Fitness

Image Source: Courtesy of Fisk University Earlier this year, Nashville’s Fisk University announced it was launching an intercollegiate women’s artistic gymnastics team — the first of its kind at a historically Black college and university (HBCU). Corrinne Tarver, the first Black gymnast to win an NCAA all-around championship, will lead the team as head coach.

The latest move against abortion rights came today in Arizona, where Governor Doug Ducey signed a bill banning abortions after 15 weeks with no exceptions for rape or incest. It’s Arizona’s strictest law against abortion yet, stipulating that doctors who perform an abortion after 15 weeks of pregnancy could face felony prosecution and potentially lose

The stationary bike has infiltrated popular culture through memes, parodies, and even our favorite TV shows, and quickly become the trendiest exercise machine to introduce to your home gym. But even if your interest in an at-home bike can be traced back to that “Saturday Night Live” skit (you know the one), there’s no denying

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. Hoka shoes have been on the market for years now, but it still feels like someone discovers them for

You know that stress can disrupt your sleep, cause your muscles to feel tense, and even make your heart race — but you may be surprised to learn that it can also contribute to constipation. Yes, feeling backed up could be an uncomfortable side effect of your seemingly endless to-do list. “Constipation is having bowel

It’s hard to imagine why anyone would disparage the simple banana. After all, they’re tasty, versatile, and a good source of fiber, potassium, magnesium, and vitamins like B6 and C. But recently, dietitian-nutritionist Jennifer Cholewka, RD, CNSC, CDCES, CDN has been hearing people say that bananas are a surefire way to derail a weight loss

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. Outdoor Voices just launched new pieces for spring, and they’re exactly what we want to be wearing for warm-weather

For those living with polycystic ovary syndrome (often referred to as PCOS), juggling the many symptoms can be overwhelming. Irregular periods, excess hair growth, weight gain, difficulty getting pregnant, sugar intolerance, and/or acne flare-ups are all common features of this hormone condition. While there’s no cure for PCOS, doctors have recommended a few options to

While calendars on my phone and computer are helpful and certainly do the job well, I’m one of those old-school people who still likes to write things down in an actual planner. I love the creative, artsy aspect of writing on paper, using special pens, color-coordinating my family’s appointments, and using stickers for special events.

Vaginal discharge plays an important role in keeping you healthy. The vagina is a bit like a self-cleaning oven, explains Vandna Jerath, MD, FACOG, medical director at Optima Women’s Healthcare in Colorado. Glands inside the vagina and cervix produce fluid, which is then discharged from the body, helping to carry away dead cells and maintain

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. You might assume that the key to a good run is a trusty pair of sneakers and a bounce-proof

[Sponsored by GNC] Join fitness trainer Katie Austin for a no-equipment, 20-minute total-body routine that focuses on lengthening and toning your muscles. During this feel-good workout, you’ll work on oblique knee pulls, plié squats, lunges, Russian twists, and other muscle-burning exercises that will make you feel accomplished. To get started, just find a space where

A new study published in Nature Communications and conducted by the University of Michigan found that pollen allergy season could start up to 40 days earlier and last 19 days longer by the year 2100 due to climate change. This would increase annual United States pollen emissions by up to 40 percent, according to the

Stuck at home and love energizing, upbeat rock music? Want to up your daily step count or close your rings (looking at you, Apple Watch users) without leaving the house? Get in 2,000 steps with this 15-minute walking workout from YMCA-certified personal trainer Rick Bhullar. It’s one of the best walking workout videos on YouTube,

I’m still relatively new to therapy, but already I’ve noticed how easy it is to get overwhelmed during my sessions. I have a few specific tendencies that get in my way: I want to say all the right things to my therapist and I get nervous about asking questions. Sometimes I get caught up in

@sublime_artist SHES NOT WRONG! It lowkey hits! #starbucks #fyp #barista #starbies ♬ original sound – bundaddy Like most people, you probably drink your orange juice and your sacred cup of coffee separately. Orange juice mixed with coffee just feels wrong, like drinking orange juice after brushing your teeth. Yet, TikTokers are swearing by this unusual

Amy Schumer has never been one to shy away from tough conversations, especially around her health and body. The comedian has previously spoken up about liposuction surgery, her IVF journey, choosing not to breastfeed, and more. But her most recent confession, she says, has been “a big secret” since she was a child. For the

Joshua Bassett is offering more insight into his hospitalization last year. The singer and actor recently spoke to People about being hospitalized with heart failure and septic shock following the heightened stress and public attention surrounding his split from costar Olivia Rodrigo, which is believed to have inspired her breakout hit “Drivers License.” Bassett experienced

We can always count on running to deliver a mental-health lift — nothing beats that “runner’s high” endorphin rush. The heart-pumping cardio workout is also great for your heart and lung health, and based on soreness after long or fast runs, it’s safe to say your legs and glutes are getting a pretty good workout,

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Brittney Griner, an American basketball player for the Phoenix Mercury WNBA team, was detained this past February at a Russian airport after Russian officials claimed they found vape cartridges containing hashish oil (or hash oil) in her luggage. Now, Russian state news agencies are reporting that her detention has been extended to May, according to

Whether you’re a long-distance runner, you alternate studio workouts with outdoor runs, or you’re new to running altogether, one thing is for certain: you need a kickass playlist. Few things can get you as amped to run as the right combination of songs. There are so many great playlists out there that are tailored to

Image Source: Getty / Tara Moore If you’re wondering when the COVID-19 vaccine will become available to your little ones, good news is on the horizon. Right now, the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has yet to approve any COVID-19 vaccine for children under 5 years old. But in the next few weeks, Moderna

I’ve never really associated exercise with a feeling of pleasure. Which isn’t to say I don’t enjoy working out — I love the sweat, the burning muscles, the racing heart, the endorphins. It’s satisfying and empowering. But pleasure feels like something different, with a different set of connotations; to feel pleasure is to feel sexy,