Fitness

When people are looking to lose weight, they typically want whatever will get them results as fast as possible. In reality, there is no such thing as a quick fix for weight loss. Juice cleanses, strict low-calorie diets, and “detoxes” deliver more hype than actual results. Sure, the scale may go down as you lose

It started innocently enough, with a generous pour of zinfandel over dinner or a refill of sauvignon blanc while bingeing a true crime series after work. But as the weeks of staying at home turned into months (and one glass of wine turned into two or three), I started questioning my relationship with alcohol. I

Right now, comfy workout clothes are our wardrobe essentials, but the temperature’s starting to rise, so we’re starting to cycle out our leggings and sweatpants for some shorts. Is it any real surprise we love the pairs at Lululemon? They’re breathable, easy to wear, and great for sweaty workouts and lounging around the house alike.

Singer-songwriter Lauren Jauregui has long been open about her own mental health, and now she’s channeling that journey into her music in a powerful new way. Jauregui, along with three other musical artists, has partnered with Sound It Out, a national campaign that uses music to help middle school kids and their caregivers have open,

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Finding the perfect pair of leggings on a budget is no easy feat. That’s why we turned to Amazon — the site features tons of great choices with thousands of helpful customer testimonials. To save you time and money, we hunted down the ten best picks with the highest ratings, so all you have to

@lissadoesketo Keto Costco Haul: Snacks Edition #ketocostco #costco #ketosnacks #fyp #ketohaul #keto #ketodiet ♬ original sound – L I S S A ✨💕 The goal of eating keto is to eat a high-fat, low-carb diet to get into a state of ketosis and burn fat. And while living with that few of carbs — only

Getting in shape and losing weight is never easy. Throw a totally dependent newborn into the mix and a body that’s still recovering from childbirth, and it can even seem impossible. Here’s the good news: it’s not. I’m still on my postpartum fitness journey, but I’m incredibly proud of myself for dropping 50 pounds in

You only need 15 minutes for this intense workout inspired by legendary sprinter Usain Bolt. Expect cardio-centric exercises like sprinter starts and broad jumps to elevate your heart rate. This session, led by trainer Gideon Akande, also includes core-centric exercises like crunches and planks for a full-body challenge that will have you feeling like you’re

If you’re like us, you’re still craving the live workout experience and looking for new ways to break a sweat that aren’t the same three routines you did last week. Well, never fear — we’ve got four new live workouts coming at you next week, all free on our Instagram account and YouTube channel. This

I’ve always struggled to work out at home. Between living in a top-floor apartment (sorry, neighbors!) and having limited space for equipment, knocking out a class from my living room just didn’t seem practical. I’d always find myself sprawled out on a yoga mat just in front of the TV stand, craning my neck to

When Noah Centineo asked his Instagram followers if he should “start training again” last summer, the answer was a hard “yes,” right? His abs sure think so! The 24-year-old actor has been getting absolutely shredded in preparation for his role as Atom Smasher in Black Adam, and after doing a deep dive into his workout

As a former competitive swimmer, I live for the Summer Olympics. Swimming and diving are my jam, and while I could probably recite the medal counts of Michael Phelps, Ryan Lochte, and Katie Ledecky backwards and forwards, diving has always been the event that takes my breath away. The accuracy, consistency, grace, and skill that

Looking for a new Peloton community? We’ve got good news: POPSUGAR is creating a brand new Peloton hashtag, #POPSUGARPack, and you’re officially invited to join! (PS: Shoutout to our Instagram audience and the POPSUGAR Workout Club on Facebook for voting on the name.) We’ll get together for workouts, cheer each other on, get just a

One of our favorite new activewear trends is actually something we’ve been wearing for a long time, and are so happy to see them finally get the recognition they deserve. Most people are only used to seeing athletic skirts on a tennis court, but they’re starting to pop up on hiking trails, jogging paths, and

My exercise routine gets a hard edit when I’m PMSing. Whether it’s because of painful cramps or the fact that my energy is totally zapped, I have no interest in the high-energy and intense Peloton classes (courtesy of Jess Sims) that I usually love. But working out is particularly important for my overall mood and

Surfing will make its Olympic debut in Tokyo this summer, so if you want to feel like an expert while watching Games, now is the perfect time to learn how the competition is structured and scored. Fortunately, you don’t need to take any surf lessons to find answers — we’ve got you covered with a

Mechelle Lewis Freeman didn’t plan to become an Olympian. She had dabbled in youth soccer and basketball and didn’t even pick up a pair of spikes until high school. But once she realized she was fast, she never looked back — except, maybe, to check on her competition. When asked why she stuck with track

Whether you’re a regular yogi or not, it’s time to start incorporating restorative yoga poses into your fitness routine. Just like stretching before and after a cardio workout helps your muscles recover, these poses are held for longer to help relax the mind and body. “Restorative yoga provides pause through allowing the nervous system to

I am 30 years old, stand at 5’4″, and weigh 140 pounds. I’m the heaviest weight I’ve ever been, and I’m finally OK with it — because I’m also the strongest and healthiest I’ve ever been. Throughout adulthood, I’ve weighed anywhere between 115 and 135 pounds. While battling bulimia for 10 years, my weight was

You may not think about your glutes very often — especially if you’re new to working out — but they’re one of the most important muscle groups in the body. Your butt muscles help support your core and control the way that your pelvis, hips, and torso move, so they’re a super-important part of your

Probiotics are popping up everywhere — in your moisturizer, in bubbly beverages, and in daily supplements to help keep the vagina healthy. In terms of vaginal health, some experts believe probiotics could be beneficial for those who have had a lot of yeast infections or bacterial vaginosis. So, what about using probiotics to help prevent

If you’re craving a sweat session, look no further. We’ve got three live workouts coming up this week on our @POPSUGARFitness Instagram, including Tabata, HIIT, and yoga, so you’re guaranteed to sweat, stretch, and feel fantastic by the end of the week! Check out the full schedule ahead, and don’t forget to catch up with

Join trainer Lita Lewis for a next-level HIIT session! Inspired by legendary sprinter Usain Bolt’s go-to workout, Lita will lead you through variations of squats and crunches with progressions to keep you challenged. You won’t need any equipment, but Lita will have a Gatorade Zero by her side to stay hydrated during this GOAT-approved workout!

Some menstrual cup users claim they may never turn back to tampons. And when you look at the benefits of using a menstrual cup during your period, you can understand why. For starters, many can be worn for up to 12 hours, as opposed to tampons, which have to be changed every eight hours. They’re

It’s been two years since the best of collegiate gymnastics went head to head in one arena for national titles — and the 2021 NCAA Women’s Gymnastics Championships did not disappoint. It was a close competition (mere tenths of a point separated the first- and second-place teams), but on April 17, the University of Michigan

Period blood can be a bit of a chameleon. Depending on the day of your period, it may be bright red, deep red, or even dark brown and may even smell slightly acidic. But period blood also has the potential to change consistency — sometimes taking the form of small, gel-like blood clots. If you’ve

No matter your age, race, gender identity, or body type, there’s a good chance you’ve looked in the mirror and dealt with some degree of insecurity or poor body image. For me, it became an everyday occurrence: looking at myself was a chore, and my Google search history was plagued with links to obscure weight