New Zealand weightlifter Laurel Hubbard will be the first transgender athlete to compete at the Olympics this year. Olympic officials have selected Hubbard for the women’s weightlifting team for Tokyo. “Hubbard has been confirmed eligible having met the IWF, IOC, and NZOC eligibility criteria, including IWF eligibility criteria for athletes who transition from male to
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If you’ve ever gotten a headache from a too-tight ponytail, Danila Bim’s line of work may not be for you. In a display of incredible physical strength — and the longlasting power of a good conditioner — the Brazilian aerial artist suspended herself 10 feet in the air from nothing but a ring attached to
@willsmith First and last time I was allowed at that gym ♬ Spongebob – Dante9k It’s been more than a year since I’ve formally worked out in a gym, and while I’ve dipped my toes back into taking fitness classes, I’ve completely forgotten what it’s like to walk into a weight room and navigate the
Sha’Carri Richardson is headed to Tokyo! After flying through the Olympic trials this past weekend, she claimed her title as America’s fastest woman and secured a spot on the US’s Track and Field contingent. The 21-year-old athlete has been the favorite for the women’s 100-meter dash for some time now, but her performance over the
Looking for new workouts to get your heart rate up and make you sweat? You’ve come to the right place. We have three live workouts premiering on our Instagram page this week, including HIIT, low-impact cardio, and an accessible chair workout. Check out the full schedule below, and tune in this week to get your
As editors, we spend a lot of time trying out new products. We know what’s worth the hype, what’s underrated, and what’s past its prime. As lovers of all things fitness, we are more than willing to be the experimenters and figure out what’s worth your time, and we’ve done it here. If you’re going
Picking up an over-the-counter soothing vulva cream at your local drugstore might seem like an easier solution to treat itching or dryness than scheduling time with your doctor, but if you’re experiencing any sort of discomfort or changes to your vulva (or vaginal health in general!), speaking with a medical specialist is always the best
Two-time Olympic swimmer Katie Ledecky will now be a three-time Olympian after securing her ticket to Tokyo for the women’s 400m freestyle. She won the event at the 2021 US Olympic Swimming Trials and plans to compete in the 200m, 800m, and 1,500m freestyle finals this week as well. We can’t wait to see what
The 2021 Summer Olympics are coming up soon, and Team USA is revealing uniforms as we go. First up? Four new team uniforms, plus the team’s medal stand apparel. Soccer, basketball, track and field, and skateboarding all have sleek and simple new looks courtesy of Nike, who have provided Team USA’s Olympic podium wear since
“I didn’t know what to do with myself.” Yes, Jess King — the exuberant Peloton instructor known for her hugely popular The Jess King Experience cycling class series that she refers to as an “immersive party” — was speechless when she first saw her now-fiancée, Sophia Urista. She was working at New York City cabaret
Rhubarb is one of those quintessential spring and summer vegetables: bright pink, bitter stalks that pair amazingly with strawberries. While rhubarb is known for its bright color and bitter flavor, its health benefits typically go unsung. It is packed with antioxidants, which give it that beautiful red color, and contains fiber, too! However, due to
It can feel nearly impossible to accurately estimate exactly how much you’ve bled during your period by just glancing at your tampon before tossing it in the trash can. A regular absorbency tampon typically can hold 6 to 9 grams of blood, but you might not always fill up an entire tampon before you change
Less than a month after withdrawing from the French Open for mental health-related reasons, Naomi Osaka has withdrawn from Wimbledon. In a short statement, Osaka’s team explained, “Naomi won’t be playing Wimbledon this year. She is taking some personal time with friends and family. She will be ready for the Olympics and is excited to
We’re in awe of pretty much anything Simone Biles does, and we’ll take any excuse to feel like her for a minute, even if we can barely touch our toes. She’s recently started a partnership with Athleta, one of our favorite workout brands, and has shared her top picks from the line. Reader, they’re definitely
Swimmer Sierra Schmidt is known as the “dancing queen” in the collegiate swimming world, where she just finished her senior season at the University of Michigan. And, the 23-year-old from Erdenheim, PA, took those moves all the way to the 2021 Olympic Trials. “It’s something that works for me,” Schmidt said in a profile for
Take a few minutes out of your day to relax, stretch, and flow with international yoga and meditation instructor Faith Hunter. Whether it’s your first yoga class or your 500th, this is a perfect fit into your feel-good routine. To keep it rolling with more quick-hitting workouts, delicious recipes, and mood-boosting workouts to get your
Caroline Marks is quickly earning her spot as one of the most inspirational and all around badass women athletes in the world. The American pro surfer has clenched too many titles and championships to list in one sentence — 2020 Super Girl Pro champion and second overall in the 2019 World Surf League (WSL), to
You won’t believe your eyes when you see World Taekwondo Demonstration Team’s audition for the 2021 season of NBC’s America’s Got Talent! The 22-person group that helps to promote Taekwondo’s visibility worldwide was invited to perform at the Olympic Games, but those plans were disrupted due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Instead, the team showcased its
You’ve committed to working out regularly, eating right, and taking care of yourself, yet judging by the scale, you don’t seem to be making any progress. While you may want the satisfaction of watching the numbers on the scale trend downward, that may not be the best measurement of success. “Although it’s counterintuitive, you can
Some days it’s easy to hop on your Peloton bike and start pedaling, other days you’re left wishing Peloton instructor Ally Love‘s bubbly energy could just rub off on you already. If you ever find yourself losing interest in the middle of a workout, or you want to make things more exciting with a change
Celebrating its 70th year, Finnish whimsical-pattern mastermind Marimekko is collaborating with activewear powerhouse Adidas to add fashion to function in a more sustainable way this summer. According to promotional materials, the collection is made from “new materials, including recycled yarns, and methods to help reduce environmental impact.” Fortunately, the reduction in environmental impact doesn’t compromise
I’m one of those people who struggles to spend money on athletic clothes. Even though I work out every day (sometimes more than once), there’s something about spending money on activewear that keeps me from updating my severely in-need-of-updating fitness wardrobe. A $100 dress that I’ll wear once, maybe twice? No problem, here’s my debit
This summer, we’re all about bike shorts. Not only are they great options for when the temperature heats up and you’re engaging in some sweaty workouts, they’re also amazing basics. When you’re going back out into the world, and are wondering how to put together an outfit, bike shorts are a great athleisure in between
What I love about jump-rope workouts is that they are not only a great way to stay in shape, but they are also incredibly convenient. All you need are your workout shoes and a jump rope. During the pandemic, when gyms and fitness studios were closed, I took up jumping rope as an easy way