So you’ve made lifting into a consistent practice. We love to see it! There truly is no better habit you can pick up for your physical and mental health. The only issue with consistency is that it can sometimes create plateaus. There will come a point where you all of the sudden stop making the
Most sex-ed programs cover the basics of conception: an egg and a sperm meet, starting a long and complicated process that can eventually lead to a baby. But while ovulation is usually touched on in sex ed, it’s not typically covered in depth. Fast forward to years later — when you actually care about ovulation
Above all, an effective gym routine requires consistency. There is no other more effective strategy, however there is also no tougher strategy. Maintaining any type of fitness routine day after day can turn into a grueling endeavor. Offsetting this tedious training side effect requires the help of specific goals designed to get the most out
Image Source: Getty / Jeff Kravitz / CM Taylor Lautner and his wife, whose name is also Taylor Lautner, are opening up about increased attention in recent years and its effect. In a Feb. 2 episode of “The Toast,” the couple spoke about paparazzi leaking photos of their intimate California wedding in November 2022, and
Training adaptations occur as a result of two opposing, but equally important stimuli: overload intensity, and intentional rest and recovery. Without the latter, the body may experience a decrease in performance that could last anywhere from a few days to several weeks. There are three different ways this performance decrement is categorized: Functional overreaching describes
Move to the beat with host, choreographer, and dancer Christina “Poofy” Moffitino, who will be leading this 10-minute Latin-inspired dance cardio workout joined by class members Paris Nicole and Stephanie Jones. This follow-along routine is high energy, fun, and easy for every level. Moffitino will help you learn and drill the steps until you master
How you organize your training can influence how well your bulk or cut will go. Whether you choose heavy weight training, high intensity training, or cardio will have an impact on how efficiently you achieve your fitness goals. Keep reading to find out how you can best gain muscle without accruing fat or lose body
Image Source: Getty / Axelle / Bauer-Griffin Content warning: This post discusses eating disorders. Jane Fonda’s eating disorder struggle began before she even knew the word for it. In an interview for the Feb. 1 episode of “Call Her Daddy”, Fonda opened up about her tumultuous relationship with food and how she worked toward recovery
Whether you’re a competitive lifter or an amateur gym-goer, attempting a new personal best calls for adequate preparation. A proper lead-in can significantly improve your chances of a great performance, and it starts way before you step foot in the gym. Here are a few tips for making the most of your PR attempts. 1.
Image Source: POPSUGAR Photography / Sam Kang Product credit: Clique Compression crop top, Clique Compression leggings, APL sneakers, Emma Pills ring and studs No core routine is complete without side planks. They’re a basic but challenging move that’s key for building a stronger core — but they’re so much more than an abdominal exercise. The
Plateaus are the blues of working out. When the weight is not going up like it used to, it’s time for a change. The bench press may be your favorite upper body exercise, but it’s not the same when your progress is plateaued. In this scenario, the body is in need of a shock. This
Paul Rudd wears a lot of hats: rom-com king, onetime Sexiest Man Alive, and Marvel superhero. As such, the actor needed a wellness routine that could handle the whiplash. In the March 2023 issue of Men’s Health, Rudd spoke about his fitness regimen and how it changed as he transitioned from an agent of comic
Intermittent Fasting (commonly referred to as IF) is a popular diet protocol used to help people lose weight by restricting when they eat instead of restricting what they eat. The term “intermittent fasting” is slightly misleading because “intermittent” literally means at irregular intervals, and “fasting” refers to not eating food for a period of time,
Powdered collagen and collagen shots (and waters) have exploded in popularity over the last few years. You’ve probably heard all about how collagen supplements can help promote hair growth, improve joint health, and prevent skin from aging. Admittedly, I’m a convert. I use the Vital Proteins Unflavored Collagen Peptides ($20, originally $25), which are on
When it comes to healthy cooking oils, there is plenty of unscientific information floating around the Internet. It feels like everyday you are told that the oil you have been using is now unhealthy. The latest attack has been on seed oils, such as canola, corn, cottonseed, grapeseed, rice bran, safflower, soy, and sunflower oils.
If you’ve eaten something that didn’t agree with you (or you ate way too much) and it left you with an uncomfortably bloated belly or painful gas, it’s the worst! You want relief fast, and these yoga poses can be just the thing to get things moving so you can feel better. Do a few
For Olympic silver medalist Jordan Chiles, every gymnastics floor seems to be a dance floor — and that’s absolutely the case with her latest floor routine. At UCLA’s women’s gymnastics home opener this weekend, Chiles performed a ’90s hip-hop floor routine that wowed in energy, vibe, and execution, earning the near-perfect score of 9.975. She
Join trainer Rachel McClusky for a 30-minute beginner’s floor workout along with class members Ellie Aviles and A.J. Morales. In this routine, you’ll work your entire body, targeting your arms, obliques, core, glutes, and legs — all without getting off the floor. This feel-good routine is performed entirely on the ground and comes with plenty
As someone with aggressive bloating and intense allergies that come and go on a whim, I’m a sucker for an at-home health test. My friends in the medical field — and soon-ish-to-be MD husband — aren’t so sold, and I get it. At-home healthcare tests aren’t a substitute for medical advice, usually aren’t FDA approved,
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 no secret that the wellness industry is booming right now, evidenced by the sheer volume of supplements lining