Fitness

I’m all for arming yourself with the proper hiking gear — and some that’s unexpected, too — but sometimes, you can’t afford to outfit yourself with an entire wardrobe just for a new sport. And when it comes to what to wear while hiking, I’ve found that my favorite workout leggings can be just as

All I can say is, it’s a good thing no one else was home when I attempted this Cirque du Soleil arms workout. I knew it would be tough (my core quakes just thinking about the Cirque du Soleil Extreme Abs Workout I tried a few months ago), but I can honestly say I didn’t

When’s the last time you got a good night’s sleep? If you can’t remember, you’re not alone. According to the Centers For Disease Control and Prevention, one in three adults don’t get enough sleep, and a third of US adults report they typically get less than the recommend seven hours of sleep each night. What’s

There’s still so much to understand when it comes to masks and COVID-19. At the very basic level, we know the CDC’s recommends for fabric face masks to be worn when out in public or around other people. But then there are other factors to consider, like the materials they’re made out of or companies

A water bottle is an investment piece you can have for years. It’s a subtle reminder to stay hydrated, which is why it’s a thoughtful and responsible gift. Hydration is extremely necessary, especially if you’re physically active or you spend a lot of time in nature. If you know any athlete or workout enthusiast, or

Yoga is something that has always helped me manage stress and anxiety while providing an opportunity to move my body. Part of what I love so much about yoga is the process of creating a peaceful space to practice and quiet my mind. This prep usually involves rolling out my mat, lighting my favorite scented

Netflix’s sports docuseries The Playbook starts with a riveting episode on NBA coach Doc Rivers, who led the 2008 Celtics to their first NBA championship in 22 years. But as Rivers recalls in the episode, the 2008 title was far from a foregone conclusion. In fact, the Celtics were coming off a 24-58 season that

When we think about workout clothes, there are a few important things that come to mind. First of all, we feel like we always need another pair of leggings or a brand-new sports bra; we’re of the opinion that more is more. Plus, the pieces have to be cute, comfortable, and functional. All this criteria

Prior to becoming sober in May 2018, Erin Laraia struggled with alcohol and drug abuse for years, since age 21 through 25. “In a weird way, I felt like I had control over something,” Laraia explained, telling POPSUGAR that, when she got sober, she proceeded to feel many things in her life were out of

We get it: when it comes to weight loss, it feels tough to even get started if you don’t have access to a gym, home workout equipment, or even a set of dumbbells. Of course, as you probably know by this point, weight loss has a lot to do with your life outside of exercise,

In Netflix’s The Playbook, five of the most iconic coaches in sports discuss the greatest challenges and triumphs of their careers. For Doc Rivers, a championship-winning coach who’s been a major presence in the NBA since 1999, one such hurdle came just months after he stepped into his current role as head coach of the

Guessing has always been my strategy when choosing dumbbells for the arms portion of an indoor cycling workout. As you can imagine, it hasn’t worked out well for me. I’ve either completed an entire arms circuit without feeling a thing, or I’m too fatigued to finish all the reps of the first exercise. Now that

While it’s no secret that the DB Method machine is an incredible tool for toning and sculpting your glutes, it can also be used to target other areas of your body, including your arms. The at-home resistance machine, designed to put the body in the perfect squat position, totes a tension rod built with 220lbs

I am not usually a bath person; I lived in an apartment with a tub for three years and never used it once. However, in the midst of some recent anxiety and lack of sleep, I tried an Epsom salt bath and never looked back. Now, it’s a regular part of my self-care, and here’s

After years of listening to my body during morning runs, long walks, and half marathons, I have a decent understanding of what’s behind my runner’s knee. And every 300 miles or so, my feet boldly remind me to add new sneakers to my shopping list, too. But, I consider myself completely lost when it comes

Arm day is my favorite. I love the feel of my biceps straining, my triceps burning, my arms getting stronger. But, one thing I could definitely do without? Push-ups! Although this common exercise is known for its all-in-one ability to work the arms, shoulders, abs, back, and legs, push-ups are hard to do accurately —

You probably weren’t as obsessed with the Shrek soundtrack as I was growing up, because I definitely had the whole thing memorized and forced my mom to play it every time we got in the car. But if you watched this series at all in the early 2000s, I’m betting you internalized more of the

You don’t necessarily have to buy all new running clothes if you’re pivoting from the track to trail running. According to Amanda Basham, a professional trail runner, endurance coach, and iFit athlete, it really all depends on the terrain of your run, but there are still some key trail-specific items you’ll want to pick up.

I’m sure I’m not the only one who’s planning some fall weekend escapes. Most of my fall weekend getaways include some sort of fitness element. Between a hike, a jog, or a long stroll around the city, I almost always have something planned that will have me breaking a sweat. This fall, I’m refusing to

On Instagram, artist Lena Dirscherl is known as BoPoLena. It’s there, on their account, that they share their simple, powerful illustrations advocating for body positivity across all genders and body types, encouraging self-love in the hopes, they told POPSUGAR, of helping their followers heal. Dirscherl has struggled with body image issues and body dysmorphia, and

True or false: you don’t have to be a seasoned runner to love interval sprint workouts. Believe it or not, the answer is true. Interval sprinting is often more manageable than long-distance running because it prioritizes short bursts and plenty of rest periods. “An interval sprint workout is a structured series of short, intense bursts

Lying in bed, heart racing, my thoughts are crowded with things I didn’t get done that day. I forgot to switch the laundry, again, I never responded to that email, and did I lock the front door? Sometimes, my anxiety is so bad that I have trouble falling asleep for hours. Other times, I wake

Thinking about the end of summer is triggering my stress headaches these days — but, planning for fall’s cozy vibes is comforting me through the blow of this transitional time. That’s why I’m doing some therapeutic seasonal shopping instead of dwelling on the arrival of shorter, colder days. From apple-infused teas to cedarwood candles to

Glenn Anton “Doc” Rivers, a Chicago native, is one of the featured coaches in Netflix’s new docuseries The Playbook, which highlights five coaches across sports and the lessons they’ve learned along the way to success — or in the face of failure. Though he didn’t win an NBA championship title as a player (he was