Fitness

An unsuspecting win for reproductive freedom was just made official by the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA). On July 13, the FDA approved the over-the-counter sale of Opill, the first nonprescription birth-control pill in the United States. “Today’s approval is a groundbreaking expansion for women’s health in the US, and a significant milestone towards

Vuori Halo Performance Hoodie 2.0 ($98) Vuori upgraded its Halo Essential Hoodie to include a looser fit throughout the body, a longer length, and a front zipper. (If you prefer pullovers and a cropped hemline, don’t worry: you can still snag the original hoodie for a similar price.) Why we love it: For one thing,

New York Liberty point guard Sabrina Ionescu made history on July 14 when she scored a record 37 points in the WNBA 3-point-shooting contest in Las Vegas. Not only did she smash the WNBA record (set by Allie Quigley, who scored 30 points in 2022), she also broke the NBA record that was previously held

When it comes to health and wellness, not everything is glamorous. In fact, some of it can be downright annoying and uncomfortable, especially when it involves your bum and nether regions. But let’s be honest, if you’re googling “why does my butt itch?!,” you likely want an answer and relief ASAP. “An itchy butt may

Just ahead of the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup, which starts on July 20 in Australia and New Zealand, soccer legend Megan Rapinoe announced her retirement — but she’s not backing down without a fight. Rapinoe will play one last World Cup with the rest of the US Women’s National Team in an effort 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. If there’s anything we can never get enough of, it’s a matching workout set. Regularly adding new sports bras,

Gabby Douglas is officially getting back on the mat. On July 13, the decorated artistic gymnast announced her return to the sport on Instagram, subtly indicating she was planning for the 2024 Olympics. Douglas, who became the first Black woman to win the Olympic all-around title in 2012, last competed in the 2016 Rio Olympics.

Just about a week before the US Women’s National Team take the field at the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup, they received an award for their work off the field. At the 2023 ESPY Awards on July 12, the USWNT were honored with the Arthur Ashe Courage Award — not for their soccer prowess, but

Damar Hamlin — and the team that saved his life — deserved every second of their standing ovation at the 2023 ESPY Awards. On July 12, the NFL player took the stage to present the Pat Tillman Award for Service to the training staff of the Buffalo Bills. This year, the award honors the very

I have one of the uber viral belt bags, and I’ll admit: it’s worth the hype. It holds just the right amount of stuff, can be worn as a crossbody or belt pack, and is perfect for walks, hikes, travel, and errands. (There’s a reason we gave it a POPSUGAR Fitness Award!) Unfortunately, it often

If you’ve been debating buying a Peloton bike, now might be the perfect time to take the plunge. It’s been nearly 10 years since the original Peloton bike came out, and you can now snag one for much less than before. When it was first released, the original Peloton Bike retailed at $2,245, and the

Fitbit Versa 4 Fitness Smartwatch ($140, originally $200) If you want a fitness tracker-slash-smartwatch that does it all, look no further than the Fitbit Versa 4. For less than $150 on Prime Day, the Versa has all the workout and activity data you want — a “readiness score” based on your recovery, all-day activity tracking,

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. There aren’t many things that can inspire me to get out of bed at 7 a.m. for an early

When you watch a soccer game, the easiest players to pick out are almost always the goalkeepers, aka goalies. Not only do they stay mostly in one place throughout a match, but they’re always wearing jerseys of a totally different color than the players in other positions. Sometimes, their jerseys aren’t even a color that’s

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. Looking for a dental solution that goes beyond the floss container? If you have braces, sensitive gums, a limited

On July 8, Megan Rapinoe announced she’s retiring from soccer at the end of the 2023 season. The National Women’s Soccer League player’s announcement comes just one day before she leaves for the Women’s Soccer World Cup in Australia and New Zealand, which she has now confirmed will be her last World Cup. “I feel

Since she first appeared on the music scene in 1999, Jessica Simpson has been facing unwanted comments about her body. More than 20 years later, it seems little has changed. In a July 5 interview with Bustle, the fashion designer shut down online body-shamers who claimed her weight loss is from using Ozempic. Simpson denied

Editor’s note: anyone with a cervix can get a Pap smear, but for this article, we included sources who generally referred to these people as women. Going to the doctor for any type of exam can feel daunting and uncomfortable, especially those that involve your vagina. Not many people enjoy sitting on an exam table

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. Imagine this: It’s 6:59 a.m., and your cycling instructor is about to shout, “Let’s ride!” But you find yourself

On sleepy July 5, while most people were still trying to shake off their post-day-off stupor, Meta decided to launch its highly anticipated new app Threads, which is reportedly a direct competitor to Twitter. And like virtually everything else these days — from naked dresses to McDonald’s Grimace Shake — it quickly divided the internet.