‘Dead butt syndrome’ is a real thing. Here’s how to tell if you have it.

Getting answers to your most burning questions. No Images? Click here     I immediately stood up after reading this story on “dead butt syndrome” from reporter Nicole Pajer this week. Basically, it’s a pretty common condition that affects your glutes, causing inflammation and abnormal muscle function. Here’s how to tell if you have it, according to experts. The main culprit of “dead butt” (I can’t type that without giggling, sorry) is sitting too much. I definitely am guilty of plopping myself in my desk chair for eight hours a day, so I’m going to try to take more standing breaks. Anyone else considering that now, too? —Lindsay You oughta know Let’s talk about sex again — you know, for health purposes. Reporter Ali Drucker chatted with experts this week and found how many calories sex really burns and if you can consider it your cardio for the day. They also revealed how you can burn more in the heat of the moment. Here’s what you should know: According to one study, sex can burn around 100 calories on average… for men. And around 69 calories for women. But this can vary. The study didn’t look at queer couples, older couples or other populations. So it’s definitely not inclusive. There are ways to ramp up your calorie burn. Experts say if you want to make sex a workout, you need to actively engage your muscles. Switching positions also gets your heart rate up. MORE REASONS TO GET BUSY FOR YOUR HEALTH   A minute and change Got a spare minute? Use it to change your life. Our "A Minute And Change" project will help you become happier, healthier and more productive by doing one thing a little differently. This week’s tip comes from fitness expert Bob Harper, who partnered with the program Survivors Have Heart after surviving his own heart attack. Below, Harper shares the one small habit he practices every day in order to feel healthier: “I drink so much water. That hydration makes me feel like I’m doing good for my body. I easily consume over a gallon every day.” Crushing on this 'Gram Before you go... It’s a fact that if you’re a human being living in 2018, you’re likely to feel stressed out at some point. Enter mindfulness. It's not just some new-agey concept. You can practice it just for 60 seconds and you can do it anywhere. Learn how with this SoulCycle mindfulness moment from our HuffPost parenting conference, How To Raise A Kid. You'll immediately feel better after you do it, trust me. Want more wellness? Could Your Birth Control Be Masking Fertility Issues? Doctors share what you need to know about contraception and getting pregnant in the future. 16 Tweets Every Introvert Will Want To Read Again And Again "It’s all fun and games until someone replies to your text with a phone call." How I Went From Never Running More Than A Mile To Finishing A Marathon In 1 Year So. Inspiring.    .     HuffPost is now a part of Oath and a part of Verizon. On May 25, 2018 we introduced a new Oath Privacy Policy which will explain how your data is used and shared. Learn More. No moon dust. No B.S. Just a completely essential daily guide to achieving the good life. Subscribe here. Like what you see? Share it. Can't get enough? You'll also love HuffPost's Entertainment newsletter. ©2018 HuffPost | 770 Broadway, New York, NY 10003 You are receiving this email because you signed up for updates from HuffPost Feedback | Privacy Policy | Unsubscribe        . - - Preferences  |  Unsubscribe