Whether you’re a regular yogi or not, it’s time to start incorporating restorative yoga poses into your fitness routine. Just like stretching before and after a cardio workout helps your muscles recover, these poses are held for longer to help relax the mind and body. “Restorative yoga provides pause through allowing the nervous system to
Photography via Getty ImagesBreaking down all you need to know about this year’s Oscars, from the star-studded guest list and the dress code to how this year’s show will be different. By Patricia Karounos Date April 19, 2021 Facebook Twitter After a number of delays and a prolonged wait, the 2021 Oscars are finally upon
I am 30 years old, stand at 5’4″, and weigh 140 pounds. I’m the heaviest weight I’ve ever been, and I’m finally OK with it — because I’m also the strongest and healthiest I’ve ever been. Throughout adulthood, I’ve weighed anywhere between 115 and 135 pounds. While battling bulimia for 10 years, my weight was
Photography courtesy of Michael KorsNaomi Campbell, Helena Christensen, Shalom Harlow, Carolyn Murphy and more walked in Kors’s 40th anniversary fashion show. By Patricia Karounos Date April 20, 2021 Facebook Twitter There was really only way to mark the occasion of Michael Kors’s 40th anniversary: By getting together some of the original supermodels of the 1990s,
After the semifinal rounds of the 2021 NCAA Women’s Gymnastics Championships on April 16, Luisa Blanco, a sophomore from the University of Alabama, was named the national beam champion with a score of 9.9625. Alabama did not move on to the final team competition on April 17, but Blanco was able to secure her victory
Probiotics are popping up everywhere — in your moisturizer, in bubbly beverages, and in daily supplements to help keep the vagina healthy. In terms of vaginal health, some experts believe probiotics could be beneficial for those who have had a lot of yeast infections or bacterial vaginosis. So, what about using probiotics to help prevent
Photography by Natasha V. Creative direction by George Antonopoulos.The days of product maximalism and elaborate-shelfie envy are over. With environmental sustainability on everyone’s mind, beauty brands are (finally) embracing change. By Wing Sze Tang Date April 19, 2021 Facebook Twitter The aspirational “zero-waste” lifestyle is nothing new; it was pioneered more than a decade ago
You may not think about your glutes very often — especially if you’re new to working out — but they’re one of the most important muscle groups in the body. Your butt muscles help support your core and control the way that your pelvis, hips, and torso move, so they’re a super-important part of your
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When Alyson Stoner began her career in the entertainment industry at 6 years old, she was already experiencing high rates of anxiety and chronic stress. This evolved into eating disorders, dangerous overexercise, and other serious health issues. She checked herself into rehab in 2011 at 17 years old, recalling in a powerful essay published by
Photography courtesy of ChopardGet a first look at Roberts letting loose for the camera in Chopard’s new watch campaign. By Jennifer Berry Date April 19, 2021 Facebook Twitter What do you get when combine the mega-watt star power of Julia Roberts, the youthful creativity of Quebecois filmmaker Xavier Dolan and the legacy of Chopard timepieces?
Editor’s Note: We at POPSUGAR recognize that people of many genders and identities have female sex organs, not just those who are women. For this particular story, we interviewed experts who generally referred to people with female sex organs as women. Shopping for lubricant can be a little confusing, especially if you’ve never used it
If you’re craving a sweat session, look no further. We’ve got three live workouts coming up this week on our @POPSUGARFitness Instagram, including Tabata, HIIT, and yoga, so you’re guaranteed to sweat, stretch, and feel fantastic by the end of the week! Check out the full schedule ahead, and don’t forget to catch up with
Join trainer Lita Lewis for a next-level HIIT session! Inspired by legendary sprinter Usain Bolt’s go-to workout, Lita will lead you through variations of squats and crunches with progressions to keep you challenged. You won’t need any equipment, but Lita will have a Gatorade Zero by her side to stay hydrated during this GOAT-approved workout!
Some menstrual cup users claim they may never turn back to tampons. And when you look at the benefits of using a menstrual cup during your period, you can understand why. For starters, many can be worn for up to 12 hours, as opposed to tampons, which have to be changed every eight hours. They’re
It’s been two years since the best of collegiate gymnastics went head to head in one arena for national titles — and the 2021 NCAA Women’s Gymnastics Championships did not disappoint. It was a close competition (mere tenths of a point separated the first- and second-place teams), but on April 17, the University of Michigan
Design by Kayleen DicuangcoWelcome to Texture Talk, a column that celebrates and deep dives into the dynamic world of curly hair, from crowns of curls that are free flowing to strands that are tucked away in a protective style. By Kenisha Alexander Date April 15, 2021 Facebook Twitter Perhaps one of the most controversial topics
When it’s arm day, you’re probably so focused on working on your upper body that you might not realize that many exercises work not only your biceps, triceps, lats, back, and shoulders, but also your core. Nike trainer and Muay Thai boxer Nesrine Dally shows you how to work your arms and core at the
Photography by Getty ImagesIncluding a “Body Confidence” collaboration with The Birds Papaya and Hilary MacMillan, plus the release of Doja Cat’s latest capsule. By Sarah Mariotti Date April 17, 2021 Facebook Twitter Watch the 40th anniversary Michael Kors fashion show live on April 20 On April 20, Michael Kors is unveiling its Fall 2021 collection,
No matter your age, race, gender identity, or body type, there’s a good chance you’ve looked in the mirror and dealt with some degree of insecurity or poor body image. For me, it became an everyday occurrence: looking at myself was a chore, and my Google search history was plagued with links to obscure weight
Photography courtesy of PelotonIt’s a treadmill, boutique fitness class and life coach all wrapped up in one fancy (like, very fancy) package. By Victoria DiPlacido Date April 15, 2021 Facebook Twitter Let me start by saying I am not a natural runner. As far as cardio goes, I’d rather do a short burst of burpees
Period blood can be a bit of a chameleon. Depending on the day of your period, it may be bright red, deep red, or even dark brown and may even smell slightly acidic. But period blood also has the potential to change consistency — sometimes taking the form of small, gel-like blood clots. If you’ve
Photography by Paul Maffi for Carolina Herrera Fragrances“We’ve been taught to be lone wolves, that it’s not ok to cry or show fear, and that we must fight with aggression rather than empathy. These are all outdated [notions] that we should challenge.” By Souzan Michael Galway Date April 16, 2021 Facebook Twitter British actor Ed
Still feel like there’s a lot you don’t understand about the COVID-19 vaccine? Anyone who’s not an infectious disease expert can probably relate. That includes members of the WNBA Players’ Association, who helped everyone out on Wednesday by posting a series of miniconvos between doctors and WNBA stars like Nneka Ogwumike, Kelsey Plum, and Elizabeth