Fitness

The Olympic rings are unmistakably iconic, as recognizable as the Nike swoosh or golden arches. And although it was designed much more recently, the Paralympics Agitos has become equally as recognizable. But you may have wondered why the Paralympics and Olympics don’t share a logo. Well, there is a reason for the distinction — and

Venus Williams stays ready. While some wait for problems to arise, the iconic tennis champion maintains a winning mindset year-round (and it shows). Still, her approach to health and fitness is decidedly balanced, and even relatable at times. When speaking about her wellness routine, she talks about trying new things, feeling inspired after the Paris

During US Open season, everyone’s a tennis fan — and this year has given us plenty to talk about. Among the outstanding style, beverage, and, of course, performance moments, there’s been an unusually high number of what’s known as walkovers in tennis: at least seven so far. But what is a walkover, exactly? And is

The carnivore diet, popularized by Shawn Baker, MD, a doctor, athlete, and YouTuber, is precisely what it sounds like: eating only animal products, primarily meat. The extreme cousin of keto and paleo, it cuts out all plant-based foods, including fruits, vegetables, grains, legumes, nuts, and seeds. It’s attracted followers who claim it offers a range

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If you’re one of the people who can’t get enough tennis these days, you’ve likely been interested in the wheelchair tennis events at the Paris 2024 Paralympics. Wheelchair tennis was first invented in 1976, according to the United States Tennis Association. It was created in part by former Team USA freestyle skiing athlete Brad Parks.

Over the last few years, TikTok has become an infinite source of hacks designed to simplify your life. The platform’s ingenious eyeliner tricks will speed up your beauty routine, its cooking tips will make meal prep mess-free, and its holistic health advice will boost your well-being — or so the creators claim. The latest wellness

When people ask me what made me decide to compete in bodybuilding, I always say that I found peace in the gym and weightlifting. So naturally, as a Virgo that’s driven by detail and structure — I wanted to see what the next challenge would be in my fitness journey. I was introduced to bodybuilding

If you’re currently dreaming about being on an island, bring yourself one step closer to that reality with this fun workout. Led by Selena Watkins, the CEO and Founder of Socanomics, and assisted by Alexa Giacinto and Tiff Marie, the team certainly knows how to bring the heat with this session. Kicking things off right,

Boccia is one of the most unique events at the Paralympics, but there’s a decent chance you’ve never even heard of it. That may be because it’s one of two games specifically designed for Paralympians (the other being goalball), meaning you won’t ever see it re-created in the Olympic arena. Per the International Paralympic Committee

The Paris 2024 Paralympics are underway, and history is already being made. For one, the Games are providing more coverage than ever, with a record number of broadcasters covering all 22 sporting events live for the first time, per NBC. But additionally, NBCU’s Paralympics coverage is being led by hosts with disabilities for the first

Beyond Yoga Powerbeyond Strive Cropped Tank in Black ($78) and Beyond Yoga If You Pleats Mini Skirt in True Black ($86) “I’m pleased to report that this set can survive both pickleball and padel sessions, while also being versatile enough to both participate in and spectate at sporting events. I’m usually found wearing leggings or

Hot-girl walks. 12-3-20 treadmill workouts. Mat Pilates sessions. The anxiety-inducing pandemic years have been an era of soft workouts, helping people move their bodies without necessarily breaking a sweat or experiencing any level of mental discomfort. But now, as folks return to a somewhat-less-stressful period of life, there seems to be a resurgence of workouts

In 2021, the Tokyo Olympics finally provided long-awaited recognition for Paralympic athletes. After the 2018 Winter Olympics, the US Olympic & Paralympic Committee (USOPC) announced Paralympians and Olympians would earn the same pay for the medals they win. Paralympic athletes now receive $37,500 for each gold medal earned at the Paralympic Games, $22,500 for silver,

Like strength training or running regularly, making sure you work your abs in the gym (or wherever you work out) is crucial. Abs don’t just look good in crop tops, they’re also key for overall balance, injury prevention and more. This quick core workout from onebhody owner Chantel Struwig is a speedy slot-in after your

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My workouts have basically been the same since I started going to the gym in high school: I do cardio for about 30 minutes, then I hit the weight room for 30 minutes. In college, that was bumped up to an hour of cardio followed by an hour of lifting (which was not very healthy,

When it comes to strength training, injuries can happen — even in the comfort of your own living room. Without the heavy-lifting equipment of a gym or the intensity of a fitness studio, it’s easy to develop a false sense of security. But as with all exercise, strength training at home can still be intense,

Newbie runner? Or keen to start? Even if you’ve been pounding the pavement for a while now, sports scientist Ross Tucker has some simple tips to help you with your running, whatever the level: 1. Set a medium- and a long-term goal Set yourself a shorter-term goal, to provide the first motivation for running. 2.