Fitness

If you like pickleball, you’re going to love playing padel. We know what you’re thinking: first, how do you pronounce it? And second, is it as fun as pickleball? For starters, it’s pronounced PAD-el, not to be confused with its homograph paddle, which is a different sport. And yes, padel is just as fun as

Diagnosed in 2008 with systemic lupus erythematosus, the most common form of lupus, Toni Braxton underwent a serious heart procedure in September 2022 to address the impact of the condition after somewhat ignoring her health, she told People. Despite being hospitalized “more times than I care to admit,” the Grammy-winning artist confessed that she wasn’t

Nightmares are terrifying enough on their own, but anxiety never seems to make dreams much sweeter. In my own experience, anxiety-induced nightmares may include illness, crawling bugs, or even someone breaking into my house — all of which cause me to wake up in the middle of the night, heart racing, and anxiety spiraling out

Every editorial product is independently selected by our editors. If you buy something through our links, we may earn commission. When it comes to PJ shopping, I’ve become something of a snob. I figure that getting a good night’s rest is hard enough as is, so the last thing I want is to feel distracted

Every editorial product is independently selected by our editors. If you buy something through our links, we may earn commission. Gap is one of our go-to stores for scoring high-quality (and stylish!) workout gear. The brand’s pieces aren’t just top-notch, but just like Gap’s sister brand, Old Navy, you can almost always score some really

Getty Images | Petar Tutundziev / 500pxGetty Images | Petar Tutundziev / 500px One of the beautiful things about TikTok is that within the hundreds of millions of active users, you can find little communities that seem to speak directly to you. The mental health community in particular has been using the platform to share

Megan Thee Stallion has three Grammys, writes songs that top the charts on the regular, sells out arenas, and just generally has a lot going for her. As for me, sometimes just getting out of bed is enough of an accomplishment. Ever since the passing of my uncle, who had been my father figure throughout

Building a bigger butt has definitely become a trend, and as a trainer, I’m not entirely opposed to it. That’s because consistently doing exercises focusing on the glute muscles will strengthen and activate those muscles, which overall is a great thing. When your glute muscles are firing properly (which is what it means to have

The WNBA draft may be over, but the conversations about it are still swirling. Amid the discussions about the prospects of this year’s rookie class and the draftees’ stunning orange carpet looks, one more upsetting narrative is getting attention again — and it involves salary. First-round pick standout Caitlin Clark is expected to make $338,056

If you’re looking to get into breathwork, this one’s for you. Guided by breathwork specialist Kristina Joy, this 5-minute practice will guide you through a breathing technique called “box breath,” or “16 seconds to calm.” Once you master this quick and calming trick, it can help reduce stress any time and anywhere. Joy will start

Start in a plank position, with palms spread out evenly and your shoulders over your wrists and legs out behind you. Pull your belly button in, and keep your back straight. As you lower and exhale, bend your elbows outward to the sides. Hold at the bottom before you raise back up to complete one

This informational guide, part of POPSUGAR’s Condition Center, lays out the realities of this health concern: what it is, what it can look like, and strategies that medical experts say are proven to help. You should always consult your doctor regarding matters pertaining to your health and before starting any course of medical treatment. You

I was in the middle of a dramatic breakup when Taylor Swift’s “All Too Well (10 Minute Version)” came out, and I’ll never forget scream-singing about the patriarchy in the back of a car with my best friends. I still look back on the memory of that ride as a breakthrough moment in my healing

For the past few months, I’ve been feeling a little . . . blah. As we emerge from the dark depths of winter, I’m ready to leave my bed rotting era behind and become a brand-new person — specifically, a brand-new person when it comes to my health. While I know the main things I

Excitement for the 2024 WNBA season is at an all time high, following April 15’s WNBA draft, where collegiate players including Caitlin Clark, Angel Reese, and Cameron Brink were offered their bids. Coming off a record-breaking NCAA women’s tournament, fans are eager to see the rookies play; so much so, that WNBA ticket sales are

Every editorial product is independently selected by our editors. If you buy something through our links, we may earn commission. While staying hydrated is key to a successful workout, water alone doesn’t always cut it. At the same time, fueling your fitness with a sugary, artificial drink in the name of electrolytes can actually feel

This informational guide, part of POPSUGAR’s Condition Center, lays out the realities of this health concern: what it is, what it can look like, and strategies that medical experts say are proven to help. You should always consult your doctor regarding matters pertaining to your health and before starting any course of medical treatment. For

Every editorial product is independently selected by our editors. If you buy something through our links, we may earn commission. Life Time Fitness claims to be so much “more than a gym” — and rightfully so. With deluxe amenities like saunas and steam rooms, plenty of group fitness classes, plus Olympic-size indoor pools, rock-climbing walls,

I didn’t go to Coachella prior to developing a mysterious illness, and now, part of me fears I never will. The relentless Indio sun is daunting even for able-bodied people, but the undiagnosed autoimmune disease rendering me blind in one eye makes the heat especially intolerable. As I read through the festival’s top-tier lineup, all

Angel Reese is a star in every sense of the word. Despite Louisiana State’s loss to the Iowa Hawkeyes in the Final Four of March Madness, Reese ended her collegiate career on a high, walking away with a host of awards and broken records, as well as an entry into the WNBA. On April 15,