Fitness

You’ve probably heard that you should take your birth control pill at the same time every day — and it’s a good habit to get in for a couple of reasons. First, taking your pill at a specific time helps make it as essential to your routine as brushing your teeth, which is important because

The simple act of fasting has become increasingly popular in recent years, with many people turning to intermittent fasting to lose weight and improve their overall health. But while research suggests that fasting can combat oxidative stress, protect the heart, and even lead to a longer life, the thought of going for hours or days

I don’t know what your path to therapy looked like, but mine started with a lot of procrastination. “I should probably try therapy,” I thought to myself for about a year, but I had no idea where to start. I got as far as googling “therapists in San Francisco” before getting overwhelmed by the amount

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. When it comes to stocking workout staples to reach for again and again, Old Navy constantly impresses with consistent

My mental health took a dramatic swerve for the worse in 2020 and 2021, an experience I assume most of the planet can relate to. For me, the problem was exacerbated by physical injuries that kept me from working out, which, up to that point, was the only way I knew how to deal with

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. We’ve been wearing and buying masks for over a year now, and the majority of our purchases have been

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. Elliptical workouts are an effective, low-impact way to get your heart rate up while working on your mobility. You

Image Source: Getty / Margo Ovcharenko I’m calling it: affirmations are the new New Year’s resolutions. They start the impending 365 days off on a positive note and keep us going without the added pressure of sustaining goals we might not meet in the long run. Of course, goal setting is still essential for growth

Image Source: Getty / Frazer Harrison Whether it’s taking us on her journey to learning the splits or hopping on the latest TikTok food trend, Lizzo never fails to breed positivity and put a smile on our faces. Case in point: the singer’s latest video dancing and singing along to City Girls’ “Rodeo” in her

This 30-day plank challenge will help strengthen and tone your core while tasking your upper-body strength, too. In just two weeks, you’ll be holding the move for a total of five minutes! And weeks three and four will up the challenge by introducing plank variations that target parts of your body you didn’t know existed.

Join fitness trainer and founder of Project Snatched Drea Rawal for a beginner’s arms and abs workout! In just 10 minutes, she will lead you through efficient exercises that will work every muscle from the waist up. Whether you are looking for a quick break from your computer or want to add an in-place exercise

If you haven’t heard of them before, let us introduce you to probiotics, the bacteria we consume through supplements and fermented foods (like yogurt or kombucha) to keep our digestive system healthy. Among their many benefits, these bacteria can improve your immune system, digestion, and heart health, but can probiotics also help you lose weight?

Seems like everyone is singing the praises of kettlebells these days, and for good reason: “Kettlebells are one of the most versatile pieces of equipment,” said Danielle Gertner, a NASM-certified personal trainer who’s kettlebell-certified from the Onnit Academy. Kettlebells offer the convenient size and portability of a dumbbell, Danielle explained, while presenting a unique difficulty

Whether you’re trying to lose weight or simply eat healthier, meal planning can be a helpful tool to keep you on track. Research shows that planning meals ahead leads to better outcomes, including eating a wider variety of healthy foods. If you are new to meal planning and don’t know where to begin, one of

When my team at POPSGUAR asked who wanted to try a plank challenge, my hand shot up. But back in my day (lol) when I was in college, a “plank challenge” consisted of taking photos of yourself lying face down, stiff as a board, somewhere crazy (it was a weird internet thing in the late

It’s time to get your heart rate up and strengthen your abs with this two-for-one HIIT ab workout. This workout is going to work your obliques, your rectus abdominals (the six-pack muscles), and your transverse abdomnis (your deep core muscles); you’re going to be winded once it’s over. Grab a towel and some water, because

Many runners have a love-hate relationship with cross training, especially distance runners. After all, these athletes already spend so many hours training each week that the idea of squeezing in extra workouts can be unappealing. However, cross training plays a crucial role in a runner’s overall training program by ensuring the body stays balanced and

During the pandemic last year, I stopped teaching yoga and didn’t do any on my own because I didn’t feel inspired to move in that way — doing sun salutations alone in my small basement home gym just didn’t have the same serene vibe as breathing and moving in a heated room with beautiful lighting,

Image Source: Getty / Rodin Eckenroth Justin Timberlake and Jessica Biel certainly make ab work look easy, but we know how challenging a plank series can be. Ahead of the new year on Wednesday, the duo shared quite the impressive core workout on Instagram, and yep, my abs are sore from just watching. In the

Going to the gym for the first time can be intimidating. There’s a lot of equipment, a lot of people, and a lot of expectation. Working out at the gym doesn’t need to be scary, though, especially if you’re prepared. One of the best ways to feel more confident in the gym is to brush

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. Now that the holidays have come and gone, it’s time to reward yourself with something cute and fun. At

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. Staying active doesn’t have to be expensive. Here, we’ve rounded up 25 of the best budget fitness finds that

If you suffer from neck pain, sleeping soundly at night can be, well, a pain in the neck. As a person whose neck gets super finicky — all it takes is a quick swivel in the wrong direction, an overzealous yoga pose, or a stressful day — I often toss and turn trying to find

If you need a thoracic spine stretch, do a round Cat Pose to Cow Pose, more commonly referred to as Cat-Cow pose. This pose increases flexibility and relieves tightness in the spine, but is also one of the most effective ab stretches and neck stretches. Since you’re tucking and rounding your pelvis, Cat-Cow is also

It’s officially cold and flu season, and coupled with the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic and rising fears about the omicron variant, you may be feeling stressed and worried about getting sick. You’ve probably heard people say that in order for your body to have the best chance at fighting off viruses, you should focus on “boosting”

Dietitians and fitness trainers encourage their clients to eat a balanced diet, complete with all three macros (protein, carbs, and fat). But getting enough daily protein seems to be a hot topic. As far as breakfast goes, registered dietitian Leslie Langevin, MS, RD, CD, of Whole Health Nutrition recommends getting 13 to 20 grams of

Chidiebere Ibe’s widely shared medical illustration of a Black fetus in the womb reminded the internet that there are still prominent representation gaps in healthcare. The Nigerian-born medical student who has spent the past year-and-a-half posting medical illustrations to Instagram with Black figures as the main subject has been praised by health organizations and even

I haven’t eaten meat for more than 30 years, haven’t eaten dairy for over six years, and stopped eating eggs over a year ago. Embracing a whole-food, plant-based, oil-free diet has made me feel incredible. My skin is clearer, I no longer get sinus infections, my bloating improved, I sleep well, I’m energetic, happy, and