Brianne Hogan is a Canadian writer, currently based in Prince Edward Island. A self-proclaimed "wellness freak," she has a background in personal training and healthy eating coaching. Her bylines have appeared on Elle, The Huffington Post, HelloGiggles, Yahoo! Lifestyle, among others.
You're doing it. You're finally going to take that fitness (barre/spinning/boxing) class. It's a new year and you're ready to mix up your workout routine. But, let's be honest: as much as you're excited to get your sweat on in a totally new way, you're also a little nervous. ...read more
There's no denying that Sandra Oh was on fire at this year's Golden Globe awards. Not only did she kill it at hosting the ceremony but she also walked away with the award for Best Actress in a TV Drama. And, at 47, she looked pretty fierce doing it, too. Oh's personal trainer ...read more
At 64, Christie Brinkley still looks like she could grace the cover of Sports Illustrated. She's a (senior) smoke show. So how does she do it? The supermodel recently shared her tips for staying fit with Women's Health, and, luckily for us regular folk, they're pretty relatable. ...read more
While hitting the gym and eating well are the best tenets for a healthy lifestyle, there's something else to consider when it comes to losing weight and living well: your genetic makeup. Let's face it: how many times have you asked yourself after a grueling sweat session, "Maybe ...read more
Beyoncé and JAY-Z have spoken, and they want us to embrace a plant-based diet for "the health of the planet." The power couple wrote the introduction for the new book The Greenprint: Plant-Based Diet, Best Body, Better World, which was written by Marco Borges, Beyoncé’s ...read more
The longtime vegan critic who once suggested that the acronym PETA ( People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals) should instead stand for “people eating tasty animals" and also compared tofu to his "grandma's loofa," is now going vegan. Sort of. Celebrity chef Gordon Ramsay ...read more
Here's a typical scenario in January: you have a new fitness membership that you're eager to try. But once you set foot into the gym, you're completely lost as to what you're supposed to do. You could jump on the treadmill, but how fast should you be running to burn fat? Maybe ...read more
Actress Drew Barrymore is getting real about what it takes to lose weight. The "Santa Clarita Diet" star recently shared with her Instagram followers that she had dropped 25 pounds in three months. Though the star admitted it wasn't easy for her. "This takes me so much work,” ...read more
The new year is often the perfect time to set those new healthy resolutions. If you're looking for some inspiration, whether it's changing up your workout routine or wondering which new self-care hack you'll want to try on #SelfCareSunday, then you'll want to check out our ...read more
Which is better for your body: Aerobic exercise versus weight training. It's been ongoing debate as to which form of exercise is truly "best" for you. While both provide proven health benefits, a new study has chosen sides as to which type of exercise keep our cells biologically ...read more
It's that time of year again: the time of reflection and intentions. With New Year's Eve around the corner, no doubt you've been brainstorming your resolutions for 2019. For most of us, that means losing weight and finally kickstarting that new healthy regime we've been talking ...read more
There's no doubt that Jennifer Lopez is as gorgeous as ever at 49. As evidenced by recent Instagram posts that display her enviable abs and flawless skin, the actress seems to have stumbled upon the fountain of youth or some fancy elixir that only A-list celebrities are privy ...read more
Stars are just like us. In the height of the holiday season, they too are surrounded by delectable goodies and enticed by sloth-like moments (okay, days). But because their jobs usually require them to remain camera-ready at all times, they know how to sneak in easy fitness and ...read more
Actress Jenna Dewan is as famous for her dance moves and her amazing abs as she is for her various film and TV roles. But something that most fans might not know about her is her spiritual "hippie" side. "I've always been a little hippie, spiritual," she recently told Cosmo. "I ...read more
After giving birth to her son Santiago six months ago, actress Eva Longoria understands the struggle of shedding the post-pregnancy weight all too well. “I really gave my body time to adjust to postpartum and post-pregnancy,” she told Us Weekly. “You know, I had a baby! It ...read more
The recent launch of Ladder, a new health and wellness company founded by celebs Cindy Crawford, LeBron James, Arnold Schwarzenegger and Lindsey Vonn, proves that wellness not only continues continues to trend hugely in Hollywood, but that the idea of living well and healthy ...read more
