Advice
Knowing How to Find Your Glimmers Could Be the Key to Minimizing Stress
You just need a quick scroll on social media to feel like the world is a troubling place right now. While we’ve all heard of triggers — those moments that catch you by surprise and send your body into fight or flight mode — you are less likely to know about triggers’ siblings: glimmers. The […]
Are Lunges Bad For Your Knees? Here’s What Experts Say
It’s no secret that lunges can help strengthen the muscles in your hips, glutes, and hamstrings, as well as improve your balance and flexibility. But if your knees are feeling strained after a set, you may be wondering whether lunges are actually doing you any good. A twinge or pain in the knees after doing […]
The Surprising Health Benefits and Side Effects of Eating Brussels Sprouts
Aptly named for the city that they originated in, Brussels sprouts have been growing in the cool, lush Belgian countryside for over 400 years. These mini cabbages may be small in size, but mighty in well, pretty much everything else. The versatile veggie has become a must-have on foodie’s plates. You can serve them air-fried, […]
Shop Khloé Kardashian’s Favorite Wellness Deals Ahead of Black Friday
Ever wonder what the Kardashians get each other for Christmas? Well, their holiday shopping starts the same time as the rest of us — on Black Friday. And Khloé Kardashian is letting POPSUGAR in on some of her top wellness picks for this year. ICYMI: Kardashian has teamed up with Rakuten to reveal a daily […]
The Best Under-Desk Exercise Equipment to Balance Workouts and Work Life
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. Working from home has its perks and one of them is being able to create an office environment that […]
20 Black Friday Fitness and Wellness Deals You Can Shop Now
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. Whether you’re looking to invest in new gym equipment, shop for the holiday season, or just stock up on […]
7 Reasons Your Eye Just Won’t Stop Twitching — Plus, How to Stop It
Raise your hand if you’ve ever been minding your own business when suddenly, your eye starts to twitch. You try rubbing away the spasm, but it strikes back again and again. You’re likely searching for answers to “why does my eye twitch?” and when to worry about eye twitching, but don’t panic. It’s actually pretty […]
The Best Electric Toothbrushes For a Healthy Smile
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. Taking care of your teeth is a non-negotiable aspect of overall health. From preventing bad breath to warding off […]
Do Multivitamins Actually Work?
People opt to take multivitamins for various reasons, including helping the body avoid nutritional gaps, support certain health outcomes, or boost energy levels. But multivitamins are supplements, and with any supplement or new medication you take, it’s important to ask questions about how it will actually benefit you. As a dietitian, when people ask me […]
16 Amazon Products to Help You Reach Your Meal-Prepping Goals
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. Whether you want to eat healthier or are determined to bring lunch to the office instead of eating out […]
15 Products That Might Just Revolutionize Your Sleep Routine
Bearaby Hand-Knit Weighted Blanket ($199 and up) It’s highly likely you’ve heard of this weighed blanket before; it’s one of the most aesthetically pleasing options on the market. Made from 100 percent cotton, it boasts a chunky, hand-knit design that looks good in your bedroom and helps you relax after a long day. One of […]
Fire Up Your Abs and Glutes With This 30-Minute HIIT Workout
Ashley Joi brings the heat in this fiery abs and booty workout. This 30-minute class consists of four blocks packed with a variety of glute and abdominal exercises. Get your heart rate up as Joi guides you through 30-second intervals of high-intensity cardio and strength training, followed by 30 seconds of rest. As always, modifications […]
Condition Center: Vulvodynia
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. Any […]
10 Comfortable Weighted Blankets That’ll Help You Feel More Relaxed
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. If sleep is truly one of the universe’s greatest gifts to humankind, then a weighted blanket might just be […]
Tiare Jennings on Being a College Softball Player: “It’s Literally Like Having 20 Sisters”
Tiare Jennings, 21, is a senior who plays softball at the University of Oklahoma. She made a big splash when she was a freshman and was named NFCA National Freshman of the Year and Softball America Freshman of the Year and was selected as a first-team All-American. As part of POPSUGAR’s series highlighting young athletes […]
Leg Day Just Got Spicier With This 10-Minute Twerk Dance Workout
