Fitness

Have a goal to build muscle? Bodyweight exercises are a good place to start. You’ll build up strength and get comfortable in the movement patterns without the added stress (and injury potential) of weights. Once you get stronger, you can progress to using weights, increasing your reps, or switching to single-leg or jumping variations. Plus,

Does the thought of adding color to your workout wardrobe send shivers down your spine? Us too. An all-black look adds a certain power and edge to whatever we’re doing. So, while we’re all about black leggings and tanks, the look isn’t complete without a pair of black sneakers. Whether you’re going for a run,

Trader Joe’s has gained a cult following of loyal customers over the last decade, and it’s easy to see why; the grocery store is chock-full of fresh produce, healthy cauliflower products, and even staples for the keto diet. With organic offerings and food for pretty much any diet (vegan, gluten-free, Paleo, etc.), it’s no wonder

If you’re vegetarian (or like to go meatless every once in a while), you know finding filling meals that don’t leave your stomach growling five minutes after finishing your meal is key. While salads are fresh and hit the spot when you need a quick meal, it’s those meatless options that are filled with protein

When we think about great snacks, we want options. Some days we might be feeling like a sweet treat, and other times cravings for a salty snack might strike. So, having a well stocked pantry or snack drawer at your desk is absolutely essential. Always wanting to keep it healthy, we’ve rounded up every single

Getting back to the gym postpartum is no easy task for new moms, but Shawn Johnson recently decided to take it one step further, trying gymnastics three months after giving birth to her daughter, Drew. Shawn and her husband, Andrew East, revisited her Olympic sport and captured the whole experience on camera for their YouTube

Two-time Olympic gymnast Aly Raisman has been open about mental health and therapy for some time now, ever since she and hundreds of other women — including many of her Olympic teammates — publicly accused former USA Gymnastics and Michigan State doctor Larry Nassar of sexual abuse. On Feb. 19, she revealed that she’s still

The 2020 Summer Olympics in Tokyo are quickly approaching, and all eyes will be on the world’s most popular sport: soccer. The US Women’s National Team — fresh off a World Cup win in 2019 — will compete for a fifth Olympic gold, and while the roster has yet to be set, we’re likely to

We have a drawer full of snacks at work, and when 4 p.m. hits, it’s like an alarm goes off internally; we need to eat something to keep us focused and happy until dinner — otherwise, it can go south quickly, and you don’t want to hang out with us when we’re hangry. With the

The intuitive-eating movement is getting huge, and I’m loving the idea of ditching diets, eating the foods I want without any guilt, and tuning in to my body’s needs and cues. I’m all for spending less time thinking about food and what my body looks like and focusing more on what my body can do

“It’s going to get ugly before it gets beautiful.” Those may not have been my therapist’s exact words, but it was exactly the kind of truth-telling I needed from my first session. Over the past 10 years, I’ve experienced more ugly than I would like, and I was ready to do whatever it would take

Yoga is a big part of our workout routine because it relaxes us mentally and physically and it’s a great workout on the days when we need a break from our high-intensity workouts. Because we do a variety of flows, we need leggings that can withstand deep stretches (without becoming see-through), heat, and sweat and

Demi Lovato is getting heart-breakingly honest about her insecurities and her road to recovery from an eating disorder. On Ashley Graham’s Pretty Big Deal podcast, the 27-year-old singer opened up about how her insecurities and determination to just “power through” led to a decline in her mental health and relationship with food, exercise, and ultimately

American swimmer Katie Ledecky became a household name at the 2016 Rio Olympics, where she clocked astonishing times in the pool and ultimately became the most decorated female athlete at the Games. But just how many Olympic medals does she count among her collection? To date, Katie has won an impressive six Olympic medals, five

If you’ve got a larger bust, you know the struggle of finding a great sports bra that can withstand even high impact workouts. You need something that is supportive above all else, and that can be tough to find. But have no fear — we’ve done the hard work for you. These are 2020’s top

One of the most perpetuated stereotypes in health and wellness is the notion that meat makes you strong. Animal protein has traditionally been associated with masculinity, athleticism, and power — all connections that are challenged by the film The Game Changers, currently streaming on Netflix. The documentary, directed by Louie Psihoyos and coproduced by Jackie

From the moment I first started my period, that time of the month always meant being in excruciating pain. If by some miracle I could get out of bed during the heaviest days of my period, I would end up at school, hunched over my desk, trying not to cry and counting the minutes until

Some people can hit their alarm, hop out of bed, and run out the door for a brisk jog without a sign of sleepiness in tow. Others seem to need a good half-hour in their robe and slippers (and maybe a cup of coffee) to get their brains going, or at least cleared of cloudiness.

Coming down with a cold can be such a drag. You’re often not quite sick enough to stay in bed (unless you have a fever, in which case you should definitely keep those germs at home), but a runny nose, nasal congestion, and crushing sinus pressure can certainly leave you feeling sluggish. With adults typically

You know what makes sitting in a tiny, cramped airplane seat for hours on end even worse? Feeling like you can’t move because your clothing is uncomfortable, restrictive, and adding to your joint pain and muscle stiffness. Pack your jeans away in your carry-on, and slip on a pair of comfy joggers instead. From casual

Self-care always seems to fall to the bottom of my ever-evolving list of priorities. Between managing my responsibilities at work and still finding time to be present with friends and family, even washing my hair can sometimes feel like a victory. And let’s not even talk about the mounds of laundry I’ve been meaning to

I’ve been falling asleep to white noise machines since my freshman year of college, and while I no longer live in a thin-walled dorm room (praise be), I still love drifting off to the soothing sound of gentle static. It’s like a staticky lullaby that masks ambient noise and calms down my thoughts, distracting me

Get ready for a nonstop dance party led by Antwon Keith Collier, creator of Florida Fit. This high-energy, full-of-fun routine will have you getting low and shaking it out! Dance FitSugar host Deja Riley joins in for this awesome workout. On Antwon: Rhone jacket, MPG Sport tank, and Nike shorts and shoes On Deja and

I love the feel of a barbell between my hands. And thanks to my CrossFit coaches and community of kick-butt, strong-ass ladies, I’m totally inspired to add extra plates to my bar and lift heavy. I always feel confident and unstoppable after deadlifting, but I know if I don’t stretch afterward, my lower back, glutes,