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dimanche 12 août 2018
Yes! Sons of Anarchy Star Katey Sagal Will Appear on Mayans MC
From the moment the Sons of Anarchy spinoff series was announced, diehard fans like me had one very important question in mind: will our favorite characters appear on the new show, Mayans MC? Well, good news: creator Kurt Sutter revealed that there will definitely be some Sons of Anarchy "Easter eggs" in the show - and, yes, some of the Sons of Anarchy characters will appear on Mayans MC thanks to flashback scenes.
Which Sons of Anarchy Stars Will Be on Mayans MC?
Sutter hasn't shared too many details about who and what from Sons will make its way into the new series, but we won't have to wait too long to see a fan favorite appear on the spinoff! According to Entertainment Weekly, he recently told reporters at the Television Critics press tour that Katey Sagal will appear in the series premiere as Gemma on Sept. 4. "It's a flashback to eight years ago, and a way of letting us know that he's in Stockton where the two worlds will collide, at least in memory," he said.
Will Charlie Hunnam Make a Mayans MC Cameo?
Mayans MC is set in the aftermath of Sons of Anarchy, and the show centers around Ezekiel "EZ" Reyes (JD Pardo), a Mayans MC prospect. The two charters share a relationship, but as Sutter revealed to reporters, fans shouldn't expect the new characters to chat about Jax Teller. "I don't want to mess with that mythology," he explained. "That mythology can live in imagination. But flashbacks wouldn't be stepping on what is happening now."
OK, so they may not be sitting around talking about Jax, but it sounds like there may be room for a flashback moment. I can't help it - my hopes for a Charlie Hunnam cameo are officially VERY HIGH.
Check out the trailer for Mayans MC, plus other shows to watch if you love Sons of Anarchy.
20+ Vegetarian Meals You Can Pop in the Freezer For Ultimate Convenience
I'm a big fan of spending my Sunday afternoons meal prepping for the week. It gives me something to do, plus I thoroughly hate cooking during the week after I get home from work. This means my fridge and freezer are constantly full of plastic containers stuffed with prepared meals. Each of the 20+ recipes here can also be prepped over the weekend and shoved in your freezer for the next night you don't feel like cooking. Bonus: they're all vegetarian, to suit anyone who's veggie or anyone (like me) who just really doesn't like cooking meat. Keep reading for meal-prep inspiration.
Related: 25+ Freezer-Friendly Meals That Will Make Your Life Easier
Did Kris Jenner Confirm Her Engagement to Corey Gamble While Playing Spill Your Guts?
Kris Jenner may or may not have admitted her engagement to boyfriend Corey Gamble during a game of "Spill Your Guts or Fill Your Guts" on The Late Late Show With James Corden. The KUWTK producer joined the late-night host for some lighthearted interrogation, and one of the questions really caught Kris off guard.
When asked the question: "You've been spotted wearing a massive diamond ring on your wedding finger, are you and Corey Gamble engaged?" Kris refused to answer and instead picked up the cricket forfeit ready to chow down. But then James pointed out "the ring is right there, it's a real giveaway." Kris had an answer for this, too, but James was ready with a comeback that resulted in a truly priceless reaction. So, are wedding bells ringing? We'll just have to wait and see. But one thing we know by now is that the devil works hard, but Kris Jenner works harder, and she does everything for a reason.
Tom Hardy, Good Samaritan, Cannot Get Through an Interview Without Stopping to Help Someone
Tom Hardy, accidental superhero, has once again come to the aid of a member of the public in London. Last year, the actor famously made a citizen's arrest after chasing and detaining a moped thief. More recently, he found himself pausing an interview after finding a woman bleeding on the street. Tom was giving an Esquire writer a tour of the area of South West London where he grew up, when they came across the woman, who'd tripped while walking her dog. "I know her," the actor realized, as he went to the aid of what turned out to be the mother of one of his childhood friends. After seeing her into an ambulance and consoling his friend (who quickly arrived at the scene), Tom joked to the interviewer, "Welcome to my neighborhood. I told you there's always something to find behind the Laura Ashley curtains."
Tom is notoriously private about his life (we still don't know the name or gender of his child with wife Charlotte Riley), but we can add this to the list of sweet (and funny) moments we've been treated to over the years. We're addicted to his Instagram and his unique use of hashtags, we have listened to his 1999 rap mixtape on repeat, and we couldn't help but swoon over that unforgettable bedtime story. This guy really is the gift that keeps on giving.
Witches and Wizards, You'll Wish You Could Apparate to This Harry Potter Wedding!
Two years ago, Veronica and John met after a mutual friend started a Facebook singles group and connected the two online.
"Their first date was at The Shannon Rose in Woodbridge," the photographer said. "And the couple knew after that date that there was definitely something special about to bloom. They were engaged at that same location just one year later, in the same booth where they first had dinner. The restaurant had become their "Cheers" where they often dined and celebrated, so having a wedding there seemed appropriate."
Veronica and John's wedding was Harry Potter-themed - "crazy and creative," according to the photographer.
"Both [are] huge Harry Potter fans, [so] they knew they wanted to do something different and unique," the photographer said.
NO detail was forgotten at the couple's lavish affair.
"From a Honeydukes candy cart to a dining room with floating candles like the Great Hall to being pronounced husband and wife by a minister holding an Elder Wand, their day was simply magical," the photographer said. See the magnificent photos ahead!
How Do You Get on The Bachelor or Bachelorette? Follow These Steps
Admit it. At one time or another, you've thought about what it would be like to go on one of the shows we love to hate and hate to love - The Bachelor and The Bachelorette. After all, most of us want to find that forever partner (and ride off into the sunset, preferably in a helicopter overlooking a tropical island). But what does it really take to get from just a thought to actually appearing on the hit ABC show? Here's everything you need to know.
Make Sure You Meet the Eligibility Requirements
First off, anyone related or closely connected to employees of the show aren't allowed to apply to be the Bachelor or Bachelorette, or a contestant pining to be with one of them. You also can't currently be a candidate in any type of political office or become one from when you submit your application to one year after the first broadcast of the last episode. All applicants must be single, at least 21 years old, and a US citizen or resident or foreign alien without restrictions on coming in or out of the country. Make sure you also have a passport (hello, exotic trips!) and are clean of a felony conviction, misdemeanor conviction, or restraining order. Oh, and make sure you realize that you will be on television and your life will basically be an open book. Ready for the next step?
