ramin Djawadi told the Associated Press. "It's known around the world, and so is Game of Thrones, so I think putting them together and seeing the music choreographed to a fountain like that is quite the spectacle."
The show starts out with tranquil music, scored by Djawadi, and soft blue lights to mimic the blizzards and cold of the long winter. Soon enough, though, the show's custom score transitions into the familiar climactic Game of Thrones theme song and Viserion swoops in to steal the show. "You'll feel and you'll see the shadows of those dragons, and then at the end when the dragon incinerates the ice wall, it catches our lake," Mark Fuller, CEO of WET Design, said in a press release video. "And, if you thought maybe water didn't burn, oh my gosh - you've got to see what this dragon does to the lake of the Bellagio."
As part of HBO's #ForTheThrone initiative, the show is complete with pyrotechnics, colorful lights, and shadow-like projections of both Viserion - Daenerys's dragon-turned-White Walker - and the Night King as he marches forward through the flames of battle (and possibly toward Casterly Rock). The most interesting detail? If the end of the fountain show is anything to go by, it looks like the fight for the throne is going to go down in flames.
The limited-run event will be on display twice nightly at the Bellagio at 8 p.m. and 9:30 p.m. now through April 13. Check out photos and a video of the entire flame-fueled fountain show below.
Want the Best Deal on Airfare This Year? Here’s Exactly When to Book
Getting a great deal on airfare is easier said than done. It takes planning and usually a little bit of luck, but this year, we have some solid information to go off of. A new study from CheapAir.com said that the cheapest airline tickets are available 76 days before departure. That's a longer lead time than in years past: last year, the annual study found it was 70 days ahead, and before that, 54 days.
In addition to buying approximately two-and-a-half months ahead, travelers who want to score the best deal should also plan to fly midweek. Tuesday - followed closely by Wednesday - is the cheapest day to fly, according to the analysis of 917 million airfares in more than 8,000 markets. The worst day to fly is Sunday, followed by Friday. According to CheapAir's data, traveling on a Tuesday rather than a Sunday saves an average of $79. But the day of the week you actually buy your ticket doesn't matter.
You also need to consider the season you're traveling. If you want to get the cheapest domestic fare, travel during Fall, when the average domestic fare is $342 (and book 69 days in advance). Springtime travel is the next best deal, averaging $354 for domestic fare (book 84 days in advance), followed by Summer at $365 (book 99 days in advance), and finally Winter at $433 (you have all those Christmas travelers to thank for that!). For Winter trips, plan to book 94 days in advance.
Overall, CheapAir.com said the "prime booking window" is 20 to 115 days in advance. However, for travelers who want to get the best seat options - and of course ensure they have a ticket! - shelling out a little extra cash might be worth it. But do your best to avoid a tight time frame. Booking two weeks in advance or less will likely result in you paying an extra $135 to $220 on your ticket.
11 Signs That You're Being Taken For Granted in Your Relationship
A solid relationship calls for mutual appreciation and respect. If one person is putting in all the work while the other sits back and takes without giving anything in return, it could mean serious trouble ahead. It's only natural for the partner who's feeling undervalued to gain resentment and animosity, as people want to feel appreciated and cared for when in a relationship. But there are plenty of signs that that's not the case.
Your partner can show they're taking you for granted in subtle ways, which might be hard to miss if you're very infatuated or in love with them. If that's the case, you might try to deny that these things are happening or focus only on the good in order to settle with the bad. But nobody should have to settle, ever. If you think your partner might not be reciprocating your feelings or gestures, it's time to stand up. Look to these signs if you're unsure.
Accidentally Archive an Email in Gmail? Here's How to Find It
After Gmail upgraded its look last year, accidentally archiving emails became a bit of a theme for a lot of people. And if you're one of them, you've probably asked yourself, "Where the heck did they go?!," more than once. But don't worry, those emails are still there and easy to find - all it takes is a quick change to your settings.
The first thing to note is that an archived email is simply an email with the label "Inbox" removed and no other label placed on it. If you intend to get rid of an email forever by labeling it "Trash," it will eventually be deleted for good after 30 days. The same is true for emails in the "Spam" folder.
To search for an archived, or unlabeled, email that you might not know the subject or sender of, click the gray cog in the upper right-hand corner of your Gmail home screen and select "Settings." Once there, click the Labels tabs. Near the top, under "System Labels," you'll see a label called "All Mail." The default for "All Mail" is set to "hide," so click on "show" so that you can see it in your inbox. If you also want to see it on a mobile device that you have synced, make sure the "Show in IMAP" box is checked.
Now you can navigate back to your inbox and search in the "All Mail" tab for whatever it is you're looking for. Once you find what you need, you can select the option "Move to Inbox" to un-archive the message, place it in another labeled folder, send it to "Trash" to eventually be deleted, or leave it stored in the archive for viewing at a later date.
If you know what you're looking for, perhaps by knowing the subject or sender of the archived email, it becomes much easier to find. You can just search for the email address or the key terms from the subject line in your Gmail search bar, because all archived messages remain indexed in your email account.
