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Whether green is your favorite color or you’re trying to conjure up some good luck, the perfect way to wear it with style is on your nails. Green nails have never been more popular and there are countless hues — like sage, olive, and forest — to choose from. “Green is a dominant color in nature, provoking feelings of growth and peace,” says nail artist Jaz Moger, who gravitates toward a rich matcha. After a tumultuous last few years, it makes sense that many are choosing the color for their manicures. Green can be worn with chrome finishes and embellishments, but if you’re looking for… CONTINUE READING…

Sculpting your shoulders doesn’t require a lot of equipment or training – just a set of dumbbells. Dumbbells are versatile and easy to use, and they can strengthen more than just your muscles. They work your brain, too, as you try to balance and coordinate the movements. And because dumbbells engage more muscles to balance the weight, they help build greater overall stability in the area of focus. Shoulder strength training can reduce your risk of injury by strengthening your core muscles, which makes you more stable and lessens imbalances. Good technique is always key, so we asked Andy Coggan,… CONTINUE READING…

Women from all walks of life struggle to avoid the dreaded flabby, jiggly arms—and they often turn to personal trainers and fitness pros for help. “Guys always want to get rid of their bellies, while women always seem to want to tone their triceps,” says John Porcari, Ph.D., an exercise physiologist with the University of Wisconsin and former personal trainer. But as with most clients, their time is constantly being gobbled up by work and family obligations, leaving very little extra time for regular exercise. They want results—and fast! With that in mind, the American Council on Exercise, the nation’s Workout Watchdog,… CONTINUE READING…

As a personal trainer at the local gym, Scott Young worked the desk a lot, which gave him a unique vantage point. From the desk he could see it all, including which lifts and exercises the members did most often.   It should come as no surprise that at Scott’s gym—and most others across the nation—the biceps brachii (the biceps muscle) is one of the most coveted, sought after and overly trained muscles in the human body. Goad a man into “showing his muscles” and undoubtedly he’ll give you the good ol’ double biceps pose. “Where’s the gun show?” “It’s… CONTINUE READING…

If you love Applebee’s 4 cheese mac and cheese with honey pepper chicken, you absolutely have to try this homemade version that tastes even better! Ultra creamy and savory homemade 4 cheese mac and cheese is topped with incredibly crunchy buttermilk fried chicken tenders, glazed with a lip-smacking honey pepper sauce.  A mouthful to say, but once you try one bite, you’ll be too busy chowing down to worry about the name! Have you ever had the 4 cheese mac and cheese with honey pepper chicken from Applebee’s?  If you have, you know how INSANELY delicious it is! Every single time we… CONTINUE READING…

Decadent chocolate cake  has the most decadent, rich chocolate flavor without a whole lot of fuss. Then, it’s paired with a chocolate frosting that is nothing like I have ever imagined! I wanted a chocolate cake. No, I needed one. But I didn’t want to make a huge cake or get out special cake pans, and this cake fits the bill! Chocolate cravings cannot be ignored, and this perfectly proportioned cake will definitely satisfy every single craving!  How to Make a Chocolate Cake Why Warm Water in Chocolate Cake? This recipe does NOT use coffee. You still need the moisture that coffee… CONTINUE READING…

If you’re a beginner, choose 3–5 of the exercises below and do 1 set of each, twice a week. Slowly, over the course of a few weeks, work your way up to 3 sets of each If you have experience with strength training, choose 3–5 of these exercises and do 3 sets of each, twice a week (or more). Aim to hit all 15 of these exercises within a 2-week span to ensure your routine is well-rounded. 1. Resistance band pull-apart Why it’s on the list: A great exercise to kick off your back workout, the resistance band pull-apart is simple… CONTINUE READING…

This house was built over 130 years ago and abandoned for many years before they bought it. What they made of it is beyond belief! Here’s how it looks like now… Built back in 1887, this house was considered dangerous to even enter because it looked like it was about to fall down any second. When people were looking to buy this big ruin, they didn’t even bother to give a second thought, but everything changed when locals Jim and Jean Leaman stepped in. After watching the home’s condition worsen over the decades, the retired couple’s love for the crumbling… CONTINUE READING…

If one hue had to be named The Official Color of Summer, there’d be a compelling case for crowning blue the winner. It is, after all, the shade of oceans, pools, and clear skies. Sure, yellow and orange are hot—but blue is just so darn cool. So, naturally, we had to round up 15 of the most beautiful summery blue manicures that evoke playing in the sand or exploring deep lagoons (even when going on an actual vacation isn’t in your near future). Whether you like to keep it simple with a solid color or play it up with a design, these… CONTINUE READING…

In the quaint town of Tellico, Tennessee, stands a structure that whispers tales of a bygone era—the Tellico Round House. Built in 1920 as a slate quarry by Tennessee Rock Products, this abandoned silo underwent a fascinating transformation around 1956. Driven by a visionary named Doc, the seven-story house emerged from the ashes of neglect, with a unique design that showcased his creativity and resourcefulness. The story of the Tellico Round House begins in 1920 when the Tennessee Rock Products established a slate quarry on the site. Operating until 1928, the slate quarry eventually fell into disuse, leaving behind a… CONTINUE READING…