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Core strength is crucial for running, and no one knows that better Emily Sisson, a professional marathon runner who’s competed at the 2020 Olympic Trials and placed sixth at the 2019 London Marathon. (In her first marathon ever, NBD.) A strong and stable core can prevent injury and help you run more efficiently, a big

This week, Chris Hemsworth blessed Instagram with a series of mini-meditations featuring the Aussie actor reciting affirmations in different gorgeous, scenic locations. Hilariously titled “Affirmations That Positively, Absolutely, Probably (Most Likely) Won’t Make Your 2020 Worse,” the humorous videos were actually promoting Hemsworth’s fitness app Centr, which offers real meditations. I decided to try the

Every once in a while I enjoy what my 95-year-old grandma calls a “fun drink.” And since I’ve been staying home a lot more lately, I’ve gotten pretty skilled at perfecting my favorite cocktail recipes. I love a good spicy jalapeño margarita when I’m out, but I don’t love all the sugar and simple syrup

I’ve worked out a lot in the past few months. In fact, you could say I was one of those people who fully embraced the at-home gym lifestyle. But as much as I thrived with my running challenges, online workout classes, and experimental workouts, even I needed a break. Naturally, I encourage and support rest

One of the many downfalls of being diagnosed with PCOS is that I am more prone to insulin resistance. This means I need to be mindful of my sugar and simple carb intake, and eat a primarily low-carb and low-sugar diet. Luckily, I’ve gotten creative with how I can enjoy my favorite foods (hello, chickpea

I couldn’t text “Yes” fast enough when a friend sent out a mass text to our group offering up her medicine ball to any eager home gym takers. Lucky for me, my eagerness paid off, and I snagged the secondhand medicine ball to round out my home gym a little more. There was one problem:

If your body feels out of whack and your neck, shoulders, and back are constantly tight and achy, you probably need to show your muscles some TLC and focus on your posture. When we spend long periods of time seated and on devices such as laptops and cellphones, we begin to adopt poor posture habits,

I have a love-hate relationship with ab exercises. I know that in performing them I’m strengthening my core, which is beneficial to runners, helps improve my posture, and generally makes me stronger. But as good as I feel in the moment of my ab exercises, I almost always feel it the next day. And as

Many people turn to TikTok to stay up to date on the latest trends, from home improvement hacks to makeup tips. It can even be a resource for wellness and oral hygiene advice. But, there are also plenty of dangerous fads that go viral on social media with little transparency about the harmful effects. The

We’re not picky — we’ll take our workouts through whatever medium we can get them. Written? Definitely. One-on-one with a trainer? Of course. YouTube? . . . Duh. Instagram and YouTube Live? Sign us up. In fact, we’re continuing our series of live workouts this week over on @popsugarfitness and our YouTube channel, and you’re

The weather isn’t the only thing getting colder in the fall and winter — some people suffer from cold hands. This can be a normal response to cold temperatures, explained general practitioner Chun Tang, MD, from Pall Mall Medical. He added, “We automatically constrict blood vessels to save loss of heat and focus heat to

From ballet classes to Dance Dance Revolution to busting out moves with friends at clubs, dancing has always been a part of my life. But it’s not just a fun way to release tension and stress — dancing is also a fantastic calorie burner, too! On your next cardio day, press pause on the HIIT

Lindsey Vonn is an Olympic medalist with an incredible professional skiing career, and still, she deals with social media trolls who criticize her body and impact her self-confidence. On Friday, Vonn shared a message Instagram to address the hurtful and “ruthless comments” that “tear apart” her physique after she posts swimsuit photos: It’s “scarier than

Hiccups are unquestionably annoying. They always seem to occur at the most inconvenient times, and when they do surface, you can hiccup four to 60 times per minute. Thankfully, they’re usually short-lived and rarely serious. Hiccups are involuntary spasmodic contractions, primarily of the diaphragm and the muscles between the ribs, which are then followed by

