Why Are Some Siblings Not Close?

“Siblings by chance, best friends by choice,” the cliché goes. But ask…

A Surprising Workout to Help You Feel Calmer (It’s Not Yoga)

“I like to think of exercise as a bit of a buffer,”…

What to Know About Trying to Conceive If You’re Taking a GLP-1

GLP-1 medications are more popular than ever, as science continues to discover…

How to Manage Your Money in a Season of Grief

Welcome to Money Rx, SELF’s monthly financial checkup that goes beyond the…

This Is the Workout That Actually Builds Bone Density

Bone density might not be the first thing you think about when…

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5 Ways Your Social Connections Can Boost Your Longevity

If a random yap session or do-nothing hangout has left you feeling warm and glowy,…

Why Anxiety in Your 30s and 40s Can Feel Worse, According to a Licensed Therapist

Your 30s and 40s are what some would consider the best years of your life.…

Why You Don’t Need a Detox to Reset Your Body

Sometime around 2010 (or earlier if you move in particularly health-centric or woo-woo circles), the idea that our bodies are…

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How the ‘Friendship Shelf’ Theory Can Help You Identify Toxic Friends

My friend said that dialing into this approach allowed her to view friendship as ever-evolving,…

Going to the Same Place Over and Over Again Is Really Good for You, Actually

Almost every Friday, my best friend and I head to our local pizza restaurant, slide…

Meet the ‘Finger Princess’: The Annoying Friend Everyone Has

Certain friendship red flags are universally understood. Most of us can quickly point to the…

Are Leg Extensions Bad for Your Knees? The Truth About Quad Growth, ACL Stress, and Knee Health

When I first started out as a certified trainer, experienced trainers would oftentimes warn me…

Reps in Reserve (RIR) Training Explained: Science, Myths, and Whether It’s Hurting or Saving Your Gains

Depending on who you ask, Reps in Reserve can be a science-backed way to train…

This Skin Care Guide Will Prepare You for All Seasons

Regular sweating and seasonal changes can wreak havoc on the skin causing breakouts, clogged pores,…

Front Squat Setup Guide: Master Bar Position, Elbow Drive & Perfect Form

Shifting the barbell from the back to the front is a whole different ballgame for…

What are ‘Super Agers’ and How Can You Become One?

You’ve probably already noticed that age really is just a number, but while it’s simply…

Half-Kneeling Pallof Press: The Anti-Rotation Core Exercise That Helps Build Stronger Lifts

Rotation exercises are all the rage because they look cool and athletic. But performing them…

Medical Experts Explain What May Be Causing Your ‘Popping’ Joints

Sometimes, our bodies produce sounds that catch us off guard, leaving us wondering if we…

The Perfect Warmup Routine for Strength Training: Move Better, Lift Stronger, Avoid Injury

I’ve spent years coaching athletes, from world-level athletes to middle-school phenoms, and lifters across a…