Amanda Smith is a freelance journalist and writer. She reports on culture, society, human interest and technology. Her stories hold a mirror to society, reflecting both its malaise and its beauty.

Today I tracked how fast I can run 1 mile in a backbend!!! This was one of the hardest things I've done. To prove I actually did it, I had my Apple Watch track the whole thing and got some hand ...

In addition to deadlifts and chest presses, squats are considered one of the “big three” lifts since they engage multiple muscle groups and joints. But aside from your traditional bodyweight squat, ...

If you're searching for “how to stretch lower back,” you probably already know that sitting all day is killing you. If having your butt glued to a chair is something you can’t escape, you know ...

In many a school auditorium, a theater kid could be spotted sitting cross-legged with a peanut butter and jelly sandwich, surrounded by peers who had just belted their way through the entire Hamilton ...

Ever buy a trending under-eye concealer or anti-wrinkle serum after watching a TikTok video or online tutorial? Turns out, your shopping cart is not alone. A study released in 2023 by beauty industry ...