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@hotvickkrishna How the mRNA Vaccine 💉 works #fyp #comedy #skit #covid19 #mrna #coronavirus #vaccine #howitworks ♬ original sound – hotvickkrishna We’ve heard the phrase “mRNA vaccine” tossed around a lot lately, but that doesn’t mean all of us (raises hand) understand what it means or how this type of vaccine works. So I am 100

People are often surprised when I call myself “disabled.” Over the years, society has shifted toward person-first language (i.e. person with a disability) to describe disability. However, many people within the disabled community prefer identity-first language (i.e. disabled person). Much of this confusion comes from the unconscious but prevalent understanding of disability as inherently negative.

I am a leggings expert; between working out and working from home, they are my uniform, and I love them. Plus, I’ve done my research. I can tell you which leggings make your butt look good, which ones are soft and comfortable, and which ones have pockets. Though my legging drawer is full, I had

The CDC released a new set of COVID-19 guidelines for vaccinated and unvaccinated people, and one of the biggest changes has to do with group gatherings. According to the CDC, fully-vaccinated people are defined as people who have been vaccinated with both doses of the Pfizer or Moderna COVID-19 vaccines, or one dose of the

On March 5, LSU sophomore Kiya Johnson received her second perfect 10 on floor this season — her first was garnered at the season opener back in January — and it was the fourth of her career overall (last year she scored a 10.00 on vault and beam). Johnson and team won the meet against

Meghan Markle opened up about how her mental health suffered as a senior member of the royal family. During a bombshell interview with Oprah on March 7, the Duchess of Sussex said she lived with suicidal thoughts during her first pregnancy and was afraid to tell her husband, Prince Harry. When she worked up the

Nike wants to celebrate Black women, inside and outside of athletics, for the way they shape our world. The sports brand is well-known for its impactful ads, and on March 7, Nike released a video recognizing the tireless work of these women with an important reminder: “It’s not magic.” Narrated by Judas and the Black

My neck had gotten so stiff a few months ago that I was grimacing in pain just from tipping my head to one side or twisting around. All the neck stretches and foam-rolling in the world wasn’t making a lasting difference. I mentioned this to my doctor a few months ago, and she gave me

There are plenty of people in the world who love adding some color to their workout wardrobe, and then there are the rest of us. Wearing all black to work out is a lifestyle choice, and we genuinely can’t imagine putting on anything else. Black makes us feel strong, powerful, and ready to take on

Gallon-size water bottles are all over TikTok and Instagram, with fitness influencers and regular users alike relying on them to reach their hydration goals. It seems weird at first — these water bottles are seriously huge! — but when you think about it, they make so much sense. There’s no rationing your water while you

Ever since Mireille Siné was young, she’s felt the need to help others. Today, the activist and run-club member has combined her love for running with her passion for advocacy work. But while running for others is a major motivator for Mireille now, the Californian’s run journey began as a way to take back her

Well, one thing I did not expect on this fine Thursday evening was to feel seen and understood by NFL player J.J. Watt during his post-workout recovery ice bath. Yes, it’s true: Watt (along with fellow NFL players Brian Peters, Derek Watt, and T.J. Watt) submerged himself in the torture chamber also known as an

If you’re all about home workouts right now, mix up your routine with a Pilates ball! These mini flexible balls are very affordable and versatile, ranging in price and size. You can get a 9-inch ball ($12), 10-inch ball ($12), 12-inch ball ($22), or a 16-inch beach ball ($4). Use these small balls to perform

Whether you’re trying to lose weight or gain weight — or even stay exactly the same — stepping on the scale is probably a regular part of your routine. But it’s not as simple as putting both feet on the scale, reading the number, and moving on. The timing of those check-ins can actually make

Running is a great workout, but it can also be tough on your joints, especially if you aren’t diligent about warming up before a run and cooling down after. In fact, if you find yourself skipping the stretches postrun, you may notice pain on the outside of your knee, sometimes referred to as runner’s knee.

Pole dancing isn’t just an incredibly fun and confidence-building activity, it’s also hard work! I mean, if you’ve ever tried to hold yourself up on a pole — let alone twirl your body around it — then you know how challenging pole dancing can be. Thankfully, that difficulty is also what makes it such a

As someone with generalized anxiety disorder, it doesn’t take a natural disaster to cause my heart to race or my head to become overcrowded with thoughts and worries — it can happen when I simply wake up in the middle of the night or I have to make a phone call. But when a natural

No dumbbells? Not a problem with this quick strength-training workout from Peloton trainer Jess Sims, which swaps in a full backpack for moves usually done with dumbbells or kettlebells. “I can’t help myself — once a teacher, always a teacher,” Sims wrote on Instagram, and we’re not mad about it! There are just four moves

Identifying your “why” is crucial. Running’s not easy — we know this — but reminding yourself of what drove you to lace up in the first place and staying focused on your goals will push you toward success. For Vanessa, a certified run coach and founder of VCPM, Inc., a business dedicated to empowering women

Challenge your body while you build strength and stamina. During this 30-minute workout, certified trainer Charlee Atkins will lead you through a series of exercises to work your body without any equipment. Expect exercises like inchworms, plank walks, and split squats. Press play, and get ready to fire up your muscles! Charlee’s Under Armour outfit:

Update, Oct. 26: Johnson & Johnson is planning on resuming its large-scale Phase 3 “Ensemble” human trial that began in September and was paused in mid-October. According to The Washington Post, a man who received a vaccination during the trial suffered a stroke that could have been triggered by an infection, but after an investigation,

Figuring out how to stay focused and organized while working from home is hard enough. Doing so with ADHD requires a few extra tips for staying productive. The lack of a structured office environment has thrown off pretty much everyone who’s had to transition to working from home during the COVID-19 pandemic. Toss in an

One of my favorite parts about the Peloton is that whenever I’m sick of cycling, I can roll it away and switch up my workout with one of Kristin McGee’s yoga classes. But there’s nothing worse than being in the middle of a killer leg lift and having to strain my neck to see what

This month, the gymnastics team from the University of Pittsburgh debuted a leotard with “BLM” bejeweled down the sleeve at a competition against Temple University that they declared a “Until We Unite” meet. In that same vein, UCLA gymnastics will be hosting a Feb. 27 meet against Oregon State called the “Black Excellence” competition —

Image Source: Isabel Reyna Photography My mom was diagnosed with breast cancer on her birthday in June of last year, two months after her initial mammogram was postponed due to COVID-19. She went to each of the appointments leading up to her diagnosis — including a mammogram, sonogram, and breast biopsy — by herself because

As a Peloton member since the spring of 2019, I have nothing but praise for the brand; though I don’t own a Peloton Bike or Tread, I subscribe monthly to the app for live and on-demand classes. I recommend it highly, and I’m here to fill users in on a promotion that applies to healthcare

When my cat scratched up my Peloton bike mat, I figured it wouldn’t make much of a difference if I just got rid of it entirely. Boy was I wrong — between the cycling shoes making scuff marks on the floor, my gross sweat forming a slippery puddle around me, and worse, the bike wobbling

@wholesome_lee #protein #cookie #proteincookie #singleservingcookie #lowcaloriebaking #chocolatechip #lowcaloriebaking #lowcaloriecookies #lowcalorierecipe #sweets ♬ Cookie Jar (feat. The-Dream) – Gym Class Heroes Is your mouth watering? Because this protein chocolate chip cookie looks all kinds of delicious, and we’re so excited that South Africa-based Wholesome Lee blogger Leanne Chang, who goes by @wholesome_lee on TikTok, shared a