Fitness

Start (and maintain) a regular yoga practice right at home with this easy-to-use app. It offers sequences ranging from 10 to 90 minutes and easily caters to all experience levels. The best part: Some stand-out music that flows with your practice. To top it off, each time you sign on, the app generates a new vinyasa

For as long as I can remember, I have hated working out. It took me years to realize how much exercising helped clear my head, and how much stronger it made me feel and look. When I learned in my psychology classes that regular exercise can also help manage depression and anxiety, I knew it

As coronavirus continues to spread globally, officials must now consider the possibility that the virus could impact the upcoming Summer Olympics in Tokyo. Although Japan is not one of the hardest-hit countries at the moment, at least one member of the International Olympic Committee suspects that, if Toyko is unable to host the Olympics, they

The first quarter of the year is generally a busy one for runners across South Africa. Some of the biggest running events are on the horizon, so you’ll most likely have your head in the game already. Prep is key. So, are you ready to level up your game with these running workouts? Strength and

If you’re on a low-carb diet, fast, flavorful dinner recipes are essential — and that’s exactly what you’ll find on this list. These meals run the gamut from lettuce wraps to soups to one-dish wonders, but they all have two things in common: they’re ready in 30 minutes or less, and they’ll help keep you

Isn’t it a good feeling to know that by entering certain fitness events, you do your bit for the greater good? Opting to run, swim or cycle for a charity really is a rewarding experience. [Also… We all know how hard it can be to stay motivated to run when the rain is bouncing off

If you want to lose weight, you have to create a calorie deficit, and that’s where this week-long, 1,500-calorie meal plan can come in handy. While the exact number of calories you need to eat to lose weight can vary based on a number of factors — including your activity level — 1,500 is a

There’s nothing like a little friendly competition with yourself (and the device on your wrist), but juggling sports with a busy lifestyle can be difficult. You need both the mental and physical stamina, plus some killer fitness tech that’ll not only keep you motivated but be ready to go when you are. The good news

With its emphasis on fresh produce, lean protein, whole grains, and healthy fats, the Mediterranean diet consistently ranks as one of the healthiest diets out there. And while not inherently low-carb, the Mediterranean diet can fit into a low-carb framework if you know how to go about it. To get the details, POPSUGAR spoke with

With more than 200 locations nationwide, CorePower Yoga is the largest yoga studio chain in the country. Trying anything for the first time can be intimidating, especially an exercise class with a cult-like following and an Instagram-worthy studio. But not to worry: unlike some swanky fitness studios, CorePower is very beginner-friendly. Still, if you’ve never

It’s so easy to count it out, but recovery is an important step of any training program. It doesn’t matter if you’re new to the gym or getting ready to run your next marathon. Any kind of exercise puts your body through wear and tear, so you want to give your muscles and tendons the

Until only recently, I kept a big aspect of my anxiety hidden from the world because I was deathly afraid of the consequences I would suffer if I talked about it. I was already fearful of the judgment I may experience from opening up about my anxiety, but this was huge. What if people thought

I recently had the most epic active holiday. I’m talking bucket list stuff here: paddling the great Gariep River (aka Orange River), camping along its breathtaking banks, sleeping under an explosion of stars. It was everything. And now I can’t quite imagine planning a trip that doesn’t include a game of chicken with a rapid

Demi Lovato is getting heart-breakingly honest about her insecurities and her road to recovery from an eating disorder. On Ashley Graham’s Pretty Big Deal podcast, the 27-year-old singer opened up about how her insecurities and determination to just “power through” led to a decline in her mental health and relationship with food, exercise, and ultimately

Fast-twitch muscles are larger and denser than slow-twitch muscles and can generate more force and power with quicker response times. They’re the ones used during anaerobic workouts like HIIT, heavy lifting, and plyometrics. “The larger and denser your muscles are, the more ATP required, which means a higher level of calorie burn,” says Proniewych. 4 Anaerobic exercises lead

Trust me when I tell you that a Harry Styles concert is an awesome workout. You can’t help but dance along with the British singer while he bops around the stage. But as much as I wish I had a concert every day to get my workouts in, I don’t, which is why this workout

Everyone is talking about self-care these days, and I, for one, couldn’t be happier. We as a culture are finally realizing that practicing meditation or booking a spa appointment isn’t indulgent or even selfish but an important way to take care of yourself. As a mom, this is an especially valuable message to receive, since

I love the feel of a barbell between my hands. And thanks to my CrossFit coaches and community of kick-butt, strong-ass ladies, I’m totally inspired to add extra plates to my bar and lift heavy. I always feel confident and unstoppable after deadlifting, but I know if I don’t stretch afterward, my lower back, glutes,

You have probably heard of a hundred different ways to track your fitness goals and progress electronically — OK, maybe not a hundred, but you know there are a lot of fitness apps, tracking bracelets, and even rings that record your steps, weight, and sleep. I’ve tried a bunch of different tools myself, but sometimes

Get ready to turn up, tune up, and fuel up! The fitness and wellness programming you love from POPSUGAR Play/Ground is coming to LA for one day only. Don’t miss the first-ever POPSUGAR Grounded, our immersive wellness event on Saturday, March 7, at Goya Studios in Los Angeles. There will be powerful workouts, soulful workshops,