Silencing the mind. That's what meditation is. A lot of us think we don't have time to meditate, or we don't need to. Maybe we think we are happy enough with the way life is on the outside. But it turns out meditating has health benefits beyond momentary serenity. Here are a few reasons why you need to say "om" every day. 1. Concentration A clear mind can make you more productive, especially in creative disciplines. When you meditate, you practice removing outside distractions from your immediate thinking. This practice can help you become more productive when you sit down... CONTINUE READING 12
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Are you ready for bathing suit season? That’s okay, neither are we. If you’ve been feeling a little less than inspired to hit the gym lately, we feel you. But now that the weather is warmer and the sun sets later, there’s no better time to give your fitness routine a little revamp to help you stay motivated and, not... CONTINUE READING 7
These days, it’s hard to walk down the beverage aisle of your grocery store and not be perplexed by the rows of juices, smoothies, and carbonated drinks—all promising a wealth of health benefits. Coconut water, kombucha, kefir, and pressed vegetable and fruit juices for diet cleanses and detoxing have become increasingly popular. But do these drinks really live up to... CONTINUE READING 3
Facebook females of the world, cut yourselves some slack. The days of dressing up for yourselves or for your peers are far gone—now, going out means submitting yourself to an onslaught of iPhone flashes and instant uploads to social media, so in a word, your image is up for public scrutiny on a regular basis. Our generation is more attuned... CONTINUE READING 8
7 Ways to De-Stress After Work
You're so busy. You're absolutely killing it at the office, and if we may say so, you look amazing doing it. But how's your personal life? Your success at work relies on your ambition as much as setting healthy boundaries between work and home life. Here are some tips for developing an evening routine that helps you de-stress and reboot at... CONTINUE READING 3
The Benefits of Yoga
Yoga is great because it can be personalized to each specific person depending on skill level and need. And in a world where stress and chaos are hitting us constantly, we need a way to release tension and nurture ourselves. Yoga can help you relax and improve you whole body. We have outlined the main benefits... CONTINUE READING 17
5 Thoughts to Inspire You
1. Yes, You Are Beautiful Ladies, go easy on yourself! It's been confirmed - we are our own worst critic. In this Real Beauty ad by Dove, an artist sketched women first as they described themselves, then as others described them. The second drawing was always more flattering than the first. Watch the video and go easy on yourself today and from now... CONTINUE READING 14
We can all agree that each and every one of us has a part of our body that we just can’t seem to accept. Whether it is our stomachs or our inner thighs, we just can’t seem to stop staring at it! We have outlined a few exercises to help you tone based on your specific problem area! - Grace... CONTINUE READING 17
Get a Bikini Body With These 6 Ab Exercises
We couldn’t be more ready for spring right now, whether it’s the outdoor brunches with girlfriends or the shorter hemlines and bare legs. But there’s always one thing about spring that makes us nervous: showing off our bikini bodies. Have no fear with these 6 workouts targeting your abs, muffin top, love handles, lower-back, kangaroo sack, or whatever you choose to... CONTINUE READING 18
Those sugary Easter treats may be tempting (hello, Peeps!) but if you’re searching for some healthier alternatives, look to these mouth-watering snacks to get you in the festive mood. From organic jelly beans to scrumptious fruit baskets, don’t worry! We’ve got your low-sugar needs covered. -Courtney Leiva Peeled Snacks Gently Dried Fruit ($2.20 per serving at peeledsnacks.com) Looking for the perfect... CONTINUE READING 6
With the warmer weather approaching, perhaps the one thing we all want to do is to look good in our fresh new threads. But for some, the word “diet” can be a little worrisome (and just plain annoying). And of all the diet methods out there, juice diets can be the most intimidating--and expensive--of them all. Luckily, we... CONTINUE READING 14



















