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.
dimanche 6 septembre 2020
Our 35 Picks For the Fall's Most Exciting New Books
Nothing says fall like pumpkin spice lattes, crunchy leaves, and an abundance of new reads to look forward to. Thankfully, despite everything else in the world feeling a little upside down, fall is bringing a bevy of must-read books that are just begging to join your TBR. Publishers seem to have saved the best for last this year, with the next few months bringing new releases from the likes of Philippa Gregory, Ruth Ware, and Christina Lauren. There are also plenty of highly anticipated debuts in nearly every genre, from nonfiction to romance - and the requisite spooky reads to get you in the mood for Halloween, of course.
No matter what kind of book you're looking for, this list of the best books of the fall has you covered.
If You Don't Have Workout Equipment, Intensify Your Sweat Sessions With EMOM Training
You've incorporated water jugs, detergent bottles, maybe even a backpack of books into your at-home workout routine to make up for your lack of gym equipment - and while you should be proud of your creativity, you may be ready to switch things up. Cue EMOM training.
With Every Minute on the Minute (EMOM) training, ISSA-certified personal trainer Adam Kemp says you can significantly impact strength and muscle gains and overall conditioning.
According to Kemp, you start with a timer and do X amount of reps - let's say eight push-ups. Then for a set amount of minutes (let's try three minutes) you would do eight push-ups per minute, and rest for the remainder of each minute. After three minutes (eight push-ups every minute), you did 24 push-ups.
"Once you can complete this, you can add one rep. This is a simple way to maintain control of your movement, while also making great gains," he adds. NASM-certified personal trainer Amanda Katz also acknowledges that EMOM training is a solid way to boost the intensity of bodyweight workouts - especially if you're supplementing your lack of equipment by training for hours on end, which is unrealistic for our bodies.
Instead, she says that EMOM training provides athletes with time to complete a repetition using the full range of motion.
"One of my favorite ways to incorporate EMOM training is as a finisher. Recently, my [virtual fitness] class did four push-ups, five air squats, and six skaters. Clients had one minute to complete, repeated for three minutes. Meaning, any time they had left was theirs to recover," Katz says.
Similarly to working out with weights, practicing proper exercise form during EMOM training is the key to avoiding injuries. Katz notes that nailing technique for each move must come before increasing your speed and endurance.
Always make sure there is what Katz calls "more gas in the tank," too. Everyone's bodies react to workouts differently - if you have more energy after a workout, you know you can handle more EMOM sessions at equivalent intensity. If you find yourself running on E, always take rests and modify moves as needed.
Since you've made it this far into my EMOM explainer, you're probably interested in giving the workout a go. You can learn more about the technique and follow along with a personal-trainer backed circuit, here.
Click here for more health and wellness stories, tips, and news.
If You Don't Have Workout Equipment, Intensify Your Sweat Sessions With EMOM Training
You've incorporated water jugs, detergent bottles, maybe even a backpack of books into your at-home workout routine to make up for your lack of gym equipment - and while you should be proud of your creativity, you may be ready to switch things up. Cue EMOM training.
With Every Minute on the Minute (EMOM) training, ISSA-certified personal trainer Adam Kemp says you can significantly impact strength and muscle gains and overall conditioning.
According to Kemp, you start with a timer and do X amount of reps - let's say eight push-ups. Then for a set amount of minutes (let's try three minutes) you would do eight push-ups per minute, and rest for the remainder of each minute. After three minutes (eight push-ups every minute), you did 24 push-ups.
"Once you can complete this, you can add one rep. This is a simple way to maintain control of your movement, while also making great gains," he adds. NASM-certified personal trainer Amanda Katz also acknowledges that EMOM training is a solid way to boost the intensity of bodyweight workouts - especially if you're supplementing your lack of equipment by training for hours on end, which is unrealistic for our bodies.
Instead, she says that EMOM training provides athletes with time to complete a repetition using the full range of motion.
"One of my favorite ways to incorporate EMOM training is as a finisher. Recently, my [virtual fitness] class did four push-ups, five air squats, and six skaters. Clients had one minute to complete, repeated for three minutes. Meaning, any time they had left was theirs to recover," Katz says.
Similarly to working out with weights, practicing proper exercise form during EMOM training is the key to avoiding injuries. Katz notes that nailing technique for each move must come before increasing your speed and endurance.
Always make sure there is what Katz calls "more gas in the tank," too. Everyone's bodies react to workouts differently - if you have more energy after a workout, you know you can handle more EMOM sessions at equivalent intensity. If you find yourself running on E, always take rests and modify moves as needed.
Since you've made it this far into my EMOM explainer, you're probably interested in giving the workout a go. You can learn more about the technique and follow along with a personal-trainer backed circuit, here.
Click here for more health and wellness stories, tips, and news.
All 6 Seasons of Sister, Sister and Other New Shows For Your Kids on Netflix in 2020
Although Netflix features seasons of cable-network shows, it's the Netflix Originals for kids that we find to be some of the service's best content for little ones. From toddlers' shows that make screen time feel educational, like Word Party, to silly shows that help them unwind, Netflix is chock-full of episodic series that our kids love.
Keep reading to see which Netflix kids' shows are getting new seasons in 2020, and learn what new original series for children are coming to the service. If you want even more to add to your kids' queue, see which shows were added to Netflix in 2019, and don't forget the new movies added to the service in 2020.