Send in an Application, Pictures, and Video
It's time to shine! You can submit an application through mail or online, and you can even submit one for someone else. Be prepared, because it's probably more in-depth than any application you're used to. It'll ask about your salary, if you've ever filed for bankruptcy, how your previous relationships ended, etc. You can also attach your social media accounts (so finally all those cute pictures you took at brunch have a real purpose).
Pictures are a must and a video is encouraged so you can show off your personality. They have seven suggested questions to answer in the video (from your ideal fantasy date to any special talents). However, they want you to have fun and be creative, so really get into it!
Attend a Casting Call
If you get this far (woo!), you'll probably be asked to come to a nearby major city for a casting call so the producers can get to know you in person. Depending on what happens there, you'll either move forward in the process as the casting directions narrow down the group or not be seen as a fit.
Good luck and cheers to many roses, one-on-one time, and an unbelievable journey.
This Theory About Insecure Will Make You Scream "Molly, You in Danger, Girl!"
Season two of Insecure introduces us to so many new characters, including Molly's (Yvonne Orji) good looking childhood best friend, Dro (Sarunas J. Jackson). Things quickly heat up between the two after their first run in with each other at a local cupcake shop, which is also where we're introduced Dro's wife, Candice (Gabrielle Dennis). A few days later, Dro drops a bombshell on Molly while slow dancing together at a party: he's in an open marriage.
Although Molly initially resists his advances out of respect for his wife, Dro insists that Candice is perfectly OK with him sleeping with other women. In fact, he tells her that it was her idea to be open in their relationship so there wouldn't be any secrets to hide from one another. Now that all sounds great on paper, but when you take a closer look at Dro's actions, it starts to paint a different story.
Fast forward a few episodes later, and Dro and Molly are now having sex regularly (more than 17 times, but who's counting?). Molly definitely seems to be developing genuine feelings for this guy. Granted, he is a sweet talker, and the one time she actually tries to break it off, he effortlessly convinces her that their affair is nothing to be ashamed or afraid of.
To be fair, we don't know much about Dro or his moral compass to know for sure if he's lying about being in an open marriage, but that hasn't stopped fans from posing valid questions. My own suspicion about Dro not being honest with his wife about his sexual partners was confirmed at the end of season two. After sneaking off to the bathroom for a quickie at a birthday dinner party Candice is also attending, Dro tells Molly to fix herself up and wait a while before exiting the bathroom so that he isn't seen leaving with her. If Dro was already forthcoming about his relationship with Molly to Candice, why would it upset her to see him exiting the bathroom with her?
I've also taken into account that Dro only calls or hooks up with Molly when Candice is out of town or not in the same room. The one time Candice did call while he was having an intimate bathtub moment with Molly, Dro failed to mention where he was at and what he was doing in the moment. Coincidence? I think not. The second time we see Molly and Candice face to face, Candice doesn't seem to have the slightest clue that Molly is sleeping with her husband. After all, Dro is the one who said the whole point of agreeing to an open marriage is so that there wouldn't be any secrets to hide, but it sure looks like he wants to keep Molly as his secret lover.
We will just have to wait and see how the drama unfolds in season three of Insecure, which premieres on Aug. 12. But one thing is for sure: things are about to get real messy, y'all.
In Light of Amazon's New Series The Romanoffs, Let's Revisit the Legend of Anastasia
This Summer, Amazon announced an exciting new original series that would air in Fall 2018. The show is called The Romanoffs and is utterly shrouded in mystery. So far, details about the project are scarce, and the first teaser is more of a cast announcement than anything else. (For the record, the cast is very big and exciting!) Although there is quite a bit to excavate in the coming months, we do have one piece of intel pertaining to the new series: though it's spelled differently, the show is related to the famous 17th-century imperial family of Russia, the Romanovs. Perhaps more intriguing is that the show will focus on the modern age, telling tales of people who claim to be descendants of the slain family.
This phenomenon, if you're not familiar, stems from one of the greatest mysteries of the 20th century: the disappearance of Princess Anastasia. Seeing as the concept of the show stems from this enduring myth - we assume one of the anthology episodes will tell of a woman claiming to be the lost royal - we thought we'd tell the tale that kept scientists, historians, and royal enthusiasts befuddled for nearly a century.
A Bunch of Pictures of Kristen Bell Living Her Sexiest (and Somehow Still Relatable) Life
Kristen Bell is not only refreshingly candid and unabashedly emotional - she's also a total stunner. The 38-year-old actress, singer, and mother of two might be a total sweetheart (and the voice of everyone's favorite socially awkward princess), but her gorgeous smile is only made better by her incredibly hot figure. Here are 50 of Kristen's hottest red carpet moments. You're one lucky man, Dax Shepard.
I Rarely Identify With Asians on Screen, but Here's Why Crazy Rich Asians Is So Important
Lately, I've been telling my Asian friends that I'm going to see Crazy Rich Asians for the representation. I say it wryly, but there's a kernel of sincerity in what I'm saying.
I should start out by saying that Hollywood's numbers do make me emotional - mostly frustrated with the past and excited about the future. And before you ask, I'm at best mediocre at math. But the statistics are astounding, obvious to anyone who looks at them. Crazy Rich Asians is the first major American studio project to feature a predominantly Asian cast in 25 years, following the footsteps of 1993's The Joy Luck Club. Here's another crazy showbiz data point: in 2016, three percent of film roles went to Asian actors, while 78 percent went to white actors. As someone who grew up in a predominantly Asian and Latino neighborhood, the demographics of my community looked like those numbers - but reversed. So Crazy Rich Asians is, well, a crazy huge deal.
"I'm sure that my white friends don't worry about seeing their lived experiences represented in the lavishness of The Princess Diaries."
Many of my Asian friends are ambivalent about the representation hullabaloo around Crazy Rich Asians, and I feel them. I worry that the surface pleasures of representation overshadow other Asian American issues, like mental health and immigration. I also fear that the movie won't directly speak to my California upbringing in a working-class ethnoburb, given that it's about a professor who finds out that her hot boyfriend is a member of Singapore's elite. And then I get anxious about overthinking this, because I'm sure that my white friends don't worry about seeing their lived experiences represented in the lavishness of The Princess Diaries.
