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.
lundi 23 mars 2020
4 Tips For Creating a Work-From-Home Station That Won't Bother Your Back
If you have the option to be working from home right now, there's a chance you're still sampling different corners of your home, trying to find the best and most productive station possible. But, if you regularly deal with back or neck pain, that couch and coffee table setup might not be cutting it.
To help you create an at-home working environment with proper ergonomics, we reached out to Adam Fritsch, PT, DPT at Athletico Physical Therapy, for some advice.
Secure a Space
If you have a desk in your home, clear off the old magazines and envelopes and label this space as your working station.
"Not only will it help you get the best ergonomic setup but it should help you stay mentally focused, as well," Fritsch says.
"It can be hard to get into work mode when you're sitting in your kid's playroom or on your couch."
Not everyone has a desk at home, though. In that circumstance, Fritsch says your next best option to prevent back and neck pain is a chair with a seat back at the kitchen table.
"You can also use a tray table sitting in a chair with a back if needed, too. At a minimum, you'll want a table for your computer and a chair with a back."
Take Breaks and Move
Regardless of how you're set up for work, Fritsch says the best thing you can do to prevent neck or back pain is to get up at least once an hour and move around.
"Our bodies are designed to move, so getting up at least once every hour to take a break, move, and walk around is important," he explains.
"Take 5-10 minutes to change position and get your body moving. It's easy to get caught up in work, so you can also set a timer on your phone to remind yourself to get up each hour."
Adjust Your Screen
Find yourself slouching over your laptop? Without a monitor, it can be very difficult to create a solid ergonomic position.
Fritsch says that, ideally, you'd want your monitor at about eye level in order to prevent your neck from extending up or down.
"It's harder with laptops because changing the height impacts the position of your arms, but it's best to get your screen to eye level and worry less about the positioning of your arms," he adds.
"This will keep you in a neutral posture."
Avoid the Couch If Possible
If you have other options, Fritsch suggests avoid working on the couch, as "your back is less supported and your head is more likely to move forward to get closer to your screen."
While he recommends this setup the least, in order to put less strain on your neck, he says to keep your head back and your ears in line with your shoulders.
"The more you can do this, the easier it will be on your neck."
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I'm Worried About a Million Things Right Now and Not One of Them Is Gaining Weight
As the coronavirus pandemic continues to spread, especially here in NYC, the last few weeks have drastically changed for all of us. I went from attending group fitness classes, in-office meetings, and dinners with friends to isolating at home, only leaving to go to the pharmacy or grocery store, and using what feels like a gallon of hand sanitizer every 15 minutes. As someone who lives with bipolar II, which includes depression, hypomania, and anxiety, the constantly changing news cycle and imminent threat of sickness has thrown my mental health into a tailspin.
As if this wasn't enough to deal with, I've seen people and brands capitalize on this time of physical distancing to suggest there's no excuse to get off track with your fitness and weight-loss goals. They emphasize how to not gain weight while being primarily at home for weeks or months at a time. Um, excuse me?
Here are things I'm actually worried about at any given moment: will my elderly and immunocompromised loved ones get sick? Will there be enough healthcare workers, medical supplies, and hospital beds to treat everyone? Will my husband still have work? Will I ever get to hug my mom again? Will small businesses survive? What about the millions of people who are suddenly unemployed? Or the millions of people who are putting their own health at risk to work the front lines of this crisis? Will the economy ever recover?
Things I'm absolutely not worried about: gaining weight. I've seen health and fitness publications dub weight gain during social distancing the "quarantine 15," and it's absolutely ridiculous with all the stress and anxiety this pandemic is creating for everyone. Gaining weight should not even be a blip on the radar of concern.
Like a lot of other people, my typical healthy schedule - seven hours of sleep, early morning gym class, homemade green smoothie, walking commute to the office - has been completely upended, and I'm instead consumed with worry. Some days I'm too anxious to eat anything all day. Other days I find comfort in a half bottle of red wine and tortilla chips for dinner. We are all doing our best; sometimes our best is waking up at 7 a.m. for a morning workout and French press coffee, and other times it's sleeping in until 8:53 a.m. before hopping on your work computer at 9. Yes, an at-home workout schedule and set routine is important for your own overall health and well-being, and can help you find some mental solace. I'm just not there yet, and if you aren't there either, that's ok.
