Fitness

Image Source: Oregon State Athletics Jade Carey is the reigning Olympic gold medalist on floor, but there was no guarantee she’d make a seamless transition to collegiate gymnastics. After all, she had to learn new routines and find out which tumbling passes she wanted to keep and which she wished to “water down” for floor

Heading out for a hike is the perfect way to spend time with your friends, family or yourself. But before you search for your nearest mountain, there are things you need to know about hiking backpacks. We’ve got the lowdown on what to look for in hiking backpacks, the best ones and the essentials you

All-or-nothing thinking is a common “trap” when it comes to exercise; often, people feel like they need to become an “exercise person,” commit to an aggressive plan, or spend hours in the gym to make it worth their while. In reality, you don’t need to move as much as you think to reap the truly

Ed Sheeran is getting vulnerable ahead of the release of his new album, “Subtract.” In a handwritten journal entry posted to Twitter and photographed by Annie Leibovitz, the singer-songwriter opened up about his tumultuous past year and mental health struggles, both of which influenced his latest album. “I had been working on Subtract for a

In today’s medical news, a highly contagious bacteria known as Shigella is in the spotlight and making its rounds across the country. It causes an infection known as shigellosis, resulting in bloody diarrhea and fever. And Shigella is estimated to cause at least 450,000 infections in the United States each year, according to the Centers

If you’re a mum-to-be, try this easy pregnancy workout to keep healthy and fit during pregnancy from Cotton On Body. This workout is low-impact, meaning it’s gentle on your body but still gets your heart pumping to stay healthy. The Easy Pregnancy Workout 1. Squats Sit back through your heels until your hips are nearly

Miley Cyrus could be called the queen of re-invention. From “Hannah Montana” Disney star to “Bangerz” wild child to “Malibu” romantic and now a millennial rock rebel, Cyrus is the perfect example of an ever-evolving artist. In a similar fashion, Cyrus’s wellness routine has changed over the years, too. The 30-year-old star isn’t always an

Hooray for longer days and warm sunshine! But if the saying “sun’s out, guns out” fills you with trepidation, don’t stress. Sculpting your biceps and triceps (the muscles at the front and back of your arms) with this arm sculpting workout will make your arms look more toned and reduce the appearance of arm flag. What’s more,

Friends don’t let friends talk badly about themselves — a fact Sheryl Lee Ralph reminded Lisa Ann Walter while filming “Abbott Elementary.” At the NAACP Image Awards on Feb. 25, Walter recalled how her costar doled out advice that helped her develop a more positive attitude towards her body. “Sheryl was the one who said

For those with a race coming up, here is a quick routine of running stretches that you should do the day before to get your body prepped for the race! This is especially important if: You’ve flown to the event and have been sitting in a cramped aeroplane seat. You’ve been tapering and your body is

Join fitness trainer Ashley Joi as she leads you through a 10-minute no-equipment workout designed to help you be quicker on your feet. Joi has programmed cross-training moves for runners, like lateral hurdle hops, burpees, fast feet, and jump squats — but these drills will prime your muscles for speed and agility whether you’re a

So you’re eating well and working out but that number on the scale still won’t budge. If you can’t lose weight, know this: a caloric deficit is the only way the number on the scale can drop. But sneaky lifestyle habits could be what’s getting between yourself and creating fewer calories in than calories out.

The first time I was a bride-to-be, a decade ago, I couldn’t admit to myself just how much peer pressure contributed to my desire to tie the knot. But at 29, having been with my then-partner for five years, and surrounded by friends and loved ones who were getting a ring on it and hustling

Ready to jump aboard the Pilates workout train? There’s a reason this exercise method is a favorite among celebrities and trainers alike: it’s generally low-impact and beginner-friendly, but offers tons of benefits. Try it with this full-body Pilates workout created by instructor Isa Welly. This routine will wake up muscles all over your body and

Image Source: Getty / Axelle / Bauer-Griffin / FilmMagic Paris Hilton has found her voice as an activist following last year’s Supreme Court decision to repeal Roe v. Wade, restricting women’s access to safe abortions. Since the historic ruling, the new mom has leveraged her platform as a businesswoman and media personality to advocate for

The term hospice care has been trending on Google and social media since it was recently announced that former president Jimmy Carter would be transitioning into it. Carter, 98, recently had several hospital stays and has been public about certain health conditions like melanoma (a skin cancer that spread to his brain and liver), per

Now more than ever, companies and brands are being held accountable for their diversity and inclusion efforts — and the same rings true for the fashion industry. Proper representation offers more opportunities for marginalized groups and the possibility for talent to be seen, especially in a visual medium like apparel. However, the fashion industry, like

Ayesha Curry has come a long way with her fitness journey, and now, she’s sharing her learnings. In a recent interview on “The Rachael Ray Show,” the television personality admitted that her progress was initially held back by unrealistic expectations and a sense of competition with her husband, basketball star Stephen Curry. “I feel like

Introducing the UA Flow Dynamic, Under Armour’s newest and most versatile training shoe yet. With the perfect combination of bounce, cushioning, support, and grip, this shoe is a game-changer for athletes looking to tackle any workout with ease and agility. When Apollo Brands PTY LTD (official distributor of Under Armour in South Africa) launches a

Miley Cyrus‘s sound has changed a lot over the years, as have her style, hair, and love interests. There were her pop-meets-occasional-hints-of-hidden-angst days during “Hannah Montana” (anyone else dance wildly around their bedroom to “7 Things” and “Fly on the Wall”?!). Then came the punk pixie-cut, “Wrecking Ball,” twerking-with-her-tongue-out “Bangerz” era, followed by experimental albums