Fitness

One thing we love about so many home workouts is that they’re versatile — so versatile you don’t even need typical gym equipment to get them done. Is your access to dumbbells limited? How about using some cans of food or your favorite bottles of Merlot instead? Don’t have a kettlebell? Ever considered a gallon

On Thursday, March 12, the NCAA announced that Division 1 men’s and women’s basketball tournaments, as well as all remaining Winter and Spring collegiate sporting events, were cancelled due to the coronavirus (COVID-19) public health threat. That meant, for gymnastics, the 2020 season came to an abrupt end without a national championship. For seniors in

Whether you follow entertainment, sports, or politics, every headline right now is about one thing and one thing only: the coronavirus. COVID-19 has sickened thousands across the globe, and for those of us who are fortunate enough to be healthy, it has drastically changed the way we live. It’s hard to escape the harsh realities

While sleep aids like melatonin shouldn’t be taken long-term, there’s no denying its power to help you get through a particularly rough patch of sleeplessness or even jet lag. As with any supplement or medicine, though, you might experience side effects while taking melatonin. POPSUGAR asked doctors about melatonin-induced headaches, specifically. Here’s what you need

The World Karate Federation announced the first 40 athletes heading to the 2020 Tokyo Olympics today, including the first (and so far, only) American to qualify: Sakura Kokumai, a 27-year-old Hawaii native who’s been doing karate for 20 years. “21 qualifiers over the course of two years. Traveling, training, walking into the ring alone. Not

It’s been drilled into you a zillion times: There are scientifically proven benefits of exercising regularly. Among other things, it can help reduce anxiety and boost your mood — things we all could really use during the age of the novel coronavirus. “We know about the mental and physical benefits of exercise for the brain,

A new study on the stability of the novel coronavirus revealed just how long infectious particles can remain stable on solid surfaces and in the air, key information for healthcare providers and the general population as the health crisis continues. Published March 17 in The New England Journal of Medicine, the study tested how long

Sometimes a deep breath can do a lot more for your mental health than you might expect. In an Instagram post on Monday, Camila Cabello opened up about her personal struggles with anxiety and stress, citing mediation as a point of relief that better helps her to be at one with herself and the world

While we are always in awe of Trader Joe’s new products, fresh produce, and seasonal finds, right now we can’t seem to get over the brand’s high-protein “light” ice cream. With two different reduced-calorie protein-packed flavors to choose from, it really doesn’t get much better, does it? Think: indulging in a less fat, fewer calorie,

Here’s the thing about workout clothes: it feels like we just can’t get enough of them. There’s never a point when we say, this is it, because inevitably something starts to wear down, or there’s some new sweat-wicking innovation that you’ve got to have, or you just want something new to make you excited to

The 14 Yoga Stretches To Do Daily If You Want To Become More Flexible Make sure to nama-stay in each one for at least 30 seconds. Eve Lynn Chrust | 13 March 2020 SHARE THIS ON The best yoga stretches to do every day are the ones that can help you increase your flexibility and

I’ve lived with depression for many years now. At first I was ashamed of it, but eventually I learned to view it like any other condition. These days I’m pretty high functioning. At worst, my depression causes me to feel down for a couple hours or leave a pile of dishes in the sink for

From Adventure races that took over 30 hours to complete, to running the 68km Maxi Race — the Karoo Burn is still hands-down the toughest race I’ve competed in. That’s probably the exact reason why I loved it. Here’s what went down… The Karoo Burn Bicycling Magazine’s Karoo Burn is a 242km race from Calvinia

Let’s just establish that there are few things more pure than a dog working out with their human. Case in point: Magnus the Therapy Dog loyally assisting his owner in a solid full-body workout. One 30-second video and we’re falling head over heels. Just watch the clip and look at this good boy: holding knees

This may come as a surprise, but just like you wouldn’t go for a jog in your favourite pair of jeans (you, wouldn’t, right?) the sunglasses you wear lounging poolside are not good for outdoor workouts. Sporty sunnies are as fit for purpose as high-waisted leggings or a moisture-wicking t-shirt. And like the rest of

Image Source: Getty / Grant Halverson The NCAA tournaments are going to have a very different feel to them this year. On Wednesday, NCAA President Mark Emmert announced that due to concerns around coronavirus, also known as COVID-19, Division 1 men’s and women’s basketball tournaments will not be canceled but will be played without fans

When I was offered the chance to try out Emsculpt, a non-invasive body-sculpting treatment, at Dr Natalia Novikova, the Aesthetic Gynaecologist’s Cape Town practice (she’s also in Joburg!), I leapt at the opportunity. I mean, who doesn’t want to build muscle while lying down and catching up on your reading? Plus, one session on your

Let’s face it, we could all use a moment to destress and indulge in some self-care right about now. When the world around us feels chaotic, taking time for ourselves is all the more important for our mental and physical well being. So, this week, we’re making self-care a serious priority, and Urban Outfitters has

There’s no denying that, after four years without an album or even a single of his own, Justin Bieber is finally gracing us with feel-good hits we just want to move to. “Intentions” is no exception, and the Fitness Marshall, as they’ve done for many popular songs, recently released a dance workout set to this

There’s no denying that Simone Biles’s talent is out of this world, and naturally, when you’re thriving, people are going to try and stop your shine. A few weeks ago, Simone penned a letter discussing the competition of beauty in partnership with SK-II to challenge beauty standards. She explained that her experience with beauty ideals