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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

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

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

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

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

What takes up just three minutes of your time, has you in crunch mode, and needs no equipment at all? This core workout shared by fitness YouTuber Maddie Lymburner (aka MadFit)! The choreographed, follow-along session set to Justin Bieber’s “Hold On” features mountain climbers to the beat and moves that require a lot of core

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

Alo makes some of our favorite workout clothes because they’re cute, comfortable, and easy to wear. If you’ve been curious about the brand, start by shopping some of the bestselling pieces. Whether you’re looking for versatile leggings or a sports bra that doubles as a crop top, you’ll want to wear these 11 styles all

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 —

Federal agencies have recommended a temporary pause in distribution of Johnson & Johnson’s COVID-19 vaccine after six women developed a rare blood-clotting disorder following vaccination. If you’ve recently gotten your shot, you may understandably be concerned. Fortunately, these complications appear to be very uncommon — there have only been six reported cases of blood clots

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

Trinity Rodman is a name you’ll want to remember. The 18-year-old professional soccer player made her debut in the National Women’s Soccer League on April 10 with the Washington Spirit, then made history in her first game. She scored a goal after just a few minutes on the field and became the youngest American player

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

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

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,

A year into riding my Peloton, one thing still rings true and has since the very beginning: a Peloton is a pain in the butt, literally. Sitting on a bike is uncomfortable as it is, even when it’s properly adjusted, but mix in Tunde Oyeneyin’s ass-kicking HIIT workouts and the new Megan Thee Stallion classes

It’s only been a few hours since surfer Carissa Moore landed the biggest aerial maneuver of her career, but the move is already being heralded as a historical moment — not only for the Olympic-bound surfer (now the top-ranked woman in the world) but for women’s surfing as a whole. It all went down in

From tender breasts to mood swings, PMS is no joke — but there’s one symptom that may catch you completely by surprise. “The basal core body temperature can change over the course of the menstrual cycle, with a higher temperature occurring during the luteal phase of the menstrual cycle after ovulation,” Shannon Clark, MD, FACOG,

Have you ever watched a figure skating program that truly took your breath away? The best routines are a stunning combination of dizzying spins, graceful choreography, and impossible-looking jumps landed on the thinnest of blades. Set it all to music, and you get, well, pure art. Now, about that music. Today, figure skaters can get

I grew up in a household where dessert was an everyday occurrence and my grandfather’s Italian-American heritage meant that pasta was on the menu every other day. My health and wellness journey began when I got a bit older and decided I wanted to become physically healthier as a means of feeling more confident. I

Ready to run the Pride Lands? runDisney just announced a brand-new Virtual Series of 5Ks themed after a true classic: The Lion King. As with previous runDisney virtual events, this summer series is great because you don’t have to trek down to Disney to earn yourself a shiny medal (more on that part ahead). All

A game of tennis is one of our favorite summer activities; not only is it a great way to get in your cardio, but it’s also our opinion that tennis clothes are the cutest athletic apparel out there. Adorable dresses and skirts are the definition of athleisure and feel at home both on the court

As serious Amazon shoppers, we turn to the site for everything we could possibly need. Since we’re literally always in leggings, it’s no surprise that we’ve been doing some Amazon shopping for cute, affordable pairs we can live in. When sifting through the site’s massive inventory, we like to look at ratings and reviews to

Kenya’s Ruth Chepngetich ran her way into the history books at the N Kolay Istanbul Half Marathon on Sunday, breaking the women’s half marathon world record with a blazing-fast time of 1:04:01. We did the calculations, and that comes out to an average pace of 4:53 per mile (!) over 13.1 miles. Chepngetich sprinted right

We teamed up with Under Armour to help women everywhere tap into their unbeatable confidence. Structure and regimen are a huge part of building a proper fitness routine. And for those of us who played sports growing up, they’re practically a shared memory. Although we may not have a coach guiding us through to the

WHEW. In a nail-biter of a National Championship, Stanford beat Arizona 54-53 on Sunday to draw an exciting NCAA Women’s Basketball Tournament to a close. It’s their first national title since 1992, and the all Pac-12 showoff between the No. 1 Cardinal, the top-ranked team in the tournament, and No. 3 Wildcats more than lived

Growing up, it’s a given our parents will set rules around curfew, chores, and routines. But as we grow into adulthood and become more independent, it’s reasonable to want to establish some healthy space. In general, boundaries are important to maintaining healthy relationships, and they can even make you feel more confident, less anxious, and