This article originally appeared in the June 2016 issue of SELF. Sophie Turner is remarkably self-possessed. Coming of age on-set “makes you grow up faster,” says Turner. Raf Stahelin “But it also ignites that playfulness within you.” “Sansa is really coming into her own now,” says Turner. “It was nice to explore that.” Raf Stahelin “I needed to get in shapeand quick!” Her 13-hour workdays included up to 60 minutes ofexercisesix times a week....
If youre looking tocrank up the intensityof your workout, may we suggest adding plyometric exercises to your routine? These challenging moves can supercharge any sessionplus provide some serious benefits in the process. Thats what makes them so tough. Katie Thompson Although you may not have heard the termplyometricsbefore, chances are youre already familiar with them. You dont need to go to the gym to do so either. Keep scrolling for everything you’re gonna wanna know....
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. Coordinating your lip color with your manicure is an easy way to add a double dose of glam. Corina Marie Howell / Getty Images Take purple for instance. The vibrant color can come in deep violet shades or light lilac tones. The unlimited options can make finding matchy-matchy lipstick and nail combos seem like an impossible task....
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. It happens to the best of us. You leave the house after one last glance in the mirror looking pristine. But like a Girl Scout, you could be prepared for the worst. Trust me, these are tips I’ve learned from my own clumsy mistakes....
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. Which, unfortunately, is rarely as healthy as you probably would like in an ideal world. via IriGri8 / Getty Images The more you plan ahead, though, the fewer of those last-minute decisions you’ll have to make. Why, all these healthy snacks andmeals you preppeda few days ago!...
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. I mean, they’re versatile, nutritious, and absurdly Instagrammable. amazon.com But the struggle that comes along with them? Step two: Scoop out your perfect avocado. Step three: [Insert heart-eye emoji here]. This handy three-way tool will give you the perfect slices for Instagram-able avocado toast. They maylooktoo perfect to eat, but then again, who could resist?...
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. Theres no question that Im a skincare devotee. Typically, I have about a 10-step skincare routine both AM and PM. And no, it wasnt because of theK-beauty trend. Its been since I was 18. (Im now 31.) I cant help itI just hate when people touch my face....
Building a family wasn’t an easy journey for Spencer and Whitney Blake. The Idaho couple spent three years trying to conceive both with and without medical assistance. Eventually, doctors said they simply had “unexplainedinfertility,” which isn’t rare. They posted them on theirblogduring the last week of April, which was National Infertility Awareness Week. Whitney stands forlorn in front of a “Dead End” sign in one image. Naturally, the pics went viral....
On the one hand, the awe-inspiring physical changes may reinforce how magical it is to be pregnant. But there are also many times when the experience isn’t exactly a picnic. In fact, it can straight up be a pain in thevagina(pun intended). Julien L. Balmer/Adobe Stock Theres a solid amount of discomfort in the mix. With that in mind, heres everything it’s crucial that you know about pregnancy pains. Common Pregnancy Pains Pregnancy impacts several different parts of your body, and thepainsare no different....
Youve likely heard ofmultiple sclerosis (M.S. ), anautoimmune diseasethat damages nerves in the brain and spinal cord. As a complicated and relatively invisible disease, M.S. Hiroshi Watanabe / Getty Images is frequently misunderstood or overlooked. But given that M.S. can cause irreversible neurological issues, its important to understand signs of M.S. Multiple sclerosis happens when the immune system attacks nerves in the brain and spinal cord. All of this can cause severedisabilityover time....
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. Its not new, but its not necessarily something you think of doing every week either. Tonic Photo Studios / Getty Images Here are eight tips for getting started with parchment paper cooking. Related:7 Easy Ways To Sneak More Vegetables Into Your Diet Keep it to one serving per bag....
Plus, protein can take a while to digest, which keeps you fuller for longer, she says. And along with fiber and fat, it helps keep your energy levels stable. Sure, youcouldjust make a protein shake, but where’s the fun in that? Dana and John Shultz / via minimalistbaker.com; Graphic by Jocelyn Runice Here are 10 recipes that make that six gram-cut (or higher)andare under 250 calories. Bonus: It only takes five minutes to make....
Bloatingis no one’s friend. That perfectly full feeling when you’re completely satiated is one thing. Feelinguncomfortablyfull or blown-upsometimes to the point that it’s hard to button your favorite jeansis an entirely different matter. PeopleImages / Getty Images These complexcarbohydratesusually serve up plenty of fiber, which is great. It’s a key nutrient for your digestive system, and it can help you feel fuller longer. It’s natural to feel puffy after chowing down on these members of the legume family....