Right off the bat, we’ll tell you that building muscle is not the easiest thing to do — but don’t let that scare you! It’s because there are a lot of components that go into it, and we’re here to explain. Not only do you have to fill your workouts with effective moves (which is

In the opening segment of the second presidential debate, President Donald Trump was pressed on his administration’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic. As he often does, Trump attempted to downplay the toll the virus has taken on the US, claiming that the nation’s excess mortality rate is “way down and much lower than almost any

Ever since I started wearing masks back in March, I’ve been trying out different brands to find the perfect fit. I’ve probably tried eight or more and have finally found a mask I love for both casual wearing and working out. These face masks by Carve Designs ($8) are made with their signature swimwear fabric,

Want an easy way to make your Halloween costume stand out from the rest? Swap your shoes for roller skates. They make classic costumes feel unique, provide a quick getaway from any monsters, demons, or ghosts on Halloween night, and are just so damn fun to skate around in. And with your skates as the

Donning a tutu and jumping around like a pretty, pretty ballerina was a highlight of dress-up time back in the day. Sadly, not all of us grew up to be the next Misty Copeland, but a good, sweaty barre workout is arguably the next best way to live out your prima-ballerina dreams — and burn

For all those times you want to skip the gloves but still keep nice and warm on your outdoor runs, tops with thumbholes can be your best friends. It may seem like such a small feature of your workout gear, but when those temps drop, they just may be the welcome addition you need. As

You don’t need a ton of time to get your body moving. Case in point: Lita Lewis, ISSA-certified personal trainer and founder of Thick Athletics, shared a four-minute sweat challenge meant to get your heart rate up. There are four bodyweight moves that you’ll do for 45 seconds with a 15-second break: burpee with 180-degree

Each therapy session, I secretly hope my therapist will share some new insight that will totally change my mindset and cure my anxiety, because after struggling with it for years, I’m exhausted. In reality, I know therapy is a process, and there’s no magical cure for anxiety — but there is one thing my therapist

Your fall-loving taste buds are going to be so excited when you bite into these supermoist and perfectly spiced pumpkin chocolate-chip protein muffins. These are vegan and made with plant-based protein powder and flaxmeal for an extrasatiating muffin you can enjoy for breakfast, snack, or dessert. These muffins are made with a full can of

If you’re interested in finding an intense arm workout to help you get more defined biceps and triceps, as well as increase strength, an EMOM upper body routine is a great option. EMOM stands for “every minute on the minute,” and challenges you to complete an exercise for a certain number of reps in less

@leanne_ward_nutrition Healthy hack for sugar cravings! 🍫#nutritionhack #weightloss #weightlosshack #diyproject #chocolate #healthyrecipe #healthy ♬ original sound – TheFitnessDietitian Whether you work up an appetite after doing an at-home workout or want a tasty treat after cooking a cozy fall dinner, chances are you may be a little bit more than tempted to reach for something

@letmaxkno Pumpkin Spice & Everything Nice #spooktember #pumpkin #tiktokrecipe #fyp #keto ♬ Once Upon a Dream – Invadable Harmony Fall-lovers have no doubt been living in heaven now that the season is finally upon us — and for good reason. The weather is cooling down, which means the leaves are turning autumnal colors, and pumpkin-spice-flavored

Halloween can be a little sad if you’re vegan or gluten-free, since you can’t enjoy a lot of the candy everyone else is. If you’re missing Snickers bars and craving that chewy, peanuty, chocolaty goodness, make your own with this six-ingredient recipe from Samah Dada, a recipe developer and creator of the Dada Eats blog

Despite following COVID-19 protocols, indoor cycling classes at a Spinco fitness studio have triggered a coronavirus outbreak of at least 72 people in Ontario, Canada, public health officials say. As many as 100 staff, clients, and family members may have been exposed, CNN reported. The Spinco studio had just reopened in Hamilton, Ontario, in July,