Related: 7 Family Movies Still Coming Out in 2020 That Your Kids Will Want to See
New Thrillers From Will Ferguson, Gina LaManna, and More Hitting Shelves in September
There's really no bad season to read thrillers, but it's especially enticing when the long, chilly nights of fall begin. That puts September's best thriller and mystery reads at a bit of an advantage, because they're arriving at just the right time to capitalize on those first long-awaited days of the season. Luckily for us, this month's crop of mystery-fueled new releases are especially intriguing - there are domestic thrillers in the vein of Big Little Liars, a new mystery from J.D. Robb, and a buzzy genre debut from Alyssa Cole, who is best known for crafting passionate romances. The one thing all of September's new thrillers have in common is that they'll keep you up way past your bedtime as you try to unravel their deliciously twisty plots.
New Thrillers From Will Ferguson, Gina LaManna, and More Hitting Shelves in September
There's really no bad season to read thrillers, but it's especially enticing when the long, chilly nights of fall begin. That puts September's best thriller and mystery reads at a bit of an advantage, because they're arriving at just the right time to capitalize on those first long-awaited days of the season. Luckily for us, this month's crop of mystery-fueled new releases are especially intriguing - there are domestic thrillers in the vein of Big Little Liars, a new mystery from J.D. Robb, and a buzzy genre debut from Alyssa Cole, who is best known for crafting passionate romances. The one thing all of September's new thrillers have in common is that they'll keep you up way past your bedtime as you try to unravel their deliciously twisty plots.
We're All Ears! These Are the 10 Best New Podcasts to Debut in August 2020
Whether you listen to podcasts for education or entertainment, it's always fun to discover a new series. Maybe true-crime podcasts are your thing. Perhaps you're looking for podcasts to keep you informed on current events. Whatever the case, there's a podcast out there for everyone, and some seriously good ones have debuted this August. From a hilarious series hosted by Busy Philipps to a terrifying true-crime podcast about killer doctors, you're sure to find a new podcast from this month that makes your commute more bearable. Check out the gallery for the 10 best podcasts to debut in August 2020.
Related: It's Official: These Are the Most Fascinating New Podcasts to Debut in July 2020
We're All Ears! These Are the 10 Best New Podcasts to Debut in August 2020
Whether you listen to podcasts for education or entertainment, it's always fun to discover a new series. Maybe true-crime podcasts are your thing. Perhaps you're looking for podcasts to keep you informed on current events. Whatever the case, there's a podcast out there for everyone, and some seriously good ones have debuted this August. From a hilarious series hosted by Busy Philipps to a terrifying true-crime podcast about killer doctors, you're sure to find a new podcast from this month that makes your commute more bearable. Check out the gallery for the 10 best podcasts to debut in August 2020.
Related: It's Official: These Are the Most Fascinating New Podcasts to Debut in July 2020
samedi 5 septembre 2020
16 Reality Shows About Surviving the Elements That You Can Stream Right Now
Not everyone has what it takes to tame the wilderness. Some people can't even survive a night spent in a tent in their own backyard. But even if you're not the next Bear Grylls, survival TV shows are ridiculously entertaining to watch (especially when you watch them from the comfort of your temperature-controlled home). From reality competition series to survivalist docuseries, there are tons of fascinating shows about survival available to stream right now, and - aside from being fun to watch - they might also provide you with some useful tips for taking on the wild. Check out the gallery for all the best survival shows streaming right now.
This Upper-Body Pilates Workout Is Designed to Advance Your Practice
The core is the star of most Pilates sessions - it's true - but refocusing your attention to your arm strength could help you break through a Pilates plateau.
According to certified Pilates instructor and founding kuudose expert Keisa Parrish, the strength of your arms won't make or break you while taking a virtual Pilates class, but is useful.
"I would say, however, strong arms are important in advanced Pilates exercises - especially [those] done on Pilates machines (tower, chair, reformer, etc.). You are using your arms to lift, hold, push, or pull your body weight as you stabilize and strengthen the trunk or lower body," she adds.
Strengthening your upper body with Parrish's moves could be the push you need to advance in your Pilates practice. As you go, though, remember to take rests and modify exercises as needed!
And while personal growth is a great benefit of her circuit, my favorite part about this workout is that these moves double as a warmup - although I can't say the same about cooling down.
After your sweat, Parrish says to roll your shoulders back and forth four times in each direction, do a tricep stretch, and a chest opener stretch with a forward fold bend.
Here's What It Means For a Player to Have the Advantage (or Ad) in Tennis
If you're new to tennis, you probably have some questions about the scoring. For example, you might see a player's score change to "ad," which is short for advantage.
This term is used only when a game is tied 40-all - meaning, each player has scored three times, otherwise known as deuce - and a player must then score two consecutive points in order to win. A player gains the advantage when they've scored once, because they only need one more point to win, while their opponent would need to score twice.
Outside of professional tennis, the term "ad" is also used in a few variations, depending on whether or not the player with the advantage is also the server at the time. Let's say you're serving when you get the advantage - you could say, "ad in" or "my ad." If the opposite happens, and your opponent gets the advantage on your serve, this would be called "ad out" or "your ad."
Either way, if the player without the advantage scores next, the score returns to 40-40, and play continues until someone scores twice in a row. As you can imagine, this can take a long time, especially at the elite level.
The Health, Fitness, and Wellness Products We're Loving For September
Hello, fall! We're excited for getting cozy in the crisper weather, but we're also into hiking, outdoor workouts, and healthy snacks. Check out the health and fitness products our Fitness editors are loving this month.
