Fitness

Niecy Nash-Betts is hot. Yes, her career is on fire (did you see her iconic Emmy’s speech last year?). But she also quite literally feels hot, she tells me during our conversation at the Pendry Hotel in New York at the end of March. Donning a blazing red suit, the “Dahmer” actor admits that she

Every fitness studio has its own approach to hyping up its visitors and inspiring a sense of accomplishment. For F45, it’s a combination of 45-minute functional training sessions programmed for efficiency and fostering camaraderie with a “team mentality.” That’s proven to be a winning formula. F45 opened its first studio in Australia in 2013 and

Most of us already have some personal experience with the power of sound — whether it’s a specific frequency that keeps you calm, or the white noise that helps you sleep at night. Taking this basic concept one step further, scientists are now harnessing the healing properties of sound to make a positive impact on

When you’re searching for relief from the discomfort of a cold or the flu, you likely hit up the drugstore’s cold and flu aisle. But at least some people also swing by their local Starbucks for a semi-controversial, cult-favorite drink. Yes, we’re talking about the Starbucks “Medicine Ball,” a soothing tea blend that has garnered

This movie is part of Netflix’s “Untold,” series of documentaries from the creators of “Wild Wild Country,” which each focus on a controversial event in sports, like Jake Paul’s foray into boxing and the BALCO steroid scandal. “Untold: Breaking Point” focuses on Mardy Fish, who was ranked as the number one American tennis player but

Editor’s Note: We at PS recognize that people of many genders and identities can impregnate others or become pregnant. For this particular story, we interviewed sources who generally referred to those who can impregnate others as men and those who can become pregnant as women. A contraception method for those assigned male at birth is

This informational guide, part of POPSUGAR’s Condition Center, lays out the realities of this health concern: what it is, what it can look like, and strategies that medical experts say are proven to help. You should always consult your doctor regarding matters pertaining to your health and before starting any course of medical treatment. Having

You’ve probably heard the term “pelvic floor” before. It’s a word that gets thrown around quite a bit in the health and fitness space, sometimes without explanation. So what is your pelvic floor, exactly? Essentially it’s is a group of muscles and ligaments that support everything in your pelvic region: your bladder, bowel, and, if

“I don’t think I’ve ever sweat this much in my life,” I think as I watch beads of perspiration rain down on the wood floor in front of my mat. I’m in the middle of the second Tracy Anderson Method class I’ve taken in a week, and let me tell you, it is not getting

When we talk about the health of our all-important pelvic floor muscles (the muscles and ligaments that support everything in your pelvic region, including your bladder, bowels, and uterus), one product comes up a lot: Kegel balls (or Ben Wa balls). What are Ben Wa balls, exactly? Essentially, these vaginal weights are used to strengthen

Not long ago, if you asked me how I was feeling at any point of any day, I would likely respond without hesitation: tired. I realize that I am far from alone on this front, and TBH I had just accepted it as the new norm. As a mom to two young children (ages 4

If the splits have always evaded you, this 30-minute yoga flow might be exactly what you need. Whether you’re trying to get your splits, or just looking to build strength and flexibility, these poses are all about increasing mobility and targeting the backline of your body. Yoga instructor Nikki Nie leads you through every posture,

If there’s one thing TikTok loves, it’s liquids. Between the sleepy girl mocktail, the snow chococinno, and the colostrum smoothie, there’s no shortage of fancy drinks. Today’s latest craze and viral beverage? “Sexy water.” The name is alluring, even seductive — but sexy water isn’t anything too groundbreaking. You may even already be drinking it.

Since Kensington Palace announced Kate Middleton would temporarily pause her royal duties following a planned abdominal surgery in late January, rumors have been swirling about the Princess of Wales’s whereabouts and health. The speculation only got worse when the family released a photo of Middleton with her children on March 10, which they have since

Kate Middleton’s health and whereabouts have been the topic of societal discussion (read: tasteless gossip) for months since it was announced that she’d be pausing her royal duties after an abdominal surgery in late January. The speculation has since come to an end after the princess herself spoke up in a video on March 22,

In a dream world, I’d have the means to shop lululemon’s new arrivals section on the regular. But the reality is that the activewear brand’s gear is an investment — albeit a great one, in my opinion. For that reason, I try to hold myself to buying a few pieces a year as I see

On Jan. 1, 2024, hockey history was made. On that day, about halfway through the first period, forward Alex Carpenter, a two-time Olympic silver medalist for Team USA Hockey, slid the puck over to her Canadian-born teammate Ella Shelton, who promptly snuck it past the goalie and into the net, all in front of a

Thorough testing saves lives. In a March 13 Instagram post, Olivia Munn shared details about her breast cancer diagnosis, along with the breast cancer risk assessment score she credits for saving her life. In the slides recounting her journey with breast cancer, Munn explained that, not long before her diagnosis, she had tested negative for

Image Source: Getty / fotostorm When it comes to cardio equipment at the gym, you’ll typically find rows of treadmills and ellipticals at the ready, some stationary and recumbent bikes, and a rower or two if you’re lucky. But you don’t want to ignore one of the classics (and likely one of the largest) tools

If you’re getting ready to make your viewing plans for the 2023 FIFA World Cup, then there’s one very important question that’s probably on your mind: how long is a soccer match? Fortunately, the timing is one of the easiest parts of the game to follow. Matches stick to a specific schedule, without a bunch