Fitness

I’m not sure what it is, perhaps its something to do with the city life, but as soon as I moved to San Francisco, I got into cycling. Maybe it was all the talk about SoulCycle or the city-dwellers discussing their latest Peloton purchases, but I immediately became fond of it. So much so that

While bodyweight exercises have tons of benefits, it’s easy to get push-up or burpee fatigue and throw in the towel completely on strength training. But with resistance bands, you can use your body weight without getting on the mat and still choose moves that target specific muscle groups. For example, if you want to tone

The conversation surrounding diversity and inclusion in health and wellness comes up periodically without any transformative change within the $4.5 trillion dollar industry. It’s evident that wellness is predominately marketed towards white people and is often seen as an exclusive luxury. Although the health and wellness industry isn’t reflective of the various lifestyles, cultures, races,

Focusing on your mental health is an important aspect to well-being, but due to the stigma surrounding mental health, many people are afraid or embarrassed to discuss what they’re going through and seek help from qualified professionals. Within the Black community, racism and socioeconomic issues, like poverty, are a few factors impacting the mental health

You don’t need to spend hours working out to lose weight or get toned, but you do have to be smart about what you’re doing in the time you have in order to maximize results. Enter compound exercises: multijoint movements that hit large groups of muscle. When you add weights to these exercises, you’ll use

A weak pelvic floor can impact many aspects of your life, regardless of your gender. It makes sense — as part of your deep core, the pelvic floor has a number of crucial functions. “The pelvic floor is a thin, bowl-shaped group of muscles, supported by connective tissue and supplied with important nerves, that makes

Throughout his historic career, Michael Phelps never appeared anything but superhuman in the pool. But when he retired after the 2016 Olympics, Phelps joined the growing chorus of athletes coming forward to share the strain that the level of single-mindedness elite sports require can take on athletes’ mental health. For Olympians, who compete at the

It should go without saying at this point, but another reminder won’t hurt: young people are susceptible to COVID-19, and not just the asymptomatic form. A new study from the University of California — San Francisco is providing even more evidence to drive that home. In the study, released today in the Journal of Adolescent

Image Source: Getty / Timothy T Ludwig The Washington Redskins are making an overdue change to their team name and logo. On Monday, the team announced that after a thorough review process, the organization will rebrand under a new name. “Today, we are announcing we will be retiring the Redskins name and logo upon completion

There’s nothing like a good workout to get you sweating, smiling, and feeling strong. If you’re craving that right now, good news: our Instagram Live workouts can make it happen, and we’ve got seven new ones coming your way this week on @popsugarfitness. Tune in for cardio boxing, HIIT, and more from some of our

I’ve been taking advantage of Zoom workout classes while sheltering in place, which is why I’ve got mad respect for Tracee Ellis Ross and her at-home routine. The Black-ish actress recently shared a glimpse of her go-to exercises on Instagram, courtesy of Heart & Hustle gym. “Still getting my workouts in!” Ellis captioned her video.

Join group fitness expert Raneir Pollard for a challenging strength-training workout. During this session, you’ll work through exercises like deadlift to rows, push-ups, and side planks. This is an advanced workout, so be sure to listen to your body, take breaks, and use lighter weights as needed. Find this workout and more on 4-Week Full-Body

Spending more time at home can shift your eating schedule so that breakfast is later in the day, but it still may be too early for lunch — so you have brunch! When you’re not in a rush, you can create these decadent yet nourishing recipes, like protein-packed pancakes, vegan French toast, baked cinnamon oatmeal,

As a plant-based eater and someone who practices intermittent fasting, as my first meal of the day, I crave one enormous salad for lunch. It’s made with tons of fresh greens and raw veggies like cucumbers, shredded carrots, bell peppers, sugar snap peas, and cherry tomatoes, and I top it with tofu, beans, or a

Almost every time I reveal I wasn’t a runner growing up or that I quit my middle school track team because my foot hurt, I’m met with some shock. I actually took up running as an adult after years of avoiding it. Now, I’ve run over 60 races over about eight years. Beyond that, I

Count your calories. Mind your macros. Measure your portions. Weigh your food. Watch your carbs. Don’t eat processed food. Limit sugar, and flour, and fried food. Don’t you dare get sprinkles on your ice cream, and actually don’t eat dairy or gluten or soy or nonorganic strawberries! Are you overwhelmed by all these restrictive food

So, your community has largely reopened, and you decided to get lunch with a friend, only to find out a few days later that they have tested positive for COVID-19. What do you do now? “What to do after you are in the presence of someone who tested positive for COVID-19 really depends on your

Image Source: Getty / Harry How We already know that the 2020 Tokyo Olympics were postponed due to novel coronavirus (COVID-19), and the pandemic has affected sports across the globe. But, on July 9, track and field athletes from around the world competed in the Inspiration Games, a special virtual competition that’s part of the

Pilates isn’t all about toning. If you’re doing Pilates moves at a “cardio pace” (think running, biking, jumping rope), you’re getting a high-intensity, low-impact cardio workout, too — just ask ACE-certified group fitness trainer and certified Pilates instructor Amy Jordan. Resistance-training exercises, like Pilates, increases your body’s muscle tissue and permanently cranks up your calorie

Many people who use birth control experience unpleasant side effects like nausea, breast tenderness, and changes in sex drive. But not all side effects are physical — doctors say birth control can also affect your mood, noting that studies have found a correlation between hormonal contraception and depression. So, could your birth control be to

@billnye #WearAMask #LearnOnTikTok #TikTokPartner ♬ original sound – billnye Leave it to Bill Nye the Science Guy to share the face-mask PSA the world needs right now. In a series of TikTok videos shared on Wednesday, the science whiz broke down why it’s so important to wear a face mask in public amid the COVID-19

After plenty of trial and error, I’ve discovered that I look and feel my best when I eat a low-carb diet. I’ve worked hard to find low-carb foods I actually enjoy, and I’m so excited to share them with you. Because I’m all about convenience, every single one of these products is available on Amazon.

@oliviacuidmd Highly requested 60s version of my viral mask hack #fyp #doctorsoftiktok #masktutorial #covid19 #viral #maskhack #learnontiktok ♬ original sound – oliviacuidmd Face masks are the most effective when they’re nice and snug against your face. It makes sense: if yours is loose, with big gaps on the sides and top, it’s easier for respiratory

A jump rope, yoga mat, and foam roller are all must haves in any home gym or small corner you’ve turned into your workout area. For the other equipment, we recommend thinking about the types of workouts you like to do. If you like HIIT, you’ll probably want a few sets of dumbbells, kettlebells, and