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.
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Priyanka Chopra's Sexy Date-Night Suit Definitely Doesn't Belong in the Office
You guys, I don't even wear skirt suits to the office. I wear jeans - a hoodie, when I'm feeling extra lazy. But wham! Priyanka Chopra just woke me up. When she stepped out for date night with Nick Jonas at Dan Tana's in West Hollywood, she was wearing a fitted blazer and pencil skirt that hugged her curves and amplified the sex appeal of the whole ensemble. Yes, I know, Nick was in jeans and a tee, LOL. But who cares? I love that Priyanka stays true to her glamorous sense of style no matter where she goes. The actress accessorized her double-breasted, plunging cropped blazer and sage midi with sock boots and a leather top-handle bag. She looked ready for business or pleasure, and frankly, there's no better way to stay prepared. It all starts with the clothes.
Every Question You've Ever Had About the Met Gala, Answered
We don't expect you to know that Vogue editor Anna Wintour has been cochairing the Met Gala since 1999, but you should absolutely know she's the woman behind the annual event, which always falls on the first Monday in May. And you don't need to know exactly how much money the ball raises for the Met's Costume Institute, but you should be aware that behind all the glitz and glamour on the red carpet, there's a curated exhibit for attendees (and eventually you) to enjoy.
But this year, Hollywood's elite won't be the only guests attending this high-profile event. Wintour has decided to open the Met's doors to the public, with tickets starting at $35,000 and tables ranging from a whopping $200,000 to $300,000, according to an article in The Hollywood Reporter. The theme - Camp: Notes on Fashion - explores exaggerated fashion, and will be cohosted by A-list stars including Serena Williams, Lady Gaga, and Harry Styles, with special guests like power couple Jennifer Lopez and Alex Rodriguez. What goes into planning not only the display, but also the most anticipated, exclusive night in fashion? Anna Wintour handles the seating charts and taps a couple of celebrity performers to entertain, but we're sure you have more questions than that, now don't you?
Michelle Obama Just Wore a Crystal-Encrusted Pink Suit, So Excuse Me While I Freak Out
Michelle Obama is not afraid to wear an outfit that means business. The former FLOTUS rocked a pastel pink suit by Danish designer Stine Goya while attending an event for her memoir, Becoming, in Copenhagen.
As if the light pink hue wasn't enough for us to go gaga over, her outfit was also covered with bursts of crystals. To match the sparkly look, Michelle styled her sophisticated suit with a pair of gold Jimmy Choo heels and Vhernier earrings. Read on to see her full ensemble and buy the exact same suit in blue, as well as more affordable versions.
Guess How Much You Can Pay to See Bradley Cooper and Blake Lively at the Met Gala?
W-w-w-wait. You can purchase tickets to the Met Gala this year? That's news to us. For a whopping $35,000, you'll be supporting the institute and also getting the opportunity to see the 2019 star-studded committee stroll in. For the "Camp: Notes on Fashion"-themed event - curated by Andrew Bolton - Bradley Cooper, Blake Lively, Ryan Reynolds, Lupita Nyong'o, Alex Rodriguez, and Jennifer Lopez are definite confirmations, and there's even a rumor that Cher will show up to sit at one of the tables, which apparently cost $200,000-$300,000. The official hosts include Lady Gaga, Harry Styles, Serena Williams, and Gucci's Creative Director Alessandro Michele - there's really no better group to rally behind the iconic, over-the-top style moments that will be on display. Ahead, get a sneak peek at the guest list so far, provided by Anna Wintour herself to The Hollywood Reporter.
I Almost Forgot What to Wear on a Day Date, Then I Saw Emily Ratajkowski
Emily Ratajkowski spent the morning with her husband, Sebastian, brunching in NYC before attending Marc Jacobs's wedding in the evening. What a lovely way to spend a day - and in a smoking hot set, no less. The supermodel slipped into a ruched '80s sport look from Miaou, ringing in at $390. The miniskirt and crop top featured neon pulls, so she could adjust the height of her hemlines, and Emily accessorized with white Adidas Samba sneakers, a red chain-strap purse, and round sunglasses. The whole ensemble was very signature Emily: sexy, but relaxed. We like to think she was beckoning Summer, which is *hopefully* just around the corner. At least now we'll know exactly what to wear when babe says, "Hey, let's go grab a bite."
The Mediterranean Diet Focuses on Lean Sources of Protein - Here's Exactly What That Means
Protein is an essential part of any diet, including the Mediterranean diet. While it's primarily plant-based, you actually can (and should!) have meat on this healthy eating plan. To fully reap the benefits of the Mediterranean diet, however, you'll need to be mindful of your choices.
First, let's talk about why protein deserves a spot on your plate. "Protein is especially important because it aids in the production of enzymes, hormones, neurotransmitters, and antibodies throughout your body," Mary Claire Shurina, MS, RD, LD, told POPSUGAR. "It also helps with the growth and repair of cells within our hair, skin, muscles, bones, and internal organs." Basically, protein plays a pretty important role in a lot of the things your body is doing behind the scenes.
While no foods are entirely off-limits on the Mediterranean diet, you do want to limit proteins like beef and pork to no more than one serving per week. "Saturated fat is found in high levels in butter, pork, beef, lamb, and processed meats like bacon and sausage," Mary Claire explained. "Excessive intake of saturated fat is associated with higher risk of chronic illness and certain types of cancer."
This is one reason the Mediterranean diet is linked with a lower occurrence of disease, because unlike some other diets, it emphasizes lean sources of protein. Here's what to look for during your next shopping trip.
