Fitness

The WNBA has dedicated its 2020 season to social justice, supporting “Black Lives Matter” on shirts and courts, stitching “#SayHerName” onto the backs of jerseys, and giving players a platform to speak up for an urgent cause. In June, Sen. Kelly Loeffler, a coowner of the Atlanta Dream, wrote to Commissioner Cathy Engelbert to oppose

There’s nothing wrong with taking a break from working out, but if you’re ready to get back into a routine, it’s best to start off slow to prevent overwhelming yourself and getting injured. The workouts in this four-week program start off light and will begin to become more challenging as your body adapts to the

Aside from Links”>Kate Hudson‘s roles in iconic movies like How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days, it’s fair to say that some of her most outstanding performances go to her workouts. The Fabletics cofounder is a fan of Pilates especially, and over the weekend she posted a video of an a.m. yoga session in

Since many of us are having to exercise at home, with minimal equipment and time, certified Pilates instructor Andrea Speir, founder of Speir Pilates, shared this simple home workout to strengthn your arms and shoulders with POPSUGAR — all you need is a hand towel! Speir said you don’t need gym equipment to begin chiseling

Could you use more balance in your life? Yoga instructor Koya Webb shared this summer salutation yoga flow so you have something quick and easy to do, and said it will help get your energy up while also relaxing and calming you down. Whether you need more work-life balance or more time for self-care, yoga

The world’s largest marathon, the New York City Marathon, is canceled this year due to the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. By now, New York Road Runners (NYRR) should have connected directly with runners about the option to receive a full refund of their entry fee or a guaranteed complimentary marathon entry in either 2021, 2022,

Nike’s campaigns inspire the masses to be better every single day, and its latest campaign, “You Can’t Stop Us,” is a reminder to give everything you do your all, no matter the circumstances and barriers in your way. “We’re never alone, and that is our strength,” soccer pro Megan Rapinoe narrates as split-screen images of

On social media and in conversation with friends and family, Black women constantly discuss feeling as if they are expected to take care of everyone and everything, often putting their emotional, mental, and physical needs last. To unlearn this habit and improve one’s mental health, it’s important to set boundaries and implement some form of

If you aren’t the biggest fan of burpees, there are other moves you can consider adding into your workout. Certified strength and conditioning specialist Charlee Atkins, founder of Le Sweat, whom POPSUGAR has featured in Instagram Live workouts, took to social media to name some “burpee alternatives that will shape you into a better worker-outer.”

Image Source: Courtesy of Vilissa Thompson Licensed social worker and disability consultant Vilissa Thompson, LMSW, was born with osteogenesis imperfecta (OI), a rare group of disorders better known as brittle bone disease. Those with brittle bone disease have a defect in the production of collagen, causing bone deformities, broken bones, bowed limbs, abnormal curvature of

This session focuses on your arms and abs with a mix of bodyweight and light-weight exercises. Expect lots of bicep curls, planks, and V-sits with arm extensions. But you know Jake DuPree loves a full-body move, so there are also squats and jumping jacks so your legs don’t feel completely left out. Equipment needed: 2

Professional sports have a completely different look and feel to them this year, but the one thing that’s felt in every reopened league thus far is unity in the fight for racial justice. Basketball players are taking their press conferences to demand justice for Breonna Taylor, and during Major League Baseball’s opening day, every single

Having enough protein in your diet is essential, whether you’re looking to boost your metabolism, stay energized, lose weight, or simply maintain a balanced diet that boosts muscle growth. There’s nothing like starting the day off with a protein-rich breakfast that’ll keep you satisfied and feeling strong as you get your day going, but that’s

The minute my workout routine becomes boring is when exercising becomes a chore. That’s when I notice myself cutting my sessions short, fully skipping the finisher, or forgoing my workout entirely. But Paula Abdul (my new workout mentor) has mastered the art of keeping exercise ever-interesting — impressively so during lockdown measures. Within our 15-minute

In mid-July, CDC Director Robert Redfield, MD, urged for universal masking across the US to get the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic under control. As of July 20, 28 states have statewide mandates requiring the use of face coverings in public, CNBC reports. If you live in those states, follow suit, and even if your state

By now, you probably know that cardio training is something you should be doing on the regular. Experts recommend getting in at least 150 minutes a week of moderate cardio exercise (or 75 minutes of more vigorous cardio). But if you find yourself wondering: What is cardio, exactly? As in, which workouts will get your blood

I know, I know: sorry to burst your bubble. I did some research into how many calories are in an Aperol Spritz, and while a lot of sources guestimate in the 150-calorie to 200-calorie range, that’s only for a few ounces. And I don’t know about you, but when I make my spritzes at home,

Snapchat just got a lot more . . . calm. Starting July 20, users can access free Headspace meditations directly on the app. You can find them by clicking on the rocket icon when in a chat with a friend or by typing “Headspace” in the search bar. Note: you don’t need the Headspace app

We’re months into the COVID-19 outbreak in the US and more than halfway through 2020, and while some states have begun to ease restrictions, others are reversing or stopping their reopening efforts due to a spike in cases across the country. When we spoke to medical experts about how to safely be in public spaces

Looking for a fitness device that can keep up with your unmatched passion? Want a training partner that lets you do more without backing down? Well, here it is… The Garmin fēnix 6/6S Pro Garmin has recently expanded on its solar charging technology. Building on the success of their first solar charging multisport watch, the