Fitness

I have one of the uber viral belt bags, and I’ll admit: it’s worth the hype. It holds just the right amount of stuff, can be worn as a crossbody or belt pack, and is perfect for walks, hikes, travel, and errands. (There’s a reason we gave it a POPSUGAR Fitness Award!) Unfortunately, it often

With flavors such as dill pickle, sea salt caramel, and pumpkin pie stocking store shelves, it’s clear: the hummus hype is real. To many Americans, it might seem like the excitement’s developed over the past decade, but hummus has actually been a crowd-favorite for multiple centuries (read: long before Trader Joe’s started churning out creative

Ask me to name one man competing in the NCAA’s March Madness tournament this year? I can’t . . . and honestly, that makes me proud. Because ask me to name a woman, and I can rattle off a sizable list. And I don’t think I’m the only one for whom this is the case.

An unsuspecting win for reproductive freedom was just made official by the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA). On July 13, the FDA approved the over-the-counter sale of Opill, the first nonprescription birth-control pill in the United States. “Today’s approval is a groundbreaking expansion for women’s health in the US, and a significant milestone towards

Image Source: Getty / GoodLifeStudio When you’re running intervals, you can’t beat the precision and accuracy of a treadmill HIIT workout. If I plug seven miles an hour into the machine, I’m going to be running exactly seven miles an hour — otherwise, I’ll fall off the back. But during the same workout outdoors, I

Image Source: Getty / Raymond Liu / Contributor “This is gonna keep you smiling and feeling so fine,” Jazzercise founder Judi Sheppard Missett promises in a retro video that’s found its way to YouTube. The idea that working out should be fun was foundational to Jazzercise, a brand that revolutionized how women exercised in the

Kegels are a quick and easy exercise, but they don’t exactly have the most glamorous reputation. That said, doing daily Kegels can be seriously beneficial for your pelvic-floor strength and overall sexual health. Kegel exercises can help before and after pregnancy, working the muscles in the pelvic floor to prevent urine incontinence and bowel issues.

Louisiana resident and musician Chelsea Keenan’s life turned upside down in 2014 when she had a medical emergency. Her recovery journey has been long and complicated. Music has always been a passion of mine, so it was incredibly exciting when I was signed to a record label when I was 15. By the time I

Don’t come at us, tennis devotees — but the racquet sport’s scoring system is kind of inexplicable. Love? Deuce? Break point? Some tennis terms don’t even sound like complete words. Looking at you, “ad”! But while the word may sound silly, the term ad in tennis actually has a relatively straightforward meaning. What Does Ad

Looks like Olivia Rodrigo‘s management team has officially resorted to Plan B (and no, not that kind). Mere days after announcing her partnership with the National Network of Abortion Funds (NNAF), Rodrigo’s efforts to help distribute free contraception to concertgoers have reportedly been squashed. Now — instead of providing actionable resources for reproductive and sexual

A quiet gym is a rare and blessed gift. Less people at the gym means shorter wait times for your favorite machines, fewer eyes on you during your workouts, and (speaking from personal experience) the occasional confidence to venture out into the free weights. That said, knowing the busiest and quietest hours at the gym

From the producers of the “leggings legs” trend comes yet another unnecessary label for women’s bodies. Introducing the internet’s latest fixation: “Pilates arms.” Following Miley Cyrus‘s stunning performance at the 2024 Grammy Awards, it was her toned arms that took social media by storm (rather than her first-ever Grammy win). One reformer Pilates instructor went

The names Alejandra Gurtman, MD, and Barbara Pahud, MD, probably don’t ring a bell. But they should. Both Dr. Gurtman and Dr. Pahud work for Pfizer and played a major role in the creation of the first and only maternal vaccine to help protect infants and babies from respiratory syncytial virus — aka RSV —

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No core routine is complete without side planks. They’re a basic but challenging move for building a stronger core, challenging both your abs and your balance. Learning how to do a side plank isn’t always easy, but if done correctly, the benefits go far beyond a simple ab exercise. The “energy and length” required to

In today’s episode of things you can’t unhear: making your bed is unhealthy. Why, you ask? Well, a viral Instagram video claims that making your bed right after you wake up creates the perfect breeding ground for dust mites to thrive, thereby worsening allergies. Gross, yes, but is there any truth to it? Just so

My morning routine sets the tone for the rest of my day. I love slow, peaceful mornings where I can read a bit, work out, and eat a good breakfast. But thanks to some tough-to-break habits, not every morning looks like that. Most days, I still wake up and immediately check my email (bad, I

As one of those girlies who tend to have gut-health issues, I’ve been on the hunt for anything that’ll help. I’ve tried so many different probiotics, many of which just haven’t done much of anything. So, six months ago, I decided to cancel my subscription of my last supplement, and ever since then I’ve been

Pregnancy comes with a long list of dos and don’ts, including which foods are safe to eat and which fall under the “best avoided” category. Unfortunately, the good stuff — like coffee, a full-bodied pinot, a brie-smeared baguette loaded with slices of turkey, etc. — is often off-limits. But what about sushi? As tasty as

Image Source: POPSUGAR Photography / Angela Elias Full disclosure: I don’t usually spurge on activewear. I’ve uncovered so many affordable sports bras, workout sets, and leggings that rival premium brands that I believe price doesn’t always dictate quality. I’ve been in the market for a solid pair of black leggings perfect for school drop-off, running

The gloves are coming off for this boxing-inspired dance cardio workout. In just 15 minutes, you’ll learn basic boxing combos, get your heart rate up, and walk away feeling powerful. Join trainer, choreographer, and founder of Kong Fit Clubhouse Meagan Kong as she leads you through this fiery full-body workout, combining hard-hitting moves with fun,

Followers of women’s sports teams often share a common sentiment: it can be so damn hard to be a fan sometimes. According to Jillian Hiscock, “You need a darn near master’s degree in streaming services to be able to become a women’s sports fan,” referring to the fact that women’s sporting events are rarely available

“OK guys, I have a PSA for you, and it has to do with massage guns and your neck,” content creator Sophie Dolce begins a video. She tells her TikTok followers that after using a massage gun every 30 minutes to help relieve a kink in her neck, she noticed a big lump. Luckily, Dolce

Vaping has become an undeniable part of American culture. As of 2021, about 4.5 percent of adults in the U.S. smoked e-cigarettes, with 18 to 24-year-olds being the most heavy users (around 11 percent). Thanks to its convenience, social acceptance, and addictive qualities, vaping has a grip on a growing number of folks — so

Wrapped in a colorful, 12-ounce can with flavors from strawberry watermelon to ice pop, Prime Energy is a caffeinated energy drink retailed to help replenish the body. Both Prime Energy and its sister product Prime Hydration have become a go-to drink among athletic teenagers and tweens (right up there with Celsius). However, the ingredients of

Just when you thought you’d escaped the confusing confines of your high school dress code, the gym proves you wrong. In 2024, women are still sharing horror stories about their gym memberships getting revoked due to issues with the dress code. Certain gyms now consider sports bras — commonly used for comfort and support —

Image Source: Chef K The Kardashian-Jenners have made headlines for endless reasons, and their eating habits are no exception. Certain moments — from Kylie’s honey-topped avocado toast reveal to Kendall’s attempt to slice a cucumber — have drawn widespread fascination and criticism. What fans of the family may not know is that the Kardashians’ approach

Image Source: MindTravel Meditation may serve as a brief escape from the chaos of everyday life, but musician and meditation expert Murray Hidary can do you one better. Hidary is the mastermind behind MindTravel, a meditation platform that completely transports its participants through uniquely immersive experiences and live music. It’s a far cry from the