Fitness

You’re in the middle of your squat reps — weight in hand — and just like that, a charley horse causes your calf muscle to go rogue. When this type of muscle spasm or cramp hits, there is no mistaking what’s going down. The pain doesn’t usually last longer than a few minutes, but it’s

I’ll give myself some credit: after months of practice, I can now hold a single-leg deadlift on my right leg for a few seconds without falling over, but I can’t say the same for my left leg — I’ve just barely missed the coffee table too many times to count. According to NASM-certified personal trainer

The WNBA has joined the NBA and multiple MLB teams in postponing their three scheduled games on Aug. 26, a decision made following the police shooting of Jacob Blake in Kenosha, WI, on Aug. 23. Blake was shot multiple times outside his car with his three children still in the vehicle, reportedly leaving him with

Being asked to stay at home can be challenging, particularly if you’re dealing with a lot of nervous energy right now. With the 24-hour coverage of the coronavirus growing more unsettling every day, you may find yourself craving some sense of normalcy while practicing social distancing. The good news: if normalcy means getting some much-needed

Any chance watching Allison Holker’s amazing dance performances makes you a better dancer? No? On the off chance it does, I’m officially a Dancing With the Stars alum because I cannot stop. From tango to salsa, and classic ballroom to contemporary dance, Holker is one of those rare performers who makes any genre seem effortless.

Yoga doesn’t have hard-and-fast rules. The practice is all about making the body feel good — and adding a pool to the equation can do more than just help you cool off in the summer heat. “Pool yoga harnesses the resistance and buoyancy properties of the water to create a non-impact, total-body workout, that ups

As someone who grew up surrounded by camo-print everything, I can’t say it was a taste preference I carried over into adulthood too much. Outside of the one army jacket I purchased from a mass retailer only to realize every other woman on the street was wearing the same jacket, I had steered clear of

The coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic has not been kind to artists and performers. With theaters, museums, galleries, and studios closed, those who depend on ticket sales to stay in operation — such as ballet companies — are taking a major hit. Many ballet dancers don’t know when they’ll see another paycheck, and fashion photographer Craig McDean

I already dance around to the Mamma Mia! soundtrack on a weekly basis, so I might as well get an official workout of it. Thankfully, fitness YouTuber Emily Thorne (AKA emkfit) has created a dance party routine that fulfills my HIIT dreams and more. She released a video earlier this month that’s set to the

To be 100-percent real, nothing motivates me to exercise more than some new workout clothes. The cute-but-sweaty selfie is underrated, people! Whether I’m going for a run or taking a yoga class in my living room, it’s important for me to wear comfortable, well-made pieces that I don’t have to constantly adjust. They also can’t

It makes me so happy to see the antidiet and intuitive eating message take off on TikTok. And actually, registered dietitian and certified intuitive eating counselor Sam Previte, LDN, CPT, who specializes in helping clients make peace with food and enjoy life, was hesitant to join TikTok because she told POPSUGAR, “I thought of it

Long-term side effects of COVID-19 have been reported even after people recovered from the virus: shortness of breath, hair loss, and cardiovascular issues to name a few. Another long-term effect is fatigue. For example, one patient recovery study conducted in Italy and published in JAMA found that of 143 of those taking part in a

Heavy periods. Birth control mishaps. Painful sex. Ob-gyns have seen and heard it all. Yet many people still find themselves feeling embarrassed or uncomfortable about opening up to their doctor. If that’s you, try following any of these amazing ob-gyns on TikTok. They’ll answer some of the most commonly asked questions, like what to expect

If you struggle with frequent migraine headaches, you know they’re no joke — but neither is magnesium when it comes to relief. “Magnesium has a great reputation as a safe and effective supplement that can help to reduce the frequency of migraine attacks when taken preventively, as well as potentially relieve symptoms during an attack

Aldi has issued a voluntary recall of Wawona-brand bagged peaches as the CDC investigates a potential link to a salmonella outbreak across the Northeast and Midwest. As of Aug. 19, 68 people from nine states have reported infections, with 14 hospitalizations and no deaths. According to the CDC, people with salmonella infections typically have diarrhea,

When 3 p.m. rolls around, my energy levels are usually at a low — the midday slump is in full effect, and another cup of coffee would only deliver a case of caffeine jitters. What is helpful though, on top of a snack, is giving myself a quick break from answering emails, and logging a

Want your latte with a plant-based twist? Good news: Dunkin’ Donuts is officially bringing oat milk to stores nationwide, and you’ll be able to sub it into any beverage your heart desires, including the drinks on the freshly announced fall menu — which, yes, means pumpkin spice lattes. Pumpkin spice with oat milk is a

It’s almost second-nature for me to grab or tug at the nagging muscle knot that lives on my upper back — but shifting my impulse to more of a massaging movement could have a better outcome. While Leada Malek, PT, DPT, CSCS, SCS, says that everyone responds to trigger point (another name for a muscle

It’s no secret that we’re Shawn Mendes fans over here, and when it comes to workout tunes, this 22-year-old singer always has a spot on our playlist. So naturally, we were pretty pumped to come across a full 12-minute cardio dance workout set to some of his greatest hits, from “Stitches” to “Señorita,” created by

If you’ve heard warnings of overuse injuries while exploring new workouts but aren’t sure what that term encompasses, let me introduce you to tendonitis. It’s one overuse injury worth keeping on your radar if you’re routinely working and working out from home. “Tendons are a fibrous connective tissue that connects muscles with bone, allowing us

If you have minimal equipment and time, you’re probably in need of workouts that are both efficient and effective. If so, we’ve got you covered. Kelsey Wells, NASM-certified, SWEAT trainer, and creator of the PWR workout programs just expanded her program and launched PWR At Home 3.0, and it’s great for those looking for ways

My sister makes interior design look easy — whenever I move or redecorate a room, I call her up and ask her opinion on pretty much every decision I’m making, from rug choices to curtain rods. She has this ability to make every single space she touches feel clean, fresh, and comfortable, but most of

Venus Williams is back on tour — she’s currently competing in the Top Seed Open — but she just shared a new episode of her #CoachVenus Instagram Live workouts with special guest Ashley Graham. If you missed out on the live sweat session, you can now join after the fact by tuning into the video

Image Source: James Barrett For me, running a marathon isn’t just about running 26.2 miles — it’s bigger than that. It’s about hearing tens of thousands of strangers packed along the sides of the streets cheering you on. It’s about running for those who can’t, raising money for charities and causes that you’re passionate about.

Finding products that fit your keto diet at Costco isn’t a difficult task — here’s a list to try from last year. The next time you’re there, you may want to track down keto-friendly bread and buns from Natural Ovens Bakery, the newest find by the trusted @costcobuys Instagram account. As for price, @costcobuys confirmed

Packing for college can be an overwhelming process, and although you can purchase a majority of your dorm essentials during that first week, there are some items — yes, including medicines and first-aid supplies — that should be picked up and stowed away prior to drop-off day. If your parent or guardian is anything like

Working out your arms can make you feel powerful, period. However, one of the biggest fitness myths is that lifting weights will get you bulky. Maybe you do want to bulk up — and that’s great! — but we’re here to tell you that this would take a long time to happen, and nutrition would

The COVID-19 pandemic has transformed the world and turned the way we do things on its head. We’ve had to adjust to a new way of living. But that doesn’t mean we have to give up on our passions – we just need to find different ways to pursue them. That’s why Nedbank has created