1. Fish and Seafood
Fish and other seafood like shrimp and scallops are probably the most common proteins on the Mediterranean diet. In addition to providing protein, some fattier varieties of fish are also healthy sources of omega-3 fatty acids. "These fats are especially beneficial for brain and heart health," Mary Claire told POPSUGAR. When seeking out seafood, she recommends looking for salmon, sardines, mackerel, and albacore tuna to get your fill of protein and healthy fats.
2. Poultry
Poultry typically includes chicken, turkey, and duck, but can be any type of fowl you enjoy. Most poultry is relatively lean and has "low levels of saturated fat compared to red meat and pork," Mary Claire said. On the Mediterranean diet, you want to increase consumption of unsaturated fats and limit consumption of saturated fats, so chicken breast or roast turkey can make a great addition to your meals.
3. Eggs
Eggs are another excellent source of protein because they are also packed with additional vitamins and minerals, according to Mary Claire. When you're making that veggie-filled omelet, "don't skimp on the yolks," she said. "Egg yolks are rich in vitamins A and D and certain antioxidants that are beneficial for eye health."
CBD Worked Wonders For My Anxiety, but Only After I Started Doing This 1 Thing
I have struggled with anxiety for as long as I can remember - I was that kid who was too afraid to go on the monkey bars and conveniently had to go to the bathroom as soon as it was my turn to ride a roller coaster. It wasn't until I was officially diagnosed with depression and anxiety when I was 14 that I started taking medication for it. Fast forward to my mid-20s when I was diagnosed with bipolar II and started taking a different cocktail of medication, which helped many of my bipolar symptoms (including anxiety) but isn't a cure-all.
To manage my anxiety, I still take my medication in addition to other lifestyle factors, including getting enough sleep, exercising, and eating minimal processed foods. Although I don't take any benzodiazepines for anxiety (Xanax, Ativan, Klonopin) - no judgment to those who need it, my psychiatrist just doesn't prescribe them - I was interested in trying CBD after I had heard all the benefits it could do for anxiety. CBD has been getting lots of buzz lately, but it won't get you buzzed; CBD stands for cannabidiol, the nonpsychoactive component of cannabis. Unlike THC, the component in marijuana that gets you "high," CBD has no THC and doesn't deliver the sensation of getting high or stoned. Instead, CBD is used for its calming and pain-relieving effects. Plus, it's (mostly) legal and won't show up in a drug test. CBD is found in dozens of products including tinctures, creams, beauty products, candy, sparkling water, and more.
Related: I Used CBD Oil Every Day For 2 Months, and Here’s What I Learned
When I first started taking CBD for anxiety, I would only take it as I needed it. As in, when my symptoms were bad; I'm talking horrible intrusive thoughts, increased heart rate, inability to concentrate, and catastrophizing everything. Although I noticed a little bit of a difference, it wasn't nearly enough to really help. My mind would still be racing, and I would still have butterflies in my stomach. It wasn't until I attended a CBD-themed dinner that I started talking to others who take CBD for anxiety.
"How often do you take it?" someone asked. I told her just as I needed it, which ended up being a few times a week. She suggested I take it every day to allow it to build up in my system. Although I wasn't exactly sure of the science behind this - a Google search didn't yield any well-vetted reliable info - I decided it wouldn't hurt to try. When my anxiety gets to borderline debilitating, I'm willing to try anything. And since I hadn't had any side effects from CBD thus far, I was willing to experiment on myself and take CBD every day.
My preferred method of taking CBD is via a tincture administered sublingually (absorbed in the veins under the tongue). According to a post on Medium, this takes about 15-25 minutes to take effect, depending on your height, your weight, and the quality of CBD. But to really reap the benefits of it, I started administering 20-40 milligrams of CBD like this every day. It took some trial and error to figure out the best dosage for me, but right now that's around 30-40 milligrams once or twice a day: once in the morning and, if I need it, another time in the afternoon.
Related: I Took CBD Oil For 7 Days For Anxiety - Here's What Happened
After a few days, I already noticed a major difference. I was more mellowed out overall and didn't have as many of my typical symptoms of anxiety. A couple weeks in, my intrusive thoughts virtually disappeared. My stomach was more calm, my heart rate got to a normal pace, and I didn't struggle with worrying about the worst-case scenario in every single situation. I would still have the occasional flare-up of my anxiety symptoms, but it wasn't nearly as consistent or severe as it was before.
I'm not implying that CBD is a cure for anxiety; anxiety is a serious mental illness that should be treated under the supervision of a medical professional, especially if you are experiencing severe symptoms and it's disrupting your everyday life. Since I already take a cocktail of medication to address my mental illness, which includes anxiety, I was seeking something else that could supplement my treatment. Fortunately, I realized CBD works for me. If you've been curious to try CBD for mild to moderate anxiety, start with a low dose (around 10 milligrams) and take it every day. Eventually, you can play around with the dosage and work your way up to a regimen that works for you.
Celebrate Your Booty Gains With Leggings That Highlight Your Assets . . . Er, Hard Work
Today more than ever, women are owning their space in the gym and celebrating all the curves on their bodies (and not just with leggings). Booty gains are the name of the game as of late, and we couldn't be prouder of the shift in mindset. The best way to celebrate all those curves? In some ultraflattering leggings, naturally. Ahead are some of our absolute favorite little spandex miracles for highlighting the posterior region - you'll feel crazy confident and super sexy.
- Additional reporting by Dominique Astorino
If Cardio Bores You, It's Time to Try The Fitness Marshall's New Dance Workout to "R.I.P."
It's been way too long since The Fitness Marshall dropped a new dance routine, but he's back, and we're ready to get moving. To celebrate warmer weather and getting rid of things that no longer serve us, The Fitness Marshall choreographed a fun routine to "R.I.P." by Sofía Reyes. It's so fun, you'll forget you're working out, and we guarantee you'll want to do it more than once.
