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Break a sweat with fitness instructor Poofy Moffitino, who leads this 10-minute summer-sweat dance-party workout joined by Lilian Gonzalez and Chelsey Cioli. You’ll make the most of every second in this quick routine, and get moving right away. As you learn the moves, don’t be afraid to add your own personality — you’ll feel like […]

Like most humans, Rose Lavelle loves Chipotle. She’s also a fan of country music. But her soccer skills set her apart from us all. Lavelle was one of the youngest players on the US Women’s National Team at the 2019 FIFA Women’s World Cup, where she made an incredible debut with two goals in the […]

I remember being about 7 years old, watching my paternal grandmother get dressed, when I noticed that her thighs were different, bumpy, unlike my mom’s legs and certainly nothing like the legs on all of my dolls, including Barbie. As I hit early adolescence, I started getting teased for my similarly shaped thighs. I don’t […]

Periods can be so unpredictable, varying by cycle and symptom. You might find that you have to use the bathroom more frequently on your period or that your period blood has a peculiar smell — but the color of your flow from one day to the next can be especially hard to anticipate. Period blood […]

Smith and fellow USWNT member Naomi Girma have been friends since childhood and also attended Stanford together, where they were part of the soccer team that won a national championship in 2019. Last year, their friend and former Stanford teammate Katie Meyer died by suicide, and Smith and Girma are committed to championing mental health […]

Naomi Watts is tired of the silence surrounding menopause. In a July 24 interview with Hello! Magazine, Watts spoke about being diagnosed with early menopause at the age of 36, and the importance of candid conversation. “Going through menopause at such a young age was not easy, especially during a time when there was so […]

Get ready to work out with fitness trainer Natalie White, who will be leading this 30-minute no-repeat cardio workout joined by Luisa Fonseca and Dustin Ripkens. In this routine, you’ll start off with some deep breaths followed by a sequence of skips, arm circles, and squats to get your blood flowing. This high-intensity cardio workout […]

July marks Disability Pride Month, a time to commemorate the passage of the Americans With Disabilities Act and to celebrate the diversity, resilience, and visibility of the disabled community. This Disability Pride Month, we asked writers to share aspects of their identities and lives that they feel might be “invisible” to others. Check out our […]

Following their successful battle for pay equity, the USWNT was honored at the 2023 ESPY Awards with the Arthur Ashe Award for Courage. Awarded annually, the honor celebrates those in the world of sports who “[possess] strength in the face of adversity, courage in the face of peril, and the willingness to stand up for […]

Yes, the facial involves having someone stick their fingers in your mouth. I’ve dealt with varying levels of TMJ pain and tension headaches over the past couple decades, and more recently, the clear aligners I’ve been wearing to straighten my teeth caused a pretty significant flare up. While I have plenty of tools in my […]

Formula 1 is everywhere these days — from movies and fashion to people’s weekend routines. But fans might be less familiar with F1 Academy, an all-female single-seater racing championship that started just this year. These drivers are already making waves: in May, Bianca Bustamante made history when she became the first Filipina to win an […]

London-based personal trainer David Higgins has been working with Margot Robbie since about 2015, when she was first prepping for her role in “The Legend of Tarzan.” The aesthetic of that move — that is, tousled, grungy, raw — is just about the antithesis of her of-the-moment starring role in “Barbie.” Still, to prep for […]

For us US women’s soccer fans, there are a couple historical moments that stand out: Brandi Chastain falling to her knees and ripping off her jersey when the United States won the FIFA Women’s World Cup Final in 1999; Team USA goalie Hope Solo’s iconic and viral save to get the win over Japan in […]

It’s been 24 years since Brandi Chastain’s iconic 1999 World Cup celebration — the one where she famously tore off her jersey and slid to her knees, fists clutched in victory — was captured and plastered on the cover of “Sports Illustrated.” That was the moment after she scored the game-winning penalty shot in the […]

You may give your urine little thought until something seems off. Whether it smells funky or you suddenly have to pee every 10 minutes, out-of-the-ordinary bathroom habits can be alarming. But what happens when you have an abnormal urine color? “Colored urine isn’t always a cause for concern,” says David Shusterman, MD, a board-certified urologist […]

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. Running isn’t always easy, but there’s definitely something rewarding about having sore muscles the day after hitting a new […]

When the second “Barbie” teaser dropped, fans went absolutely feral for the opening shot: a close-up of Barbie’s iconically arched foot stepping out of a pink, furry stiletto. “I need to know everything about this shot. How many takes, if she held onto something, was she harnessed, is the landing mark sticky, are they her […]

Alo Yoga Airbrush High-Waist 7/8 Flutter Legging ($118) These flared Alo Yoga leggings are perfect for yoga, Pilates, or any low-impact workouts. They’re made with Airbrush fabric that gives you a flattering silhouette while preventing any unwanted slipping or bunching. They also have strategically placed slits for ventilation (OK, and style). Why we love it: […]

Image Source: Getty / Laurence Griffiths As Simone Biles transitions back into the gymnastics world, she’s making sure her mental health is her top priority. On July 16, the decorated gymnast shared how she’s been managing her mental health in preparation for her upcoming return to the sport. “lots of therapy, I go once a […]

Join fitness trainer Rachel McClusky for a 10-minute no-jump booty-burn workout, joined by Mikayla Campbell and Nikita Chaudhry. This low-impact standing routine starts off with slow and controlled movements that strengthen your glutes while also helping you find your balance. Get ready to work your booty with a series of leg lifts, sumo squats to […]

Vuori Halo Performance Hoodie 2.0 ($98) Vuori upgraded its Halo Essential Hoodie to include a looser fit throughout the body, a longer length, and a front zipper. (If you prefer pullovers and a cropped hemline, don’t worry: you can still snag the original hoodie for a similar price.) Why we love it: For one thing, […]

I have one of the uber viral belt bags, and I’ll admit: it’s worth the hype. It holds just the right amount of stuff, can be worn as a crossbody or belt pack, and is perfect for walks, hikes, travel, and errands. (There’s a reason we gave it a POPSUGAR Fitness Award!) Unfortunately, it often […]

New York Liberty point guard Sabrina Ionescu made history on July 14 when she scored a record 37 points in the WNBA 3-point-shooting contest in Las Vegas. Not only did she smash the WNBA record (set by Allie Quigley, who scored 30 points in 2022), she also broke the NBA record that was previously held […]

Just ahead of the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup, which starts on July 20 in Australia and New Zealand, soccer legend Megan Rapinoe announced her retirement — but she’s not backing down without a fight. Rapinoe will play one last World Cup with the rest of the US Women’s National Team in an effort to […]

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 anything we can never get enough of, it’s a matching workout set. Regularly adding new sports bras, […]

When it comes to health and wellness, not everything is glamorous. In fact, some of it can be downright annoying and uncomfortable, especially when it involves your bum and nether regions. But let’s be honest, if you’re googling “why does my butt itch?!,” you likely want an answer and relief ASAP. “An itchy butt may […]

Gabby Douglas is officially getting back on the mat. On July 13, the decorated artistic gymnast announced her return to the sport on Instagram, subtly indicating she was planning for the 2024 Olympics. Douglas, who became the first Black woman to win the Olympic all-around title in 2012, last competed in the 2016 Rio Olympics. […]

Just about a week before the US Women’s National Team take the field at the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup, they received an award for their work off the field. At the 2023 ESPY Awards on July 12, the USWNT were honored with the Arthur Ashe Courage Award — not for their soccer prowess, but […]