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Liz Neporent, an exercise physiologist and the president of Wellness 360, a New York City-based corporate-wellness-consulting company, suggests the following seven exercises, which work most of the major muscles in your body. Do one to three sets of 8 to 15 repetitions of the exercises, resting no more than 45 seconds between sets to keep the workout challenging. If you haven’t used weights before or if you’re out of shape, start with light weights (when they’re called for) of two to five pounds and do fewer sets....

“The cabinet door style is the single largest decision for the overall style of your kitchen,” says architect and designer Anastasia Harrison, owner and creative director of AHD&Co and a veteran of more than 50 kitchen remodels. Unfortunately, choosing a kitchen cabinet style can quickly become overwhelming when you don’t know your Shaker from your slab. To save you some of that stress, we’ve zeroed in on what you need to know about kitchen cabinet styles so you can find the perfect fit for your home....

If you’re ready to dip into the green cleaning movement, try incorporating one or two of these sustainable swaps into your rotation. As you add more eco-friendly habits into your cleaning routine, notice the difference in your household waste, indoor air quality, and overall health of your home. Start with these simple strategies to see how easy it can be to go green with your cleaning routine. 1. Swap plastic bottles for glass....

Once you’ve scrolled through all the dances and dog videos, you’ll find travel bloggers, flight attendants, and experts there to teach you how to travel smarter. They share the best days to travel and ways to save on flights, how to get great service and even free upgrades, as well as DIY cheats to overpack and still know where to find just about everything. And as the world gets moving again, it’s time to keep note of all the wonderful things Tiktok has taught us....

1. Add a Colorful Tray A wood tray painted in a color that matches your throw pillows adds a cohesive finishing touch to a living room. When styling a tufted ottoman, a tray is essential if you plan to rest drinks or a vase of flowers on the ottoman. Stacked books and magazines and a colorful bouquet add texture and height to the display. 2. Tuck Under a Table A pair of ottomans in a lively print not only bring color and texture to a room but they also serve as extra seating when you have a house full of guests....

1. Evaluate your needs. Your lifestyle can and should play a part in any small-deck design ideas. Before you start planning construction, think about how you currently use your outdoor space and how you’d like to use it. For example, if you regularly gather family and friends for meals, then you’ll want to maximize the deck area for seating as well as include a spot for a grill. But if you have a large lawn for playing and relaxing, a deck might serve a different purpose in your daily life, such as a spot to read the paper....

Ever since I saw Sandra Lee make a homemade raspberry sauce on Food Network years ago, I’ve always wanted to try making my own. Hers was pretty much a combination of frozen raspberries and powdered sugar mixed together. It was good but not great. This homemade raspberry sauce is great. The raspberries are mixed with a little citrus and some sweet sugar for a complex sauce that makes the perfect addition to any of your favorite desserts....

More than just a vanity piece (though it’ll make your vanity more photogenic than ever), Aesop’s Hand Wash is just as effective and much gentler on skin than even the most top-shelf antibacterial soap, cleaning off dirt, grime, and 99.9 percent of bacteria. And while other great household hand soaps like Mrs. Meyers and Public Goods accomplish as much, Aesop goes a few steps further by including an exfoliant petitgrain that lightly sloughs off dry, dead winter skin, and returns hands to their full softness and brightness—think of it as a quick and casual Biologique Recherche P50 for your digits....

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The ornament box comes in four different options: black, gray, green, and red. I purchased mine in red with green trim and it’s easily identifiable among all my other containers as ornament storage. However, to make it even more recognizable, the label slot on the front makes it easy to know what’s stored at a glance. The square box’s lid and handles makes it easy to carry and grab out of storage....

To buy: From $42 (was $130); amazon.com. Made from PVC with a soft and comfortable topper built-in, this inflatable air mattress (which comes in twin, full, queen, and king sizes) is “puncture-proof,” according to the brand, so you don’t have to worry about unwanted holes leaking all of the air in the mattress during the middle of the night. It’s also water-resistant, making it ideal for travel whether that’s for a camping trip or movie night under the stars....

Why smoke turkey? A bird cooked in woodsmoke takes on a more interesting character. Meat gains the complex, dusky, mellow-campfire notes of barbecue without sauce. These flavors pair nicely with cool weather and Thanksgiving sides. Smoking at higher heat can even crisp skin while retaining juiciness. And with the right smoker, the work isn’t much different from roasting. What You Need to Smoke a Turkey New to smoking meat? Begin with a plug-in pellet smoker....

Just when you thought you knew everything about your favorite fruit, according to the produce experts at Avocados From Mexico, there are a few major mistakes most of us are making when it comes to avocados. We promise your next bowl of guacamole will benefit. Myth 1: Avocado pits keep guacamole green. While this sounds like a neat trick, it simply isn’t true. Over time, guacamole exposed to air will oxidize and turn brown, as will any cut avocado....

Reader question: What is the best drugstore brand for base/primer? @jholley2005 We all love makeup and a good deal (see our concealer roundup from last week), so let’s talk drugstore primers. Primer may seem like a skippable step, but the makeup pre-game is arguably the most important consideration to take in your routine. Just like you would apply a base coat on your nails pre-polish (well, I hope so), primers give your foundation and concealer an even surface to grip onto so that makeup goes on evenly and lasts longer....

Don’t be intimidated by what may look like intricate detail work. We avoided any cakes that require special equipment or fondant (which makes for a perfect-looking cake but doesn’t taste all that great). Instead, we opted for recipes with big wow factor that are still easy enough for anyone to pull off. Feel free to start with a store-bought cake mix, leaving you time for frosting and decorating the cake....

Luckily, you don’t have to head to the grocery store every time you want a bouquet. With a flower subscription, you can get an arrangement sent to your doorstep at a cadence that works for you. Most flower delivery services allow you to customize your subscription based on your preferences, and the best flower subscriptions even offer members a discounted price on each order (and/or free shipping). Here are the online services you can trust to send premium flowers on a consistent basis....

Year of yaupon For those who aren’t familiar with yaupon, it’s a holly bush found in the southeastern United States, and has the distinction of being North America’s only known native caffeinated plant. Thanks to its mild, earthy flavor and unique benefits, yaupon is rising in popularity. In addition to being brewed in a tea, yaupon has also been popping up in trendy cocktails across the country. Pulp with purpose While non-dairy milks are a great alternative to cow’s milk for those with dairy allergies or those who are trying to lead a greener lifestyle, there’s no denying that these dairy-free options often create by-products during the production process that are frequently wasted....

Digging into a summer read is the activity I try particularly hard to indulge in every time warmer weather finally arrives, and if there’s one author whose books I consistently turn to when May and June roll around, it’s Emily Henry. After all, the instant New York Times best-selling author wrote a beach read called Beach Read, the incredibly meta, funny, earnest, and poignant 2020 romance novel that has spent 43 weeks this year alone on The New York Times Best Seller list so far....

The key to this concrete patio table DIY project is it’s built with powerhouse materials. Cedar’s natural resistance to the elements, including moisture, helps it withstand outdoor weather. We left this table base unfinished, but you can stain the wood to make it even more durable. This homemade base is 22×46 inches from the outside edge of each leg. For the tabletop, we used concrete. Concrete is a surprisingly manageable medium with an earthy look and unbeatable durability....