Fitness

Rowing is an efficient way to burn calories, as well as build strong and defined muscles — but is it enough to help you shed stubborn belly fat, compared to other forms of cardio like running? The short answer is yes. “Rowing is a great low-impact option if you cannot run because it also offers

I don’t remember exactly what happened, but one of my elementary school birthday parties started with me crying in a cowgirl costume. There are pictures, because my parents were sadistic like that. We were in the backyard with the neighbors and I was off to one side in the grass, pouting under a jauntily-askew cowgirl

When Fall hits, it’s time to say goodbye to our beloved outdoor workouts and take things inside. Or is it? Sometimes, the crisp air feels really refreshing, so all you need is the right gear to continue your outdoor workouts. Plus, as much as we love the gym, it can be nice to take a

We’ve learned through years and years of working out that sometimes, low-impact exercises can give you the most high-impact results. That’s why we love yoga and barre class. Aside from making us feel more zen and centered, the exercises also help us achieve those long, lean lines we’re after. It’s something we can do at

In my 20 years of teaching yoga, using a wall has been one of my favorite props. I find using a wall can help students get deeper into stretches because the wall offers resistance you can’t get on your own. To increase side-to-side mobility in the spine, a seated spinal twist feels good, but try

We like to consider ourselves relatively healthy individuals, but we can admit that sometimes, a little help is appreciated. It can be tough to stick to our goals, and we’re fans of anything that will keep us accountable. Yes, you can make workout dates with friends or prep lunches in advance, but if your friend

If there’s a workout enthusiast in your life, you’re in luck — holiday shopping just got a whole lot easier. Fortunately, the gift of fitness doesn’t need to cost a fortune. From products for the dedicated boot-toting camper to the weekend warrior, we found 20 gifts that are sure to come in handy. And the

As much as I love workout videos, there comes a point when your old favorite gets a little repetitive. And look, I’ve been known to follow the same videos for years on end; looking at you, Insanity and Jake DuPree from Class FitSugar. But even when the workouts themselves were still challenging, at some point

It can be difficult to know what’s normal and what’s not when it comes to your period. Is it possible to bleed too much or even too little? How long should your period last, and is it a problem if it hangs around longer? Here’s what I can tell you as a practicing ob-gyn: menses

If you’re obsessed with working out and celebrating the holidays, it’s time to make that known to the world with these fitness-inspired ugly sweaters. Santa knows you’re on the nice list, so treat yourself before the holiday madness starts and throw these into your Amazon cart ASAP. Although many of these items are in men’s

There’s a reason so many people lose weight on a low-carb diet, including shedding stubborn belly fat. “Those who eat high-carbohydrate diets, particularly diets high in processed, simple carbs, are prone to fat accumulation around the abdominal region,” Gabby Geerts, a registered dietitian at Green Chef, told POPSUGAR. So, while you can’t specifically target belly

Protein bars are the gifts that keep on giving, at least for me; they’re the presents I give myself during my workdays for fuel or after my workouts to help my muscles recover. And, there’s nothing better than bars that tip their hats to the changing seasons and familiar, almost whimsical feeling of home, especially

Growing up, my mom used to make these zucchini chocolate chip cookies that my friends couldn’t help commenting on. “Zucchini? In a cookie?!” It had turned me off at first too. In my mind, vegetables and sweets did not belong in the same sentence, let alone the same mixing bowl. Then I tried them. You

If you’re trying to lose belly fat, you’re probably paying more attention to your diet, working to get more exercise, and cutting down on sugar. But one of the things that can hinder your progress most is skipping breakfast. “They don’t call it break-fast for nothing; you are really breaking a fast,” Libby Mills, MS,

Simone Biles is already known as the GOAT in the gymnastics world, but I wasn’t prepared for the badassery she brought to the baseball field. The 22-year-old Olympic athlete threw the first pitch at game two of the World Series between the Houston Astros and the Washington Nationals on Oct. 23, and she added her

Talking about sex and sexual health is often a taboo topic, but there’s nothing wrong with educating yourself about sex if you plan on being sexually active or if you are already sexually active. Open conversations about sex are necessary to help prevent the transmission of sexually transmitted diseases and to provide people with information

Upper-body strength has never been my strong suit, so I get excited about doing exercises that really feel like they’re challenging my arms, shoulders, and back, especially when it’s kind of unexpected. The braveheart, a move from Beachbody’s new Morning Meltdown 100 program, definitely fell in that category. When trainer Jericho McMatthews demoed the move

If you’re looking for a little inspiration to get yourself to the gym, look no further than actress Storm Reid. The star of A Wrinkle in Time and Euphoria regularly posts short videos of her workouts, and we’re honestly super impressed every time. Storm mixes things up in the gym, striking a balance between cardio

When it came to changing her lifestyle habits, Jo Jones said that she’s had a series of “starts and stops” over her 38 years. But the Milwaukee, WI, resident finally wanted to stick with these changes after a diagnosis from her doctor. “The thing that really got me into gear this time is I was

Tom Brady is in his 20th NFL season, and in order to perform at his best he’s got to put in work during his training sessions, fuel his body properly, and make sure that he’s doing recovery work. To stay at the top of his game, Tom trains with Alex Guerrero, the co-founder of TB12,

There’s no reason you can’t enjoy some pumpkin-spice-flavored goodness on a low-carb diet. While you might have to pass on a PSL, pumpkin itself is moderately low-carb — and when it comes to baked goods like pumpkin breads and muffins, low-carb sweeteners and flours are all you need to indulge in that yummy flavor without

For months I had been battling horrible anxiety, and I couldn’t figure out why. I was a stay-at-home mom, and while parenting is quite possibly the most stressful job on the planet, I couldn’t quite pinpoint why I felt the way I did. Our family wasn’t struggling financially. We had moved to a city we

One of my favorite ways to challenge myself in fitness is to try an exercise that makes me think, “How am I supposed to do that?” It’s so satisfying to find a move that’s out of your comfort zone, put in the time and effort to do it right, and finally crush it. For an

Carbs aren’t the only cause of belly fat, but if you eat a lot of them, they can certainly play a role. “If you eat any type of macronutrient in excess, you will gain weight,” Robert Milanes, MD, founder of Luminary MD in Irvine, CA, told POPSUGAR. Still, the way carbs are digested makes them