Fitness

It only takes one ill-timed leg twitch to jerk you right from the precipice of a deep slumber. Sometimes it’s only a little shake, while other times it’s a full-body jolt. Either way, if you’ve ever experienced this sudden twitching just before drifting off, you know how frustrating it can be. Interestingly enough, there’s an

Time is a precious commodity, and sometimes, finding time to squeeze in physical activity, like a 30-minute HIIT workout, or a group fitness class can be challenging. However, coach Raneir Pollard has an easy solution: a simple five-minute ab workout targeting the obliques. While five minutes may not seem like much, Pollard explains that you

While each product featured is independently selected by our editors, we may include paid promotion. If you buy something through our links, we may earn commission. Read more about our Product Review Guidelines here. Louisiana State University (LSU) guard Mikaylah Williams started her college basketball career with a bang. She had one of the best

Red Bull Content PoolRed Bull Content Pool Chelsea Kimball knew she wanted to get into free ride mountain biking after she made a jump she didn’t land. During the US mountain biker’s first trip to Virgin, UT, in 2017, Kimball hit a big step up — a jump with a landing that’s higher than the

In the realm of wellness trends, bone broth may seem like a pretty innocuous one. It’s broth, after all. So the claims that bone broth is nourishing, nutrient-rich, and generally supportive of good health aren’t so hard to believe. But there isn’t much actual research into the benefits of bone broth. So we looked into

Recovering from a mastectomy is no easy feat. The procedure itself involves the removal of an entire breast (sometimes both breasts), and healing time can range from three to six weeks, per Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center. During recovery it’s not uncommon to experience a host of different sensations in your arm, breast, and chest

When it comes to nuts, almonds are my favorite, hands down. But many Americans don’t even consume half of the recommended nuts and seeds intake, which is about 3 servings per week. Almonds, however, are a nut that’s packed with nutrients. ”They contain fiber, plant-based protein, monounsaturated fats, vitamin E, calcium, manganese, and magnesium,” says

While each product featured is independently selected by our editors, we may include paid promotion. If you buy something through our links, we may earn commission. Read more about our Product Review Guidelines here. We’re big believers that your Halloween costume doesn’t have to be scary. In fact, with women’s sports continuing to break records

While each product featured is independently selected by our editors, we may include paid promotion. If you buy something through our links, we may earn commission. Read more about our Product Review Guidelines here. Walking has been all the rage for a while now, but its heavyweight sister activity, rucking, is starting to steal the

From the rise of the “hot girl walk” to walking pads in home office setups, the humble stroll is more popular than ever — and rightfully so. Adding more steps to your daily routine can come with a whole slew of benefits, like improvements in mental clarity, stress relief, heart health, mobility, and so much

Therabody SleepMask ($99) “When it comes to performance metrics and data, I’m a big nerd. I love sports science, and find a lot of value in wearable tracking technology. As a coach, I find that sleep performance metrics in particular can be useful for guiding strength and conditioning programming, providing insight about whether it’s time

Courtesy of NikeCourtesy of Nike While each product featured is independently selected by our editors, we may include paid promotion. If you buy something through our links, we may earn commission. Read more about our Product Review Guidelines here. “This is going to be the worst run I’ve ever done. Worse than when I came

I’ve tried tons of different exercise styles, from yoga to HIIT to Pilates to rowing. But looking back, I can honestly say I’ve never been totally blown away by an experience. I’ve enjoyed plenty of workouts, of course, and I’ve had varying degrees of results depending on the style and the intensity, but they’ve all

When you’re strength training, the goal is typically to work out your whole body. And while people tend to think of whole-body exercises as those that work the upper body, lower body, and core, there’s more to it than just that. When I program exercises for a client and I’m looking to target the full

While each product featured is independently selected by our editors, we may include paid promotion. If you buy something through our links, we may earn commission. Read more about our Product Review Guidelines here. Group fitness classes are always on trend, whether you’re being a Pilates princess or dancing in Pure Barre classes. Indoor cycling

If you’re looking to incorporate more protein in your diet, don’t sleep on dessert. Contrary to popular belief, you definitely don’t have to skip out on sweets to meet your health and fitness goals. That said, there are some ways to make the last (read: best) meal of the day a little more nutritious, and

In our All Access issue, we’re spotlighting how the disability community is making the outdoors more accessible for everyone. Explore the package here. Paralympian Lacey J Henderson describes herself as impulsively optimistic. After being diagnosed with synovial sarcoma, a rare form of cancer, at just 9 years old, Henderson had her right leg amputated above

In our All Access issue, we’re spotlighting how the disability community is making the outdoors more accessible for everyone. Explore the package here. In 2018, I founded Disabled Hikers, a disability-led nonprofit dedicated to building disability community and justice in the outdoors. As part of my passion and job, I’ve traveled throughout much of the

More exercise isn’t always better. While there are many, many benefits of working out, it’s also true that exercise can become an addiction — and that’s a reality we hear about less often. Exercise addiction has no clinical diagnosis criteria and isn’t currently listed in the DSM-5 as an official mental health disorder (due at

Dance classes are such a fun way to mix up your traditional workout routine. Although this video is structured differently than other installments of PS Fit videos, the remix session combines two applause-worthy dance classes from instructor and choreographer Luis Cervantes. Throughout the session, Cervantes provides easy-to-follow instruction, taking viewers through a quick breakdown of

Summer may be winding down, but why not go out with the perfect drink to celebrate the season? If you’d rather skip the booze, a spirit-free CBD mixed drink could be just the thing! Both relaxing and refreshing, this CBD mango mojito recipe is delicious and incredibly easy to assemble. Made with fresh mango, fresh-squeezed

The WNBA has undoubtedly had a historical season with a dedicated yet largely new fan base breaking records in attendance, viewership, and interest. Most recently, the WNBA playoffs have been earning some of the highest viewership numbers ever seen in the league’s post-season games, per The New York Times. The attention has been exciting, but

While each product featured is independently selected by our editors, we may include paid promotion. If you buy something through our links, we may earn commission. Read more about our Product Review Guidelines here. When life gets hectic, look towards a quick and effective workout format like high intensity interval training (HIIT) to prevent the

As much as we love the coziness of fall and winter, the darker days and colder weather can also serve as a trigger for seasonal affective disorder (SAD). In case you’re unfamiliar, SAD is a type of depression that typically affects people during the fall and winter months — times when your circadian rhythm is