The Best Puffer Jackets to Get You Through Winter 2024

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. When its cold enough outside to make your face hurt, having a super-warm coat is a must. Courtesy of brands/Wesley Hall Synthetic materials or down alternatives are better suited for rain and wet snow. It has 14,359 five-star reviews, with many noting that its lightweight but still warm enough for chilly days....

December 16, 2022 · 1 min · 166 words · Annette Hays

14 Best Leggings on Amazon for Lounging, Hiking, Running, and More

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. But the gems arent always easy to find amid Amazons endless optionsmany of which dont come from legit sellers. Whatever is on your wish list, weve got an option here youll love. The inclusion of a gusseted crotch reduces irritation and eliminateschafing. This comfy pick comes with side pockets and is also squat-proof (no peekaboo undies here!...

December 13, 2022 · 2 min · 258 words · Elizabeth Black

A 12-Minute, Total-Body Beginner Workout to Ease You Into Strength Training

But before any of that happens? It’s really important that you feel comfortable with each movement pattern in pretty simple exercises, says Freeman. This workout delivers all that in the form of six beginner-friendly variations of the major movement patterns. Katie Thompson Take, for instance, the second exercise featured in this workout: theglute bridge. Now, you may notice this workout includes ample rest. Thats intentional because the focus here is on building muscle memory and muscle, says Freeman....

December 13, 2022 · 2 min · 233 words · Rachel Powers

The Meal I Eat When I’m Feeling Cozy: White Chicken Chili

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. Dinner was just really crazy. Half-Baked Harvest / Luke Fontana We would eat super, super late, Gerard tells SELF. I helped get dinner together for most of middle school and high school. Thus,Half-Baked Harvestwas born. Read on for how she sets the stage to enjoy this hearty dish with some major comfy vibes....

December 9, 2022 · 2 min · 348 words · Jasmine Swanson

21 FSA-Eligible Items to Shop Before the 2022 Deadline

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. After all, if you dont use that money by the end of the year, youll lose it. Courtesy of brands/Summer Soleil What is an FSA? AsSELF has previously reported, an FSA is a tax-free savings plan provided by your employer. Unlike a health savings account (HSA), an FSA doesnt require a high deductible....

December 8, 2022 · 1 min · 194 words · Brittany Carpenter

The Cold Weather Hater’s Guide to Getting Outside a Little More This Winter

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 doesnt have to be this way. Adobe Stock / Sami It could just be right outside your front door. If youre feeling ambitious, you could combine it with something more active like snowshoeing or cross-country skiing. I don’t go outside in the wintertime for fitness, period, she says....

December 8, 2022 · 3 min · 509 words · Shelley Allen

Yes, You *Can* Make Chewy, Gooey, Crowd-Pleasing Vegan Cookies—Here’s How

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. These arent vegan,are they?These are so goodtheres no way theyre vegan! Say-Cheese/Getty Images And I totally get it. Vegan has become synonymous withhealthy(diet culture, will you ever die?) and in the dessert world, healthy is often code for…not good. So when I say, Would you like to try one of my vegan snickerdoodles?...

December 7, 2022 · 2 min · 330 words · Emily Nguyen

11 Therapists on Dealing With Stressful Family Relationships During the Holidays

But the truth is, there are far more people dealing with tough familystuffthan meets the eye. We just dont post about our struggles on social media. Ask yourselfwhyyoure going home for the holidays. Macpherson/Getty Images/Amanda K Bailey Are you going simply because youre expected to? Or because youll feel guilty if you dont? Are you genuinely excited about reconnecting with some family members and creating new memories? If visiting your family comes at the expense of your mental health, the cost may be too high....

December 6, 2022 · 3 min · 559 words · Donald Marquez

6 People With Eczema Share How They Deal With Horrible Winter Flare-Ups

For many people witheczema, wintertime can be the most trying season. This can mean months of discomfort until the weather becomes milder again. So what can you do to make it through the season with fewer flare-ups? AleksandarNakic I take lukewarm showers and apply lotion immediately after. I also use bars of goat milk soap, which is very mild. The first thing she does after stepping out of the shower is moisturize her skin....

December 5, 2022 · 2 min · 363 words · Hunter Alvarado

15 Resistance Band Exercises to Work Your Entire Body

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. When you picture strength training, moves withdumbbells, kettlebells, and barbells likely come to mind. Katie Thompson But slotting in resistance band exercises is another way to effectively fire up your muscles. Curious to know more? So grab your nearest pack of em and get ready to work!...

December 2, 2022 · 3 min · 517 words · Michael Lopez

5 Tips for Everyone Who Gets a Liiittle Too Carried Away When Holiday Shopping

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 easy to feel financially…unwellduring the holidays. Westend61/Getty (Not to mention all those tempting seasonal sales!) I don’t want to look like Scrooge!" Holiday gift-giving pressure isnt all external, though. Adding to all of these sky-high expectations are the additional financial stressors of this particular holiday season....

December 2, 2022 · 2 min · 336 words · Edwin Woods

6 Ways Being Angry All the Time Can Wreak Havoc on Your Body

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. This article is part of All the Rage, an editorial package that digs into the science of anger. Amrita Marino SELF will be publishing new articles for this series all week.Read more here. Most of us get angry, to some degree, on a regular basis....

December 1, 2022 · 3 min · 493 words · Norma Benitez

When Postpartum Depression Shows Up as Intense Anger

This article is part of All the Rage, an editorial package that digs into the science of anger. SELF will be publishing new articles for this series all week.Read more here. At times, I would get really frustrated and it came out as angerand almost rage. Jordan Moss He started to have a tantrumtotally normal for his ageand I started yelling, she says. I was so angry at the situation....

December 1, 2022 · 3 min · 544 words · Andrew Martin