Fitness

Mustering up the energy to work out isn’t always easy. Take it from me: I genuinely love getting my sweat on — so much so that I typically work out twice in one day (a run in the morning followed by a strength or HIIT session in the afternoon). But am I jumping out of

When it comes to getting healthier and toning up your body, one of the most popular of the countless options out there right now is intermittent fasting. Intermittent fasting includes several different approaches to choose from, but most involve eating for only a short period of time during the day and/or limiting the amount of

Figure skating is always one of the marquee events at the Winter Olympics, but it’s also one of the most complicated to follow. The scoring system for figure skating is complex, with athletes being evaluated on both the difficulty of the elements they perform and how well those elements are executed. If you enjoy watching

If you’re looking to lose weight, oatmeal is one of the best foods you can eat. Studies show that eating whole grains such as oats, which are packed with nutrients and complex carbs, can make you feel fuller for longer. Keep reading to learn why nutritionists say oatmeal is good for weight loss, and for

One of the biggest storylines heading into the 2022 Winter Olympics is figure skater Nathan Chen, who will be looking for a bit of redemption after finishing just off the podium in the Olympic men’s singles event in 2018. Over the past four years, Chen has been nearly unbeaten, winning six consecutive national titles and

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Brie Larson has long been one of our fitness inspirations for the way she constantly and creatively challenges her body. The “Captain Marvel” star’s push-up variations, pull-up holds, and superhero ab workouts are not for the faint of heart. But even when she pushes her body to the extreme, Larson keeps her priorities straight: she’s

Bouts of stress and anxiety sneak up on all of us, but this year, I’ve made it my mission not to let them beat me down. When I start to feel panicked, I try to take inventory of the situation and focus on gaining perspective. It might sound counterintuitive, but I’ve discovered that the easiest

I’ve been practicing yoga for 11 years now, six of which I’ve spent as a teacher. In my experience, people who are new to yoga have trouble stabilizing their muscles to find balance even when both of their feet are on the ground. Cueing a student to engage their core and them actually feeling that

There are so many reasons to love cycling. You can do it indoors or outdoors, at home or at the gym. It’s also low-impact, making it easier on achy joints, and of course, it burns calories! But if you’re someone who uses cycling as your go-to workout — or you’re considering adding it to your

When Nia Dennis graduated from UCLA last spring, she knew she still had some gymnastics opportunities ahead of her, namely the Gold Over America Tour with a rockstar roster of world-class gymnasts, many of whom she grew up competing against. There was also an electric, flip-filled appearance on the 2021 Met Gala steps (no big

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. I do not believe in magic pills that will cure all your ailments, and I find that so many

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. Any runner knows that when you find the right shoes, you’re halfway to a great workout. If you’ve 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. 2 We like to consider ourselves relatively healthy individuals, but we can admit that sometimes, a little help is

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. Ask any woman who works out about sports bras, and be prepared for a short monologue about her favorite

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’re excited to take on the mountains and go skiing this year. Different slopes have adapted to social distancing

Activist Drew Pavlou hopes to raise enough money to print 1,000 shirts posing the question “Where is Peng Shuai?” with the intent of handing them out for free at the 2022 Australian Open women’s singles final. Concerns about Peng, a tennis player representing China, remain — she disappeared from the public eye last fall after

Noticing a new bump or growth near the vagina, around the external genital area or on the groin, can be stressful — and understandably so. Instead of falling down the rarely helpful rabbit hole of googling symptoms, consider reaching out to your healthcare provider for an examination. A bump near the genital region could be

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 humans, it’s essential we drink water to survive, but it’s tough to stay hydrated on the go. While

Vaginal yeast infections are unpleasant, to say the least. The most common symptoms of a yeast infection are itching, burning, and a white discharge that’s often compared to cottage cheese. According to Tejumola Adegoke, MD MPH, assistant professor of obstetrics and gynecology at the Boston University School of Medicine, some people also experience swelling and