Fitness

On Dec. 18, Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez received her first dose of Pfizer’s COVID-19 vaccine, as Congress members became eligible for the shots under government continuity guidelines. The New York representative shared the simple vaccination process on her Instagram Stories Friday evening. “Just like wearing a mask, I’d never advise you to do something I wasn’t willing

I’ve never met a Christmas cookie or holiday flavor that I didn’t like. Gingerbread, butterscotch, peppermint, molasses, eggnog — I love them all. And when the holidays roll around, I’ve learned to let myself enjoy all of the traditional drinks, cookies, and sweets that I love, without any of the guilt. After all, Christmas only

Among the many things that changed in 2020, people’s exercise routines looked a little different due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Notably, many athletic competitions, like races, were cancelled this year. But according to Strava’s annual Year in Sport Data Report, that didn’t stop users of the fitness app from tackling their wellness goals. Hundreds of

When it comes to shopping for workout leggings, fit is very important to me. Pants need to be the right length, have just the right amount of compression, and be mid- to high-waisted because that offers me the most amount of comfort. While shopping Old Navy’s big fitness sale recently I decided to give its

2020 has been a year. Between the COVID-19 pandemic, one of the most stressful elections in recent history, and the racial tension in the country, stress and anxiety are at an all-time high. Like many of you, I entered the year with high hopes and big dreams. Instead, more often than not, I ended up

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Call it the Inception effect, but lucid dreaming has become somewhat of a phenomenon in recent years, with both the scientific community and everyday people becoming curious about how to achieve this state of altered consciousness. “Usually, when we dream, we cannot tell the difference between dreams and reality,” Nikola Djordjevic MD, a general practitioner

There’s still time to scoop up some gifts for all the fitness fans in your life. For the person who always seems to have a dumbbell in hand and laughed when there was a shortage of weights this spring — they already had a full set in their basement — a new set of sneakers

There’s something about cycling that’s just so nostalgic. It reminds me of when I was a kid, exploring the neighborhood with my dad on a pink sparkly bike. Although I would love to spend hours riding with the wind in my hair, admiring nature, and laughing with loved ones on a bicycle now, it’s not

If you’re craving a sweat session, you’ve come to the right place. We’re hosting four new, live workouts on our Instagram this week, each one guaranteed to help you break a sweat and feel strong. Check out the full schedule below, add it to your Google Calendarto stay in the know, and catch up with

I’ve always joked that running has been my longest relationship. And although I’ve tossed this one-liner out at parties to get a laugh, it’s kind of true. I’ve been consistently training for races for the last eight years of my life. Next to my decade-long love affair with New York City, running truly has been

If you’re completely new to strength training, doing bodyweight exercises is a great starting point. Since you don’t need any equipment, you can do them anywhere, anytime. This 30-day beginner bodyweight challenge incorporates six basic moves designed to target all your major muscle groups. Here is the 30-day plan created by professional athlete, former certified

Sneakers are always at the top of my fitness shopping list. Although there are a few nonnegotiables for me while shopping — serious running support and comfort for starters — one thing I’m more than happy to experiment with is the look of my kicks. I’ve been the runner who opted for classic black one

Can you remember the last time you colored in a coloring book? Before the pandemic, I had probably only colored a handful of times in adolescence and adulthood. In my mind, it was something I had outgrown. Even after I learned about the stress relief benefits associated with coloring, and though I enjoyed it the

Whenever I feel like treating myself to some shopping, my mind typically goes to feel-good clothing that I’ll get a ton of wear out of. And since I’m in cozy loungewear and workout clothes on repeat these days (these months, tbh), that’s exactly where today’s shopping spree is going to take me (us, if you’re

As COVID-19 cases continue to surge, millions of Americans may need to seek either inpatient or outpatient care while battling the virus. But it’s no secret that healthcare costs can be exorbitant, so it’s important to be aware of whether or not your insurance plan covers COVID-19 treatment. Like everything else pertaining to health insurance,

Having a toothache and a headache at the very same time is undeniably uncomfortable — but it might not be a coincidence that these issues are happening in tandem. According to Dr. Charles Sutera, DMD, FAGD, a board-certified dental anesthesiologist and aesthetic smile specialist, there are two reasons why your teeth can contribute to headaches.

@lizzo A little tmi for ur fyp… for anyone who has these thoughts too I hope you have a better day tomorrow ♬ original sound – lizzo Lizzo is known for her confidence and positivity, but the singer recently reminded us that she’s not immune to feeling negative and getting down on herself. In a

COVID-19 vaccines are on the way, with options from Pfizer and Moderna already undergoing the FDA’s emergency approval process, which means we’re starting to wonder what kind of side effects we can expect from the vaccine. As data continues to emerge, here’s a look at what the numbers and experts are saying about the three

If there are two things in my life that aren’t slowing down anytime soon, it’s my workouts and my video chats. As the holidays approach and I join more friends and family for holiday video chats and calls, I find myself on the hunt for gear that’s cozy but video appropriate. These five pieces from