The Health, Fitness, and Wellness Products We're Loving For September
Hello, fall! We're excited for getting cozy in the crisper weather, but we're also into hiking, outdoor workouts, and healthy snacks. Check out the health and fitness products our Fitness editors are loving this month.
The Books on Schitt's Creek Are Easter Eggs, and Now We Need to Rewatch Everything
In season one of Schitt's Creek, David takes a break from sharing a small room with Alexis and moves to his parents' room while they're away for the night. He leans back and starts to read a book called A Rare Sophistication: A Higher Aesthetic. Upon further research, it turns out the book is fake. In fact, Canadian Broadcasting Corporation confirmed all the works of literature the characters read are fictional.
Schitt's Creek hides these faux literary Easter eggs in its episodes as a running gag that can be easily overlooked as props unless we pay close attention - I write this after what seems like my 10th marathon-watch. The texts don't drive the episodes, and they're rarely discussed in scenes, but that's because they're likely meant for the viewers, not the characters. Most of the book titles are either related to an episodic plot or a character's personality. Ted gifting Alexis a copy of Opening Your Hearts to Animals: A Guide to the Benefits of Caring For Something Other Than Yourself after she expresses having a hard time around animals is a prime example of art imitating life on this show. Alexis is often self-absorbed at the start of the series (especially the first time she dates Ted) but later undergoes a major transformation.
Moira ostensibly shares a similar trait with her daughter, but her reading choices are more thematic; for instance, she reads A Knock on the Door in the episode "The Affair" after drunkenly knocking on Roland Schitt's hotel-room door, which sets off rumors of a one-night stand between them; she's reading A Hint of Amnesia in the "Open Mic" episode after inadvertently learning the sex of Roland and Jocelyn's baby and forgetting about it. In one of her more animated scenes, she's manning the reception desk at the motel and reading Blood Option; this pick can be taken to signal a subsequent scene where she makes up a story about the motel to get an ornery guest to take down a negative review. One of the lines she uses against him is: "When people ask me, why do you work here for nothing? I tell them, this is my flesh and blood!"
Then there's Stevie, who spends most days (early in the series) reading a book or playing solitaire because she doesn't like social interaction. On several occasions, Stevie's caught reading Banshees on a Plane, which can probably be an accurate description of the Roses, especially Moira, whose penchant for dramatic shrieks becomes one of the many trademarks of her character. Stevie also reads Cypher Mind in "Carl's Funeral," which is ironic because she too has a bit of a "cypher" mind and is hard to gauge. In the same episode, David is shocked to find her getting wasted with her strange cousins, and she and David later get high and hook up. And in season six, Johnny gifts Stevie a business book he wrote titled Fast Forward to Success, which foreshadows the good news we see later in the season. It's also probably the only book to impact the plot in that it directly inspires their plans for the Rosebud Motel Group expansion.
In the same season, Patrick is seen reading The Snowy Nook at the end of the episode "The Incident," where David accidentally pees on the bed. Given how embarrassed David gets, the choice of book, which seems romantic, could be a sign of Patrick accepting all of David's idiosyncrasies and wanting to build a life with him. It also seems to foreshadow the idyllic house they buy at the end of the series. David thinks it looks like Kate Winslet's cottage in The Holiday, which incidentally is covered in fake snow in the movie. Coincidence? I think not.
Much like The Snowy Nook and Fast Forward to Success, most of these works also seem to be offering relief to their readers, a coping mechanism that's specifically catered to their needs that are not being met in their current surroundings. Moira and Stevie both struggle with the small-town life and lack of mobility, so we can surmise they lose themselves in books and use them as armor against the outside world. Stevie finds relief in Johnny's business book because it helps her realize her career goals. Moira reads Sterling Bridges: The Actor's Actor during Twyla's murder-mystery party, which seems like a nod to her faux enthusiasm for the party; it also seems to signal her desire to get back into acting, especially right after she declines The Crows Have Eyes' movie sequel in the previous episode.
David's relief comes from A Rare Sophistication, which we see on his nightstand several times, when he's "trying very hard not to connect with people right now." It accurately represents his character because he's used to an upscale lifestyle he's not finding in Schitt's Creek - ranging from his Parisian eye creams to his monochromatic sartorial choices. Reading the book may remind him of his former life, but it appears to also be a source of inspiration he's not finding around him, at least not at first. In fact, we can argue he's applied the book's tenets to his own store Rose Apothecary because "One of a Kind" is printed on the storefront window.
David finds his purpose in Rose Apothecary, and as the other characters find their own by the series finale, we don't see them reading as frequently. It seems they no longer have to hide behind their books and from schitty situations because their relief has manifested into reality. This realization reaffirms the theory that Schitt's Creek wields literature to frame its stories and tangibly track its characters' journeys. The literature may be fake, but the emotions and growth are genuine. It's only fair the finale is called a "Happy Ending."
The Books on Schitt's Creek Are Easter Eggs, and Now We Need to Rewatch Everything
In season one of Schitt's Creek, David takes a break from sharing a small room with Alexis and moves to his parents' room while they're away for the night. He leans back and starts to read a book called A Rare Sophistication: A Higher Aesthetic. Upon further research, it turns out the book is fake. In fact, Canadian Broadcasting Corporation confirmed all the works of literature the characters read are fictional.