Eventually, I hope to develop healthier habits, including going to bed at a reasonable hour and waking up early enough to move my body and sweat before logging on to my computer. I hope to eat three healthy, well-balanced meals every day and maybe some snacks that aren't Girl Scout cookies. I hope to find time to organize my closet and meditate and finally work on that book proposal I've been putting off.
But right now, I'm still in emotional survival mode. I'm taking it day by day, and can never be too sure what the state of my mental health is at any given hour. I'm trying to give myself grace to not beat myself up over it, and instead do the best I can under the circumstances: meet deadlines, answer emails, be communicative with my team, and not buckle under all the anxiety.
I'm begging all health and wellness publications, fitness influencers, and content creators: stop with the weight-loss plans and the "tips" to cut calories and the "tricks" to stay "on track" during a pandemic. I'm all for encouraging people to stay healthy and active, and giving them tools they need to try and take care of themselves the best they can, especially now. But focusing on weight gain, counting calories, and obsessing about our appearance in a moment where lives are literally at risk is not helping anyone - especially people like me who are susceptible to anxiety.
You should move your body because it makes you feel good and can help relieve some stress. You should absolutely not be worried about gaining weight ever, but especially not during a global pandemic. Keep doing the best you can right now - sending you a cheers with my goblet-sized wine glass.
I Use These 7 Tips to Avoid Procrastination and Stay Productive While WFH
All throughout high school and right into college, I was a chronic procrastinator. I spent the days leading up to due dates for big essay projects worry-free, and the night before, I would stare at my computer until the wee hours of the morning, bleary-eyed and delusional from lack of sleep while trying to finish something I was given a week or more to complete.
I used to say, "Oh, I just work well under pressure. That's why I wait until the last second to start projects." But I always knew this wasn't the case. I had the ability to crank out an assignment in a couple of hours before it was due, but it was never my best work, and I didn't feel a sense of pride putting my name on it. This was a problem that I desperately wanted to fix, but with unlimited distractions available, I could come up with endless reasons to put off getting started for another hour or two, until I taught myself these techniques to boost my productivity.
1. Just Start Somewhere.
Start with the absolute easiest task. It doesn't matter if that's just creating a document, titling it, and saving it. Do this ASAP after receiving any kind of project with a deadline. I have to force myself to do this because it seems so simple, almost like it's not going to make a difference. I promise you, it does!
2. Hold Yourself Accountable
Commit yourself by telling others around you what you're up to. If the clock is ticking and someone is expecting your work by a certain date, tell your best friend, your mom, and your partner exactly what you're going to do and when you're going to do it. Even if it's just a personal project, having someone to hold you accountable is a valuable tool.
3. Write It Down Where You'll See It
I like to keep track of tasks the old-fashioned way. Make sure you have a badass planner or a cute little notebook, and put everything that matters in it as soon as you commit. You can also add deadlines to the calendar on your phone or laptop, but there's something that makes it click for me when I put pen to paper and write it all down.
4. Skip the Snooze Button
Wake. up. early. Seriously, this was advice I ignored for far too long because, well, I'm lazy, and I like to lay in bed until I feel ready to start my day. But I've recently been forcing myself to get out of bed to shut off my alarm that's blaring from across the room, and those are my most productive days. I also shower as soon as I wake up, even if I think I don't need to. And when I get out, I put on some real pants (especially important if I'm planning to work at home). Getting the basics out of the way in the early hours of the morning puts me in the perfect spot to start grindin' before the sun has fully risen. I'm not saying you have to wake up at 4 a.m. to be productive, but start small and try to wake up 30 to 45 minutes before your usual wakeup call. I remain amazed at how much more I'm able to achieve with that extra chunk of time.
5. Switch Up Your Workspace
Relocate to a chill space to work when you hit a productivity rut. Sometimes all it takes for me to have a breakthrough moment in a project is to move to a different spot in the house and find a cozy corner to work at. The act of physically moving myself from one place to another and being in a new space with different scenery can boost my motivation to get the job done.
6. Dump It All Out
I'm a big fan of brain dumps. I usually start a new project by taking every relevant thought that's in my head and spewing it on a page or typing it all out. I try not to worry about grammar or spelling when I'm doing this exercise, because the goal is to get every thought out until a solid starting point comes to mind. If the lack of organization in brain dumping stresses you out, a mind map or more traditional outline is also a great way to get started.
