Fitness

So you want to run your first half marathon? You’re going to need one thing: a desire to run … a lot. With the right approach, almost anyone can tackle 13.1 miles, but following a half-marathon training schedule for beginners is a major time commitment. “To take on a half marathon, you have to really

Learning how to run longer can feel like gaining a superpower. Distances you used to only drive across suddenly become something you can cover on your own two feet. Still, heading out the door for multiple miles can be incredibly intimidating. And in the process of building up your endurance, it’s easy to make mistakes

I wish I could say I was surprised. Shocked, hurt, appalled, disgusted. I wish I could feel furious, seething, incandescent with rage, irate. All of those would be appropriate responses — or maybe not. Maybe there is no appropriate response to the death of a child. Maybe I just want to be able to communicate

The pandemic changed everything, including the social norms around how to behave when you’re sick, afraid you may be sick, or want to avoid getting sick. Some of the same, long-held courtesies pre-2020 still apply — sneeze into your elbow or a tissue; don’t show up at a social event with a clearly contagious flu

Ever wonder why your runs seem so inconsistent? If you feel like you have endless energy some days, while others leave you gasping for air, your breath might be the culprit. Although performance can also be affected by your diet, amount of sleep, and stress levels, learning how to breathe when running can make a

Cal Calamia is a runner — a great runner. In 2022, they placed first in the nonbinary division of Bay to Breakers in San Francisco and the San Francisco Marathon. Later that same year, Calamia placed second in the nonbinary division at the Chicago Marathon. But Calamia doesn’t just accumulate finisher medals. They’re also a

On Friday, the Alabama Supreme Court ruled that frozen embryos created through in vitro fertilization are people under state law, and that anyone can be held liable for destroying them. In effect, the ruling could heavily impact access to IVF clinics in the state, which may opt to shut down or move to other states

When it comes to women and exercise, less might actually be more. In a recent study from the Journal of the American College of Cardiology, researchers found that women generally needed less exercise to reduce their risk of dying. Whereas men needed 300 minutes of weekly exercise to lower their chances of cardiovascular mortality by

Editor’s Note: We at POPSUGAR recognize that people of many genders and identities have vaginas and uteruses, not just those who are women. For this particular story, we interviewed experts who generally referred to people with vaginas and uteruses as women. If you’ve ever been asked yourself “why does my vagina smell?” after a tough

“Hot girls have stomach issues” is emblazoned across a crop top in bubbly pink letters. If the shirt doesn’t spark joy for you, you can always try a mug, tastefully spackled with pastel gut flora, or maybe an understated tote bag stamped with the same phrase in a similarly plump typeface. In recent months, the

Image Source: Christa Janine When many people think about having a strong core they automatically envision a six-pack. I’ve lost count of how often I’ve been asked as a fitness instructor, “What are the best ab exercises to get a flat stomach?” Though I’m all for having the aesthetic you desire, by only focusing on

Two pieces of personal information. That’s all you need to give Charley, the chatbot, for extensive guidance on how to get an abortion near you. In a post-Roe era, where large parts of the US have criminalized the act of providing abortion care, the resource seems particularly useful. But for some living in states with

Sodas have been getting a bad rap since at least the 1940s, when the American Medical Association called them out specifically in a recommendation to limit sugar intake. But now, soda is at the center of a major wellness trend. We’re talking about prebiotic and probiotic sodas, which are hitting shelves as “better for you”

Rapper and artist Lil Jon is most often recognized by club bangers like “Get Low,” “Snap Yo Fingers” and “Yeah” — songs that rarely leave the top of a hype playlist. His deep, raspy voice and high-octane performances coupled with distinctive ad libs, are as infectious as they are iconic, as proven by this year’s

Although we may not be in lockdown anymore, COVID-19 is far from over. We used to have a decent handle on proper COVID protocol, wearing masks, getting tested, and quarantining after a positive COVID result. But in the years since, there’s been a slew of different COVID symptoms, variants, complications like long COVID, and recommendations

Dwyane Wade, the husband of Gabrielle Union, retired from professional basketball in 2019, and although he hasn’t slowed down, his life certainly looks very different than it did when he was playing for the Miami Heat. In a candid conversation with POPSUGAR about his new partnership with Thorne, a supplement and health-test company, the father

In the just-released “Madame Web,” Dakota Johnson is appearing as the Marvel character Cassandra Webb, a paramedic who discovers she’s clairvoyant and uses her abilities to alter the future. While Webb’s main super power is her mental ability, Johnson still incorporated physical training to prepare herself to assume her role in the action-packed film. Johnson

This informational guide, part of POPSUGAR’s Condition Center, lays out the realities of this health concern: what it is, what it can look like, and strategies that medical experts say are proven to help. You should always consult your doctor regarding matters pertaining to your health and before starting any course of medical treatment. Heart

I have a hard time letting go. During yoga class, when the instructor encourages us to release our tongue from the roof of the mouth, I keep mine glued in place out of sheer spite. So when I sit down to try Alicia Keys‘s favorite workout class — aptly named “The Class” — and the

Usher’s iconic halftime show; star-studded TV commercials; Taylor Swift’s squad; sheer competitive spirit. There were many reasons to watch Super Bowl LVIII, in which the Kansas City Chiefs beat the San Francisco 49ers in Las Vegas. But perhaps not expected was an altercation between Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce and head coach Andy Reid. Deeply