Fitness

As POPSUGAR editors, we independently select and write about stuff we love and think you’ll like too. If you buy a product we have recommended, we may receive affiliate commission, which in turn supports our work. Imagine this: It’s 6:59 a.m., and your cycling instructor is about to shout, “Let’s ride!” But you find yourself

Editor’s note: anyone with a cervix can get a Pap smear, but for this article, we included sources who generally referred to these people as women. Going to the doctor for any type of exam can feel daunting and uncomfortable, especially those that involve your vagina. Not many people enjoy sitting on an exam table

On sleepy July 5, while most people were still trying to shake off their post-day-off stupor, Meta decided to launch its highly anticipated new app Threads, which is reportedly a direct competitor to Twitter. And like virtually everything else these days — from naked dresses to McDonald’s Grimace Shake — it quickly divided the internet.

Snoring is a common issue among many sleepers. It can also be annoying to your partner or a symptom of a larger issue, like sleep apnea. But recently, social media is claiming to have found a fix: mouth taping. TikTok users swear by the benefits mouth taping, claiming the practice does everything from helping you

At just 25 years old, Shay Haberstroh is in the red. And it doesn’t look like she’s getting out any time soon. The New Hampshire-based content creator has been on permanent disability since 2016, when she was diagnosed with Crohn’s disease, which ultimately ultimately led to the removal of her large intestine. She now lives

Despite their versatility, resistance bands are often overlooked and underrated in the realm of fitness gear — but they shouldn’t be. You can use them in numerous ways, whether incorporating them into your at-home exercise routine or bringing them to a barre class for added resistance. They also make an excellent travel companion, taking up

There are a lot of amazing perks to score from a workout routine, from increased strength and flexibility to reducing the chance of getting winded after climbing a set of stairs. But lately, the main thing I look for in my workouts is joy. And of all the fitness streaming platforms out there, I honestly

Period bloating can be so uncomfortable. Right before that time of the month enters my life, I find myself wanting to wear everything and anything baggy, as my stomach feels like an inflated water balloon that’s begging for someone to make it pop. It’s just one of many PMS symptoms that make you want to

Join Supernatural coach Raneir Pollard for a 30-minute Tabata “then vs. now” bodyweight workout joined by Ellie Aviles and Madisyn Maniff. In this routine, Pollard revisits the program from his most popular Class Fitsugar Tabata workout from six years ago, except this time he’s turning up the intensity even more! This high-energy routine will keep

Chances are, if you’ve made it here, you’ve fallen deeply in love with reformer Pilates and are ready to commit and purchase a reformer machine for your home. You may have experimented with make-shift reformers using foam rollers, desk chairs, and even your gym’s rowing machines. Perhaps you recently moved away from your beloved Solidcore

Join Selena Watkins, founder of Socanomics, as she leads you through a 10-minute soca-style dance workout alongside Claudine Love and Rehima Jordan in celebration of Caribbean American Heritage Month. Get ready to feel all the vacation vibes with this quickie dance workout that’ll make you want to never stop swaying your hips. If you’re looking

Psychedelics have had a big impact on the Smith family. At the Psychedelic Science conference in Denver on June 23, Jaden Smith had a candid conversation about the experimental use of psychedelic drugs as a mental health treatment, explaining how they’ve helped his entire family. “I think it was my mom, actually, that was really

Image Source: POPSUGAR Photography / Sam KangProduct Credit: PE Nation sports bra, PE Nation biker shorts, APL sneakers Chyna Bardarson, a NASM-certified Tone It Up trainer, is all about maximum efficiency. That’s why she created this quick zero-equipment workout that targets not one but two key muscle groups: your core and your glutes. This quickie

When the world met powerlifter Angel Flores in season six of Netflix’s “Queer Eye”, she quickly became a fan favorite of the series. She was the first trans woman on the show, and the “Fab Five” — Karamo Brown, Tan France, Jonathan Van Ness, Bobby Berk, and Antoni Porowski — swooped in to help her

To a fitness newbie, the five-minute abs workouts that saturate YouTube and Instagram seem like a convenient entryway into the world of core workouts. The featured exercises are typically equipment-free and easy to pick up, and being able to check “abs work” off your to-do list in less time than a Taylor Swift song is

@shapla_11 if you can’t sleep, try this #lettucewater #insomnia #lifehacks #fyp ♬ A Day in My Life – Soft boy If you’re looking for a quick, easy, and affordable way to fall asleep, chances are you’ve come across the lettuce-water trend on TikTok. Videos tagged with #LettuceWater have amassed over 43 million views. User @shapla_11

If you’re ready to take your strength workouts to the next level and shock your muscles (in a good way of course), CrossFit might be exactly what you need. This training style is quick, intense, and no matter the workout, you’re going to be gassed once it’s over. One of the biggest perks of CrossFit

Image Source: Getty / Robin Alam/ISI Photos The 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup is a huge deal for soccer fanatics everywhere — especially considering the fact that the US is going for its third consecutive title. Then there are those of us who love gathering with friends to eat, drink, and cheer on our team,

On June 30 — less than a month ahead of the start of the 2023 Women’s World Cup — FIFA unveiled a set of eight sanctioned armbands designed for players to wear during the tournament. The armbands highlight a range of social causes including “Unite For Inclusion,” “Unite For Indigenous Peoples,” “Unite For Gender Equality,”

In general, your vagina shouldn’t hurt, so if you start to feel pain, there’s probably something going on. Usually, maintaining proper hygiene and taking care of it should keep it safe, but sometimes infections or other medical conditions can come into play and put you at risk of discomfort and sensitivity. If you do notice