7. Reward Yourself Along the Way
In the early stages of your project, take some time to break down your task into smaller sections or goals, and reward yourself upon completion of each section. Taking the time to give yourself a pat on the back and stimulating your brain with something that makes you happy is all the more reason to get back to work. Examples of some powerful incentives include: a snack break, an episode of whatever you're currently binge-watching, or a quick power nap.
To Be Your Most Productive Self, Schedule Your Day Around Your Energy Levels
There are only so many hours in a day, and as a busy person, it can be hard for me to steer clear of getting burnt out. Time management strategies are vital to avoid having to stay late at the office or the library wrapping up things before a big project or test. But now I've come to understand that implementing a plan doesn't mean finding ways to cram in as much work in as possible. It's instead about figuring out how I can complete tasks faster but with my best potential. Having a laundry list of things to do is one thing, but knowing the best way to manage my time and get them done is another.
There are so many strategies out there to help tackle time management, but what may work for you may not work for me. For some, setting a timer to complete a task, like the Pomodoro Technique suggests, helps fight procrastination; otheres like to prep every detail of their week or day in advance. But even for the busiest people, sometimes these strategies don't help.
Your daily productivity correlates with when you have the most energy, so your schedule should reflect that.
My suggested trick? Schedule work around your energy levels. Your daily productivity directly correlates with when you have the most energy, so it would only make sense that your schedule should reflect that. This strategy will not only help you manage your time better but help you learn when you perform at your best and when it might be smart to take a step back and regroup.
Simply put, determine when you're at your highest energy levels during the day and complete more critical work then. For you, that time may be first thing in the morning when your mind is fresh or after your cup of morning coffee, or maybe it's not even in the morning at all but right after dinner. It doesn't matter because this time management plan is totally personalized to your schedule. As someone who works from home, for example, I've learned that my energy levels are at their peak from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. and then again from 7 p.m to 9 p.m. I do my best to work on assignments or projects during these times and use the in-between time frame to recharge my brain, whether that means unplugging from electronics or socializing with friends.
During these high-energy levels, you should focus on tackling tasks that require extra brain power or energy. This is the best time frame in which to schedule important meetings and work that calls for creativity or a high attention span. When you're at your lowest energy levels, work on tasks that don't need your absolute attention, like cleaning your desk, or duties that can be done while multitasking, such as sending emails, making copies, or following up with coworkers on projects and presentations.
I Use These 7 Tips to Avoid Procrastination and Stay Productive While WFH
All throughout high school and right into college, I was a chronic procrastinator. I spent the days leading up to due dates for big essay projects worry-free, and the night before, I would stare at my computer until the wee hours of the morning, bleary-eyed and delusional from lack of sleep while trying to finish something I was given a week or more to complete.
I used to say, "Oh, I just work well under pressure. That's why I wait until the last second to start projects." But I always knew this wasn't the case. I had the ability to crank out an assignment in a couple of hours before it was due, but it was never my best work, and I didn't feel a sense of pride putting my name on it. This was a problem that I desperately wanted to fix, but with unlimited distractions available, I could come up with endless reasons to put off getting started for another hour or two, until I taught myself these techniques to boost my productivity.
1. Just Start Somewhere.
Start with the absolute easiest task. It doesn't matter if that's just creating a document, titling it, and saving it. Do this ASAP after receiving any kind of project with a deadline. I have to force myself to do this because it seems so simple, almost like it's not going to make a difference. I promise you, it does!
2. Hold Yourself Accountable
Commit yourself by telling others around you what you're up to. If the clock is ticking and someone is expecting your work by a certain date, tell your best friend, your mom, and your partner exactly what you're going to do and when you're going to do it. Even if it's just a personal project, having someone to hold you accountable is a valuable tool.
3. Write It Down Where You'll See It
I like to keep track of tasks the old-fashioned way. Make sure you have a badass planner or a cute little notebook, and put everything that matters in it as soon as you commit. You can also add deadlines to the calendar on your phone or laptop, but there's something that makes it click for me when I put pen to paper and write it all down.
4. Skip the Snooze Button
Wake. up. early. Seriously, this was advice I ignored for far too long because, well, I'm lazy, and I like to lay in bed until I feel ready to start my day. But I've recently been forcing myself to get out of bed to shut off my alarm that's blaring from across the room, and those are my most productive days. I also shower as soon as I wake up, even if I think I don't need to. And when I get out, I put on some real pants (especially important if I'm planning to work at home). Getting the basics out of the way in the early hours of the morning puts me in the perfect spot to start grindin' before the sun has fully risen. I'm not saying you have to wake up at 4 a.m. to be productive, but start small and try to wake up 30 to 45 minutes before your usual wakeup call. I remain amazed at how much more I'm able to achieve with that extra chunk of time.
