Kells McPhillips

Los Angeles

Writer at Freelance

journalist + copywriter who likes to read and be outside ✍️ for Well+Good, SHAPE, and more MFA in Fiction from The New School

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Upright Rows Can Build a Stronger Back and Shoulders—If You Do Them Right. Here’s How

1 week ago | onepeloton.com | Kells McPhillips

This often-overlooked strength move is a stepping stone to more powerful snatches and cleans. By Kells McPhillips•May 6, 2025In this articlePeloton AppTry 30 days freeIf you asked a trainer to name-drop the most important fitness moves, rows would easily make the cut. This beloved workout exercise has been endlessly modified to engage the muscles of your back, shoulders, and arms.
Is It Actually Controversial to Sip Water During Hot Yoga Class?

1 month ago | yogajournal.com | Kells McPhillips

Heading out the door? Read this article on the new Outside+ app available now on iOS devices for members! Download the app. For many, taking a sip of water during hot yoga class feels as intuitive as, say, skipping Chaturanga if you’re feeling spent. But recently, influencer Roma Abdesselam received an unexpected admonishment as she reached for her water bottle. After the instructor “bullies” her for rehydrating, Abdesselam decided to roll up her mat and leave class early.
The longest, healthiest marriages have these 6 defining traits

Feb 14, 2025 | sg.style.yahoo.com | Kells McPhillips

Kells McPhillips14 February 2025 at 4:52 am·5-min readLove is in the air this month, and it seems everyone is on the hunt for that special pairing that can stand the test of time. Everyone who says “I do” hopes for not just a marriage but a great marriage.
The longest, healthiest marriages have these 6 defining traits

Feb 14, 2025 | yahoo.com | Kells McPhillips

Love is in the air this month, and it seems everyone is on the hunt for that special pairing that can stand the test of time. Everyone who says “I do” hopes for not just a marriage but a great marriage.
6 traits of the longest, happiest marriages | Fortune Well

Feb 14, 2025 | fortune.com | Kells McPhillips

It can even be something as simple as physically "turning toward" each other.
Podiatrists Agree: These Are the Only Hoka Shoes People with Flat Feet Should Buy

Jan 10, 2025 | shape.com | Kells McPhillips

Photo: Shape People with flat feet already know that they need to worry about a little more than silhouette and colorway when shopping for the best sneakers.
Some skin-care products claim to be ‘pollution-fighting.’ Without these ingredients, it’s just marketing

Jan 9, 2025 | yahoo.com | Kells McPhillips

Skin-care packaging makes a lot of promises. Words like “anti-aging,” “firming,” and “illuminating” are all assurances you may see plastered on bottles and tubes. And then there’s “pollution-fighting,” becoming ever more present on sunscreens, moisturizers, foundations, and more. And it’s not just marketing, say experts.
Experts Agree: These Are the 9 Best New Balance Walking Shoes for All-Day Comfort

Jan 7, 2025 | shape.com | Kells McPhillips

Stack height: “Stack height is the measurement from where the shoe touches the ground to the foot,” explains Roach. “This measurement includes the midsole and outsole of the shoe.” Sneakers with a higher stack offer added cushioning while a lower stack emulates walking in bare feet, so keep that in mind as you decide what model of New Balance walking shoes are right for you. Our favorites included a range of shoes with a 25 to 44-mm stack height.
I Quit Instagram But My Parasocial Relationships Still Live Rent-Free In My Head

Jan 6, 2025 | bustle.com | Kells McPhillips

I live with three ghosts: the specter of a mean girl from high school, an influencer with golden hair and great clothes, and a runner who clocks seven-minute miles. Three months ago, I deactivated all my social media accounts because I could no longer stomach the disgust I felt after spending hours a day checking in on online strangers instead of getting creative or spending time with my real-life loved ones. I never meant to get so stuck.
The longest, happiest marriages have these 6 defining traits

Dec 22, 2024 | fortune.com | Kells McPhillips

When you’re aware of your partner's joys, triggers, dreams, and worst nightmares, you’re able to interact with them in an empathetic, validating way. Getty

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