Fitness

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. As much as the right workout clothes are a must for all types of exercise, there’s no denying that

Therapy wasn’t always a topic of public conversation, but in the age of memes, TikToks, and hashtags, the idea of going to therapy is finally being normalized. If you’ve decided that you too could benefit from seeing a therapist — and who couldn’t? — but you’re not sure exactly where to start in finding one,

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. Oprah’s Favorite Things 2021 list just dropped, and of course it features some fitness gift ideas we’re already adding

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. There are few things more beautiful than a winter hike. Trekking through freshly fallen snow, overlooking mountains and valleys

While some may view it as one of the more trivial sports of the Winter Olympics, I’ve always found curling fascinating to watch. And after learning just how heavy those curling stones are — the ones Olympians so effortlessly glide across the ice — I’m even more impressed. Because let me tell you, they’re not

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 face it; sports bras can be tough to shop for. They need to be functional and supportive, but

Take a peek at the image above. Can you find the Tempo Move ($495) device? When I was guided into Tempo’s showroom by co-founder and CEO Moawia Eldeeb, he asked me the same question. And, honestly, I couldn’t find it. The original Tempo is about the size of a six-foot-tall bookshelf and costs $2,000 more.

@shantelmsmith the. worst. #foryoupage #fyp #miley #periodcramps #onlywomenunderstand ♬ Twinkle Song – Miley Cyrus If you suffer from cramps during your period, you know how unexpected and excruciating they can be. We’re talking a knot in your stomach so severe that you might struggle to even get out of bed. However, a video from TikTok

As a lot of young kids did, I took ballet classes from my toddler years until I graduated college with a degree in dance (focusing mostly on contemporary dance). From ages 15-21 I also taught ballet to toddlers and teens. I’ve never wanted to become a professional ballerina, however, I’ve always appreciated the technique and

In July, the Norwegian women’s beach handball team drew international attention when the athletes refused to wear the sport’s mandatory bikini uniforms — and were fined as a result. Months later, their bravery has paid off. Per a change in the International Handball Federation rule book, women will now be required to wear fitted shorts

Since you eat very low-carb on the keto diet (it’s also a high-fat, moderate-protein diet), you may be curious about certain starchy vegetables and legumes. But if you’re feeling a little discouraged by everything you can’t eat on the keto diet, here’s a bit of good news: green beans get the green light. While green

If you’re looking for new workouts to do this week, we’ve got you covered. We have three brand new routines dropping on our Instagram Live, with no equipment required to work up a major sweat. Check out the full schedule below and we’ll see you there! (PS: catch up with our previous live workouts for

My daily workout routine consists of many different forms of movement, from walking my dog to strength training to yoga and beyond. So when I shop for leggings, I try to choose styles that are versatile and can be worn during all of my go-to workouts. I love every item that I’ve purchased, but they

You can’t scroll through Instagram without seeing someone curled up under a weighted blanket. If you’ve wondered if these bead- or pellet-filled wonders live up to the hype, you’re not alone — but there’s actually quite a bit of science behind why they work, especially for people with anxiety. A weighted blanket is exactly what

You either love pumpkin-flavored everything or you don’t. If you’re on the keto diet and you’ve been craving a Pumpkin Cream Cold Brew from Starbucks but want to avoid the 31 grams of sugar and 31 grams of carbs, some clever Instagrammers figured out how to make your drink keto-approved. See the simple orders ahead,

Alpine skiing is the bread and butter of the Winter Olympics. For those who aren’t familiar with the winter sport, it consists of six events: downhill, slalom, giant slalom, super-G, combined, and mixed team parallel slalom. According to the official Olympic website, alpine skiing — which at the time was only the combined event —

You might think that someone who runs as much as Mellie does is all about cardio, all the time; however, she said balance is the key to a workout routine that’s sustainable. She usually alternates between cardio like cycling or running, strength training, and active recovery like a long walk or yoga session. Just as

Snowboarding is always one of the most exciting Olympic events, and the competition at the 2022 Winter Olympics in Beijing promises to be just as thrilling as ever. More than 200 athletes are set to compete across 11 different events, including mixed team snowboard cross, which is making its Olympic debut. These events are spread

TikTok boasts more than one billion users globally and publishes some of the most helpful content on social media, whether you’re looking for a new workout to lose weight or learning about lesser-known symptoms of depression. One TikTok creator that has really gained a loyal following is Kojo Sarfo, DNP, known as @dr.kojosarfo on TikTok.

Over the past few years, it’s become common for people to throw around the phrase “triggered” as a joke or an insult when they feel someone is being “too sensitive.” But what many don’t know is that it’s a mental health term that’s commonly used by therapists and psychiatrists, typically when discussing patients who have

Move over, blueberry muffins and banana bread! Starbucks has more add-ons to offer with your morning cup of joe, in case you haven’t already noticed. Best of all for Starbucks fans are breakfast sandwiches (who doesn’t love a breakfast sandwich?!). One of my fellow POPSUGAR editors said her personal favorite is the reduced-fat turkey bacon,

When practiced regularly and correctly, Pilates can create stability, refine your posture, and improve your flexibility. Plus, it’s a killer way to engage your abs. At times, you might feel like your core is on actually on fire — in a good way! Unlike high-intensity cardio, Pilates challenges you to focus on slow, low-impact exercises

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. Leggings and workout equipment aren’t the only kinds of gifts you can give to people who love to work

When the 2022 Winter Olympics kick off in Beijing, they’ll be home to 11 separate snowboarding events: five different disciplines for both men and women, and one mixed-team event. Each of these events — big air, slopestyle, parallel giant slalom, halfpipe, and snowboard cross — require different techniques and skill sets. They also have unique

On Oct. 21, Leanne Wong won all-around silver in her very first senior World Artistic Gymnastics Championships, and she scored just about three-tenths behind winner Angelina Melnikova from the Russian Gymnastics Federation. You can find a recap of that competition here, but know that the 18-year-old remained in second place after the second rotation, and

Ready to sweat and work your muscles? We’ve got three live workouts coming up this week to make it happen. Tune in to POPSUGAR Fitness’s Instagram and YouTube channel for a standing ab workout and two low-impact routines that’ll get your heart rate up without pounding your joints (or waking up your downstairs neighbors), all

Anyone who chooses to run 50 miles must be deeply motivated — it’s a requirement if you’ve decided to push your body to the limit in that way. For soil microbiologist Lydia Jennings, PhD, the inspiration to complete a 50-mile solo run came from a place that went beyond the selfish or the personal —

The finals of the 2021 World Artistic Gymnastics Championships kicked off in Kitakyushu, Japan, and so far it’s been nothing but medals for Team USA. Four women and six men participated in qualifications, then two women — Kayla DiCello and Leanne Wong — and four men — Yul Moldauer, Brody Malone, Stephen Nedoroscik, and Alec