5. Switch Up Your Workspace
Relocate to a chill space to work when you hit a productivity rut. Sometimes all it takes for me to have a breakthrough moment in a project is to move to a different spot in the house and find a cozy corner to work at. The act of physically moving myself from one place to another and being in a new space with different scenery can boost my motivation to get the job done.
6. Dump It All Out
I'm a big fan of brain dumps. I usually start a new project by taking every relevant thought that's in my head and spewing it on a page or typing it all out. I try not to worry about grammar or spelling when I'm doing this exercise, because the goal is to get every thought out until a solid starting point comes to mind. If the lack of organization in brain dumping stresses you out, a mind map or more traditional outline is also a great way to get started.
7. Reward Yourself Along the Way
In the early stages of your project, take some time to break down your task into smaller sections or goals, and reward yourself upon completion of each section. Taking the time to give yourself a pat on the back and stimulating your brain with something that makes you happy is all the more reason to get back to work. Examples of some powerful incentives include: a snack break, an episode of whatever you're currently binge-watching, or a quick power nap.
This 15-Second Stretch Can Help You Stop Slouching While You're Working From Home
@cascade.chiro Everyone needs this. ##posturecheck ##posture ##health ##healthy ##piday
If you've never worked from home before, the transition can be challenging. Unless you have a comfortable home office (or even better, a standing desk), you may find yourself slouching over your computer from your couch or bed, which can cause neck, shoulder, and back pain. One thing that can help? Good, old-fashioned stretching. Oregon-based chiropractor Chris Cooper, who goes by @cascade.chiro on TikTok, shared a video with a very simple 15-second stretch to help improve your posture, no matter your circumstances.
While sitting down, hold your palms out in front of you and turn them face up. Swing your arms out to your sides. Roll your shoulders back so your shoulder blades are pressed together, then drop them as you continue squeezing. Pull your head back so you feel like you're giving yourself a double chin, and hold this position for 15 seconds.
Feel that?
You should be able to feel your muscles contracting, and when you release, you'll feel some of the tension fall away. If you find yourself fighting tension in other muscle groups, take some time to stretch everything out - these exercises can help.
To Be Your Most Productive Self, Schedule Your Day Around Your Energy Levels
There are only so many hours in a day, and as a busy person, it can be hard for me to steer clear of getting burnt out. Time management strategies are vital to avoid having to stay late at the office or the library wrapping up things before a big project or test. But now I've come to understand that implementing a plan doesn't mean finding ways to cram in as much work in as possible. It's instead about figuring out how I can complete tasks faster but with my best potential. Having a laundry list of things to do is one thing, but knowing the best way to manage my time and get them done is another.
There are so many strategies out there to help tackle time management, but what may work for you may not work for me. For some, setting a timer to complete a task, like the Pomodoro Technique suggests, helps fight procrastination; otheres like to prep every detail of their week or day in advance. But even for the busiest people, sometimes these strategies don't help.
Your daily productivity correlates with when you have the most energy, so your schedule should reflect that.
My suggested trick? Schedule work around your energy levels. Your daily productivity directly correlates with when you have the most energy, so it would only make sense that your schedule should reflect that. This strategy will not only help you manage your time better but help you learn when you perform at your best and when it might be smart to take a step back and regroup.
Simply put, determine when you're at your highest energy levels during the day and complete more critical work then. For you, that time may be first thing in the morning when your mind is fresh or after your cup of morning coffee, or maybe it's not even in the morning at all but right after dinner. It doesn't matter because this time management plan is totally personalized to your schedule. As someone who works from home, for example, I've learned that my energy levels are at their peak from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. and then again from 7 p.m to 9 p.m. I do my best to work on assignments or projects during these times and use the in-between time frame to recharge my brain, whether that means unplugging from electronics or socializing with friends.
During these high-energy levels, you should focus on tackling tasks that require extra brain power or energy. This is the best time frame in which to schedule important meetings and work that calls for creativity or a high attention span. When you're at your lowest energy levels, work on tasks that don't need your absolute attention, like cleaning your desk, or duties that can be done while multitasking, such as sending emails, making copies, or following up with coworkers on projects and presentations.
