Image Source: POPSUGAR Photography / Melanie Whyte and Photo Illustration: Keila Gonzalez Have you heard of “dopamine dressing”? Videos tagged with the phrase have a collective 64 million views on TikTok, and the practice is simple: throw together an outfit with the intention of lifting your mood. Even better? You can take advantage regardless of
Month: December 2023
3202 shares This post may contain affiliate links. Read my disclosure policy. Pasta with Italian Chicken Sausage, Peppers, and Escarole is a colorful, flavorful, 30-minute dish your whole family will love! Escarole Pasta with Sausage and Peppers This escarole pasta dish with sausage and peppers is quick and delicious, ready in less than 30 minutes
Don’t let its delicious taste fool you — hummus is a powerhouse of fiber, potassium, vitamins, minerals, and polyunsaturated fatty acids, according to a 2016 review published in the journal, Nutrients. What’s more, hummus is an excellent protein source. “Hummus is a fantastic plant-based source of protein,” Agyeman says, making it a great vegetarian and
This post may contain affiliate links. Read my disclosure policy. Make these Sugar Plum Baked Brie Bites with crescent dough, brie cheese, pecans, and sugar plum jam (or any jam you like) for an easy holiday appetizer. Sugar Plum Baked Brie Bites If you love baked brie, you’ll love this bite-sized appetizer that’s perfect for
A fun, family-friendly workout set to holiday music? Yes, please. “This is my dream come true, this class,” says fitness instructor Rachel McClusky before diving straight into the full 10-minute session. This full-body workout is quick, high-energy, and the perfect way to spend some quality time with family members throughout the holiday season. You’ll start
This post may contain affiliate links. Read my disclosure policy. I love grilling for my family when the weather is nice, and recipes like my Grilled Chicken Sandwiches and Grilled Chicken and Tomato Kebabs are part of our regular weeknight dinner rotation during the summer. Even after I put away the grill for the season,
Thinking of adding a jump rope into your fitness routine? Jumping rope is a great way to add cardio and break a sweat, even if you only have a few minutes. It’s also easy to do at home or outdoors, and the equipment takes up no space at all. Jumping rope may conjure up memories
This post may contain affiliate links. Read my disclosure policy. Snowman Chocolate Bark is no-bake treat, perfect for the holidays made with mini marshmallows, chocolate, pretzel sticks, and sprinkles. Snowman Chocolate Bark If you need some holiday baking ideas to give as gifts that don’t require any baking, you’ll love these cute snowmen bark! They’re
“You have to engage your core.” There’s an ongoing joke in my house that working your core will fix just about any issue. As a former Pilates instructor, this is my go-to fix-it line. Back pain? Engage your core. Knees hurt going downstairs? Engage your core. Trouble memorizing irregular Spanish verbs? Engage your core. The
This post may contain affiliate links. Read my disclosure policy. A free 7-day, flexible weight loss meal plan including breakfast, lunch and dinner ideas and a shopping list. All recipes include macros and Weight Watchers points. Free 7 Day Healthy Meal Plan (Dec 11-17) As the holidays draw near, so does the pressure to make sure you haven’t forgotten any presents! They can add
The pair of running shoes you choose can make or break your run. You ever slipped on a pair only to feel that red-hot feeling of an incoming blister a few kms into your first run? Or you take your shoes off after a long run to find a blackening toenail? Whatever your woeful running
In one TikTok video, footage of a thin woman in a one-piece bathing suit transitions to a video of the same woman, now proudly displaying her buns of steel in a thongkini: “POV: you traded Pilates for real weight training,” the voiceover and on-screen caption says. Implied here, of course, is that this creator “transformed”
1296 shares This post may contain affiliate links. Read my disclosure policy. Ring in the New Year, or enjoy them at any time of year, with this comforting Southern-style recipe for crockpot black-eyed peas with ham! Crockpot Black-Eyed Peas Did you know that black-eyed peas are actually beans, not peas? Either way, they’re an excellent
If you’re anything like us, leggings are your most-worn item in your wardrobe. Working from home? Pull on leggings and a sweatshirt. Taking the dog for a walk? Leggings it is. And, yes, obviously, yoga practice, HIIT class, lifting session — leggings are a no-brainer. The only problem is, a closet full of leggings for
This post may contain affiliate links. Read my disclosure policy. These Spinach-Artichoke Crostini are topped with a rich and creamy spread that is easy to assemble for a holiday appetizer! Spinach-Artichoke Crostini This Spinach-Artichoke Crostini recipe is similar to my spinach-artichoke dip—only they’re perfectly portioned and much easier to eat at a cocktail party. Plus,
Love ’em or hate ’em, there’s a reason burpees are a mainstay in many HIIT classes — the exercise works nearly every muscle group in your bod in a single move. “When done correctly, the burpee can have incredible health benefits,” Grace Taylor, PT, DPT, previously told POPSUGAR. “They activate many muscles, including the glutes,
This post may contain affiliate links. Read my disclosure policy. These homemade Garlic Cheddar Biscuits, made healthier with Greek yogurt, are golden brown, light, and flaky! Garlic Cheddar Biscuits These made from scratch, Garlic Butter Cheddar Biscuits are the perfect side dish for any meal, whether you’re having a bowl of pasta, soup, chili, or
Move faster with this get-nimble, get-quick explosive 15-minute workout routine. And you should have 15 minutes to spare, so no excuses! Ready, set, slim down. Guess what? Agility drills aren’t just for border collies. In fact, they’re a crucial part of any workout plan. Being able to start, stop and change direction quickly builds stamina
Manduka PRO Yoga Mat ($99, originally $138) If you’re interested in investing in a top-tier yoga mat, Manduka’s options won’t disappoint. You can think of it as the Lululemon leggings of yoga mats, loved by instructors for its dense cushioning, latex-free and Oeko-Tex-certified PVC material, and durability. One shopper who rated it five stars wrote:
This beginner-friendly foam-rolling tutorial is a welcome reminder that your body needs rest. Whether you’re new to foam rolling or just trying to figure out how to soothe sore muscles, these 15 minutes can make a world of difference. Get started with a total-body session led by celebrity trainer and Train Like a Gymnast founder