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Matcha may be the internet's favorite green drink right now... but your wallet might be feeling differently. 🍵😅
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A daily matcha from your favorite café can easily cost $6–$9. That doesn't sound too bad until you realize that's roughly $180–$270 per month and more than $2,000 a year.
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Meanwhile, a quality tin of matcha can make 20–30 servings at home for a fraction of the cost.
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The best part? You still get the smooth caffeine boost, antioxidants, and cozy morning ritual without the daily swipe of your credit card.
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We're not saying never treat yourself. We love a cute coffee shop moment too. 🤍
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But if you're looking to save money while supporting your wellness goals, learning to make matcha at home might be one of the easiest swaps you can make.
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Be honest, Sweat Sisters... are you Team Homemade Matcha or Team Matcha Run? 🍵⬇️
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We saved a spot for you at PGSFEST2026 🤍
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Whether you’re a business owner, community organization, volunteer, photographer, or videographer, we’d love to explore how you can be part of the Ultimate Sweat Sisterhood Reunion.
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Comment “APPLICATION” and we’ll send you everything you need to get started. ✨

Healthy living is usually a lot less complicated than social media makes it seem. 🤍
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Most of the results we're looking for come from doing simple things consistently: drinking more water, walking more, eating more vegetables, getting enough sleep, managing stress, and moving our bodies regularly.
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A healthy lifestyle isn't built in a day. It's built through daily habits repeated over time.
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As you scroll through these 18 simple ways to support your health, which one resonates with you the most? ⬇️
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Before you toss those carrot tops, broccoli stems, citrus peels, or stale bread... give them a second chance. ♻️🥕🍊
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An estimated 30–40% of the U.S. food supply is wasted each year, contributing to landfill waste and greenhouse gas emissions.
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Getting creative with kitchen scraps is a simple way to save money, reduce waste, and get more from the foods you're already buying.
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What's one kitchen scrap you've found a creative use for? ⬇️
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One of the biggest myths in wellness is that your metabolism suddenly stops working when you turn 30, 40, or 50. 🤍
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Metabolism is simply the process your body uses to convert food into energy to support life. Most of the calories you burn each day come from your resting metabolic rate (RMR), which accounts for about 60–70% of daily energy expenditure and is largely influenced by your body size and composition.
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The rest comes from:
• The thermic effect of food (TEF), the energy required to digest and process food
• Non-exercise activity thermogenesis (NEAT), like walking, standing, cleaning, and everyday movement
• Formal exercise and training
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In a landmark 2021 study, Duke University researcher Herman Pontzer, PhD, and his team found that metabolism remains remarkably stable from your mid-20s through your late 50s. While metabolism does gradually decline later in life, the changes are much smaller than many people assume.
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So if you're looking to support your metabolism, experts recommend combining 2–3 full-body strength training sessions each week with 2–3 days of aerobic activity you genuinely enjoy.
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Need a place to start? Come walk with us at PRETTY GIRLS SWEAT Stroll + Speak. 🚶🏾‍♀️🤍 Learn more at PrettyGirlsSweat.com/Sisterhood.
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The Knicks just brought home their first championship in 53 years, so today we’re celebrating in blue and orange. 🏀💙🧡🏆
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Turns out those championship colors show up on some pretty powerful foods, too.
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Sweet potatoes, carrots, mangoes, and orange bell peppers help support energy, immunity, recovery, and eye health.
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Blueberries, blackberries, Concord grapes, and blue spirulina are packed with antioxidants that support heart health, fight inflammation, and help your body perform at its best.
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Whether you’re celebrating a championship or simply trying to feel your best, colorful foods are always a winning play.
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After the greatest comeback in NBA Finals history, Jalen Brunson can be whatever he wants to be. 😭🏀
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Where are you watching Game 5? 👀🏀
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Sweat Sisters, here’s the tea… once you hit 40, it’s super obvious who’s been taking care of themselves and who hasn’t. Your fitness dips, and your skin starts telling the story of all those late nights, dehydration, and not-so-great choices. ⁠
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Did you know that muscle mass and strength start dropping off after 30? Yeah, and it speeds up after 65. But don’t stress! Even just 1% better every day adds up big time. The CDC says we should aim for 150 minutes of moderate exercise a week and throw in some strength and balance work twice a week. Let’s do this. You’ve got a lot of good years ahead! 💪⁠
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What’s one small change you’re going to make today for a better tomorrow? ⬇️⁠
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(Sources: National Institutes of Health, CDC)⁠
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You don’t have to wait until you feel bloated, sluggish, inflamed, or exhausted to start eating foods that support your health.
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An anti-inflammatory diet can help support heart health, digestion, recovery, energy levels, joint health, and even healthy aging.
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Today’s menu is packed with fiber, protein, healthy fats, antioxidants, and omega-3s from foods like blueberries, walnuts, salmon, kale, arugula, and sweet potatoes.
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Which meal are you grabbing first: breakfast, lunch, snack, or dinner? 👀
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