Truth be told, I haven't identified with most Asians in film and TV, not Rose Tico from The Last Jedi or even Cristina Yang from Grey's Anatomy. The only Asian character that I've truly resonated with is Diane Nguyen from Bojack Horseman. She's a bookish, introverted feminist who goes through bouts of depression and social anxiety as she navigates her relationships. She's also voiced by Alison Brie, a white actress, who I have otherwise loved. Problematic, I know, which brings me back to why representation is so important.
Opportunities in TV and film are important because they translate into financial and social capital. For Asians in Hollywood, this means that they receive a concrete paycheck for their work and are able to build industry clout. We'll get to see Constance Wu playing other parts and Jon M. Chu directing more features. And, hopefully, more representation will open the doors for not only East Asians, but also Southeast and South Asians in American entertainment. Creative work receives skepticism in general, but it's almost unspoken of when you grow up a first-generation Asian in this country. My parents, Vietnamese immigrants, discouraged me from pursuing the arts when I was younger. They weren't tiger parents, though. They worried that the world would cheat me because I wasn't white.
Representation also matters for character development and transcending stereotypes. In Crazy Rich Asians, Rachel, Peik Lin, and Eleanor are distinct people who aren't passive peasant girls or dragon ladies. Low bar, I know. Still, it's great that there's more than just one Asian female character. None of the actresses portraying them have to carry the weight of stereotypes or expectations of Western audiences in their performances.
"While I'm not going to connect with every Asian woman in movies, it's a huge deal when you grow up knowing one Asian American actress: Lucy Liu."
The last point that I want to make about representation, perhaps the most superficial one, is that I can't help but feel excited about seeing Asian women in American movies that I actually want to watch, not just projects about ninjas and geishas. When I was younger, my mom and I bonded over watching Sandra Bullock and Meg Ryan romantic comedies on VHS. It's overwhelming to see someone who looks and sounds like me in the leading role. While I'm not going to connect with every Asian woman in movies, it's a huge deal when you grow up knowing one Asian American actress: Lucy Liu.
Wu, who plays the protagonist in Crazy Rich Asians, recently penned an eloquent, heartfelt tweet that resonated with me deeply. She wrote, "I hope that Asian American kids watch CRA and realize that they can be the heroes of their own stories." Her simple message is such a beautiful testament to self-validation. But at the same time, Asians don't need to be heroes. I think that Crazy Rich Asians shows that the presence of Asians in American films can be normal, not just a punchline or a walking stereotype. And that's powerful.
Legacies: You'll Totally Recognize the Setting for the Vampire Diaries Spinoff
We already know that the new CW show, Legacies, is a continuation of the stories told in The Vampire Diaries and its first spinoff, The Originals. But how close to home do we get for this new series, which premieres on Oct. 25? According to creator Julie Plec, the answer is very. On Monday, she told journalists at the Television Critics Association's Summer press tour that the new show's prime setting is at a school that's "off old Miller Road, on the edge of Mystic Falls, where the locals think it's a troubled school for rich kids. But inside are a wonderful cast of characters of young supernatural beings."
For those well-initiated with our favorite fictitious Virginia small town, note that there will still be a Miss Mystic Falls pageant and a Founder's Day celebration. Steven R. McQueen will return as Jeremy Gilbert for one episode and Matt Donovan (Zach Roerig) is still the town sheriff. Most importantly, the show centers on The Vampire Diaries' Alaric Saltzman (Matt Davis), the headmaster at the (ahem) Salvatore School for the Young and Gifted - where he not only oversees The Originals' Hope Mikaelson (Danielle Rose Russell) but his own twin daughters and a bunch of other brooding teen supernaturals.
There are plenty of other Easter eggs for fans of the other two series, but Plec says there's still enough fresh material for newbies to experience what she calls "TVDU" (That would be The Vampire Diaries Universe. Duh).
"For the most part, the mythology is a new mythology," she says. "A lot of the supernatural beings that we'll be opening our doors to are things that you never would have seen on The Vampire Diaries. You don't need to know anything other than kind of just have a love for teen soap and/or like creatures of the night."
So will the kids at Salvatore School have any run-ins with the townies at Mystic Falls High?
"The single most important rule (at this school) is don't fraternize with the locals and don't let anybody in on the secret of who you are or what you can do," Plec says. "In the second episode, we [have] this annual flag football for charity against the local school. And they just they have to lose every year . . . But this bully and this mean girl are just poking and poking and poking . . . And [things] of course, go terribly wrong."
Do Air Squats Burn Fat? Here's What Trainers Had to Say
Air squats seem to be the favorite bodyweight exercise for HIIT classes and other boutique fitness studios. Since you use no other equipment except your body, air squats are supposed to help you tone your legs, build a booty, and torch lower-body fat. But are these promises too good to be true? (Spoiler alert: squats alone won't transform your butt.)
We asked personal trainers the truth about air squats and whether or not they are actually an effective exercise. If you're embarking on a squat challenge and busting out dozens of air squats a day, will you see any results? Here's what the experts had to say.
Air Squats Are a Beginner Move
For more advanced gym-goers, air squats may seem like a waste of time, especially if you're able to sidle up to the squat rack and take on 150 pounds. But for beginners, air squats can be a great place to start.
Personal trainer and dietitian Jim White, RD, ACSM health fitness specialist, and owner of Jim White Fitness and Nutrition Studios, recommended people start out with air squats before advancing on to other squat variations.
"Air squats are the beginner squat; they help to ensure that your squat form is correct in order to avoid injuries," he told POPSUGAR. "As the person advances and the air squats become easier, they should try regular squats and jump squat intervals because it will keep their heart rate high and in the anaerobic part of their workout. Then weights should be added to the squats that will lead to more calories being burned as well as increasing the BMR (basal metabolic rate) and cardiovascular for burning a higher amount of fat."
Using Your Bodyweight Is a Functional Movement
Some people may be so into weightlifting that they dismiss bodyweight moves and neglect the importance of functional movement for not only muscle building but overall fitness. Certified personal trainer Kendall Janicola, NCSF and instructor at Fhitting Room in New York City, told POPSUGAR that air squats are a functional movement with a "plethora of benefits," even if you just use your bodyweight.