Schitt's Creek hides these faux literary Easter eggs in its episodes as a running gag that can be easily overlooked as props unless we pay close attention - I write this after what seems like my 10th marathon-watch. The texts don't drive the episodes, and they're rarely discussed in scenes, but that's because they're likely meant for the viewers, not the characters. Most of the book titles are either related to an episodic plot or a character's personality. Ted gifting Alexis a copy of Opening Your Hearts to Animals: A Guide to the Benefits of Caring For Something Other Than Yourself after she expresses having a hard time around animals is a prime example of art imitating life on this show. Alexis is often self-absorbed at the start of the series (especially the first time she dates Ted) but later undergoes a major transformation.
Moira ostensibly shares a similar trait with her daughter, but her reading choices are more thematic; for instance, she reads A Knock on the Door in the episode "The Affair" after drunkenly knocking on Roland Schitt's hotel-room door, which sets off rumors of a one-night stand between them; she's reading A Hint of Amnesia in the "Open Mic" episode after inadvertently learning the sex of Roland and Jocelyn's baby and forgetting about it. In one of her more animated scenes, she's manning the reception desk at the motel and reading Blood Option; this pick can be taken to signal a subsequent scene where she makes up a story about the motel to get an ornery guest to take down a negative review. One of the lines she uses against him is: "When people ask me, why do you work here for nothing? I tell them, this is my flesh and blood!"
Then there's Stevie, who spends most days (early in the series) reading a book or playing solitaire because she doesn't like social interaction. On several occasions, Stevie's caught reading Banshees on a Plane, which can probably be an accurate description of the Roses, especially Moira, whose penchant for dramatic shrieks becomes one of the many trademarks of her character. Stevie also reads Cypher Mind in "Carl's Funeral," which is ironic because she too has a bit of a "cypher" mind and is hard to gauge. In the same episode, David is shocked to find her getting wasted with her strange cousins, and she and David later get high and hook up. And in season six, Johnny gifts Stevie a business book he wrote titled Fast Forward to Success, which foreshadows the good news we see later in the season. It's also probably the only book to impact the plot in that it directly inspires their plans for the Rosebud Motel Group expansion.
In the same season, Patrick is seen reading The Snowy Nook at the end of the episode "The Incident," where David accidentally pees on the bed. Given how embarrassed David gets, the choice of book, which seems romantic, could be a sign of Patrick accepting all of David's idiosyncrasies and wanting to build a life with him. It also seems to foreshadow the idyllic house they buy at the end of the series. David thinks it looks like Kate Winslet's cottage in The Holiday, which incidentally is covered in fake snow in the movie. Coincidence? I think not.
Much like The Snowy Nook and Fast Forward to Success, most of these works also seem to be offering relief to their readers, a coping mechanism that's specifically catered to their needs that are not being met in their current surroundings. Moira and Stevie both struggle with the small-town life and lack of mobility, so we can surmise they lose themselves in books and use them as armor against the outside world. Stevie finds relief in Johnny's business book because it helps her realize her career goals. Moira reads Sterling Bridges: The Actor's Actor during Twyla's murder-mystery party, which seems like a nod to her faux enthusiasm for the party; it also seems to signal her desire to get back into acting, especially right after she declines The Crows Have Eyes' movie sequel in the previous episode.
David's relief comes from A Rare Sophistication, which we see on his nightstand several times, when he's "trying very hard not to connect with people right now." It accurately represents his character because he's used to an upscale lifestyle he's not finding in Schitt's Creek - ranging from his Parisian eye creams to his monochromatic sartorial choices. Reading the book may remind him of his former life, but it appears to also be a source of inspiration he's not finding around him, at least not at first. In fact, we can argue he's applied the book's tenets to his own store Rose Apothecary because "One of a Kind" is printed on the storefront window.
David finds his purpose in Rose Apothecary, and as the other characters find their own by the series finale, we don't see them reading as frequently. It seems they no longer have to hide behind their books and from schitty situations because their relief has manifested into reality. This realization reaffirms the theory that Schitt's Creek wields literature to frame its stories and tangibly track its characters' journeys. The literature may be fake, but the emotions and growth are genuine. It's only fair the finale is called a "Happy Ending."
Lovecraft Country's Latest Episode Ends on a Hell of a Cliffhanger - And We Have Questions
While Lovecraft Country's third episode, "Holy Ghost," felt like a horror movie, episode four, "A History of Violence," has Atticus, Letitia, and Montrose on an Indiana Jones-level adventure during the search for Titus Braithwaite's vault. Eventually our trio loses the rest of the uninvited group (Hippolyta, Dee, and Tree) and are victorious in their quest to find Titus's pages. Just as it seems things are looking up for our heroes, Montrose slits the throat of the mysterious tattooed woman.
This left me wondering if he's actually a villain in the story or just misguided in his attempt to protect his family. Whether or not Montrose is the bad guy wasn't the only question I had after this episode. Here are all the answers you may need after watching Lovecraft Country's fourth episode!
What Is the Significance of the Order of Ancient Dawn?
"Adam named. Eve f*cked. God brought forth monsters. Monsters devoured. God smites Eve." These are the words we see Montrose read from Order of Ancient Dawn before he burns the book. Later in the episode, he uses these words as the code to keep the group from falling to their death as a result of a disappearing plank. When Atticus asks how Montrose knows the code, Montrose finally tells the group it's because George had given him the book the night he died. Order of Ancient Dawn, the bylaws for the Sons of Adam, is one of the books George looks at during their imprisonment at Ardham. It's the reason Montrose knows so much about the group.