We know that regular exercise does a body good, but now, according to a new study, we know that it can also keep a body young. It turns out that keeping active, especially adhering to a cardio routine, can basically keep your body from aging. Seriously. The study, which was ...read more
Have you ever wondered while you're holding a squat position whether you're doing it right? While most people assume the more advanced the move, the higher chance you're doing it all wrong. However, it's often the simplest and most common bodyweight exercises that we think we ...read more
Add actor Jim Belushi to the list of celebs who are advocating for legal marijuana. But Belushi’s not just shilling it – he’s growing it, too. In a recent interview with The Stranger, the “According to Jim” star opened up about his aptly-titled Belushi’s Farm in Oregon ...read more
It's the most wonderful day of the year. No, not Thanksgiving (while that's pretty great too). No, of course, we're talking about Black Friday. There are a number of amazing sales happening online right now, just in time for your holiday shopping. While it's easy to get ...read more
Baby, it’s cold outside. But that doesn’t mean baby can’t tick off some miles outside. In fact, some people prefer to run outdoors even if the temperature dips below freezing. While running during the colder months is a bit more of an ordeal – thanks to layering and running ...read more
Don’t drink? You’re in good company. Nearly one-third of adult Americans don’t drink alcohol, including some Hollywood VIPs. Some celebrities become sober after overcoming addiction, while others decide that booze isn’t their thing and isn’t adding anything good to their life. ...read more
If you think you gain weight during the winter, the truth is, you’re probably right. Research says that we tend to overeat during the colder months, which probably explains why some surveys have shown most people gain an average of five to seven pounds in the wintertime. It ...read more
What if you didn’t have to pay for a costly gym membership or log miles on a treadmill in order to be in the best shape of your life? If you take a page from the those living in the world’s Blue Zones – the cities in the world with the highest life expectancy – then it’s ...read more
Gwyneth Paltrow’s next wellness goal: to rebrand menopause. The goop CEO recently revealed she’s in perimenopause in a video for her lifestyle brand’s website. “I think menopause gets a really bad rap and needs a bit of a rebranding,” Paltrow said in a video published on her ...read more
At 53, Elizabeth Hurley proved she’s ageless by sharing a recent Instagram pic of herself in a bikini. The Estée Lauder spokesmodel looks as glam and fit as she did back in the ‘90s. So just how does she do it? By "making more time for exercise, eating nutritious foods, and ...read more
We all know Jennifer Lopez has one hot body. And now she’s recently revealed that she owes her enviable physique to one hot workout. The singer-actress, along with her beau, Alex Rodriguez, are obsessed with the workouts at TruFusion studio. The couple has frequently been ...read more
You go to the gym regularly. You actually look forward to your workouts now – a feat you never thought was possible. For the first few months, you were seeing some results. Maybe your waist got slimmer, maybe your biceps became more toned, or maybe you could finally see the ...read more
In an emotional Instagram post last month, the actress revealed her diagnosis. “I have #multiplesclerosis. I am in an exacerbation,” she wrote. “By the grace of the Lord, and willpower and the understanding producers at Netflix, I have a job. A wonderful job. I am disabled. I ...read more
Actress and Honest Company founder Jessica Alba has always been the picture of fitness and wellness. Less than a year after giving birth to her third child, son Hayes, the entrepreneur recently proved she’s back to her pre-pregnancy body by sharing one of her go-to workouts with ...read more
At first glance, you might think mini resistance bands are not that big of a deal. But start incorporating them into your workout, and you’ll find that those little colorful bands will kick your butt – in the best way possible. Thanks to their versatility, they’re a great go-to ...read more
Craving some curves but weren't born with the hour-glass figure of Kim Kardashian West or Beyoncé? No sweat. According to Gina Fey, international fitness trainer and owner of Body By Gia, you can still achieve a similar booty-full silhouette with the right exercise and diet ...read more
Alicia Silverstone is as famous for her veganism as she is for her trademark “Clueless” role. Recently the wellness entrepreneur – she founded Mykind Organics certified organic, vegan non-GMO line of vitamins – welcomed Women’s Health into her kitchen to show off what was in her ...read more
