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Fitness
8 Workouts That Will Help You Get More Zone 2 Cardio
Plus, the surprising benefits of turning the intensity down a notch.

Healthy Eating
What Women Are Really Eating at $1,200-a-Night Wellness Retreats
These kitchens have moved away from ’90s diet culture and toward satisfying, wholesome meals.

Life
What Actually Happens When Women Spend Days in Complete Silence
Silent retreats offer what life rarely does: real quiet—and a reset you can’t find at home.

Op-ed
I Thought Social Media Was the Problem. Then I Looked Deeper.
Lee Tilghman reflects on logging off at the height of her career.


Mental Health
Intense Fear of Rejection Is Common in People With This Condition
Paris Hilton just highlighted her experience with it in a new interview.
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Health
9 Ways to Say No to Alcohol When Everyone’s Being Nosy
No need to overexplain yourself. This will help you skip drinks—and annoying follow-ups.
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Sex
How to Be a Really Good Kisser
These nine tricks will take your makeout sessions from basic to unforgettable.

Menopause
Itchy Ears, Anxiety, Joint Pain—8 Subtle Perimenopause Symptoms You Should Know
Prepare yourself for some unexpected effects.

Life
Did You Grow Up in a Fart-Pride or Fart-Shame Household?
What started as a TikTok debate has turned into a real compatibility test for couples.

Nutrition
5 Easy Ways to Boost Your Gut Microbiome
You could see changes in your mood, sleep, and energy levels, to name a few potential perks.


Fitness
To Strengthen Your Body and Brain, Try Failing at a New Sport
I had no idea it would be so challenging—or rewarding. Here’s why.
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Weight Management
The 5 Worst Things You Can Do While Taking a GLP-1 for Weight Loss
According to doctors, making a misstep is easier than you may think.

Health
Sitting at Work May Not Be as Terrible as You Think
You could be doing your brain a solid without realizing it.