How Does Hippolyta Get the Orrery?
While searching for Dee during "Holy Ghost," Hippolyta is drawn to the room with the orrery in the Winthrop house. When Letitia's neighbors are trying to vandalize the home, it's gone. This suggests that she takes the orrery during the commotion of the housewarming party. As to why she takes it (she's not aware of the fact it's the key to Hyram's time machine), she likely swipes it due to her fascination with the stars. Another theory is that some bigger force is driving her to it, especially because it almost seems as though she's drawn to the object, as if in a trance.
Is Captain Lancaster in the Sons of Adam?
It's unclear whether Lancaster is officially a member of the Sons of Adam. In "Holy Ghost," he's the one that tells Letitia about the bodies buried under her house and it's implied he's the one that supplies them to former Winthrop House owner Hyram. During his conversation with Christina, he talks about "his lodge" in reference to being a follower of Hyram and Horatio. Horatio's sect isn't official, which suggests that Lancaster's membership isn't either. Regardless of the legitimacy of his membership, some sh*t is bound to go down between Lancaster and Atticus based on his knowledge of the Sons of Adam and the fact he literally has someone imprisoned in a secret closet.
What Does William, Christina's Henchman, Want With Ruby?
Christina Braithwaite has plans for the Winthrop house and is keeping tabs on Letitia, Atticus, and their families. William is her henchman and will do anything for Christina. We don't know what his motives are with Ruby, particularly with how their tryst ends up. While I'd like to think he will actually change her life, there's a better chance something sinister is at work. Perhaps Christina plans on using Ruby as a bargaining chip for Letitia and access to the Winthrop house?
How Does Atticus Find Titus Braithwaite's Pages?
Montrose spends most of the episode being shady as sh*t with how he knows so much about Titus and the Sons of Adam. In order to find the pages, the group has to go to a museum in Boston in the hopes that his vault is in a wing he had dedicated to himself. Montrose's knowledge pays off and after the moonlight shines just right on a ridiculous statue of Titus and some crocodiles, they lower themselves into an empty cavern. It wouldn't be a true adventure without booby traps, so along with a disappearing plank and a swinging blade, they have to worry about the rising tide.
As they go deeper into the tunnel, they discover it's connected to Letitia's house via a magic elevator. After choosing to continue on, rather than use the elevator to get to safety, the trio find the remnants of an arm in a lock that needs blood. Lucky for Atticus, he has Titus's blood in his veins, so despite a flesh wound, he's able to open the vault relatively unscathed and find the pages in a macabre room of mummified bodies.
Who Is the Tattooed Woman?
Yahima is a two-spirit individual who Titus found on his journeys and used to decipher the language from the Book of names. When she refused to help him any longer, he imprisoned her in the remnants of a ship in his vault along with the bodies of her people as a twisted way of making good on a promise. When Atticus stumbles upon her, she's in a mummified state and springs to life after they try to retrieve Titus's pages. After the group escapes the vault, Yahima and Atticus come to the conclusion that Titus enchanted her to become a siren should she ever escape so that she couldn't speak.
Why Does Montrose Kill the Tattooed Woman?
Montrose burns the Order of Ancient Dawn and does all he can to prevent Atticus from learning about the Sons of Adam. Here's hoping the next few episodes answer whether or not Montrose is trying to protect Atticus or if he's an entirely new evil that's plagued with his own demons. Regardless of the answer, it's incredibly cruel how he slits Yahima's throat as soon as she feels safe with the group. There certainly had to be a better way to keep her from deciphering the pages.
Lovecraft Country's Latest Episode Ends on a Hell of a Cliffhanger - And We Have Questions
While Lovecraft Country's third episode, "Holy Ghost," felt like a horror movie, episode four, "A History of Violence," has Atticus, Letitia, and Montrose on an Indiana Jones-level adventure during the search for Titus Braithwaite's vault. Eventually our trio loses the rest of the uninvited group (Hippolyta, Dee, and Tree) and are victorious in their quest to find Titus's pages. Just as it seems things are looking up for our heroes, Montrose slits the throat of the mysterious tattooed woman.
This left me wondering if he's actually a villain in the story or just misguided in his attempt to protect his family. Whether or not Montrose is the bad guy wasn't the only question I had after this episode. Here are all the answers you may need after watching Lovecraft Country's fourth episode!
What Is the Significance of the Order of Ancient Dawn?
"Adam named. Eve f*cked. God brought forth monsters. Monsters devoured. God smites Eve." These are the words we see Montrose read from Order of Ancient Dawn before he burns the book. Later in the episode, he uses these words as the code to keep the group from falling to their death as a result of a disappearing plank. When Atticus asks how Montrose knows the code, Montrose finally tells the group it's because George had given him the book the night he died. Order of Ancient Dawn, the bylaws for the Sons of Adam, is one of the books George looks at during their imprisonment at Ardham. It's the reason Montrose knows so much about the group.
How Does Hippolyta Get the Orrery?
While searching for Dee during "Holy Ghost," Hippolyta is drawn to the room with the orrery in the Winthrop house. When Letitia's neighbors are trying to vandalize the home, it's gone. This suggests that she takes the orrery during the commotion of the housewarming party. As to why she takes it (she's not aware of the fact it's the key to Hyram's time machine), she likely swipes it due to her fascination with the stars. Another theory is that some bigger force is driving her to it, especially because it almost seems as though she's drawn to the object, as if in a trance.
