Fitness

On Thursday, as Carissa Moore was preparing for the last event of her season, the Honolulu-born surfer was also thinking about the wildfires sweeping through her home state of Hawaii. “Honestly, I feel helpless being an ocean away,” Moore told POPSUGAR after the opening ceremony for the Shiseido Tahiti Pro at Teahupoʻo. “Obviously, we’ve been

As the music and culture of hip-hop evolved over the years, it brought forth new forms of dance. In the 2000s, the most notable additions to the hip-hop dance genre have been krumping, turfing, and jookin. Krumping is a freestyle form of hip-hop dance that consists of jerky, fast movements that present in a strong

The FIFA Women’s World Cup final is on Aug. 20, and it will end a dramatic (and, for US fans, heartbreaking) four-week showcase of the best of women’s soccer. Yet things could have gone differently, as demonstrated by pundits who wistfully assembled formidable dream teams of athletes who should have played but didn’t, due to

Image Source: Getty / Rich Polk / Stringer When she was several months pregnant with her twins, Hilary Swank wowed us with her prenatal workouts, which included impressive strength moves while she sported an equally impressive baby bump. Now that she’s about four months postpartum, she’s wowing us again — but this time, with her

Following the shocking early exit of the US Women’s National Team at the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup, it might be tempting for American fans to check out of the tournament and just catch up on scores later — especially considering those 3 and 6 a.m. start times. Allow me to be the one to

Soccer has been a long-standing tradition in Latin American countries, and it is deeply ingrained in the culture of many Latine communities. As the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup continues, it’s no surprise, then, that one community stands out for its unwavering devotion and unmatched enthusiasm — Latinas. Soccer is more than just a sport

Mammograms can be crucial in detecting breast cancer early on. The examination involves using a low-dose X-ray performed by radiologists to look for changes and abnormalities in breast tissue that may signal cancer. But since breast cancer guidelines are ever-changing, you may be confused about when is the right time to move beyond self-exams and

Navigating body image isn’t easy for many teens, but according to Raven-Symoné, Disney Channel fame didn’t help. In the Aug. 6 episode of “The Best Podcast Ever With Raven and Miranda,” the actor opened up about her experiences with bullying and body-shaming, which eventually led her to seek out cosmetic surgery. “I had two breast

Energy drinks have been around since the ’40s, promising a range of benefits — from increased metabolism to a boost in productivity. One drink in particular, though, has been in the spotlight lately due to both popularity and controversy. Celsius energy drinks — a popular workout companion for many — claim to accelerate metabolism, burn

When I say “chia,” you say . . . pets? Well, sorry to Millennials and Gen X-ers everywhere, but today’s lesson is not on the nostalgic toy that captivated our young hearts. Instead, we’re talking about chia seeds: the tiny, black or white seeds that have been delivering health benefits for centuries — in other

Image Source: Getty / Laurence Griffiths The GOAT is back. On June 28, USA Gymnastics announced that Simone Biles is returning to the mat for the first time in two years. The seven-time Olympic gold medalist will make her comeback at the 2023 US Classic, held on August 4-5 at the Now Arena outside of

It’s been a long road for Bella Hadid, but the model is on her way to feeling healthy again after more than a decade spent dealing with ongoing health issues. On Aug. 5, Hadid shared two posts to her Instagram, featuring photos from her time in treatment for Lyme disease. Her first post included a

When you’re first dipping your toes into fitness, it’s easy to focus your training on the muscles you can spot in the mirror and accidentally overlook the ones you can’t view in your reflection — and that includes the muscles deep within your core. ICYDK, your core is the group of muscles located throughout your

Any time someone suffers cardiac arrest, it’s scary and devastating. But given the recent news of cardiac arrest in professional football player Damar Hamlin, who plays for the Buffalo Bills, and Bronny James, LeBron James’s oldest son, it seems younger people and pro athletes are suffering from the heart condition more than ever. “Cardiac arrest

Image Source: Adidas On July 26, during the US Women’s National Team’s matchup against the Netherlands in the group round of the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup, something historic happened — and not the fun kind of historic, as we’re so used to seeing linked to this legendary team. The USWNT was trailing at halftime

Beats Fit Pro ($160, originally $200) The Beats Fit Pro are great for anyone and everyone who loves to get immersed in their content. These stay securely in place with the flexible wingtips and are sweat- and water-resistant. The Beats Fit Pro Earbuds offer up to six hours of listening time and up to 24

Join dancer and choreographer Arianna Davis to learn some iconic hip-hop dance moves with class members Lilian Gonzalez and Rehima Jordan. This routine takes you through the decades of hip-hop dance from the 2000s all the way back to the 1960s. Go back in time with moves like the Soulja Boy, the Dougie, the running

It’s not just in your head: science says listening to music makes workouts better. Studies show workout music boosts performance during resistance-, endurance-, and sprint-based exercise. It also has the power to elevate your mood and help get you ready for an intense workout. And choosing the best pump-up songs will not only get your

In the latest iteration of Things People Are Talking About on TikTok, users of the app are posting about — and arguing over — whether or not to wear underwear during workouts. Some are proudly sharing videos saying they’re on Team Commando, while others are commenting: “I feel like that’s a bad idea.” In light

Image Source: Image source: Getty / Graphic House Kevin Winter Ilya S. Savenok Stringer Tomekbudujedomek; Photo illustration: Ava Cruz Since Miley Cyrus‘s infamous 2013 MTV VMAs performance, twerking has become a mainstream phenomenon. That same year, the term was added to the Oxford English Dictionary. A decade later, you can now find twerk fitness workouts