Fitness

When you change your tampon or go to the bathroom on your period, you kind of get up-close and personal with your period blood, which can change from cycle to cycle. But maybe this time you notice something a little off-putting: the smell. “Menstrual blood contains blood and sloughing uterine lining tissue, thus it may

Join fitness personality and talk-show host Katie Austin for this 30-minute abs and booty workout with class members Nikita Chaudhry and Paris Nicole. This low-impact bodyweight routine starts with a couple of deep breaths before you move into a series of squats, arm reaches, side pulls, plank holds, leg lifts, and so much more. The

Have you ever been cold, but your body is profusely sweating? It’s a bizarre and unsettling feeling, but turns out this phenomenon, accurately known as cold sweats, is actually pretty common. Cold sweats are usually categorized by a sudden onset of clammy, cool perspiration, usually unrelated to external temperatures or activity levels, says Shoshana Ungerleider,

Most of my friends and family thought I was “off the wall,” but on my 35th birthday, I gifted myself my first skateboard. I’ve wanted to learn to skate since I was a kid, but most of my time and energy throughout my youth and early adulthood was dominated by pursuing a future in dance.

Periods can be messy — both figuratively and literally — and while some months you may experience a heavier or longer period, others may be super short with minimal bleeding. But how can you tell if your period is too short? For example, if your period only lasted two days instead of five, what does

If you’re a regular TikTok user, you likely remember the viral activewear sensation that took over last year: a figure-hugging activewear jacket from a popular high-end activewear label. The jacket’s design wasn’t groundbreaking, but it captured the attention of social media enthusiasts due to its ability to accentuate curves and create the illusion of a

Cilantro, the name commonly used to describe the stems and leaves of the coriander plant, is a staple in many cuisines, bringing delicious, citrusy flavor to everything from fresh salsas to curry. Or at least that’s true for most people. For others, cilantro tastes exactly like dish soap. Studies suggest that this aversion may be

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. When you’re working out from home, it helps to create a dedicated space for your home gym — but

Feeling stuck with your trusty X2000 smartwatch from way back when? Well, hold onto your wristbands because we’ve got 10 irresistible reasons to upgrade!  I can practically hear your inner sceptic saying, “Another upgrade? Seriously?” But let me tell you, I recently got my hands (or should I say, my wrist) on the Garmin Epix

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. My fail-safe workout outfit is a black tank top and black leggings. I know it’s kind of uninspired, but

Your belly button is one of those body parts that doesn’t get a lot of attention. But if you notice an odor wafting from down there, it’s more than understandable to wonder, “Why does my belly button smell bad?” Belly button smells aren’t overly common, but doctors say they do happen. For the record: This

Healing your relationship with food while trying to lose weight is no easy task. Just ask influencer Michaela Mallett, who’s known for her healthy eating hacks on Insta. She managed to heal her eating habits and shed 22kg in the process. Here’s how. The gain When Michaela Mallett, 28, signed up to study culinary arts,

We all know that taking care of our bodies is not just about looking good; it’s about feeling good, too. And who better to guide us on this journey to a healthier lifestyle than the TikTok sensation and fitness guru, Megan Shongwe? With over 5 million views on her videos and some groundbreaking fitness hacks,

Get your body moving with fitness trainer Khetanya Henderson, who will be leading this 10-minute arms workout joined by class members Tiff Marie and Paulyn Baens. In this routine, you’ll start with a quick warmup and move into working your shoulders, focusing on exercises like cross punches, plank walkouts, and shoulder taps, all to the

Cold and flu season is right around the corner, and fall is one of the worst seasons for allergies — meaning this time of year, it’s common to be dealing with a stuffy nose. And in the past, you’ve probably headed to the drugstore for a decongestant to get some relief. But according to the

Toloco Massage Gun ($40, originally $90) There’s a lot to love about the Toloco Massage Gun, which boasts more than 33,000 five-star ratings on Amazon, getting high marks for versatility, value, pain relief, and maneuverability. Made for deep-tissue massages, this cordless gun features seven speed levels with 10 different massage heads so you can curate

It doesn’t get any easier than tossing ingredients into a high-power blender and pressing a button when you need some food in your belly. Perhaps the ease of making smoothies is one reason they’re so popular. Combine the convenience factor with the ability to customize the concoctions with a wide variety of good-for-you foods and

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. No matter if you’re a beginner to yoga or a seasoned instructor, using a yoga block is a helpful

Representation affects everyone, even celebrities. On Sept. 14, Lili Reinhart shared her frustration with the lack of “average sized” bodies — specifically arms — shown in mainstream media, writing that she wishes she didn’t spend so much mental energy worrying about her body. “My body dysmorphia has been going crazy because I feel like my

Ever since I first started meal prepping in my early 20s, smoothies have been part of my weekly rotation. Green smoothies are one of my go-to breakfasts, and I love nothing more than a frosty protein shake after a sweaty workout. Naturally, I was thrilled to get to try out SharkNinja’s new Ninja Blast™ Portable