Do This 11-Minute Workout First Thing In The Morning

During each circuit you will alternate betweenstrength and cardio movesand finish with a bonuscore-targeting exercises. Complete circuit one twice before moving on to circuit twoand take one minute to rest between circuits. Tony Anderson, Getty Images

August 25, 2016 · 1 min · 36 words · Gina Gordon

Bomb-Diggity or Bust? I Tried My Pre-Teen Beauty Faves From The '90s As An Adult

The resemblance is uncanny. As a pure, unadulterated lover of all things ’90s, I sought to answer this question. And let me tell youit wasn’t easy to pull off! To make matters worse, my lip liner turned out tragically uneven. However when I arrived at work, I learned that wearing a scrunchie is like wearing a Scarlet Letter. Cant remember which one, but some ’90s character. Seriously, white eye shadow?...

August 24, 2016 · 2 min · 423 words · Amy Taylor

PMS On Overdrive: What It Feels Like to Have PMDD

This, however, was not a wholly ordinary day, nor was it an ordinary reaction. This was my birthday, and this was a meltdown. I snapped at my BFF for choosing to leave earlier than Id expected, and without prior warning. I wound up crying in a Starbucks with my friend Jordan over a midnight cup of decaf. When I woke up the next morning, I got my period. Many women have premenstrual issues, he explains....

August 24, 2016 · 3 min · 429 words · Michael Jones

This Mom-To-Be's Stunning Maternity Photos Are A Pinterest Dream Come True

Keturah Antongiorgi, a 26-year-old U.S. Army officer stationed in Texas, is expecting her first child in September. The stunning pictures were taken by photographerNeva Michelle, who also shot Antongiorgi and her husband’s adorablegender revealcelebration. (Spoiler alert: she’s having aboy!) Neva Michelle Photography “I wanted something special with just me and my belly,” shewroteon her blog. The intent was to capture the beauty and art of carrying life." Oh, and she didn’t actually pose in a tub full of milk....

August 24, 2016 · 1 min · 127 words · Andrew Dean

11 Ways To Make A Basic Plank More Challenging

Basichigh planksand forearm planks are terrificcore exercises, but they can feel a little overused. Here are 11 ways to give a little extraoomphto this workout mainstay. Mihailomilovanovic / Getty Images

August 23, 2016 · 1 min · 30 words · Sarah Clark

10 Refreshing Summer Cocktails And Mocktails To Make At Your Next BBQ

But then suddenly everyone gets thirstyremember, it’s hot. So what do you do? You serve them one of these 10 incredibly refreshing drinks. Elise Bauer via simplyrecipes.com It’s refreshing and much easier to make than a classic colada, because it only requiresfive ingredients! Garden Tea Cocktails Pinkies up! Channel your inner garden party-goddess with these lavender-infused tea cocktails. Strawberry Julius This fluffy mocktail is like a grown-up strawberry milkshake. 5-Ingredient Sangria Nothing says summer quite like sangria....

August 22, 2016 · 1 min · 157 words · Aaron Contreras

I Forced Myself To Get 8 Hours Of Sleep A Night—And TBH I Wasn't That Impressed

I have never been one forsleeping. I was feeling pretty lousy, and my doctor at the time asked me about mysleep habits. At risk sounded sort of bad, so I did check myself. Courtesy of Author Ever since, I have prioritized sleep. The idea that we basically spend one-third of our lives unconscious. Cant I just be superhuman instead? An iced coffee I mindlessly bought out of habit but didn’t even need....

August 22, 2016 · 3 min · 531 words · Rhonda Clark

I Had an Abortion at Age 14 and I Don’t Regret It

My name is Dana Davenport. I had sex, became pregnant, and decided to have an abortion. My name is Dana Davenport and I had an abortion at age 14. Photo by Valerie Fischel. T-shirt byShout Your Abortion I havent said these words so publicly until now. I am now taking ownership of my abortion and looking it in the face. I had an abortion and my only regret is having felt ashamed for it....

August 22, 2016 · 3 min · 554 words · Renee Trevino

4 Must-See Moments From The Rio Olympics Closing Ceremony

The 2016Olympic Gamesin Rio came to an end tonight with a stunning closing ceremony. The Rio games opened with a focus on Brazil’s history, and it ended the same way. The ceremony included several dazzling cultural segments, including performers dressed as Macawsbirds native to North and South America. Patrick Smith / Getty Images This content can also be viewed on the site itoriginatesfrom. All the athletes came together to process and recognize their accomplishments at this year’s games....

August 21, 2016 · 2 min · 253 words · Larry Baker

9 Of The Best Kitchen Gadgets For Weight Loss And Healthy Eating

All products featured on Self are independently selected by our editors. However, we may receive compensation from retailers and/or from purchases of products through these links. So here’s the thing about cooking at home: It’s a process. Craig P. Jewell / Getty Images A gratifying process, yes, but a process nonetheless. From there, you may want to look into these nine registered dietitian-recommend healthy-food tools. Ilana Muhlstein, R.D. Excalibur via Amazon...

August 20, 2016 · 2 min · 247 words · Jeffrey Patterson

The Best Bralettes For Women With D Cups And Up

All products featured on Self are independently selected by our editors. However, we may receive compensation from retailers and/or from purchases of products through these links. Not because I think the lacy tops aren’t cutethey’re freakin' adorable. Courtesy of Brand The soft cup style is the perfect marriage between a bandeau and a camisole. Turns out, I was wrong. They are also super comfortable for bedtime. Shop 10 options made for cup sizes D and up below....

August 20, 2016 · 1 min · 88 words · Eric Smith

3 Times When Spotting During Pregnancy Could Signal a Problem

All products featured on Self are independently selected by our editors. However, we may receive compensation from retailers and/or from purchases of products through these links. Spotting during pregnancy can be a perplexing issue. She is 39 weeks pregnant Isnt one of the boons of pregnancynotruining moreunderwearwith period blood? Sorry to break it to you, but this is a thing. But when is spotting during pregnancy a sign of a possible problem and when is it normal?...

August 19, 2016 · 2 min · 371 words · Heather Clark

6 Easy Ways To Cut Carbs At Breakfast Time

There’s no better way to kick start the day than with a tasty breakfast. These nutrients will provide you with sustained energy. Turn your breakfast sandwiches into open-face toast. This content is subject to copyright. Breakfast sandwichesare great, but they’re also pretty carby. An easy way to cut the carb-count of your favorite bacon, egg, and cheese in half? Remove one slice of bread and turn it into open-face toast....

August 19, 2016 · 2 min · 271 words · Hannah Martin