"This song is the perfect anthem for saying goodbye to the BS," The Fitness Marshall told POPSUGAR. "There can be so much negativity in the world and so many things that hold us back. This dance is about reclaiming your power and wiping away all of the drama."
If you're ready to have fun and reclaim your power, be sure to check out the full video above.
Can Running Help You Get a Six-Pack? 2 Experts Explain How It Can - and Why It Might Not
There are a few things you can count on running for: a heart-pumping cardio workout, fat burn, a metabolism boost, and mental-health benefits, to name a few. Based on soreness after long or fast runs, it's safe to say your legs are getting a pretty good workout, too. When it comes to your abs and core, though, things are a little more complicated. Beyond its other benefits, can we consider running a good core workout?
Running Activates and Engages Your Core
"I do think that your core gets certain benefits from running," said Steven Mayer, MD, sports medicine specialist at the Northwestern Medicine Running Clinic. He explained that you "run from your core," using it to balance and stabilize yourself. The more you use and engage your core muscles, Dr. Mayer said, the stronger they'll get.
Ashley Kelly, an Olympic runner and NASM-certified personal trainer at Bach in New York, explained that you use your core muscles during certain running motions, as well as when you're absorbing impact and maintaining form during longer runs. Your abs are definitely in use and engaged during running, but as far as actively building them and making them stronger, Kelly said, running is not the most effective choice. In fact, she said, the relationship is actually inverse: "You need to first have a strong core to run strong, not the other way around."
Both Kelly and Dr. Mayer agreed that even though your abs and core are important for running, they won't get stronger just through running alone. "Running contributes to core fitness to at least a mild extent," Dr. Mayer told POPSUGAR. "But if you really want to strengthen your core, you have to focus on core exercises." Core engagement is more like a side effect of running, rather than the focus. And to build strong core muscles and abs, Kelly said, "It is vital to perform exercises that target those muscles specifically."
Can You Make Running a Better Core Workout?
Still, there are a few strategies you can use to get the most core engagement out of your run. "You have to focus on breathing," Kelly explained, inhaling deep into your diaphragm as opposed to taking short breaths from your chest. When you get fatigued, she added, try to brace your core, tightening it like you're preparing for a punch in the stomach. That keeps your core engaged even when you start feeling tired.
And if abs and a flat belly are your goals, running can still be a helpful tool. It can help you burn fat, Kelly and Dr. Mayer agreed, including around your midsection, which can make your abs more visible. (This is dependent on diet, too; overeating due to post-run hunger can actually make you gain weight.) And the relationship between running and core strength is still an important one. "A strong and stable core helps improve running mechanics and stability in your knees, ankle, and hips, which minimizes injuries," Kelly told POPSUGAR.
So no, your runs alone won't give you a six-pack, but they can definitely help reduce belly fat and make your abs pop. Core-specific exercises are still the golden ticket to stronger abs and can help you be a better runner, too. Start with this 10-minute ab workout for runners and see how much of a difference a strong core can make.
I Tried RightRice, the Lower-Carb, Higher-Protein Rice, and Here's What I Thought
The low-carb train isn't coming to a halt anytime soon, and so many companies are trying to make lower-carb alternatives to satisfy their customers' carb-loving needs. And while cauliflower rice has been a great rice alternative, if you're bored of it and wish it offered more protein, you'll want to check out RightRice. It's made out of lentil flour, chickpea flour, and pea fiber, but it's shaped like little rice grains.
How Does It Compare to Rice Nutritionally?
A one-third cup serving of dry RightRice is 180 calories and has 30 grams of carbs, five grams of fiber, and 10 grams of protein. The same one-third cup serving of uncooked long-grain brown rice has 224 calories, 46.5 grams of carbs, 2.2 grams of fiber, and 4.6 grams of protein.
Not only does RightRice have fewer calories and carbs, it has more than twice the amount of fiber and protein, so it will leave you feeling more satiated after a meal. You'll also get 15 percent of your daily iron (thank you beans!) and 12 percent of your daily potassium.
How Long Does It Take to Cook?
When cooking regular rice, depending on the kind you choose, it can take 30 to 45 minutes, but this RightRice only takes 12 minutes! Just add the contents of the bag to a pan with 1 1/3 cups of water, bring it to a boil, cover it, turn off the heat, and in 12 minutes, your RightRice is done! It's so much quicker than regular rice, so that was a huge plus!
How Does It Taste?
I cooked up the Original flavor, and my initial reaction when I fluffed the cooked rice with a fork was that it looked like rice, but it had a very strong, beany smell. I was pleasantly surprised that after trying my first spoonful that it tasted nothing like it smelled. It had a very mild rice flavor, but tasted like it had been cooked in light veggie broth. I liked it!
The texture was soft and sticky, but more like orzo pasta than, say, short-grain brown rice. RightRice offers three other flavors besides Original: Lemon Pepper, Garlic Herb, and Spanish.
Would I Eat It Again?
Honestly, I love good ol' rice. I don't have a problem with the carb count, and I love that it's just one ingredient. This RightRice Original flavor is made with five ingredients, so it's more processed than real rice. As a plant-based eater, I love lentils and chickpeas, so I'd be more inclined to just eat those.
But I also know that getting enough protein is tough when you're eating plant-based, so in that respect, this rice would make a great addition if I was going to make curry with rice or tofu fried rice. I think mixing this rice with half regular rice would be amazing! I'm looking forward to trying the other flavors.
If You've Had Any of These Symptoms Since Spring Began, You're Probably Allergic to Pollen
If this warmer weather sends you into never-ending bouts of sniffling and sneezing, there's a good chance you suffer from seasonal allergies - and more specifically, a pollen allergy. But if you think pollen is only found in flowers, think again. "There are different types of pollen," Kanao Otsu, MD, MPH, an allergist and immunologist at National Jewish Health in Denver, CO, told POPSUGAR. "Trees, grasses, and weeds are typically the three groups of vegetation that produce pollen that affect or cause allergic symptoms."
