Swimmer Sierra Schmidt is known as the “dancing queen” in the collegiate swimming world, where she just finished her senior season at the University of Michigan. And, the 23-year-old from Erdenheim, PA, took those moves all the way to the 2021 Olympic Trials. “It’s something that works for me,” Schmidt said in a profile for
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We teamed up with Under Armour to help women everywhere tap into their unbeatable confidence. I’ve been a loyal outdoor runner for years. Truth be told, I always thought my preference for outdoor training was, well, a preference. But, it turns out there’s a bit of science behind why my outdoor workouts outperform my gym-bound
Caroline Marks is quickly earning her spot as one of the most inspirational and all around badass women athletes in the world. The American pro surfer has clenched too many titles and championships to list in one sentence — 2020 Super Girl Pro champion and second overall in the 2019 World Surf League (WSL), to
You won’t believe your eyes when you see World Taekwondo Demonstration Team’s audition for the 2021 season of NBC’s America’s Got Talent! The 22-person group that helps to promote Taekwondo’s visibility worldwide was invited to perform at the Olympic Games, but those plans were disrupted due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Instead, the team showcased its
No matter how you choose to get in some movement every day, you deserve to reward yourself. Maybe you jogged around your neighborhood or completed a muscle-toning yoga flow — perhaps you just took a leisurely walk with a friend! Whatever form of fitness fits your personality, you should celebrate putting in the work and
Some days it’s easy to hop on your Peloton bike and start pedaling, other days you’re left wishing Peloton instructor Ally Love‘s bubbly energy could just rub off on you already. If you ever find yourself losing interest in the middle of a workout, or you want to make things more exciting with a change
A good therapist listens and helps their clients through personal and sensitive issues and obstacles. And if you’re looking for someone who’s specifically LGBTQ+ supportive, therapist Kiki Attonito, MA, CAP, RYT, who has a master’s degree in clinical psychology, shared these tips. She wants to emphasize that LGBTQ+ issues are human issues, and a superb
I’m one of those people who struggles to spend money on athletic clothes. Even though I work out every day (sometimes more than once), there’s something about spending money on activewear that keeps me from updating my severely in-need-of-updating fitness wardrobe. A $100 dress that I’ll wear once, maybe twice? No problem, here’s my debit
This summer, we’re all about bike shorts. Not only are they great options for when the temperature heats up and you’re engaging in some sweaty workouts, they’re also amazing basics. When you’re going back out into the world, and are wondering how to put together an outfit, bike shorts are a great athleisure in between
Olivia Smoliga walked out on deck at the 2019 World Aquatics Championships, looked up at the crowd, and felt the nerves hit. It was strange — she’d swam in front of huge crowds before, including at the Rio 2016 Olympics, where she won a gold in the 4×100 medley relay. But for some reason, it
Grab your phone and find some empty floor — that’s all you’ll need for this week’s lineup of Instagram Live workouts, which hit @popsugarfitness starting on Monday. These three bodyweight workouts are all about getting your heart rate up, with Tabata, cardio HIIT, and low-impact training to guarantee you break a sweat. Check out the
If you’re trying to eat more simply for health, to lose weight, or to ease digestive issues, you may want to eat a plant-based diet that’s free of grains. How boring, you may be thinking, but it’s not boring if you make scrumptious recipes like brownies, sweet potato tofu scramble, and cauliflower pizza. Made with
If you want to start lifting weights more often but have no idea what to do in the gym, we’ve got you covered. We’ve created this one-week weightlifting plan that’s suitable for all levels, so grab your dumbbells, your water, and a towel, and get ready to start! For maximal muscle growth and fat loss,
If you’re heading back to in-person workout classes, keep an eye out for Joe Jonas — he might be crashing your next session. Recently, the singer decided to make a surprise appearance at a SoulCycle class in Atlanta, and no one was more surprised than the stunned instructor. “When you’ve got an off day in
Under Armour’s 2021 Pride collection — United We Win — is here! According to promotional materials, each piece was designed by their LGBTQ+ teammate resource group, UNIFIED. The handwriting and drawings on select items in this collection were inspired by the “original Pride march in 1970.” UNIFIED’s commerce lead RJ Mansfield said, “We used everyone’s