I Use These 7 Tips to Avoid Procrastination and Stay Productive While WFH
All throughout high school and right into college, I was a chronic procrastinator. I spent the days leading up to due dates for big essay projects worry-free, and the night before, I would stare at my computer until the wee hours of the morning, bleary-eyed and delusional from lack of sleep while trying to finish something I was given a week or more to complete.
I used to say, "Oh, I just work well under pressure. That's why I wait until the last second to start projects." But I always knew this wasn't the case. I had the ability to crank out an assignment in a couple of hours before it was due, but it was never my best work, and I didn't feel a sense of pride putting my name on it. This was a problem that I desperately wanted to fix, but with unlimited distractions available, I could come up with endless reasons to put off getting started for another hour or two, until I taught myself these techniques to boost my productivity.
1. Just Start Somewhere.
Start with the absolute easiest task. It doesn't matter if that's just creating a document, titling it, and saving it. Do this ASAP after receiving any kind of project with a deadline. I have to force myself to do this because it seems so simple, almost like it's not going to make a difference. I promise you, it does!
2. Hold Yourself Accountable
Commit yourself by telling others around you what you're up to. If the clock is ticking and someone is expecting your work by a certain date, tell your best friend, your mom, and your partner exactly what you're going to do and when you're going to do it. Even if it's just a personal project, having someone to hold you accountable is a valuable tool.
3. Write It Down Where You'll See It
I like to keep track of tasks the old-fashioned way. Make sure you have a badass planner or a cute little notebook, and put everything that matters in it as soon as you commit. You can also add deadlines to the calendar on your phone or laptop, but there's something that makes it click for me when I put pen to paper and write it all down.
4. Skip the Snooze Button
Wake. up. early. Seriously, this was advice I ignored for far too long because, well, I'm lazy, and I like to lay in bed until I feel ready to start my day. But I've recently been forcing myself to get out of bed to shut off my alarm that's blaring from across the room, and those are my most productive days. I also shower as soon as I wake up, even if I think I don't need to. And when I get out, I put on some real pants (especially important if I'm planning to work at home). Getting the basics out of the way in the early hours of the morning puts me in the perfect spot to start grindin' before the sun has fully risen. I'm not saying you have to wake up at 4 a.m. to be productive, but start small and try to wake up 30 to 45 minutes before your usual wakeup call. I remain amazed at how much more I'm able to achieve with that extra chunk of time.
5. Switch Up Your Workspace
Relocate to a chill space to work when you hit a productivity rut. Sometimes all it takes for me to have a breakthrough moment in a project is to move to a different spot in the house and find a cozy corner to work at. The act of physically moving myself from one place to another and being in a new space with different scenery can boost my motivation to get the job done.
6. Dump It All Out
I'm a big fan of brain dumps. I usually start a new project by taking every relevant thought that's in my head and spewing it on a page or typing it all out. I try not to worry about grammar or spelling when I'm doing this exercise, because the goal is to get every thought out until a solid starting point comes to mind. If the lack of organization in brain dumping stresses you out, a mind map or more traditional outline is also a great way to get started.
7. Reward Yourself Along the Way
In the early stages of your project, take some time to break down your task into smaller sections or goals, and reward yourself upon completion of each section. Taking the time to give yourself a pat on the back and stimulating your brain with something that makes you happy is all the more reason to get back to work. Examples of some powerful incentives include: a snack break, an episode of whatever you're currently binge-watching, or a quick power nap.
To Be Your Most Productive Self, Schedule Your Day Around Your Energy Levels
There are only so many hours in a day, and as a busy person, it can be hard for me to steer clear of getting burnt out. Time management strategies are vital to avoid having to stay late at the office or the library wrapping up things before a big project or test. But now I've come to understand that implementing a plan doesn't mean finding ways to cram in as much work in as possible. It's instead about figuring out how I can complete tasks faster but with my best potential. Having a laundry list of things to do is one thing, but knowing the best way to manage my time and get them done is another.
There are so many strategies out there to help tackle time management, but what may work for you may not work for me. For some, setting a timer to complete a task, like the Pomodoro Technique suggests, helps fight procrastination; otheres like to prep every detail of their week or day in advance. But even for the busiest people, sometimes these strategies don't help.
Your daily productivity correlates with when you have the most energy, so your schedule should reflect that.
