Weight Loss

Virtual therapy has grown more and more popular in recent years, even before the COVID-19 pandemic made going to a physical office feel unsafe. Therapy apps like Talkspace and BetterHelp have made it possible to get counseling from the comfort of your own home, on your schedule, whether you communicate with your therapist through text-based

There’s nothing quite like a good dumbbell leg workout. While lifting heavy barbells is great for strengthening your lower body, you should never underestimate the power of a pair of weights. There are so many squat, deadlift, and lunge variations to choose from — and we wanted to provide you with a list of some

The Biden administration hopes to send the People’s Republic of China (PRC) a firm message with its decision to not send government officials to the 2022 Winter Olympics in Beijing. Following recent indications from the president, Jen Psaki confirmed in a Dec. 6 press conference that the United States would forgo its usual diplomatic presence

We’re big fans of home workout plans over here, especially when they’re made up of bodyweight, no-equipment workouts. That’s no knock against gyms and studios — we love an intense in-person class as much as the next person — but when you can’t (or just don’t want to) open the front door to get your

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. Whether you’re a total beginner or an experienced weightlifter, dumbbells are a proven way to tone muscles and build

Squats are one of the most effective exercises you can do to strengthen your lower body. It’s important that you know how to do squats with proper form to prevent injury and maximize effectiveness. Here is everything you need to know about what muscles squats work, the benefits of squats (it’s not just about your

Are you ready to dance your way through your workout? Join DanceBody founder Katia Pryce for a dance cardio session! In just 25 minutes, Katia will lead you through a fun and effective workout that will have you learning some dance moves along the way. For an added challenge, use a light set of weighted

On April 12, FDA Acting Commissioner Janet Woodcock, MD, said the agency would temporarily stop enforcing the requirement under Risk Evaluation and Mitigation Strategy (REMS) guidelines that mifepristone, the first drug in a two-drug regimen taken for medication abortion, be dispensed by a doctor. For the remainder of the COVID-19 pandemic people can receive it

If you need a simple bodyweight exercise that gets your heart rate up and also tones your entire body, meet the mountain climber! It’s a classic exercise you’ve probably done before, and we love it because it will strengthen your core as you simultaneously work on your cardio and muscular endurance. This move is a

If you want to burn major calories but you don’t have hours to spend in the gym each week, you may want to try Tabata. In this form of high-intensity interval training (HIIT), you go as hard as you can for 20 seconds, then rest for 10 seconds, and repeat for eight more rounds until

A home workout with dumbbells is exactly what you need to try if you’ve decided to lift outside of the gym. No matter what your favorite style of training is, we highly recommend adding in strength training — dumbbell exercises or moves with other weights like kettlebells or a medicine ball — as a supplementary

Editor’s Note: Anyone with a cervix can get a pap smear, but for this article, we included sources who generally referred to these people as women. A pap smear isn’t really a doctor’s appointment to some look forward to, but it’s an important routine part of monitoring cervical health. According to the CDC, those with

Whether you track your steps with a wearable fitness tracker or through your phone, knowing how much you’ve walked in a day can be an extremely useful tool for weight loss. Many of us are sitting for a majority of the day, which can ultimately have a negative impact on our body and your brain.

Are you a fan of McDonald’s all-day breakfast? Do you love their Sausage McMuffins and Hash Browns, or do you crave their sweeter options like Fruit & Maple Oatmeal or Hotcakes? Whatever you’re in the mood for, if you’re also mindful about your calorie, fat, carb, and protein intake, or you’re trying to eat keto,

It seems like the Tokyo Olympics just ended, and now the world is gearing up for the 2022 Winter Olympics in Beijing, where the world’s top athletes will once again compete in a wide variety of exhilarating — and at times, dangerous — winter sports. One of the most popular events is luge, in which

Content warning: This post contains a mention of sexual assault. Chinese tennis player Peng Shuai, who disappeared from the public eye for 19 days, virtually met with IOC (International Olympic Committee) President Thomas Bach, Chair of the IOC Athletes’ Commission Emma Terho, and Chinese IOC member Li Lingwei on Nov. 21. A statement released by

Warm, stringy, cheesy, crispy, chewy pizza is a comfort food that most people can’t live without. When cravings strike, hit up your favorite pizza joint for a couple of slices! Do you love plain cheese pizza, pepperoni, thin crust, Sicilian, your pie loaded with veggies, vegan cheese, or maybe you can’t choose just one?! Whatever

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. If you take pride in what you wear while you exercise, you know that covering up your stylish sports

When people are trying to figure out how to lose 15 pounds, they typically want whatever will get them results as fast as possible. In reality, there is no such thing as a quick fix for weight loss. Juice cleanses, strict low-calorie diets, and “detoxes” deliver more hype than actual results. Sure, the scale may

When it comes to burning fat and building muscle there are two styles of training I always recommend for clients to incorporate in their workout routines for weight loss. The first style of training I tell people to begin with is strength training, because it can help lower your body fat percentage, build lean muscle,

As the name would suggest, speed skating is one of the fastest events at the Winter Olympics. And while speed-skating athletes don’t have to contend with the elements in the same way that other Olympians do, they still need special equipment to perform their best, including protective eye gear. Why goggles when you’re not navigating

Editor’s Note: Bacterial vaginosis (BV) can affect anyone with a vagina, but for this article, we included sources who generally referred to these people as women. As you may know, the vagina naturally houses different types of bacteria. When that balance and the vaginal ecosystem get thrown off or altered, issues can occur. Such is

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. Cyber Monday is here, and we’re all about the epic fitness deals you can score. From adjustable weights (yes,

Holiday shopping for guys can be tricky, but a good rule of thumb is to choose a gift that aligns with their interests. If your dad loves music, get him a vinyl album by his favorite band. Even if he doesn’t have a record player, he can use it as decor. Or say your boyfriend

On Nov. 26, Kamila Valieva began the 2021 Rostelecom Cup, the last 2021–22 ISU Grand Prix event ahead of next month’s finals, with the highest-scoring short program (87.42) in women’s figure skating history — according to NBC Sports, this technically means since 2018 due to scoring changes. Then, the next day, she tallied the highest

If losing weight was only about burning as many calories as possible, weight-loss plans would be easy: you’d just do long runs, cardio workouts, or bike rides every single day. It’s true that cardio is good for weight loss, but you shouldn’t do cardio every day to lose weight. That’s because daily cardio is not

Want to work your legs and butt but don’t have any weights? Find a step, box, bench, or sturdy chair and learn how to do a step-up. This exercise combines the action of the lunge with stepping upward, like climbing stairs, to really target your butt, quads, and upper hamstrings. We’ve broken down this step-up

Join Charlee Atkins for this 30-minute workout that will burn out your muscles and empower you throughout your day! You’ll start with a lengthening warmup that will prepare your body for the challenge ahead. Burn out those muscles with moves like squat curl presses, dumbbell jumps, and side plank extensions that will put your entire

Have you heard of the 75Hard Challenge? It’s a mental and physical 75-day challenge designed by Andy Frisella from the Real AF podcast to help you “take complete control of your life.” The main rules are that for 75 days straight, you follow a diet of your choosing, do two daily workouts, take a daily

If you’re big into astrology, your zodiac sign could help determine what you have for breakfast. Here are delicious smoothie recipes based on your zodiac sign’s personality. You’re not into reading your horoscope every day? That’s OK. Just think of this as a little smoothie inspiration in case you’re getting bored with your usual go-to