White agreed that squats are an essential move for overall fitness. "Squats are one of the most intense exercises you can do," he said. "They work out the complete lower body for an intense metabolism boost." He said that while air squats are a good place to start, you should move on to adding weights to keep boosting your metabolism and burning fat.
So, Do Air Squats Actually Burn Fat?
This answer is a little complicated since you can't spot-target fat loss. If you're looking to lose fat in your lower body, doing an endless number of squats alone won't get you there. You need to lose weight overall to burn fat, and this is done by eating in a calorie deficit and working out. Ultimately, your genetic makeup determines where fat is lost on your body.
However, air squats can help get you there. White said air squats can help you burn fat, but they may not be as effective as other squats, such as squats with barbells or jump squat intervals. Janicola agreed.
"Air squats can and absolutely do burn fat and build lean muscle," she told POPSUGAR. "If you're new to weight training, the air squat is the perfect place to start to turn on those muscles and learn the right technique to get things going." However, you can only do so many air squats for so long before you'll eventually plateau, in which case you should add weight to burn fat, build muscle, and get stronger.
In short: yes, they burn fat, but you shouldn't rely on them as an exercise that will burn leg fat and build your butt muscles. Combined with other strength-training moves, bodyweight exercises, and functional movement, they can help you shed fat and sculpt muscle. Just don't expect that doing 100 air squats a day will magically transform your body (or your booty) - eventually, you'll have to pick up some weights.
How This Practice Can Prevent You From Binge Eating and Help You Lose Weight
You're snacking on a bag of chips while watching a show. You look down at the end of the episode and realize that you've just eaten the entire bag. Or even if it's not that extreme, maybe you simply don't remember what you ate for breakfast today. It may not seem like a big deal, but it could cause you to unwittingly make bad food choices and/or overeat. That's where mindful eating comes in.
Mindfulness encourages you to be more present and aware of your thoughts, feelings, and physical sensations. When this concept is applied to food, it encourages you to be more conscious of what you're putting into your body (as well as environmental sustainability) and to be more in tune with your body's cues (aka whether you're hungry or full). Dr. Lilian Cheung, a nutritionist and lecturer at Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, told Harvard Health that "mindless eating" could be contributing to our national obesity epidemic. On an individual level, being more mindful when you eat can improve your relationship with food and serve as an effective long-term weight-loss solution.
The whole idea is to pay attention to not only what you eat and how much, but what you buy and how you prepare it as well. In doing so, you become much more appreciative of food and you're less likely to overindulge. According to Healthline, it takes about 20 minutes for your brain to realize that you're full. So instead of scarfing down your dinner, chew and eat slowly and free your table of any distractions. This means not responding to texts until you're finished eating, not scrolling through Instagram as you eat, and not eating in front of a TV.
According to the Center For Mindful Eating, the practice consists of the following:
- "Allowing yourself to become aware of the positive and nurturing opportunities that are available through food selection and preparation by respecting your own inner wisdom."
- "Using all your senses in choosing to eat food that is both satisfying to you and nourishing to your body."
- "Acknowledging responses to food (likes, dislikes, or neutral) without judgment."
- "Becoming aware of physical hunger and satiety cues to guide your decisions to begin and end eating."
Apply this practice starting with your next meal!
The Surprising Ways Sex Can Affect Your Period
Chances are if you get your period every month, it has affected your sex life at some point. If you've been able to get past the potential messiness or self-consciousness of period sex, you've probably learned there are some surprising benefits to getting down while Aunt Flo is in town. But what about the effects period sex can actually have on your flow itself?
For starters, orgasms during period sex can help relieve the pain associated with period cramping. "Not only does your blood flow increase when you climax, your uterine muscles also release chemicals to the brain that offer natural pain relief. This magic combo means some serious cramp relief (and an orgasm - win-win!)," says Dr. Lauren Brim, who is a doctor of human sexuality, a sexual-wellness educator, an author, and the founder of the Adult Play Mat.
Concerned that period sex might prolong your cycle? Not likely, says Dr Sherry A. Ross, a women's health expert and the author of She-ology. Having period sex usually does not affect the length of period bleeding, nor does it affect the amount of blood flow. In fact, "some believe having period sex makes your periods shorter since the uterus pushes out the blood faster, making periods shorter," says Dr. Ross.
If you're thinking of giving period sex a try, plan in advance for the cleanest, safest experience. "Period sex can be a bit messy, but there are ways to prevent blood soiling your sheets, if you plan ahead," says Dr. Ross. Some women use a tampon right before vaginal penetration, while others use a menstrual cup to collect the blood. "One of my favorite menstrual cups is the Lunette menstrual cup, which can be inserted into the vagina, making oral sex easy and blood free. Some use a menstrual cup during vaginal penetration to prevent blood from getting on the sheets," says Dr. Ross.
And always play it safe and use a reliable birth control method, even while on your period. "Women with shorter period intervals - 21 days between each period, for example - are more likely to get pregnant during the end of their period," says Dr. Ross. She notes that women are also more prone to contracting sexually transmitted infections while on their periods, so safe sex should always be practiced.
A Trainer Says Doing This Style of Cardio Will Sculpt and Tone Your Booty
Did you know the gluteal muscles are among the most underused and undertrained muscles in the body? Crazy, right? One of the common causes of dormant butt syndrome, as some like to call it, is sitting. Yes, sitting. When you sit for extended periods of time (you may want to stand up now and continue reading this), your hip flexors tighten and your glute muscles turn off.
The good news is you can begin correcting and activating your booty muscles today (and start getting those gains). It's 100 percent OK to train your butt every day, just be sure to mix up the stimulus in order to prevent over-training and injury. If you're new to strength training, you'll want to begin with no more than three strength sessions a week, in order to allow your body to adapt to the new stimulus. Once you become comfortable with the movements and aren't extremely sore, you can begin to advance your programs.
Personal trainer Ryan Read has transformed a butt or two and told POPSUGAR that he likes to add walking on a treadmill at an incline into his programs to help with booty gains. "I base my whole program on building and burning," he said. "I have my girls lift heavy weights to build muscle and do incline and resistance cardio to burn calories and tone." Ryan said that the combination of lifting heavy weights and doing resisted cardio are "key to getting the lean, full look girls want."
