Fitness

Join host and choreographer Kaleila Jordan for a 30-minute twerk and abs dance workout, alongside class members Rehima Jordan and Cryssie Denise. This high-energy routine targets your abs, but with a mix of twerk-inspired exercises, you won’t even feel it. Get ready to pop that booty and learn some dance moves along the way. All

Cold and flu season is right around the corner, and fall is one of the worst seasons for allergies — meaning this time of year, it’s common to be dealing with a stuffy nose. And in the past, you’ve probably headed to the drugstore for a decongestant to get some relief. But according to the

Toloco Massage Gun ($40, originally $90) There’s a lot to love about the Toloco Massage Gun, which boasts more than 33,000 five-star ratings on Amazon, getting high marks for versatility, value, pain relief, and maneuverability. Made for deep-tissue massages, this cordless gun features seven speed levels with 10 different massage heads so you can curate

Sore muscles, sounder sleep, boosted strength, better mood — these are just a few of the changes that can happen when you start exercising more often or more vigorously. But those aren’t the only potential physiological effects of increasing the frequency and/or intensity of your workout routine: Doing so can also mess with your menstrual

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. No matter if you’re a beginner to yoga or a seasoned instructor, using a yoga block is a helpful

Representation affects everyone, even celebrities. On Sept. 14, Lili Reinhart shared her frustration with the lack of “average sized” bodies — specifically arms — shown in mainstream media, writing that she wishes she didn’t spend so much mental energy worrying about her body. “My body dysmorphia has been going crazy because I feel like my

It doesn’t get any easier than tossing ingredients into a high-power blender and pressing a button when you need some food in your belly. Perhaps the ease of making smoothies is one reason they’re so popular. Combine the convenience factor with the ability to customize the concoctions with a wide variety of good-for-you foods and

Ever since I first started meal prepping in my early 20s, smoothies have been part of my weekly rotation. Green smoothies are one of my go-to breakfasts, and I love nothing more than a frosty protein shake after a sweaty workout. Naturally, I was thrilled to get to try out SharkNinja’s new Ninja Blast™ Portable

Old Navy High-Waisted PowerSoft Leggings ($35, originally $40) These leggings are so popular that it might be difficult to find them in stock. But when you do, you should definitely stock up if you appreciate light compression, deep pockets, and four-way stretch. Read more about what makes them so great via our review of the

Fats may have a historically bad rap (you can thank diet culture for that), but we’ve got news for you: fats are an important part of a healthy diet. Everyone needs a balanced diet with plenty of the three macronutrients: protein, carbohydrates, and fats. If you’re curious about how much fat you should be aiming

In Cody Rigsby’s “XOXO, Cody,” the beloved Peloton instructor gets vulnerable about his journey to success, taking readers from his humble beginnings of North Carolina to New York City and to Peloton bike screens around the world. Rigsby injects shocking candor and his infamous sense of humor across the pages, offering up an earnest yet

Smoothies are undeniably great. They make for a portable, lightning-fast meal that takes zero culinary prowess and can still taste incredible. Not to mention, the flavor options are pretty much endless. But if you’re whipping up a smoothie with the intention of it being a filling breakfast or a post-workout snack, you’ll need to make

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. Slipping into a fresh new pair of sneakers before a workout is exciting, to say the least. Maybe your

When Coco Gauff called out those who thought they were “putting water on [her] fire” after making history at the US Open this weekend, she spoke to so many of us who have been underestimated and marginalized in society. By now, you’ve likely heard the amazing news that Gauff became the youngest American to win

Join Supernatural coach Raneir Pollard for a 10-minute lower-body HIIT workout alongside class members Leilani Terris and Poofy Moffitino. This routine is a quick one, so you’ll start with a super-short warmup before you get into working on squat jumps, lateral squats, skaters, and so much more. Feel free to add a hip band (aka

When the COVID pandemic hit in 2020, many of us shifted into the “soft life” — and our workout routines came with us. As a result, the trending workouts today look lower intensity and lower impact than pre-pandemic, with the focus on Pilates, barre, and walking instead of CrossFit, sprints, and HIIT. While many people

Usually, “healthy” desserts kind of feel like a sham, right? You try to tell yourself, “It’s just like the real thing!” But . . . is it? Is it really? However, there are some brands that are seriously stepping up their game. Take Smart Sweets, for instance. We were lucky enough to be among the

If you’ve ever woken up in the morning and been hit with a wave of nausea, you know it’s a pretty miserable way to start the day. But if you’ve ruled out two of the more obvious culprits — pregnancy or a hangover — it can also be confusing. Morning sickness and one too many

Squats are one of the most effective exercises you can do to strengthen your lower body. As a compound exercise that works several large and powerful muscle groups, squats are a fantastic exercise for getting your heart rate up, building strength, and even improving your mobility. It’s also a fundamental human movement pattern that you

Tennis sensation Coco Gauff is on a roll, and her US Open run is the latest proof. The 19-year-old has officially reached the semifinals of the tournament, making her the first American teen to do so since the GOAT Serena Williams did it in 2001. Gauff, who’s currently ranked sixth in women’s singles by the