Dr. Otsu explained that this allergic response, known clinically as allergic rhinoconjunctivitis, often presents with the following symptoms:
- Sneezing
- Runny nose
- Nasal congestion
- Nasal itching
- Watery, itchy, or red eyes
- Post-nasal drainage
- A persistent cough
- Fatigue
- Irritability
According to Dr. Otsu, you're most at risk of developing pollen allergies if you have a family history of them, particularly on your mother's side. This includes related conditions like eczema or asthma.
Related: It's Officially Spring - Before You Go For a Run Outside, Take These Allergists' Advice
If you think you might suffer from seasonal allergies, it's time to make an appointment with an allergist, who will take down a history of your symptoms. "If you tend to have symptoms every Spring and Fall, you're most likely allergic to trees and weeds," Dr. Otsu said. A skin prick test can confirm exactly which type of pollen you're allergic to. "Skin testing panels differ by geographic location, which help test the most common allergens to that specific region," she said.
Once you've been diagnosed, there are a few options for treatment, including internasal steroids (like Flonase or Aller-Flo) and oral antihistamines (like Zyrtec or Allegra). For people with severe symptoms, Dr. Otsu explained that allergy immunotherapy may be an option. This is a series of shots over the course of three to five years that essentially lessens the allergic reaction by modifying the immune system's response to a specific allergen. "This is currently only offered in the US as allergy shots, but in the near future there may be other forms of allergen immunotherapy such as drops or tablets that dissolve under the tongue," she said.
This Fast-Paced 20-Minute CrossFit Workout Will Leave You Breathless and Sore as Hell
You only have 20 minutes, so you don't have time to mess around! This workout gets right into it, and within the first few minutes, you'll feel your blood flowing and your breath getting heavy. Since you only need a pair of dumbbells, it's the perfect workout to do at home or the gym when you want to get in an intense workout that targets every part of your body and leaves you sore tomorrow.
This 20-minute CrossFit workout is an AMRAP, which means "as many rounds as possible." So set the timer for 20 minutes and don't stop until the time is up! Jade Jenny, head CrossFit coach and owner of Champlain Valley CrossFit, says AMRAP workouts are meant to push your pace, to be competitive with yourself, and to see how many rounds you can get. Complete this workout, write down how many rounds you get through in your fitness journal, and the next time you do it, see if you can get in more reps!
20-Minute Home CrossFit Workout
Equipment needed: Pair of medium-weight dumbbells (six to 20 pounds). Have two sets on hand so you can use the heavier pair for the exercises that are easier.
Directions: After a five-minute dynamic warmup, complete the below AMRAP workout until 20 minutes are up, with no rest in between exercises. Aim to get at least eight rounds. If you need more details on each exercise, see the instructions ahead.
After the workout, be sure to do a cooldown, such as these leg stretches or grab a foam roller for your legs and butt.
| 20-Minute CrossFit AMRAP Workout |
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| 20 air squats |
| 10 planks with dumbbell row |
| 5 burpees |
| 10 push presses (shoulder to overhead press) |
| 20 mountain climbers |
No Gym? No Problem - All You Need Are 2 Dumbbells For This Total-Body Blasting At-Home Workout
If you've decided to break up with your gym membership once and for all, you're going to need to figure out a plan for working out. No matter what you're favorite style of training is, we highly recommend adding in strength training as a supplementary workout to build muscle and improve muscular imbalances, strength, and power. To help you out, we've got a total-body workout that will leave you feeling sweaty, strong, and sore in the best way possible.
Grab your dumbbells, turn on your favorite playlist, and get ready to work.
The At-Home Dumbbell Workout
The only thing you'll need for this workout is a set of medium-weight dumbbells. Not exactly sure how much you should be lifting? Use this simple guide to choose the right weight. After you've got your weights, be sure to go through a dynamic warmup to get your muscles warm and prevent injury.
This workout should be performed in trisets, meaning every set will have three exercises in it. Complete the designated sets and reps as listed ahead. Try to take no more than 45 to 60 seconds of rest in between exercises and sets. One you've completed the workout, be sure to cool down.
- Triset 1, Exercise 1: single-leg deadlift with dumbbells: three sets of 10 reps on each leg
- Triset 1, Exercise 2: bent-over row: three sets of 12 reps
- Triset 1, Exercise 3: seated knee tuck: three sets of 12 reps
- Triset 2, Exercise 1: goblet squat: three sets of 15 reps
- Triset 2, Exercise 2: bicep curl: three sets of 12 reps
- Triset 2, Exercise 3: elbow side plank: hold for 20 seconds on each side
- Triset 3, Exercise 1: weighted glute bridge: three sets of 12 reps
- Triset 3, Exercise 2: dumbbell triceps extension: three sets 12 reps
- Triset 3, Exercise 3: seated Russian twist: three sets 10 reps
This 1 Push-Up Variation Is the Ultimate Move to Sculpt Strong, Lean Arms
While regular push-ups with your legs straight are challenging enough, if you really want to get stronger and build muscle in your upper back, arms, and core, this variation is a must do. Grab a pair of light- to medium-weight dumbbells, and add this push-up to your routine.
Dumbbell Push-Up With Renegade Row
- Begin balancing in plank position, shoulders stacked over the wrists, with a dumbbell on the floor in each hand.
- Bend the elbows behind you, and lower the torso into a push-up. Press back up to plank.
- Do a row on the right side, then on the left.
- This counts as one rep.
She Fought Off an Assault on a Run - Here's Why She Teaches Self-Defense Now
Kelly Herron's story starts in a familiar way: it was just a normal run.
