This is my last little blog post from my vacation last month, I promise! If you hate, they are gone. If you love them, enjoy the last one. Budapest was never on my list of places to visit until Roomie suggested it. After researching it for 6-months, I could not wait to go. It is allegedly the hipster capital of Europe, and if that meant good food and drinks then I was in. Most of all, Budapest has a rich and extensive history dating back to the Huns. They always seemed to be at battle for their freedom and would always lose. They were part of the Austro-Hungarian Empire ruled by the Hapsburg’s, then controlled by the Nazi regime and then Communists until 1989. It’s crazy to
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The Most Deceiving Butt Workout (It’s More Effective Than You Think)
At first glance, this workout doesn’t look too intense. But don’t be fooled—this barre-inspired seat routine will make your butt burn, especially if you keep the movements as small and controlled as possible. For this 10-minute routine, start in a modified bridge pose, without lifting your hips. You’ll focus on tiny, one-inch pulses (called isometric movements) that sculpt and strengthen the seat. Sure, there are fancier workouts with Jane Fonda-esque moves or standing exercises at a ballet barre, but this routine, based on my Bar Method classes, is my personal favorite—and the one clients say gives them the best burn. Plus, you don’t need any equipment, and you won’t worry about straining your lower back or neck. Here, it’s just you, your butt, and
56 Healthier Burger Recipes for Grilling Season
Summer time means grilling time, and we all know what that means: burger season. We love a good juicy burger just like the rest of ‘em, but we’ll be the first to admit that ladlefuls of mayo and barbecue aren’t necessarily the healthiest choices. So we’ve scoped out all sorts of healthy options to suit any palate, from carnivores to any vegetarians in the house. And do away with boring condiments like lettuce and tomato by subbing in some exciting swaps (fig and goat cheese, anyone?). No matter your taste preference, these healthy recipes will fulfill all your burgery needs all summer long. Tips for Making a Healthier Burger Whatever type of burger you make, before you fire up the grill, keep these tricks in mind
Sprint Tri Packing List + A SpiBelt Giveaway!
Don’t forget the bike! Hah. I feel like I did an awesome job packing for Sunday’s race. I brought everything I needed but didn’t end up carrying around a bunch of extra stuff. Here’s what I took with me: General: Tri-suit (I wore one from MooMotion) Enell sports bra (BTW, this dried off really well in the swim to bike/run transition) Food for before and after race COFFEE! Water bottle Sunscreen Post-race change of clothes Bike Pump Flat Kit Swim: Extra cap Goggles (Others also brought a wetsuit because the swim was wetsuit legal) Bike: Two small hand towels for drying off BIKE! Helmet Gloves (didn’t wear them though) Bike shoes Socks Fuel – I ended up taking three Gus and a packet of
4 Mistakes We All Make When Trying to Cheer Someone Up
We’ve all been there: A friend seeks us out to open up about an issue in their life that’s causing them distress. Maybe we think what they’re going through is trivial, so we spout off a quick reply in attempt to reassure them it’s nothing. Or maybe we think what they’re up against is so crazy or awful that we couldn’t possibly help them in any way, and we have no idea what to say, so we just blurt out… something. Either way, we later realize our efforts to make them feel better may not have been the best way to react. Unfortunately, despite our good intentions, attempting to cheer someone up can backfire—in part, researchers believe, because those on the receiving end of our well-meaning
One Kit Wonder – how the right cycling kit can double for so much else
Garish, unflattering lycra and cycling. Cycling and garish, unflattering lycra. It’s like coffee and cake, or Poldark and scything. They just go together. Don’t they? Not necessarily. And if they do, today’s cycling gear most certainly doesn’t have to be ugly. Far from it. Over the three years since we launched VeloVixen, we’ve become ever more aware of how important it is to track down cycling kit that works well and looks great. But there’s another dimension that’s often overlooked: many active women have a preference for kit that can be used across a number of activities. To generalise for a moment: male cyclists are usually happy to define themselves as cyclists and invest in clothing that works for cycling and cycling only. Women who cycle generally
What’s the Deal With Mercury Retrograde, Really?
Wondering why your friends aren’t receiving your texts? Or why your ride home turned into the commute from hell? Well, Mercury is retrograde through June 11, and astrologists everywhere urge you to be wary of communication mishaps and travel nightmares—all because a planet that’s 48 million miles away looks like it’s moving backwards in the sky. (Spoiler alert: It’s really not.) It’s the second retrograde orbit we’ve seen from Mercury this year and there’s one more to come this September—luckily this isn’t a year in which Mercury is retrograde four times. So what’s going through the minds of true believers while Mercury moonwalks its way through the sky? Quite a bit, it turns out. The Hype You know how you just can’t stop talking about that feeling you
Greatist Workout of the Day: Tuesday, May 19th
This series of GWODs was designed exclusively for Greatist by Bodeefit. For more information about the exercises in this workout, or to see video demos of each movement, follow the links below the graphic. Be sure to note the results of your workout so you can track your progress as you go. Before you tackle this workout, try this quick and effective full-body warm-up. It’s just five simple moves but hits every major muscle group and gets your heart pumping. Tabata Tuesday Perform each movement for a total of 4 minutes, alternating between 20 seconds of all-out effort and 10 seconds of rest. The total length of the workout is 12 minutes. Leg RaisesLunges (alternate legs)Sit-Ups Want to kick up the intensity? Hold medium weight kettlebells or
Win Entry to the Human Race Wiggle Dragon Ride + Vita Coco
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LG G4 Preview and Giveaway Opportunity
I’ve had the exact same phone number since I turned 16 years old. I’m not one for change. In college, my phone was a flip made by LG. I loved it, and used T9 to text… remember T9?! I never owned a blackberry and I waited to buy a smart phone until the iPhone was released under Verizon contracts. While many of you know I’ve been an iPhone user the past 4 years, when I was asked to test out an Android for the first time, I was kind of excited to see what the differences really were like. The phone I would be testing was the LG G4. Still using the same iPhone for the past 2.5 years, I was looking forward to the upgrade and latest mobile technology.
Interview with Victorian Indigenous Surf Champion Jordie Campbell
Jordie Campbell is a four-time Victorian Indigenous Surf Champion who hails from a tiny town in South Gippsland. With the 2015 Australian Indigenous Surfing Titles commencing this weekend, we caught up with Jordie for a quick chat to hear how he's preparing…