My suggested trick? Schedule work around your energy levels. Your daily productivity directly correlates with when you have the most energy, so it would only make sense that your schedule should reflect that. This strategy will not only help you manage your time better but help you learn when you perform at your best and when it might be smart to take a step back and regroup.
Simply put, determine when you're at your highest energy levels during the day and complete more critical work then. For you, that time may be first thing in the morning when your mind is fresh or after your cup of morning coffee, or maybe it's not even in the morning at all but right after dinner. It doesn't matter because this time management plan is totally personalized to your schedule. As someone who works from home, for example, I've learned that my energy levels are at their peak from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. and then again from 7 p.m to 9 p.m. I do my best to work on assignments or projects during these times and use the in-between time frame to recharge my brain, whether that means unplugging from electronics or socializing with friends.
During these high-energy levels, you should focus on tackling tasks that require extra brain power or energy. This is the best time frame in which to schedule important meetings and work that calls for creativity or a high attention span. When you're at your lowest energy levels, work on tasks that don't need your absolute attention, like cleaning your desk, or duties that can be done while multitasking, such as sending emails, making copies, or following up with coworkers on projects and presentations.
This 15-Second Stretch Can Help You Stop Slouching While You're Working From Home
@cascade.chiro Everyone needs this. ##posturecheck ##posture ##health ##healthy ##piday
If you've never worked from home before, the transition can be challenging. Unless you have a comfortable home office (or even better, a standing desk), you may find yourself slouching over your computer from your couch or bed, which can cause neck, shoulder, and back pain. One thing that can help? Good, old-fashioned stretching. Oregon-based chiropractor Chris Cooper, who goes by @cascade.chiro on TikTok, shared a video with a very simple 15-second stretch to help improve your posture, no matter your circumstances.
While sitting down, hold your palms out in front of you and turn them face up. Swing your arms out to your sides. Roll your shoulders back so your shoulder blades are pressed together, then drop them as you continue squeezing. Pull your head back so you feel like you're giving yourself a double chin, and hold this position for 15 seconds.
Feel that?
You should be able to feel your muscles contracting, and when you release, you'll feel some of the tension fall away. If you find yourself fighting tension in other muscle groups, take some time to stretch everything out - these exercises can help.
Celebrities Are Taking Beauty Rituals To a Whole New Level While Isolating, and I Can’t Stop Watching
In these weird times of social distancing, we're really getting a rare look inside people's everyday lives, their homes, and even their quirky beauty rituals. It's uncharted territory on social media right now and, quite honestly, I can't look away. January Jones is tossing loads of salt (she recommended "a whole pound, if you have it") into a warm bath and suggesting you should sit there and sweat for a while, Hilary Duff is perking herself up with a swipe of pink lipstick, and Tommy Dorfman and Kaia Gerber are "getting decent at makeup."
There's a lot of scary news out there at the moment, but if you need a little break from it all, then you've come to the right place. Keep on reading to see how celebrities are pampering themselves in quarantine and putting some pep in their step without leaving their houses. Trust us, some of these are downright hilarious and others offer surprisingly helpful tips.
Westworld Included a Major Game of Thrones Easter Egg - Dragon Included!
Game of Thrones may be over, but the spirit of the show lives on through Westworld. As Stubbs and Bernard find themselves in Park 4 in the second episode of Westworld's third season, there is a not-so-subtle nod to GOT - the pair pass through an underground area, where GOT showrunners David Benioff and D.B. Weiss make cameos as technicians. While Benioff and Weiss work in a glass room, the latter can be overheard talking about selling a host to a startup in Costa Rica. Although, this isn't your normal host - it's a dragon!
In the scene, there are also shots of hosts dressed in medieval garb, similar to the costumes from GOT, and a few photos of castles that look like Dragonstone and the Red Keep as Stubbs and Bernard step into an office. So, just what exactly is this new world? It seems like Park 4 is Medieval World from the 1973 film that Westworld is based on. While it's unlikely that the show is trying to imply that Westeros is actually a world in Delos park, it's certainly a fun reference for dedicated fans.
Westworld Included a Major Game of Thrones Easter Egg - Dragon Included!
Game of Thrones may be over, but the spirit of the show lives on through Westworld. As Stubbs and Bernard find themselves in Park 4 in the second episode of Westworld's third season, there is a not-so-subtle nod to GOT - the pair pass through an underground area, where GOT showrunners David Benioff and D.B. Weiss make cameos as technicians. While Benioff and Weiss work in a glass room, the latter can be overheard talking about selling a host to a startup in Costa Rica. Although, this isn't your normal host - it's a dragon!
