Fitness

Hot-girl walks. 12-3-20 treadmill workouts. Mat Pilates sessions. The anxiety-inducing pandemic years have been an era of soft workouts, helping people move their bodies without necessarily breaking a sweat or experiencing any level of mental discomfort. But now, as folks return to a somewhat-less-stressful period of life, there seems to be a resurgence of workouts

We’ve all been there. You’re on your 5th straight day of watching the Olympics or Paralympics, seeing Simone Biles or Oksana Masters get yet another medal at the top of the podium. As you sit on your couch you start thinking, “If i had made a few different life choices, could that have been me?”

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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. Boxing classes are steadily rising in popularity, with everyone from major celebrities (including Michael B. Jordan of “Creed” fame) to Rumble

When it comes to strength training, injuries can happen — even in the comfort of your own living room. Without the heavy-lifting equipment of a gym or the intensity of a fitness studio, it’s easy to develop a false sense of security. But as with all exercise, strength training at home can still be intense,

In the early hours of a scorching August day, I started my Saturday routine. First, a hot mug of coffee with cream and a bowl of tender peaches that my partner prepared. Then, I walked three blocks to the high-intensity interval training gym where I can be found most days. Soon, the other regulars and

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. We love seeing women win. On Aug. 25, players from the National Women’s Soccer League (NWSL) walked out in matching white

The Paralympic Games are an incredible display of athletic performance and grit, a time when disabled athletes get to bring new eyes to their parasports. However, thanks to classification systems that many athletes claim are exclusionary or impractical, there are whole swaths of para-athletes who cannot qualify to compete on an international stage. These disabled

We’re definitely fans of exercise snacking, but sometimes nothing but a long, sweaty workout will do — and if that’s what you’re craving, this 45-minute high-intensity interval training workout with fitness trainer Raneir Pollard is just the ticket. It’ll get your heart pounding and your muscles burning — all without any gym equipment necessary. The

In the past year, I’ve seen various brands of collagen powder popping up all over my Instagram feed. From coworkers to friends to influencers, everyone around me seems to be jumping on the collagen bandwagon, raving about its benefits. When I ask my friends what they love about the supplement, their responses vary greatly. Some

Eggs are one of nature’s best, protein-packed gifts to us: they’re delicious, cheap, and versatile, making them a healthy option for breakfast and beyond. Most people turn to eggs as a good source of protein and with some sautéed veggies and maybe a side of whole-wheat toast — a hearty breakfast that will keep you

Queen Beyoncé needs no introduction. With “Homecoming: A Film by Beyoncé,” fans can get a closer look at her creative process. Spanning across the time period of eight months, the musical icon rehearsed with her musicians and dancers to prepare for the Coachella performance in 2018. Watch “Homecoming: A Film by Beyoncé” on Netflix. Corinne

More people are hopping on the vegan lifestyle train for various reasons, including ethical considerations, environmental sustainability, and health benefits. Following a vegan lifestyle can nourish both the body and the planet, not to mention it’s chock full of vibrant flavors and textures – as long as you are choosing the right ingredients. One of

If you tuned into the Olympics this year and were one of the viewers wowed by the talent and gameplay of Team USA’s beach volleyball duo, Kristen Nuss and Taryn Kloth, you’re not alone. The two are a treat to watch. Meeting at LSU, they come from New Orleans and Sioux Falls, respectively, and have

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. If it’s good enough for Taylor Swift’s rehearsals, it’s good enough for me, right? In her recent “I Can Do It

— Additional reporting by Dominique Michelle Astorino, Christina Stiehl, and Chandler Plante India Yaffe was an associate editor on the Shopping team at PS for five years. She focused on curating the best fitness, fashion, beauty, and home products on the market for the PS audience. Dominique Michelle Astorino is a former PS contributor. Christina

Making eye contact with your gym crush in the weight room mirror. Scraping your shins when pulling the deadlift bar. There’s no shortage of things that can make you uncomfortable at the gym. But the most common discomfort — the discomfort of sore muscles — usually happens after you’ve finished your workout. Put simply, muscles

I was a competitive distance runner for years, and my teammates had a saying to help motivate us on days when we weren’t feeling it: You never regret going for a run. It was true — we all felt happier, peppier…and just better after going on runs. In college, I regularly logged 90 miles a

If “Monster” isn’t already considered a Halloween classic, we think this creepy, powerful Halloween dance workout can change that. Get ready for monster claws, punches, and plenty of sweat. Maggie Ryan was an assistant editor at PS. A longtime runner and athlete, Maggie has nearly four years of experience covering topics in the wellness space,

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