Fitness

It seems like there’s always a new workout trending on social media, but the latest one focuses more on exercising your mind than your body. Somatic training is a gentle (like, extremely gentle) style of movement designed to help practitioners both strengthen their mind-body connection, release anxiety, and even heal trauma. The movement #somaticexperiencing has

You’re working at your desk, probably on your fifth Zoom call and second iced coffee of the day, when you realize you haven’t stopped shaking your leg for the past hour. Maybe you don’t even notice this subconscious movement until your roommate or coworker points it out. Though the leg shaking is subtle, it can

Instructor Kaleila Jordan creates a fun, energetic atmosphere with a challenging lower-body workout. This class is a great choice if you’re looking to engage your core, hips, and glutes. You’ll move, twerk, dance, and challenge your body with side-to-side steps, leg lifts, body waves, and high knees across the body. The focused movements help strengthen

We love an exercise snack — a short workout that you can stack with other quickies to create an exercise plan that’s perfectly tailored to what you need that day, or you can do on its own anytime you need a quick hit of movement. And that’s exactly what this 10-minute at-home ab workout is.

Jessica Alexiou was working as a professional dancer and health and fitness coach in 2018 when she began to feel like her body was breaking down. “I started having some really bizarre symptoms. I was gaining weight rapidly. I think I had gained 25 pounds within a month and a half,” Jessica tells POPSUGAR. Then

Trying a dance class for the first time can feel a bit intimidating, but once you get moving, you’ll quickly realize how fun it can be. Plus, the health benefits of dancing extend far beyond just one session. Regular dance workouts can improve your cardiovascular fitness, helping you build your endurance so you can dance

Courtesy of Kristine ThomasonCourtesy of Kristine Thomason Raindrops on roses and whiskers on kittens are great, but here are a few of my favorite things: eclectic interior design, a wide variety of fitness modalities, dreamy spas, charming libraries, and crave-worthy dining experiences. At the risk of sounding paranoid, it kind of feels like Heimat, a

For many people, fitness is more than a hobby: it’s a priority, or even a lifestyle. And when something’s that important to you, you’re typically willing to find ways to fit it into your budget. But how much is the average person actually willing to spend on fitness? With the popularity of fitfluencers on social

Starbucks makes it easy to get an instant burst of happiness by sipping on the coffee chain’s seasonal drinks — they’re like liquid holiday cheer. If you’re more of a chocolate-lover than pumpkin-spice-obsessed, you’ll love Starbucks’s peppermint mocha. The drink has been around for more than 20 years now, and is considered the most-loved holiday

Whether you’re dealing with occasional headaches or frequent migraines, finding the right medication can make all the difference in managing your pain. When a headache strikes, the last thing you want to do is spend time in the drug store contemplating which over-the-counter (OTC) concoction will do the trick. Acetaminophen (e.g., Tylenol, Tylenol Extra Strength)

This informational guide, part of PS’s Condition Center, lays out the realities of this health concern: what it is, what it can look like, and strategies that medical experts say are proven to help. You should always consult your doctor regarding matters pertaining to your health and before starting any course of medical treatment. Human

When you’re constantly waking up in the middle of the night and wasting the last of your precious sleeping hours wide awake, reaching for a bottle of melatonin may seem like a great idea. It’s readily available, and it’s supposed to help you sleep . . . right? Sleep deprivation can make this logic seem

Maria Menounos is opening up about her experience with pancreatic cancer, saying that she still hasn’t “come to grips with it all.” The 44-year-old shared information about her experience on Instagram, pointing out that “so very few even survive pancreatic cancer.” In an interview with People, Menounos said she was first diagnosed with type 1

Image Source: Getty / Tempura Have you ever walked by an elliptical at the gym and wondered, “Could that contraption be a useful part of my workout routine?” Or perhaps you’ve even hopped on the machine, and thought, “Is this actually doing anything?” The answer: Yes. That is, if you’re using it effectively. Intrigued? We

Known for her thrilling, energetic performances on “Dancing with the Stars”, alumni Lindsay Arnold is no stranger to staying active. Fans of her 30-minute dance circuit workout will love this core-focused session. This new PS Fit workout from Arnold is tailored for both beginners and those seeking an additional core challenge. All of the exercises

Have you ever walked by an elliptical at the gym and wondered, “Could that contraption be a useful part of my workout routine?” Or perhaps you’ve even hopped on the machine, and thought, “Is this actually doing anything?” The answer: Yes. That is, if you’re using it effectively. Intrigued? We chatted with Melanie Zoller, NASM-certified

As POPSUGAR editors, we independently select and write about stuff we love and think you’ll like too. If you buy a product we have recommended, we may receive affiliate commission, which in turn supports our work. Let’s be real — one of the greatest workout motivators is new gear. Whether you’re constantly eyeing activewear leggings

While bodyweight exercises can take you far, if you’re able to add weights to your routine, you should. And this lower body workout with weights is a great place to start, since it takes exercises you may already be familiar with — air squats, lateral lunges, step-ups — and just adds resistance. But first, a

In an ever-evolving era of technology, I have proven somewhat resistant to the latest gadgets. I still wear wired headphones to the gym (much to my younger sister’s chagrin), and I’ve been waking up to the same panic-inducing alarm for years. “I don’t need anything else,” I tell myself. “What I have now is just

Image Source: Getty / Kevin Mazur and Photo Illustration: Ava Cruz Taylor Swift never fails to impress, whether she’s dreaming up ways to sneak into her own concert or sharing a delicious cookie recipe. Her most impressive feat as of late? Singing, strutting, and styling her way through her Eras Tour. With a show that

If you went trick-or-treating as a kid, you probably have vivid memories of Halloween: skipping around the neighborhood with a pillowcase or jack-o’-lantern bucket in hand, costume-clad, hunting down the houses with the full-size candy bars. The night would likely end with you dumping the whole thing out onto the floor, searching through your treasure,

This summer, I was looking for a new fitness routine. I wanted something I could do from home, something that wouldn’t make me sweat like crazy in the heat, and something that I could keep up with during a travel-heavy summer. Plenty of things came to mind: running was free and easy to do on

Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone has been juggling a lot lately. Like, actually juggling. Last month, the Olympian showed off her skills while visiting her hometown in New Jersey. She did the same during an appearance on the “Today” show, and at a University of Kentucky football game just after being inducted into the school’s hall of fame.

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Many of us have heard that cracking your knuckles is bad for you, and can even increase your chances of developing arthritis down the line. As a kid, this alleged factoid quickly scared me out of what I thought to be a harmful habit. But looking back, I wonder if there was ever any truth

Periods rarely choose a convenient time to arrive — or maybe it’s that there is no convenient time for a period, especially if yours comes with days of cramps, mood swings, nausea, and general discomfort. However, if you’re hoping to skip or delay your period for vacation or another special event, there’s good news: it

While each product featured is independently selected by our editors, we may include paid promotion. If you buy something through our links, we may earn commission. Read more about our Product Review Guidelines here. You don’t have to be a dancer to shop the balletcore trend (but these pieces will definitely make you feel like

Squeezing in a group workout class can be tough during the week, especially when juggling multiple priorities and competing tasks. But, at only ten minutes, this dance class is a super quick (and delectable!) exercise snack. So stop doomscrolling and work this fun class into your winter arc routine. In this home workout video from