It's hard to ignore the health benefits of a regular exercise routine. From controlling weight to improving the body's cardiovascular system to keeping the body strong and flexible, the pros are endless. However, for people with a chronic illness, there are a few stumbling ...read more
Hilaria Baldwin is pretty much an anomaly. The yoga instructor and wife to Alec Baldwin has given birth to four babies in four-and-a-half years, and somehow looks better than ever. So what's her secret to keeping in shape and toned while taking care of four little ones? The ...read more
It's everyone's favorite seasonal beverage. The one most of us crave once the weather gets chillier, and the leaves start turning color. Of course, we're referring to Starbucks Pumpkin Spice Latte. The coffee drink is so popular that it was released in the summer this year, ...read more
Intuitive eating has been popping up recently in the wellness world, and while some might assume it's a new concept, the approach was introduced by Evelyn Tribole RD, and Elyse Resch RDN, back in 1995 with their ground-breaking book, "Intuitive Eating: A Revolutionary Program ...read more
Her 1.4 million Instagram followers know fitness guru and yoga expert Sjana Elise Earp has a killer body, fashionable bikinis, and can bend her body in mind-blowing yoga poses. But something they might not know is how the Australian wellness blogger struggled with depression. ...read more
Let's be honest: your 30s are definitely not your 20s. Your energy is more sluggish, you can't eat whatever you want without paying for it on your thighs, and now your body makes these odd creaking sounds whenever you sit down. Yes, your body looks and feels different, and ...read more
Goop founder Gwyneth Paltrow, who married TV producer, Brad Falchuk, over the weekend, recently shared her morning smoothie recipe to her readers, and not surprisingly, the wellness buff is all about adaptogens. According to Goop's website, "Gwyneth drinks adaptogens every ...read more
Supermodel Gisele Bündchen might have wealth, beauty, and a pro-athlete husband, but not everything in her life has been picture-perfect. In her new memoir, "Lessons: My Path to a Meaningful Life," the Brazilian-born model reveals that she once suffered from panic attacks and ...read more
I'm plateau-phobic, so I'm always looking for ways to amp up my home workouts. Enter: gliding discs. Also referred to as sliding discs, sliders, or gliders, they had been on my "must try" list for the last few years. Finally, this month I got around to buying a pair and using ...read more
It's official: Soap opera actress Susan Lucci is hotter and fitter at 71. The Emmy award winner appears in this month's Harper's BAZAAR in an unretouched photo swimsuit shoot, and her figure is seriously #goals. "I feel as good now as I ever did in my 20s and 30s, maybe even ...read more
Over the years, people have switched from whole-fat dairy to low-fat or no-fat options because they were deemed healthier. However, according to a new study, full-fat dairy can actually be good for your heart. The study, published in the Lancet, was conducted by researchers ...read more
If cryotherapy is the latest beauty trend, then working out under sub-temperatures might be the next fitness fad. From the launch of BRRRN, a New York boutique gym that offers classes in sub-zero temperatures to Vasper, an exercise system that uses compression and cooling to ...read more
Fans of Chrissy Teigen knows she likes to keep it real. True to form, the cookbook author, television personality, and model opened up about her unique way of dealing with postpartum depression after giving birth to her second child, son Miles. "It sounds ridiculous, but ...read more
If you're one of her 1.2 million followers on Instagram then you know Busy Philipps never shies away from sharing, well, everything. That includes recently revealing to her fans that she poured "gallons of oil" over her head all in the name of healing her sinuses. After ...read more
From the prevention of heart disease and cancer to alleviating depression, vitamin D is essential for optimal health. For decades, it was also prescribed as both a preventative and treatment for osteoporosis as vitamin D helps the body absorb the calcium it needs to build ...read more
It's the end of your workout, and you're beat. You've sweated, you're conquered, and now all you want is to refuel and hit the showers. No wonder it's so easy to forget to stretch. Besides, you know that HIIT can blast calories and a weight training session can build muscles, ...read more
Looks like Goop goofed up. The lifestyle brand founded by Gwyneth Paltrow has agreed to pay a $145,000 settlement in California after an investigation found that some of its products being promoted, including vaginal eggs, weren't backed by science. The lawsuit comes from the ...read more