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You’ve probably heard someone say you should never skip leg day—and there’s a good reason! Training your lower body builds a strong foundation that will help you crush future workouts and make your everyday life easier. Stronger thighs can increase your overall sense of balance and improve your jumping and running movements. To build stronger thighs, you should add these three exercises to your routine.

Many people choose the Paleo diet because it’s a clearly defined way to focus on eating whole, unprocessed foods. For that reason, even people who aren’t living the Paleo lifestyle could benefit from incorporating a few Paleo recipes into their repertoire! Here are 5 easy Paleo dinners you can make for dinner this week.

When you’re in need of a snack, we’ve compiled a list of healthier options to enjoy before you hit the hay—they encourage better sleep quality and may even help you catch those Zzz’s a little faster. Sleep tight!

When it comes to staying hydrated, are you better off packing the XXL water bottle, or should you reach for the Gatorade? Let’s dig in.

Cuddling up with your furry friend can be a real comfort, but does it actually help or harm your sleep? The experts are divided on whether it’s worth it, so take a look at the health perks and drawbacks below to help you decide.

Now that the kiddos are headed back to school, it’s time to get back in the groove of packing lunches. Wanna make school lunches as easy as 1-2-3? Use this guide to mix and match your way to a super simple (and yummy) packed lunch. Pick at least one item from each category; each lunch should have four items to eat, plus a drink.

Delicious and healthy, hummus is a classic Middle Eastern dip made using chickpeas. It’s full of nutrients and makes a perfect summer snack or meal when served with pita or fresh veggies for dipping (carrots, bell peppers, cucumbers and celery are great—or you can even use roasted veggies).

Summer is in full force, which made us think of afternoons by the pool, weekend hikes and lots of SUN! And where there is sun, there is sunburn and the potential to develop skin cancer. So, with that in mind, and our annual Fight Cancer campaign in a few short months, we spoke with Dr. Audrey Fetch, a board-certified Dermatologist and fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology for the dos and don’ts this summer season.

It’s back-to-school season, so we’ve been keeping our eyes peeled for healthy, fun, and DELICIOUS snacks you can give to your kids after they get home from school. If you’re looking for extra credit, you can also have your kids help make these — or help you prep a recipe the night before as a way to introduce them to meal prep.

Research shows that doing yoga before bed can improve the quality of your sleep. Spend a few minutes relaxing tonight with this series of stretches.