Fitness

“Hot girls have stomach issues” is emblazoned across a crop top in bubbly pink letters. If the shirt doesn’t spark joy for you, you can always try a mug, tastefully spackled with pastel gut flora, or maybe an understated tote bag stamped with the same phrase in a similarly plump typeface. In recent months, the

Rapper and artist Lil Jon is most often recognized by club bangers like “Get Low,” “Snap Yo Fingers” and “Yeah” — songs that rarely leave the top of a hype playlist. His deep, raspy voice and high-octane performances coupled with distinctive ad libs, are as infectious as they are iconic, as proven by this year’s

Dwyane Wade, the husband of Gabrielle Union, retired from professional basketball in 2019, and although he hasn’t slowed down, his life certainly looks very different than it did when he was playing for the Miami Heat. In a candid conversation with POPSUGAR about his new partnership with Thorne, a supplement and health-test company, the father

Although we may not be in lockdown anymore, COVID-19 is far from over. We used to have a decent handle on proper COVID protocol, wearing masks, getting tested, and quarantining after a positive COVID result. But in the years since, there’s been a slew of different COVID symptoms, variants, complications like long COVID, and recommendations

In the just-released “Madame Web,” Dakota Johnson is appearing as the Marvel character Cassandra Webb, a paramedic who discovers she’s clairvoyant and uses her abilities to alter the future. While Webb’s main super power is her mental ability, Johnson still incorporated physical training to prepare herself to assume her role in the action-packed film. Johnson

I have a hard time letting go. During yoga class, when the instructor encourages us to release our tongue from the roof of the mouth, I keep mine glued in place out of sheer spite. So when I sit down to try Alicia Keys‘s favorite workout class — aptly named “The Class” — and the

Ah, another day, another viral TikTok challenge. This time, creators on the app are championing a novel approach to weight loss: the 30-30-30 challenge, which involves eating 30g of protein within 30 minutes of waking up, followed by 30 minutes of exercise. As with anything, there are merits and sticky points when it comes 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. It’s the battle of the bottles, and no one is safe. While TikTok was previously inundated with glowing reviews

Owala Water Bottle ($28) On TikTok, the Owala Water Bottle vies with the Stanley tumbler for the position of most beloved water bottle. These bottles are BPA, lead, and phthalate-free and touted as being “leak free.” The FreeSip comes in a variety of sizes and colors, with a built–in straw and spout, allowing users to

When it’s that time of the month, your period makes itself known. Between cramps, cravings, mood swings, and hormonal acne, there’s a whole slew of symptoms to accompany your menstrual cycle. But you may also experience abnormal bathroom habits, commonly known as “period poops.” Period poops are the change in your bowel habits during your

“Here’s what it’s like to enter a house that’s controlled by an extreme germaphobe mom,” user zavhbruh’s TikTok begins. Throughout the video, which has racked up over 44 million views and five million likes in less than a month, Zav shines a bright light on Contamination OCD, a specific subtype of obsessive-compulsive disorder. He talks

This week, as other people were placing last-minute bets and looking up guacamole recipes in preparation for the Super Bowl, I was brushing up on my knowledge of the international date line — along with every other Swiftie and the Embassy of Japan. Everyone wanted to know if Taylor Swift could make it from her

At 22 years old, Faith Barber struggled with body image like any other young adult. Looking back on it now, however, Barber says she always felt like her self doubts were solvable with a little willpower and intention. Her sudden breast cancer diagnosis was an ugly and unexpected disruption to this line of thinking. New

Carnivores, omnivores, and flexitarians, this one is for you. From sinking your teeth into a juicy steak or savoring the perfectly roasted chicken drumstick, eating meat is a common part of many diets. And among the many nutrients meats can provide, protein seems to get the most attention. “Protein is needed for several reasons,” says

Image Source: POPSUGAR Photography / Nicole Perry Even football fans can admit that the Super Bowl is as much about the food as it is about the game, the halftime show, and the commercials. Snacks for the Super Bowl have been elevated into an art form. You’ve got your dips, your chips, your wings, your

There are so many aspects of health that disproportionately affect the Black community, and yet less than six percent of US doctors are Black — a deficit that only further harms public health. Many of the Black folks who work in healthcare have dedicated their careers to combatting inequities. That’s why, this Black History Month,

If your leg day is feeling a little bit stale, shake things up with this fiery lower-body workout. All you need is a pair of dumbbells and a resistance band to help you get warmed up (but it’s still effective if all you have is your own bodyweight). Fitness instructor Jayen Wells leads you through

Last weekend, I was waiting in line at a Dunkin’ to order a matcha with plant-based milk when I learned the company is facing a $5 million lawsuit for charging extra for nondairy milk. The lawsuit alleges that this is a discriminatory practice toward those who can’t drink cow’s milk due to milk allergies or

Hi, my name is Andi and Elmo is my therapist. The furry red monster is also a therapist to T-Pain, Chance The Rapper, Rainn Wilson, and Dr. Phil. If you’re confused, let us explain: Elmo, the beloved Sesame Street character, recently went viral after he tweeted, “Elmo is just checking in! How is everybody doing?”

Pilates is so hot right now, and while you can get a solid Pilates workout at home without any equipment, one of the best ways to level up your practice is to hop on a reformer, an exercise apparatus that often has a sliding platform, pulleys, and springs. Club Pilates is a great place to