Erika Johansen, the author of The Queen of the Tearling trilogy, talks with Roxane Gay about building fantastical worlds, playing with complex characters, and rooting for female protagonists who are tough as nails.
Erika Johansen
Victoria Webb
Roxane Gay
Jay Grabiec
The Invasion of the Tearling, the second installment in Erika Johansen's best-selling The Queen of the Tearling trilogy, was released earlier this month. Roxane Gay, author of Bad Feminist and An Untamed State, interviewed Erika about the new book and her writing in general.
You don't need a gym to get your fitness on — in most cases, all you need is WiFi and a bit of floor space. Here are some YouTube channels you might want to subscribe to for workouts, fitness tips, or just plain motivation to get your butt into gear. Get it!
Before you get started, some things worth noting:
• Some of these people and brands occasionally use language that you might find offensive — like by talking about "bikini bodies," for example. With that in mind, when compiling this list I looked for fitness brands that represented a range of ideals, to appeal to the widest range of people. All of these channels aren't going to be for all people, but hopefully something here might speak to you.
• Along the same lines! Some people in these videos might make some ~claims~ about the workouts changing your body in X, Y, or Z ways (toning, tightening, and the like). The truth is that losing fat, building muscle, or making changes to how your body looks isn't just a matter of working out — it's way more complicated than that. Learn more about it here, if you're interested.
• Before you get started on a new fitness regimen, you should check in with your doctor about what's safe for you. That's especially true if you're pregnant, injured, or have limited mobility for whatever reason.
• Do you know of a YouTube channel that has really great workouts and fitness content that I didn't include on this list? Share it in comments!
Example video (above): 10-Minute Superset Workout to Max Your Metabolism What else you'll find: Tons of full-length workouts, sorted by time and type. Includes cardio, strength training, tabata, yoga, pilates, and more.
Example video (above): The 4-Minute Lower Body Burpee Gauntlet Challenge Workout What else you'll find: Certified trainer Craig Ballantyne leads you through tons of metabolic resistance training workouts, no equipment needed. Includes full workouts, exercise tips, and workout descriptions.