Is Captain Lancaster in the Sons of Adam?
It's unclear whether Lancaster is officially a member of the Sons of Adam. In "Holy Ghost," he's the one that tells Letitia about the bodies buried under her house and it's implied he's the one that supplies them to former Winthrop House owner Hyram. During his conversation with Christina, he talks about "his lodge" in reference to being a follower of Hyram and Horatio. Horatio's sect isn't official, which suggests that Lancaster's membership isn't either. Regardless of the legitimacy of his membership, some sh*t is bound to go down between Lancaster and Atticus based on his knowledge of the Sons of Adam and the fact he literally has someone imprisoned in a secret closet.
What Does William, Christina's Henchman, Want With Ruby?
Christina Braithwaite has plans for the Winthrop house and is keeping tabs on Letitia, Atticus, and their families. William is her henchman and will do anything for Christina. We don't know what his motives are with Ruby, particularly with how their tryst ends up. While I'd like to think he will actually change her life, there's a better chance something sinister is at work. Perhaps Christina plans on using Ruby as a bargaining chip for Letitia and access to the Winthrop house?
How Does Atticus Find Titus Braithwaite's Pages?
Montrose spends most of the episode being shady as sh*t with how he knows so much about Titus and the Sons of Adam. In order to find the pages, the group has to go to a museum in Boston in the hopes that his vault is in a wing he had dedicated to himself. Montrose's knowledge pays off and after the moonlight shines just right on a ridiculous statue of Titus and some crocodiles, they lower themselves into an empty cavern. It wouldn't be a true adventure without booby traps, so along with a disappearing plank and a swinging blade, they have to worry about the rising tide.
As they go deeper into the tunnel, they discover it's connected to Letitia's house via a magic elevator. After choosing to continue on, rather than use the elevator to get to safety, the trio find the remnants of an arm in a lock that needs blood. Lucky for Atticus, he has Titus's blood in his veins, so despite a flesh wound, he's able to open the vault relatively unscathed and find the pages in a macabre room of mummified bodies.
Who Is the Tattooed Woman?
Yahima is a two-spirit individual who Titus found on his journeys and used to decipher the language from the Book of names. When she refused to help him any longer, he imprisoned her in the remnants of a ship in his vault along with the bodies of her people as a twisted way of making good on a promise. When Atticus stumbles upon her, she's in a mummified state and springs to life after they try to retrieve Titus's pages. After the group escapes the vault, Yahima and Atticus come to the conclusion that Titus enchanted her to become a siren should she ever escape so that she couldn't speak.
Why Does Montrose Kill the Tattooed Woman?
Montrose burns the Order of Ancient Dawn and does all he can to prevent Atticus from learning about the Sons of Adam. Here's hoping the next few episodes answer whether or not Montrose is trying to protect Atticus or if he's an entirely new evil that's plagued with his own demons. Regardless of the answer, it's incredibly cruel how he slits Yahima's throat as soon as she feels safe with the group. There certainly had to be a better way to keep her from deciphering the pages.
How to Train Your Dragon 2 Is Hitting Netflix in September! See More Kids' Movies Added in 2020
Although there are plenty of amazing movies for kids on Netflix already, each month we look forward to the fresh titles that will be added to the service - whether they are brand new or make us feel all of the nostalgia. In 2020, Netflix started us off with a nostalgic batch of family movies and a few new hits, and we can't wait to see what else is in store.
Read ahead to see which movies will be added to Netflix for kids and families in May, and bookmark this page to see what'll be new each month! (And if Disney is your jam, see which Disney movies are still on Netflix before they make the switch over to Disney+.)
Related: 7 Family Movies Still Coming Out in 2020 That Your Kids Will Want to See
The Ladies of Riverdale Just Made a TikTok Account, and I've Never Clicked "Follow" Faster
Riverdale's leading ladies just made a TikTok account together, and they're already churning out some A+ content. While quarantining in Vancouver ahead of filming the fifth season of the show, Camila Mendes, Lili Reinhart, and Madelaine Petsch created a collective TikTok on Thursday to share how they've been staying busy. Referring to themselves as "Lamila Petschart" with the username @blondebrunetteredhead, the actresses have been posting various videos, and they're certainly keeping us entertained.
In a hilarious TikTok Camila also reposted to her Instagram, she and Lili danced in impressive coordination to "Fergalicious," joining in on the popular dance challenge from earlier in the summer. Madelaine and Camila also shared themselves practicing the "WAP challenge" in another video, which ended with Camila falling on the floor, so we can probably expect to see the full dance soon. Keep scrolling to see the best TikToks these three have posted together so far.
The Ladies of Riverdale Just Made a TikTok Account, and I've Never Clicked "Follow" Faster
Riverdale's leading ladies just made a TikTok account together, and they're already churning out some A+ content. While quarantining in Vancouver ahead of filming the fifth season of the show, Camila Mendes, Lili Reinhart, and Madelaine Petsch created a collective TikTok on Thursday to share how they've been staying busy. Referring to themselves as "Lamila Petschart" with the username @blondebrunetteredhead, the actresses have been posting various videos, and they're certainly keeping us entertained.
