We’ve been there: a bad headache hits and we’re apt to reach for some meds — only to remember we haven’t eaten anything recently. But can you take Advil on an empty stomach? Stomach upset is among the most commonly reported side effects of Advil or Motrin, otherwise known as ibuprofen. That’s why “the FDA
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It’s not just in your head: science says listening to music makes workouts better. Studies show workout music boosts performance during resistance-, endurance-, and sprint-based exercise. It also has the power to elevate your mood and help get you ready for an intense workout. And choosing the best pump-up songs will not only get your
RSV, or respiratory syncytial virus, typically causes cold symptoms and infects nearly everyone by age 2. But since last fall there has been an unprecedented spike in RSV that has contributed to a tripledemic, leaving families rightfully concerned, especially those with newborns and elderly adults, both of whom are at a higher risk of being
Join host, choreographer, and Karmagraphy founder Kavita Rao for a 30-minute Bollywood fusion dance workout featuring Frank Soares and Mina Huynh. This Bollywood dance class starts with a quick warmup, and then you’ll progress into follow-along dance moves, learning dance phrases, and testing your memory skills. You’ll see some traditional Bollywood dance moves, as well
If it fits your macros is a diet that has gained popularity over the course of the past decade. It rejects the notion that you have to cut out certain foods in order to reach your bodybuilding goals, instead favoring the counting of macronutrients and calorie intake. It operates on the principle of calories in
Sure, a handstand is a cool trick to have up your sleeve, but it’s more than just a photo op. This advanced yoga pose and gymnastics move is an incredible feat of strength and balance and has benefits much like any other workout move or yoga pose. The big difference, however, is the barrier to
Electrolytes are minerals dissolved in water or other bodily fluids that carry an electric charge (1). They include sodium, potassium, calcium, magnesium, chloride, and phosphate. Electrolytes are essential for the basic cellular functioning of the human body (2). Sodium Sodium is essential for the proper functioning of the human body by maintaining cellular homeostasis, maintaining
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. It’s not quite springtime, but definitely not full-on winter; whatever you call this time of year one thing is
You get to the gym and scan the equipment. You didn’t come with a plan, but that won’t slow you down. Getting in a great workout isn’t always about following a program. Rather, it’s about structuring a smart training split and giving it your all. Find out how to plan the perfect training program on
Tripping over objects on the floor, bumping into things often, having your clothing caught on doors or drawers — these are all mishaps that are usually just attributed to being clumsy or checked out. But in some children and adults, it can be a sign of sensory low registration. “Sensory low registration is a term
Your protein digestion and absorption are based on three main factors: the structure of the food you eat, how you prepare that food, and your individual capacity to process it. Each type of food has a unique chemical and physical structure, making it more or less efficient for protein digestion. The first main dichotomy is
Image Source: Oregon State Athletics Jade Carey is the reigning Olympic gold medalist on floor, but there was no guarantee she’d make a seamless transition to collegiate gymnastics. After all, she had to learn new routines and find out which tumbling passes she wanted to keep and which she wished to “water down” for floor
Being a spotter is bound to happen sometime during your workouts. Whether you’re spotting a workout partner or if someone asks you for help in a commercial gym, you’re going to need to be ready to assist. Spotting is a crucial role for keeping other athletes safe and for helping them get the most out
Some people love to read the latest gossip about celebrities — who they’re supposedly dating and drama between them and their ex BFFs — but I prefer to read about their workouts, especially if they involve training the abdominals. I asked Jennifer’s trainer Leyon Azubuike, AFAA-certified, founder of Gloveworx, for a Jennifer-approved ab workout and
The time of the bulk is one of joy. There is some discipline required to maintain a consistent calorie surplus, but this adversity is offset by the muscle and strength gains you receive. Yet once the bulk is finished, it’s time for the cut. This is a time of cutting calories and extra cardio. It’s
Ed Sheeran is getting vulnerable ahead of the release of his new album, “Subtract.” In a handwritten journal entry posted to Twitter and photographed by Annie Leibovitz, the singer-songwriter opened up about his tumultuous past year and mental health struggles, both of which influenced his latest album. “I had been working on Subtract for a
Muscle growth is no easy task. It is a long process that involves consistent bouts of intense resistance training over the course of many weeks, paired with a consistent caloric surplus. Lifters often find that the latter element is the more difficult part of the bulking journey. To help make things easier, we’ve compiled some
All-or-nothing thinking is a common “trap” when it comes to exercise; often, people feel like they need to become an “exercise person,” commit to an aggressive plan, or spend hours in the gym to make it worth their while. In reality, you don’t need to move as much as you think to reap the truly
It’s normal to feel a general level of tiredness throughout your day so long as you can recover after a good night’s sleep or a restful weekend. However, chronic fatigue can be a multidimensional issue with physical, emotional, behavioral, and cognitive components not necessarily related to exertion, rest, or sleep (1). There are three main
In today’s medical news, a highly contagious bacteria known as Shigella is in the spotlight and making its rounds across the country. It causes an infection known as shigellosis, resulting in bloody diarrhea and fever. And Shigella is estimated to cause at least 450,000 infections in the United States each year, according to the Centers