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What to Know About Novavax, the Fourth COVID Vaccine Approved by the FDA
A fourth COVID vaccine could be coming to market soon. On Tuesday, a FDA panel recommended that a vaccine from Maryland-based biotechnology company Novavax be approved for emergency use authorization. The usage recommendation for the two-dose vaccine is being made for adults ages 18 and older, with a three-week wait period between the initial and […]
The 11 Dumbbell Arm Exercises Trainers Swear By
Dumbbell arm workouts are the way to go if you’re looking to get stronger in your upper body, especially if you don’t have access to tons of equipment and gym machines. With just a few pairs of dumbbells, a solid selection of dumbbell arm exercises, and a consistent routine (trainers recommend at least two strength […]
Amazon Prime Day 2 Has All the Fitness and Wellness Deals You’ve Been Eyeing All Year
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’re dedicated to fitness and wellness, we found a bunch of really good reasons you should be shopping […]
You May Need Another COVID Booster Sooner Than You Think
According to a statement by the acting FDA commissioner Janet Woodcock, MD, on Sept. 22, those in the United States who have already received the Pfizer vaccine will be able to receive a COVID-19 booster shot if they belong to specific at-risk populations. This classification includes healthcare workers, grocery store workers, those who work in […]
Birth Control May (Finally) Be Sold Over the Counter One Day. Here’s What to Know
As demand for contraceptives spikes in the wake of the Supreme Court overturning Roe v. Wade, a new and crucial avenue for birth control access may be on its way. On July 11, HRA Pharma applied to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for approval to sell its progestin-only pills over the counter (OTC), marking […]
Jennifer Garner Is the Ultimate Soccer Mom — and She Has the Orange Slices to Prove It
Any childhood soccer players here? Jennifer Garner is about to give you the ultimate childhood throwback. The star brought major soccer-mom energy to LA on Saturday, July 9, when she brought orange slices to the first official game played by Angel City — LA’s new soccer team, which Garner part-owns. The team is brand new […]
J Lo Shares Her Biggest Wellness Breakthrough: “I Thought I Was Invincible”
In the latest edition of her newsletter “On the JLo”, Jennifer Lopez opened up about experiencing severe exhaustion-induced panic attacks in her late 20s, and how they changed her approach to wellness forever. “I was in my late 20s and I thought I was invincible,” Lopez wrote to her newsletter subscribers, according to People. Early […]
Sandra Douglass Morgan Makes History as First Black Woman NFL Team President: “A Dream Come True”
Image Source: Getty Images / Ethan Miller Sandra Douglass Morgan is set to become the new president of the Las Vegas Raiders, making her the first Black woman in NFL history to be named a team president. Morgan, a Las Vegas native who’s previously held positions in the gaming industry, said the gravity of what […]
Kick-Start Your Day With This 10-Minute Beginner HIIT Routine
Get ready to work out with trainer Chelsey Cioli, who will be leading this 10-minute beginner HIIT workout while joined by class members Paris Nicole and Poofy Moffitino. In this routine, you’ll start with a quick warmup that includes hip circles, hamstring stretches with spinal twists, thread the needles, and tabletop press-ups. Then be prepared […]
Consider This Your Late-Summer Packing Guide, No Matter the Destination
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. Craving that last escape of the season? Consider this the sign you need to go ahead and book that […]
President Biden Signs Executive Order on Abortion Rights Amid Mounting Pressure
When the Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade in late June, people immediately called on President Joe Biden to do something to protect reproductive rights in America. It took a few weeks, but he listened: on July 8, Biden signed an executive order activating various reproductive-healthcare protections in response to the Supreme Court’s decision. “It […]
Lupita Nyong’o’s 15-Second Bodyweight Burner Is the Ultimate Ab Challenge
Image Source: Getty / Axelle/Bauer-Griffin Lupita Nyong’o is known for crushing her workouts on Instagram. When she’s not taking on core-shaking, exercise-ball ab workouts, she’s squatting to Todrick Hall hits or using giant pieces of driftwood to exercise on the beach, all while looking like she’s having the best time ever. But in Nyong’o’s latest […]
Try Something New With This 10-Minute Dance Cardio Workout
Get ready to work out with trainer Jayen Wells, who will be leading this 10-minute beginner’s dance cardio joined by Adele Joven and Brandi Stoessel. In this routine, you’ll start with a quick dance cardio warmup and drill beginner-level moves like the grapevine, step touches, hip grooves, and so much more. If this is your […]
This Is What It’s Like to Have Face Blindness
Brad Pitt allegedly suffers from prosopagnosia, a face blindness disorder, and he wants more people to know it’s a real thing. For almost a decade, Pitt has been open about not recognizing people he had already met before — and then upsetting them because of it. In an interview with Esquire in 2013, he said […]