She was in training for her first marathon in March 2017, and it was her first double-digit run, a 10-mile beach loop on a cold, drizzly day in Seattle. "I had been dreading my run and putting it off," Kelly remembered. Around 1 p.m., it was as warm as it was going to get. She bundled up and took off.
The beach was the halfway point of the run and her bathroom break. Kelly ducked out of the wind into a "typical beach bathroom - sand on the ground, concrete, steel toilets." She was drying her hands near the sinks, earbuds in, baseball hat on; the bathroom seemed empty. "Then I got this chill up my spine," Kelly said.
She turned around and saw a man standing behind her. "It took a minute for me to realize what was happening. At first I was like, this isn't a woman, this is a man. Then the smell hit me." The man, who was homeless and a convicted sex offender, smelled "pungent," she said. "And then it really signaled to my brain that I was in trouble."
He lunged at her and pulled her to the ground. Kelly tried to fight from her stomach, throwing her elbows back, but she couldn't do any damage. Then, she said, self-defense training started to trickle back into her mind; she'd taken a workshop through her employer just three weeks prior.
Taraji P. Henson Opens Up About Anxiety and Depression and Why She Got Rid of Social Media
Taraji P. Henson founded the Boris Lawrence Henson Foundation in 2018 in honor of her father, focusing on removing the stigma around mental health in the black community. As a Variety Power of Women nominee for the work she's done with the foundation, Taraji explained that the work she's doing is also personal. "I suffer from depression. My anxiety is kicking up even more every day," she said in an interview with Variety.
How She Manages Her Anxiety and Depression
To work through and manage her anxiety and depression, Taraji said, "I talk to someone. I have a therapist that I speak to." She said confiding in friends is helpful but explained, "You need a professional who can give you exercises. So that when you're on the ledge, you have things to say to yourself that will get you off that ledge and past your weakest moments." Taraji also sees a therapist because "it's a professional" and because they're "someone who has no stakes involved." According to Taraji, they're going to make sure you're mentally sound and tell you the truth, "which might hurt."
In Taraji's opinion, getting "fixed" isn't easy and takes time. Her advice for those who feel like therapy isn't working or want it to be a quick process: "You're not going to figure it out all in one sitting." In order to manage the symptoms of anxiety and depression, Taraji said, "I talk to someone regularly. It has to be regularly. It gets frustrating because you're waiting for them to fix you, but it's not that easy."
Taraji's Advice For Finding a Therapist
Taraji admits that finding a great therapist isn't easy, comparing it to finding a great partner. "I had to go through several therapists that I felt comfortable talking to, or that I felt was moving me forward and that I was making some progress with, and that takes time," she said. "It's like a relationship. I've got to feel comfortable because that's the only way I'm going to keep coming back to you. To keep dealing with this ugly stuff, I have to feel totally safe," she shared.
How Social Media Impacts Her Mental Health
Social media was one of the ways Taraji connected with fans, but eventually it became a problem, she told Variety. "Even if life is good for you, you can still get on there and become depressed," she said. Instead of allowing herself to become consumed with how people present themselves on social apps, Taraji said she turned everything off because it was affecting her mood.
How Fame and Lack of Privacy Affect Her Mental Health
Taraji's standout roles in Baby Boy, The Curious Case of Benjamin Button, Hidden Figures, and Empire have increased her stardom, but with that, she explained, comes a lack of privacy. "It wears on me . . . I have to be conscious about everything." She described a time when she didn't have to worry about everything she said and did, but now, she does. "Living is being in the moment and saying whatever the f*ck you want to say, and that's what it is . . . but I can't do that. It's depressing. I feel myself changing, and I don't want to."
Constantly having to edit herself has made Taraji feel "a little hard" and "agoraphobic (a fear of places and situations where it's difficult to escape)," she said. Doing things alone that she once enjoyed, such as spending time with herself, walking her dog, going out to eat, and shopping, is no longer an option for her. "I have anxiety sometimes when I just want to go outside, and I can't. Somebody's got to go with me."
It's no surprise that Taraji's talent, realness, and infectious personality have transformed and propelled her career. She's speaking out about her ongoing experiences with both anxiety and depression to get rid of the stigma that surrounds mental health issues, especially in the black community. Although her life has transformed, Taraji said she wouldn't change a thing. "These are the cards that God dealt me, and for whatever reasons, he felt like he knew I could handle it - God is never going to give you more than you can handle."
If you are feeling anxious or depressed and need help finding help or resources, call the Anxiety and Depression Association of America (1-240-485-1001) or the National Alliance on Mental Illness (1-800-950-6264).
If You're Thinking About Buying Outdoor Voices Leggings, Read This First
Outdoor Voices makes some of the most flattering, functional leggings imaginable. Sometimes when we shop, though, it can be tough to pick the perfect pair; they're all so cute! So we've done the hard work for you and compared seven of Outdoor Voices' best leggings. Now, all you have to do is click buy!
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.
I KonMari-ed My Workout Clothes, and Now My Beloved Sneakers Bring Me Even More Joy
Like most people with access to Netflix and a WiFi connection, I too have become enchanted by the tiny organizational wizard known as Marie Kondo and her uncanny ability to spark joy through artfully arranging clothes and adding small boxes to drawers and closets.
With the help of my organizer Holly - I needed some emotional assistance to get started with this mess - I tackled the biggest part of my closet: my workout clothes. (Being a fitness editor has its perks.)
Of course, as any organizer would tell you, the first step is the purge. Eliminate any piece that no longer serves you, or no longer "sparks joy," as Marie would say. I followed suit, and had heaps and heaps of clothes to give to (very stoked) friends and donate to charity.
Lesson: the limit does exist, contrary to what Mean Girls would have you believe. Second lesson: Marie makes everything look so easy, and I honestly wish I had that graceful air about me, but alas, it takes work to get on this joy-sparking level.
