Fitness Towns

Why does a growling stomach always seem to happen most in a quiet room? The truth is, our stomachs are as likely to growl in noisy moments as quiet ones. But when it happens solo, we barely even notice it. During a work meeting, a movie, or an intimate moment on a date, on the

Plan your average week of lower-body workouts, and you might decide to treat your glutes to heavy hip thrusts and squats. You could add in good mornings to fire up your hamstrings, plus lunges and leg extensions to work your quads. But you may not be giving your inner-thigh exercises as much forethought. Your inner

These sneakers would be so much better if they were three inches off the floor. The thought might not have ever crossed your mind, but it’s part of what inspired Sara Blakely’s polarizing sneaker-heel brand, Sneex. Well, not exactly that thought. Rather, Blakely wanted to wear heels that felt like sneakers. “I’ve been publicly saying

You may have heard that it’s important to eat something after you exercise — but what you may not know is that how soon you eat and what you eat both have an important impact on your body’s ability to refuel and recover. Dietitians May Zhu, RDN, and Marisa Moore, RDN, both recommend eating within

Nothing is worse than waking up drenched in the middle of the night, sweating as if you’ve just run a marathon, and needing to climb out of bed to change your pajamas before you try to drift back to sleep. But that’s exactly what 10 to 60 percent of the population experiences each year, according

PS Photography | Jade EsmeraldaPS Photography | Jade Esmeralda While each product featured is independently selected by our editors, we may include paid promotion. If you buy something through our links, we may earn commission. Read more about our Product Review Guidelines here. As a strength and conditioning coach, I’ve seen and used many, many

Katie Austin leads this fun low-impact cardio workout. The bodyweight workout features progressions and modifications for different fitness levels, so you can tailor the session to exactly what you need. The best part? It’s just 15 minutes long. Maggie Ryan was an assistant editor at PS. A longtime runner and athlete, Maggie has nearly four

Chronic stress and anxiety can be debilitating, with continuously running intrusive thoughts making it difficult to cope during the day. For some, stress and worry can start right upon waking up in the morning. However, much like positive affirmations, or gratitude journaling, starting your day with breathwork and meditation can have positive effects on your

Popflex Active Pirouette Skort (Cassey’s Version) – Digital Lavender ($60) With over 1,100 reviews, the Pirouette Skort from Popflex is quite possibly the literal skort of your dreams. Specifically labeled Cassey’s Version, and not to be confused with any impersonations or duplicates found on the interwebs, the digital lavender colorway is a must get. The

This informational guide, part of PS’s Condition Center, lays out the realities of this health concern: what it is, what it can look like, and strategies that medical experts say are proven to help. You should always consult your doctor regarding matters pertaining to your health and before starting any course of medical treatment. Sciatica

PS Photography | Natalie Arroyo CamachoPS Photography | Natalie Arroyo Camacho The first time I tried Pilates in 2021, it was so challenging that I swore I’d never go back. Recently, though, on one of my #HotGirlWalks, I passed by a Club Pilates location, and it looked far more approachable than the previous studio I’d

When it comes to celebrating women athletes, Cari Champion wants sports fans to do better. In her new limited series “The Making of a Rivalry: Caitlin Clark vs. Angel Reese,” Champion explores the ways in which racial bias and misogyny have fueled a hateful discourse between the two rookies. “Since the beginning of the LSU

One of the best ways to prevent runner’s knee is to avoid overuse, aka running too much. “You shouldn’t increase your mileage more than 10 percent per week,” Dr. Pandya told us. A similar rule of thumb applies to increasing speed or hill training. “You shouldn’t introduce more than one or two new kind of

I’d say I have a pretty healthy relationship with crying. I sometimes cry on my birthday, always cry when fictional animals die on TV, and even schedule a weekly cry session in order to better regulate my emotions. But why do I find it so inherently embarrassing to cry on an airplane? It doesn’t matter

A strong core is essential for not just most workouts, but also posture, balance, and lower-back health. To strengthen those muscles, we’re big fans of ab workouts, whether they’re bodyweight, use fun equipment like sliders, or bring all the heat with dumbbells. But as much as we encourage people to work their ab muscles, they

Throughout the Olympics and Paralympics, most of us stayed glued to the athletes, celebrating the big wins like we were right there with them. But behind every emotional moment was a team of healthcare professionals helping the highest caliber athletes perform at the top of their game. While we seldom hear stories about the healthcare

Snap FitnessSnap Fitness For two decades, Snap Fitness has endeavored to make fitness more accessible to local communities. Officially launching in 2003, the company started off as a quick and convenient gym option, with a more affordable model compared to other concepts in the market. Since its inception, Snap Fitness has evolved to match the

Patricia TatumPatricia Tatum My eyes snapped open as the fervor of anticipation swept over my semi-conscious mind: Paris. Today was the day. Just last year, if you had told me that I would be flying overseas to watch the Paralympic Games, I would’ve enjoyed a prolonged cackle. I’m in the farthest galaxy away from athleticism

While each product featured is independently selected by our editors, we may include paid promotion. If you buy something through our links, we may earn commission. Read more about our Product Review Guidelines here. When it comes to wellness trends, diffusers never get old. Aromatherapy is a time-tested practice used all around the world to

While each product featured is independently selected by our editors, we may include paid promotion. If you buy something through our links, we may earn commission. Read more about our Product Review Guidelines here. In “Pack With Me,” influencers and editors give us a rundown of their travel must-haves and a few travel hacks to