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Those hoping to lose weight this year might be tempted to try to a diet challenge in the hopes of kick-starting their weight loss. But while we might think these kinds of short-term, restrictive diets will help give our waistlines a nudge, psychology and physiology shows us why this strategy can be so hard to stick to – and why it probably won’t result in long-term weight loss.Research estimates that as few as 20% of people who lose weight through dieting manage to keep the weight off long-term.For decades, psychologists have been trying to understand why it is that diets…

Alex & SonjaHi there! We’re Alex & Sonja Overhiser, authors of two cookbooks, busy parents, and a real life couple who cooks together. We founded the A Couple Cooks website in 2010 to share simple, seasonal recipes and the joy of cooking. We now offer thousands of original recipes, cooking tips, and meal planning ideas—all written and photographed by the two of us (and tested on our kids!).

In the quest for a healthier lifestyle, many individuals are turning to rowing machines for home fitness equipment to stay active conveniently. Among the myriad of options available, rowing machines are emerging as a top choice for home workouts. The At Home Fitness stores in Arizona have WaterRower, BodyCraft and LifeFitness rowers available to try out and purchase. In this blog, we will delve into why rowing machines are an excellent choice for a home fitness regimen, offering a full-body workout, versatility, space efficiency, and more. Full-Body Workout Rowing machines are renowned for providing a comprehensive full-body workout. Unlike some…

Over one billion people in the world are living with mental health conditions, according to the World Health Organisation.While this means that mental illnesses are no longer uncommon, it does not necessarily mean there is less stigma associated with them.A survey conducted by AsiaOne in 2025, which polled 1,079 respondents in Singapore on their attitudes and perceptions towards mental health, found that 42 per cent of people tend to avoid telling others that they are receiving help for mental health conditions.Although there is a five percentage point drop from the results of AsiaOne’s survey in 2024, a significant proportion of…

If you’re inspired to try aerial yoga, you’re probably wondering about safety. “Is aerial yoga safe?” – it’s a question I get asked so often. It’s perfectly understandable – being suspended in the air does look dangerous! This article contains tips on how to stay safe when practicing aerial yoga.Aerial yoga is a fast-growing trend that has gained popularity thanks to its fun factor, instagrammability, the variety of movement it offers and the way it makes you feel. But just like any other type of yoga—and other fitness activities in general—aerial yoga poses can be dangerous if done incorrectly or…

Dani BlumNew York Times Jan 17, 2026, 18:59 IST ISTWeight-loss drugs like Wegovy require a lifetime commitment. Stop taking them, and you’ll almost always gain back the weight you lost.But many patients don’t want to hear that. Dr Padmaja Akkireddy, an endocrinologist at Nebraska Medicine, estimated that more than half of her patients don’t want to stay on a weight-loss drug long term. And data shows that most Americans quit the drugs within a year of starting them.

The NFL is down to its elite eight. That is the number of teams remaining in the race to this season’s Super Bowl. It is the divisional round of the playoffs and in last week’s wild card round six teams were eliminated. There were some upsets and some shocking results as well as a handful of close calls. As I’ve done all season before I get to my divisional predictions first are the reactions to last week’s results. Bears 31 Packers 27 (Harv’s score Bears 20-14). The proof is in the pudding. Without Micah Parsons, the Packers had no shot…

Restaurant style salsa! Fresh tomatoes, jalapenos and lime make this homemade fresh tomato salsa recipe exactly the salsa you want to dip your chips in. I am always making this recipe when I’m in the mood for homemade salsa. I don’t know about you, but I have a hard time containing myself from buying too much every time I’m at my farmer’s market or favorite local produce shop.How could you resist not going home with one of everything here?? Greens of every kind (I came home with swiss chard, fresh spinach and dandelion greens on this trip), local tomatoes (ours typically come…

“Training dysfunction” is a common roadblock for many fitness enthusiasts. It often shows up as poor progress, lack of focus, muscle imbalances, plateaus, or even recurring injuries—all symptoms of inconsistent or poorly structured workouts. The solution is Targeted Volume Training—a smart, focused approach designed to fix these issues by giving your muscles exactly what they need to maximize strength, endurance, and overall performance. Targeted Volume Training applies the optimal number of sets, reps, and exercise intensity tailored to each muscle group and your personal goals. It emphasizes time under tension—the controlled amount of time your muscles are actively working during…

Time is flying! Seems like just yesterday we escaped the dumpster fire of 2020, but now it’s July 1st…so, fire up that grill, crack open a spiked seltzer (if that’s your thing) and get your best patriotic Old Navy gear on! After so many holidays spent masked and alone, we can finally look forward to celebrating Independence Day with our loved ones. If you’re looking for any recipe inspiration for your holiday weekend, check out some of my favorite bbq recipes below! Apps: Greek Dip with Hummus and Tzatziki (pictured) Perfect Guacamole Burgers: Grilled Lamb Burgers with…