Fitness

There are a few products we consider to be workout essentials, and chief among them are sports bras, hair ties, and great headphones. Being able to listen to music is absolutely critical to a great workout, and honestly, we don’t think we could really get moving without being able to listen to something. But, all

One major difference between practising yoga at home vs. at a studio (other than an IRL instructor, obvs) is that your yoga mat isn’t getting cleaned on the reg unless you’re doing it yourself. Not sure how to clean yoga mats so they’ll actually be germs and stank free? No worries. Here’s everything you need to know about disinfecting

Combating racial injustice and police brutality is not an easy fight, and it can take a significant toll on your mental health. In a video posted to her Instagram Tuesday night, Tracee Ellis Ross reminds her followers to take a breather when necessary and practice self-care amid this important movement. The Black-ish actress shared the

If you struggle with basic movements like squats, lunges or push-ups, there’s no shame in that. Everyone starts somewhere and there’s nothing wrong with you. Of course, that doesn’t make it any less frustrating, we get it. Well, there’s good news and bad news. The bad news is that you can’t avoid them. These three

Image Source: Getty / Howard Smith / ISI Photos The US women’s national soccer team is speaking out about a policy put in place by the US Soccer Federation (USSF) requiring players to “stand respectfully” during the national anthem. Though no player who violated the policy faced penalties after the policy was adopted in February

Halle Berry says she’s been meditating for close to 20 years. She likes to meditate for at least 10 minutes first thing in the morning. She believes that meditating can help us find peace amidst tough times — and gain valuable insights about our lives and purpose. Though I’ll admit my practice ebbs and flows

Three-time gold medalist Tianna Bartoletta is using her platform to talk about the reality of being a Black Olympian on Team USA. In an interview with The Irish Times, the reigning Olympic long jump champion and two-time 400m relay gold medalist spoke powerfully about the dichotomy between achieving the pinnacle of success in her sport

Image Source: Getty / South_agency It’s FLOYD-19. — Greg Glassman (@CrossFitCEO) June 6, 2020 After CrossFit founder Greg Glassman wrote this tweet on Saturday, mocking the murder of George Floyd and the coronavirus pandemic, there was instant backlash from the CrossFit community. There has been an outpouring of CrossFit gyms and athletes choosing to sever

We all know exercise is a phenomenal way to combat disease, increase energy levels, improve our wellbeing and basically just enhance your quality of life overall, but do different types dish up different benefits to our body, mind and brain? Yes, they do. Here, we take a look at how switching up your workouts can

This week, we’re back in action bringing you uplifting live workouts on Instagram, and we’re starting on Monday by dedicating a session to a cause that works toward racial justice. When you join us for Deja Riley’s workout on June 8, you’ll have the option of donating to Color of Change, a nonprofit that pushes

Group fitness expert Raneir Pollard will lead you through a unilateral workout where you will focus on one side of your body at a time to enhance your balance while you weight train. One of the benefits of balance training? It’s an extra challenge for your core and booty. Grab some dumbbells or water bottles

Not every runner has a goal of running miles on end. Practicing speed work is just as fun and challenging as distance running. Whether you’re struggling to cut your pace down or are simply looking for a speed workout to try to kickstart your training, look no further. Corinne Fitzgerald — head coach at Mile

Real, a membership-based organization for therapy and mental health services, launched Real to the People in March 2020 to offer free therapy services to cope with the COVID-19 pandemic. Now, in the aftermath of the killings of Black Americans George Floyd, Ahmaud Arbery, Breonna Taylor, Tony McDade, and Nina Pop, among others, Real to the

As I processed the devastating and brutal murders of George Floyd, Breonna Taylor, and Ahmaud Arbery, which sent waves of heartbreak and public outcry out across the world, I found myself wondering how Maui would respond. The island where I live is filled with passionate people who care to make a change, but I’ll be

Is your heart still heavy about still not being able to go to the gym? That’s alright — adjusting can take a bit of time sometimes. With millions of people staying home during the national lockdown, the time is ripe for a friendly challenge.  While we are all spending extra time at home, why not

Running is a sport that’s accessible and open to people of different physical abilities, races, genders, sexual orientations, and body types — anyone (yes, anyone) can run. But that doesn’t mean the running community has always been as inclusive as it can and should be, a shortcoming that all runners need to reconcile with and

Considering how good it is for your body and mind, you’d think more exercise (like more vegetables) is always, well, better. But does that mean you should be working out every day? It really depends on what you’re doing…to ensure you’re not overdoing it (a.k.a. overtraining), which is why we reached out to fitness pros for

Chiney Ogwumike, a two-time WNBA All-Star, ESPN analyst, and vice president of the WNBA Players’ Association, is adding her voice to the chorus of those demanding change. As protests continue across the country following the killing of George Floyd, Ogwumike spoke to ESPN about why athletes are emerging as activists for social justice and what

One of the best gifts we’ve received since the South African national lockdown began back in March is being allowed to exercise outdoors again. Who knew that something so small could feel like such a refreshing escape? But as the old saying goes: “Freedom and responsibility go hand in hand.” So let’s talk masks… Our

Just as fitness brands gave back last year for Pride Month and the 50th anniversary of the 1969 Stonewall Uprising, they’re giving back this year for Pride 2020. Sure, Pride looks different this time around — parades have been canceled or postponed due to the novel coronavirus pandemic — but Pride Month and Pride celebrations