Fitness

It’s January, and if any of your New Year’s resolutions have to do with exercise, self-care, or trying something new, we’re here to help. We’ve been streaming live workouts since last spring, and 2021 is bringing a fresh schedule you’re going to love. To start things off this week, join us for four fun and

When you think of meditation, you might picture people sitting cross-legged on the floor, breathing deeply with their eyes closed and their minds empty. While some meditation is practiced this way, the Headspace app has made it a mission to demystify this ancient practice and make it accessible to everyone. Now, the Netflix series Headspace

Workouts probably look a little different these days as it’s been several months since most of us jostled for a spot in a group (indoor) fitness class. But, whether you’ve already stocked an at-home gym and bookmarked online alternatives, or if your exercise only involves running errands, we’ve got you covered. Even if no one

Most of us have only recently gotten to know Anthony Fauci, MD, the director of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Disease (NIAID) and the nation’s foremost expert on COVID-19. But Dr. Fauci’s expertise on infectious diseases dates back to the AIDS epidemic in the 1980s, a health crisis that, he explained in an

Many newbie runners give up on running because within a mile, their legs are on fire and they’re breathing so hard they feel like they’re a huff and a puff away from passing out. Don’t expect to be able to run five miles right from the get-go — it takes time to build endurance, but

You know French fries aren’t the healthiest food you can eat because they’re deep fried in oil, but you still want them! Here’s a healthy French fry recipe made with three ingredients: potatoes, white beans, and a little plant milk. The potatoes are mashed without any butter so they’re vegan, and the crisp you crave

There’s no better time to improve your flexibility and chill out than when your muscles are warmed up. After an intense workout, hit your exercise mat with these cooldown tunes to make your stretching session even better. Subscribe to the Spotify playlist, and check out the full list of tracks that includes plenty of pop,

Need a simple way to shake up your workout routine? A 30-day squat challenge will work your lower body like nothing else. But we’re not talking about a squat challenge that includes just one type of squat. Our version involves five different squat variations to work your glutes, hamstrings, quads, and calves. We start off

As cheesy as it might sound, having a positive outlook really can make a big difference. If you’re constantly thinking you can’t do it, you won’t do it — but having a little faith in your abilities might just give you the push you need to keep going. When you’re struggling to stick to your

Show your abs some love and take our crunch challenge! Perfect for those new to strength training, the plan is short and sweet — it takes just a few minutes each day for the next two weeks. At the end, you’re sure to notice stronger, more defined abs. Instead of doing basic crunches, this challenge

There’s no need to wax poetic about how 2020 was . . . challenging, to say the least. As our worlds were turned upside down, and gyms and boutique fitness classes closed their doors, we had to pivot and become innovative with how we wanted to move our bodies and break a sweat. As a

What are your goals for 2021? Whether you want to run a 5K, feel more confident in your body, lose weight, or start eating healthier, Noom can help! Unlike other diet plans, Noom uses a psychology-based evaluation to help you understand your habits, determine your ultimate goals, and come up with a plan to reach

I don’t need anything else keeping me up at night — Instagram and TikTok do a great job as it is. So, when nighttime heartburn gets thrown into the mix, it’s frustrating. According to Dr. Jan P. Kaminski, MD, the director of clinical programs for rectal cancer and inflammatory bowel disease at the Digestive Health

I’ve been there — swollen, toothless, and a little loopy after my wisdom teeth extraction. And while I’m not an expert, I can tell you the few products that helped me through the healing process. Dr. Sonal Bhoot, DMD, the founder of Dental Expressions Leawood, on the other hand, is an expert who can validate

Another week, another round of fresh new workouts going live on our Instagram and YouTube pages. This time around, we have three workouts designed to get you feeling strong and sweating, including boxing, barre, and low-impact, high-intensity cardio. It’s gonna be a good week for working out, so make sure to check out the full

Join Dance FitSugar host Deja Riley for this session that will have you unmasking your inner dancer! This routine, which is perfect for all levels, will have you grooving to the beat and smiling as you shimmy it out to fun hip-hop-, jazz-, and ballroom-inspired combos. Put on your favorite dancing shoes, and let’s get

Have you ever walked into your favorite fitness store, looking to pick up a pair of incredible leggings, but ended up leaving wanting everything in sight? Well . . . same. We love gear, but it doesn’t always come cheap; that’s why we often hold off on buying our favorites and wait to add them

Meditation has been a part of my life in different ways for the last few years. Most recently, it has been a way for me to handle stress, sleep better, and help counterbalance the physical training I put my body through. But there’s a part of meditation that has always confounded me that may surprise

I’m always concerned with how my teeth look when I should be paying more attention to my gums for insight into my general dental health. If your gums are swelling, bleeding, discolored (think red, blue, or dark red instead of pink!), receding, or have changed from a firm to spongy texture— these are all signs

I first realized I needed to make a change in my life while I was waiting for my ice cream to soften in the microwave. I know many people will have feelings about that — but this isn’t about my habit of microwaving ice cream. This story is about the fact that, while I was