Fitness

After getting a henna tattoo to celebrate my growing belly bump a few years ago, one person commented, “Oh, how beautiful, but isn’t that bad for your baby?” I felt like being snippy and saying, “Yes, of course, it’s bad for my baby. I like to do harmful things to my unborn child.” But instead

If the rec center was a major selling point during your tour of your college campus, but you find that you’re not making it there as often as you thought, go ahead and cut yourself some slack. The truth is, it takes little to no space to get in a good workout, and this four-week

As fun as it is to wrap up a big, pretty box full of leggings or sneakers, sometimes the old adage is true when it comes to holiday gifts: good things come in small packages. Behold the best stocking stuffers for the friend in your life who loves to work out. Whether they’re a runner,

When it comes to staying connected to your body, it’s important to know a bit about the connective tissues that help hold you together. It’s easy to confuse tendons and ligaments, but these two connective tissues are not the same thing and actually perform different functions for the body. Here’s what you need to know.

I’ve lived with migraines since I was very young. For about 20 years now, I’ve dealt with every single symptom that comes along with them. The unbearable, throbbing pain. The aching of my neck, jaw, and temples. The nausea, sensitivity to light, dizziness, and aura. You name it, I’ve experienced it. When I was officially

Fitness trackers are a dime a dozen these days, but finding one that actually fits your style is a hard task. This holiday, throw out that clunky old one and treat yourself (or someone else) to a pretty tracker worth showing off. To make shopping easier, we curated a list of functional and cute choices,

Smoothies are one of the easiest breakfasts you can make. But if you’re trying to get leaner, registered dietitian Leslie Langevin, MS, author of The Anti-Inflammatory Kitchen Cookbook told POPSUGAR, “an all-fruit smoothie wouldn’t be the best idea, since it’s a large dose of sugar coming at you at one time with not a lot

Ashley Graham just launched a fitness YouTube series called “Thank Bod,” and the supermodel — who is expecting her first child with husband Justin Ervin — is starting things off with a bang: one glute workout and one cardio workout, both created by her trainer Kira Stokes. Each workout keeps things simple and effective with

It’s easy to feel like you have to ditch dessert completely when you’re following a low-carb diet, especially if it’s a stricter plan like keto, which encourages dieters to avoid sugar. But there are tons of recipes that swap in low-carb, Paleo, or keto-friendly ingredients to serve up the same delicious flavors as other cookies,

I don’t care if you have visible abs or not, but I do care that you have a strong core. Why? Because in my opinion, a strong core is the root to all movement. You core helps you stand tall, it keeps you from tipping over to the side as you carry all your groceries

I started running when I lost my grandma earlier this year. She had Stage 7 Alzheimer’s, and though my yiayia was no longer the same person I had known my entire life, we settled into a new normal. We were always there for each other, and when she lost her voice, it was my turn

When the temperature dips, we don’t just pull out our puffer coats: we also pull out our yoga pants. The athleisure staple isn’t just for flowing on your own, either: it’s also for grocery store runs, cozy nights in, and everything in between. Yoga pants should be flexible, opaque enough so that you feel confident

I always hear trainers say workouts like HIIT and exercises such as mountain climbers are good because “they get your heart rate up.” As a trainer myself, I understand why you should elevate your heart rate during exercise and the benefits of doing so, but I know the general population probably has no idea what

There are plenty of people in the world who love adding some color to their workout wardrobe, and then there are the rest of us. Wearing all black to the gym is a lifestyle choice, and we genuinely can’t imagine putting on anything else. Black makes us feel strong, powerful, and ready to take on

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