Some menstrual cup users claim they may never turn back to tampons. And when you look at the benefits of using a menstrual cup during your period, you can understand why. For starters, many can be worn for up to 12 hours, as opposed to tampons, which have to be changed every eight hours. They’re
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It’s been two years since the best of collegiate gymnastics went head to head in one arena for national titles — and the 2021 NCAA Women’s Gymnastics Championships did not disappoint. It was a close competition (mere tenths of a point separated the first- and second-place teams), but on April 17, the University of Michigan
When it’s arm day, you’re probably so focused on working on your upper body that you might not realize that many exercises work not only your biceps, triceps, lats, back, and shoulders, but also your core. Nike trainer and Muay Thai boxer Nesrine Dally shows you how to work your arms and core at the
No matter your age, race, gender identity, or body type, there’s a good chance you’ve looked in the mirror and dealt with some degree of insecurity or poor body image. For me, it became an everyday occurrence: looking at myself was a chore, and my Google search history was plagued with links to obscure weight
Period blood can be a bit of a chameleon. Depending on the day of your period, it may be bright red, deep red, or even dark brown and may even smell slightly acidic. But period blood also has the potential to change consistency — sometimes taking the form of small, gel-like blood clots. If you’ve
If you’re looking to lose weight, combining cardio with strength training is effective and recommended by trainers. And walking is one of the best forms of cardio you can do for weight loss because it’s low-impact and easy to do anywhere — even indoors! Canfitpro-certified personal trainer and kinesiologist Johanna Sophia (growwithjo on YouTube) knows
As more and more people are able to get the COVID-19 vaccine, a new set of questions has emerged about how to handle your vaccination card. While there’s been some debate about whether or not to laminate the card, there seems to be a growing consensus that less permanent protection is better. (After all, you
We experience pain and grief throughout our lives, from minor heartbreaks to monumental losses. Getting past that hurt can be difficult, but it’s important that you take steps to safeguard your mental health and well-being, instead of continuing to dwell on the past. Before you can let go of that pain, you first have to
Nike gave us our first glimpse of the Team USA Olympic uniforms last year (haven’t stopped thinking about that all-white podium look since, TBH), and now Ralph Lauren is following suit, unveiling the official closing ceremony outfits that Team USA will rock this August in Tokyo. And yes, they’re as fresh, clean, and classic as
If you’ve been diagnosed with an iron deficiency, your doctor may have recommended that you begin taking an iron supplement in order to get your levels within a healthy range. Of course, you want to make sure you’re taking iron pills in a way that will maximize absorption, because the most common symptoms of iron
Volleyball is one of the marquee events at the Summer Olympics, but if you only watch the sport every four years, you might have some questions about how the game works and how it’s scored. Never fear: we’ve got you covered, with an easy-to-follow guide that will help you watch the Tokyo Games like a
It was day seven of Caroline Marks‘s Australian quarantine, and the strain was starting to feel real. “The trickiest part,” the surfer told POPSUGAR, “is just not being able to go out.” Marks entered a two-week quarantine at her hotel on March 11, in compliance with Australia’s COVID-19 protocols. All of the World Surf League
Avocados are undeniably delicious, but because they’re loaded with fats — and for a long time, fats were viewed as unhealthy — you might be worried that you could overdo it, especially if you’re trying to lose weight. And who could blame you? Avocado is so versatile that you could eat it every day —
Where my little ladies at? As a 5’2″ fitness addict who is currently wearing a size 23 petite pair of jeans (that almost needed hemming), I feel your struggle when it comes to finding the perfect pair of running tights that don’t need to be cuffed four or five times or a long-sleeved active tee
If you’re trying to lose weight, trainers recommend workouts that combine cardio with strength training. NASM-certified personal trainer Sydney Cummings has you covered with this 30-minute cardio and abs workout. You’ll perform two exercises in a three-minute circuit in a ladder style. As Cummings explains in the video, a ladder-style workout means you’ll complete two
If you find it hard to carve out time for a workout — or could just use a quick stretch to ease muscle tension and feel more calm and centered — these 10-minute yoga sequences are for you. Yoga is great for strength and flexibility, as well as your mood, and you don’t need an
Actress, singer, and producer Corinne Foxx is a triple threat, and she also lives with an anxiety disorder that she was diagnosed with at age 14. On April 12, she guest starred on Dr. Deepika Chopra’s Dear Media podcast Looking Up to discuss her journey with mental health and prove that being successful and living
Hideki Matsuyama became Japan’s first golfer to win a major at the 2021 Masters over the weekend. On April 11, alongside his caddie, Shota Hayafuji, the 29-year-old bested American Will Zalatoris to receive the acclaimed Green Jacket at the Augusta National Golf Club. Matsuyama is the first Asian-born champion of the Masters tournament. Tiger Woods,
No matter what sport you’re tuning into, you’ll always see the best of the best break away from the pack to solidify themselves as truly great. Take Simone Biles: she’s arguably the greatest gymnast of all time. She already has four skills named after her, meaning she was the first to land them successfully in
There’s no bad time to sweat it out, in our opinion, but if you like to schedule your workouts in advance, grab your calendar: we’ve got three live routines coming up this week on our Instagram page and YouTube channel, and you’re not gonna want to miss out. What’s coming up? Cardio, kickboxing, low-impact Pilates,
What is toxic positivity, and why exactly is the “good vibes only” mantra harmful to your health? Toxic positivity is the belief that no matter how difficult a situation is, people should maintain a positive mindset. This can be incredibly harmful, because it creates a pattern of denial of any negative emotions — and bottling
Women are often made to feel like our bodies need to meet society’s standards. It can be especially difficult to feel good about yourself in the age of social media, when you’re constantly comparing yourself to models, influencers, and celebrities who are widely followed and adored. I’ll admit that I sometimes scroll through my Instagram
As humans it’s essential we drink water to survive, but it’s tough to stay hydrated on the go. While pre-packaged plastic water bottles are an often tempting option for mobile sipping, their single-use plastic leaves devastating impacts on our environment (80 percent of single-use water bottles end up in landfills). Instead of hurting our Earth,
Editor’s Note: We at POPSUGAR recognize that people of many genders and identities have vaginas and uteruses and experience periods, not just those who are women. For this particular story, we referenced experts who generally referred to people with vaginas and uteruses as women. You might be prepared for fever, fatigue, or muscle aches after