Fitness

About six months before our wedding, my now husband and I made a pact to help each other get in better shape before the big day. The idea was to change our habits, rather than go on a strict diet. We started cooking instead of eating out, consciously cut back on carbs and sugar, and

In what seems to be the outcome of a Trader Joe’s product name generator, the beloved grocery chain has begun selling riced cauliflower and butternut squash risotto. The cozy, seasonal dish is the latest item to come out of Trader Joe’s ongoing cauliflower craze, which arguably began with its wildly popular cauliflower pizza crust in

From an electrifying Women’s World Cup to Coco Gauff’s explosion onto the tennis scene, 2019 has been a banner year for women in sports. With Halloween on the way, there’s no better way to celebrate all the f*cking awesome females winning trophies and taking names than to dress up as one of your favorites for

Fitness professionals have varying opinions on how individuals should train for optimal health, but one thing they all agree on is the importance of a strong core. You’ve probably seen that phrase floating around on Instagram or heard your favorite instructor yell it out as you hold a plank for what seems like eternity, but

Are your tight hips begging for some love and attention? If you run, lift weights, or sit at a desk all day, tight hips are pretty common. But you don’t have to suffer, especially if your tight hips are causing knee or lower-back pain. Find a wall ASAP and do this relaxing reclining wide squat

The 2020 Summer Olympics will be here sooner than you know, and one competition we’re excited to watch is skateboarding. This will be the first-ever Olympics to feature the street and park disciplines, and ahead of the Olympics, POPSUGAR sat down with one of the most promising park athletes: Brighton Zeuner. “I think it’s exciting

Leggings and gym memberships aren’t the only kinds of gifts you can give to women who love to work out. With the entire wellness industry booming like never before, the options are endless when it comes to great gifts. We’ve got our eyes on some cute water bottles, food delivery services, and an at-home spin

There’s really no need to explain how great, important, and iconic Beyoncé’s body of work is, because it speaks for itself. From breakup ballads like “Resentment” to pump-up anthems like “Formation,” there’s a Beyoncé song for every mood. The mood we’re currently channeling is strong, badass, and determined to power through any workout. We’ve compiled

Whether your goal is to work out consistently twice a week, do 20 push-ups before the new year, or build muscle, strength training can help you achieve your goal. If you didn’t already know, “the general benefits of strength training for both men and women include an increase in bone mass and lean mass, improved

When we look for workout clothes, we have a few nonnegotiable requirements. The pieces have to be functional, and they have to look good. Otherwise, what’s the point? Outdoor Voices has been one of our go-to brands since it was founded in 2014 — it makes clothes you want to live your life in, whether

Break out the graham crackers and get ready to start snacking, Costco is selling Delighted by Desserts’ Pumpkin Pie Hummus ($8). This vegan dessert dip combines the typical chickpeas with pumpkin, sugar, and coconut oil (among other ingredients) for a fully Fall flavor. The non-GMO, gluten-free hummus can be paired with fruit slices and pretzels,

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American gymnasts Nastia Liukin and Shawn Johnson won gold and silver in the all-around final at the 2008 Olympics in Beijing, but don’t think for a second that the two are rivals. While Nastia and Shawn were pitted against each other by fans and commentators, the two were actually best friends and roommates at the

The United States had never won a world championship medal in hammer throw — men’s or women’s, gold, silver, or bronze – until DeAnna Price stepped up on Sept. 28 at the IAAF World Championships in Doha, Qatar. That was when, with a monster winning throw of 77.54 meters (254 feet, 5 inches, aka the

Chloe Kim might be the most dominant female snowboarder around right now, but even record-breaking, Olympic-gold-medal-winning prodigies have to start somewhere. In a recent video posted to her YouTube channel, Chloe reacted to her oldest snowboarding home videos and competition footage, and basically proved that she’s been badass since birth. There’s grainy home footage riding

If there’s one thing to know about American gymnast Grace McCallum ahead of the 2019 World Gymnastics Championships, it’s this: you don’t want to underestimate her. Though she’s only 16, this is Grace’s second time competing as a senior at Worlds, and she’s proven that she has what it takes. Unlike some of her teammates,

There’s no one way to practice self-care. As the name suggests, it’s highly individual — whatever makes you feel your best, that’s what you should do. Still, we were curious what experts recommend to their own patients, so we spoke with two therapists: L.A. Barlow, doctor of psychology at Detroit Medical Center, and California-based doctor

We did this quick 10-minute bodyweight core workout as a warmup before a recent cardio-focused CrossFit class, and it totally fired up my abs and arms. Level 1 CrossFit Coach Sefton Hirsch with Champlain Valley CrossFit said, “It’s a great way to get your body warmed up with low impact, and focuses on all the

While there are lots of things to love about Fall, the looming threat of flu season isn’t one of them — but that won’t stop it from arriving, sooner rather than later. “Winter is the typical flu season, with peak flu activity usually occurring in February,” Richard R. Clark, MD, FAAFP, a family medicine physician

Let’s get one thing clear: your sexual health is nothing to be ashamed of or embarrassed about. Whether you’re looking for eco-friendly condoms, gentle lubricants, PMS remedies, or sexy toys, you’re in the right place. Ahead, you’ll find all the products we’re currently loving for an exciting, safe, and healthy sex life.

Whitney Simmons is a fitness influencer whose weightlifting workouts have inspired many women to lift heavy at the gym. The Gymshark athlete, who just launched her first Gymshark X Whitney Simmons capsule collection (that sold out hours after being released!), may seem like she was born with weights in her hands, but she spoke to

Don’t miss a live webinar from Class FitSugar host Anna Renderer, where she will be sharing the five biggest mistakes people should avoid when starting their fitness journey. At the end, Anna will hold a Q&A, so you can ask her any questions you have about improving your workouts! Whether you’re new to the fitness

Ellie Goulding has been a source of fitness inspiration for years. With her rock-climbing videos, impressive boxing skills, and even simple strength-training workouts, we’re constantly impressed by her badass attitude and ability to use fitness for more than just the physical benefits. The 32-year-old British singer often shares her workouts on Instagram, and her latest

If there’s one thing 2019 has delivered on, it’s great moments in sports. Records have been broken, seemingly impossible physical feats have been achieved, and long-overdue victories have finally come to fruition, all in front of millions — sometimes billions — of fans around the world. It’s not easy to narrow down all the incredible