In a hilarious TikTok Camila also reposted to her Instagram, she and Lili danced in impressive coordination to "Fergalicious," joining in on the popular dance challenge from earlier in the summer. Madelaine and Camila also shared themselves practicing the "WAP challenge" in another video, which ended with Camila falling on the floor, so we can probably expect to see the full dance soon. Keep scrolling to see the best TikToks these three have posted together so far.
28 Coming-of-Age Movies From the '90s That Are Sure to Get You in Your Feels
Though movies from all genres are considered coming-of-age films, they all share one thing in common: a young protagonist having their first brush with adulthood. And while we can't scientifically prove that the best coming-of-age movies came to us in the '90s, there's no denying that the notoriously angsty decade produced some pretty great films about growing up that remain relatable classics we keep re-watching. Check out the gallery ahead for all the must-watch flicks about the pros and cons of growing up released in the '90s.
Target Your Core and Glutes With These 4 Intense, Equipment-Free Moves From Halle Berry
Halle Berry is back on her Fitness Friday Instagram game, and we couldn't be happier about it. This is the place where one of our favorite fit celebs shares her go-to ab workouts, favorite back-sculpting moves, and top resistance-band exercises, along with so much more. We tapped into her story today with high hopes, and Berry didn't disappoint us: she shared four moves to work your core and glutes, featuring none other than her son, Maceo!
Why the kid cameo? We'll let Berry explain. "With all the chaos that comes with virtual online learning, it can be difficult for little kids to stay energized and engaged," she wrote on Instagram. "So today, I thought I would throw my son Maceo into my workout! Fun for him and *necessary* for me!"
Check out Berry's moves ahead and try them in your own workout to work your glutes and core, using your bodyweight, dumbbells, or, you know, a child - whatever's easiest!
28 Coming-of-Age Movies From the '90s That Are Sure to Get You in Your Feels
Though movies from all genres are considered coming-of-age films, they all share one thing in common: a young protagonist having their first brush with adulthood. And while we can't scientifically prove that the best coming-of-age movies came to us in the '90s, there's no denying that the notoriously angsty decade produced some pretty great films about growing up that remain relatable classics we keep re-watching. Check out the gallery ahead for all the must-watch flicks about the pros and cons of growing up released in the '90s.
Target Your Core and Glutes With These 4 Intense, Equipment-Free Moves From Halle Berry
Halle Berry is back on her Fitness Friday Instagram game, and we couldn't be happier about it. This is the place where one of our favorite fit celebs shares her go-to ab workouts, favorite back-sculpting moves, and top resistance-band exercises, along with so much more. We tapped into her story today with high hopes, and Berry didn't disappoint us: she shared four moves to work your core and glutes, featuring none other than her son, Maceo!
Why the kid cameo? We'll let Berry explain. "With all the chaos that comes with virtual online learning, it can be difficult for little kids to stay energized and engaged," she wrote on Instagram. "So today, I thought I would throw my son Maceo into my workout! Fun for him and *necessary* for me!"
Check out Berry's moves ahead and try them in your own workout to work your glutes and core, using your bodyweight, dumbbells, or, you know, a child - whatever's easiest!
16 Disney+ Movies That Are Perfect For the Spooky Season
Spooky season is upon us, and nothing can beat the cozy, nostalgic feeling of curling up on a sofa and watching a Disney movie. Disney doesn't exactly do horror movies, but it has released its fair share of gently scary features! Now that Disney+ is fully here, you'll be able to access Disney's entire movie vault, including creepy-crawly classics. While you could sift through each Treehouse of Horror episode on The Simpsons (also on Disney+), you can check out the entertainment giant's Halloween-geared movies as well. Read ahead for Disney+'s spookiest selection of movies for both kids and adults alike, from Halloweentown to Hocus Pocus.
Netflix's Love, Guaranteed Is Worth Watching Just For the Insane Amount of Cozy Coats
If you're sitting down for a viewing of Netflix's latest romantic comedy, Love, Guaranteed, brace yourself for some major wardrobe envy. The film is set in Seattle during autumn, and Pacific Northwesterners know what that means: coat weather. However, you won't find any puffer jackets here.
Our hero, Susan (played by She's All That star Rachael Leigh Cook) prefers sleek, double-breasted camel coats, Ted Baker wrap coats, and crimson numbers with upturned collars. The lawyer is so broke that she can't afford a water cooler for her employees, but thank goodness her coat collection is thriving, right? The movie may be cheesy, but we can't help lusting after these wool blends - especially with fall fashion on our minds.
Ahead, take a look at all of Susan's coats, plus some that leading man Nick (Damon Wayans Jr.) and villain Tamara (Heather Graham) wear. We did manage to find some exact matches, along with some very similar looks.
25 Bestselling Leggings We Honestly Can't Believe Are on Sale Right Now
Let's be real: We always need new leggings, and as much fun as it is to shop for them, it's even more fun when they're on sale. When we go to put our favorite pairs in our shopping cart, and they just so happen to be discounted, it feels almost euphoric. Right now, so many of us are working from home, and leggings have become our new uniform. The Labor Day sales are upon us, so if you're wondering what to shop, we'd recommend leggings.
What are we into right now? Well, Alo's bestselling moto leggings have been discounted, and it's really a treat. Plus, there are such cute pairs available from Nike, Bandier, and Zella. There are so many great styles at a discount right now, and if you're staying at home, you might as well shop online. Don't wait a second longer, and shop your favorites before they're gone!