How exactly does walking on an incline help? Glad you asked. Ryan said that it allows the glutes to stay involved while keeping the heart rate elevated and burning calories. "It's highly intense, fast-paced, and makes for a great workout to keep the muscles guessing, which is key to growth."
Start sculpting your booty today with Ryan's butt-transforming workout. And as a bonus, begin implementing these exercises into your strength sessions to really see a change in your assets.
This Equinox Trainer's Fat-Burning, Bodyweight HIIT Workout Only Takes 10 Minutes
Despite what you may have heard, you don't need to spend hours and hours at the gym to tone up, shed fat, and feel amazing. Martel Martellus, NASM-certified trainer at Equinox, recommends doing HIIT (high-intensity interval training) sessions when you're short on time and want to get in a good workout.
"HIIT workouts can help you burn a lot of calories in a short amount of time," Martel told POPSUGAR. "They also keep your metabolic rate high after your workout so you burn extra calories, even after." That means you'll burn more calories throughout the day, long after you've wrapped up your sweat session.
Not only does HIIT equal more calorie burn, but "it adds as a post-exercise appetite suppressant," Martel said. "It allows for higher levels of fat oxidation in the muscles, which basically means that your lipid molecules (fat cells) are broken down into smaller sizes and used for energy rather than excess storage, which contributes to weight loss." Sounds good to us. Where do we sign up?
I did a HIIT workout with Martel last week, and it was a tough one. We did seven different exercises for 20 seconds and rested for 10 seconds before moving onto the next one. You go through all the exercises once, rest for 60 seconds, and repeat two more times for a total of three rounds. That only equals 10.5 minutes of work. You can do anything for 10 minutes! And the best part is, you don't need any equipment for this session.
Here are the exercises, and descriptions for each one are below.
- Split lunge jump + squat
- Plyometric push-ups
- Mountain climbers + burpee tuck jump
- Shuffle + curtsy lunge
- Reverse burpee
- Lateral hops
- Split lunge jumps
If Lower-Belly Fat Is Your Trouble Spot, Then Try This Ab-Focused Workout
Lower-belly fat is a common problem area for people looking to flatten their bellies and tighten their core. Although you can't specifically spot target fat loss - as you lose weight, you can't control which fat cells shrink from which body parts - you can target specific muscles with certain exercises.
To lose weight overall, it's important to eat a healthy diet in a calorie deficit, incorporate cardio and HIIT exercise, and strength train your whole body. But if you're looking to strengthen your lower ab muscles specifically, these 18 exercises are a great place to start. Best part? Most of them are equipment-free so you can do them right at home.
This Is How Much Meat You Should Be Eating a Week, According to Experts
As popular diets like Paleo, Whole30, and keto become more commonplace, eating meat has become cool again. But a new diet trend has taken it to the extreme: the carnivore diet, which consists mostly of meat; an extreme version of this diet is just meat, salt, and sparkling water. People who swear by the carnivore diet claim it has helped them lose weight, cure autoimmune diseases, and have more energy. But with a diet that recommends eating meat for every meal, we had to wonder: is it possible to eat too much meat?
One benefit of eating so much meat is getting an abundance of protein, an important macronutrient that builds muscle and keeps you feeling full. But when it comes to protein needs, there's no one-size-fits-all approach.
"Protein needs depend on many factors - like age, activity level, health status, and weight - and can vary widely," registered dietitian Jillian Kubala, RD, told POPSUGAR. "Many people eat way too much protein, while others may not be getting enough." She recommends adding protein to every meal or snack but said that can be animal- or plant-based. In general, the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) recommends people eat 0.5 to 0.8 grams of protein per pound of bodyweight if they are looking to gain muscle. So if someone weighs 150 pounds, he or she should be eating 75 to 120 grams of protein daily.
But for meat specifically, there are some stricter guidelines. The American Heart Association (AHA) recommends limiting lean meat, such as skinless chicken, to about five and a half ounces a day, explained Dennis Gage, MD, FACP, a doctor at Park Avenue Endocrinology and Nutrition. The AHA also recommends sticking to four to five servings of lean meat a week and limiting red meat along with saturated fat, sodium, sweets, and sugar-sweetened beverages. Plus, too much red meat has been linked to colorectal cancer, and the World Health Organization has reported that when red meat is cooked at high temperatures, it becomes carcinogenic.
Aside from the recommendations from the AHA, eating too much meat could take a toll on your kidneys. Board-certified cardiologist Luiza Petre, MD, told POPSUGAR that eating too much animal protein could lead to dehydration.
"Dehydration occurs when your kidneys are overworked (by removing nitrogen waste and excess proteins) from metabolizing the protein, causing you to urinate in excess," she said, which can eventually ruin your kidneys and potentially lead to kidney stones - not to mention that a diet that lacks fiber can also lead to constipation.
Bottom line: while protein needs vary from person to person, it is possible to eat too much meat. By scarfing down meat at every meal, whether it's lean poultry or fatty red meat, you are going way beyond the American Heart Association's recommendations. In general, it's best to stay away from extreme diets like the carnivore diet.
This Bestselling Workout Tank Is Under $10 on Amazon, and It Comes in 12 Colors!
We love it when a workout top doesn't cost more than a meal. Don't get us wrong, there are few things in life more exciting than knowing you've got a kickass gym outfit on and you're ready to conquer your workout, but you don't need to spend a fortune on said outfit. Case in point: we found this adorable workout top on Amazon! This icyzone Activewear Tank Top ($9) comes in 12 colors. The silhouette is basic enough that it'll go with any fun leggings you've got, and the material is both comfortable and sweat-wicking. In other words, it's a perfect workout top. Wear this on a run, to the gym, to boxing class, you name it. You can either buy one individually for $9 or try a three-pack with different colors for $20. Seriously. At those prices, sweep these up quick!
I'm a Group Fitness Instructor - These Are the 6 Ways I See People Wrecking Their Workout
There are a lot of things I love in this world, but very few things are more exciting for me than teaching a full class at the gym where I coach, Epic Hybrid Training Center. I love the thrill of the loud music and the sweaty, smiling people all around me. And I love pushing them to their limit and seeing them get stronger. Most of all, I love that Epic uses functional movements to give our clients the best possible workout.
However, I've noticed quite a few things at my gym when I teach group classes that are pretty common among regularly attending clients. Judging by what my other trainer friends tell me, these mistakes are easy to see in just about any group fitness class. If you're a group fitness junkie, listen up. These are the six mistakes I see my clients make all too often.