Ahead are the different sections of my room and workout wardrobe, and how I got them organized using my best attempt at the KonMari method. If you're a novice like me, I hope this proves to be equal parts helpful and validating.
I'm a Trainer, and This Is the Workout I Do When I'm Not in the Mood to Train
I know a lot of people think trainers are invincible, but the truth is, we're just like you. Some days my body feels amazing and ready to take on any workout, and other days I'd rather not step foot in a gym.
On the days when I'm feeling blah, I take a moment to figure out if it's just a funk or if there's truly something going on, like not getting more than five hours of sleep the night before. If it's not something serious like poor recovery, sleep, or nutrition, I put on my workout clothes (the hardest part when you have minimal motivation), and head to the gym.
Once I'm at the gym, I'm typically out of my funk and continue with an intense strength workout. If I'm still not feeling it that day, there's one workout I always do: an incline walk on the treadmill with weights. It's the perfect workout for those blah days, and I'm in and out of the gym within 30 minutes.
The Dumbbell Hill Workout
- Grab a pair of 10-20 pound dumbbells before heading to the treadmill. Once you're at the treadmill, place the dumbbells off to the side and adjust the incline to anywhere between 5.0 and 10.0.
- Before adjusting the speed of the treadmill, pick up the dumbbells. The speed should be between 2.5 mph (this will be an easier walk) and 5.0 mph (a brisk walk). You can always change the speed, making it slower or faster to meet your needs.
- Hold the dumbbells with your arms extended by your side. Be sure to keep your shoulders relaxed, your chest open, and your core engaged throughout the duration of the walk. Hunching forward is a good indicator that you need to lighten the weight.
- Continue walking for 20 minutes.
Don't forget to stretch once you're done!
Prepare to Become Obsessed With This High-Energy 30-Minute Hip-Hop Dance Workout
When it comes to getting your sweat on and your heart rate up, we highly recommend some fun dance grooves. And Hip-Hop Fit creator Mike Peele definitely delivers! Created for every level, from beginner to advanced, this 30-minute workout will not only unleash your inner dancer, it will unleash your inner fitness beast! Modifications are provided. Prepare to push your mind and body to the next level . . . and to have some fun, too!
On Deja: Good Hyouman top, Koral leggings, Adidas jacket and APL shoes. On Mike: Adidas shorts and shoes. On Day: Onzie tights.
Dietitians Shared Their Trader Joe's Grocery Lists, and Now We Know What to Stock Up on
Dietitians are always providing us with recommendations on healthy items to stock up on, but have you ever wondered what they actually get when they go grocery shopping? We did, which is why POPSUGAR spoke to Jessica Jones, MS, RD, and Wendy Lopez, MS, RD, CDE, founders of Food Heaven Made Easy to find out what they're throwing in their carts at Trader Joe's.
Their picks are full of flavor and also good for you. Not to mention, you'll save time meal prepping, they'll last longer than a few days, and they're great go-tos when you want to cook a meal in 30 minutes or less. Check out Jessica and Wendy's top Trader Joe's picks ahead.
Drew Barrymore Reflects on the 20th Anniversary of Never Been Kissed: "Josie Grossie Forever"
It's officially been two decades since Drew Barrymore charmed viewers in one of the more, uh, unique back-to-school films out there. In honor of the 20th anniversary of Never Been Kissed, Barrymore reminisced about the beloved romantic comedy, which also happened to be the first film under her Flower Films production company. "Josie Grossie forever," wrote Barrymore on Instagram.
As a refresher, Never Been Kissed follows copy editor Josie Geller as she takes on her first big writing assignment: an undercover look at the lives of high school students. Along the way, she is forced to face painful memories of her own high school experience, although she eventually falls in with the popular clique on her second go-around. Oh, and she also falls in love with her teacher, portrayed by Michael Vartan.
"Josie Grossie forever."
Looking back, Barrymore described the movie as "raw," "ridiculous," and "beautiful." She said, "All we wanted to do was make something that felt like the way so many of us feel growing up." Adding, "Everyone feels vulnerability while they are figuring out who they are and what they stand for. It also helps when you have the best cast and great music and everyone is making the same story!"
About the whole student-teacher romance, though: In an interview with Page Six about the movie, Vartan said it's hard not to find that plot point problematic - even though Josie is actually an adult posing as a student. "I don't know if someone who had a darker disposition at the time, maybe the creep factor would have intensified it a bit. But, if I'm a 30-year-old man and I think this girl is 17, it's completely inappropriate," Vartan said.
Despite that, Vartan does have fond memories of working on Never Been Kissed. "[Drew] showed up on the first day of shooting in an old, beat up, white Volvo and from that moment on she was my hero," he said. "She was just one of the sweetest, nicest people and treated everyone equally, which [is] the way it should be, but unfortunately it isn't always the case."
Ron Perlman Isn't in the Hellboy Reboot, but He's Given His Blessings
Guillermo del Toro's Hellboy franchise has achieved cult status over the years. Which means that, obviously, we've been both excited and nervous about what's to come with Neil Marshall's 2019 reboot of Hellboy, since it stands on the shoulder of a beloved giant. The new movie about Mike Mignola's iconic half-demon takes on a darker R-rated tone, featuring Stranger Things' beloved David Harbour in the title role. Del Toro and Ron Perlman, the original Hellboy, won't be involved in the upcoming film. Still, they've sent their blessings to the new cast and crew - for the most part, anyway.
The original Hellboy film franchise as we knew it ended in 2008 with the release of Hellboy II: The Golden Army. Del Toro had been planning on making a trilogy but in 2017, confirmed on Twitter that Hellboy 3 would not happen. And since the upcoming movie is a remake and not a sequel, it won't be starring the original cast, which includes Perlman.
