Surfing will make its Olympic debut this summer in Tokyo, and American pro surfer Carissa Moore is ready. Moore has said that the addition of surfing to the 2021 Olympics is “a really big moment” for the sport, adding that competing at the Games is something she never even imagined for herself. “The Olympics wasn’t
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The medals for the Tokyo Olympics are here, and there’s more to these stunning pieces of gold, silver, and bronze than even meets the eye. The medals — which are molded to look like polished stones, symbolizing the work athletes put in, day after day, in order to shine — are completely sustainable. It was
Potatoes have gotten a bad reputation for causing weight gain since they’re high in carbs, but POPSUGAR spoke to registered dietitian Kate Coufal, MS, RDN, LDN, who explained that potatoes can actually promote weight loss. I’m living proof because I’ve been eating potatoes every day for three months and was able to lose 10 pounds,
Tennis player Diede de Groot’s career goals, according to her website, are to stay No. 1 in the world, to win multiple Grand Slam, and to become an Paralympic champion. The 24-year-old from the Netherlands has already made a major dent in those goals — actually, she’s nearly crushed them. She is currently the top-ranked
It’s time for another week of live workouts on POPSUGAR’s Instagram and YouTube channel, and we’ve got some good ones for you. You’ll stretch it out and sweat with a barre routine, hit the beat with dance cardio, get kicking with kickboxing, and finish it up with a low-impact, high-intensity bodyweight session. Check out the
Special Olympics Florida athlete Chris Nikic set a record last November as the first person with Down syndrome to finish an Ironman race, which includes swimming 2.4 miles, biking 112 miles, and running a full 26.2-mile marathon. To complete an Ironman, you must finish in 17 hours, and Nikic completed the race in 16 hours,
Maya Moore and Jonathan Irons at the 2021 ESPY Awards on July 10. Image Source: Getty / Michael Loccisano In 2019, WNBA player Maya Moore put her successful basketball career on hold to help overturn the 50-year prison sentence of Jonathan Irons, who was convicted of burglary and assault at the age of 18. In
The opening ceremonies of the Olympics are always a chance for the host country to put on a spectacular show, making them one of the most anticipated moments of the Summer Games. Although the 2021 Olympics in Tokyo will be unlike any Games before them, all eyes will undoubtedly be on Japan’s Olympic Stadium when
According to Tokyo-Games-bound long-distance runner Aliphine Tuliamuk, nothing is harder than 50 hours of labor — not any of the 26.2-mile races she’s ever done. “At least I know where the finish line is during a marathon,” she told POPSUGAR via email. Tuliamuk, whose daughter Zoe was born in January, requested that her baby accompany
Amazon has a huge selection of sports bras, and we understand it’s overwhelming to find your perfect fit. We rounded up our favorite picks that are ideal for a wide variety of activities, whether you like to lift weights or focus on flexibility. From stylish finds to multipacks perfect for delaying laundry day, Amazon has
When we think of tennis, we think of Venus Williams. She’s been an icon for what feels like forever, and so when she came out with her line of activewear, Eleven by Venus Williams, it felt like a natural fit. Tennis and tennis clothes are having a moment right now, with more people picking up
After a year-long postponement of the Tokyo Olympics originally scheduled for 2020, Japanese Prime Minister Yoshihide Suga confirmed that the city will function under a state of emergency during the Games due to a spike in COVID-19 cases. It will last from July 12 to August 22, and it is the fourth state of emergency
After testing positive for marijuana at the Olympic Trials last month and losing her spot in the women’s 100 meters, Sha’Carri Richardson has been left off the US 4×100 relay team and will officially miss Tokyo. Richardson has been suspended for a month after ingesting marijuana (which she said she used to cope after the
It might seem like the US women’s soccer team (known as the USWNT) has been dominating the field for eons — and you’re not wrong to think that it’s made a mark on the sport — but in truth, the team has only been in the international field for a couple of decades. After all,
Photo: American sprinters Tommie Smith (center) and John Carlos (right) demonstrating during the men’s 200-meter medal ceremony at the 1968 Olympic Games. On March 30, the US Olympic and Paralympic Committee (USOPC) announced participant rules for anyone wanting to demonstrate during the US Olympic and Paralympic trials, stating once again that the committee will not
As someone with a lifelong fear of heights, I pulled myself together to take a yoga class with Equinox at 6:30am, 101 stories above New York City at the Edge in Hudson Yards, the highest outdoor sky deck in the Western Hemisphere. For some reason, upon hearing about this class, I thought it would be
I’ve been having a great night of sleep when I wear an eye mask to block out light and earplugs to block out noise. I honestly didn’t think my sleep could be improved, until I tried out this Honeydew Side Sleeper Pillow ($100). I was skeptical that a pillow could make a difference, but after
Recovery post-workout can be a few stretches in a corner, but wouldn’t you rather have access a full-service spa? Then you might want to sign up for a membership at a health club spa. These wellness destinations house fitness centers, group classes, dining areas, full-service spas, and some even have coworking spaces. With so much
I know it’s a bad habit, but I definitely don’t always change my clothes immediately after a sweaty workout. My schedule has been packed with errands, work obligations, and events recently, so sometimes a shower between an at-home cycling class and a trip to the grocery store (then the dry cleaners and the bank) doesn’t
In March 2020, when New Yorkers could not go to gyms, I realized that I had to bring the gym to my apartment. In doing so, I realized just how expensive equipment can be. Thankfully, after some internet digging, I’ve found some options for inexpensive equipment including the following hand weights. If you’re choosing to