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Myers-Briggs Type Indicator: What To Know About This Popular Personality Test
If you’ve ever seen a combination of four mysterious letters, such as “ISTP” or “ENTJ,” you might be interested to know they’re not just a trendy new acronym. These four-letter codes are possible results of a 93-question (give or take) personality assessment called the Myers-Brig...
You'll Want to Start Every Morning With These Banana Nut Protein Pancakes
Looking for a tasty, high-protein breakfast to help rebuild muscle after a killer leg day? There’s more on the menu than protein shakes or a plate full of scrambled egg whites (yummy as those can be). In fact, you can have your (pan)cake and eat it, too — and chip away at a huge chunk of your daily protein requirement.
Our healthier banana nut protein pancakes recipe serves up that classic banana-nut flavor — hold the excess sugar you’d get from a short stack at a diner. In 10 minutes flat, y...
Meet Your New Favorite Post-Workout Snack: Mint Chocolate Shortbread Bars
Looking for a sweet treat with a little protein bonus? These mint chocolate protein bars have a deliciously chewy, crumbly cookie texture — without the refined flour or sticks of butter you’ll find in other shortbread recipes.
What to Order at Chipotle for Delivery: 7 Tips for Finding the Healthiest Options
Sure, cooking at home is a healthy and budget-friendly option. But on those days when we’re tired of everything we have stockpiled in our pantry, we’re thankful that restaurants like Chipotle are still offering takeout and delivery options. With fresh, responsibly-sourced ingredients, Chipotle makes it easy to eat healthy on the go — but the yummy chips, toppings, and tortillas also make it easy to turn your dinner delivery into an unintended cheat meal. So what should you order at Chipotle? ...
Whey Vs. Plant Protein: Which Should You Choose?
There are so many different protein powders available on the market, it can be hard to choose one. Many powders are whey-based, which is a animal protein, but then there are soy and pea powders, which are plant-based. If you’re curious about the main differences and similarities between whey vs. plant protein, we’re here to help!
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What Is Whey Protein and What Is Plant Protein?
Whey protein is one of the main proteins foun...
Success Story: Here's How Belky Lost 25 Pounds and 14 Inches
Finding time to work out can sometimes feel more challenging than the actual workout. So when Belky Rodriguez was looking to get her health back on track, a casting notice for 600 Secs — a total-body exercise program comprised of 10-minute workouts — caught her attention.
The 10-minute workouts were “attractive to me and my personal schedule,” Rodriguez says. And because the workouts can be streamed on any device and didn’t require any particular equipment or expertise, it seemed like the per...
20 Instant Pot Meal Prep Ideas | Openfit
If you’ve never used an Instant Pot before, get ready to have your mind blown. This nifty, versatile kitchen gadget functions as a pressure cooker, slow cooker, rice cooker, steamer, warmer, yogurt maker, and more.
Add These Vegan Buffalo Cauliflower Bites to Your Game Day Bufffet
Whether you’re looking for a satisfying, creative snack or a healthier Super Bowl app, you’ll want to try out this easy and delicious recipe. While most buffalo bite recipes call for chicken as the base, we’ve swapped in a veggie for a plant-based version everyone can enjoy. Our vegan buffalo cauliflower bites recipe starts with a base of cauliflower florets, which you’ll toss in a simple spicy and tangy coating made of hot pepper sauce, lemon juice, and garlic powder.
All you have to do is w...
You Only Need 35 Minutes to Make This Delicious Shrimp and Quinoa Dish
Our lemon garlic shrimp recipe may sound fancy, but we promise that it’s beyond simple to make: it only takes five minutes of prep work and 20 minutes of cooking time.
You can whip up this recipe as a quick and easy dinner to enjoy hot off the stovetop, or pop it in an airtight container and serve it cold for a light and refreshing lunch. Better yet, you can double or triple the recipe and stash some away in your freezer as a simple meal prep lunch or dinner option.
Pro tip: if you want to cu...
How Many Calories Does It Take to Lose a Pound?
You’ve probably heard the weight loss “rule” that it takes 3,500 calories to lose a pound. The idea is that you can lose one pound by creating a 3,500-calorie deficit — either by burning 3,500 calories or by eating 3,500 fewer calories.
But it’s not that simple. How many calories it takes to lose a pound varies from person to person, and it can change from week to week. Here’s what you need to know about calories — and how many you need to reach your goals.
What Are Calories?
Short answer: Ca...
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Have a Leg Up: Benefits of Sleeping With a Pillow Between Your Legs
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Easy, Edible, Healthy Holiday Food Gifts | The Beachbody Blog
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