Image Source: Getty / GoodLifeStudio When you’re running intervals, you can’t beat the precision and accuracy of a treadmill HIIT workout. If I plug seven miles an hour into the machine, I’m going to be running exactly seven miles an hour — otherwise, I’ll fall off the back. But during the same workout outdoors, I
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Image Source: Getty / Raymond Liu / Contributor “This is gonna keep you smiling and feeling so fine,” Jazzercise founder Judi Sheppard Missett promises in a retro video that’s found its way to YouTube. The idea that working out should be fun was foundational to Jazzercise, a brand that revolutionized how women exercised in the
Kegels are a quick and easy exercise, but they don’t exactly have the most glamorous reputation. That said, doing daily Kegels can be seriously beneficial for your pelvic-floor strength and overall sexual health. Kegel exercises can help before and after pregnancy, working the muscles in the pelvic floor to prevent urine incontinence and bowel issues.
Louisiana resident and musician Chelsea Keenan’s life turned upside down in 2014 when she had a medical emergency. Her recovery journey has been long and complicated. Music has always been a passion of mine, so it was incredibly exciting when I was signed to a record label when I was 15. By the time I
Don’t come at us, tennis devotees — but the racquet sport’s scoring system is kind of inexplicable. Love? Deuce? Break point? Some tennis terms don’t even sound like complete words. Looking at you, “ad”! But while the word may sound silly, the term ad in tennis actually has a relatively straightforward meaning. What Does Ad
Looks like Olivia Rodrigo‘s management team has officially resorted to Plan B (and no, not that kind). Mere days after announcing her partnership with the National Network of Abortion Funds (NNAF), Rodrigo’s efforts to help distribute free contraception to concertgoers have reportedly been squashed. Now — instead of providing actionable resources for reproductive and sexual
Welcome to Show the Receipts, a new series where we ask interesting people to share exactly how much it costs to get shit done. No matter the task, we’re tracking every last dollar from start to finish. First up: freezing your eggs in New York City. For Chinae Alexander, family planning wasn’t always a top
From the producers of the “leggings legs” trend comes yet another unnecessary label for women’s bodies. Introducing the internet’s latest fixation: “Pilates arms.” Following Miley Cyrus‘s stunning performance at the 2024 Grammy Awards, it was her toned arms that took social media by storm (rather than her first-ever Grammy win). One reformer Pilates instructor went
The names Alejandra Gurtman, MD, and Barbara Pahud, MD, probably don’t ring a bell. But they should. Both Dr. Gurtman and Dr. Pahud work for Pfizer and played a major role in the creation of the first and only maternal vaccine to help protect infants and babies from respiratory syncytial virus — aka RSV —
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. Looking for a dental solution that goes beyond the floss container? If you have braces, sensitive gums, a limited
Curious about your sensitivity to certain foods? Wondering if your thyroid levels are what’s suddenly making you so tired? Or maybe you’re dying to learn more about your gut microbiome? There’s an at-home test for that. With a few clicks, a mid-sized rectangular box can be delivered right to your doorstep with all the materials
In today’s episode of things you can’t unhear: making your bed is unhealthy. Why, you ask? Well, a viral Instagram video claims that making your bed right after you wake up creates the perfect breeding ground for dust mites to thrive, thereby worsening allergies. Gross, yes, but is there any truth to it? Just so
Since Kensington Palace announced Kate Middleton would temporarily pause her royal duties following a planned abdominal surgery in late January, rumors have been swirling about the Princess of Wales’s whereabouts and health. The speculation only got worse when the family released a photo of Middleton with her children on March 10, which they have since
As one of those girlies who tend to have gut-health issues, I’ve been on the hunt for anything that’ll help. I’ve tried so many different probiotics, many of which just haven’t done much of anything. So, six months ago, I decided to cancel my subscription of my last supplement, and ever since then I’ve been
On Dec. 2, 2015, Erin Burnett was two days out from her wedding and existing in the buzzy state of bliss that’s reserved for people who are very much in love. That morning, as she was happily daydreaming in the shower, she noticed something was different about her left nipple. She took a closer look
Image Source: POPSUGAR Photography / Angela Elias Full disclosure: I don’t usually spurge on activewear. I’ve uncovered so many affordable sports bras, workout sets, and leggings that rival premium brands that I believe price doesn’t always dictate quality. I’ve been in the market for a solid pair of black leggings perfect for school drop-off, running
The gloves are coming off for this boxing-inspired dance cardio workout. In just 15 minutes, you’ll learn basic boxing combos, get your heart rate up, and walk away feeling powerful. Join trainer, choreographer, and founder of Kong Fit Clubhouse Meagan Kong as she leads you through this fiery full-body workout, combining hard-hitting moves with fun,
Followers of women’s sports teams often share a common sentiment: it can be so damn hard to be a fan sometimes. According to Jillian Hiscock, “You need a darn near master’s degree in streaming services to be able to become a women’s sports fan,” referring to the fact that women’s sporting events are rarely available
“OK guys, I have a PSA for you, and it has to do with massage guns and your neck,” content creator Sophie Dolce begins a video. She tells her TikTok followers that after using a massage gun every 30 minutes to help relieve a kink in her neck, she noticed a big lump. Luckily, Dolce
Vaping has become an undeniable part of American culture. As of 2021, about 4.5 percent of adults in the U.S. smoked e-cigarettes, with 18 to 24-year-olds being the most heavy users (around 11 percent). Thanks to its convenience, social acceptance, and addictive qualities, vaping has a grip on a growing number of folks — so
I arrived at boarding school on an unbearably humid day in September of 1989, my curiosity about everything I would experience during my years there an untamed fireball. The school required extracurriculars, and there were so many things I looked forward to trying, from sports to Glee Club to theater. After attending orientation, touring the
Just when you thought you’d escaped the confusing confines of your high school dress code, the gym proves you wrong. In 2024, women are still sharing horror stories about their gym memberships getting revoked due to issues with the dress code. Certain gyms now consider sports bras — commonly used for comfort and support —
Image Source: Chef K The Kardashian-Jenners have made headlines for endless reasons, and their eating habits are no exception. Certain moments — from Kylie’s honey-topped avocado toast reveal to Kendall’s attempt to slice a cucumber — have drawn widespread fascination and criticism. What fans of the family may not know is that the Kardashians’ approach
Image Source: MindTravel Meditation may serve as a brief escape from the chaos of everyday life, but musician and meditation expert Murray Hidary can do you one better. Hidary is the mastermind behind MindTravel, a meditation platform that completely transports its participants through uniquely immersive experiences and live music. It’s a far cry from the
Do you know where your vulva is? Are you sure? Would you bet $50 bucks on it? Would you swear on your ability to feel pleasure, or touch grass, or peruse TikTok (that is to say, your life)? Busy Philipps wants to make sure you’re very clear on the anatomy. Her way of making that
There are approximately 1.8 billion people who menstruate around the world. That means that on any given day, millions of people are on their periods — and not only is that a lot of blood, it’s also a lot of information about our bodies that ends up getting thrown away. Until now. In January, the
True confession: my sleep schedule is shit. There’s nothing I value more than a good night’s rest, but over the last couple of years, it’s been hard to make quality sleep a reality. I started using an Oura Ring to track my sleep, stopped using my phone before bed, and even attempted morning and late-afternoon
If there’s one exercise that always makes me shiver in my gym shoes, it’s burpees. Love them or hate them, burpees are included in many high-intensity workouts. The basic burpee exercise combines a jump, squat, plank, and push-up to create an intense sequence that works just about every muscle group in your body. And while
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