Caitlin Carlson

Hitting your step goal has never been easier.

The moves are uncomplicated and pack major payoffs.

A new study sheds light on why some people are more tolerant of physical activity.

No equipment necessary!

“Wow. My abs are so sore.”

As you bop around from work to Pilates class—or every time you soak in the bath or change a tampon—there’s a unique community of microorganisms keeping you healthy below the belt. You probably didn’t even realize it, as this environment humbly operates on autopilot and does its own thing. Even so, new technology and emerging research are shedding light on how the fascinating ecosystem known as the vaginal microbiome might be the key to unlocking exciting health discoveries. The V microbiome is a…

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In an ideal world, you have 45 minutes to an hour in a fully decked out gym to get in the workout of your dreams. But in the real world, sometimes you only have five to 10 minutes and, well, no equipment at all. That’s where this seven-minute at-home glute workout comes in. Whether you’re traveling or want to squeeze in a quick sweat at home in between meetings, this routine, designed by Sandy Brockman, CPT, is for you. While it’s glute-focused, it’ll actually work your entire lower body—and FYI…

Truth: They woke up like this. Some people really are more inclined to find joy in exercise. But! You can rewire your brain to join that “love it” group, research shows. When experts measured the electrical connectivity in the brains of people who are recreationally active, they found that those who perceive themselves as being highly tolerant of physical effort had greater levels of “remembered pleasure” afterward, according to the new study by Florida International University. Meanwhile, those…