When Marshall officially joined the reboot, he sought Del Toro's blessing, since he respected the renowned director as a friend and fellow filmmaker. Marshall relayed to Collider that in a brief exchange, Del Toro had said to him, "'I'm totally cool with it. I'm totally magnanimous about it.'"
Perlman previously voiced his disappointment about Hellboy 3 getting cut, but has been supportive of the upcoming film. At Motor City Comic Con, he wished Harbor the best of luck with the new movie, saying, "David Harbour is a good dude. I wish him nothing but the best when it comes to the retooling of HB."
Still, Perlman wasn't above being a little playful about the situation, notably posting this picture on his Instagram when the reboot trailer came out.
Harbour has been aware of how big Perlman's shoes are to fill. So for him, the reboot hasn't been a matter of living up to the original Hellboy legacy as it is carving out his own unique take. "We're gonna do something just completely different and we're gonna highlight a different aspect of this guy," he said in an interview with Collider. "I can't do what Ron Perlman does. I think he's a genius at what he does: this very dry machismo thing. In terms of approaching the character, I have to do it my own way."
A Third Spinoff of The Walking Dead Is Coming - Here's What We Know So Far
The universe of The Walking Dead just keeps getting bigger. A few months after announcing that AMC would release a series of three films revolving around Andrew Lincoln's Rick Grimes in a new world now that he's left his original group of survivors, the network has also confirmed that a third spinoff of the flagship series is a go.
Details about what it will entail are still scarce, but what we do know is that it will follow two young female protagonists. According to AMC's official statement about the upcoming series, the show will "focus on the first generation to come of age in the apocalypse as we know it. Some will become heroes. Some will become villains. In the end, all of them will be changed forever. Grown-up and cemented in their identities, both good and bad."
An exact premiere date hasn't been locked down for the 10-episode series as of now, but it will arrive at some point in 2020. Matt Negrete, who's written for and produced TWD for five seasons, will serve as cocreator on the as-yet untitled spinoff alongside Scott Gimple, chief content officer for the Dead franchise, and filming will kick off in Virginia this Summer.
Here's When American Horror Story Season 9 Will Likely Start Giving You Nightmares
American Horror Story's latest batch of themes have included everything from a clown cult to a haunted hotel to a radioactive bunker, and now we finally know what season nine's story will revolve around: the year 1984! Well, more specifically, a killer straight out of an old-school '80s slasher flick chasing young women through the woods in 1984, judging from the teaser that Ryan Murphy shared on Wednesday (above).
In addition to the chilling visuals and song featured in the brief clip (which is Billie Eilish's "Six Feet Under," FYI) the teaser also includes our first hint about when to expect season nine to arrive on FX: this Fall! Murphy declined to reveal an exact date, but when you take a look back at when all the other seasons have made their debuts on the network, it's not hard to narrow down a range of dates.
Seasons one through five all premiered within the first two or three weeks of October, with the earliest being Oct. 5 and the latest on Oct. 17. More recently the series has been coming out a little earlier. Seasons six, seven, and eight - Roanoke, Cult, and Apocalypse, respectively - premiered on FX within the first two weeks of September, the earliest being Sept. 5 and the latest on Sept. 14. If we had to bet, we'd say season nine of American Horror Story will hit your TV screen in a date in line with the latest seasons.
Since we presumably have quite a bit of time to wait regardless of which Fall month the show returns, make sure you brush up on all the details we have about season nine so far, as well as which new faces have joined the cast.
American Horror Story Season 9 Is Taking Us to Summer Camp For Old-Fashioned Slasher Fun
Fans have been theorizing the theme for the anthology series's ninth season since the end of AHS: Apocalypse, the polarizing eighth season. Set in the days and months following a worldwide nuclear apocalypse, Apocalypse gave viewers an epic crossover between several of the show's previous seasons, connecting the previously separate installments into one deeply twisty mythology. From witchy resurrections to time travel to the literal "son" of the devil, Apocalypse was horror on a cosmic scale. So after such a huge season, fans couldn't help but wonder what could possibly come next.
Thankfully, Ryan Murphy took the opportunity to throw loyal viewers a bone when he announced the upcoming theme via Instagram on April 10. He revealed that the ninth season of the FX horror anthology is titled AHS: 1984, simply captioning his post, "AHS SEASON 9 is called..." with a video that shed all the light needed on the upcoming season.
The short clip that reveals the 1984 title and premiere date (it's coming out Fall 2019 folks!) involves a young woman running away from a knife-wielding man. It's reminiscent of classic '80s slasher horror films like Friday the 13th, which was released in 1980. This is the second bit of news we've gotten about the ninth season, with the first being the first round of casting announcements. Longtime AHS alum Emma Roberts will be returning for 1984, along with franchise newcomer and Olympic skier Gus Kenworthy, who will be playing her boyfriend. We also know that Evan Peters, another AHS fan favorite and Roberts' ex-boyfriend, will not be returning for this season.
It'll be interesting to see new faces pop up this go around and see whether some familiar characters get a chance to feature in this decade. Considering all the seasons have some connection to one another, we can't wait to see how Murphy fosters a connection in 1984. Stay tuned for more details as they come!
Before Tina Fey's Film Version, Here's the Story of Carol Burnett's Late Daughter Carrie Hamilton
Carol Burnett is an undisputed TV legend. The trailblazing comedienne is the queen of making people laugh - but her own life hasn't been all smiles and laughter. Burnett is set to co-produce (alongside Tina Fey) a film adaptation of her memoir about her late daughter, Carrie Hamilton, who died 17 years ago at the age of 38.
