At this time last year, most of us had no idea whether summer camps would be open for 2020, as COVID-19 spread throughout the world. This year, though the pandemic is far from over, things are looking a lot better for kids longing for a summer full of friendship bracelets, swim classes, sun burns, and silly songs — and for parents hoping to give kids some of those quintessential experiences. Some summer camps are filling up already, but if you’re still on the fence about whet...

Some nights, you have time to research a new recipe online, casually shop around for ingredients at your local supermarket, and meticulously prepare a photo-worthy dinner. But most nights? Most nights you barely have time to take a shower before bed, let alone cook an entire meal from scratch. And for those nights, it's totally worth it to have these healthy foods stashed in your freezer so you can throw something together that's both fast and good for you. Frozen foods don...

Starting a new fitness routine is nothing short of exhilarating. Within the first week, you’ll likely find yourself with more energy, better sleep, a boosted mood, and the feeling of accomplishment that comes along with knowing that you’re doing something good for your body. But while any sort of movement deserves to be celebrated, there are a few beginner workout mistakes a trainer wants you to stop making in order to reap the full benefits of your new regimen. Below,&...

Whether you're looking to strengthen your muscles, lose weight through exercise, improve stamina and endurance, or just stay healthy, what's perhaps even more important than working out to reach your goals is nourishing your body with foods that can amplify your results. "Once your workout is over the body will begin rebuilding glycogen stores and restoring muscle protein to regrow the muscles. Knowing this, the nutrients you take in post-workout can be just as important as the workou...

Understanding stretching There's a lot of incorrect (and downright confusing) information about stretching out there. It can leave you with more questions than answers: Is ballistic stretching bad? What's the difference between active stretching and dynamic stretching—or are they the same thing? It's understandable if you're scratching your head. So, what's an exerciser to do? Start by determining what you hope to get out of a stretching session. Then learn the diffe...

Trying the popular, healthy Mediterranean diet could benefit not just you, but everyone you live with, new research suggests. Family members of people who followed a Mediterranean diet lost weight and improved their eating habits, even without doing a specific diet program themselves, according to a study published March 3 in the International Journal of Obesity. The Mediterranean diet, based on traditional eating patterns in countries like Spain, Italy, and Greece, is one of the most res...

Fitness influencers are a dime a dozen these days. The trouble is, however, that the lack of regulation on social media means anyone can give out fitness advice, and there's a lot of misinformation that has the potential to be damaging.  A recent study of fitness content on TikTok found that 27% of the videos that were analyzed demonstrated bad form or incorrect advice, with kettlebell swings coming out top as the exercise most often performed wrong (80% of the time). But if you'...

Hatha yoga has become one of the more popular types of yoga because it can build strength, improve flexibility, and align posture - while still being gentle enough for most bodies. "If you've been to a yoga class, you likely practiced hatha yoga," says certified yoga instructor Adrienne Leslie. "It's a great option for both beginners and experienced yogis. The instructors will cue the breath and guide you into proper alignment in the poses, and the poses can be modified based on the expe...

Good nutrition is essential for both the mind and body, but most Americans don't follow a healthy diet. That's where the daily value system comes in. The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) created the daily value system to make it easier for people to meet their daily nutritional needs. Found on the nutrition label, the daily value system tells you can help you determine if a product is high or low in particular nutrients. What does daily value mean? Daily value (DV) ...

No one wants to hear (or even think) this, but if you work out regularly and don't wash your athletic attire well enough or often enough, you very well may stink. Bacteria, sweat, and body oils collect inside synthetic fabrics like your leggings or sports bra and can cause a funky odor, says dermatologist Joshua Zeichner, MD, director of cosmetic and clinical research at Mount Sinai Hospital in New York City. And the more bacteria in your sweat, the greater your chances of stinking. (Here are th...