Fitness

Ready for a new workout? Good news: we have four of them coming your way this week as we keep our Instagram Live workouts on @popsugarfitness going. Tune in for no-equipment cardio and low-impact strength sessions, plus a donation-based boxing workout led by Deja Riley to benefit the American Civil Liberties Union. And if you

You either love them or you hate them, but either way, if you’ve ever done a workout in your life or attended a high school gym class, you’ve done a crunch or two in your day. And there’s no doubt there are benefits to the tried-and-true exercise. “Most people tend to forget about this, but

There’s nothing like Warrior 1 to remind me of my unceasing shoulder tension and tightness. As I lift my arms into the air and settle into the position, all I can ever think about is the relief I’ll feel when I finally get to drop my arms — because, quite, frankly, it feels like I’m

Simone Biles has spoken before about her reaction to the Olympics being postponed: tears, then acceptance that it was the right decision, according to a Today show interview in April. In a MasterClass livestream on June 24, she went into even more detail about the pandemic’s effect on her training and mindset. “In the beginning

The Jonas Brothers — in all their different permutations — have been on our playlists for a long time. One thing we didn’t know we needed? A Zumba-inspired dance cardio workout featuring songs from all of those groups: the original three-brothers lineup, Nick Jonas‘s solo songs, and Joe Jonas‘s band, DNCE. Here to give it

Image Source: Courtesy of Hannah Bailey Leo Baker is a seven-time X Games medalist, the fifth-ranked street skateboarder in the world, and became one of the youngest skaters ever to medal at the X Games in 2006. But dominating the women’s division for years made Baker’s journey to embracing themselves as a nonbinary person and

For the third of American adults who report getting insufficient sleep, a natural sleep aid like melatonin may sound appealing. After all, it can be bought over the counter and isn’t associated with the addictive qualities or potentially risky side effects of other sleep medications. Now, melatonin is available in a variety of forms, including

Rachael Denhollander speaks during Larry Nassar’s sentencing phase in Ingham County Circuit Court on Jan. 24, 2018. Rachael Denhollander opened her laptop on Aug. 4, 2016, and saw an article trending on Facebook that changed everything. It was Indianapolis Star‘s initial investigation into USA Gymnastics’s (USAG) failure to properly report claims of sexual assault made

It’s normal to feel nervous or anxious attending therapy for the first few times — but if those uncomfortable feelings don’t go away or worsen over time, it could be a sign that you haven’t found the right therapist. “If, after the third session, you continue to experience discomfort with the therapist, that’s a good

There are mixed feelings about workout shorts, but we’re firmly pro, and here’s why. Especially when it’s hot outside, it feels so freeing to be able to really move your legs. Plus, you don’t have to worry about them falling down in the same way that you do leggings, and they look so cute on!

I used to resist my need for blocks in yoga classes. Even though all of my instructors encouraged the use of props, I couldn’t help but feel weak compared to those doing Standing Split without a yoga block — or any wobbling. For the record, my instructors also discouraged me from comparing my practice to

Resistance bands are as low-maintenance of a workout tool as it gets: they’re lightweight, easy to store and travel with, cost-effective, and can target all muscle groups. Match them with free home fitness videos for all occasions, skill levels, and timelines — and all you need to do is show up and shed some sweat.

In our opinion, it’s always a good time for a workout, but you need a great pair of sneakers if you want to truly conquer your fitness goals. We’ve always loved Nike’s footwear because they perform well no matter what activity you choose and they look good doing it. Just because we want solid footwear

Organizers announced on June 24 that the New York City Marathon, the world’s largest marathon, has been canceled due to concerns over the spread of coronavirus. “Canceling this year’s TCS New York City Marathon is incredibly disappointing for everyone involved,” said Michael Capiraso, president and CEO of New York Road Runners, in a statement. “But

I’ve turned to ginger to help soothe my horrible period cramps, and I’ve limited my dairy intake to ease my sinus congestion. Simply put: I’m all for using food as medicine to prevent and manage aches, pains, and annoying ailments. While I’m very thankful I don’t suffer from any serious joint issues, I do deal

The Centers For Disease Control and Prevention is recalling three bagged salad mixes that may be linked to a Cyclospora outbreak in the Midwest, the agency announced on June 23. Cyclospora, a parasite that affects the intestinal tract, can cause diarrhea, nausea, cramping, and loss of appetite in infected people. (Here’s the full list of

Madison Bailey is speaking up about living with borderline personality disorder (BPD). The Outer Banks star recently sat down with Entertainment Tonight for an interview about her experience with coming out as pansexual, and after discussing her new relationship with UNC basketball player Mariah Linney, she got on the topic of having BPD. Around the

We know we should love and accept our bodies as they are, take care of our physical and mental health, and that who we are is infinitely more important than what we look like, but it’s a lot easier said than done. Diet culture, the media, and even our our insecurities get in the way

The benefits of having strong abs go beyond aesthetics — your core is essential to good posture, the ability to work out without injuries, and so much more. Fortunately, there’s no shortage of ab workouts on YouTube to help you maintain that strength. And while you can find workouts as short as five minutes, if

High school is challenging for just about everyone, but my worries went beyond typical stresses like braces and breakouts. When I was about 15 years old, I began to develop severe acne on my face and back. Then one day while I was swimming with friends, one of them pointed out the “beard” on my

It’s not often you get 150 Olympic medals on one conference call. #ESPYS pic.twitter.com/xXS5k0Ro9o — ESPYS (@ESPYS) June 22, 2020 Keegan-Michael Key, comedian, actor, and man who misses sports as much as the rest of us, got three-and-a-half minutes for an ESPYs skit and crammed into it as many Olympic athletes — and medals —

The current wave of protests following the killing of George Floyd, Breonna Taylor, Tony McDade, and so many others has been an urgent and much-needed push for change. On a personal level, and especially when it comes to mental health, it can be empowering to experience this sense of unity. But the constant flow of

As of recently, I’ve felt inspired to try new workouts, sign up for new online classes, and compete in at-home fitness challenges. One of the challenges I agreed to do was Barry’s Bootcamp’s #SocialFitnessing challenge, for which I signed up to take 20 HIIT classes in 30 days. Although I learned a lot from taking

If you’ve been thinking about trying yoga, but you’re a little intimidated after scrolling through Instagram and seeing people post photos of themselves balancing on their hands or sitting with their legs behind their heads, don’t stress. As a yoga instructor, I’m here to ease your anxiety. This is a list of the most basic