A fresh way to get the ultimate booty burn is here! This high-energy dance workout is packed with moves to work your glutes, from traditional lower-body exercises like squats and lunges to dance moves like twerking and body rolls. In just 10 minutes, this one is guaranteed to get your heart rate up and have […]
6 Electric Massagers for Every Part of the Body — All From Amazon
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. You’ve likely come across Amazon’s foot-massaging baths, turning your home into a spa retreat, but the world of tension-relieving […]
Why You Can’t Mix Grapefruit With Some Medications, According to MDs
There’s something ultra-refreshing about cutting into a fresh, juicy grapefruit, but before you go to town, you need to check your medications. You may be thinking, “Huh?! Why does grapefruit interfere with medication?” Good thing you asked because the citrus fruit can actually cause dangerous interactions with some meds. “Grapefruit is a healthy food that […]
10 Best Space-Saving Workout Products From Amazon
Goplus 2 in 1 Folding Treadmill ($296) Who says having a treadmill has to take up a ton of space? Check out this one, which you can either raise the riser for jogging or running or leave it down for walking and place it under a desk. It has lots of features, including and LED […]
These Photos of Aaron Judge Supporting Samantha Bracksieck at the NYC Marathon Will Make You Melt
In a refreshing turn of events, Aaron Judge hit the bleachers on Nov. 5 to cheer on his wife, Samantha Bracksieck, as she completed the New York City Marathon for the second year in a row. For years, Bracksieck has frequented the stands in support of Judge, an outfielder for the New York Yankees. Now, […]
Yoga vs. Pilates: Here Are All the Differences to Know
I began teaching yoga in 2012, and since then, I’ve often been asked about the difference between yoga and Pilates. People often believe the two can easily be interchanged and that they both have the same benefits. Though yoga and Pilates are similar in some respects, they’re very different in others. They’re both low-impact workouts […]
This FP Movement Throw and Go Onesie Is an Instant (and Comfy) Outfit
I’ve been dancing for 21 years, and trying to decide what to wear to a hip-hop dance class is always a challenge for me. I know I could easily wear leggings or sweats paired with a t-shirt or tank top, but it’s not always the most comfortable or stylish option. When I go to dance […]
This 30-Minute Energizing Morning Yoga Flow Will Jump-Start Your Day
Welcome to Breath Fitsugar, a wellness spinoff of our popular Class Fitsugar and Dance Fitsugar series that focuses on meditation, movement, and mindfulness. Join certified yoga instructor Nikki Nie for our first episode, a powerful yoga flow intentionally programmed to shake up your morning routine in just 30 minutes. It incorporates breathing techniques such as […]
Megan Thee Stallion Wears These Workout Sneakers on Repeat — and They’re Trainer-Approved
If you follow her on any social media, you know that Megan Thee Stallion has a heck of a workout routine. Her usual training consists of heavy weightlifting, functional strength work, dynamic full-body conditioning, and plenty of rest-interval twerking. While Megan Thee Stallion’s workout routine alone is worth envying (and replicating, if you can keep […]
Why There’s Still Stigma Around Periods in Sports, According to Athletes and Coaches
From the very first time she laced up her sneakers at high school track practice through her final race as a collegiate athlete, Olympic runner Colleen Quigley never felt ashamed to have a period. Her parents and coaches normalized the conversation from a young age, she says, and she quickly learned that menstruation is simply […]
Meg Thee Stallion’s “Cobra” Shows Black Women They Can Be Vulnerable and Magical
Content Warning: This article contains mention of suicide and suicide ideation. Please proceed thoughtfully. Megan the Stallion’s much-anticipated music video for “Cobra” was released yesterday, and within hours, it was trending all over social media. Though the visuals and concept for the video were magnificent and Meg looks as stunning as ever, the deeper conversation […]
Get Stronger Arms, Legs, and Abs With This Basic Dumbbell Workout
Image Source: POPSUGAR Photography / Chaunté VaughnProduct Credit: POPSUGAR Dumbbells If you’re totally intimidated by the weights at the gym but you want to start strength training — or you’re just looking for a simple but effective total-body dumbbell workout to cue up at a moment’s notice — this routine was made for you. It’s […]
7 Free Meditation Apps That’ll Give You Peace of Mind
Cost: Free; premium subscription is $12 per month Aura is just as much a self-care app as it is a meditation app. In addition to meditation tracks, Aura also gives you access to stories and sleep tales, life coaching, cognitive behavioral therapy, hypnosis, calming music, and nature sounds. From this selection, you can create and […]