Fitness

I love a good Starbucks run. Hot or iced, there’s always some drink I’m craving, and Starbucks gets it right every time. One of my favorite items to order on a cold winter day is the Medicine Ball, also known on the Starbucks menu as the Honey Citrus Mint Tea. It’s a hot, soothing blend

Image Source: Courtesy of Espen Solli /TV 2 In the fall of 2020, Paralympian Birgit Skarstein twirled her way onto season 16 of Skal Vi Danse, Norway’s version of Dancing With the Stars. She did not make it into the finale, but she broke barriers as the series’s first contestant in a wheelchair. She and

While our denim drawer may be dwindling, our collection of workout clothes can only continue to grow, and we’re not mad about it at all. Of all the brands we know and love, Athleta continues to be a standout. Customers love the comfort, fit, and size inclusivity of its products. If you’re new to Athleta

After following this 21-day dumbbell arm challenge, not only will your arms look more sculpted, but you’ll also feel stronger. Don’t worry if you’ve never lifted a dumbbell in your life. This arm plan was designed with everyone in mind, whether it’s your first time working out or you exercise regularly. This challenge created by

As cheesy as it might sound, having a positive outlook really can make a big difference. If you’re constantly thinking you can’t do it, you won’t do it — but having a little faith in your abilities might just give you the push you need to keep going. When you’re struggling to stick to your

There’s nothing better than a new playlist for a fierce cardio session. The snappy beats inspire — especially up huge hills or in the last five minutes of a workout. If you can’t get your heart pumping without quality music, then check out our ultimate workout playlist that includes a whopping 100 songs. Keep reading

I’m trying to do Mother Nature a solid when I have my period by using reusable period underwear, menstrual cups, and menstrual discs. All of the menstrual cups I’ve tried are pretty much the same, but when Flex Cup ($35) sent me one to try, I noticed it had two features that made it totally

Show your abs some love and take our crunch challenge! Perfect for those new to strength training, the plan is short and sweet — it takes just a few minutes each day for the next two weeks. At the end, you’re sure to notice stronger, more defined abs. Instead of doing basic crunches, this challenge

There’s no need to wax poetic about how 2020 was . . . challenging, to say the least. As our worlds were turned upside down, and gyms and boutique fitness classes closed their doors, we had to pivot and become innovative with how we wanted to move our bodies and break a sweat. As a

If eating healthier this year is one of your wellness goals, here are tips and tricks to inspire you to eat more healthy foods and to actually enjoy doing it! You’ll learn ways to eat more fresh fruits and veggies, how to cut down on sugar and saturated fat, how to feel fuller longer, how

What are your goals for 2021? Whether you want to run a 5K, feel more confident in your body, lose weight, or start eating healthier, Noom can help! Unlike other diet plans, Noom uses a psychology-based evaluation to help you understand your habits, determine your ultimate goals, and come up with a plan to reach

In this episode of POPSUGAR’s House Call, our host Jeanette Jenkins, creator of The Hollywood Trainer Club, is joined by a very special guest: Megan Birke, a POPSUGAR Fitness fan, nurse, and mother of three. Birke has lost over 100 pounds with the help of Jenkins’s workout videos and said she’s doing extremely well physically

If you’re looking for a stronger backside (your best side), you’re in luck. We have a three-week lower-body challenge straight from NASM-certified personal trainer Tierra Everett to jump-start your booty gains. This 21-day plan is something you can do by yourself or send to friends so they can join in on the fun. It’s about

After every workout you do, you should always take time to properly cool down and stretch. This important step is often overlooked, and if it isn’t done consistently, you can end up with tight muscles, cramping, muscle pain, and injury. Taking the time to stretch the muscles you’ve worked will leave you feeling better, keep

Waking up is one of my least favorite things to do. It takes a herculean effort to get out of bed most days, no matter how many alarms I set or what time I go to bed at night. When I was a kid, my mom used to joke that a tornado could blow through

We love Canfitpro-certified personal trainer Emily Thorne (Emkfit) for her fun HIIT workouts on YouTube that are full of dance moves and feel-good music. And, as part of her “12 Days of HIITmas” series, she shared a routine that brings the heat and challenges your best asset: your butt! It would not be a proper

Another week, another round of fresh new workouts going live on our Instagram and YouTube pages. This time around, we have three workouts designed to get you feeling strong and sweating, including boxing, barre, and low-impact, high-intensity cardio. It’s gonna be a good week for working out, so make sure to check out the full

If there’s one thing I am not, it’s a fair-weather runner. In fact, some of my favorite runs have happened during the winter, and my ideal training months are typically when most people are looking to begin hibernation. But I’m aware not everyone shares my sentiment. (In fact, my friends are quick to let me

Join Dance FitSugar host Deja Riley for this session that will have you unmasking your inner dancer! This routine, which is perfect for all levels, will have you grooving to the beat and smiling as you shimmy it out to fun hip-hop-, jazz-, and ballroom-inspired combos. Put on your favorite dancing shoes, and let’s get

I’m no newbie to an indoor bike. I’ve been a regular at a local boutique studio, and as of this year, I’m a proud owner of an indoor bike myself. And although there are a number of online videos or streaming services available, there have been times when nothing feels quite right for my mood