8 of the Best Champion Leggings For Your Active Lifestyle
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. Leggings are a necessity in our everyday wardrobe. Whether it’s for working out or lounging around, leggings are flexible, […]
15 Months After Giving Birth, Tatjana Maria Is a Wimbledon Semifinalist
Tatjana Maria is shocking the tennis world at Wimbledon 2022. Ranked No. 103 in the world and having never advanced beyond the third round in 34 previous Grand Slam appearances, the German player is officially moving on to the Wimbledon semifinals — just over a year since giving birth to her second child, Cecilia. “I […]
Work Your Booty and Thigh Muscles With This 10-Minute No-Equipment Routine
Join the founders of LIT Method, Justin and Taylor Norris, for a 10-minute butt and thigh workout that will have you feeling strong and balanced. This no-equipment routine is perfect for all levels and can be done anytime, anywhere. In this routine, you’ll work on side lunges, side steps, sumo squats, lateral shuffles, kneeling rear-leg […]
How Soon You Can Get Pregnant Once Your IUD Is Removed
Intrauterine devices, more commonly known as IUDs, are one of the most effective forms of birth control, according to Planned Parenthood. With many people urgently seeking ways to take control of their reproductive health following the Supreme Court’s stunning reversal of Roe v. Wade, long-acting IUDs may seem like a good option — especially considering […]
What’s a Menstrual Disc, and Is It Better Than a Menstrual Cup? We Asked an Ob-Gyn
There’s been an explosion of environmentally friendly, cost-effective products for menstrual bleeding in recent years. Period underwear and menstrual cups in particular have gone from products few people were familiar with to household names. Each one has its benefits and drawbacks, and everyone who has a period has their own opinions on what’s the most […]
What Is a Low-Impact Workout, Actually? You May Be Surprised
POPSUGAR Photography / Matthew Kelly It wasn’t all that long ago that box jumps, burpees, and treadmill sprints likely dominated the fitness side of your social feed. Nowadays? I’ll bet it skews more toward things like hot girl walks and Pilates. There’s been an undeniable shift in the fitness culture lately, and it’s seeming to […]
Why Your Vaginal pH Level Matters, According to Ob-Gyns
Feeling that something is off with your vagina can be scary, whether you’re experiencing minor irritation or symptoms that can’t be ignored. Between yeast infections and STDs, there are a lot of things that can happen to this very important organ, and therefore a lot of reasons to get treatment if necessary. One measure of […]
Move to the Beat With This 30-Minute Dance-Cardio and Sculpt Class
Get ready to work out with trainer Khetanya Henderson, who will be leading this 30-minute dance cardio and sculpt class joined by Alexis Turner and Natalie White. You’ll dance your way through the workout, adding strength moves such as side lunges, squats, and so much more. In the second half of the workout, you’ll feel […]
Heat Up Your Summer With This 5-Day Break-a-Sweat Workout Challenge
The sun is out, temps are rising, and carefree summer vibes abound. Why not channel that energy into your workout routine? This five-day, break-a-sweat workout challenge, courtesy of Class FitSugar, is all about celebrating the season with movement. You’ll join NASM-certified trainer Maricris Lapaix and ACE-certified trainer Cassidy Rhodes for five different at-home-friendly workouts, all […]
How to Handle the Emotional Aftermath of Roe Being Overturned
We’ve known this was coming since early May, if not earlier. But it was still gut-wrenching to actually get the news on June 24 that the Supreme Court was officially overturning Roe v. Wade, the 1973 case that protected the constitutional right to abortion. According to the most recent Gallup poll, 85 percent of Americans […]
Disney’s “Baymax!” Series Includes an Important Moment For Trans Representation
Disney’s latest innocuous attempt at LGBTQ+ representation once again sparks misplaced outrage. “Big Hero 6” spinoff “Baymax!” arrived on Disney+ on June 29, and an episode in the animated series depicts the titular character, a healthcare robot whose mission it is to help the people of San Fransokyo, in a convenience store shopping for sanitary […]
Gabrielle Union Shares Her Workout Motivation (Hint: It’s Her Husband)
Gabrielle Union posted a video of a 6:30 a.m. workout on Wednesday with her favorite workout partner and husband, Dwyane Wade, with the caption, “How I stay motivated.” With her classic sense of humor, Union makes exasperated faces at the camera as she teases, “Why do you work out like that, Gab? Oh my god, […]
What to Know About Valerian Root and Its Potential Benefits For Sleep
If you’ve ever struggled to fall asleep, you know how desperate you can be for answers — especially if it happens for nights on end. While melatonin seems to be the reigning champ of sleep supplements, it might not be the best choice if you’re waking up in the middle of the night, breastfeeding, or […]
25 Old Navy Activewear Pieces Our Editors Wear on Repeat
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. When it comes to stocking workout staples to reach for again and again, Old Navy constantly impresses with consistent […]