Guys, that whole walking 10,000 steps a day to be a healthy spiel? It’s a myth. Why do you think it’s such a neat number? Why is it suspiciously like Dr. Anders Ericsson’s oft-misunderstood 10,000 hours theory of practice and mastery? But to avoid getting all conspiratorial on you, we must hastily add—it’s not a myth
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Poor soil fertility emanating from land degradation is one of the causes of low crop productivity in Sub-Saharan Africa. Therefore, the issues of food insecurity and poverty have become prevalent in these countries. It is however imperative to explore agricultural innovations such as mineral fertilizer to improve soil fertility of the arable lands in Africa
It’s a sad fact of life that weather conditions won’t always allow you to flaunt your svelte legs in short shorts every workout. Clouds inevitably appear, winds whip and rains descend. What’s needed in these times of weatherly struggle is a humble pair of men’s workout pants to keep you pushing when the elements turn
Fret not after that tumultuous Bridgerton season 2 finale: Lady Whistledown will write again. Netflix announced way back on April 13, 2021, that it had already renewed the dazzling period romance for both a third and fourth season, just as the highly anticipated season 2 began filming in the U.K. Bridgerton is based on a
While it’s true that the pandemic urged fashionable folk to look at the crewneck sweatshirt and all things loungewear in greater detail, its easy-going style, and youthful demeanor made it a staple of every man’s wardrobe even in the before-times. It has always been ubiquitous and it has always been loved. Why is the crewneck
As a shopping editor, I come across viral products on social media all the time. While I enjoy a useful cleaning tool or hidden shelf organizer, an unusually eye-catching item captured my attention today: a glass, bag-shaped vase-slash-aquarium that shoppers on Instagram have been posting about incessantly. This content is imported from Instagram. You may
A shaved head is a timeless look. It doesn’t matter what age you are – a slick, shorn cranium is simply iconic. Essentially, it’s a men’s hairdo that pretty much goes with anything, and having the best head shaver makes all the difference. From Tom Hardy and Terry Crews to Bruce Willis and Jude Law,
PORTRAIT BY Els Zweerink / ILLUSTRATION BY YOUSRA ATTIA Welcome to Shelf Life, ELLE.com’s books column, in which authors share their most memorable reads. Whether you’re on the hunt for a book to console you, move you profoundly, or make you laugh, consider a recommendation from the writers in our series, who, like you (since
“I think my first trip to Hawaii was a vacation in Kauai,” contemplates Carolyn Murphy. “I was immediately captivated by the greenery and the lush tropical land—like I could see and feel the earth breathing.” This is a sentiment shared by her design partners. Today, just in time for International Surfing Day, the eco-minded and
Whether you sport a cool cropped look, luscious Samson-like locks, or something in between, there’s a chance you’ve experienced a bout of dandruff at least once in your life. Not only is this undesirable build-up of dead skin cells uncomfortable, but it can also leave you feeling like you’re in a constant snowstorm that you
What does it take for Rege-Jean Page to look that good? Apparently, not much. “Sleep. Water. Good Vibes,” the actor told ELLE.com, revealing his secret recipe on a Zoom call from L.A. Beaming in a blue and white striped sweater, the actor was rather convincing. After long days on set in Bridgerton or after hosting
If you’ve not yet been accosted by Wham’s ‘Last Christmas’ either in the office or walking past the shops, you’ve definitely not got out enough. For ’tis the season, and with the multiplying tinsel comes growing anxieties over presents. In a world where shopping can happen at the click of a button, choosing a memorable
President Abraham Lincoln issued the Emancipation Proclamation on Jan. 1, 1863, ordering that “all persons held as slaves” should “be free.” But some enslavers across the Deep South refused to comply, and many Black people remained in slavery—completely unaware of their new freedom. Finally, on June 19, 1865, Union soldiers in Galveston, Texas, delivered an
Give or take a wash here or a rip there, jeans tend to look suspiciously similar on the first take. Affordable jeans are just jeans, right? They go with everything, whatever the price tag. Can’t go wrong. Not true. Unlike a bad piece of knitwear, which instantly looks alien if it doesn’t suit you, a
As the weather turns colder, men look to their wardrobes to ensure they’re ready to acclimate to the snowy season. And while clothing can be adapted and layered to work for the colder season, footwear requires a dramatic change. It’s time to say goodbye to sandals and canvas low-tops and hello to warm winter boots
On Friday, Meghan Markle stood on the sidelines to cheer on Prince Harry’s polo team, who were fighting for a place in their league final. For the event, she wore a pair of denim shorts from Doen with a high waist and A-line silhouette. To match, she wore a long-sleeved denim top in a slightly
Hats were once considered an everyday item, gracing the heads of the aristocracy and working class alike. But as the years passed and the appeal of headwear faded, hatmakers were pushed in a slightly more niche direction. However, classic styles such as the fedora and panama have seen something of a revival in recent years,
On my way to the subway one recent morning, a woman approached me and said something that prompted me to take my AirPods out. “What?!” I yelled back, because this is New York, and we don’t usually talk to or acknowledge each other except in rare emergencies. “I love your dress!” she said. After I