Fitness

We can always count on running to deliver a mental-health lift — nothing beats that “runner’s high” endorphin rush. The heart-pumping cardio workout is also great for your heart and lung health, and based on soreness after long or fast runs, it’s safe to say your legs and glutes are getting a pretty good workout,

As POPSUGAR editors, we independently select and write about stuff we love and think you’ll like too. If you buy a product we have recommended, we may receive affiliate commission, which in turn supports our work. It’s hard to deny that bike shorts are having a moment. There’s a real demand for cute workout shorts,

I’m still relatively new to therapy, but already I’ve noticed how easy it is to get overwhelmed during my sessions. I have a few specific tendencies that get in my way: I want to say all the right things to my therapist and I get nervous about asking questions. Sometimes I get caught up in

Whether you’re a long-distance runner, you alternate studio workouts with outdoor runs, or you’re new to running altogether, one thing is for certain: you need a kickass playlist. Few things can get you as amped to run as the right combination of songs. There are so many great playlists out there that are tailored to

I vividly remember when I first began craving fruit during a workout: I was 14 and trying out for the field hockey team. It was blisteringly hot that day, and as I tried to prove myself on the field, I couldn’t stop dreaming about a post-workout smoothie. I wanted something cold, of course, but I

As POPSUGAR editors, we independently select and write about stuff we love and think you’ll like too. If you buy a product we have recommended, we may receive affiliate commission, which in turn supports our work. If you’re buying new sneakers, you want them to be both functional and stylish. There’s nothing worse than a

I’ve never really associated exercise with a feeling of pleasure. Which isn’t to say I don’t enjoy working out — I love the sweat, the burning muscles, the racing heart, the endorphins. It’s satisfying and empowering. But pleasure feels like something different, with a different set of connotations; to feel pleasure is to feel sexy,

If you’re like the majority of people who menstruate, getting your period can only mean one thing: the cramps are next. Period pain is most often caused by chemicals called prostaglandins, which trigger the muscles and blood vessels of the uterus to contract. The cramps that occur as a result usually last for the first

Editor’s Note: We at POPSUGAR recognize that people of many genders and identities have menstrual cycles. This particular story includes language from experts who generally refer to people with menstrual cycles as women. During the menstrual cycle, there’s quite a bit going on within the body. You might experience headaches, cramp-y discomfort in your lower

Image Source: Getty If you’ve ever watched the NBC sci-fi series “Heroes,” then you’re probably familiar with the oft-repeated mantra “save the cheerleader, save the world.” But at Thursday night’s NCAA Tournament game between Indiana and Saint Mary’s, two cheerleaders were the ones who saved the world — well, at least the game — after

Image Source: Getty / Icon Sportswire On March 17, swimmer Lia Thomas, a fifth-year senior at the University of Pennsylvania, became the first transgender athlete to win an NCAA Division I title in any sport. She clinched victory in the women’s 500-yard freestyle at the 2022 NCAA DI Women’s Swimming and Diving Championships. She was

At what point did we stop celebrating any accolade besides a gold medal? That’s a question Hilary Knight has asked herself since she and US women’s hockey earned silver at the Beijing Winter Olympics last month. “I think that’s the hard part. The expectation is always to win a gold medal, and anything short, especially

If you’ve already received two doses of a Moderna or Pfizer COVID vaccine, plus a booster, you may be wondering if you’ll need to get a fourth shot — especially in light of the recent news of rising case counts in Europe. Vaccine makers already seem to be preparing for the need for a second

In the same way that a proper pair of running shoes can improve your stride, and a stylish matching set can motivate you to go to the gym, the right fitness app can help you get into your best shape. If you’re feeling a little lost at the gym, or just want to step up

We’re not saying you have to look like you’re about to walk a catwalk when you get into your gym gear, but it seriously helps. Not even a good pre-workout beats the motivation that a cute new gym set or pair of trainers can give you to get up and work out. And we have

CrossFit workouts are known to be basic, yet fast-paced, intense, and brutal — after all, that’s why people are drawn to them in the first place. Pushing yourself to these levels pump up your adrenaline, making you stronger both mentally and physically. While there are many types of workouts well-known by the CrossFit community (often

The last time many of us saw Mikaela Shiffrin, she was navigating the bumpy road of her third Olympics, which saw the skier struggle in all of her events and leave the Games without a medal. There was no time to mope, however, and Shiffrin doesn’t seem the type for it anyway. “There was so

Brittney Griner, an American basketball player for the Phoenix Mercury WNBA team, was detained this past February at a Russian airport after Russian officials claimed they found vape cartridges containing hashish oil (or hash oil) in her luggage. Now, Russian state news agencies are reporting that her detention has been extended to May, according to

As POPSUGAR editors, we independently select and write about stuff we love and think you’ll like too. If you buy a product we have recommended, we may receive affiliate commission, which in turn supports our work. As a former competitive swimmer, trust me when I say that investing in a durable pair of swim goggles

A home workout plan hits hard, if you know what you’re doing. While you’ll probs pick up a few tips from watching others in the gym/asking staff for help (when you’re not catching your breath/wiping sweat from your eyes, obvs), you’re kinda going it alone in your living room. Would WH let you do that, though? To hell we