In the scene, there are also shots of hosts dressed in medieval garb, similar to the costumes from GOT, and a few photos of castles that look like Dragonstone and the Red Keep as Stubbs and Bernard step into an office. So, just what exactly is this new world? It seems like Park 4 is Medieval World from the 1973 film that Westworld is based on. While it's unlikely that the show is trying to imply that Westeros is actually a world in Delos park, it's certainly a fun reference for dedicated fans.
Ranked 5th in the World, Sakura Kokumai Is the First American to Qualify For Olympic Karate
The World Karate Federation announced the first 40 athletes heading to the 2020 Tokyo Olympics today, including the first (and so far, only) American to qualify: Sakura Kokumai, a 27-year-old Hawaii native who's been doing karate for 20 years.
"21 qualifiers over the course of two years. Traveling, training, walking into the ring alone. Not easy. But I never gave up," Kokumai wrote on Instagram. "Tokyo . . . I'm coming for ya." Kokumai competes in kata, a discipline in which athletes compete alone, performing a series of precise and powerful movements in front of a panel of judges. In an interview with CNBC, Kokumai described it as "figure skating without music." (In the other Olympic discipline, kumite, athletes spar against each other to determine a winner.) Only 10 men and 10 women total will compete in Olympic kata this year, making Kokumai's qualification even more impressive.
The WKF was forced to cancel the final Olympic qualifying tournaments due to the coronavirus pandemic, Team USA reported, prompting the federation to pull in qualifiers based on their current global rankings. (For now, the Olympics themselves are set to begin in late July as planned.) Now qualified are the four highest-ranking athletes in each of the eight Olympic categories: kata and the three weight classes of kumite for men and women. The eight Japanese athletes fulfilling the host nation quota were also announced.
Kokumai might be Team USA's best hope for a medal in karate, with silver medals in two Karate1 Premier League tournaments this year and a 2019 Pan American Games gold. She's currently ranked fifth in the world. (A Japanese athlete ranked ahead of her qualified under the host country's quota, opening up a spot for Kokumai.) Karate is one of four sports debuting in Tokyo this year, and we'll definitely be keeping an eye on Kokumai as she goes for gold.
This Taylor Swift "The Man" Dance Routine Is Made For Fearless Leaders and Alpha Types
Taylor Swift's discography is great for getting up and moving (hello, "Shake It Off") and thanks to choreographer Kyle Hanagami, fans have new dance moves to go along with one of her recent hits: "The Man." Kyle hosted a class at Millennium Dance Complex in LA and taught the attendees an energetic routine that hits every beat of Taylor's track. If you're a fan of the song and can't get it out of your head, you might as well learn some choreography to go along with it. Dancers like Jazz Smith, Anthony Westlake, and Floris Bosveld demonstrated the routine and infused the moves with their own personality. I wouldn't be surprised if we see this fancy footwork on TikTok soon! Check out the full dance video above, but full disclaimer: you might start dancing in your seat.
This Taylor Swift "The Man" Dance Routine Is Made For Fearless Leaders and Alpha Types
Taylor Swift's discography is great for getting up and moving (hello, "Shake It Off") and thanks to choreographer Kyle Hanagami, fans have new dance moves to go along with one of her recent hits: "The Man." Kyle hosted a class at Millennium Dance Complex in LA and taught the attendees an energetic routine that hits every beat of Taylor's track. If you're a fan of the song and can't get it out of your head, you might as well learn some choreography to go along with it. Dancers like Jazz Smith, Anthony Westlake, and Floris Bosveld demonstrated the routine and infused the moves with their own personality. I wouldn't be surprised if we see this fancy footwork on TikTok soon! Check out the full dance video above, but full disclaimer: you might start dancing in your seat.
29 Sexy Movies Available to Stream on Netflix For Date Night This April
The weather is finally heating up, and so is Netflix's movie selection. It may not be shorts weather just yet, but Winter is finally over and it's time to start shedding those layers. Whether your thing is fun and flirty rom-coms or erotic thrillers, Netflix has a sexy movie for everyone, and there's no better way to escape April showers than with a hot and heavy flick. Planning a date night? Looking to have a steamy night for one with a big glass of wine? Then read on to find all the sexy, sultry movies that are available to stream on Netflix this April.
