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Shin splints can be the ultimate buzzkill for anyone who enjoys running, jumping, or remaining active. This persistent discomfort along the shins can significantly derail your workout plans and leave you benched. The silver lining? A few targeted stretches can not only alleviate pain but can also prevent shin splints from interrupting your fitness routine. If you're eager to relieve tightness, enhance flexibility, or mitigate lower leg pain, we've compiled a list of the best stretches for shin splints that will keep your legs feeling great and ready to perform. First things first: What causes shin splints? The tibialis anterior—the muscle that runs along the front of your shin—plays a pivotal role in the onset of shin splints, says Jake Harcoff, CSCS, a certified strength and conditioning specialist and founder of AIM Athletic. This muscle acts like a brake that moderates your foot's…

The moon hangs out in sultry Scorpio for a few more hours this morning and then enters bold, brash Sagittarius, a sign wholly unafraid of big ideas and even bigger plans. Your daily horoscope for the final Friday of 2024 is rife with inspiration and big-time optimism. Laughter is medicine at the moment, so LOL early and often, and choose spontaneity over seriousness as much as you can, without blowing up anyone’s schedule. If you haven’t made solid New Year’s Eve plans, this lunation might just convince you to book a last-minute jaunt out of town. Aries March 21–April 19 It’s time to listen to the call of the wild, Aries. The moon is in Sagittarius, your sister fire sign, and it can open your mind wide. You were born brave and audacious, but this lunar phase boosts your tendency to dive into…

It’s the middle of the night, and you wake up sweating. You’ve also been getting hot flashes throughout the day, and you missed your last two periods—even though you’ve taken multiple pregnancy tests that came back negative. If you’re a menstruating person in your 30s or 40s, these symptoms may sound like menopause, which typically doesn’t happen until your late 40s or 50s. Could these actually be signs of early onset menopause instead? While only a healthcare provider can truly answer this for you, menopause can come early (which is different from perimenopause or the stage right before menopause, BTW). Here are nine things experts want you to know about why early menopause happens, if the treatment options are any different from regular menopause, and how it affects your overall health. First, what is early onset menopause? Before we dive in, let’s get…

The astrology of 2024 was no joke—full of highs and lows. But, it ends on a supportive and positive note thanks to the new moon in Capricorn on December 30 at 5:26 p.m. ET. New moons signal fresh starts, and with this one taking place a few days before New Year’s, there’s no better time to set your intentions. Capricorn is a cardinal earth sign with the drive, determination, and momentum to initiate new projects and go after their desires. This moon is also full of grounding energy. Plans you come up with are rooted in reality, and you have the wherewithal to bring them to life with consistent, dedicated action.Capricorn is often associated with ambition and one’s legacy. It’s the builder of the zodiac, which can involve being the architect of one’s future. But Capricorn is also associated with tradition, history, and…

Have you ever felt queasy and instinctively reached for ginger ale or crackers? While these remedies might seem familiar, there's a lesser-known trick that nurses have been using for generations: sniffing rubbing alcohol. While this might initially surprise you, the strong scent of isopropyl alcohol can often work wonders in calming an upset stomach. Curious how this sharp smell can alleviate nausea? Let’s explore this unexpected remedy and discover why it's still a go-to among healthcare professionals. Why Sniffing Rubbing Alcohol Helps Nausea This method of managing nausea is not new. According to Jennifer Shepherd, DNP, MHA, RN, director of nursing education at the American Nurses Association, isopropyl alcohol has been used historically as a folk remedy for nausea, particularly in South America. Recent studies have supported this practice, indicating that sniffing alcohol can significantly reduce nausea severity—by over 50%—often more effectively than…

Content warning: This story contains references to disordered eating and extreme weight-loss strategies, which may be upsetting or triggering for some readers. At her very first powerlifting meet, Brittainy Chown had already noticed a pressure to “weigh in” as light as possible in order to nab the top spot. A former collegiate track athlete, Chown turned to powerlifting—a sport that involves lifting as much weight as possible for one single rep—to tap into her recent appreciation for strength training while satisfying her need to compete. But it took her about a year to finally commit to a meet. Her years of running five-plus hours a day had made her body small and lean. It was hard to shake the nagging feeling that she needed to be “this super thin, skinny” athlete. “I was kind of embarrassed about what my weight had gotten up…

Your daily horoscope is nothing short of intense this Chrismukkah. The stars will deck the halls with relentless passion thanks to the moon’s passage through sultry Scorpio in conversation with Pluto and Mars—the two planets that rule Scorpio. In short, your feelings may be loud, and you may be unable to turn the volume down. Emotional intimacy could feel really good right now, but only if you trust your company. If you feel overwhelmed by obsessive thoughts, start by taking a few deep cleansing breaths, and if you can briefly slip away from family obligations, consider taking a privacy break to meditate, punch a pillow, or simply lie down and rest your eyes. Aries March 21–April 19 As the moon moves through your eighth house of transformation, your desires are deeper than deep, Aries. You might even encounter feelings that scare you merely…

As a child, walking through the aisles of Staples ahead of the first day of school—cart full of highlighters, notecards, binder dividers, and other supplies for my blank canvas of a year—always felt exciting. I couldn’t know what the year would bring, but I sure as heck would be prepared with the right gear. The same goes for planners in adulthood. Entering a fresh year with the right paper planner to help you take charge of your time, tasks, schedule, and goals stands to help you lead a more efficient, productive, and ultimately happy life.“It’s very helpful to offload your mental load so your brain can focus on what you’re trying to do and not on remembering everything you need to do,” says Alexis Haselberger, productivity and time-management coach, explaining why planners are so essential. Additionally, using a planner can enhance your memory,…

Probiotics—aka, good bacteria—have been shown to have many health benefits. Mainly, they can help with a variety of gut health issues, including easing colic in babies, preventing antibiotics-associated diarrhea, or treating constipation. Sure, they can help you feel more regular, but can probiotics help with bloating? If you’re often bloated by the end of the day (which is totally normal, BTW), you’re not alone. "About 50 percent of the general Western population frequently experiences issues related to gut health, like bloating, gas, rumbling, or discomfort," says Miguel Freitas, PhD, one of the world’s leading experts on the complex interactions between probiotics, the gut, and the microbiota and vice president of health and scientific affairs at Danone North America. While there’s no one-size-fits-all solution—bloating and digestive issues can be caused by many different things—there’s growing interest in the use of probiotics for bloating. But,…

Having a smile you love can quite literally transform your life. Countless studies have shown that a beautiful smile can enhance your confidence and improve your social interactions. This explains the growing popularity of dental veneers: custom and permanent coverings for the front surfaces of your teeth that can turn crooked, discolored, or damaged teeth into a gleaming-white smile in just a few hours. However, veneers sometimes get a bad rap. We've all seen individuals with artificial-looking teeth that seem worse than their original smiles. While this can happen with any aesthetic procedure, it highlights the importance of skill in execution. When done right, veneers should look natural and enhance one’s appearance rather than detract from it. What are Veneers? Veneers are essentially thin, artificial surfaces that cover the visible part of the teeth. Dr. Jon Marashi, a cosmetic dentist in Los Angeles,…