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Chowing down on anutritious snackis a great way to get yourself amped for a workout. Maybe thats because youre coming from work and were barely even able to throw on sneakers and leggings. But if you are, having ready-to-go, store-bought snacks on hand is the easy solution for this situation. Which snacks should you shop? Registered dietitians have seven great recommendations. The mix of carbs and protein will provide you with sustained energy throughout your workout....

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. AnaOno Intimates is making things a little bit easier for post-mastectomy patients. Tracy Birdsell Photography assisted by Amy Lee Mayer Photography Each piece focuses on making sure survivors feel as comfortable as possible with lightweight, breathable fabrics. Each of the five women featured has a courageous story....

Like so many brides, I wanted toget in kickass shape for my wedding day. How great could I feel? This is what happened. Courtesy of Suzanne D’Amato It feels sort of embarrassing to admitretro, maybe? But the desire is very real. Its not that my dress, a sleeveless lace number with a nipped-in waist, is particularly body-con. Courtesy of Suzanne D’Amato Still, those photos are going to be around for a long time....

Ah, the hymen. Oftentimes the discussion starts and ends with something about virginity. (You know, that whole popping the cherry concept.) There are many misconceptions about hymens and how they break. Hear us out: Thats pretty old-school thinking. The truth is your hymen can tear from myriad circumstancesif you even have one to begin with. Consider this your hymen cheat sheet. What is a hymen, anyway? What does a hymen look like?...

The only downside with these fall foods is that they can often be pretty darn decadent. Whatever your situation, be sure to consider all your options. They’ll satisfy your cool-weather cravings in a way that doesn’t overdo it. Dana and John Shultz via minimalistbaker.com Loaded Vegetarian Baked Sweet PotatofromSkinnyTaste Baked sweet potatoes? We want to go to there. Per one serving:307 calories 8-Ingredient Zucchini LasagnafromMinimalist Baker There are so many reasons to love this recipe....

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. Your pup is your best friend, so there is no way you could leave them out of yourHalloweenplans. @konerbrounelvia Instagram you could bring your canine companion along for trick or treating with a well-crafted pet costume. BrowsingEtsyandPetSmart, there are plenty of options it’s possible for you to buy....

Off the bat, being pregnant onHalloweenmight sound like acostumehindrance. But really, a baby bump can be an amazingcostumeopportunity if you build your costume around it. Here, 18 costume ideas for moms-to-be. Instagram @jennifer.ingle; sammydunoff Construction worker. Extra points for a cheeky “Baby Depot” sign. Gumball machine. And make it a littlesuggestivewith dad-to-be as a quarter. Winnie the Pooh. You already have the honey belly! Udder-ly cute cow. Though this might hit a little too close to home once baby comes along....

You may have heard ofplus-sizeblogger and model Simone Mariposa. In July, the 23-year-old made waves when she started the#WeWearWhatWeWanttrend on Twitter. It went viral, inspiring other women across social media to share photos with the tag #WeWearWhatWeWant. Taylor Giavasis / @thenakeddiaries And today,Mariposais making body-positive waves yet again. Mariposa posed for photographer Taylor Giavasis, who runs the Instagram account @thenakeddiaries. Giavasis photographs nude women, and she shares the unedited photos to show ladies in all their natural beauty....

Atotal-body workoutpulled up on your phonecheck. This is one way to spend your rest day. Often we call all cardio aerobics, but aerobic is actually a specific energy system, explains Lefkowith. Rachel Stickly [Energy systems] relate to how your body produces energy to fuel your workouts. Anaerobic activities are short intervals of work used to improve speed and power, explains Lefkowith. Think of this as a round of exercises. Acompound exerciseis a move that incorporates multiple muscle groups, likelunges,deadlifts, andsquats....

When done right,breakfast can be amazing. Napping at your desk before noon? Even with naturally occurring sugars, it’s best tokeep your intake under 36 grams. Courtesy of Mars And when you spot them, you’ll want to aim to avoid them. And some of these breakfast foods have half as much or more sugar than that. Take a look below. Granola bar = 1.5 fun-size Snickers bars Granola bars are so sneaky....

Still stumped on what to dress up asfor Halloween? Read on, because “baby, what’s your sign?” is about to take on a whole new meaning. @airica.michelle via Instagram Match made in heaven. Tell us about it, stud. Libra (September 23 October 22): “I’m A Mouse. You’re charming and outgoing, so it’s no surprise that you love to make people laugh. Capricorn (December 22 January 19): Olivia Pope You take pride in your get-it-done attitude....

If you haven’t decided on aHalloweencostume yet, youve got just under a week to choose a look. And Pinterest is a great place to go for spooky beauty ideas. The only problem: There are more than 273 million Halloween makeup tutorials on the site. Warner Bros. Pictures Via YouTube That’s a lot of scrolling, but there’s no need to freak out. Our friends at Pinterest helped us round up the top five ideas that are being pinned like crazy....

As a beauty editor, I’ve read time and time again about the skincare benefits of natural ingredients. You just have to scroll through Pinterest to see the different ways people incorporate fresh food intoDIY face masks. Then, I was ready to put all the food on my face. Courtesy of Emily Rekstis Keep reading to see my day-by-day DIY skincare diary. “Rich in healthy fats, vitamins, and antioxidants, avocado is very hydrating,” explains Shah....