Fitness

While each product featured is independently selected by our editors, we may include paid promotion. If you buy something through our links, we may earn commission. Read more about our Product Review Guidelines here. The Amazon “fitness” category is pretty damn extensive. Sure, there are the obvious picks like dumbbells and workout clothes, but don’t

This 20-minute rowing workout video has a simple follow-along format, allowing you to complete the workout with extra guidance. The first phase of the workout is dubbed a “pick drill” and starts with isolating just an upper-body pull. Next, the instructor incorporates the lower abdominal muscles. Once you’re warmed up, the second phase of the

Get into the groove and get ready to dance the night away with this fun, jazz-funk class from dance choreographer Frank Soares. Assisted by Mina Huynh and Suzie Elias, this highly energetic video dance workout class is bound to have you moving and grooving. To start things off, Soares has the class walk it out

When life leaves you feeling out of control, there’s power in setting positive affirmations. These short statements may seem innocuous at first, but according to psychology, they can be powerful tools for cultivating positivity, clearing your head, and even relieving anxious thoughts. Whether you’re looking to build confidence, overcome anxiety, or get out of a

While each product featured is independently selected by our editors, we may include paid promotion. If you buy something through our links, we may earn commission. Read more about our Product Review Guidelines here. As a runner who gets hurt fairly often, massaging my body is a huge part of my recovery routine. I’ve experienced

No matter how hard you try to prevent it, sometimes you find yourself with a “rise and grind” type of day. For 12-plus hours, you might be bouncing between Zoom meetings, walking your dog, running to the grocery store and laundromat, and checking off a million other tiny to-dos, with little time to make a

Lena Drapella | IFSCLena Drapella | IFSC Before getting on the wall in the final round of a paraclimbing competition, 17-year-old Raveena Alli, a climber who’s blind, usually has six minutes to preview the top rope route with her caller, Fernando Vásquez. He tells her how it’ll feel — easy, pumpy, familiar, unfamiliar — and

You might’ve heard of magnesium in the context of an elaborate sleep routine, but there’s so much more to the mineral than we hear about on social media. “Magnesium is involved in many processes within our bodies including blood sugar and blood pressure regulation,” says Melissa Jaeger, RD, LD. “It even plays a role in

Nushama | Costas PicadasNushama | Costas Picadas The world of psychedelics is changing. I hadn’t realized how much until I visited Nushama, a psychedelic wellness center in midtown Manhattan. Before arriving, I expected the clinic to be an aesthetic crossover between one of those new Millennial-focused dentist offices all my friends started going to, and

Yoga has a measurable impact on mental health. According to Harvard Medical School, yoga can reduce stress, increase the production of endorphins, and elevate GABA (a chemical associated with decreased anxiety). These benefits are thought to be cumulative, which means the more yoga you do, the more of a long-term improvement you’ll see — but

Many of us spend our whole lives performing. Sometimes we don’t even realize we’re doing it. Other times, we can feel it happening, but it’s too hard to stop. It tends to happen in spaces where we feel like we can’t be ourselves — where we feel like we don’t belong because our identity isn’t

One of my fiercest rivals growing up was running. I was the antithesis of athletic and nothing distressed me more than mandatory miles at school. But just over a decade ago, a friend convinced me to sign up for a race, and I caught the running bug. Soon I found myself casually running 5Ks and

Being sore after a workout feels like receiving a gold star; it’s a promising reminder of the gains you’re making, the effort it took for you to get to the gym, and how you really pushed yourself through your workout. While soreness is natural after trying a new workout or training for improved strength, hypertrophy

If you deal with panic attacks, coping mechanisms are crucial for finding relief. As explained by Fatema Jivanjee-Shakir, LMSW, feeling out of control can lead to more panic and distress. To regain a sense of safety and control, it’s important to bring your body’s attention back to the present. You can do this with the

As POPSUGAR editors, we independently select and write about stuff we love and think you’ll like too. If you buy a product we have recommended, we may receive affiliate commission, which in turn supports our work. Outdoor workouts are a (literal) breath of fresh air. Weather permitting, there’s nothing like clearing your head with a

Jump around. Jump around. Jump up, jump up, and get down! These are the lyrics to a classic 1990s anthem, yes — but they’re also a pretty accurate description of what a plyometric workout is like. Plyometric exercises typically “have an explosive element to them,” says Tiffany Ragozzino, a certified fitness trainer. They “involve rapid,

Lauren Herington was 19 years old when she learned that she’d been selected to be a NBA dancer for the Milwaukee Bucks 2013-14 season. She never thought just a few years later, she would be suing the team for unfair pay. When Herington joined the Bucks, to say she was excited would have been an

There’s something so superhero about a high-waisted pair of skin-tight leggings. Your entire lower body is wrapped up tight — sometimes all the way up to your rib cage — making you feel secure and ready to take on the day. Even if you don’t plan on leaving the house, those compression leggings can give

Slightly pressed for time? Opt for this low-impact bodyweight cardio class with PS trainer Nicolette Amarillas. At only ten minutes, it might be quick, but it’s also bound to get you up and moving. Assisted by Mikayla Campbell and Paulyn Baens, Amarillas starts the session with a series of intervals, including 30 seconds on, and

Spicy rosé is the “it” drink of the summer. Following previous TikTok food trends like baked feta pasta and pesto eggs, putting jalapeño slices in rosé wine has taken over social media. But is this just another TikTok fad, or is there some method behind the madness? Drink experts explain below. Experts Featured in This

Cinnamon, with its warm and inviting aroma, has long been considered a delightful addition to our culinary creations. As a registered dietician, I also know that this beloved spice not only enhances the flavor profile of various dishes — from sweet desserts to savory entrees — but also brings a sprinkle of potential health benefits.

AFP via Getty Images | Bertrand GuayAFP via Getty Images | Bertrand Guay Anita Alvarez was destined for the pool. She grew up accompanying her mom, who was an artistic swimming coach, to competitions. And though the 27-year-old Olympian says that her mom never “pushed” her to do it competitively, it was clearly in her

You might hear people say they had a panic attack — and this very well could be the case. But there’s also a chance that what they’re really referring to is an anxiety attack. The terms are often used interchangeably, but there are marked differences that may be useful for accuracy, clarity, and proper mental

Although the world of social media can place a strong emphasis on having an aesthetically appealing midsection, the benefits of having strong core muscles go beyond just the surface. Your core muscles can directly impact performance by helping stabilize your spine during exercises and allowing you to efficiently distribute force from your trunk to your