Sebastian Yatra Posted a Video Singing a Shawn Mendes Song, and Now I Feel Incredibly Relaxed
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Sebastian Yatra is a little blessing we didn't know we had. Don't get me wrong, ever since he came into the music scene, he's been making waves and his efforts have been duly noted, but it wasn't until this past weekend when I came across a new video he had posted on Instagram singing Shawn Mendes' song "Never Be Alone" that I found myself extremely soothed by his voice.
I obviously knew he could sing, but maybe it was the fact that this was such a spontaneous performance in his backyard - no production, no crew, just him and his guitar - that changed my perspective. It felt so intimate, like he was singing to me and only me. It was captivating, and for that minute and a half, I felt like everything was going to be OK.
"I promise that one day I'll be around / I'll keep you safe / I'll keep you sound," Yatra sang, as he continued to hypnotize me with his voice. "Right now it's pretty crazy / And I don't know how to stop / Or slow it down," he continued.
It was definitely a sound of relief during these times, and a way for Yatra to encourage his followers to stay home and follow protocol to avoid spreading COVID-19, also known as the novel Coronavirus. He's joined several other Latin artists who are doing the same and promoting it on social media with the hashtag #YoMeQuedoEnCasa (I'm staying home).
Yatra had said in a previous video that while he thankfully feels great, he was going to self-isolate at home with his family to take precautions. He said he would take the time to "make music and get some rest." While he's doing that, he's also staying connected with his fans by sharing videos that prove to be very relaxing and peaceful.
After the success of his cover of "Never Be Alone," which had over 1.2 million views in only two days, Yatra posted a stripped-down version (literally) of his song "No Hay Nadie Mas," which had fans thanking him in the comments for making them feel good.
My Girlfriend Moved In a Week Before the Coronavirus Hit - and My Weird Beauty Habits Are Shaking
I don't care what you say - everybody has a weird, secret beauty behavior. It's that one (or two) kind-of-gross thing you do behind a locked bathroom door, when your roommates just left for Target and all your friends are out of town. Hailey Bieber once told me, for example, that she could stare at her pores in a magnifying mirror for hours. Madelaine Petsch binge-watches pimple-popping videos.
As for me? I'm not exactly shy - I've been known to FaceTime with acne patches smattered across my face and my same wire retainer I've had since high school on - but it's the moments where I'm two glasses of Merlot deep, Justin Bieber's "Sorry" thumping in the background, and I've somehow found myself spread eagle in front of my bedroom mirror with at-home waxing strips and a heap of white bleach smeared above my upper lip that I think, Wow, I really hope nobody walks in right now.
We're not just living together for the first time with two other people; we're living together for the first time with two other people 24/7, while social distancing from everyone else.
Needless to say, I knew my odd proclivities would need to be mitigated when my girlfriend moved in to my NYC apartment with me and my two roommates in March (and continue to be mitigated when we find our own place in June). I never could have anticipated, however, that this would happen one week before the coronavirus pandemic hit the US, forcing people into self-isolation as a safety precaution. Now, we're not just living together for the first time with two other people; we're living together for the first time with two other people . . . 24/7, while also social distancing from everyone else. Suddenly, there's no such thing as "alone time." So, now what?
I'll tell you what. My secret beauty habits are shaking.
dimanche 22 mars 2020
Onward Is Hitting Disney+ in April - but You Can Also Watch It at Home Right Now!
With movie theater closures and everyone social distancing safely in their homes, Disney is doing all of our families a solid by releasing its latest feature film, Onward, early. Although the film just hit theaters on March 6, Disney is making it available to buy digitally or rent at home on Movies Anywhere beginning at 8 p.m. ET on March 20 for $20. And if you are a subscriber of Disney+ and want to hold out, it'll be streaming on there come April 3.
"While we're looking forward to audiences enjoying our films on the big screen again soon, given the current circumstances, we are pleased to release this fun, adventurous film to digital platforms early for audiences to enjoy from the comfort of their homes," Onward director Dan Scanlon and producer Kori Rae said in a statement.
Disney has already made this period of self-isolation a bit easier on us all with the early release of Frozen 2 on its platform, and other production companies have followed suit, offering theatrical releases on demand weeks ahead of time (Trolls World Tour three weeks early, anyone?!). Here's to a weekend of feel-good movies after a long week of homeschooling! Enjoy, friends.
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