Andi Breitowich
Andi Breitowich is a Chicago-based writer and graduate student at Northwestern Medill. She’s a mass consumer of social media and cares about women’s rights, holistic wellness, and non-stigmatizing reproductive care. As a former collegiate pole vaulter, she has a love for all things fitness and is currently obsessed with Peloton Tread workouts and hot yoga.
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What you need to know about running for weight loss, according to experts
Plus, the best nutrition tips to support your training
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Losing weight after 40: 10 ways to drop fat and build muscle, according to weight loss experts
The facts.
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How to do a sumo squat with proper form, according to trainers
Fire up the glutes and inner thighs
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How to do calf raises the correct way, according to trainers
The simple move offers major benefits
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How to practice self-compassion and build a stable sense of confidence, according to experts
Being kinder to yourself pushes you to make positive changes
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What is cow colostrum and is it safe to take? Doctors weigh in on the trend
It supposedly helps with digestion, immunity, and gut health
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How many calories can you burn swimming? Cardio, strength, and weight loss benefits of swim workouts
Butterfly never looked so good
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10 possible reasons you're feeling so nauseous right now, according to doctors
It's not always a stomach bug, y'know
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Foamy urine: 8 causes and treatments (and when to call your doctor)
And how to know if it's serious.
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How to get rid of a blind pimple, according to dermatologists
Three words: Do not pick!
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10 ways to lose weight in your face and reduce swelling
Your diet, sleep, and workouts can help.
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What is the 2-2-2 method for metabolism?
The plan blends intermittent fasting, the keto diet, and carb-loading
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10 potential reasons your period is shorter than normal
Here are the most common causes behind a change in your flow
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Are apple cider vinegar gummies as effective as the liquid form?
What registered dietitians *really* think
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9 reasons your nails are peeling and what to do about it, according to doctors
Plus how to prevent it in the first place.
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What is anticipatory grief? The definition and how to cope, according to experts
Grieving *before* a loss is important.
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Is it better to drink a protein shake before or after a workout?
Here’s the scoop from the pros - and quantity is everything
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Is walking good exercise? 3 ways to make it worthwhile, from a top trainer
Get ready to step up your game
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Losing weight after 50: 15 tips to change body composition and build muscle
It’s not just about dieting.
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10 best foods to eat (and what to avoid) if you have diarrhoea
It happens!
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Feeling Bloated? Here's 19 foods that can help, according to nutritionists
Bye, food baby
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Everyone gets intrusive thoughts from time to time — but here's when to seek help
They're not just funny impulses
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Suffer migraine symptoms but don't have headaches? Here's what could be going on
'Silent migraine' is a phenomenon - and it can be incredibly debilitating
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What doctors want you to know about the 'tingling' feeling that can be a sign of MS
First things first, tingling isn't always caused by multiple sclerosis
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10 reasons your stomach hurts so much after you eat, according to doctors
It's not always just indigestion
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What is BMR? Why your basal metabolic rate matters (and how to calculate it!)
Trainers say it's the key to achieving your fitness goals, and you can calculate it yourself.
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These are the best hip mobility exercises, according to 4 top trainers
Do these and kiss goodbye to back pain.