Progression: the process of developing or moving gradually towards a more advanced state. The pursuit of physical fitness could be described as synonymous with that term. But from the everyday athlete who wants to surpass a personal record, to the elite feats that continue to move the needle, where would we be without the gear? The shoes that ground us, the apparel that powers us and the tech that tracks our progress are all indispensable. Thankfully, the innovative products here continue to reach for new heights — and help us do so as well.
Do You Still Have FSA Money Left Over? Here's How to Use It Before Time Runs OutIf you have healthcare through your employer, you probably have access to a flexible spending account (or an FSA) that’s meant to be used for things like copays, prescriptions and other medical expenses. These accounts are mostly on a “use it or lose it” basis though. If you have some money left over (and FSA Store has said that more than $400 million is forfeited each year in FSA funds) here are some of FSA-eligible items you can buy using your FSA, because hey, you might as well.
The 10 Best New Wellness Products of the YearOver the past 18 months, the coronavirus pandemic highlighted vast gaps in healthcare and personal wellness. For many people, it was a time to reprioritize health and focus on positive lifestyle changes. Brands took note and in 2021 released a slew of new products to help people put wellness first. Standout products covered a range of areas, from sleep to hearing to nutrition and more. But, perhaps the most notable area of growth was in teaching — new courses designed to help you help yourself.
The Year's Biggest Skincare Questions, AnsweredAt the end of each year, Google publishes a recap, called Year in Search, of the top trending searches over the past 12 months. And this year, there were lots of questions on Google's annual list about skincare especially. Skincare routines can be confusing; the individual products even more so. Fortunately, though, we have plenty of answers — which, unless your questions are more rooted in concern than they are curiosity, could save you from a costly visit to a specialist's office.
Are the Clothes and Sneakers You Really Want Too Expensive? Rent Them InsteadThere is a growing trend in menswear: renting. Services like Rent the Runway have long served women seeking a dress for a special occasion or a blouse and heels to borrow for a few weeks, but emerging sites and well-known brands alike are shifting their focus toward men, who, for example, need suits for formal events and are more inclined to follow streetwear (and splurge on sneakers as a result). Interested? Here are the ones worth giving a try.
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