Fitness

The events of Aug. 26 were a long time coming. After the police shooting of Jacob Blake three days prior, which left him paralyzed from the waist down, the Milwaukee Bucks of the NBA made the decision to sit out their playoff game against the Orlando Magic. That choice started a ripple effect throughout the

Sunglasses? Check. Wallet? Check. Stylish, tie-dye, double-layered cloth face mask? Check! Fabric face masks are the most important accessory we have now, so it’s good to keep a wide variety on hand in multiple colors, patterns, and designs to match every outfit in your closet — because, ya know, a leopard-print face mask does not

By now, we all know how important face masks are to stopping the spread of COVID-19. In fact, experts say it’s not only safe but recommended that you wear a face mask even while exercising, including tough workouts like running. However, as fun as it is to collect cute, patterned face masks the way we

You might be thinking, If I don’t need a prescription to buy it, it must be safe to casually take it. For the most part, taking ibuprofen to ease pain is totally harmless and effective. However, a drug’s a drug, and if you’re taking ibuprofen on the daily, you might start to notice some unfortunate

You’re in the middle of your squat reps — weight in hand — and just like that, a charley horse causes your calf muscle to go rogue. When this type of muscle spasm or cramp hits, there is no mistaking what’s going down. The pain doesn’t usually last longer than a few minutes, but it’s

Image Source: Getty / Dave Sandford On Aug. 26, pro leagues across sports postponed their games, commencing in a strike following the police shooting of 29-year-old Jacob Blake three days prior. Blake was shot seven times in the back in front of his family in Kenosha, WI, leaving him paralyzed from the waist down. Instead

Naomi Osaka is joining NBA, WNBA, and MLB athletes in sitting out her next scheduled match following the police shooting of Jacob Blake in Kenosha, WI, on Aug. 23. Blake was shot at least seven times in the back outside of his own vehicle, while his three children were present. Osaka shared a statement on

Strength training and heavy weights go hand in hand, but there are so many different ways to strengthen the muscles in your entire body — even traditionally low-impact exercises like Pilates. Take it from Naomi Idol — a Pilates instructor and the creator of TONED by Naomi at Fit Atelier — who designed her program

When it comes to your workout gear, there are a few pieces you truly want to get right. Sports bras are one of them. You need one that doesn’t rub, fits just right, and gives you the proper support when you need it but won’t restrict you while you break a sweat. If you’ve been

As the 2020 election approaches, educating yourself about the candidates and their platforms is important. Health care is a particularly critical issue this election cycle, so we’re providing you with everything we know thus far about Democratic nominee Joe Biden’s healthcare plan ahead of the presidential election. Biden Plans to Build on the Affordable Care

If you’re trying to lose weight, eating the right foods is your not-so-secret weapon. We’re all too familiar with that 3 p.m. hunger craving, so when it does strike, you want to be prepared with something that will keep you full and focused, but still tastes good. Adding protein to your diet is an easy

Slow and smooth Sun Salutations, set to a soundtrack of soft acoustics, is what initially got me interested in what yoga could do for my mental and physical health. I was in college, in the midst of endless midterm papers, and the practice did wonders for my stress levels. I still turn to Sun Salutations

It’s a total myth that the only way to build strong, toned legs is by using heavy weights — a simple pair of dumbbells can really get the job done. While there’s no denying that lifting big builds muscle, getting an effective quad and hamstring workout doesn’t mean you’ll have to hit the squat rack

To be 100-percent real, nothing motivates me to exercise more than some new workout clothes. The cute-but-sweaty selfie is underrated, people! Whether I’m going for a run or taking a yoga class in my living room, it’s important for me to wear comfortable, well-made pieces that I don’t have to constantly adjust. They also can’t

It makes me so happy to see the antidiet and intuitive eating message take off on TikTok. And actually, registered dietitian and certified intuitive eating counselor Sam Previte, LDN, CPT, who specializes in helping clients make peace with food and enjoy life, was hesitant to join TikTok because she told POPSUGAR, “I thought of it

Heavy periods. Birth control mishaps. Painful sex. Ob-gyns have seen and heard it all. Yet many people still find themselves feeling embarrassed or uncomfortable about opening up to their doctor. If that’s you, try following any of these amazing ob-gyns on TikTok. They’ll answer some of the most commonly asked questions, like what to expect

Aldi has issued a voluntary recall of Wawona-brand bagged peaches as the CDC investigates a potential link to a salmonella outbreak across the Northeast and Midwest. As of Aug. 19, 68 people from nine states have reported infections, with 14 hospitalizations and no deaths. According to the CDC, people with salmonella infections typically have diarrhea,

Labor Day weekend is just around the corner, which means you might be searching for the perfect drink recipe to mark the end of summer. If you’d rather skip the booze, a spirit-free CBD mixed drink could be just the thing! Both relaxing and refreshing, this CBD mango mojito recipe is delicious and incredibly easy

HBO’s sports documentary The Weight of Gold, now streaming on HBO and HBO Max, shines a spotlight on one of the most devastating and least talked about aspects of Olympic sports: the failure to support athletes once the Games have ended. Several Olympic athletes past and present — including big names like Michael Phelps, Gracie

One in three adults report getting insufficient sleep — defined as fewer than seven hours per night — so it’s no surprise that people often seek out over-the-counter sleep aids in hopes of getting better rest. Melatonin, a supplement that helps regulate the body’s sleep-wake cycle, is one of the most popular. But if you’re