Fitness

Running and jumping are surefire ways to get your heart rate going, but high-impact cardio workouts like these can also put a ton of stress on the body, which is why fitness pros suggest taking 48-hour breaks between high-intensity, high-impact workouts, or roughly two to three times per week. “If you train using high impact regularly, adding some

When I walked into Planned Parenthood the Summer before moving off to college, my mind was set on leaving with a packet of birth control pills — but after looking through a pamphlet detailing other methods of contraception, I decided on what seemed like a better option: the progestin-only birth control implant. If you’re unfamiliar,

So, awkward question… How are those New Year’s resolutions coming along? If your answer is somewhere between “not so great” and “distant memory”, you’re not alone. According to U.S. News, approximately 80% of resolutions fail by the second week of February. And with the year that was January finally behind us, the clock is ticking.

Between the fatigue, bloating, and cramps, that time of the month is already unpleasant. But if you frequently feel sick in the days leading up to your period — we’re talking chills, body aches, a stuffy nose, even nausea and diarrhea — you’re not alone, and there’s science to explain why. It all comes down

Learning how to lose fat and gain muscle at the same time isn’t easy. But according to experts it can be done — and, what’s more, it’s actually more beneficial and sustainable for your body in the long run. Phil Catudal, personal trainer and nutrition expert, can speak to this. “It’s called body recomposition, and

It seemed like a good idea at the time: that extra glass (or three) of wine, that round of shots as the bar was closing, that fourth pitcher of margaritas on girls’ night out. But then, the payback. Your head is pounding, your stomach is rolling in the deep, and your mouth tastes and feels

The countdown to the new year has begun. As we move toward the end of 2019, it’s time to whip out your notebook and consider ways to improve your life next year. If you’re hoping to be happier and healthier than ever (and who isn’t?), be sure to add some self-care to your list. “Self-care

Billie Eilish made history for being the youngest artist to receive nominations in — and then sweep — the four biggest Grammy categories: album of the year, record of the year, song of the year, and best new artist. She’s also the first woman and second person ever to win all four in the same

Hanging out on the couch the day after an intense workout may seem like the best way to give your muscles some time to recover, but you might be surprised to learn that your body will actually bounce back better if you keep it moving by opting to engage in an active recovery activity instead.

Nothing is worse than waking up 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 and sheets before you try (try!) to drift back to sleep. But that’s exactly what 10 to 60 percent of the population experiences each

Have you started your #NewYearNewYou fitness regime and grinding hard, but not seeing results as quickly as you thought you would? Join the queue. Time to PumpHIITup! While getting in shape is a process that doesn’t offer an overnight reward; there are a few fitness boosting ‘cheats’ that can help speed things up. One such

Best friends Karena Dawn and Katrina Scott founded Tone It Up back in 2009 and, more than a decade later, the trainers are overwhelmed by the community of strong women they’ve inspired to get moving. After a workout event at New York City’s Energi, Karena told POPSUGAR she firmly believes that the community of Tone

If you’re looking to increase your upper body strength, look no further than the Arnold press. And before you ask, yes, the exercise gets its name from Arnold Schwarzenegger (a.k.a. The Terminator). No, it will not pump you up like the former bodybuilder-turned-actor-turned-governor or California. One thing it will do? Push your upper body to

Every year, millions of Americans set out to tackle their resolutions. Losing weight often tops the list, but by February, our willpower begins to fade, and suddenly, it isn’t so hard to find an open machine at the gym. Most of us abandon our resolutions before they’re accomplished, myself included. But this year, I’m doing

When Lucinda Viljoen embarked on her fitness journey, she slowly found that her restrictive eating and over-exercising was pushing her further to the lighter end of the scale. Tired of the negative impact it was having on her health, she decided to switch things up. With the help of weight training, yoga, moderation and pure

Prioritizing your well-being is always a good idea, but sometimes it can get expensive, and that’s not fun. But, fear not. We found some items we use on the daily, and others we’ve been wanting to try, that will seriously up our wellness game. The best part is, not one of them is over $50.

A few months ago, I made a commitment to complete a 30-day yoga challenge. I mostly hoped to find some quiet time for myself, every single day, in the midst of my often chaotic schedule. I had practiced yoga before, but never consistently — I would take classes when I could afford it, or pull

We’re slap-bang in the middle of Summer, and unless you’re running early in the morning or the evening — chances are you’re running right under the scorching sun. Generally, runs done in the heat tend to be harder and take a lot out of you… there’s a reason for this. Biokineticist Travis Michelson says that

Chicken is such a solid healthy protein option — and the most reliable protein to include in your weekly meal prep. We always do, but to be totally honest, cooking the same chicken, broccoli, and rice week after week can get really boring, really fast. We’re pretty sure you feel the same, so we’re swooping

Raise your hand if you’ve found your cardio routines getting stale. I’m sadly one of those people; even as a fitness editor, I find myself going back to the same boring cardio workouts: slogging for 30 minutes on the Stairmaster, trying to make it a few miles on the treadmill, or getting burned out at