Fitness

Nightmares are terrifying enough on their own, but anxiety never seems to make dreams much sweeter. In my own experience, anxiety-induced nightmares may include illness, crawling bugs, or even someone breaking into my house — all of which cause me to wake up in the middle of the night, heart racing, and anxiety spiraling out

Getty Images | Petar Tutundziev / 500pxGetty Images | Petar Tutundziev / 500px One of the beautiful things about TikTok is that within the hundreds of millions of active users, you can find little communities that seem to speak directly to you. The mental health community in particular has been using the platform to share

Every editorial product is independently selected by our editors. If you buy something through our links, we may earn commission. Gap is one of our go-to stores for scoring high-quality (and stylish!) workout gear. The brand’s pieces aren’t just top-notch, but just like Gap’s sister brand, Old Navy, you can almost always score some really

Megan Thee Stallion has three Grammys, writes songs that top the charts on the regular, sells out arenas, and just generally has a lot going for her. As for me, sometimes just getting out of bed is enough of an accomplishment. Ever since the passing of my uncle, who had been my father figure throughout

Building a bigger butt has definitely become a trend, and as a trainer, I’m not entirely opposed to it. That’s because consistently doing exercises focusing on the glute muscles will strengthen and activate those muscles, which overall is a great thing. When your glute muscles are firing properly (which is what it means to have

The WNBA draft may be over, but the conversations about it are still swirling. Amid the discussions about the prospects of this year’s rookie class and the draftees’ stunning orange carpet looks, one more upsetting narrative is getting attention again — and it involves salary. First-round pick standout Caitlin Clark is expected to make $338,056

If you’re looking to get into breathwork, this one’s for you. Guided by breathwork specialist Kristina Joy, this 5-minute practice will guide you through a breathing technique called “box breath,” or “16 seconds to calm.” Once you master this quick and calming trick, it can help reduce stress any time and anywhere. Joy will start

For the past few months, I’ve been feeling a little . . . blah. As we emerge from the dark depths of winter, I’m ready to leave my bed rotting era behind and become a brand-new person — specifically, a brand-new person when it comes to my health. While I know the main things I

Start in a plank position, with palms spread out evenly and your shoulders over your wrists and legs out behind you. Pull your belly button in, and keep your back straight. As you lower and exhale, bend your elbows outward to the sides. Hold at the bottom before you raise back up to complete one

I was in the middle of a dramatic breakup when Taylor Swift’s “All Too Well (10 Minute Version)” came out, and I’ll never forget scream-singing about the patriarchy in the back of a car with my best friends. I still look back on the memory of that ride as a breakthrough moment in my healing

Are you on the hunt for a comfy pair of new running shoes? Or maybe you’re after your very first pair and don’t know where to start? Perhaps you’re overwhelmed with the sheer volume of new takkies dropping seemingly weekly. Wherever you are in your running journey, we’re here to help you. There are so

This informational guide, part of POPSUGAR’s Condition Center, lays out the realities of this health concern: what it is, what it can look like, and strategies that medical experts say are proven to help. You should always consult your doctor regarding matters pertaining to your health and before starting any course of medical treatment. You

Excitement for the 2024 WNBA season is at an all time high, following April 15’s WNBA draft, where collegiate players including Caitlin Clark, Angel Reese, and Cameron Brink were offered their bids. Coming off a record-breaking NCAA women’s tournament, fans are eager to see the rookies play; so much so, that WNBA ticket sales are

If you’re curious about all the Solidcore hype, but you’re feeling rather intimidated by the thought of a navigating a Pilates reformer machine in a dark, blue-lit studio with thumping music, we get it. That’s why we pulled together a primer for Solidcore beginners: so you can get familiar with what Solidcore is ahead of

This informational guide, part of POPSUGAR’s Condition Center, lays out the realities of this health concern: what it is, what it can look like, and strategies that medical experts say are proven to help. You should always consult your doctor regarding matters pertaining to your health and before starting any course of medical treatment. For

Every editorial product is independently selected by our editors. If you buy something through our links, we may earn commission. As a person with a chronic illness, my nightstand is neatly lined with bottles of medication, medical tape, and topical pain relief. Notably missing is a fluorescent green pickle-flavored multivitamin. “I feel like you have

Every editorial product is independently selected by our editors. If you buy something through our links, we may earn commission. While staying hydrated is key to a successful workout, water alone doesn’t always cut it. At the same time, fueling your fitness with a sugary, artificial drink in the name of electrolytes can actually feel

“Came to LSU my freshman year and we made history,” is not only a line in Flau’jae Johnson’s 13-song mixtape “4 My Fans.” It’s also an accurate description of the rapper and LSU basketball player’s life since she won the 2023 NCAA championship as LSU’s All-American guard. Since those lyrics became a reality, the 5-foot-10

It’s never too early to start getting in the Olympic spirit. With the 2024 Summer Olympics quickly approaching, now feels like an appropriate time to look back at record-breaking performances, incredible acts of teamwork, and even headline-making controversies. Unlike Olympic athletes who spend their entire lives training for such moments, we have a slightly different

Strengthen your glutes and feel the burn throughout your entire lower body with this fiery 15-minute workout. Presented by BODYARMOR Zero Sugar, this quick class draws inspiration from barre to lengthen your muscles and help you build strength using only your bodyweight. Although the individual exercises might look simple, they pack a serious punch as