This Is the Exact Balance of Macros You Need to Eat to Lose Weight (and Keep It Off)
If you're looking to lose weight and build muscle, dialing in your nutrition is essential. Focusing on your macros (protein, carbs, and fats) can help, but what percentage of each is the most effective?
Beachbody trainer Autumn Calabrese, creator of 80 Day Obsession, told POPSUGAR, "While it's fun to eat whatever you want, whenever you want, it's not likely to get you to your final results." Autumn is all about portion control and balanced macronutrients. She recommends a 40/30/30 split, meaning 40 percent healthy carbs, 30 percent lean protein, and 30 percent healthy fats.
A great way to think about this is to split your plate into three parts, with 40 percent healthy carbs, such as whole grains, sweet potatoes, or legumes. Autumn says that eating healthy carbs, specifically resistant starches, "triggers a sensation of being full in your head and your stomach so you don't eat as much." Then 30 percent would be hunger-satiating, muscle-building lean protein, such as salmon, chicken, eggs, or tofu. Healthy fats would make up the last 30 percent, including sources like avocado, nuts, seeds, and olive oil. These help you feel fuller longer.
You can use an app to track your macros, just to be sure you're achieving this 40/30/30 split. If you're really serious about your goals, Autumn also recommends another percentage to think about: the 90/10 rule. Autumn explains, "You also need to be consistent with your healthy eating. That doesn't mean you have to be perfect all the time, but you do have to be on top of it. I like the 90/10 rule. I know a lot of people say 80/20, but if you're really trying to lose weight, then 90 percent of the time you need to be eating healthy, clean food in the proper portions."
Eating this way ensures that you'll be satiated to prevent cravings and overeating and have energy for working out, and it encourages you to pass on the junk food and include more of a variety of whole foods. Autumn says that if you stay consistent with your healthy eating plan, along with a regular exercise routine, "you will lose weight and keep it off."
Fashion Girls Will Fall Hard For These 9 Trendy Sneakers
In the shopping mood but have nothing to buy? We'll give you an excuse. Everyone could use a pair of fresh sneakers for the new season. They are comfortable, match everything, and are a big Fall trend. It can be hard to choose such a cool pair of kicks, so we rounded up the best options from Urban Outfitters. Some are modern and sporty while others are trendy and embellished, so there's something for everyone. These sneakers are an investment you can feel good about.
Fall 2018's Biggest Coat Trends Are So Good, You Won't Be Able to Resist Them
As the blue skies start to turn gray, we can always take comfort in the idea that we'll soon get to wrap up in cozy coats. Sure, it might be sad to say goodbye to sunny days, but there's always a way to repurpose your favorite Summer staples . . . and it all starts with a great outerwear piece.
This Fall, simple and elegant pieces are soaring to the top of our hotlist, closely followed by high-gloss coats and other statement-making options. Ahead, take a closer look at the nine flattering trends you'll be lusting after this season, and prepare for an eye-catching wardrobe that's actually more comfortable than ever.
50 Perfect Summer Outfits That Aren't Just Easy, but Also on Trend
With warmer weather finally here, you don't want to waste any time indoors trying to figure out what to wear. You probably already have a few signature summertime looks, like a simple wrap dress or your go-to t-shirt and jean short combo. But if you feel like you are in need of a style revamp, just look to street style stars for some fresh Summer styling ideas.
Bloggers, editors, and influencers alike have found new ways to mix and match the warm-weather staples you've probably already secured. Whether you rock a flirty frock over a pair of skinny jeans or dress up your favorite tee with a sleek skirt, follow these ladies' lead when it comes to Summer style. Ahead, you'll find 50 inspiring outfit ideas that will keep you looking stylish all season long.
These 11 Fall Shoes Look Pricey, but They're All Under $50 - For Real
Is it Fall yet? We are so ready for seasonal fashion. Lucky for you, designers are already getting in on the autumnal trends with gorgeous, affordable shoes. Whether you want boots, loafers, or heels for the coming months, retailers have you covered. We rounded up our favorite pairs of kicks for you to shop, all for under $50. Get them while they're hot.
Start Packing! These Are America's Ultimate Vacation Destinations by State
It's time to start planning your next Summer vacation. And with a size of 3.8 million square miles, the United States has you covered when it comes to travel and adventure. From majestic national parks and awe-inspiring natural wonders to vivacious metropolitan cities or serene seaside towns, whatever you're in the mood for, America is packed with options that will satisfy your craving. So, go ahead - pack your bags. We've combed through each state in search of epic travel destinations. All you have to do is decide where to go and how to get there!
Have the Best (Laziest) Summer With These 50+ Easy, Breezy Hacks
Hey, it's hot outside and it's hot inside - no one is here to judge you for wanting to put a minimal amount of effort into your Summer activities. But just because you're feeling super lazy, that doesn't mean you can't have a fun and fulfilling few months in the sun. Whether you're just trying to make it through the day without melting into a puddle or you're hoping to have the best Summer road trip, backyard BBQ, or pool party ever, we have rounded up all the genius time-, sanity-, and money-saving hacks you need in your Summer toolkit. Are you ready for the ultimate lazy Summer?
- Additional reporting by Erin Cullum, Alessia Santoro, Rosy Pahwa, Emily Co, Nicole Yi, Sarah Lipoff, and Macy Cate Williams
Related: Summer Fun Bucket List: Check Off These 50 Things Before Labor Day
Target's Fall Decor Line Has Arrived! Here Are 21 Products You Need For Cozy Vibes
It's time to set the mood, people - the Fall mood, that is. Target has released its autumnal decorations, and they certainly don't disappoint. Coppery colors, leafy designs, and pumpkin motifs cover these items, and we're totally in love. If you're ready to transform your home into a seasonal wonderland, you need to check out our favorite picks. These products sell out fast (even the preorder ones), so you can't waste any time! You can never get festive enough. Now all we need is a pumpkin spice latte.
13 Things to Do With Your Kids That Will Make This Halloween Extra Spook-tastic
Getting in the Halloween spirit is one of the best parts of the Fall season; add kids into the mix, and the holiday becomes about a million times more fun. While finding the perfect costume is obviously a top priority for your little ones, there's also a ton of fun to be had in the activities department. Whether you have fraidy cats who are scared of everything or your 7-year-old is begging you to queue up a scary movie, there's an activity every member of your squad will enjoy.
