Fitness

With the COVID-19 pandemic putting everyone on high alert — particularly those with typical cold-and-flu symptoms like cough and fever — you may have a lot of questions about when to get tested, if at all, and what you can expect from the process. We’ve put together an explainer based on the latest guidelines, but

Over the years, I’ve learned how to better manage my stress with simple tools. I set boundaries, say no, and do things that make me happy like FaceTiming my nieces, cooking, going on walks, and picking up new hobbies, like relearning how to play the piano. I also like to burn candles, practice mindfulness, and

These days, it can seem like every ping from your phone only brings more anxiety. Social media can be stressful for a variety of reasons, but when you live apart from family and friends or find yourself in the midst of a particularly troubling news cycle, it can be difficult to tear yourself away —

Intermittent fasting is relatively simple compared to traditional diets. Instead of carefully tracking calories or eliminating certain foods, you simply reduce the window in which you eat during the day. But while intermittent fasting can be an effective way to lose weight, it can also come with side effects, especially when you’re first getting started.

In an effort to flatten the contagion curve of novel coronavirus (COVID-19) and protect those at risk, it’s been advised across the US to practice social distancing and, if you become ill, self-quarantine. Bottom line? Wash your hands and stay home. With schools shutting down and companies declaring mandatory work from home when they can,

Enjoying a glass of wine at dinner or a few drinks on the weekend is usually no cause for concern; many people can drink in moderation and continue to live happy, successful lives. Some people, however, can’t just stop with one or two drinks; they find that alcohol interferes with their everyday life and often

No workout wardrobe is complete without a great pair of leggings. No matter what activity you love doing, be it a run or a yoga session, you belong in cute leggings. We don’t ask for all that much when it comes to our leggings — we just want them to be flattering and functional. But,

If you have the space for a yoga mat, you can do this fast-paced HIIT workout. Certified personal trainer Massy Arias posted this leg and butt routine on her Instagram page to get you moving and build muscle. She said in the caption, “Do your best with what I’ve given you and let’s crush it

From social media to the news, there is a lot of information being spread about COVID-19, commonly referred to as the coronavirus. To help you filter out fact from fiction, we recommend following credible sources such as the World Health Organization and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention for the most accurate and up-to-date

Right now, you’re probably into the idea of working up a sweat without leaving your home, and if you’re like me, you wouldn’t mind getting a boost of mental strength while you’re at it. If that’s the case, let me direct your attention to this mesmerizing cardio dance workout set to “ON” by BTS and

Dance workouts are one of our favorites because they’re quick and we’re always in a better mood once we’ve finished them. One of our favorite virtual instructors is The Fitness Marshall, and he just dropped a new, quick dance cardio workout to “Birthday” by Anne-Marie. If you want a cardio workout that you’ll feel all

My lack of dancing skills is not a well-kept secret, but with plenty of time at home, I’ve been tempted to learn routines in the privacy of my own apartment. Take, for instance, Kyle Hanagami’s first online tutorial set to Dua Lipa’s “Break My Heart” — an absolute bop, BTW. The choreographer is typically known

Plenty of people are using their time at home to learn TikTok dances and follow at-home workouts, and now you can combine the two with fun bodyweight routines. On March 26, fitness YouTuber Maddie Lymburner (AKA MadFit) posted a video set to Megan Thee Stallion’s “Savage,” which targets the butt and legs. The short-but-sweet clip

If you have an open space, you can 100-percent work out from home. Not convinced? Try bodyweight exercises in your living room — add equipment if you have some — or roll out a mat next to your bed and stream workouts on demand (yes, this does require good WiFi). Classes you might find in

As elected officials across the country worked on slowing the spread of the coronavirus, Idaho state legislators had other priorities. On March 16 — three days after the White House declared a national emergency, as cases of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) continued to climb — Idaho lawmakers pushed through a bill that would ban transgender

While lawmakers have been negotiating a spending package to provide assistance for a variety of needs amid the coronavirus outbreak, there’s one policy change you may not have expected — and it’ll result in massive savings for Americans who have periods. The $2 trillion economic relief plan passed this week will allow pretax spending on

Image Source: POPSUGAR Photography We’ve been so inspired to see our POPSUGAR Fitness community putting our workout plans and fitness videos to use lately! Today, we’re excited to announce yet another in-home (and totally free) offering to help you keep moving, stay motivated, and get a little sweaty. Starting Saturday, March 27, we’re kicking off

In the weeks since the coronavirus began sweeping the globe, people have taken to buying everything from toilet paper to canned foods in bulk, necessarily or not. But many Americans are equally concerned about having ready and safe access to another necessity: prescription medications that are crucial to staying well, physically and mentally. As we

I gave up coffee almost four years ago, and at first, I didn’t know how I was going to function. I think I drank 10 cups of green tea those first few days. Shortly after, though, I discovered matcha, and my whole world changed. Matcha is a highly concentrated green tea that has around the

Feeling like pushing yourself today? Certified CrossFit coach Kati Breazeal of Breazeal Gymnastics posted this “chipper” workout on her Instagram page, and you only need a pair of light- to medium-weight dumbbells. A chipper is a type of CrossFit workout that involves five-to-10 exercises, each at a high volume of reps for each. You must

The latest wellness trend we can’t get enough of? Diffusers. Aromatherapy has been a practice for a long time; who doesn’t have certain scents they find soothing? But now, you don’t have to light a candle or spray perfume. Just use an essential oil diffuser, which emits the essential oils of your choice into the

The coronavirus lockdown varies from state to state and even between counties and cities. While some officials are encouraging social distancing, others are mandating “sheltering in place” in order to contain the virus. Wondering what the difference is? There’s very little, actually. “From a very technical standpoint, social distancing guidelines are what public health experts

Just because your strength-training routine revolves around gym equipment, it doesn’t mean you have to ditch your fitness goals while social distancing. Even without a cable machine or leg press at your disposal, you can still tone your triceps, quadriceps, and glutes from home — all you need to do is readjust your muscle-targeting methods.

If you’re finding yourself wanting to work out at home, but feel like you don’t have enough space, think again. To make the most of your home, all you have to do is invest in practical equipment that works for you. From a compact stationary bike to foldable mats, we curated a list of the