Fitness

The transition from being a star collegiate athlete to a rookie on a professional team can be rocky, regardless of your sport or your gender. But in the small and hyper-competitive WNBA (just twelve teams with twelve players each) — that transition can be especially challenging. Often, teams only have capacity to sign one or

This quick 15-minute morning workout ticks a few boxes: it starts off gentle, then kicks into gear with some moves that’ll get your heart revving just enough to kick-start your day. And yes, working out in the morning is a great idea. “If you work out before your day distracts you, your chances of exercising

At the 2024 Paralympic Games this month, wheelchair basketball player Courtney Ryan is competing on the US women’s national team for a shot at gold. But prior to her Paralympic run, the California native played for the Sydney Metro Blues in Australia. That’s because despite boasting some of the best wheelchair basketball athletes in the

In Paris, the final day of the Olympic Games for Team USA Women’s Gymnastics took an unexpected turn for one gymnast in particular — Jordan Chiles. During the women’s floor exercise final event on Aug. 5, Team USA put on a strong showing — and so did several other gymnasts, including Rebecca Andrade with Team

You’ve started your running journey and you’ve just signed up for a new race when it hits you: do you have the best running shoes for that distance? Right now, they might be feeling a little thin after all that training. Believe it or not, the right shoe for your distance does more than get

There’s nothing wrong with wanting to stay consistent, especially when it comes to working out. In fact, building good habits is key when it comes to meeting your fitness goals. That said, rest days are an important part of any well-rounded, sustainable training program — even though they tend to get overlooked. While taking time

The Olympics brings the world’s greatest athletic talents to the same stage, creating an unique energy that’s based on equal parts competitive spirit and genuine admiration. And this year, a new sport is entering the international arena: breaking, commonly known as breakdancing, is the newest Olympic sport, after having been added to the Paris 2024

Got some aches and pains from running? Here’s how to determine just what damage you’ve done… As any runner knows, running is a lifestyle. Unfortunately, injuries have been known to sideline as many as 50 percent of runners each year, per studies. That’s a whole bunch of unhappy people… That’s why we’ve sourced the ultimate

Get into the groove with a jazz-funk dance class, led by choreographer Frank Soares. This dance workout is only 10 minutes long, making it perfect for those who love all things hairography, but also have a busy schedule. Assisted by Suzie Elia and Mina Huynh Artis, the first part of this video starts with some

We know the importance of rest and recovery, but when you love fitness — or being active is part of your job — it can be hard to slow down. That’s even true when you’re recovering from a cold, a bout of allergies, or COVID. Although anxiety may tempt you to hit the gym as

While each product featured is independently selected by our editors, we may include paid promotion. If you buy something through our links, we may earn commission. Read more about our Product Review Guidelines here. Just like fashion and beauty trends, water bottle fads come and go with a vengeance. If you’re part of the hydration-obsessed

The Olympics this year have felt like the summer boon we all needed. They brought us sweet moments like the historic podium bow to Rebeca Andrade by Simone Biles and Jordan Chiles. We got to see Snoop Dogg and Martha Stewart in some truly iconic equestrian gear. And we got to see that French pole

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. Pickleball paddles are kind of a big dill. Considering it’s become one of the trendiest sports of the year,

Volleyball is one of the most eagerly anticipated events at the Olympic and Paralympic Games, so it’s a good time to brush up on the rules of sitting volleyball. According to World ParaVolley, the fast-paced, physical sport is played by over 10,000 athletes. It was officially added to the Paralympics during the Arnhem 1980 Games,

Tara Davis-Woodhall has two words on her mind for the Paris 2024 Olympics: unfinished business. After placing second at the 2023 World Athletics Championships in the long jump, the track and field athlete says she’ll won’t settle for anything less than gold if she makes it to Paris. She’s confident she can get there, too

2024 has been a landmark year for women’s basketball, on the court and in fashion. From the recent WNBA All-Star game, to the WNBA draft, to the WNBA game day tunnel ‘fits, the excitement around the players’ personal style has never been higher. As we know, popular players have always risen to celebrity status, not

Medicine ball slams may seem daunting. But once you get the hang of the exercise, it might become your new favorite move to try out at the gym. That’s because besides being an effective way to build strength, medicine ball slams are actually kind of fun. And if you’re having a stressful day, you may

There are many reasons to do this home booty workout: sitting all day? You’ll need this. Chasing a new PB? This booty workout is for you. Want to grow those glutes? Right this way! And it matters more than aesthetics: a stronger butt creates more stability and lessens back pain. In short, your booty was

Greek yogurt is not exactly a new product popping up on store shelves nor is it a shopping list staple that’s suddenly having a moment (à la cottage cheese). But what the dairy product might lack in novelty or trendiness, it makes up for in nutrition and benefits — and no amount of virality on

This year’s Olympic gymnastics were full of emotional moments, but one of the most powerful actually took place off the mat. On Aug. 5, Team USA’s Simone Biles and Jordan Chiles shared the first all-Black podium in Olympic gymnastics history, alongside Brazil’s Rebeca Andrade. With Andrade taking home the gold medal for women’s floor exercise,