Fitness

Surfing will make its Olympic debut in Tokyo this summer, so if you want to feel like an expert while watching Games, now is the perfect time to learn how the competition is structured and scored. Fortunately, you don’t need to take any surf lessons to find answers — we’ve got you covered with a

Mechelle Lewis Freeman didn’t plan to become an Olympian. She had dabbled in youth soccer and basketball and didn’t even pick up a pair of spikes until high school. But once she realized she was fast, she never looked back — except, maybe, to check on her competition. When asked why she stuck with track

Our love of Lululemon is no secret, and we know our editors and our readers share in the obsession. Whether you’re looking for your new favorite pair of leggings or a great sports bra, there’s something for everyone waiting at Lululemon. Though we editors have our go-to styles, we always trust our audience, and when

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

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

Although you may think Peloton is only for cycling workouts, the fitness platform also offers yoga classes to stretch your muscles and calm your mind. To expand its offerings, Peloton Yoga is relaunching globally on April 22, with three new experienced instructors, Mariana Fernandez, Nico Sarani, and Kirra Michel. They’ll also now have yoga classes

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

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

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

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!

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

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

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

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

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

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

As more and more people are able to get the COVID-19 vaccine, a new set of questions has emerged about how to handle your vaccination card. While there’s been some debate about whether or not to laminate the card, there seems to be a growing consensus that less permanent protection is better. (After all, you

We experience pain and grief throughout our lives, from minor heartbreaks to monumental losses. Getting past that hurt can be difficult, but it’s important that you take steps to safeguard your mental health and well-being, instead of continuing to dwell on the past. Before you can let go of that pain, you first have to

We love shopping at Fabletics for the cute, functional activewear that’s comfortable to sweat in. Starting today, the brand has created a Mommy and Me collection, and it’s everything we didn’t know we needed. If you find your children copying your yoga moves or wanting to spend all their time running around outside, you’ll love

Volleyball is one of the marquee events at the Summer Olympics, but if you only watch the sport every four years, you might have some questions about how the game works and how it’s scored. Never fear: we’ve got you covered, with an easy-to-follow guide that will help you watch the Tokyo Games like a

If you’ve been diagnosed with an iron deficiency, your doctor may have recommended that you begin taking an iron supplement in order to get your levels within a healthy range. Of course, you want to make sure you’re taking iron pills in a way that will maximize absorption, because the most common symptoms of iron

POPSUGAR’s How Does She Sleep at Night takes a peek under the covers of admirable women’s wind-down routines to reveal their nightstand staples, sleep schedules, and dream lives. Brooke Reese isn’t the type to turn in early. “Pre-quarantine, I was always at dinners and going to shows,” she said. “[If] I’m falling asleep before 1:00

Where my little ladies at? As a 5’2″ fitness addict who is currently wearing a size 23 petite pair of jeans (that almost needed hemming), I feel your struggle when it comes to finding the perfect pair of running tights that don’t need to be cuffed four or five times or a long-sleeved active tee