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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. The new year is a great time to set new goals — especially when it comes to your fitness

In a new interview, Jessica Chastain says getting access to birth control quite literally changed her life, and she credits Planned Parenthood for making it possible. Chastain had a difficult childhood, she tells The Sunday Times. She was born to a single mother who got pregnant in her teens; “I’m the first person in my

On September 1, 2021, the state of Texas passed a new abortion ban, threatening the foundation of the landmark Supreme Court decision for 1973’s Roe v Wade. The Senate Bill 8 (SB 8) drastically limits the ability of organizations like Planned Parenthood to provide abortion care in Texas beyond six weeks of pregnancy, and sometimes

If you’ve ever struggled to fall asleep, you’ve probably been told to do some kind of counting trick that’s “guaranteed” to help you drift off. No, not counting sheep (what does that even mean, honestly), but a type of sleep hack that incorporates numbers and the comforting, rhythmic feel of counting in a way that

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 we’re traveling, we like to keep up with our workout routine as much as possible; it helps us

I’ve never done bounce fitness (a low-impact workout using a mini trampoline), but when I was given the opportunity to try The Ness, I decided to check it out. Cofounded by instructors Colette Dong and Aly Giampolo, The Ness is an hour-long workout that combines cardio and coordination exercises, targeting every muscle, both on and

@nbcolympics This lift is even more INCREDIBLE in slow motion. 🤯 #ToyotaUSChamps22 #figureskating #lift #slowmotion #wintersports #figureskatingtiktok ♬ original sound – NBCOlympics One of the most mesmerizing parts of ice dancing is the lifts performed by the teams, and three-time Olympians Madison Chock and Evan Bates certainly know how to deliver. At the 2022 US

[Powered by Samsung] Join Supernatural coach Raneir Pollard as he challenges you to his most advanced workout yet! In this 30-minute session, you will feel the burn in your whole body with three progressive rounds of push-ups, lunges, and thrusters. These moves are demanding, but watch until the end for a finishing move that will

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. Whenever we need to de-stress, we turn to our yoga mats. Our practice has a way of centering us

Cloth masks aren’t as effective against the rapidly spreading omicron variant of COVID-19, so there’s a push from health officials to wear N95 or KN95 masks. They’re higher quality and offer a tighter, more secure fit than reusable cloth or surgical masks. N95 and KN95 masks (made in the U.S. and China respectively), are equally

Crossing your legs while you’re sitting is a comfortable position for many of us, but you may have heard that crossing your legs isn’t the healthiest position for your body. And I hate to be the bearer of bad news, but it’s true: crossing your legs for long periods of time isn’t good for your

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. Yoga pants are on, water bottle is filled, playlist is queued, and there’s only one thing standing between you

Lili Reinhart is starting the new year with an important reflection on beauty standards and self-love. After sharing a poem titled “a love note to my body” by writer Cleo Wade on her Instagram Stories, the Riverdale star took a moment to share her personal struggles with body acceptance and the self-criticism many are forced

Whether you use them to level up your planks or crush your leg day, core slider discs are a lightweight and portable piece of fitness gear that will help you get closer to your goals. POPSUGAR Sliding Core Discs ($10, originally $13) recently dropped, and I got the opportunity to give them a try. The

As a yoga instructor, I’ve put my hands on many blocks. I like to use blocks as a form of support and to help keep my arms activated in postures like Extended Boat pose (below). Already equipped with a dozen blocks of my own, I was eager to try POPSUGAR’s Yoga Block ($10, originally $13)

Created by The Class instructor Karla Misjan, Beyond Resolutions is a four-week program aiming to get to the root of our reasoning for even making resolutions at all. Journaling, meditation, EFT tapping, and The Class are just some of the sessions folded into the program’s curriculum. Over the course of the four weeks, instructors Mallory

Going to the gym can be tough. It isn’t always easy to find the motivation to get out the door and get moving, but I know that I always feel better when I do. Working on myself for myself — not for anyone else — is something I’m proud of, and you should be, too.

Tension headaches are one of the most common types of headaches, with researchers estimating that up to two in three American adults experience them. Tension headaches are characterized by mild to moderate pain that many describe as feeling like there’s a tight band around their head. Candace Morton, DPT, a physical therapist with ProRehab Physical

Image Source: Getty / Joosep Martinson – International Skating Union / Contributor; Getty / Icon Sportswire / Contributor; Getty /Matthew Stockman / Staff With the 2022 US Figure Skating Championships coming to a close last weekend, the US Olympic Figure Skating Team has been made official — and friends, we’ve got some fun skaters to

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. Perhaps you’re a total beginner who isn’t quite ready to pick up a dumbbell, or maybe you’re an avid

La’Darius Marshall has been a fan favorite on Cheer since the first season premiered in early 2020. The Navarro College cheerleader impressed viewers with his skills on the mat and charmed everyone with his personality. So when we found out partway through season two that Marshall not only left Navarro but also did so on

In season one of Netflix’s Cheer, we watched the Navarro College cheerleaders pour their blood, sweat, and tears into preparing for the biggest competition of the year — the NCA & NDA Collegiate Cheer and Dance Championship in Daytona, FL. In 2019, Navarro went head to head with their biggest rivals, the cheerleading squad from

Cheer is back! After a two-year hiatus, the competitive cheerleading show returns to Netflix on Jan. 12, and this second season is sure to deliver as much blood, sweat, tears, and drama as the first. Season one of Cheer follows the cheerleading squad from Navarro College in Corsicana, TX, as they prepare to compete for

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 working out at home, outside, or at the gym this season, you’ll need to wear something while

Dry January has become more and more popular in recent years. Maybe a 31-day commitment simply feels more doable than other New Year’s resolutions, or perhaps Americans have realized that there are a lot of benefits to living alcohol-free for a month. Cutting out booze helps eliminate empty calories, may help you feel more energized,

If you’re ready for a quick and effective jump-rope workout, fitness trainer Leila Leilani is here for you! Get your heart pumping in just 10 minutes with a boxing-inspired combo workout that will keep you on your toes (literally). Grab your POPSUGAR jump rope, and prepare to sweat! Leila’s Outfit: Koral POPSUGAR fitness gear was

Mariah Bell clinched gold at the 2022 US Figure Skating Championships with a combined score of 216.25. She came into the free skate on Jan. 7 in first place following a stellar short program the night before, and 2018 Olympian Karen Chen finished just behind Bell on the podium with a second-place combined total of

The beginning of January is typically “New Year’s resolution” time, but before you set a huge weight-loss goal, certified Level 3 trainer Siobhan (Shiv) Wilson shared this advice on her Instagram page. She wants you to be successful, and from her experience with clients, she said the biggest reason people can’t stay consistent with their