Fitness

Ashley Graham is a certified badass in all elements of her life, and that includes her workouts. The 31-year-old model — who’s expecting her first child with husband Justin Ervin — recently shared a snippet of her prenatal fitness routine, and it’s definitely intense. On Monday, Ashley posted an Instagram video of herself rowing vertically

Modern science can be a beautiful thing. It’s given us genetically engineered, plant-based burgers you can pick up in fast-food drive-throughs. It’s helped bring closure to decades-old cold cases through the magic of DNA testing. And most recently for this single lawyer, writer, producer, and host, at the age of 34, it’s allowed me to

There are many benefits to running, but if you want to lose weight doing it, you’ll need to be consistent with your routine and work to keep your heart rate up during each workout. “Aim to run three to four times a week for a minimum of 30 minutes per session,” Corey Phelps, an NASM-certified

In 2001, Destiny’s Child released “Bootylicious” and my childhood was never the same. It’s been 18 years since I first heard what would become one of my go-to workout anthems, and it’s definitely gotten better with time. Kelly Rowland recently shared a snippet of her strength workout on Instagram and five seconds in I was

Meal prep is crucial for getting dinner on the table fast, especially if you’re trying to follow a low-carb diet. (Let’s face it: there aren’t many takeout options that won’t sabotage your efforts.) If saving money is part of your motivation for preparing meals at home, you’ll need to use every last item in your

With the struggle and desperation many women face when trying to lose weight, they can think what they’re doing is the right, healthy way to go about it, even when it’s not. We asked three registered dietitians to share the biggest diet mistakes they see clients make that won’t help them lose weight and can

On the hunt for a pair of new running sneakers? Well then you’re in luck. We looked to Nordstrom because the department store carries all our favorite brands in one place. Luckily, it just dropped tons of new additions and we just can’t help ourselves from want them all. To help you find your perfect

Vegans and vegetarians can start “loving it,” because on Thursday, McDonald’s announced it’s teaming up with Beyond Meat, offering a new plant-based burger in Canada at 28 designated locations. Creatively called the P.L.T. or “Plant. Lettuce. Tomato.,” this veggie option will be on the menu in certain Southern Ontario locations for 12 weeks starting Sept.

Sometimes a cute activewear outfit is the motivational push you need to get yourself to the gym. Let’s face it, when you have to get up early to go work out, bed can be so inviting. Or if you’ve decided to go after work, it can be so tempting to go meet friends for happy

You have a lot on your plate as a college student, but don’t let that stand in the way of getting your flu shot — because if there’s one thing you can’t afford, it’s spending several days sick in bed this Winter. The good news? Getting a flu shot is quick and easy, and you

We’re big fans of the Fitbit Versa thanks to its elevated design and affordable price point, so we were thrilled to learn that Fitbit has launched the Versa 2 ($230). This new model includes new features such as an on-device microphone that enables you to use Amazon Alexa so you can set timers and control

Born with a neuromuscular dystrophy that affects her lower body, Tara’s personal fitness journey inspires her clients to play to their strengths and be the best version of themselves. Fitness has always been at the core of Tara Lyn Emerson’s life. Growing up, she practiced tennis with her father, a professional coach. As a teenager

With the success of Hustlers, pole dancing has gone even more mainstream — but many fitness enthusiasts knew of it as a creative and effective way to stay fit long before Jennifer Lopez showed audiences the ropes. Pole dancing requires a lot of strength, balance, and coordination, making it a great workout if you’re looking

There’s been a dramatic shift in the way people talk about therapy — once stigmatized as being only for the weak or troubled, regular visits to a therapist have been widely embraced as an act of self-care. And while there are many factors that have helped shape the public attitude, this acceptance is due in

I work from home a lot, and while I love the freedom it brings, it can also be challenging to be in the same environment all day, everyday. While I carefully structure my days to get my work done, there are times when I see the laundry piling up or dishes from the night before

If you only watch gymnastics when there’s a major title on the line, you may not be well-versed in the scoring. While perfect 10s are still awarded in college gymnastics, on the elite level, they’ve been replaced with a more complex system that rewards risk as much as it does perfection. Under the current scoring

This CrossFit workout is designed to maximize your time and get your heart pumping for 30 minutes using high-intensity intervals and basic CrossFit exercises that target your entire body to help you get stronger. By the end, you’ll feel accomplished and energized! CrossFit coach Jade Jenny said to go all out for those 40 seconds

There I was on stage, ready to accept the diploma that would be mailed to me several weeks later, turn my tassel to the other side, and officially become a college graduate. Four years of cramming for exams, writing papers, stumbling home with friends from bars, sleeping too little or too much, and everything in

Bad news if you’re trying to cut carbs: a smoothie from your local shop could cost you 75 grams of carbs or more per serving. Considering that most low-carb plans require you to eat fewer than 100 grams per day, that one drink could nearly wipe out your daily budget. “Many smoothie spots will add

As Kate Courtney coasted across the finish line on Sept. 8, the celebration was already beginning. Twenty-three years old and in her second season as a professional mountain biker, Kate had just achieved something no American woman had done in 17 years: winning the overall World Cup in cross country mountain biking. And in front

If you’re following a low-carb diet, you may already be dreading the holiday season, a notoriously difficult time to avoid gaining weight, let alone try to lose it. This November, try swapping out some of the more traditional Thanksgiving recipes for these flavorful, low-carb side dishes. They are simple to make but still feel festive;

I’ve never considered myself an avid workout person, but the last couple years, I’ve gotten a lot more into my fitness routine. I started by attending various gyms, but I always found them too expensive or far away from my house. Then I switched my focus to classes, which I still absolutely love, but they

When we find a pair of workout leggings that we love, we hold on to them for dear life, washing them until the seams start to come out and holes emerge. But wondering if your leggings will give out at any moment is no way to live. You need a new pair ASAP! That’s why

Full disclosure: I bring reusable straws with me everywhere I go and I try to use cloth instead of paper napkins. But, I have not found a reusable water bottle that I love. Let me break my issues down for you. I don’t want something too heavy, since I’m always on the go, and when