By Erica Schwartz Graphic by Josie Zevin If you’ve ever watched a gym influencer on TikTok or Instagram, you’ve likely heard them praise the virtues of some mythical substance called creatine — but what is this secret ingredient, and do you need it to hit your wellness goals? Creatine may sound like a foreign chemical, but it isn’t. Creatine  is a substance that our own bodies can produce. It is a necessary part of our quickest energy-production pathways and helps our muscles

By Erica Schwartz by Hannah Sender Hot yoga has grown increasingly popular over the last year or so. It seems like everyone I know is either a CorePower Yoga attendee or a CorePower instructor. This summer, I set out to uncover the hype surrounding hot yoga classes. You see, I’ve always been a bit of a yogi. Plus, I’m a huge fan of saunas, especially when paired with a cold plunge session. So imagine my surprise when I took a hot yoga class and absolutely hated it. Instead of

By Erica Schwartz by Pranaya Buyya When we’re getting ready to go out and be active, we often put a lot of thought into what outfit is...

Carrying a water bottle around might seem silly, but it’s the easiest way to stay hydrated by Erica Schwartz Graphic by Katelyn Holland...

Are 10,000 steps the next step toward your health goals? By Erica Schwartz Image by Sarah Cruz We’ve all heard the advice: get 10,000...

by Erica Schwartz Graphic by Emily Carmichael In wellness spaces, we often focus on the power of listening to our own thoughts. While...

Sea moss has taken the internet by storm, but is it the superfood it's been purported to be? by Erica Schwartz Graphic by Luci Barrett...