Becoming a mother triggers an inner battle between the joy of having a child and the guilt over daydreaming about your former life. As mental health conversations are slowly destigmatised, sharing an honest testimony around pregnancy, maternity and motherhood become now more than ever an act of sisterhood that empowers women as mothers and individuals.
On 20 February 2020, right before Covid-19 plunged us all into lockdown, I had my first kid, a baby girl. And as much as I love her, I can’t help but fantasise about my pre-nappies freedom. Am I a monster? I’ve learned I am not. But the first time I said, “I miss my life” out loud, I felt like the worst person in the world.
Jumping Rope vs Running: Which Is Better for Exercise? Amy Marturana Winderl
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Jumping rope vs. running
When it comes to picking the best do-anywhere cardio workout, both running and jumping rope stand out as top contenders. Both get your heart rate high, your lungs and heart working hard, and your body sweating.
They re also both known for requiring little to no equipment. To run, you just need a good pair of sneakers. To jump rope, you just need, well, a jump rope. Both can be done outside, too, which is a major bonus for anyone looking for a change of scenery and some fresh air. (And doesn t that describe all of us right about now?)
6 Benefits of Jumping Rope That Will Inspire You to Try It Amy Marturana Winderl
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Jumping rope: An underrated workout
When the cold weather and lack of sunshine test your exercise motivation, having easy, accessible exercise tools on hand can increase your chances of actually getting in a workout. The easier it is to just get up and move, the more likely you ll be to do it. One of the most convenient and inexpensive pieces of exercise equipment for at-home workouts is a jump rope.
The unassuming jump rope is small, lightweight, and portable, which makes it a good addition to any home gym even if your gym also doubles as your living space and office these days. But it s also a great tool to use outside. If you re short on space at home, you can grab your jump rope and head outdoors to any open space.
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Daily Harvest is tracking to generate $250 million in revenue in 2020, according to founder and CEO Rachel Drori.
Drori shared with Business Insider how they maintained steady growth and plan to remain competitive as people return to work. Many people were bringing Daily Harvest with them to the office or having it delivered before the pandemic, and offices were purchasing Daily Harvest for their teams, Drori said. We expect that behavior to continue.
Subscription meal service Daily Harvest reported to Business Insider having turned its first profit in February and has remained profitable throughout the pandemic as the popularity of food delivery services have soared. The company is now tracking to generate $250 million in revenue in 2020, with a compounded annual growth rate of over 150% since