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Selena Gomez Has Covid — and It’s a Great Reminder to Get Your Booster
Selena Gomez announced Wednesday that she’s tested positive for COVID. Sharing the news on her Instagram Story, Gomez also stated she canceled her scheduled appearance for that evening on “The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon.” “I ended up getting covid but am resting and feeling ok,” she said. Gomez also took the opportunity to remind […]
Earth Tones: The Fall Trend We’re Obsessed With
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 you ask us, it’s time to reinvent the image of earthy fashion — earth tones can actually have […]
Jonathan Van Ness Shares Their “Healing Journey” to Overcome a Binge-Eating Disorder
“Queer Eye” star Jonathan Van Ness shared a video on Instagram yesterday to celebrate their growth in gymnastics. It showed off the “before” and after” of a back flip that they’ve been perfecting for months. But Van Ness also used the post as an opportunity to address their journey with an eating disorder. In April, […]
Taylor Swift Edits “Anti-Hero” Music Video For Potentially Fatphobic Content
“It’s me, hi, I’m the problem, it’s me,” Taylor Swift sings in “Anti-Hero,” the third track on her latest album, “Midnights.” And since the release of the music video, parts of the internet agree that, yes, the problem is . . . Taylor Swift. At least when it comes to fatphobia. “Anti-hero” was written and […]
These 11 Convenient Period Products Are the Move the Next Time You Travel
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. It can be a relief when you discover your period is conveniently set to arrive a week before your […]
Safety Concerns Grow For Iranian Rock Climber Who Competed Without Her Headscarf
Iranian rock climber Elnaz Rekabi is suspected to have gone missing after competing without a headscarf in an International Federation of Sport Climbing championship in Seoul this weekend. Following her early departure from Seoul and claims of retribution from the Iranian government, many currently fear for Rekabi’s safety and whereabouts. The 33-year-old professional climber from […]
This Beginner-Friendly Arm Workout Has Just 6 Simple Moves
If you’re new to strength training, here’s a beginner-friendly arm workout using weights, created by POPSUGAR Fitness host and personal trainer Anna Renderer. This easy-to-follow dumbbell circuit workout includes six basic dumbbell arm exercises, perfect for weight-lifting newbies! From raising your metabolic rate to help with weight loss, to getting stronger, and getting more defined […]
40 Stretching Exercises That Will Leave You Feeling Brand New
Stress can leave your muscles feeling tight and needing a stretch. Challenging workouts can, too. Long, hard runs? Yep. Heck, just sitting at your desk or driving for a long time can leave you tight! Since many activities can leave your muscles tight, you need to give them a little extra TLC and stretch. Regular […]
High Levels of BPA Were Found In Sports Bras — Here’s What You Need To Know
Working out is supposed to be good for you — and a great sports bra can make you feel good about yourself and push you to work out that much harder. But news from the Center for Environmental Health (CEH) is making people question whether their sportswear might have an unwanted impact on their health. […]
Self-Care Is Only the First Step to Wellness, Says Author Fariha Róisín In ‘Who Is Wellness For?’
I’ve never been good with criticism — giving or receiving it. My therapist might reason it’s due to being a “recovering codependent,” a phrase I like because it sounds like an addiction to people-pleasing, rather than a moral failure. So when I picked up “Who Is Wellness For?”, Fariha Róisín’s memoir and deep dive into […]
Challenge Your Stamina With This Nonstop 30-Minute Cardio Barre Routine
Get ready to feel the burn with fitness trainer Jake DuPree, who will be leading this 30-minute cardio barre circuit joined by Ellie Aviles and Nikita Chaudhry. This workout includes energizing cardio sections mixed with barre-inspired exercises. You’ll target the lower body, core, and arms and, of course, do lots of booty work. Our class […]
How to Support Someone Going Through a Psychiatric Episode
Though the term “psychosis” may be thrown around loosely, the diagnosis is often much deeper than describing someone’s erratic or abnormal behavior. According to the National Institute of Mental Health, a period of psychosis is what happens when an individual’s “thoughts and perceptions are disturbed” and they “have difficulty understanding what is real and what […]
Yara Shahidi Could Go Pro After Playing Soccer With TikTok Star Khaby Lame
“Black-ish” star Yara Shahidi doesn’t get many days off, but when she does, she spends it . . . playing soccer with Khaby Lame, the reigning “King of TikTok”. On Oct. 13, Shahidi joined Lame for his very first American interview, talking to him about his comedic inspiration and identity before hitting the soccer field. […]
Daniella Levy Wants Latinas to Stop Feeling Shame Around Their Vaginal Health
Caring for your vagina should not be treated as taboo. Half of the world’s population (possibly more) has a vagina, so why is it still considered to be such a hush-hush matter — especially within Latinx families? Daniella Levy, founder, and CEO of Happy V asked herself the same question after struggling with vaginal health […]
“I Spent 20-Plus Years Battling Severe Obsessions Before I Was Diagnosed With OCD”
