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I’ve struggled with body confidence for as long as I can remember, but I never would have expected a seemingly harmless trend on Instagram to hit me quite as hard as it did. I still remember sitting on the floor of my bedroom, running my fingers through the carpet as I cried over my phone.

The coronavirus outbreak is disrupting many a fitness routine, ours included, and has many of us wondering whether social-distancing, shelter-in-place, and mask-wearing protocols extend to outdoor running and walking. Guidelines are changing fast, so let us catch you up on the latest. First and foremost, exercising outside, whether you’re walking, running, or doing a bodyweight

There are so many iconic things about “Ice Cream,” the new Blackpink and Selena Gomez collab, from that capybara cameo to their show-stopping pastel styling, but the choreography has to be right up at the top. If you’re trying to channel Blackpink and Selena’s popstar moves while getting in a full-on workout, we’ve got good

We’ve got our bike shorts on constant rotation, and we love them for a few key reasons. They’re comfortable, breathable, and also easy to style. Of all the workout clothes, bike shorts are some of the most versatile options; they look just as good with a sports bra in the gym as they do with

The COVID-19 pandemic has impacted virtually every part of my life, from my work as a theme park journalist and not being able to see my friends for extended periods of time, to how I go to the grocery store and how I train for half marathons. You see, I’m an avid runner, and this

For most people with periods, the week of menstruation that comes every month isn’t pleasant, but it’s at least manageable. For me, the intense PMS and periods I experienced this past year caused my mental health to deteriorate to the point that it was almost unbearable. For months, I felt completely powerless over my emotions,

Like many things in 2020, vacations may look a little different. Although lengthy, faraway trips may be out of the question, days off and socially distant escapes of some form are still allowed and encouraged. But what happens if your form of vacation doesn’t quite match up with your trip buddy’s? As a fitness editor

Image Source: Getty / Al Bello / Staff Figure skater Sasha Cohen is one of several athletes who reveal their struggles in the HBO documentary The Weight of Gold, now streaming on HBO and HBO Max. While the film is sobering, it’s also a reminder that Cohen was one of the biggest stars in figure

The events of Aug. 26 were a long time coming. After the police shooting of Jacob Blake three days prior, which left him paralyzed from the waist down, the Milwaukee Bucks of the NBA made the decision to sit out their playoff game against the Orlando Magic. That choice started a ripple effect throughout the

Ready to shake up your workout routine? Meet us on Instagram and YouTube this week, because we’re going live with some fresh routines. From cardio boxing to core crushers, we’ve got an intense week coming up and you’re invited for all of it. Tune in on @popsugarfitness for the workouts and check out the schedule

I knew the four bodyweight moves Olympic gymnast Samantha Peszek shared on Instagram were going to be challenging but great for targeting the core — after all, I tried her former teammate’s ab routine last year, and it ignited my midsection big time. Peszek, who was a member of the US women’s Olympic gymnastics team

Sunglasses? Check. Wallet? Check. Stylish, tie-dye, double-layered cloth face mask? Check! Fabric face masks are the most important accessory we have now, so it’s good to keep a wide variety on hand in multiple colors, patterns, and designs to match every outfit in your closet — because, ya know, a leopard-print face mask does not

By now, we all know how important face masks are to stopping the spread of COVID-19. In fact, experts say it’s not only safe but recommended that you wear a face mask even while exercising, including tough workouts like running. However, as fun as it is to collect cute, patterned face masks the way we

You might be thinking, If I don’t need a prescription to buy it, it must be safe to casually take it. For the most part, taking ibuprofen to ease pain is totally harmless and effective. However, a drug’s a drug, and if you’re taking ibuprofen on the daily, you might start to notice some unfortunate

You’re in the middle of your squat reps — weight in hand — and just like that, a charley horse causes your calf muscle to go rogue. When this type of muscle spasm or cramp hits, there is no mistaking what’s going down. The pain doesn’t usually last longer than a few minutes, but it’s

As we get ready for the US Open to start, we’ve been keeping tabs on all of our favorite players like Serena Williams, Venus Williams, Naomi Osaka, Taylor Townsend, and the reigning champ Bianca Andreescu. Sports look a lot different in 2020, but players are adapting as best as they can, some even turning their

Naomi Osaka is joining NBA, WNBA, and MLB athletes in sitting out her next scheduled match following the police shooting of Jacob Blake in Kenosha, WI, on Aug. 23. Blake was shot at least seven times in the back outside of his own vehicle, while his three children were present. Osaka shared a statement on

After a busy day of work, I like winding down with a glass of wine in the evening. The problem with my ritual is that it can lead to headaches and extra calories my body doesn’t need. Frankly, I have never found an alternative that both tastes good and destresses me until I finally tried

When it comes to your workout gear, there are a few pieces you truly want to get right. Sports bras are one of them. You need one that doesn’t rub, fits just right, and gives you the proper support when you need it but won’t restrict you while you break a sweat. If you’ve been

Workout clothes are what we’re wearing on repeat right now, for a few different reasons. Firstly, they’re super comfortable, and when we’re working, we can focus on just that, work. We don’t have to worry about uncomfortable pants or tops that won’t stay put when we’re wearing our workout clothes. Plus, this isn’t scientific, but

If you’re trying to lose weight, eating the right foods is your not-so-secret weapon. We’re all too familiar with that 3 p.m. hunger craving, so when it does strike, you want to be prepared with something that will keep you full and focused, but still tastes good. Adding protein to your diet is an easy

If you can’t get enough of Cardi B and Megan Thee Stallion’s latest hit and our new favorite anthem, “WAP,” you’re not alone. It’s officially on all of our workout playlists, we’ve been randomly reciting lines throughout our day, and we don’t plan on stopping anytime soon. We’ve been waiting for YouTubers to release workouts

I already dance around to the Mamma Mia! soundtrack on a weekly basis, so I might as well get an official workout of it. Thankfully, fitness YouTuber Emily Thorne (AKA emkfit) has created a dance party routine that fulfills my HIIT dreams and more. She released a video earlier this month that’s set to the

It’s a total myth that the only way to build strong, toned legs is by using heavy weights — a simple pair of dumbbells can really get the job done. While there’s no denying that lifting big builds muscle, getting an effective quad and hamstring workout doesn’t mean you’ll have to hit the squat rack

To be 100-percent real, nothing motivates me to exercise more than some new workout clothes. The cute-but-sweaty selfie is underrated, people! Whether I’m going for a run or taking a yoga class in my living room, it’s important for me to wear comfortable, well-made pieces that I don’t have to constantly adjust. They also can’t

It makes me so happy to see the antidiet and intuitive eating message take off on TikTok. And actually, registered dietitian and certified intuitive eating counselor Sam Previte, LDN, CPT, who specializes in helping clients make peace with food and enjoy life, was hesitant to join TikTok because she told POPSUGAR, “I thought of it

Heavy periods. Birth control mishaps. Painful sex. Ob-gyns have seen and heard it all. Yet many people still find themselves feeling embarrassed or uncomfortable about opening up to their doctor. If that’s you, try following any of these amazing ob-gyns on TikTok. They’ll answer some of the most commonly asked questions, like what to expect

Still on the fence about whether to get a flu shot this year? Don’t be. Aside from protecting yourself from the painful, icky symptoms of the flu, getting the vaccine could contribute to the greater good by reducing the spread of the virus and helping support healthcare workers during a particularly challenging time. “Everyone older