Fitness

Ozempic has been a buzzy medication for more than a year. The prescription type 2 diabetes drug caught fire on social media after people said they lost significant amounts of weight on it. Then, a slew of speculation surfaced online that certain celebrities were using Ozempic off-label for weight loss. The medication has faced shortages

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. Whether you’re low on home gym space or you want to fit in a workout while traveling, resistance-band workouts

Adding chia seeds or flaxseeds to smoothies, protein balls, and oatmeal isn’t new. People have been leaning on these seeds for ages to give their recipes a boost of nutrients in a low-effort way, hoping that these simple additions can give their bodies a boost of nutrients to support certain aspects of their health. But

In 2019, when I was 38 years old, I decided to get a preventative mastectomy. I didn’t come to my decision overnight, though. My family history played a huge part. My mother had passed away at age 68 after a three-year battle with stage 4 metastatic breast cancer exactly a year prior. Her youngest sister

In April, the US Anti-Doping Agency (USADA) announced that US long jumper Tara Davis-Woodhall was stripped of her recent national indoor title and hit with a one-month suspension after a positive test for cannabis. The positive sample was collected after she won the long-jump event at the 2023 USA Track and Field Indoor Championships on

You already know that cardio is good for you. Research has long shown that revving your heart rate regularly can keep your cells and blood sugar healthy, strengthen your ticker, boost your mood and so much more. Luckily, reaping the benefits is super simple; like, “don’t even have to leave the house” simple. Even without any equipment

Over the past few years, the conversation around period care in sports has gone from a complete whisper to a quiet hum. We’ve seen pro athletes openly talk about managing their cycles while staying active; coaches have synced workouts with players’ cycles; and some teams are even beginning to ditch white uniforms, so athletes can

Trainer Raneir Pollard brings the heat in just 30 minutes with this fiery full-body weighted workout, joined by Poofy Moffitino and Leilani Terris. The high-energy session is guaranteed to make you break a sweat and challenge your strength, all while you have a little fun. You’ll target your abs, hit your arms, then burn out

Pancreatitis has been in the news cycle lately as celebrities like Travis Barker and Maria Menounous have opened up about their health complications with pancreatitis and pancreatic cancer, respectively. Pancreatitis can be a serious and painful experience. The condition occurs when the pancreas (an organ that produces enzymes to help the body digest its food)

Join host, choreographer, and content creator Sheela Awe for a 10-minute TikTok-inspired dance workout with Lilian Gonzalez and Melissa Westlake. You’ll do a quick warmup then get your heart rate up with some of the internet’s most popular TikTok moves, like the citirokk, booty pops, body rolls, and so much more. Don’t worry if it’s

It’s easy to assume Pilates mats are all made the same, but much like a comfortable pair of running shoes or a sports bra that’s actually supportive, the right one can be a game changer for your practice. Whether you are new to Pilates or have been doing it for years, a good mat is

Roohi Jeelani, MD, a Chicago-based reproductive endocrinologist, was around 14 years old when her mom noticed that she wasn’t getting her period. While it’s not unusual to get your first period in your mid-teens — according to research published in the National Library of Medicine, menarche, or the first menstrual period, typically occurs between the

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. Sometimes, finding the motivation to work out can be just as hard — if not harder — than doing

PS: How does Jess King and her style influence the Brittany Allen x Peloton collab? BA: Jess King is the perfect muse. She was the first one to take a chance on me when I had nothing. I hadn’t dressed anyone with a large following, and she must have known that we are the same

Like tomatoes, avocados are also technically a fruit but are counted among the vegetables by the USDA. Avocados are a great source of healthy fats, fiber, potassium, and vitamin E. Fats have a longer transit time through our digestive tract, Taylor Fazio, RD, CDN, a registered dietitian and wellness advisor at The Lanby in New

Melly Testa was used to questions — specifically unanswered questions — about their breast. By 2011, the 41-year-old artist had already spent three years navigating doctors, alarming symptoms, and inconclusive tests. But finally, and at the urging of a concerned nurse practitioner, Testa was going to get their answer. It was back in 2008 that

Boric acid suppositories have been popping up on TikTok left and right. And if you’re someone who gets yeast infections from time to time or has dealt with bacterial vaginosis, you may be wondering whether or not this vaginal suppository can work for you. Boric acid vaginal suppositories can be useful for some people when

If you’re anything like me, you’re obsessed with finding new ways to move your body and improve your overall quality of life. Roughly a year and a half ago, I began going to physical therapy because I was experiencing knee pain. My therapist would have me walk backward on the treadmill — also known as

Ah, pickleball. If you’re a fan of the mega popular sport like Olivia Culpo and Stephen Colbert, the word “dink shot” or any pickleball paraphernalia can make you smile. What can take the smile away just as quickly is an injury or bad set made from wearing the wrong shoes. “I’ve witnessed a significant number

Dealing with a bout of constipation is never fun, but thankfully, there are solutions to this problem that can be easily found in your kitchen. There are plenty of constipation-relieving ingredients you can incorporate into your diet in the form of a meal or snack you already know and love — that’s right, we’re talking