I Had Sex Every Day For a Week, and This Is What I Learned
My relationship with sex has slowly evolved over the past 10 or so years. Before that, I just did what someone else wanted regardless of how I felt about it, which was soul-sucking and traumatic at the very least. Now that I have asserted complete ownership over my body, what I do with it, and who I do it with, I decided to take on an experiment of having sex every day for a week. I considered trying it for a month, but conflicting and busy schedules would have made it impossible.
Having sex for a week seems like a simple activity that wouldn't require much effort, but I was surprised by what I discovered as we pushed toward the end of the week. Keep reading for a full breakdown of what I learned.
Day 1
No problems here. It was the first day, and we were ready to take on the challenge. On day one, I didn't learn much beyond the fact that sex is fun and so are sex challenges.
Day 2
Some discussion happened on the night before day two that went a little like this: "So, what time do you want to have sex tomorrow? Oh, after dinner sounds great." There was still excitement there, but it didn't feel as spontaneous as the first day. Because it wasn't. Day two taught me that it's absolutely OK to schedule sex, especially if you have busy lives. It's better to schedule sex than not have it at all.
Day 3
"So I guess we need to do this thing. You ready?" Everyone undresses anticlimactically and climbs into bed, but we spent a good amount of time cuddling, stopping, going, watching a movie that was extremely interrupted, and connecting with each other. I learned on day three that intimacy and connection can be just as or even more powerful than the actual act of sex. When we connected and slowed down, even without all the frills of the "chase," we wanted each other just as much, while stripping away all of the extra to-dos that can often accompany the rituals of sex.
Day 4
It's amazing how quickly the excitement fizzles when you start having sex because you're accepting a challenge as opposed to it feeling like a spontaneous, hot event. We got lazy this night and brought out some toys to ensure a climax with the least amount of effort on our part. We lasted around 10 minutes. Good times.
Day four taught me the value of perseverance . . . just kidding. Day four showed me that it's easy to lose some of the eroticism with your partner when you stop trying. As with any relationship, there's often a fine balance between eroticism and security. If you lean too far one way, you can lose some of the other. We decided we needed to up our game if we wanted to keep this fun rather than a chore. Sex feeling like a chore can eventually lead to resentments and damage to the relationship, not necessarily during a one-week challenge but if it's a continuous experience.
Day 5
I was shocked by how unexciting and unappealing having sex sounded by this point. I thought I loved sex! I know I love sex. I thought I loved my partner! I know I love my partner. What the heck was going on? We decided to get a little more creative here, otherwise it wasn't going to happen. I wore my laciest black panties, sent a few risque photographs throughout the day, and walked in on my partner getting settled after a long day of work wearing nothing but those little lacies. Then I climbed on their lap and told them exactly where I wanted their hands and mouth. Needless to say, day five injected a little of that spark back into something that had turned monotonous as opposed to passionate.
I learned the power of my voice on day five. As someone who struggles to assertively say what they want, this was great practice for advocating for my own wants and needs. It was surprising to my partner as well, which added some heat to the potentially lukewarm hump-day of this one-week challenge (pun intended). It's definitely a turn-on - and very helpful - when you or your partner voice exactly what you want when having sex and even when you're not.
Day 6
I left day six up to my partner. I had taken the reins the day before, and now it was their turn. Restraints and some spanking might have been involved - with consent, of course. And the growl of wanting had returned. We were approaching the end of the challenge, and there was a tiny bit of relief in that. Sex is fun. A lot of sex is fun. But there's something to be said for being a little less available. I want to be able to voice when I want to have sex with my partner, and I love when they reciprocate. But committing to a challenge like this feels like it takes away some of that power to say, "Not today" (we would absolutely say, "Not today," if we felt uncomfortable with it for any reason), which takes away some of the passion in the experience.
Day 7
Our schedules had caught up with us at this point. We both had engagements that night and wouldn't be seeing each other. As we took a drive during our lunch break together, I was surprised to see the car pulling around behind the back of a building right in the middle of the city. "What are we doing?" I asked. A hand slipped inside the front of my pants in response.
Sex can be such an empowering experience. It's been a long road of healing and recovery on my sexual journey, but I wouldn't have learned what I've learned along the way without those experiences. I've learned that my voice matters, that I can advocate for my needs, that I can say no, that I can initiate sex, and that intimacy and connection don't have to be a scary place to be.
Here's Your Ideal Wedding Style, According to Your Zodiac Sign
The days of cookie-cutter weddings are over. For the modern couple, weddings are the perfect opportunity to showcase your personality and taste, and when it comes to determining your ideal wedding style, your zodiac sign can help. Astrology has a big say in your design style and preferences, and depending on the time of your birth, your dream wedding celebration may be in a barn, a garden, or an opulent ballroom. Whether your style is more burlap tablecloths or Chiavari chairs, check out the gallery to see what kind of celebration you may be best suited for.
Yep, There's a Limit to How Many Instagram Stories You Can Post in 1 Day
Who doesn't love a good Instagram Story? Rather than posting one picture, you can literally document your entire day. Plus, you can see who's checking you out (and vice-versa, unfortunately). Like Snapchat, Instagram Stories now come complete with filters, GIFs, stickers, backgrounds, fonts, and more, and are a less permanent way of keeping your followers up to date on your daily activities.
