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Blake Bakkila

Blake Bakkila has been writing about everything from pop culture to lifestyle products for more than eight years. Her work has appeared on Sunset.com, ArchitecturalDigest.com, GoodHousekeeping.com, WhattoExpect.com, Health.com, and in the print and digital versions of Real Simple and People.

Blake Bakkila's Articles

In this image for an article about whether or not you should exercise when you're sick, a woman is blowing her nose into a tissue while she stands outside on a sports court of some kind.

Health

Should You Work Out When You’re Sick? Here’s How to Decide, According to Doctors

A smiling man going on a walk outside, which is a great self-care idea.

Mental Health

17 Actually Easy Self-Care Ideas to Nourish Your Body and Mind

A calm woman sitting in bed practicing mindfulness and looking to her left as she focuses on how to be more present in her daily life.

Mindset

8 Easy Ways to Be More Present, According to Mental Health Experts

A woman standing outside and holding her hand to her face as she suffers from a headache after a workout.

Health

How to Prevent a Headache After a Workout, According to Doctors

A young woman stretching her leg. Stretching is a key part of injury prevention.

Health

7 Injury Prevention Tips to Keep on Your Radar, According to Fitness Experts

A young woman with a ponytail is bent over outside with her hands on her knees, experiencing nausea after a workout.

Health

Feeling Nauseous After a Workout? Here's Why it Happens and How to Prevent It