Fitness

There are many things to love about spring and summer, but the fact that it’s prime allergy season is definitely not one of them. To make matters worse, these warmer months of 2021 have been particularly brutal due to higher pollen counts that are the result of climate change. In addition to heightened summer temperatures,

In Katie Ledecky’s own words, her 200m freestyle result at the Olympics “wasn’t the best one for me.” The three-time Olympian landed a fifth-place result, which was her lowest in her Olympic career — a sign of just how dominant she’s been as well as the big expectations she has for herself. “It really wasn’t

The athleisure experts at Carbon38 have partnered with Eleven By Venus Willams debuting a capsule collection that will have you ready to serve looks on or off the court. The collection — available on both Carbon38 and Eleven By Venus Willams’s websites in sizes XS through XXL— will wrap you in comfortable performance and microterry

Whether you’re a seasoned pro or taking your first surf lesson, you need a swimsuit that can take whatever the ocean throws at it. You know, one that stays in place, protects you from the sun’s harmful rays, and is free from distractions like itchy seams. These 14 swimsuits provide all of that and look

Women’s artistic gymnastics at the Tokyo Olympics was full of memorable moments: Oksana Chusovitina’s eighth Olympic appearance, Suni Lee making history for Hmong Americans, and Rebeca Andrade becoming Brazil’s first Olympic medalist in her sport, to name a few. Awards and records aside, it also added to a growing conversation about mental health in sports

Beyoncé: singer, actress, entrepreneur, mother, wife, daughter, and most importantly, human. In the September Icons issue of Harper’s Bazaar, the multifaceted powerhouse opened up about the weight of all the above, and how she, as a human, learned to bear the heaviness. Sure, we all have the same 24 hours as Beyoncé, but we all

There’s just over two weeks until the Paralympic Games kick off in Tokyo, and we are so excited for another incredible display of international athleticism and sportsmanship. While Team USA racked up quite the impressive tally of medals during the Olympic Games, the beautifully created Paralympic medals have us ready to add even more shiny

When the Olympics roll around, I’m all in on Team USA. Every sport, every event, from 1 a.m. soccer games to 9:30 p.m. basketball tipoffs (gotta love that Tokyo time difference!), I’m out here whisper-screaming into my laptop screen as American athletes push for the podium. As much as I appreciate the athleticism and accomplishments

The US women’s track team notched yet another medal in Tokyo on Friday night, grabbing silver in the women’s 4x100m relay while Jamaica raced to the second fastest time ever to claim gold. Great Britain won bronze. Anchoring the US team was 200m bronze medalist Gabby Thomas, bronze medalist in the 200m alongside Javianne Oliver,

It was a moment 57 years in the making. On the final day of competition at the Tokyo Olympics, the US women’s volleyball team — the most decorated volleyball squad never to win Olympic gold — finally made the top of the podium after defeating Brazil in three straight sets. The final point came courtesy

Ready to mix up your workout routine? This week’s schedule of live workouts on POPSUGAR Fitness’s Instagram and YouTube features dance cardio, HIIT, and knee-friendly (!) strength training to help you feel good and get sweating. Check out the trainers and times below, and we’ll see you there! (PS: don’t forget to catch up with

Twenty years after Sue Bird and Diana Taurasi first donned the same jersey, the longtime teammates, rivals, and friends have made Olympic history. On the final day of competition at the Tokyo Olympics, the US women’s basketball team defeated host nation Japan 90-75 to win their seventh consecutive Olympic gold medal. The victory marked a

Women’s basketball has struggled for years to be taken as seriously as the men’s sport, and although there are many reasons that shouldn’t be the case, Team USA’s track record at the Olympics may be the most compelling argument yet. The US women’s basketball team has won more Olympic gold medals than any other nation,

With every Olympic Games, athletes seem to keep us on the edge of our seat, patiently waiting to witness history. And somehow, despite the mounting pressure, Team USA continues to deliver, not just in terms of their athletic ability, but also in their spirit, resilience, and pure determination. From powerful protests to unbelievable comebacks, there

A squad of American women, led by veteran Allyson Felix, raced to the top of the podium in the women’s 4x400m relay during the final day of competition at the Tokyo Olympics. Team USA has now won the event in seven consecutive Olympics, starting with the 1996 Games in Atlanta. Sydney McLaughlin, who won gold

There have been a lot of moments to celebrate at the Tokyo Olympics, but this one is particularly historic. Quinn, a midfielder for the Canadian women’s soccer team, is now the first openly transgender and nonbinary athlete to medal at the Olympics. Even before Canada’s final match against Sweden, Quinn was set to make history.

Molly Seidel just made her third career marathon count. The 27-year-old American shocked a stacked field by winning bronze at the 2021 Olympics, becoming the third American woman to medal in the Olympic marathon as she finished behind gold medalist Peres Jepchirchir and silver medalist Brigid Kosgei, both of Kenya. In extremely hot and humid

Six-time Olympic gold medalist Allyson Felix, 35, won a bronze medal in the 400-meter final on Friday at the Tokyo Olympics, with a time of 49.46 seconds. Shaunae Miller-Uibo of the Bahamas took gold with a time of 48.36 seconds, and silver medalist Marileidy Paulino of the Dominican Republic finished just ahead of Felix with

It’s beach volleyball gold for Team USA’s April Ross and Alix Klineman! The “A Team” defeated Australians Mariafe Artacho del Solar and Taliqua Clancy in a match they controlled from the start, looking every bit the dominant competitors who went undefeated in seven matches in Tokyo. In fact, Ross and Klineman only dropped one set

Let me paint a picture of something you may have experienced: you’re relaxing on the couch when your stomach starts to growl. You realize you’re hungry — and maybe you have been for a while — so you head to the pantry for something to eat. But when you stand up, you feel another sensation:

Join Deja Riley and her brother, Quinn, for a fun, all-ages kickboxing workout that’s a perfect way to get the whole family moving! You’ll groove to an awesome soundtrack featuring Mini Pop Kids’s covers of “Cheerleader” by OMI and “24K Magic” by Bruno Mars. Press play, and get ready to have a blast in your

When Sydney McLaughlin crossed the finish line in Tokyo on Wednesday, having won her first Olympic gold medal in the women’s 400-meter hurdles in world record time (51.46), the first thing she did was turn to hug the athlete who’d finished just behind her. That would be Dalilah Muhammad, the 2016 gold medal winner, 2019

Gym memberships are wonderful. They give you access to kick-butt equipment like the Stairmaster, kettlebells, and stability balls. But these memberships can be costly on your bank account. Even apps like Zeamo and FlexIt, which can cut the cost by letting you pay per minute at a wide range of facilities (in FlexIt’s case) and

Even though leggings get workout love year-round, it’s tempting to seek out a little less fabric when temperatures rise. And, while there are plenty of moisture-wicking tops and bottoms of all lengths, it’s also hard to beat shorts in the heat. Since summer’s in full swing, and our fitness plans have us both indoors and