Fitness

Image Source: Getty / Slaven Vlasic Content warning: this post contains discussion of suicide and sexual abuse. Tyler Perry is reflecting on a difficult time in his life following news of Stephen “tWitch” Boss’s tragic death on Dec. 13. The world has been mourning the beloved DJ and dancer, who died by suicide at age

It’s three weeks to the big day and your weight-loss goal is just a faded note-to-self on last year’s calendar. Don’t freak out – this 17-day slimdown plan from WH’s nutrition advisor will have you zipping up your cocktail dress in record time. This eating plan contains mostly whole, minimally processed foods, limiting processed, high-salt

The key to getting a stronger core is pretty simple: spend more time strengthening your abdominal muscles. No, you don’t have to schedule hour-long ab sessions, but your workouts should contain a core proponent. Whether you’re doing abs before a workout or after you crush your treadmill workout, you’ve got to commit to working your

Martial-arts-style manoeuvres and a boxing inspired workout are much more than self-defence – they’re proven kilojoule killers that burn an average of 2100 of those buggers an hour. They also target and tone your arms, shoulders, abs, thighs and butt for a workout that boosts your metabolism, improves your balance and chisels a strong, stunning

For the purposes of Netflix’s “Wednesday,” Jenna Ortega took German lessons, picked up the cello, stopped blinking on camera, and even choreographed a now-viral dance on her own. But it turns out even she needed a stunt double for some of the show’s more gravity-defying moments. Enter Jenny Ayumi Umbhau: the stunt woman, dancer, and

The body part you can’t stomach? Well, your stomach, according to our poll (31% of you cited your tum as needing the most attention). In the WhyFive SA Body Image Report, just 14% of respondents reported being happy with their tummies and 45% – nearly two-thirds of whom were black women – said they would consider

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Equipment sponsored by REBEL Elite Fitness The way mixed-martial-arts athletes train is extremely effective for the average person looking to slim down or shape up, says Mike Dolce, a former UFC fighter and longtime coach to top fighters. Dolce’s strategy combines functional strength training and high-intensity interval training (HIIT), which builds endurance and strength. For

Kate Winslet is full of hidden talents. Chief among them? Holding her breath underwater. It’s an unusual skill she discovered on the set of “Avatar: The Way of Water,” where she set a shocking personal record of seven minutes and 15 seconds without any oxygen. “I have the video of me surfacing saying, ‘Am I

Walking into the gym for the first time can be intimidating, not just because you want to fit in amongst a sea of regular gym goers. There may be machines you’ve never heard of that you want to try (psst, these are the best ones for beginners), and even choosing the right free weights can

You probably know Kyla Pratt from her roles in “The Proud Family” and “Dr. Dolittle” or more recently “Call Me Kat.” But these days, the 36-year-old Los Angeles native is making her voice heard in other arenas like mental health. Her main priority? Getting people to acknowledge that celebrities are human beings and their mental

Join fitness trainer Rachel McClusky for a 30-minute cardio fusion workout with class members Paulyn Baens and Nikita Chaudhry. This bodyweight strength and cardio routine targets your lower body, core, and arms with moves like curtsy lunges, mountain climbers, tabletop leg lifts, and more. McClusky also incorporates plenty of unilateral work to make sure both

Have you ever felt or looked bloated after a workout and wondered why? Post-workout bloating is not fun, but it’s actually more common than you might think. In fact, it’s one of several common gastrointestinal issues that you might experience during or after a workout. “The incidence of overall exercise-induced gastrointestinal symptoms is anywhere 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. Now that you’ve bought a Peloton bike, you get to splurge on all the accessories, like a comfortable seat

Brittney Griner is home. Hearing the news that the WNBA star would be released from Russia, where she has been detained for several months after being sentenced to nine years for drug smuggling, brought tears of joy and happiness. My elation came not only from hearing this singular news, but it was reflective of Griner’s

Hailee Steinfeld is a Sagittarius, which means her birthday is in a few days — Dec. 11. She’ll turn 26, yet she’s already accomplished so much on her bucket list. She’s a Golden Globe- and Academy Award-nominated actor, multiplatinum recording artist, and producer. But she has some major wellness goals that she’s ready to tackle

Join Naughty Girl Fitness creator Janelle Ginestra for a lightning-fast rock-and-roll dance cardio workout with class members Kira Leach and Evan Miller. In just five minutes, you’ll get your heart rate up with moves that will feel like a total emotional release. What are you waiting for? Let your hair down — and your attitude

You’ve got your jumping jacks dialed, and you know how to do a plank . . . but have you tried plank jacks? This intermediate bodyweight move has likely cropped up in your workouts at some point — and whether you loved or hated it, it has some impressive benefits. You get all the strength

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. Kate Hudson isn’t just an acclaimed actress — she’s also a bonafide entrepreneur. She founded the athleticwear brand Fabletics

Image Source: Photography by Raven B. Varona / Courtesy of A Touch More Megan Rapinoe and Sue Bird are the epitome of a power couple. They are Olympians, entertainers, and culture-shapers, and more importantly, they’re not afraid to use their platform. In their latest effort to center stories of identity and activism, Rapinoe and Bird