Fitness

Grace, strength, flexibility, power — all words that can be used to describe these stunning videos from Jenyne Butterfly, a pole dancer and aerialist recently featured in the Netflix documentary Strip Down, Rise Up. Jenyne is a legend in the pole community. She was the first US Pole Dance champion, performed with Cirque du Soleil

Strip Down, Rise Up, the Netflix documentary from Oscar-nominated director Michèle Ohayon, introduces viewers to the healing world of pole dance through the eyes of several amateur and professional pole dancers, including Amy Bond, founder of Pole & Dance Studios in California. Bond is a lawyer who spent years trying to escape both the societal

Trends in wellness ebb and flow, but getting rejuvenating sleep has now moved beyond the fad stage and into a full-on movement. Everyone I talk to is obsessed with their sleep quality, getting to sleep faster, and making the most of their downtime. Now, I can count myself as one of those people, when an

It doesn’t matter whether you’ve never done Pilates in your life or you’ve spent years on the mat. Pilates teacher Isa Welly created this 20-minute morning Pilates routine for all levels, so if you’ve always wanted to try the low-impact workout modality, now’s your chance! This is a full-body Pilates flow that starts off nice

Morgan Bullock first started taking dance classes when she was three years old and fell in love with Irish dance when she was 10. Now, at 21, she’s recognized as one of the top 50 dancers at the World Irish Dance Championships. She’s been invited by the Prime Minister of Ireland to perform at their

Before we explain why Ashton Edwards is such a groundbreaking ballet dancer, give us a second to define some ballet terminology. You’ve probably heard the phrase “on pointe,” which refers to the style of ballet in which dancers support all their weight on the tips of their toes. It’s also a style we see performed

It’s most common to sneeze from a tickle in your nose or to feel stuffy and irritable when you have a cold, but if you ever find yourself sneezing at the dinner table, you’re not alone — and oddly enough, your symptoms probably have nothing do with allergies. Here’s what’s actually happening and why you

Body positivity was created in the 1960s by Black, queer women looking for a space to celebrate their marginalized bodies, a space where anyone who didn’t fit society’s strict beauty standards could belong. Like many other parts of feminist history, the movement was eventually hijacked by average-sized white women with hourglass figures, whose focus on

If you want that deep muscle burn, and you want it with low-impact, low-space moves that require little to no equipment, give barre a try. It’s one of our favorite styles of training to challenge your muscles, balance, and stamina, and you don’t need much more than your bodyweight and some sweat. OK, maybe a

After an iconic halftime performance from J Lo and Shakira last year, The Weeknd will be performing at Super Bowl LV on Feb. 7. With his melodic vocals and bold public statements, we can’t wait to see what he has in store for us. Check out a workout playlist comprised of upbeat hit songs from

Sneaking movement into your daily routine is a simple way to make sure you’re staying active. If you have to run an errand in your neighborhood, walk or bike to the store instead of driving. Not to say you can’t ever take the elevator again, but opt for the stairs when you’re only climbing a

When you’re trying a new workout for the first time, the last thing you want to worry about is your outfit. Your mind is busy enough trying to master the moves — you shouldn’t have to think about your sports bra not being supportive enough or the waistband of your leggings starting to slip. So,

There’s nothing wrong with setting lofty fitness goals for yourself, but what happens when you fall behind, start skipping workouts, or lose motivation? What if you’re too daunted to even start? It’s amazing how quickly fitness stops feeling fun and starts to become a chore. That’s why we came up with POPSUGAR’s first-ever 28-Day Fitness

I suffered a miscarriage in my first trimester and that loss has shaped and changed who I am at my core. So much of who I was before this loss is unrecognizable to me, and I’m realizing that I can’t go back to the “before” version of myself no matter how hard I try. There

It’s physically impossible to choose a favorite cast member from We Are: The Brooklyn Saints, but if we had to, Coach Gawuala would be right up there. He’s the beating heart of the Saints’ nine-and-under football team, and you can see it every time he’s on screen, leading cheers, coaching the boys through losses, and

I’ve tried to like cooking. I really have. I’ve perused healthy food blogs. I’ve bought fancy cookbooks. I’ve even made several Pinterest boards declaring that I’m going to make these “Healthy Eats,” “Paleo Recipes,” or “Cast-Iron Creations.” What usually ends up happening is I wait until it’s 8 p.m. after a long work day, and

When you hit a fitness plateau — or you’re just bored with your regular workout routine — and want to amp things up, try using resistance bands! These stretchy yet firm bands go around your thighs, calves, ankles, feet, hands, or arms to make every movement more challenging. In fact, resistance bands are just as

When my husband Nathan first learned that he was eligible to get the COVID-19 vaccine, we were thrilled. I’ve spent the better part of a year worrying that he would contract the virus while working in healthcare five days a week. And, while we knew there could be side effects from the vaccine, they paled

Image Source: mirror.co Home workouts feel a lot less lonely when you have a life-size trainer guiding you from a smart mirror on your wall! The Echelon Reflect and the Mirror are both high-tech, HD mirrors that allow you to stream workouts from the comfort of your home, while getting that collaborative fitness class experience

Not to get super old-school on you, but we all know that fitness trends come and go. One thing that never goes out of style? Treadmill workouts. They’re just too darn versatile — cardio sessions that can help you work up a sweat, build endurance, and even lose weight, especially if you opt for intervals.

Today more than ever, women are owning their space in the gym and celebrating all the curves on their bodies (and not just with leggings). Booty gains are the name of the game as of late, and we couldn’t be prouder of the shift in mindset. The best way to celebrate all those curves? In

Stuck at home and love energizing, upbeat rock music? Get in 2,000 steps with this 15-minute indoor walking workout from YMCA-certified personal trainer Rick Bhullar. It’s fast-paced, fun, and can be done in a small space in your home. You’ll do lots of marching and step touches, and you’ll love Bhullar’s contagious energy and excitement.

If leggings aren’t high-waisted, we probably aren’t buying them. The style is so perfect because it holds you in, doesn’t ride down and expose anything, and also looks great with just a sports bra or crop top. Plus, we find high-waisted leggings to be the most comfortable styles. Since there’s always room in your closet

UCLA gymnast Nia Dennis went viral in 2020 for her Beyoncé and Homecoming floor routine — so viral that she ended up on The Ellen DeGeneres Show. Now, the senior is back with a new routine for the 2021 season, and her performance at the Bruins’ first competition (and win!) of the year against the

If working your muscles and moving your body are on your to-do list this week, you’ve come to the right place. We have four fresh workouts going live this week on our Instagram page and YouTube channel, hosted by trainers we know you’re going to love, if you don’t work out with them already! Check

I am a sports-bra snob, and I am not afraid to admit it. When I’m looking for a sports bra, above all else, I need it to be comfortable. It doesn’t matter if it’s the most supportive sports bra in the world, if it doesn’t feel good on, I’m not wearing it. I have all

Sometimes, finding a great pair of leggings can feel tougher than bootcamp. Because they all fit so differently, and different customers want different things from a workout pant, we’ve learned to listen to ratings and customer reviews when we’re shopping, and we’ve come across some seriously beloved pairs. Whether you prefer a full legging or

Everything in your body is connected, which means the pain you feel in one area might be caused by a weakness or an underlying injury in another. Take your hips, for example. You probably know how sore and tight this area can get just from sitting or working out, but if your hip muscles are