Fitness

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 not quite springtime, but definitely not full-on winter; whatever you call this time of year one thing is

On April 12, FDA Acting Commissioner Janet Woodcock, MD, said the agency would temporarily stop enforcing the requirement under Risk Evaluation and Mitigation Strategy (REMS) guidelines that mifepristone, the first drug in a two-drug regimen taken for medication abortion, be dispensed by a doctor. For the remainder of the COVID-19 pandemic people can receive it

Tripping over objects on the floor, bumping into things often, having your clothing caught on doors or drawers — these are all mishaps that are usually just attributed to being clumsy or checked out. But in some children and adults, it can be a sign of sensory low registration. “Sensory low registration is a term

Sure, a handstand is a cool trick to have up your sleeve, but it’s more than just a photo op. This advanced yoga pose and gymnastics move is an incredible feat of strength and balance and has benefits much like any other workout move or yoga pose. The big difference, however, is the barrier to

Some people love to read the latest gossip about celebrities — who they’re supposedly dating and drama between them and their ex BFFs — but I prefer to read about their workouts, especially if they involve training the abdominals. I asked Jennifer’s trainer Leyon Azubuike, AFAA-certified, founder of Gloveworx, for a Jennifer-approved ab workout and

Ed Sheeran is getting vulnerable ahead of the release of his new album, “Subtract.” In a handwritten journal entry posted to Twitter and photographed by Annie Leibovitz, the singer-songwriter opened up about his tumultuous past year and mental health struggles, both of which influenced his latest album. “I had been working on Subtract for a

All-or-nothing thinking is a common “trap” when it comes to exercise; often, people feel like they need to become an “exercise person,” commit to an aggressive plan, or spend hours in the gym to make it worth their while. In reality, you don’t need to move as much as you think to reap the truly

Image Source: Getty Images / DeFodi Images Every year, since 2009, the best surfers in the world descend upon the tiny fishing town of Peniche, Portugal, for the MEO Portugal Pro. The elite surf competition is the third stop on the World Surf League (WSL)’s 2023 Championship Tour — the top tier of international surfing

In today’s medical news, a highly contagious bacteria known as Shigella is in the spotlight and making its rounds across the country. It causes an infection known as shigellosis, resulting in bloody diarrhea and fever. And Shigella is estimated to cause at least 450,000 infections in the United States each year, according to the Centers

Over the last few years, TikTok has become an infinite source of hacks designed to simplify your life. The platform’s ingenious eyeliner tricks will speed up your beauty routine, its cooking tips will make meal prep mess-free, and its holistic health advice will boost your well-being — or so the creators claim. The latest wellness

Friends don’t let friends talk badly about themselves — a fact Sheryl Lee Ralph reminded Lisa Ann Walter while filming “Abbott Elementary.” At the NAACP Image Awards on Feb. 25, Walter recalled how her costar doled out advice that helped her develop a more positive attitude towards her body. “Sheryl was the one who said

It’s rare when an article of clothing comes into our lives and can earn “essential” status. The LBD, a denim jacket, a good pair of tights: they all top the list of items that have earned the rank of classics thanks to their ability to do-it-all. For a new item to join that lineup, it

Human papillomavirus (HPV) is the most commonly transmitted STI in the US, with about 43 million new infections in 2018, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). But while many people have at least heard of HPV, there’s a little confusion about how, exactly, it’s spread. There are actually different types of

Ready to jump aboard the Pilates workout train? There’s a reason this exercise method is a favorite among celebrities and trainers alike: it’s generally low-impact and beginner-friendly, but offers tons of benefits. Try it with this full-body Pilates workout created by instructor Isa Welly. This routine will wake up muscles all over your body and

While typical PMS symptoms (like nausea, bloating, and mood swings) can be a real pain, others can be downright sickening — literally. Ever heard of period flu? “Period flu is a lay term describing a subset of premenstrual symptoms which mimic flu-like symptoms,” says Mary Jacobson, MD, chief medical officer of Hello Alpha. Symptoms of

Image Source: Getty / Axelle / Bauer-Griffin / FilmMagic Paris Hilton has found her voice as an activist following last year’s Supreme Court decision to repeal Roe v. Wade, restricting women’s access to safe abortions. Since the historic ruling, the new mom has leveraged her platform as a businesswoman and media personality to advocate for

The term hospice care has been trending on Google and social media since it was recently announced that former president Jimmy Carter would be transitioning into it. Carter, 98, recently had several hospital stays and has been public about certain health conditions like melanoma (a skin cancer that spread to his brain and liver), per

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. No matter how impressive our workout wardrobe may be, we’ve always got room for more leggings. There have been

Ayesha Curry has come a long way with her fitness journey, and now, she’s sharing her learnings. In a recent interview on “The Rachael Ray Show,” the television personality admitted that her progress was initially held back by unrealistic expectations and a sense of competition with her husband, basketball star Stephen Curry. “I feel like

Join host, choreographer, and content creator Sheela Awe, who will be leading you through a high-energy, empowering 10-minute dance cardio workout joined by class members Val Valdiviez and Madisyn Maniff. In this routine, you’ll learn some short and fun choreography “phrases” that will definitely get your heart rate up. As you master each dance move,