Each year in the US, an estimated 12 million adults who receive outpatient care are misdiagnosed, and oftentimes those patients fall within a minority identity, including women, non-white Americans, and those within the LGBTQIA community. That’s why we created Finally Diagnosed: a monthly series dedicated to highlighting the stories of those who’ve been overlooked by […]
Oprah Winfrey Reflects on Recovering From Back-to-Back Knee Surgeries Last Year
Oprah Winfrey revealed she underwent back-to-back knee surgeries last year. The 68-year-old media mogul and gardening enthusiast discussed the experience for the first time during a virtual “The Life You Want” class that live streamed on her Oprah Daily website on Oct. 11. “I had double knee surgery last year,” she said in conversation with […]
Burnt Orange Is the Color of the Season — These Are Our Picks From Athleta
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 there’s one hue that stands above the rest for delivering classic autumn vibes, it has to be burnt […]
A Timeline of the Abuse and Misconduct That Has Rocked the NWSL
The Washington Spirit and Chicago Red Stars will face off in the NWSL championship game on Saturday, Nov. 20, at 12 p.m. ET, capping off a tumultuous and transformative year for the nation’s only professional women’s soccer league. While the athletes have always had to fight for fair wages and better working conditions, an explosive […]
Brendan Fraser Triumphs in “The Whale” After Decades-Long Struggle With Depression
Brendan Fraser was moved to tears after receiving a five-minute standing ovation at the London Film Festival during a screening of his movie “The Whale” on Tuesday, per People. The emotional response was in reaction to Fraser’s incredible achievement: a triumphant return after decades of struggling with depression. Known for starring in hit movies in […]
Marvel Actor Jonathan Majors’s Training Is Real — and So Are the Weights He Uses on Set
Jonathan Majors is busy — and that’s how he likes it. With a résumé boasting an impressive mix of mainstay Marvel blockbusters and moody, arthouse projects like “The Last Black Man in San Francisco” and HBO’s Black horror series “Lovecraft Country” (which secured Majors an Emmy nomination), the 33-year-old actor is quickly becoming known for […]
Scarlett Johansson Says Hollywood’s Hypersexualization Hurt Her Career
Scarlett Johansson stepped into the limelight at a young age, but as she explained on Dax Shepard’s “Armchair Expert” podcast, that’s not how the industry viewed her at first. Instead, she said she was sexualized to an extreme extent, treated as though she was much older than she actually was, and edged out of the […]
Peloton’s Kendall Toole Has Accepted Her Need For Rest: “I Don’t Feel Ashamed of It Anymore”
Kendall Toole is ready for a break. No, diehard Peloton fans, that doesn’t mean the beloved cycling and shadowboxing instructor is stepping away from the studio, so feel free to resume breathing. But while Toole and I chat via Zoom the first week of October, she was prepping for a social media–free weekend — just […]
I Tried the TikTok Famous Air Up Water Bottle, and I Get the Hype
I first learned about the Air Up water bottle the same way I learn about most things these days: on TikTok. Whichever influencer I scrolled past made a compelling case. The bottle flavors your water, but not by adding a booster to the water itself. Instead, you buy “scent pods” that slip over the mouthpiece. […]
This 10-Minute Dance Cardio Will Make You Forget You’re Working Out
Leave it all on the dance floor with professional dancer, content creator, and certified trainer Luis Cervantes, who will guide you through this all-levels, Latin-inspired dance cardio workout joined by Val Valdiviez and Stephanie Jones! Cervantes will take you through short follow-along combos that are so fun, you won’t want to stop moving. In just […]
This 10-Minute Upper-Body Strength Workout Is an Arm, Chest, and Back Day All in One
Join fitness trainer and world-champion track athlete Jasmine Blocker for a 10-minute upper-body strength workout joined by Paris Nicole and A.J. Morales. In this routine, you’ll start with a quick warmup to get your body prepared for the work ahead. Then you’ll power through hammer curls, weighted punches, dumbbell rows, renegade rows, and so much […]
12 Core Stability Exercises That Do More For Your Abs Than Crunches Ever Could
Fitness professionals have varying opinions on how individuals should train for optimal health, but one thing they all agree on is the importance of a strong core, which you can get from core stability exercises. You’ve probably seen info about core strength on Instagram or heard your favorite instructor refer to it as you hold […]
20 lululemon Gifts For Everyone on Your List
We’re of the belief that the best kinds of gifts are fitness gifts, because they’re the presents the active person in your life will actually want to use. We always end up shopping at Lululemon, and if they’re just as in love with the brand as we are, they’ll deeply appreciate these 19 gifts. Some […]
Chelsea Sodaro Wins Ironman World Championship 18 Months After Welcoming Daughter
Chelsea Sodaro made history in many ways on Thursday. The 33-year-old triathlete won the Ironman World Championship in Kona, HI. In doing so, Sodaro, who resides in California, became the first American winner in two decades and first rookie winner in over a decade. What’s more, she also welcomed a daughter, Skylar, just 18 months […]