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For fitness enthusiasts, the “new normal” during COVID-19 means more than just working from home. It means no gym equipment. No cardio machines. And no space to sweat. Prior to the pandemic, I spent every Tuesday and Thursday taking a high-energy cycling class at my local gym. Once COVID-19 hit, I quickly realized running in

When the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic first spiked in the US, there was minimal information and guidance on how to treat and prevent the contraction and transmission of the virus. Since then, we’ve learned that masks can protect both you and others from getting infected, washing your hands for at least 20 seconds is extremely

When it comes to snack time, we want something to keep us full and focused as we’re trying to live our lives. We’re looking for options filled with protein and that have a lower carbohydrate content. These snacks will keep you full, focused, and satisfied all day long. This list includes protein bars that can

The WNBA has dedicated its 2020 season to social justice, supporting “Black Lives Matter” on shirts and courts, stitching “#SayHerName” onto the backs of jerseys, and giving players a platform to speak up for an urgent cause. In June, Sen. Kelly Loeffler, a coowner of the Atlanta Dream, wrote to Commissioner Cathy Engelbert to oppose

I’m a firm believer that every workout playlist needs at least a couple One Direction songs on it. In fact, I hope Harry Styles keeps a few old tracks on hand during his jogs through Italy. When I was training for a half-marathon, I found that nothing kept me motivated like the British boyband from

Aside from Kate Hudson‘s roles in iconic movies like How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days, it’s fair to say that some of her most outstanding performances go to her workouts. The Fabletics cofounder is a fan of Pilates especially, and over the weekend she posted a video of an a.m. yoga session in

Madelaine Petsch isn’t shy about sharing her tough but effective workouts, and now, she’s showing off the clothes she’s wearing to get moving. The Riverdale star has a new collection with Fabletics, and it’s every bit as cute and polished as the actress herself. Think cute cutout sports bras, floral leggings, and, of course, lots

If you’re ever in need of a real good laugh and a quick mood boost, I highly recommend hitting the follow button on Rickey Thompson’s Instagram if you haven’t already. His confidence, positivity, and “I’m living my best life” attitude are contagious, and I can’t get enough of his posts. He recently shared a dance

If your workout routine needs some new energy, we feel you; the home-fitness grind can get a little stagnant after a while. That’s why we’re continuing our series of Instagram Live workouts over on @popsugarfitness, with different trainers joining you live to lead workouts from their living rooms to yours. This week, we’ve got barre,

Since many of us are having to exercise at home, with minimal equipment and time, certified Pilates instructor Andrea Speir, founder of Speir Pilates, shared this simple home workout to strengthn your arms and shoulders with POPSUGAR — all you need is a hand towel! Speir said you don’t need gym equipment to begin chiseling

If you’re lucky enough to have a set of dumbbells at home, here’s a workout you can do to target your abs and arms. Celebrity trainer Jeanette Jenkins shared this circuit workout to strengthen all areas of your core, and don’t worry if you don’t have a set of weights — you can improvise with

If you’re short on time and space but still want to exercise, you’ll be hard-pressed to find a workout more effective than high-intensity interval training (HIIT). By combining short bursts of effort with even shorter rest times, you’ll be able to push your limits, increase endurance, and burn more fat than you would with steady-state

Ask any woman who works out about sports bras, and be prepared for a short monologue about her favorite brand or a horror story about the one that broke mid-sprint. People are passionate when it comes to sports bras because they’re the most critical piece of our workout wardrobe. We just can’t move without them.

Image Source: Courtesy of Vilissa Thompson Licensed social worker and disability consultant Vilissa Thompson, LMSW, was born with osteogenesis imperfecta (OI), a rare group of disorders better known as brittle bone disease. Those with brittle bone disease have a defect in the production of collagen, causing bone deformities, broken bones, bowed limbs, abnormal curvature of

With much of the year moved to distanced outdoor activities or solo ones inside, many of us have had to rethink our favorite workouts. Although a group Spin class may not be a reality for those of us who are itching to clip-in, at-home bikes are. Whether you’re like this editor who recently ditched her

While it’s true that decreasing belly fat comes down to your diet, if you want to reveal a chiseled core, you’ll have to also be consistent with your workouts and challenge your abs. The good news? You don’t need equipment to make that happen! These are some of the best bodyweight moves you can do

Rhonda Harper has been in Senegal since January. It was meant to be a short trip for Harper, the founder of Black Girls Surf, to do some filming with Khadjou Sambe, a Senegalese surfer whom she’s training for the Olympics and the pro World Surf League. But days before Harper was due to return to

Netflix’s Last Chance U brings its fifth and final season focusing on junior college football to Laney College in Oakland, CA. In the latest episodes of the docuseries, which dropped on Netflix on July 28, viewers once again meet a dedicated group of young men who live for the sport, though many of them can’t

Other than my mother putting me in swimming lessons as a toddler and the swimming test I had to pass in order to join my friends in the deep end of the pool at camp, my experience with proper swimming has been very little. Although I do know basic strokes and feel comfortable catching some

If you’re a fan of boxing classes, you may be missing the cathartic release of putting on a pair of gloves and punching something heavy if your studio is closed right now or you don’t feel comfortable going. Luckily, you don’t need any equipment (except maybe a mat and a towel) to get in a

After my first panic attack, I felt robotic. I remember looking down at my hands and feeling like they were no longer my own. I placed my hand on a mirror and felt physically and mentally disconnected from my body, as the objects around me turned two-dimensional. I didn’t know it at the time, but

The past few months have been an experience I never expected to have. As the COVID-19 pandemic swept across the world, it turned all of our lives upside down. From reading the news and browsing social media, we are all trying our best to understand this crisis and learning what we can do as individuals

If you’ve loved the fun partner workouts celebrity fitness trainer Beth Alexander does with Jeanette Jenkins like this HIIT bodyweight workout, you’ll be psyched to try this mini-band workout Alexander recently shared on Instagram. It’s perfect for home, outside, or while traveling because all you need is this one little piece of equipment. This is

Many of us were first introduced to former UCLA gymnast Katelyn Ohashi when her Michael Jackson floor routine went viral in 2018. Then, her routines in 2019 also went viral, and she received six perfect 10s that season alone. Aside from her high-flying tumbling and impressive dance moves, Ohashi was known for her drop splits.

Exercising hard enough to raise your heart rate will burn major calories, but not everyone loves to run. Luckily, there are many ways to hit your cardio goals that don’t involve miles. These 43 cardio moves will help burn fat and build muscle, no running (or equipment!) required. Note: this is by no means a

Even if it’s your first time on a paddleboard, practice patience and give yourself 60 minutes — that’s all it takes to get comfortable on the water, Jaime Fiske, PSUPA-certified stand-up paddleboard instructor and co-owner of SUP Marble, says. Place the board in the water, climb on, start paddling on your knees to get a

Sleep has always been — and always will be — a top priority of mine. I depend on sleep (and coffee) to help me function throughout the day, and if I don’t get enough, my productivity suffers. But sometimes stress and anxiety get in the way of my slumber, and I find myself lying awake

Want to fire up your core? Celebrity trainer Jeanette Jenkins shared these 13 plank variations on Instagram (12 plus a bonus exercise!) that target your abs and back. You’ll do variations on both hands, on one hand, with lots of leg lifts, jumps, and arm taps to target all the different muscles of your core.