Olympic diving is strength, flexibility, and gracefulness all wrapped into one amazing sport. The way divers can spin and twist and contort their bodies in the air makes it beyond inspiring, and when you see how they train out of the water, you’ll have even more appreciation for these athletes. Watch these video of dry-land
For as long as I’ve been getting my period, I have almost exclusively used tampons to manage my flow, save for a panty liner on particularly light days. They have certainly served me well (I rarely deal with leaks!), but I’ve been interested in switching to, or at least trying, a menstrual disc for a
Periods are a natural, healthy part of our monthly cycles, yet we’re often made to feel ashamed and embarrassed of them, even as grown adults. That’s always disturbed Nadya Okamoto, who, since 2014, has fought to destigmatize periods and end period poverty through her nonprofit, Period, where she led young activists in increasing the accessibility
If you’re trying to lose weight but you’re so over cooking, you’re in good company. While it’s true that people who eat home-prepared meals tend to eat fewer calories, it’s much easier to nuke a microwavable meal or pick up takeout, especially on busy weeknights. There’s no shortage of healthy recipes that help support weight
If you are feeling stressed and need a break in your hectic schedule, join us for a yoga flow and guided meditation led by Mel Douglas along with Rebecca Watson. You’ll leave this workout feeling relaxed and mindful. Using her Fitbit Sense, Mel will be tracking her heart rate during her yoga flow. As this
It usually happens when all the lights are off. Let me set the scene for you: I’m sprawled out on the couch or on my bed, covered in blankets, and finally relaxing at the end of a long day with my phone, TV, or modern romance novel to keep me company, when suddenly — boom!
Now’s the time to take your run outside: the weather is gorgeous, and if you want to get some fresh air, there’s no better way to do it than by moving your body. When we’re working out, we want lightweight, breathable gear that doesn’t weigh us down or make us feel any sweatier than we
This workout led by trainer Lita Lewis will feature exercises to keep your upper body strong and help improve your posture. Inspired by the real-life workout routine of soccer champion Abby Wambach, this session is ideal for anyone looking for a new go-to arm workout. Grab a pair of dumbbells and get ready to work
We all dread standing in line to check a bag at the airport, and the worst is having to pay an extra baggage fee. Well, now imagine traveling with a set of fiberglass poles stretching up to 17 feet long, in a protective case that can weigh up to 100 pounds. You can easily spend
Odicci Alexander had a Women’s College World Series (WCWS) to remember. The James Madison University (JMU) pitcher threw 64.2 innings as the underdog Dukes made a dream run through college softball’s championship tournament, defeating four teams in the top 10 and one team in the top 25 and becoming the first non-seeded team to ever
The unprecedented return of Chellsie Memmel was one of our favorite stories from the U.S. Gymnastics Championships this weekend. A mom of two, the 32-year-old Memmel came out of a nine-year retirement to return to elite U.S. gymnastics, initially motivated by a desire to get in shape after having kids. Though the 2005 all-around world
Coco Gauff advanced to the quarterfinals of the French Open with her victory over Tunisia’s Ons Jabeur, a big step forward for a young player looking to win her first Grand Slam. Even better? With the win, Gauff officially stamped her preliminary ticket to the Tokyo Olympics this summer. Gauff’s response on Twitter: “2020 goals.”
@thecoachingcounselor #tiktoktherapist #adhdtiktok #mentalhealth #anxiety #adhd #adhdtiktok @tradetoys_ @upbrands #adhdtip #lgbtq #mentalhealthmatters #fidgets #fidgettoys ♬ Castaways – The Backyardigans If you find that your anxiety gets worse when you have to sit for extended periods while not moving much (like during endless Zoom meetings), mental health therapist Chris Diquone, known as @thecoachingcounselor on TikTok, shared
If you want to try a new type of workout, now’s a great time to do it. We’re streaming three live workouts this week on POPSUGAR Fitness’s Instagram page and YouTube channel, including boxing, dance cardio, and low-impact HIIT training — all different, upbeat, and sure to get you sweating. Led by certified trainers, you’ll
After a flip-filled weekend, Simone Biles added to her list of accolades and expanded on records in the world of women’s gymnastics. On June 6, following the second session of the 2021 US Gymnastics Championships, the 24-year-old Olympian came out victorious in the all-around with a 119.650 total to rack up her record seventh national