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At least 11 percent of American adults experience a panic attack each year, according to theMerck Manual. And Madelaine Petsch is one of them. ( So, what does the 5-4-3-2-1 technique involve exactly? Photo: Getty Images “When we are anxious, we take short shallow breaths which increases our intake of carbon dioxide. Then, “stop what you are doing, relax, and venture to adjust your posture (e.g. uncross your legs, unclench your fists)....

Heres howand whyyou should incorporate a thread of appreciation into your fitness routine. (More like I cant wait for this ish to be over!) But it should be. A study inTranslational Psychiatryfound that a combo of focused meditation and aerobic exercise helps reduce depressive symptoms. Ready to make your next workout even more meaningful? These expert and science-backed tips offer ways to weave gratitude into your fitness routine and why its important....

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If you ace it, well celebrate with Bubba Gump shrimp and chocolates. Forrest Gumpis based on a 1986 novel by Winston Groom. Meanwhile, Bill Murray, Chevy Chase and John Travolta all turned the part down. Question 2 of 10 Forrest Gump was born and raised in which state? Forrest Gump hails from the fictional town of Greenbow, Alabama. Even so, the movie wasnt actually filmed in Alabama. Director Robert Zemeckis said Forrest and Jenny represented opposite versions of America....

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If you select links we provide, we may receive compensation. The acne-fighting treatment has a significant celebrity following. Celebrities get pimples too, even if airbrushing and professionally applied makeup make that fact easy to forget. Photo: Courtesy of Merchant To say that a lot of stars love Mario Badescu Drying Lotion would be an understatement. “Khloe Kardashiansaid that it completely eliminates her pimples overnight. The treatment goes on pink, so you may want to dab it onto any blemishes before bed....

If you hit links we provide, we may receive compensation. It’s my go-to for parched winter skin. Shape / Francesca Fasciglione Dryness is a daily dilemma for my skin. Photo:Shape / Francesca Fasciglione Thats why Im always stocked with moisturizers to fight the tightness, flakiness, and roughness all over. In fact, I own more than 10 formulas that I switch between. (Hey, at least Im moisturized.) Mario Badescu Meanwhile, squalane with the addition ofgreen teais also useful for smoother complexion....

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If you press links we provide, we may receive compensation. Another reviewer says it made their complexion soft and dewy. Sherevealedthat theMario Badescu Super Collagen Maskis among her favorite products. Photo:Shape / Getty Images / Slaven Vlasic Naturally, its next on my list to try. Its formulated with skin-smoothingcollagenwhich reduces the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. Kaolin clayis another hero ingredient which acts as a purifier for your skin....

If you hit links we provide, we may receive compensation. This anti-aging formula tightens, smooths, and softens. Shape / Francesca Fasciglione There are only a few celebrities Ive actually met in person. Photo:Shape / Francesca Fasciglione In fact, shes been loyal to the skincare brand, Mario Badescu, for more than 40 years. The addition ofglycerinandvitamin Edeeply moisturizes the skin for a soft and plump complexion. And the benefits dont just end there, either....

Use these progressing variations to build up proper push-up form and strengthen your upper body. You’ve probably been powering throughpush-ups or at least trying to since your elementary school days. (Thanks, Presidential Fitness Test!) Photo: Getty Images (Once you’ve mastered these progressions,try more push-up variations with this 30-day push-up challenge.) B.Engage core by tucking tailbone and drawing navel in toward spine. Lock in lats by drawing shoulders down and away from ears....

A.Holding a dumbbell in each hand, stand with feet hips-width apart. B.Hinge at the hips until chest is parallel with the floor and back is flat. Lower dumbbells to the floor until arms are straight. Corey Maloney C.Pull shoulders down and away from ears. Keep elbows tight next to body. You’ll engage your core while rowing both arms or one at a time. Corey Maloney This is why you need toadd balance training to your workout routine....

Both types of Pilates strengthen your core and improve posture but is one superior? Here’s what experts say about the benefits of mat vs. reformer Pilates. The decision you’ll be left with is: reformer Pilates vs. mat Pilates. Photo: Getty Images Think of it as yoga’s slightly more strength-focused cousin. Here’s more about the benefits of mat Pilates. “[Reformer is] a more modern form of Pilates,” she notes. This form of Pilates gets down to the core of the philosophy around Pilates....