The best exercises for a toned back
And all too often, something really important gets overlooked: our backs. Not only is a strong and poised back is essential to reduce the risk of injury and joint pain in our everyday life, it can be an aesthetic asset in our midlife arsenal against ageing.
Just ask Jennifer Lopez, 55, who, attending a pre-Grammy gala earlier this year, showcased an expanse of sculpted flesh in her backless dress. Dedicated exercisers such as myself will appreciate the graft that went into its execution,
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
Vogue Arabia
27-06-2025
- Vogue Arabia
Check Mate: How Gingham Became the Print of Summer 2025
Gingham – the cooler, more laid-back cousin of plaid – makes its comeback every summer, just as its sturdier counterpart returns to storage with the knits and overcoats. Breezy and nostalgic, it's the kind of print you instinctively pack for a tropical escape or a last-minute weekend away. Long associated with picnic blankets and vintage tablecloths, gingham's fashion footprint is far more nuanced. Season after season, designers breathe new life into the print – reworking it into structured dresses, crisp co–ords, and soft separates in neutral tones and unexpected cuts. In 2025 alone, the Frankies Bikinis x Bella Hadid and GAP x Dôen collaborations put gingham front and centre in dreamy summer dresses. Labels like Sandy Liang, Reformation, Longchamp, Meshki, and Marni are also getting behind the checkered print, offering skirts, trousers, and tops that feel refreshingly grown-up. Recently spotted on Jennifer Lopez, Taylor Swift, and Sarah Jessica Parker, gingham has officially moved beyond nostalgic and into celebrity–certified cool. Never costume-y, always current – it keeps things interesting without trying too hard. And, of course, the cultural archive runs deep. Judy Garland's blue gingham pinafore in The Wizard of Oz practically wrote the rulebook. Princess Diana gave it off–duty polish in bright–pink gingham capris and ballet flats. Margot Robbie immortalised the pastel version in Barbie . And recently, Sabrina Carpenter sealed the deal, wearing a blue gingham co–ord in her Manchild music video – cementing its status as an official 2025 staple. This season, the check is everywhere again – but styled in a way that feels grown–up and ready for real life. Whether you go all–in with a matching set or keep it subtle with just one piece, consider it the unofficial uniform of 'Summer 2025'. A guide to wearing gingham now For Aparna Chandra, Co–Creative Director of Nicobar, an Indian label that has quietly championed gingham since its inception, the appeal lies in its consistency. 'Gingham isn't trending in 2025 because it's new – it's resonating because it's real. Honest. Familiar. At Nicobar, it's always felt like a natural fit: not seasonal, but perennial. We come back to it not for novelty, but for its quiet ease and versatility. Over the years, we have used gingham both subtly and centrally – it breaks up prints, softens boldness, and adds detail even as a trim. Structured but never stiff, it brings balance and a kind of visual grounding that works across silhouettes. Gingham isn't a trend – it's part of our fabric. Season after season, it lives on in the pieces we make: thoughtful, timeless, and built to last.' The summer dress, reimagined
Fox Sports
12-06-2025
- Fox Sports
Shaboozey, FOX Sports kick off one year to go from soccer's biggest event
FOX Sports will be live from Miami's South Beach on Friday, June 13, to continue the countdown to the FIFA World Cup 2026 – the biggest edition yet of the world's most popular tournament. Grammy-nominated superstar Shaboozey will perform during a star-studded event as part of the celebration of the FIFA World Cup, which kicks off on July 11, 2026. Friday's event will be televised on Fox in primetime on Friday (8 p.m. ET/8 p.m. PT). Shaboozey, known for his hit song "A Bar Song (Tipsy)," will be joined by other musical performances, FIFA legends, and celebrity guests. The event will be hosted by FOX Sports personalities including Charissa Thompson, Alexi Lalas, Stu Holden and Tom Rinaldi. Here's what you need to know about Friday's big show: Where is it, and how can I go? For those in the Miami area, this free-to-attend event will be at Lummus Park between 7th and 8th Street in Miami Beach, Florida. Where can I watch it? Coverage begins Friday in primetime at 8:00 PM ET / 8:00 PM PT on FOX. What and when is the FIFA World Cup 2026? The tournament will be co-hosted by three countries for the first ever, with 48 teams and 104 games across Canada, Mexico, and the United States. FOX Sports will broadcast all matches. The World Cup begins on June 11, 2026, in Mexico City and culminates with the final on July 19, 2026, in East Rutherford, New Jersey. Sixteen cities across the three countries will host the games. Want great stories delivered right to your inbox? Create or log in to your FOX Sports account , and follow leagues, teams and players to receive a personalized newsletter daily! recommended Get more from FIFA Men's World Cup Follow your favorites to get information about games, news and more in this topic
Vogue Arabia
06-05-2025
- Vogue Arabia
Doechii Makes Her Debut at the 2025 Met Gala—In Shorts!
The Friday before the 2025 Met Gala, Doechii—en route to Vogue 's pre-Met fête—all but told us who's dressing her for the first Monday in May when she paid homage to André Leon Talley in full Louis Vuitton. Indeed, for her inaugural Met Gala, Doechii turned to the French house. Outfitted in a Pharrell-designed Louis Vuitton short suit with a monogram tuxedo jacket in the brand's monogram and shorts in the signature damier, she truly embodied the spirit of the night. She accessorised with a burgundy bow that matched her knee-high socks and buckled shoes and carried a mini Speedy bag. In the other hand? A a stylish tour for Alligator Bites Never Heal , a staggering four looks for the 2025 Grammys (where she took home Best Rap Album), and a Paris Fashion Week hit parade, she has already risen to full fashion 'It' Girl status. Now, on the 2025 Met Gala red carpet, she's taking her victory lap. This isn't the first time we've seen her take on her own version of the Tailored for You brief. Thom Browne created four bespoke, suiting-inspired looks for Doechii's first Grammys. So, it should come as no surprise that she nailed the theme on her very first Met Gala. Article originally published on Vogue US
