Fitness

A high-intensity interval training (HIIT) workout mixes shorts bursts of activity with even shorter rest periods. While it may feel uncomfortable to push your body to go faster and harder for that short time period, the rewards are worth it: HIIT workouts save time, improve cardiovascular health, and benefit mental health. A 2015 study showed

Getting to the gym at 5 a.m. might be #goals, but getting enough sleep is just as important for a healthy lifestyle. That’s where sleep-tracking apps can come in handy, especially if you already have an Apple Watch. In addition to tracking your steps, heart rate, and calories burned, your Apple Watch can also calculate

With warmer weather blowing in (finally!) comes blooming flowers and pollen, grasses, and trees. We love these signs of spring, but unfortunately, many people are left dealing with spring allergies. Get out the tissues for all the sneezing, runny noses, and itchy eyes. But wait — with COVD cases still popping up, how can you

You don’t need giant weights, a room full of equipment, or a ton of time to log a quality strength workout. This 10-minute chest-and-triceps workout from NASM-certified personal trainer and Sweat trainer Kelsey Wells is proof. The workout is inspired by her new four-week program, Redefine Fitness: Strength & Mindfulness, which (you guessed it!) blends

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As someone who literally studies Old Navy’s new-arrivals section for a living, I understand that the brand’s website can be overwhelming at times. After all, there are so many options that it can be easy to accidentally overlook an item that deserves a spot in your wardrobe. So on a recent perusal of the retailer’s

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.

Have you ever played a song and instantly started to feel better? Well, there is power in music and chances are, it impacts you more than you know. In a previous interview, neuroscientist Yewande Pearse, PhD, told POPSUGAR that music stimulates almost every brain structure. You may view music solely as a tool for motivation

Rowing is one of the best workouts you can do, since it’s a full-body cardio workout that also builds muscle. And it’s low impact, so it’s easier on your joints than running or jumping. If you’re in the market for an indoor rowing machine to add to your home gym, then direct your attention to

On Jan. 24, the World Health Organization (WHO) identified omicron variant BA.2 as the new strain of coronavirus increasing globally. BA.2 has spread to over 40 countries and 17 of the United States, with 10,000 cases recorded thus far. Due to its spike-protein differences from the original omicron variant, BA.1, scientists have given BA.2 the

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

We often hear about grief, a feeling of intense sadness or sorrow, in connection with death. But grief isn’t something you only experience when someone you love has died. It’s also perfectly normal to grieve in response to a sudden or drastic change in your daily routine, or a life event that disrupts your feelings

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

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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

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