Fitness

Photo: American sprinters Tommie Smith (center) and John Carlos (right) demonstrating during the men’s 200-meter medal ceremony at the 1968 Olympic Games. On March 30, the US Olympic and Paralympic Committee (USOPC) announced participant rules for anyone wanting to demonstrate during the US Olympic and Paralympic trials, stating once again that the committee will not

As someone with a lifelong fear of heights, I pulled myself together to take a yoga class with Equinox at 6:30am, 101 stories above New York City at the Edge in Hudson Yards, the highest outdoor sky deck in the Western Hemisphere. For some reason, upon hearing about this class, I thought it would be

I’ve been having a great night of sleep when I wear an eye mask to block out light and earplugs to block out noise. I honestly didn’t think my sleep could be improved, until I tried out this Honeydew Side Sleeper Pillow ($100). I was skeptical that a pillow could make a difference, but after

Recovery post-workout can be a few stretches in a corner, but wouldn’t you rather have access a full-service spa? Then you might want to sign up for a membership at a health club spa. These wellness destinations house fitness centers, group classes, dining areas, full-service spas, and some even have coworking spaces. With so much

I know it’s a bad habit, but I definitely don’t always change my clothes immediately after a sweaty workout. My schedule has been packed with errands, work obligations, and events recently, so sometimes a shower between an at-home cycling class and a trip to the grocery store (then the dry cleaners and the bank) doesn’t

In March 2020, when New Yorkers could not go to gyms, I realized that I had to bring the gym to my apartment. In doing so, I realized just how expensive equipment can be. Thankfully, after some internet digging, I’ve found some options for inexpensive equipment including the following hand weights. If you’re choosing to

Nike is standing with sprinter Sha’Carri Richardson after she tested positive for marijuana. On Friday, the United States Anti-Doping Agency announced the positive test and Richardson accepted a one-month suspension. She won the 100-meter race at the Olympic Trials last month and was set to head to Tokyo in a few weeks. Richardson has been

Getting cramps when you’re not expecting your period can feel a little confusing, but it’s not necessarily out of the ordinary. In fact, that discomfort you’re feeling in your abdomen might be a sign you’re at the ovulation stage of your menstrual cycle. According to Marco Mouanness, MD, an ob-gyn and fertility expert at the

Image Source: Getty / Patrick Smith Sprinter Sha’Carri Richardson, 21, who won the 100-meter race at the Olympic Trials last month, has tested positive for marijuana. The United States Anti-Doping Agency announced the positive test on Friday morning, and Richardson has accepted a one-month suspension. Her ineligibility began on June 28. According to the USADA,

Veggies are the one of the best foods you can eat for weight loss because they’re low in calorie density, which means they have fewer calories per pound compared to other foods. POPSUGAR spoke to registered dietitians Kate Coufal, MS, RDN and Lonielle Freeman, RDN, to ask whether it makes a difference if your veggies

With the 2021 Olympics on the horizon and Olympic qualifications in full swing all over the world, we’re having the best time tracking our favorite athletes and finding new up-and-comers to fall in love with. Simone Biles is leaning into her GOAT status, sporting more incredible skills than ever, and will be surrounded by talented

We get it: the whole “put your phone away 30 minutes before going to bed” thing is easier said than done. When, if not at 1 a.m.. are you going to have the nerve to lurk your ex’s new fling?! Or, fall down that UFO sighting rabbit hole you didn’t have time to research during

Cycling is a fun, versatile workout that has always been popular, but in recent years, it’s become somewhat of a phenomenon, especially with the adoption of at-home bikes like the Peloton. Everyone’s goals are different, but if you’ve started cycling in hopes of losing weight — as so many people do — you may be

Simone Biles makes gymnastics, a sport known for its four-inch beam and gravity-defying tumbling, look easy. Her eight-year all-around winning streak continues, and that alone — and the fact that she is the most decorated gymnast in World Championship history — classifies her as the GOAT. On top of that, and many more records, she

Selena Gomez is giving a glimpse into her at-home workout routine. On Tuesday, the Only Murders in the Building actress posted a TikTok sharing what bits and pieces of her exercise regimen look like these days. “Feeling great . . . but also 😅,” she captioned the video clip. Gomez appears to be training with

For day nine of Sweat’s Two Weeks to Strong Workout Plan, NASM-certified personal trainer Britany Williams will guide you through a barre workout burner that’s all about push-ups and the plank position. (If at any time you need to modify the plank portions of the session, you can come down to your knees, she said.)

MyKayla Skinner is officially going to the Tokyo Olympics this summer as an individual gymnast. To recap, there were four US women’s artistic gymnastics team spots up for grabs along with two separate spots reserved for athletes who will not be vying for a team gold but will compete, instead, for spots in the Olympic

QUESTION: I wake up with racing thoughts in the middle of the night. What are some ways to calm down quickly? DR. JESS: What I recommend people do is a bit of grounding, and there are so many different ways that people can practice grounding techniques. If you’re waking up with racing thoughts, sit up

Serena Williams is taking a break from competing in the Olympic Games. On June 27, the tennis pro confirmed she will be skipping the competition in Tokyo this year. She told reporters before the 2021 Wimbledon Championships began, “I’m actually not on the Olympic list . . . not that I’m aware of. And if

When Bellicon sent me a mini trampoline to try out, I had no idea how much fun it would be. I never would have considered this for regular workouts, but after trying it, I’m hooked. Keep reading to learn all about what makes this piece of equipment so different from all the other pieces of

If you have a friend or family member who is attempting to get pregnant, you may have once heard them mention that they’re tracking their ovulation cycle. In this circumstance, they might be trying to plan the ideal time to have sex (i.e. when they’re ovulating) in order to fertilize an egg and conceive. However,

It feels like the US Women’s National Soccer Team (USWNT) qualified for the Tokyo 2020 Olympics approximately ten years ago (it was last March, which, same thing), but the time has finally come to reveal their 2021 game schedule for the rescheduled Games! The USWNT are in Group G, which is a tough one: they’ll

I have mild cerebral palsy that affects my left arm and leg, which isn’t necessarily uncommon. What’s far less typical about my experience with cerebral palsy, though, is that I don’t fit neatly into others’ expectations of what someone with cerebral palsy is “supposed to” look like. I don’t use mobility aids or walk with

Beach volleyball player April Ross made her Olympic debut at the 2012 London Summer Games, but she’s been bumping, setting, and spiking for more than 20 years. During her time at the University of Southern California, Ross led the women’s indoor volleyball team to back-to-back National Championship titles, while also training with the indoor US

“I’ll come to you,” she said before we hung up. After getting lost in St. Louis on the way to my friend’s house — a city that always causes me to feel uneasy anyway, thanks to past trauma — I was lucky enough to find a gas station where a friendly worker let me borrow

Anytime I’m headed to the beach, pool, or anywhere my skin may be exposed to sunlight for a long period of time, I always make sure to put on sunblock before walking out the door. While I know there are benefits to getting some sun — namely, that sunlight triggers the body to produce vitamin

On Go Skateboarding Day, June 21, in Los Angeles, USA Skateboarding announced the 12 skaters headed to Tokyo to compete in the Olympics for the very first time. The skaters rolled up to the USA Skateboarding press conference in style as they donned Nike’s Team USA skateboarding uniforms. During the press conference, each skater shared

The Tokyo Olympics will take place this summer after a year-long postponement, and as vaccinations continue to roll out worldwide, there are many questions. According to a plan mapped out by the International Olympic Committee (IOC), the International Paralympic Committee (IPC), the committee in charge of organizing Tokyo 2020, as well as the Tokyo and