Fall in Chicago is a tricky season. Some days it feels like summer, some days like spring, some days like something approaching winter. It’s tough to find a coat that’s the right weight, so that you’re not sweating on warmer days or freezing when temps suddenly dip. Here are eight of our picks for the […]
You’d be amazed what 10 extra minutes of movement can do to give you renewed energy and improved mental clarity. Try these 10 moves first thing in the morning, as a pre-workout warm-up, as a break from your work to counteract the effects of sitting at your computer, or as a late-afternoon recharge. You’ll bring […]
Do you ever… Leak urine during or after physical activity, such as running, lifting or standing up? Experience a sudden strong urge to empty your bladder? Urinate more than eight times in a day? While out in public, do you know where every bathroom is located? Experience pelvic or bladder pain and/or pressure? Experience chronic […]
There are some pieces that will never go out of style that every woman’s wardrobe needs as summer turns to fall. With the backdrop of the Chicago Athletic Association Hotel, actress Marina Squerciati, star of “Chicago P.D.” on NBC, models some of these must-have staples with a bit of femme fatale flair. The Trench A […]
There are some pieces that will never go out of style that every woman’s wardrobe needs as summer turns to fall. With the backdrop of the Chicago Athletic Association Hotel, actress Marina Squerciati, star of “Chicago P.D.” on NBC, models some of these must-have staples with a bit of femme fatale flair. The Trench A […]
It was 2008 and basketball phenom Elena Delle Donne, now the star forward and reigning MVP of the WNBA’s Chicago Sky, was entering her sophomore year at the University of Delaware. She was hoping to build on the success of her freshman season when she averaged close to 27 points a game and was named […]
In the ongoing search for the next great secret to better health — hello coconut oil, kale and juice cleanses — we often overlook the power of that one inexpensive and hugely beneficial ingredient that we use all day long: water. Everyone knows it’s important to drink a lot of the wet stuff, but that’s […]
Need a workout that’s easy to fit into even the busiest of schedules, can be done anywhere, requires little equipment, and is easier on your body than running? Chances are you’re already doing some walking every day, but with a little extra effort, you can turn your daily strides into a great workout. According the […]
Stray from your over-the-counter department store beauty products and embrace some of the most popular cosmetic miracle products from Asia. Don’t be alarmed by ingredients like snails and names like “Baby Foot Peel” — trust us, you’ll be thrilled you ventured outside the box. Here are our favorites! Skin Food Hydro Fitting Snail Mask After […]
Women today are more likely to work outside the home than ever before. And unlike previous generations, the majority of 21st century households see two incomes as a necessity rather than a luxury. It’s understandable that today’s pregnant workers strive to keep earning a paycheck for as long as feasible while awaiting their happy arrival. For […]