While posting a few here and there is great, have you ever gotten annoyed or overwhelmed when someone you follow posts what seems to be 50+ in a row? And that got us thinking - is there even a limit to how many Instagram Stories you can post in one day (and with music festival season coming up, man, we hope so)? Well, one guy actually put it to the test, and now we have an answer.
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Mashable writer Raymond Wong posted a slew of Stories in one day while visiting Japan, but noticed that after about three hours, they started to disappear on him. And that's when he realized there's a limit to the amount of Stories you can post. "It turns out that 100 clips is the maximum number of clips that can be posted to Instagram Stories within 24 hours," he wrote. "Post more and it deletes the ones from earlier. I literally had to manually tap on my screen and count the number of clips Instagram Stories allowed to figure this out."
Wong reached out to confirm with Instagram that his theory is correct. "Instagram has confirmed to Mashable that 100 clips (photos or videos) is indeed the maximum number of Instagram Stories that can be posted at one time," he said. While we're not sure we'd ever hit that number in just one day (OK, we definitely would if we were going to a music festival), we're at least glad to know that the limit does exist.
In News That Just Changed My Life, You Can Add People to an iPhone Note So Everyone Can Edit It
iPhones have so many cool features that it's sometimes hard to keep up with them all. Some are obvious while others are hidden (seriously, can they just give out a full hack manual when you buy the phone?!), and one you might not know about is the ability to share notes with friends. By opening a new note on an iPhone and sharing it with people of your choosing, they'll not only be able to view your note, but also edit and update, all in real time.
There are many ways sharing notes can be useful and beneficial for you and your friends and family. One way my husband and I use shared notes is with our grocery list, so we both edit and update the grocery list as we remember things. You can also do it for packing lists, playlists, or anything else you want!
If you'd like to start sharing notes, the first thing you'll want to do is open your Notes app on your iPhone and select the note you would like to share. The rest of the steps are so easy, so keep reading for a full breakdown.
Paw Patrol Is on a Roll, and These Themed Cakes Are Ready For Action - Birthday Party Action!
"Paw Patrol is on a roll!" If you have a kiddo who wishes they lived in Adventure Bay with six dogs and a best friend named Ryder, it may be time to expand their love of Paw Patrol by channeling the theme into their next birthday celebration. If you want to throw your child a Paw Patrol birthday party, you're going to need a seriously awesome cake to go with the theme that highlights Skye, Chase, Zuma, Rubble, Rocky, Marshall, and the rest of the Adventure Bay gang.
Ahead, find some of the cutest Paw Patrol birthday cake ideas that are "on the case" to make your child's next birthday pup-tastic.
There Seems to Be Overwhelming Evidence That Iron Man Will Die in Avengers: Endgame
The end really is upon us, isn't it? With just mere weeks to go until the arrival of Avengers: Endgame, we're pulling our hair out with impatience and wild anticipation. Now, we've got a few full trailers. We've cried our eyes out. We've pulled out our magnifying glasses. We've crafted some theories. Everything! But of course, we always have and always will return to the same question: who is going to die?
I mean, it's got to be an inevitability at this point, right? You can't take on one of the most malicious villains in the entire universe and expect everything to be peachy keen. Even if you discount the people who were "dusted" in Infinity War (something that will surely be undone), there were still some pretty gnarly deaths including Loki, Gamora, and Heimdall. We're only expecting the casualty count to rise as the Avengers attempt to take on Thanos again. And when it comes to a permanent goodbye, there's one character who's really seeming like the odd man out: Iron Man aka Tony Stark.
As you all know, Iron Man does not die in Infinity War, but Thanos basically leaves him gravely wounded and stranded in space. He may have survived the snap, but he's still mortal, folks. Even the first trailer Marvel shared sets up a rather bleak scene in which he says goodbye to his love, Pepper Potts. In a more recent "special look," Tony seems to have made it back to earth safely, but later appears to be facing off with Thanos all by himself surrounded by charred wreckage.
Logistically, it does make sense for Iron Man to go. The end of Endgame may very well launch Marvel in an entirely new phase with new heroes. Iron Man 4 has not been confirmed, and Robert Downey Jr. has spoken in the past (albeit a while ago) about turning in his helmet for good. So, maybe this is it. As the leader of the Avengers, his loss would be one of the most devastating.
On top of just plain logistical speculating, there's an entirely different elephant in the room to consider, one that seems to have everything and nothing to do with Avengers: Endgame: we're talking about Spider-Man: Far From Home, which hits theaters this Summer. The release of the trailer has certainly had us all scratching our heads. Peter Parker, who gets dusted in Infinity War, is alive and well and surprisingly well-adjusted. It's murky territory; we don't know if the film takes place before or after the events of Infinity War, but there's one glaring issue that's evident, regardless of timing: Stark isn't around as Spidey's mentor.
This brings us right back to the question at hand: is Stark dead in Far From Home? Is this basically a confirmation that he really doesn't survive the final conflict with Thanos? The evidence is piling higher and higher, and we're just crossing our fingers and hoping for the best. But friends, it's not looking good.
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