Fitness

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. We really do shop for everything at Target, and the retailer consistently blows us away with their massive, high-quality

My mental health took a dramatic swerve for the worse in 2020 and 2021, an experience I assume most of the planet can relate to. For me, the problem was exacerbated by physical injuries that kept me from working out, which, up to that point, was the only way I knew how to deal with

Until only recently, I kept a big aspect of my anxiety hidden from the world because I was deathly afraid of the consequences I would suffer if I talked about it. I was already fearful of the judgment I may experience from opening up about my anxiety, but this was huge. What would people think?

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. Elliptical workouts are an effective, low-impact way to get your heart rate up while working on your mobility. You

Better known for its comprehensive sports coverage ranging from major league sports to fierce debate and analysis shows, ESPN is also responsible for producing stellar documentaries highlighting the cherished yet complicated world of sports. The 30 for 30 documentary series, originally aimed to celebrate ESPN’s 30-year anniversary with 30 of the best sports stories throughout

Image Source: Getty / Frazer Harrison Whether it’s taking us on her journey to learning the splits or hopping on the latest TikTok food trend, Lizzo never fails to breed positivity and put a smile on our faces. Case in point: the singer’s latest video dancing and singing along to City Girls’ “Rodeo” in her

This 30-day plank challenge will help strengthen and tone your core while tasking your upper-body strength, too. In just two weeks, you’ll be holding the move for a total of five minutes! And weeks three and four will up the challenge by introducing plank variations that target parts of your body you didn’t know existed.

No matter who I’m working with or the style of training we do, a huge component of my training philosophy focuses on the core. The core is the foundation of movement, and without a strong and stable core, you’re more susceptible to injury and you won’t perform your daily activities or physical pursuits at an

Join fitness trainer and founder of Project Snatched Drea Rawal for a beginner’s arms and abs workout! In just 10 minutes, she will lead you through efficient exercises that will work every muscle from the waist up. Whether you are looking for a quick break from your computer or want to add an in-place exercise

Whether you’re trying to lose weight or simply eat healthier, meal planning can be a helpful tool to keep you on track. Research shows that planning meals ahead leads to better outcomes, including eating a wider variety of healthy foods. If you are new to meal planning and don’t know where to begin, one of

Seems like everyone is singing the praises of kettlebells these days, and for good reason: “Kettlebells are one of the most versatile pieces of equipment,” said Danielle Gertner, a NASM-certified personal trainer who’s kettlebell-certified from the Onnit Academy. Kettlebells offer the convenient size and portability of a dumbbell, Danielle explained, while presenting a unique difficulty

It’s time to get your heart rate up and strengthen your abs with this two-for-one HIIT ab workout. This workout is going to work your obliques, your rectus abdominals (the six-pack muscles), and your transverse abdomnis (your deep core muscles); you’re going to be winded once it’s over. Grab a towel and some water, because

When my team at POPSGUAR asked who wanted to try a plank challenge, my hand shot up. But back in my day (lol) when I was in college, a “plank challenge” consisted of taking photos of yourself lying face down, stiff as a board, somewhere crazy (it was a weird internet thing in the late

Many runners have a love-hate relationship with cross training, especially distance runners. After all, these athletes already spend so many hours training each week that the idea of squeezing in extra workouts can be unappealing. However, cross training plays a crucial role in a runner’s overall training program by ensuring the body stays balanced and

Working out at home is awesome — you can watch TV while stretching, crush a cardio workout then head to the kitchen for a snack, and shower in your own bathroom. The most challenging part? Deciding on a workout program. One way to make it easier is by downloading one of the free workout apps

Image Source: Getty / Rodin Eckenroth Justin Timberlake and Jessica Biel certainly make ab work look easy, but we know how challenging a plank series can be. Ahead of the new year on Wednesday, the duo shared quite the impressive core workout on Instagram, and yep, my abs are sore from just watching. In the

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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. Now that the holidays have come and gone, it’s time to reward yourself with something cute and fun. At

I don’t enjoy swallowing pills, so taking my morning supplements isn’t my favorite part of the day. Yes, gummy multivitamins exist, but they normally have high amounts of citrus, which I’m sensitive to. I was delighted to find out about Nourished ($70), a plant-based, 3D-printed multivitamin that I can customize to my lifestyle. When I

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. Staying active doesn’t have to be expensive. Here, we’ve rounded up 25 of the best budget fitness finds that