Not sure where to begin with your Halloween celebration? Scroll through to get a glimpse of our favorite activities inspired by All Hallows' Eve - and then promptly pencil them into your family's calendar.
Inspiring Photos of Princess Diana Pregnant That Will Make Moms Today Swoon
It's pretty much a fact at this point: look up the term "style icon" in the dictionary, and Princess Diana's face is probably right next to it. And while she's certainly known for her fair share of stunning floor-length gowns, elegant pantsuits, and more-than-memorable hats, she also set the bar high in the pregnancy style department - especially as far as the royal family is concerned.
From cozy-looking, oversize coats to a slew of casual dresses she sported to polo matches while cheering on Prince Charles, one thing's for sure: her looks were nothing short of mesmerizing. Scroll through to get a glimpse of some of her pregnancy looks while she was carrying William and Harry back in the '80s, and prepare to be completely and utterly inspired.
Let's Settle This Once and For All: Is the Magic Eraser Nontoxic or Not?
If your goal is to have a tidy house without all the constant scrubbing, then finding effective tools is obviously a top priority. But rather than trying to squeeze dozens of toxic cleaning products under your sink, opt for something that can tackle more than one kind of mess - like scuffed-up baseboards, dirty sneakers, and stained clothing - sans the risk. Enter the Magic Eraser ($8), an ordinary-looking sponge that, despite a few rumors, is actually nontoxic.
The confusion started back in 2006 when there were whispers that Magic Erasers were going to be banned from stores because they contained traces of formaldehyde, you know, the same substance that's used to embalm dead bodies. But according to a statement from Procter & Gamble, the company that manufactures the product, formaldehyde isn't an ingredient in Magic Erasers:
Be assured Mr. Clean Magic Eraser is completely safe when used according to directions, and poses no health risks or safety concerns . . . The ingredients in Magic Eraser have been safely and commonly used for many years in a wide range of household products. Formaldehyde is not and has never been an ingredient in Magic Eraser. One ingredient in Magic Eraser (formaldehyde-melamine-sodium bisulfite copolymer) contains the word "formaldehyde" in its chemical name. However, this ingredient is not formaldehyde and poses no health or safety risks. (Think of this name like "sodium chloride", which is table salt. Sodium by itself can be dangerous, but sodium chloride - salt - is safe.)
In reality, the main ingredient in the product is melamine foam, a mixture of carbon, hydrogen, and nitrogen that was created in the 1830s to make plastics and laminates. Apparently, this particular ingredient is what makes it so effective. "Its microstructure becomes almost as hard as glass - causing it to act like a SUPER-fine sandpaper on stains," according to a post by One Good Thing. "The abrasive foam loosens up dirt and grime, and the open microstructure of the foam sucks it in and traps it there."
Although we can confirm that this nifty little sponge is, in fact, nontoxic, it's important to treat it like any other cleaning product. Don't let kids or pets play with it - in case they end up swallowing a piece of it - and be sure to keep it far, far away from your skin. Happy cleaning!
These Socks Bring the Care Bears Into 2018 With Unicorn Pool Floats and Target Mugs
Care Bears may have been created in 1981, but Cheer Bear, Funshine Bear, Grumpy Bear, and Good Luck Bear are being brought into 2018 with these trendy crew socks from Always Fits. The colorful socks feature the aforementioned bears' happy faces (with the exception of Grumpy Bear's, of course), but a few pairs take the present-day trendiness up a notch and combine nostalgia with elements like unicorn pool floats, giant pizza slices, and Care Bear-ified Target mugs.
These cozy socks make for perfect gifts for your fellow '80s babies or for the modern-day Care Bear-lover (or just someone who freakin' loves anything to do with unicorns). Check out all the designs below!
If These Pictures of Dogs Photobombing Wedding Photos Don't Brighten Your Day, Nothing Will
For diehard dog-lovers, not including their pup in their wedding festivities is completely out of the question. And while there's no doubt that every single pooch out there is a very good girl or boy, sometimes the photos don't exactly go according to plan. Thankfully, some seriously talented wedding photographers were able to capture some memorable shots - and obviously we're forever grateful.
Scroll through to get a peek of some of the cutest puppers soaking up the spotlight on their owners' special day - and try your very best to keep it together.
Related: A Dog Completely Photobombed His Owners' Wedding - and This Needs to Be Framed
50 Unique Harry Potter Products That We Need in Our Muggle Hands This Second
Prepare your owls for deliveries and get out your Gringotts key, because you're about to empty your vault in the name of all this glorious Harry Potter gear we found on a UK-based site called TruffleShuffle. But don't shy away at the fact it's run from across the pond - the site apparates delivers to the US!
From enamel pins and necklaces to cauldron mugs, light-up potion bottles, and tin signs, there are approximately a million - OK, 50 - HP products we need to get our Muggle hands on right this second. See our favorite picks from TruffleShuffle ahead, which will have you screaming, "We'll take the lot!"
50+ Delicately Sexy Tattoos That Are Hotter Than Hot
The sex appeal of a tattoo is all in the placement on your body. If you want something tiny and delicate but still oh so sexy, consider just where you get inked. A tiny heart tattoo suddenly becomes more sensual when you put it on your collarbone. Take your little flower tattoo up a notch by putting it below your panty line. Any place that might be covered unless you move a hemline out of the way is surely a sexy spot. If you need a little inspiration for your next tiny sexy tattoo, we have more than 50 ideas for you to get inspired.
The 16 New Makeup Products Our Editors Are Loving This August
To distract from your newfound panic at the realization that the end of the season is approaching - and fast - allow us to introduce you to some pretty Fall makeup. We have tested a bounty of products for months and consider the following 16 items worthy of your cash. Sure, Summer has to end, but at least you can face the dog days in a rich new lipstick or vibrant palette.
Target's Fall Decor Line Has Arrived! Here Are 21 Products You Need For Cozy Vibes
It's time to set the mood, people - the Fall mood, that is. Target has released its autumnal decorations, and they certainly don't disappoint. Coppery colors, leafy designs, and pumpkin motifs cover these items, and we're totally in love. If you're ready to transform your home into a seasonal wonderland, you need to check out our favorite picks. These products sell out fast (even the preorder ones), so you can't waste any time! You can never get festive enough. Now all we need is a pumpkin spice latte.
