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You’ve probably heard of, or seen an Orangetheory fitness studio. The interval-based workout franchise, which is the brainchild of physiologist Ellen Latham, is exploding and now boasts more than 1,300 locations worldwide. While the name Orangetheory is cool in and of itself, there’s actually quite a bit behind it. Read on to have your questions

I developed early. Like, really early. I was taller than everyone in my grade through middle school. I got my period pretty early on, and started getting little pimples on my forehead before I was in high school. By fifth grade, I was wearing padded cups, and by my freshman year, I was in DD

[embedded content] Syrian table tennis player Hend Zaza was just 7 years old during the Rio Olympic Games. Four years later, she’s the winner of the West Asian Olympic Qualification Tournament, which took place in Jordan last week, and is officially headed to Tokyo for the 2020 Summer Olympics. Now 11, Hend is looking to

If you’re doing the keto diet, Trader Joe’s has a large selection of food that can help you stay on track. Before getting started, it’s important to know what foods you can and cannot eat in order to reach nutritional ketosis (the process when your body begins to burn fat and ketones instead of glucose

I never know how I am going to feel after a cup of coffee — I’m either energized, I’m anxious, or I experience nothing at all. Does that stop me from relying on cold brews to get through each day? No. But it does have me thinking there may be a science behind the best

Navigating cold and flu season is difficult enough, but with the addition of coronavirus, your mind may be swimming with questions about how to tell these viruses apart and when, if ever, to check in with your doctor. While recommendations will continue to change as experts learn more about this novel virus, POPSUGAR spoke with

Smoothie bowls have been all the rage lately for good reason. Though they’re no different from a standard smoothie other than their pretty presentation, pouring your blend into a bowl just feels a little more special. Full of good-for-you ingredients, this mixed berry smoothie bowl is rich in vitamin C and low in calories, and

It’s an image you’ve seen plenty of times before: just before beginning a routine, a gymnast dusts their hands with a white powdery substance. If you’ve ever been curious about what that powder is or why it’s used, we’ve got answers! Usually just referred to as “chalk,” the substance is crucial to helping top-tier gymnasts

I found out that I had major depressive disorder when I was 19. I was living with it before then, but I didn’t have the language or information I needed to describe what I was feeling until I reached college. Depression has controlled my life in many ways, causing me to miss untold birthdays, meetings,

Less than five months out from the Summer Olympics, Chloe Dygert is busy grabbing record after record on cycling’s biggest stages and cementing her status as the cyclist to beat in Tokyo. Most recently, the 23-year-old American blew away her previous 3000m individual pursuit world record — twice, in the same day — at the

We know that UCLA gymnasts like to have fun — we saw it with Katelyn Ohashi’s internet-famous performances, and coach Valorie Kondos Fields, or “Miss Val,” would call floor the team’s “dance party.” And last week, in case you missed it, UCLA junior Nia Dennis earned a viral crown of her own with her high-energy

The Bosu ball is one of those fitness tools that, for me, requires a lot of brainpower. Which way faces up? Do I stand on it? Do I lift it? Is there a scenario where I should be throwing it like a Frisbee? (No, there isn’t — I’m disappointed, too.) So when I found a

When it comes to working out consistently, it’s not always easy to find motivation. If you want to work out more but aren’t sure where to begin, your journey could start with something as simple as an app. From tracking your workout journey to helping you make the deed a little bit more fun, apps

If there’s one thing we love more than pop song workout playlists, it’s a workout full-on choreographed to a pop song, down to each beat. Because honestly, mountain climbers alone are . . . not fun (to put it lightly), but mountain climbers set to Justin Bieber’s newest hit? OK, you have our attention. Today

Lunch can be so tricky. When your schedule gets hectic, you can so easily fall into the trap of eating whatever you can find in the break room or of swinging through a drive-through for a quick meal. If you’re on a low-carb diet, it’s no secret that those sugary snacks and fried foods are

With the 2020 Summer Olympics on the horizon, we’re feeling a bit nostalgic about past Games and the athletes who keep us coming back for more. One of the questions on our minds lately: which country has the most Summer Olympic medals of all time? While you could probably guess that the United States stands

Skill, energy, and personality are what make great floor routines, and I can confirm that UCLA gymnast Nia Dennis has it all. Nia’s performance pays homage to Beyoncé’s Homecoming documentary and Black culture, and I am here for all of it. Not to mention, her athletic prowess is undeniable. I’m not a gymnast, but I’m

Summoning the strength to unravel from your toasty morning blanket cocoon to hit the gym can be impossible sometimes — rallying after the workday burnout strikes isn’t any easier, either. Even ACSM-certified personal trainer Kim Watters, who has taught fitness for 31 years, admits that some days “I need an arsenal of inspiring ways to

If you are currently experiencing anxiety or depression, you may be looking for simple ways to help you manage and better understand the various emotions you’re be feeling. Although everyone’s experience is different, some professional therapists recommend journaling as an additional way to process and cope with your feelings. If you’re interested in journaling to

The year may be over, but depending on your employer’s policies, you may still be able to use the remaining funds from your 2019 flexible spending account (FSA). Some companies offer a grace period in which employees can incur new expenses until March 15, instead of forfeiting any money that was left in the account

Image Source: Courtesy of Netflix If you’re a Love Is Blind fan, you’re sure as heck buckled up and ready for the high-stakes finale on Feb. 27. The Netflix experiment-slash-reality-series — where couples try to prove that love is, in fact, blind, despite distractions and societal pressures — has taken us for a wild ride

Matcha, once an obscure health food staple, has most likely made its way onto the menu at your favorite coffee shop by now. For those who are unfamiliar, matcha is essentially green tea powder that contains up to 10 times the caffeine of traditional green tea. There are two major types of matcha, ceremonial grade

An estimated 5.7 million adults in the US — about 2.8 percent, according to the National Institute of Mental Health — are diagnosed with bipolar disorder. It’s a complex and wide-ranging mental illness characterized by significant, persistent, and pervasive fluctuation in mood from highs (mania or hypomania) to lows (depression). And, in an exclusive interview

If you’re completely sucked into the world of TikTok like I am, then you know dance trends make up some of the app’s most popular content. The choreography ranges in difficulty, but a recent routine really impressed me with the level of skill it requires. User Alejandro Santos (@xoprinceali) kicked off the trend by creating

Modern Family actress Sarah Hyland is fast becoming one of our biggest celebrity fitness crushes. Not only does she nail tough workouts on the regular, but she also shares her progress, motivation, and top moves on her “Strong & Skinny” Instagram story. Of course, we check in on the regular to see what new exercises

Trader Joe’s has gained a cult following of loyal customers over the last decade, and it’s easy to see why; the grocery store is chock-full of fresh produce, healthy cauliflower products, and even staples for the keto diet. With organic offerings and food for pretty much any diet (vegan, gluten-free, Paleo, etc.), it’s no wonder

Why is lunch the hardest meal to get excited about? I can eat the same breakfast every day and not get sick of it (banana and a protein bar, baby). When I’m prepping dinner, I have time to get creative and experiment. But when it comes to lunch, I’m stumped. I could go out, but

Getting back to the gym postpartum is no easy task for new moms, but Shawn Johnson recently decided to take it one step further, trying gymnastics three months after giving birth to her daughter, Drew. Shawn and her husband, Andrew East, revisited her Olympic sport and captured the whole experience on camera for their YouTube