Summer
Gold Medal Workout: Get a Swimmer’s Body (Without Stepping Foot In The Pool)
From the stiff competition between Michael Phelps and his South African rival to the record-shattering athleticism of the U.S. women’s team (we see you, Katie Ledecky and Simone Manuel), the U.S. swim team gave us lots of reason to spend hours in front of the TV this summer.
Gold Medal Workout: Test Your Strength and Flexibility With Gymnastics-Inspired Moves
Watching the female gymnasts of Team U.S.A. fly and spin across the TV screen, they look solid—the definition of strength and power. But in reality, those tumbling gymnasts are really, really tiny, and not just in terms of height. The average gold medal-winning female gymnast is 5’1″ and 103 pounds; Gabby Douglas, the reigning Olympic ...
How To Easily Keep Fish From Sticking To The Grill
Sick of salmon fillets getting stuck to the grill? Slice up a lemon.
How To Cool A Room without Air Conditioning
Unless you live in a place that never reaches past 75 degrees, you’ve likely spent a brutally hot summer spent lounging on the couch with a fan on either side while rubbing ice cubes on your neck to cool down. That’s one way to do it.
Watermelon Gazpacho Recipe
At backyard barbecues and pool parties, big slices of sweet, juicy watermelon are practically a requirement. But that’s not the only way to enjoy summer’s most iconic fruit. This savory watermelon gazpacho is a revelation—combining the melon with tomatoes, cucumbers, and jalapeños makes for a slightly spicy chilled soup that really hits the spot on hot summer nights.
Zucchini Salad Recipe w/ Mozzarella
[schema description]When summer brings an abundance of zucchini, the simplest preparations often shine brightest—and this zucchini & mozzarella salad is a perfect example. The recipe starts with raw, grated zucchini dressed in lime juice, olive oil, sea salt, and pepper. To that, it adds small mozzarella balls, torn fresh basil, and mint, creating a fresh, ...
5 Cooking Classes and Camps to Get Kids in the Kitchen This Summer
Getting kids in the kitchen is probably the single best thing we can do to raise a generation that is agriculturally and nutritionally literate. The good news is that almost anywhere you live, there’s probably a program nearby that will get kids into the garden and kitchen to improve their food literacy. Here’s a rundown of ...
Herbed Potato Salad Recipe
[schema description]Potato salad all too often ends up being heavy on the mayonnaise, light on the flavor. Not so with this recipe—fresh herbs, garlic, lemon zest, and yellow mustard add enough bold flavor to hold up to a rack of ribs or charred vegetables.[/schema]
Grilled Romaine Salad With Avocado-Lime Dressing Recipe
This recipe appears in the Thrive Market cookbook, Healthy Living Made Easy. Get your copy here, and find the ingredients in this shopping list. [schema description]You grill sausages, corn on the cob, and even pizza—so why not lettuce? If romaine hearts aren’t yet a part of your barbecue repertoire, they should be. The outer leaves soften ...
The 10-Minute Workout That Will Get Your Body Ready for Summer
Let’s be real: The wonderful thing about being in great shape has nothing to do with how you look in a bathing suit—even during summer. Nah. It’s that at any given moment, there’s nothing holding you back from doing whatever you want.
Grilled Corn With Chipotle-Lime Mayonnaise Recipe
This recipe appears in the Thrive Market cookbook, Healthy Living Made Easy. Get your copy here, and find the ingredients in this shopping list. Walk down any street in East L.A. during the summer, and you’ll smell it: the sweet, charred aroma of elotes, grilled Mexican street corn topped with mayonnaise, melted butter, cheese, and cilantro. ...
4 Simple Switches to Make Over Your Skin Care Routine for Summer
Things heat up, ocean waves mellow out, and faces take on a dewy glow. Everything changes during summer—and your skin care should, too.
What Can I Do With My Kids to Get Active This Summer?
School is beginning to wind down, and so are all of my kids’ sports and activities. I want to make sure that they stay healthy and active this summer—Netflix is off-limits. What can we all do together that’s fun, energizing, and interesting? —Erin
How Do I Get Rid of ‘Bra Bulge’?
I loved your ab workout video! I just started going to the gym again, and it totally motivated me. I need help with arm and upper back workouts—lack of exercise has resulted in that unwanted flab you get when wearing a tank or sleeveless dress. You know, when it starts rolling out, especially in the underarm ...
9 Cool Tips to Help Your Dog Beat the Heat
That lolling tongue, those sweet brown eyes, that constantly wagging tail—when you hit the beach, stroll the park, or explore hiking trails , it’s natural to want your best buddy, your faithful friend—your dog—by your side.
Your Guide to July’s Freshest Seasonal Produce
Summer is in full swing, which means you’re popping sweet, succulent blueberries, sipping refreshing cucumber water, and soaking up some sun. Life is good, and that feeling is palpable in all the lush fruits and vegetables that are thriving right now.
Who Needs Smoothies When You Can Make Tropical Green Ice Pops?
In the summer heat, there’s nothing like a popsicle to cool you down.
Balsamic-Blueberry Chia Ice Pops? Yep, And Trust Us—It Works
[schema description]Ice pops may be an iconic kids’ treat, but that doesn’t mean grown-ups can’t enjoy them, too. Here, we’ve added blueberries simmered with balsamic vinegar, honey, black pepper, and sea salt for a more adult take on the classic summer dessert.[/schema]
Surprise! These Ice Pops Get Color and Flavor From Beets
[schema description]On a hot summers day, what could be better than an ice cold popsicle? A watermelon-beet detox ice pop![/schema]
Checklist: 9 Must-Haves for a Perfect Picnic
It’s summer time, which means it’s time to ditch the dining room table in favor of an outdoor picnic spot. But a blanket and a wicker basket are just the beginning.
How to Make the Best Roasted Summer Squash
Summer squash — delicate, tender, and subtly sweet — is one of the most abundant seasonal vegetables when warm weather hits farmers’ markets and garden beds alike. While raw summer squash can taste a bit mild on its own, roasting it with a seasoned marinade unlocks caramelized edges and deep flavor, instantly transforming humble squash ...
How to Make the Best Grilled Corn on the Cob
If you’re chasing the best grilled corn on the cob — sweet, smoky, charred just right, and layered with vibrant flavor — this elevated take with umeboshi herb butter brings summer grilling to the next level. Grilling corn until kernels blister and caramelize enhances its natural sweetness, making it a quintessential BBQ side or centerpiece ...
5 Simple Tips to Eat Right Over Memorial Day Weekend
Memorial Day is synonymous with excess—the kickoff to summer generally involves grills loaded with racks of ribs and burgers, and picnic tables groaning under the weight of macaroni salad, chips, and desserts.