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Thanks, but I Don't Want to Hear About Your Diet
I will walk away from a conversation if someone starts talking about their diet. If a friend tells me she's not eating carbs, I reply, "I don't care." I don't care if you are on keto, going Paleo, or doing intermittent fasting. Unless you miraculously lost weight by eating pizza and drinking piña coladas, I don't want to hear about your diet. Ever.
This doesn't mean I'm not happy for you. I support everyone's health journey, whether it's to feel better, lose weight, or achieve another goal. I understand that when trying to lose weight, it helps to share your successes and struggles with people who are going through the same thing. That's one reason that Weight Watchers remains wildly popular. I enjoy reading POPSUGAR's before-and-after weight-loss stories, which inspire and motivate me. If one person's weight-loss story can offer a service and inspire a reader, I'm all for it. But I choose to read those stories when I want to read them.
I don't want to be forced to hear about the ins and outs of someone else's diet, and as conversationalists, I think we can all do better.
In November 2013, NPR's This American Life ran an episode called "The Seven Things You're Not Supposed to Talk About," wherein producer Sarah Koenig's mother outlined seven things (including your diet) and why you shouldn't talk about them. The recurring theme? "Nobody cares" and "it's boring." I don't know this woman, but she's some kind of a hero to me.
That's how I feel about your diet. I do not care. I'm sure some people care. If so, they will probably ask questions like, "What do you think about that diet?" or "What's it like to do a juice cleanse?" I will never ask you those questions, which means I don't want to hear the answer. (I don't want to hear about your diet on social media either, but I can choose to ignore those posts.)
I especially don't want to hear about what you can or cannot eat on your diet, which is a favorite topic of dieters. Over the past couple of years, the keto diet in particular has skyrocketed in popularity, along with intermittent fasting and the Paleo diet before that. All three diets have complicated rules about what you can and can't eat or when you can eat it. CrossFit devotees, like my colleague Jenny Sugar, will joke that the first rule of CrossFit is talking incessantly about CrossFit, and the same could be said for many diets. I'm sure that being immersed in a diet's details and rules can be time-consuming, but it doesn't need to be all-consuming.
If I want to know what I can and can't eat on the keto diet, I can google it. In social situations, I'd rather hear someone tell a story that's going to make me laugh. I'd rather hear about a movie you saw, a book you read, a place you visited, a date you went on - anything that tells me something about who you are. Anyone can go on a diet.
My aversion to diet talk begins with "it's boring," but it doesn't end there. We all come at healthy living in different ways. We all choose, at different times, to eat healthy, to indulge, to quit drinking, to drink too much, to exercise regularly, or to slack off for a little while. If you aren't in a dieting mindset, hearing someone talk about dieting is particularly annoying. Not to mention that many social situations take place over food or drinks. If I'm choosing to enjoy a piece of cake, I don't want to hear about how you are choosing not to.
Whether you intend it or not, talking endlessly about your diet can feel like shaming to people forced to listen. Maybe you want to lose five pounds, but the person you are talking to has been struggling to lose 20. Rather than motivate them, your diet talk is probably going to have the opposite effect. Even worse, you might come across as trying to sell them on the diet because you think they need it. Next time you feel the need to talk about what you can't eat on your diet, stop to consider that it could be interpreted as bragging about your willpower to someone who is having a rough time.
As humans, we have so many unique experiences to share that are so much more interesting to talk about. We are more than our diets. Let's talk about something else.
Drink Up! These 9 Hydrating Beauty Products Are All Infused With Cactus
Think of a desert. Most of us picture open spaces, tumbleweeds, and a cactus. Since they're basically the only plant that can survive the driest climate on earth, it's safe to say they've got serious hydration capabilities. That makes cactus extract the perfect skincare ingredient; it's a natural way to add some moisturizing power into your products. We're not the only ones who think that cactus is a miracle ingredient - shop these nine products infused with cactus extract and get ready for your most hydrated skin ever.
Mark Hamill Has a Stellar Suggestion For Donald Trump's Walk of Fame Replacement
After Donald Trump's star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame was destroyed for the second time, Mark Hamill suggested another should take his place: his friend the late Carrie Fisher. In response to the news that the West Hollywood City Council would vote on the removal of the president's star, Mark tweeted, "How about replacing it with someone who really earned it?"
How about replacing it with someone who really earned it? Like @carrieffisher https://t.co/f1XMXanpWP
- Mark Hamill (@HamillHimself) August 6, 2018
Mark's sweet suggestion does come as a surprise. How did the venerated actress never receive her own star on the Walk of Fame? In order to receive a star, celebrities can be nominated by their management or fans or simply nominate themselves. There is then a $40,000 fee, which is typically paid by a film studio, record company, or fan club. Given Carrie's following, it's possible that she was nominated and not selected or simply chose to opt out, which is not uncommon.
There is hope, however. The Walk of Fame grants one posthumous star each year, but there is a five-year waiting period following the celebrity's death. Carrie, who passed away in 2016, will then be eligible in late 2021.
Following her untimely death, fans did honor Carrie with a makeshift star on a previously blank spot on the Walk of Fame. The site quickly became a place for Star Wars fans to congregate and pay tribute to the actress. When Mark received his star in March 2018, he mourned Carrie's absence but added, "I feel her presence."
Millie Bobby Brown Skipped the Awkward Teenage Phase and Went Straight to Style Icon
Teenage years are supposed to be dressed in braces, ill-fitting crop tops, and boot-cut jeans - or so we thought. Millie Bobby Brown is certainly making a case for skipping the "awkward phase" altogether. What with her statement-making Raf Simons denim-on-denim and route down the SAG Awards red carpet in Converse, the Stranger Things actress has already mastered the wardrobe witchcraft it takes years to perfect, heading her straight to the status of style icon.
Her age-appropriate, playful choices are effortlessly fun and enough to fill a "prom looks 2k18" Pinterest board. Proving she can be both romantic in rose-adorned tulle and cutting-edge in a Moncler puffer dress, we anticipate one fashionable future for this rising chameleon. Pin button at the ready? Read on for all the occasions when Millie's closet was unquestionably chic.
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