Fitness

Recovering from a mastectomy is no easy feat. The procedure itself involves the removal of an entire breast (sometimes both breasts), and healing time can range from three to six weeks, per Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center. During recovery it’s not uncommon to experience a host of different sensations in your arm, breast, and chest

With all the misinformation circulating on social media, sometimes a good takedown is needed. From so-called hormone balancing and cortisol face to TikTok’s viral sugar pregnancy test, we love to see health and wellness myths debunked. But we have to draw the line when it comes to espresso martinis. Recently, the internet’s favorite it-girl drink

From the rise of the “hot girl walk” to walking pads in home office setups, the humble stroll is more popular than ever — and rightfully so. Adding more steps to your daily routine can come with a whole slew of benefits, like improvements in mental clarity, stress relief, heart health, mobility, and so much

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. Walking has been all the rage for a while now, but its heavyweight sister activity, rucking, is starting to steal the

It might not be for everyone, but there’s just something about a fresh pair of fuzzy socks on a cold winter night that sends me straight to dreamland. Call it a hot take, but I know I’m not alone. Sleepy-time sock-wearers deal with plenty of online criticism, with some people arguing that wearing socks to

Courtesy of NikeCourtesy of Nike 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. “This is going to be the worst run I’ve ever done. Worse than when I came

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. Group fitness classes are always on trend, whether you’re being a Pilates princess or dancing in Pure Barre classes. Indoor cycling

If you’re looking to incorporate more protein in your diet, don’t sleep on dessert. Contrary to popular belief, you definitely don’t have to skip out on sweets to meet your health and fitness goals. That said, there are some ways to make the last (read: best) meal of the day a little more nutritious, and

In our All Access issue, we’re spotlighting how the disability community is making the outdoors more accessible for everyone. Explore the package here. In 2018, I founded Disabled Hikers, a disability-led nonprofit dedicated to building disability community and justice in the outdoors. As part of my passion and job, I’ve traveled throughout much of the

More exercise isn’t always better. While there are many, many benefits of working out, it’s also true that exercise can become an addiction — and that’s a reality we hear about less often. Exercise addiction has no clinical diagnosis criteria and isn’t currently listed in the DSM-5 as an official mental health disorder (due at

Dance classes are such a fun way to mix up your traditional workout routine. Although this video is structured differently than other installments of PS Fit videos, the remix session combines two applause-worthy dance classes from instructor and choreographer Luis Cervantes. Throughout the session, Cervantes provides easy-to-follow instruction, taking viewers through a quick breakdown of

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. I’ve used so many foam rollers throughout my 12-year running career that I’ve grown accustomed to thinking of them like friends.

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. When life gets hectic, look towards a quick and effective workout format like high intensity interval training (HIIT) to prevent the

The WNBA has undoubtedly had a historical season with a dedicated yet largely new fan base breaking records in attendance, viewership, and interest. Most recently, the WNBA playoffs have been earning some of the highest viewership numbers ever seen in the league’s post-season games, per The New York Times. The attention has been exciting, but

Summer may be winding down, but why not go out with the perfect drink to celebrate the season? If you’d rather skip the booze, a spirit-free CBD mixed drink could be just the thing! Both relaxing and refreshing, this CBD mango mojito recipe is delicious and incredibly easy to assemble. Made with fresh mango, fresh-squeezed

If it wasn’t clear already, the news that A’ja Wilson earned the 2024 WNBA Most Valuable Player title, her third time achieving the award, cemented it: Wilson is having a major year. The center is currently in the playoffs with the Las Vegas Aces, with sights on another championship win and a possible three-peat. And

As much as we love the coziness of fall and winter, the darker days and colder weather can also serve as a trigger for seasonal affective disorder (SAD). In case you’re unfamiliar, SAD is a type of depression that typically affects people during the fall and winter months — times when your circadian rhythm is

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. Padel, described as a sportier alternative to pickleball, is the fastest-growing racket sport in the world. Long popular in European and

When talking about sports, you may have heard of something called a hat trick — and, no, it doesn’t have anything to do with headgear or sleight of hand. A hat trick is all about scoring goals: three to be exact. While it can happen in a lot of sports (hockey, cricket, water polo, darts),

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. No two days look the same for Head Peloton Instructor Robin Arzón. On top of business meetings and photo shoots, she

Content warning: This article contains descriptions of physical abuse. The day I got my blue belt in Brazilian jiu-jitsu, I found myself flat on my back, crushed under the 6’4″, 190-pound frame of my coach, who was also my husband, John. But as I’d already learned, when it came to this 2,000-year-old martial art, being

I want to grow old with joy, mobility, and strength as I embrace my age powerfully without shame. Exercise and movement are vital in maintaining a high quality of life as I grow older. Aging is a privilege, and I want to approach it with a sense of vitality and enthusiasm. By investing in movement,

“Sometimes pressing play and just starting is the hardest part,” says fitness instructor Tanner Courtad in this total-body workout video. “But what you’ll always find out is that you build momentum, and once you have momentum, you just have to maintain it.” A “Bachelorette” alum and the founder of Future Self, Courtad leads this 10-minute

If you’ve ever checked out mentally from the world around you — particularly in a stressful situation — you could have been dissociating. Dissociation occurs when your mind disconnects from your reality, creating the sensation of your consciousness leaving your body. “It’s like taking yourself out of a certain situation and then not being in

Don’t get me wrong, rice and quinoa are great. But if you’re looking to spice up your whole grain game, it’s time that farro enters the chat. Why, you ask? Well, dear reader, the health benefits of farro are off the charts. “Farro is an underrated whole grain,” says Kaytee Hadley, RDN, a functional medicine

Founded in 1965, Gold’s Gym originated as a small gym located in Venice Beach, California. It’s since expanded, with locations now sprawled across the globe. “Storied athletes including Arnold Schwarzenegger, Lou Ferrigno, and Franco Columbu worked out at the original Gold’s Gym in Venice, also known as ‘The Mecca of Bodybuilding,'” a Gold’s Gym representative

Hoka Crew Running Socks ($18) You can always rely on your Hoka shoes for arch support, but if you feel like you can use a bit more of it, you can’t go wrong with a pair of the brand’s running socks, too. Equipped with specially engineered arch support, these running socks are ultra comfortable, especially

If your goal is to build lower body strength, you’re probably already practicing your squats, deadlifts, or hip bridges. But you may be missing out on a simple and super effective exercise — the lateral band walk (sometimes affectionately known as a “monster walk”).What makes the lateral band walk so beneficial? It recruits not just