Born in 1963, Carrie Hamilton was the daughter of Burnett and her second husband, producer Joe Hamilton. Early in life, however, Hamilton's struggles began: she suffered through three years of addiction while she was still in her teens. It was Burnett, as she explained to People in a 2018 interview, who forced Hamilton into rehab.
"She got sober when she was 17," Burnett said. "I put her in a third rehab place, and oh my God, she hated me. I came to the conclusion that I had to love her enough to let her hate me. She got sober and we started bonding. We wound up working together, writing a play together. We worked together in three shows."
Together, Burnett and a now-sober Hamilton worked on an episode of the TV series Touched by an Angel, as well as the TV movie Hostage. Sadly, Hamilton's career and life were cut short in 2002. Hamilton was diagnosed with cancer that began in her lungs but eventually spread to her brain, ending her life at the age of 38. In 2013, Burnett wrote a memoir about her daughter, Carrie and Me: A Mother-Daughter Love Story, which is the basis for the upcoming movie. Between the memoir and this upcoming project, Burnett is still working to keep the memory of her daughter alive.
"She was very interested in people. She never met a stranger. I think it's in our genes . . . [knowing] you can make somebody's day by being kind . . . I think of her every day. She never leaves me . . . I just feel her," Burnett told People.
The Fey-produced adaptation will be produced by Burnett, Fey, Eric Gurian, and Steven Rogers, with Focus Features backing the project, as per Vanity Fair. Ian and Eshom Nelms will tackle the script, and casting will be announced at a later date.
The Mysterious Trailer For Netflix's Chambers Will Chill You to the Bone
Over the past few years, Netflix has proven itself to be a stellar destination for horror fans of all kinds. Whether you're into psychological thrillers like The Haunting of Hill House that have you looking over your shoulder any time it gets dark, or you're more of a grisly bloodbath connoisseur, the streaming giant has been churning out high-quality horror hits as of late. Now it's time to say hello to the latest entry into Netflix's cadre of scary TV series: Chambers.
The upcoming series doesn't launch globally until April 26, but fortunately, the platform has released a handful of intriguing stills from the show, as well as the first trailer, above. The series follows 17-year-old Arizona native Sasha (Sivan Alyra Rose), who suffers a near-fatal heart attack but luckily gets a donor heart the same night, saving her life. Unfortunately, along with a second chance, the organ begins to affect her life in other ways - she's suddenly gifted with the talents of the deceased girl, Becky, whose heart she now has inside her, but some of them are "troublingly sinister."
As Sasha begins to realize that something terrifying could be lurking inside her new heart, she starts digging into a mystery connected to Becky's parents, Ben and Nancy (Tony Goldwyn and Uma Thurman, respectively). Watch the mysterious, creepy trailer above before the series hits Netflix later this month!
According to This Wild Endgame Theory, Thanos's Snap Didn't Do What We All Think
It seems like it was only yesterday when Marvel broke our hearts into itty-bitty pieces in Avengers: Infinity War, not unlike what became of half of the Avengers after Thanos's snap. With the arrivals of Ant-Man and the Wasp and Captain Marvel, we get closer to figuring out what's going to unfold in Endgame. The widely anticipated movie will show the Avengers figuring out a way to bring back their friends and defeat Thanos once and for all. Which is to say, we're going into the film with the assumption that Thanos wiped out half of the living population in the universe - that half of the superheroes we know and love are gone.
But what if no one is actually dead? The Marvel Cinematic Universe is so deeply entrenched in mystical magic and science fiction that this isn't too far of a leap to make. Read on to explore the Internet's most convincing speculations about what happened to the supposedly fallen Avengers!
Ned Stark Comes Back to Life to Reassure Jimmy Fallon That Winter Really IS Coming
It's hard to believe that after almost two years of wondering what the hell happened to Daenerys's ice dragon, how Jon Snow will find out about his real lineage, or all the million other questions we had at the end of Game of Thrones season seven, we will soon be getting answers. In fact, it's so hard to believe that we almost don't believe it. Jimmy Fallon and the rest of The Tonight Show crew is with us in wondering, "How long must we f*cking wait for Game of Thrones?"
In a hilarious and brutally realistic late-night skit, Lord of House Fallon exclaims, "Winter has come and gone, and Winter has come and gone again, and now 'tis Spring and one thing is clear: shorts weather is coming." The cast jokes about having no new shows to watch, and they even point out that if the show never starts, it can never end.
Sean Bean, also known as the late Ned Stark, popped in to Rockefeller Center to remind the uneasy council members to be patient. "The premiere is coming, but until then, we mustn't lose our heads," Bean quips in the clip. Watch the video above to see what George RR Martin also said about the end of the beloved show.
One of these people is in an award-winning HBO show, and the other is super excited to meet Ned Stark from @GameOfThrones!! pic.twitter.com/Z04q8wJwpX
- Fallon Tonight (@FallonTonight) April 9, 2019
The New Trailer For Disney's Lion King Reboot Introduces Us to Simba, Nala, Scar, and More
Hear Simba roar! The first official trailer for Disney's live-action adaptation of The Lion King has finally arrived, so consider us excited beyond belief. The film stars Donald Glover, Seth Rogen, Beyoncé, Billy Eichner, James Earl Jones, and more in the film's biggest roles. In the minute and a half of footage above, we see a glimpse of young Simba - who's unbearably cute! - facing down Scar, hanging with Nala, running around with Timon and Pumba, and other re-creations of some of the 1994 animated film's most iconic moments.
Unsurprisingly, the CGI is nature documentary perfection, which has us even more excited for it to come out. Between this film, Aladdin, Lilo & Stitch, and all the other live-action Disney adaptations scheduled for release, we have so much to look forward to. Watch the official trailer above, as well as the previous teasers ahead, before it hits theaters on July 19, 2019. Then, check out all the other A-list actors who have joined the cast!
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