Fitness

I’ve been relying on what I like to call “the doorframe method” to relieve muscle soreness. You know, when you use the corner of an entryway to target that knot that won’t quit? Is it cost-effective? Yes — that’s its main attraction. Does it reach all of my problem areas? Not even close. The reality

If you’re eating low-carb, it’s only natural for cravings to set in from time to time. For us, it’s all about pasta. Cacio e Pepe, Bolognese, pesto — you name it, we’ll eat it. But, hold on to your hats, because we found seven pastas that are decidedly low-carb. Whether you’re watching your total carb

No matter how magnetic the connection between you and your partner, experiencing pain or discomfort during or after sex can take a lot of the fun out of your sex life. While waves of tenderness like cramps are usually tolerable, it’s important to understand why you might experience them, how you can find relief from

I get it. Cardio isn’t for everyone. I’ve heard it just about every time I tell someone I run marathons: “Oh, cardio just isn’t my thing.” And although I’ll never force anyone to go on a run, I will encourage everyone to embrace cardio from time to time. Although donning the latest running gear like

Endurance is kind of my thing. As a marathon runner, I’ve come to love workouts that can go the distance — yep, I’m going for that pun. But with most of the races that typically keep my endurance up canceled, I’ve found myself in need of a little boost. Sure, I’ve still been lacing up

Calling all those who are young, scrappy, and hungry for a sweat session: you’ll definitely want to add this Hamilton-themed dance workout video to your at-home exercise rotation. Created by fitness YouTuber Kyra Provost, the 20-minute routine features five songs from the beloved Broadway musical soundtrack, including “Alexander Hamilton,” “My Shot,” “You’ll Be Back,” “The

If your foot’s entire sole comes in contact with the floor while standing, you could have what’s called flat feet, says Miguel Cunha, DPM, board-certified podiatric surgeon and founder of Gotham Footcare in New York City. Years of wear and tear from underdeveloped arches or arches affected by injuries or natural aging can put constant

We’re always on the hunt for great new workout clothes that are sweat-wicking, comfortable, versatile, and easy to style. There’s nothing more annoying than realizing you wore your barre leggings for a HIIT session, so we like it when clothes can take us anywhere we need to go. Plus, we want functional athletic wear, but

When a doctor first confirmed that I had symptoms of COVID-19, I was a nervous wreck. My husband Nathan and I live in a small, one-bedroom apartment in New York, and I had been coughing — at times, violently — for a couple days, though I tried to keep my distance and always buried my

Mental health conditions can impact anyone’s well-being, but research has shown that Black adults are more likely to report persistent symptoms of emotional distress. Additionally, African Americans and Latinx people are more likely than white people to be at-risk for depressive disorder, higher levels of allostatic load (wear and tear on the body due to

HIIT, yoga, low-impact strength, power and mobility: if you’re up for any of these workouts, you’re in luck — we’ve got all of them (and more) coming up this week on Instagram Live via @popsugarfitness. Join in on Monday for a 15-minute full-body workout, come on Tuesday for toning, hit power and mobility on Thursday,

Exercise does a body good, but if you don’t stretch properly, it can leave you feeling sore. Tight hips or hamstrings, back pain, or an achy chest and shoulders aren’t just problematic for future workouts, they can make everyday movements like sitting in a desk chair downright uncomfortable. And if not fixed, over time this

Kayaking can be such a serene summer activity — the sights and sounds of the rippling water and the warm sunshine touching down on my shoulders transport me to a much calmer state. On the flip side, kayaking is also really, really challenging. The constant paddling to propel the boat through the water makes my

I’ve told a number of people recently that I found the best workout tights with pockets. Sometimes using words like “best” and “perfect” can be tricky to justify when you’re explaining an opinion, so I thought it would be important to break down what attributes of these tights earn them a favored title. I’ve been

History was made on July 12 when Stephanie Travers, a Petronas trackside fluid engineer, became the first Black woman to stand on a Formula 1 podium. Driver Lewis Hamilton brought her up to the podium following his win at the Styrian Grand Prix in Austria and later highlighted her achievement in a powerful Instagram post

Doing squats can be daunting if you tend to experience knee pain in your workout routine — but don’t write off the move just yet. According to fitness expert and ACSM-certified trainer John Ford, the squat motion is worked into everyday life — even outside of exercise. “The good and the bad of the situation

Karim Salmen, a 23-year-old TikToker, is giving a firsthand look at what his COVID-19 experience has been like the past eight days, warning in his latest post that “this virus is not a joke.” Salmen, who was hospitalized on July 9 and then tested positive for coronavirus a few days later, has been documenting the

Finding a therapist who is accepting new clients, is someone you click with, and within your budget is rare but not impossible. It can take a lot of time to find someone who meets all the criteria on your list (and we definitely don’t recommend settling for just anyone), and therapists are aware of that.

My morning runs aren’t always cathartic — in fact, sometimes I arrive home feeling worse than I did before taking off down the sidewalk. Whether I’m feeling sluggish and tired, or my anxiety is getting the best of me, feeling relaxed while running has proved to be challenging — and this experience is definitely more

It’s not too tough to figure out a good bodyweight workout for cardio, abs, or even lower body (squats and lunges are tough even without weights!), but it’s trickier when you want to target your arms. Sure, you can always knock out a few sets of push-ups, but how else can you get an upper

Mary Anne Spier was a social anxiety icon for me even before I knew what social anxiety was. I found the timid middle schooler deeply relatable as I navigated my own queasiness when meeting new people when I was younger. Watching Netflix’s adaptation of The Baby-Sitters Club, I reconnected with this character as Malia Baker

I’m not sure what it is, perhaps its something to do with the city life, but as soon as I moved to San Francisco, I got into cycling. Maybe it was all the talk about SoulCycle or the city-dwellers discussing their latest Peloton purchases, but I immediately became fond of it. So much so that

While bodyweight exercises have tons of benefits, it’s easy to get push-up or burpee fatigue and throw in the towel completely on strength training. But with resistance bands, you can use your body weight without getting on the mat and still choose moves that target specific muscle groups. For example, if you want to tone

The conversation surrounding diversity and inclusion in health and wellness comes up periodically without any transformative change within the $4.5 trillion dollar industry. It’s evident that wellness is predominately marketed towards white people and is often seen as an exclusive luxury. Although the health and wellness industry isn’t reflective of the various lifestyles, cultures, races,