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Reclaimed wooden benches are a beautiful yet functional investment you could easily make work for your foyer, mudroom, outdoor patio, or even dining room table. These 10 Etsy finds showcase the raw and rustic beauty of oak, pine, cedar, and Douglas fir. The best part is — no trees were harmed in the making of these benches. Each bench has a unique story of where the maker reclaimed the wood, Read more
Yes, it's almost tank top and bikini season, which means that bare arms will be the norm for the months ahead. If you want to sculpt shapely shoulders and toned arms, learn how to incorporate the overhead press into your workout routine. Proper form: You can do an overhead press using dumbbells, barbells, or resistance bands. The following are tips on how to do a standing overhead press using Read more
As soon as the hint of Summer comes along, I'm all about taking my workout outside. I'll admit, however, that for me, forgoing the gym for the great outdoors usually means I'm out for a run. Luckily, there are many ways I can take more than my cardio outside. Here are some ideas for enjoying the fresh air while you tone up and stretch out. Take a bootcamp class: Ready to get whipped into shape Read more
Want muscles like Cameron Diaz and Jessica Biel? You may want to try CrossFit. The workout has many devoted fans, not just incredibly fit celebrities, who love it not only for its scalability — workouts are tailored to your current ability, and the difficulty increases as you get better — but also for the mental challenge that comes from pushing yourself further with each workout. So, what Read more
Playgrounds aren't just for the kiddos. Why not use the equipment to do a little strength training after you run or bike ride through the park, or while your children are playing (might as well tone your tush rather than just sitting on it)? Check out this five-minute circuit workout to target your entire body from head to toe. For a full workout, repeat the circuit six times through for a total Read more
This beautiful Mill Valley, CA, home took a village to build. — California Home + Design Crafty? Get inspired by these craft room makeovers. — Real Simple Find amazing picks in the House Beautiful marketplace for HSN. — House Beautiful This Victorian home's renovation is definitely unexpected! — Stylelist Home Once abandoned, this house is now hip and sustainable. — Houzz Thing Read more
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CrossFit is all the rage these days, and we went straight to the source — Brick CrossFit LA — to find out some of the best ways to incorporate its no-equipment moves into an everyday workout routine. Watch as Jarett Perelmutter, Brick owner and CrossFit coach, takes Susi through four total-body conditioning exercises using only a bench as the equipment! Whether at the gym or in a park, get Read more
Tobey Maguire and his little girl Ruby Maguire spent their Sunday in the park together in LA. The father and daughter read books on a park bench and shared some snacks and hugs. Tobey was also seen joining Ruby as she took a spin on her pink bicycle around the block. Ruby is Tobey's oldest daughter with jewelry designer Jennifer Meyer, and the couple also has a son, Otis, who will turn 4 next Read more
The new issue of Rue Magazine hit the digital shelves this week, and my browser is already bursting with bookmarked design inspiration. In one feature, Rue introduces us to Bay Area designer Kriste Michelini — whose home CasaSugar toured in October — with a visit to her studio (I'm guessing). As usual, the styling is perfection. The vignette I can't take my eyes off is this floral Read more
