Fitness

Intermittent fasting (IF) has gained popularity in the last several years as an effective and sustainable way to lose weight. Some people come to IF because they’re on a keto diet, and both IF and eating keto can lower insulin levels to help with weight loss. Other people have found IF because scientific research shows

Figure skating will undoubtedly be one of the most talked-about events at the 2022 Winter Olympics in Beijing. It’s always incredibly impressive to see what these athletes can do, balanced on thin blades and skimming along ice. However, there’s one question that has always plagued us: How do figure skaters not get dizzy? With all

Winter is coming — and we’re not talking about Game of Thrones. The 2022 Beijing Winter Olympics start Feb. 4 followed by the Paralympics on March 4. We couldn’t be more excited to watch some alpine skiing, luge and skeleton, figure and speed skating, and all of the para sports. (We’re particularly eager to see

50 Million Followers and Social Anxiety with Bretman Rock While most of us don’t think twice about things like going to the grocery store, for people living with social anxiety disorder, those little everyday things can become terrifying. Social media star Bretman Rock shares his experience with social anxiety and how he has learned to

Erin Jackson made history today when she won her first ever World Cup speed skating race, crossing the line for the 500-meter distance in a blazing 37.613. With the win, Jackson also became the first Black American woman to win a speed skating World Cup title, a monumental piece of history for the 29-year-old Olympian.

If you’ve been watching figure skating at all over the last few years, you’ve probably seen a program from Madison Hubbell and Zach Donohue. The American ice dancers are three-time world medalists, three-time national champions, and 2018 Olympians looking to make a second trip to the Olympics for the Beijing Games in 2022. Over the

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 drinking enough water is easier said than done for you, let us introduce you to timed water bottles.

There are a lot of ways to fit exercise into your daily life, but one of the easiest methods may be to just take a walk. Taking a walk every day is a simple yet rewarding activity that can be fulfilling for all ages. Some even make a goal out of walking 10,000 steps a

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 you’re still last-minute shopping, we have some great fitness picks that are sure to make the receiver feel

There’s no doubt that sugar is delicious. Especially if you have a sweet tooth, you know how much flavor a little sugar can bring to drinks, desserts, and everyday dishes. But you also likely know that while enjoying sugar in moderation is A-OK, overindulging in the sweet stuff can be damaging. Thankfully, there are tons

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To an amateur’s eye, skeleton and luge may just seem like extreme forms of sledding, but these two Winter Olympics sports are far more dangerous than the latter. And, while luge and skeleton may seem similar to each other, they’re actually vastly different events. Sure, both sports involve athletes racing down steep ice tracks at

The best foods are healthy and comforting, and nothing fits that description better than a cozy bowl of soup. But while soup is a staple in many households, especially during the colder months, it isn’t always very filling. (There’s a reason soup is so often a starter!) That’s why we’ve compiled this list of high-protein

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When the COVID-19 pandemic began last year, many of the activities that I cherished as “me time” outside of my house or workplace were uprooted entirely, as it was deemed unsafe to gather in large groups. While I knew the sudden change in routine was necessary given the circumstances, I couldn’t help but miss the

Every four years, the greatest athletes in the world come together at the Winter Olympics, and seemingly overnight, the rest of us mere mortals become dedicated fans of alpine skiing. The 2022 Winter Games in Beijing are sure to be just as thrilling, with the best of the best competing across 11 different alpine skiing

Between five boroughs, a cool 26.2 miles, and finishers in the tens of thousands, there were bound to be inspiring moments from the 50th TCS New York City Marathon, especially following last year’s in-person cancellation. Ahead, we’ve rounded up some of those heartwarming and encouraging highlights for you to relive now that the confetti has

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. Don’t let cold weather get in the way of your fitness goals. If you prefer outdoor workouts, you’ll likely

Eating a big salad for a meal is a great way to get in a ton of veggies every day, but it’s a huge PIA to take out all the salad ingredients and chop up a salad every single day. So I prep a week’s worth at once, so they’re ready when I’m hungry. And