NCAA gymnastics is a world of perfect 10s, team spirit, and crowd-pleasing floor routines that, on occasion, go massively viral. UCLA senior Nia Dennis has twice lit up the internet with powerhouse performances that paid homage to Black music and culture. Dennis’s 2020 routine was sheer “Black Excellence,” as now-VP Kamala Harris tweeted — with
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You can hear it in her voice. Megan Halicek speaks of pole dance with undeniable fervor because, well, it changed her life. She is among the group of women highlighted in Strip Down, Rise Up, a Netflix documentary out Feb. 5 that showcases the world of pole in all its forms: fitness, artistry, competition, empowerment.
Trends in wellness ebb and flow, but getting rejuvenating sleep has now moved beyond the fad stage and into a full-on movement. Everyone I talk to is obsessed with their sleep quality, getting to sleep faster, and making the most of their downtime. Now, I can count myself as one of those people, when an
It doesn’t matter whether you’ve never done Pilates in your life or you’ve spent years on the mat. Pilates teacher Isa Welly created this 20-minute morning Pilates routine for all levels, so if you’ve always wanted to try the low-impact workout modality, now’s your chance! This is a full-body Pilates flow that starts off nice
No workout wardrobe is complete without a great pair of leggings. No matter what activity you love doing, be it a run or a yoga session, you belong in cute leggings. We don’t ask for all that much when it comes to our leggings — we just want them to be flattering and functional. But,
Morgan Bullock first started taking dance classes when she was three years old and fell in love with Irish dance when she was 10. Now, at 21, she’s recognized as one of the top 50 dancers at the World Irish Dance Championships. She’s been invited by the Prime Minister of Ireland to perform at their
Before we explain why Ashton Edwards is such a groundbreaking ballet dancer, give us a second to define some ballet terminology. You’ve probably heard the phrase “on pointe,” which refers to the style of ballet in which dancers support all their weight on the tips of their toes. It’s also a style we see performed
It’s not easy to share any kind of health journey on social media, which is why we’re always grateful when the one and only Lizzo takes a moment to drop her latest vegan recipe recommendations or give an honest update about her mental health. Today, Lizzo opened up about learning to love a part of
It’s most common to sneeze from a tickle in your nose or to feel stuffy and irritable when you have a cold, but if you ever find yourself sneezing at the dinner table, you’re not alone — and oddly enough, your symptoms probably have nothing do with allergies. Here’s what’s actually happening and why you
Body positivity was created in the 1960s by Black, queer women looking for a space to celebrate their marginalized bodies, a space where anyone who didn’t fit society’s strict beauty standards could belong. Like many other parts of feminist history, the movement was eventually hijacked by average-sized white women with hourglass figures, whose focus on
It’s hard to beat the convenience of one-click ordering online and have shampoo, paper towels, and a $20 sweater delivered to your doorstep in two days. But if 2020 has taught me anything, it’s that small businesses are the backbone of the community. It’s what makes New York City the greatest city in the world:
If you want that deep muscle burn, and you want it with low-impact, low-space moves that require little to no equipment, give barre a try. It’s one of our favorite styles of training to challenge your muscles, balance, and stamina, and you don’t need much more than your bodyweight and some sweat. OK, maybe a
After an iconic halftime performance from J Lo and Shakira last year, The Weeknd will be performing at Super Bowl LV on Feb. 7. With his melodic vocals and bold public statements, we can’t wait to see what he has in store for us. Check out a workout playlist comprised of upbeat hit songs from
As the weather gets colder, it can be difficult to push yourself to go on daily walks, let alone complete a full-body workout. Finding a routine that checks all the boxes — effective, no-equipment, upbeat — is key to getting over the mid-winter workout slump. That’s where STRONG Nation™ comes in. STRONG Nation™ is a
Let’s get February started in the best way: with four brand-new and ultra-intense workouts, all going live on our Instagram page and YouTube channel this week. We’ll start with barre sculpt on Monday, then stretch it out with some yoga, and finally ramp up your heart rate with kickboxing and HIIT before the end of
If you’ve ever sat down to watch Netflix, blinked, and realized you just spent three hours admiring Regé-Jean Page on Bridgerton, then you know how easy it is to lose track of time. Most nights, I dream of big plans for the next day — wake up at 6 a.m., work out, drink tons of
Some experts are debating whether you should avoid alcohol before and after you get the COVID-19 vaccine because of how it might impact your immune response. But one doctor we spoke to offered a different reason you might want to skip the drinks around the time of your vaccination: alcohol could increase the likelihood that
I’ve been a vegetarian for years, and it’s not because I adore nuts and leafy greens — in fact, pizza and donuts are among my favorite foods. Fortunately, there are lots of ways to get the nutrients your body needs. Since I stopped eating meat in 2016, I’ve learned how to sneak nutrition into meals
There’s nothing wrong with setting lofty fitness goals for yourself, but what happens when you fall behind, start skipping workouts, or lose motivation? What if you’re too daunted to even start? It’s amazing how quickly fitness stops feeling fun and starts to become a chore. That’s why we came up with POPSUGAR’s first-ever 28-Day Fitness
I suffered a miscarriage in my first trimester and that loss has shaped and changed who I am at my core. So much of who I was before this loss is unrecognizable to me, and I’m realizing that I can’t go back to the “before” version of myself no matter how hard I try. There
It’s physically impossible to choose a favorite cast member from We Are: The Brooklyn Saints, but if we had to, Coach Gawuala would be right up there. He’s the beating heart of the Saints’ nine-and-under football team, and you can see it every time he’s on screen, leading cheers, coaching the boys through losses, and
I’ve tried to like cooking. I really have. I’ve perused healthy food blogs. I’ve bought fancy cookbooks. I’ve even made several Pinterest boards declaring that I’m going to make these “Healthy Eats,” “Paleo Recipes,” or “Cast-Iron Creations.” What usually ends up happening is I wait until it’s 8 p.m. after a long work day, and
Image Source: Getty / NKS_Imagery When my twin sister got the first dose of the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine at the end of December, she kept noting that her armpit felt swollen. It was similar to the soreness experienced with an ingrown hair, but was deeper and there was more of a lump. She called it
When you hit a fitness plateau — or you’re just bored with your regular workout routine — and want to amp things up, try using resistance bands! These stretchy yet firm bands go around your thighs, calves, ankles, feet, hands, or arms to make every movement more challenging. In fact, resistance bands are just as