Related: These 49 Fitness Deals Will Have You Even More Excited For Labor Day Weekend
16 Disney+ Movies That Are Perfect For the Spooky Season
Spooky season is upon us, and nothing can beat the cozy, nostalgic feeling of curling up on a sofa and watching a Disney movie. Disney doesn't exactly do horror movies, but it has released its fair share of gently scary features! Now that Disney+ is fully here, you'll be able to access Disney's entire movie vault, including creepy-crawly classics. While you could sift through each Treehouse of Horror episode on The Simpsons (also on Disney+), you can check out the entertainment giant's Halloween-geared movies as well. Read ahead for Disney+'s spookiest selection of movies for both kids and adults alike, from Halloweentown to Hocus Pocus.
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I'm Obsessed With Skin Care, and This Is My Morning Routine
Today, I consider my skin care routine to be a ritualistic moment of self-care, but that wasn't always the case. I didn't really have a skin care routine in high school, until a battle with acne left me no choice. I had to start slowly and work my way up. An esthetician once told me that with my skin, less is more. I have combination, sensitive, and acne-prone skin, so even the slightest thing will break me out. Because of this, I've had to be very discerning about my routine, and while there are still some things I'm trying out, I've basically got my morning skin care down to a science.
Through all that I've learned about skin care, perhaps the most important thing might be to listen to your skin. You know what's going on with your face better than anyone, and the more in tune you are with your skin, the more effective your skin care will be. Also, it's important to note that I'm not a doctor or esthetician, just someone who wants constantly glowy, clear skin. These are the 15 products I use to get there.
I'm Obsessed With Skin Care, and This Is My Morning Routine
Today, I consider my skin care routine to be a ritualistic moment of self-care, but that wasn't always the case. I didn't really have a skin care routine in high school, until a battle with acne left me no choice. I had to start slowly and work my way up. An esthetician once told me that with my skin, less is more. I have combination, sensitive, and acne-prone skin, so even the slightest thing will break me out. Because of this, I've had to be very discerning about my routine, and while there are still some things I'm trying out, I've basically got my morning skin care down to a science.
Through all that I've learned about skin care, perhaps the most important thing might be to listen to your skin. You know what's going on with your face better than anyone, and the more in tune you are with your skin, the more effective your skin care will be. Also, it's important to note that I'm not a doctor or esthetician, just someone who wants constantly glowy, clear skin. These are the 15 products I use to get there.
8 Shoe Styles You Should Own - From Comfy Flats to Statement Heels
We could never have too many shoes. Sometimes we think that truly may be the case. However, we don't have the budget (or closet space, for that matter) to jump on every single trend. To make your shopping experience more seamless, we narrowed it down to 8 staple shoe styles that every woman should own at least one of.
Take a look and follow our trusted footwear plan, so that no matter the occasion you'll always be set. We've found them all, from attention-grabbing statement heels to your favorite pair of sneakers. Keep scrolling to see our absolute must haves.
- Additional Reporting by Hannah Weil McKinley
"We're Being Confronted": Energy Healer Millana Snow on Racism in Wellness
Millana Snow has been in the wellness world for ten years, which means she's seen a lot. She's experienced a lot. And one thing she knows: the lack of diversity in fitness has been an issue for a long time.
"When the Black Lives Matter movement really got the attention that it needed to have, people came to me because they identified me as a Black woman in the space of healing," said Snow, an energy healer and the founder of Wellness Official. "But I have been helping people in this way for ten years."
It was frustrating, Snow told POPSUGAR. She had been sharing her message and her skills for a long time, and yet, it seemed like they weren't valid or valued "until there was social pressure for people to align themselves with people that looked like me." Snow is Black, Latina, and white, and she does what she does "independent of what physical form I come in," she explained. "It was like I was getting attention because of the way that I looked as a Black woman, instead of just getting the respect as a person who has been doing the work for a long time and has a lot to share."
"It's the unseen, unconscious pattern of taking from those that you think that you can benefit from, because you perceive them to be less than you."
In her years in wellness, Snow has experienced the effects of racism herself, something she's only recently shared publicly. In her previous business, Snow had a difficult experience with her business partners, one she described as bullying and slanderous. "It just so happened that these were two white women," she said. At first, she didn't realize it had anything to do with race. The wake-up call came when she saw Get Out, the groundbreaking Jordan Peele movie that personified the horrors of racism and modern colonization.
"In my own way, symbolically, that was actually my experience," Snow explained. "There was a deeper implication, because of this pattern in history of what colonizing actually is. It doesn't mean that it's just white people that do that. It's the unseen, unconscious pattern of taking from those that you think that you can benefit from, because you perceive them to be less than you." She points out that it's not just Black people who experience this either. "Frankly, it's happening to people of every gender, race, cultural background."
Snow has also experienced what she called the "other side" of racism in wellness. When she first started out in wellness, she got a lot of attention. "I was getting a lot of press," she said. "I'm a model. I did a lot of TV and fashion. I'm a light-skinned woman." She realized, though, that she was being tokenized. "When they needed someone of color, I was the one that was OK to put in that role." It was that experience of that informed the way she runs Wellness Official: instead of being the token Black voice, she said, "I can be the reason why everyone gets a seat at the table."
At the end of the day, Snow said, "we're being confronted": about systemic racism and our own shortcomings, in wellness and in every sphere. But she put it bluntly: "If we don't actually start caring and putting a priority on the sh*t that really matters, we're going to go to a very dark place that will be very hard to get out of."
"Let's do the work first," Snow said. "Then you'll see that everything else just feels better."
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