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New York-based personal trainer Morit Summers, NSCA-CPT, is well known in the fitness industry for her inclusive approach to personal training. Summers has recently released her first book, Big & Bold: Strength Training for the Plus-Size Woman, which is comprised of 83 strength training exercises meant for every body, so readers can learn the fundamentals

By now, we’ve all heard that social media can take a toll on your mental health, and for me, that’s certainly been true. The more I scroll, the more I compare myself to others, thinking about what I don’t have, what I don’t look like, and what I’m not doing, instead of all I have

There’s nothing worse than bending into a squat and — bam! — your knee gives out or you’re hit with a sharp pain. Proper form is key to preventing injuries during squats, but sometimes you just need a break from them — and that’s OK! Luckily, you can build leg strength without doing squats when

Taking vitamin C for immunity and calcium for strong bones is common knowledge — so why do we need to turn to the group chat for advice when it comes to periods? To really invest in your sexual and reproductive health, you may want to be proactive instead of just dealing with uncomfortable PMS symptoms.

I vividly remember the first time I got a migraine. It was eighth grade, and I was sitting in math class. I had felt a dull pain in my head develop earlier that day, but I figured it was just a typical headache. Pretty soon, that pain turned into pounding on the right side of

College campuses have officially reopened, and if the pressure surrounding this new phase of adulthood wasn’t enough, students are now having to navigate the challenges of attending school in the midst of a pandemic — often after months and months of remote learning. Needless to say, if you’re dealing with overwhelming anxiety and persistent worry

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. A protein drink is my favorite way to fill myself up when I’m short on time. Before protein drinks

“Would it be possible for you to go with me when I get it? Or meet me there, rather? It will be at 5:30, but I’m going to the pharmacy right after I get off work at 5. I understand if it’s not possible for you. I’m feeling like I could use some moral support

When I first joined POPSUGAR as Fitness editor in 2018, all the other editors were obsessed with APL sneakers. It didn’t take long for me to buy my own pair of TechLooms and see what all the fuss is about: they are so versatile, and perfect for cross-training, strength training, and just walking around the

Nothing beats a solid yoga flow, in our opinion, and model and actress Karrueche Tran just shared a snippet of one that looks lovely. In her Instagram video, Tran demonstrated a quick sequence that works on improving strength and balance while getting in a few nice stretches — like Tran’s favorite, Horizon pose, which gives

I’ve had uneven abs and glutes for years, and by that I mean there’s a noticeable (at least to me) difference between the size and strength in the muscles on my right and left sides. It may not sound like a big deal, but it’s bothered me since I noticed it in about 2014, mostly

@thepsychdoctormd Share any tips to work through panic. Please. #drsasha #adhd #adhdtiktok #panicattack ♬ original sound – The ADHD doctor Dr. Sasha Hamdani is a board certified psychiatrist who specializes in helping people with ADHD, but in this TikTok video, she shares a private and vulnerable moment during her own panic attack. She explains what

@raquelmartinphd #ClearGenius #healing #psychology #therapy #depressed ♬ original sound – RaquelMartinPhD One in five US adults experienced mental illness in 2019. Toward the end of 2020, a year that brought, among other things, immense grief, instability, and uncertainty, Americans’ mental health was “worse than it has been at any point in the last two decades,”

Sometimes, all you want from your workout is some serious sweat. If that’s how you feel this week, we’ve got good news: all three of this week’s Instagram Live workouts on @popsugarfitness are cardio-focused! We’ll start with a bodyweight cardio HIIT session, kick it up a notch with advanced cardio boxing, and finish off the

Join fitness personality and talk show host Katie Austin for a full-body cardio workout! This Sculpt IT workout requires no equipment and will get your heart rate up with exercises including side lunge to kick, standing crunches, and bear crawls. Press play and get ready to give this quick workout your all. Find more than

Banza, maker of chickpea pasta and frozen chickpea pizza crust, has added plant-based frozen pizza options to its line-up. One is a Plant-Based Cheese pizza made with Follow Your Heart vegan mozzarella, and one is a vegetarian Supreme pizza, which is made with Beyond Meat sausage crumbles — note this pizza is made with real

If fall makes you want to get in the kitchen, try these protein-packed vegan recipes bursting with pumpkin spice flavor. Many of them use canned pumpkin puree to add fiber, but they also incorporate protein powder, whole grains, nuts, and seeds to increase the satiating protein. From pies to smoothies to cookies to oatmeal, you’ll

Clear out your shopping carts and make room for these health-conscious snacks from Trader Joe’s. As if we didn’t already love TJ’s enough, its snacking options are healthy, easy, and oh-so-affordable. Whether your taste buds prefer chocolates or veggies, crackers or fruit, these low-cal, protein- and fiber-packed nibbles will satisfy all of your cravings from

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. Golf has grown in popularity in the past few years, and we can understand why. The outdoor sport has

Image Source: retrospec.com At the beginning of the year, I decided to meditate once a day day, every day, for all 365 days of 2021. I had never meditated consistently before, so let’s just say the learning curve was steep. One thing I quickly realized is that sitting on the ground for 10 to 20

Workouts can be tough on your wrists. Whether they’re stressed from push-ups or long plank holds, injured, or fatigued from a day of typing or writing, sometimes your wrists just need a break. If you want to take a load off your hands, try this 10-minute yoga flow from yoga instructor Shona Vertue. It’s wrist-friendly

Whether you’re a tree newbie or a pigeon pro, yoga is the perfect addition to your fitness routine. You can improve your flexibility, balance, and mindfulness, all from the comfort of your mat. But who says you need a studio class or a gym membership to unlock your inner yogi? Lead your own practice by

Megan Thee Stallion can’t be stopped. In between remixing BTS hits and nabbing covers of Essence and Sports Illustrated‘s Swimsuit Issue, the rapper found time to launch her own program on the Nike Training Club app. The program dropped today with a trailer that dips into Megan’s own fitness journey, starting back when she was

When you think of doing a serious shoulder-burning workout, do you immediately think of grabbing a pair of heavy dumbbells? Trainer and health coach Lita Lewis shows that you don’t need to necessarily lift heavy weights to strengthen your shoulders. In the Instagram video above, Lewis shows us how to work our shoulders with just

If you’ve ever calculated the calories you burn in your workouts and wondered why they don’t add up to more pounds dropped, well, turns out there’s a scientific reason for that — and no, it’s not just that you might eat a little more after a tough workout. According to a new study in Current

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. Somewhere along the way, wellness became synonymous with expensive, but we’re here to prove that’s not the case. Wellness,

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 hard to deny that bike shorts are having a moment. There’s a real demand for cute workout shorts,

We teamed up with Under Armour to help women everywhere tap into their unbeatable confidence. For years, I’ve viewed the sports bras required for my favorite high-impact workouts as a necessary evil. Discomfort and tightness are simply signs they’re working. But Under Armour’s new UA SmartForm RUSH™ bra completely crushed that long-standing belief. Although comfortable

Have you ever been in the midst of an anxiety spiral, and someone just hugs you or holds your hand or breathes with you to help you feel calm and safe? Knowing that another person is there — to acknowledge your feelings and support you — can be incredibly helpful in managing your mental health.

My first IUD insertion was — not exaggerating — the most painful experience of my life. I remember screaming, nearly fainting (I had to lie on the table for about 10 minutes afterward), throwing up on the way home, and weathering waves of debilitating cramps for days. So when the five-year mark rolled around and