Weight Loss

If you’re completely sucked into the world of TikTok like I am, then you know dance trends make up some of the app’s most popular content. The choreography ranges in difficulty, but a recent routine really impressed me with the level of skill it requires. User Alejandro Santos (@xoprinceali) kicked off the trend by creating

In college, some people excel at taking exams. Others masterfully balance a class schedule with extracurriculars like team sports or chorus. Me? I was really good at coming up with excuses so I could avoid social situations at all costs. Unfortunately, unlike water polo or a 4.0 GPA, this wasn’t a skill I could boast

One of the biggest perks about being a fitness editor in New York City — aside from all the protein powder and low-carb snacks — is the opportunity to check out new fitness classes before they go mainstream. In this case, I got the try the new pop up from Barry’s called Barry’s Ride that’s

Trader Joe’s has gained a cult following of loyal customers over the last decade, and it’s easy to see why; the grocery store is chock-full of fresh produce, healthy cauliflower products, and even staples for the keto diet. With organic offerings and food for pretty much any diet (vegan, gluten-free, Paleo, etc.), it’s no wonder

If you want to lose weight, you have to create a calorie deficit, and that’s where this week-long, 1,500-calorie meal plan can come in handy. While the exact number of calories you need to eat to lose weight can vary based on a number of factors — including your activity level — 1,500 is a

Abs and cardio go together like peanut butter and jelly, but unlike classic sandwich spreads, it does matter which goes on first. (We’ll talk about your PB & J structuring preferences another time.) Most of us tend toward the cardio-then-abs approach: You get your body warmed up with cardio, so you’re loose and ready to

Getting back to the gym postpartum is no easy task for new moms, but Shawn Johnson recently decided to take it one step further, trying gymnastics three months after giving birth to her daughter, Drew. Shawn and her husband, Andrew East, revisited her Olympic sport and captured the whole experience on camera for their YouTube

Ready to give up dairy? Even with all the health benefits and celebrities like Khloé Kardashian raving about it, it’s a tough a decision to make — we get it. That’s why we curated a list of some delicious snacks (minus the milk, cheese, and butter) to help ease the transition. Whether you want to

In a recent CrossFit class, I saw this workout programmed at the end, and I’ll be honest — it didn’t look that bad on paper. 10 minutes of burpees? Yeah, what’s the big deal? But holy mother of burning legs and lungs, after finishing the third round, I knew this was going to kick my

The 2020 Summer Olympics in Tokyo are quickly approaching, and all eyes will be on the world’s most popular sport: soccer. The US Women’s National Team — fresh off a World Cup win in 2019 — will compete for a fifth Olympic gold, and while the roster has yet to be set, we’re likely to

Women’s basketball has struggled for years to be taken as seriously as the men’s sport, and while there are many reasons that shouldn’t be the case, Team USA’s track record at the Olympics may be the most compelling argument yet. The US women’s basketball team has won more Olympic gold medals than any other nation,

Snacking is an art form. When you find the ideal morsels that can travel easily and actually taste good while still being good for you, it can feel like striking gold. After a long search, we’ve found some healthy snacks that we can munch on guilt-free. Sometimes we want something sweet; other times it’s something

“It’s going to get ugly before it gets beautiful.” Those may not have been my therapist’s exact words, but it was exactly the kind of truth-telling I needed from my first session. Over the past 10 years, I’ve experienced more ugly than I would like, and I was ready to do whatever it would take

When the topic of sleep comes up in conversation, it’s frequently because we’re commiserating with friends or colleagues about how tired we feel after not getting near enough. In a world where a lot of people are really damn exhausted, the idea of getting too much sleep is laughable. But as it turns out, the

No one should have to feel the instant regret of tweaking their back, especially during a workout. Getting struck by that sharp, shooting pain is like aging 15 years in one minute. Ab workouts, in particular, are the double-edged swords of back pain: strengthening your core can help prevent injury, but practicing poor form during

American swimmer Katie Ledecky became a household name at the 2016 Rio Olympics, where she clocked astonishing times in the pool and ultimately became the most decorated female athlete at the Games. But just how many Olympic medals does she count among her collection? To date, Katie has won an impressive six Olympic medals, five

Because I’m a freelance writer, I make my own schedule. I usually prefer to go to bed late, around midnight or 12:30 a.m., and wake up seven to seven-and-a-half hours later. But recently I found myself working later or getting distracted, and the time I spent asleep became shorter and shorter. An hour would pass

Fact: people who lose weight slowly and consistently are more likely to keep it off, and that’s exactly what you’ll do with this three-month workout plan, developed by NASM-certified trainers Jess Cifelli, a master instructor at CycleBar in Wyckoff, NJ, and Gretchen Raddatz, a master coach at Row House in New York City. While shedding

From the moment I first started my period, that time of the month always meant being in excruciating pain. If by some miracle I could get out of bed during the heaviest days of my period, I would end up at school, hunched over my desk, trying not to cry and counting the minutes until

Trust me when I tell you that a Harry Styles concert is an awesome workout. You can’t help but dance along with the British singer while he bops around the stage. But as much as I wish I had a concert every day to get my workouts in, I don’t, which is why this workout

You know what makes sitting in a tiny, cramped airplane seat for hours on end even worse? Feeling like you can’t move because your clothing is uncomfortable, restrictive, and adding to your joint pain and muscle stiffness. Pack your jeans away in your carry-on, and slip on a pair of comfy joggers instead. From casual

Self-care always seems to fall to the bottom of my ever-evolving list of priorities. Between managing my responsibilities at work and still finding time to be present with friends and family, even washing my hair can sometimes feel like a victory. And let’s not even talk about the mounds of laundry I’ve been meaning to

Everyone is talking about self-care these days, and I, for one, couldn’t be happier. We as a culture are finally realizing that practicing meditation or booking a spa appointment isn’t indulgent or even selfish but an important way to take care of yourself. As a mom, this is an especially valuable message to receive, since

Get ready for a nonstop dance party led by Antwon Keith Collier, creator of Florida Fit. This high-energy, full-of-fun routine will have you getting low and shaking it out! Dance FitSugar host Deja Riley joins in for this awesome workout. On Antwon: Rhone jacket, MPG Sport tank, and Nike shorts and shoes On Deja and

Whether you’re just getting into fitness or you’re a self-proclaimed fitness fanatic, one of the best pieces of advice we have to offer is to invest in training shoes that are comfortable, functional, and, of course, cute. HIIT is one of the most popular workouts right now — probably because it’s quick, intense, and works

I love the feel of a barbell between my hands. And thanks to my CrossFit coaches and community of kick-butt, strong-ass ladies, I’m totally inspired to add extra plates to my bar and lift heavy. I always feel confident and unstoppable after deadlifting, but I know if I don’t stretch afterward, my lower back, glutes,

If you’re trying to eat plant-based but you don’t like the idea of eating processed food (like protein powder) to get your nutrition, whip up this overnight oats recipe made solely with whole foods. While adding protein powder to recipes is a quick way to get a blast of protein, it’s not the only way.

All hail, Jerry Harris, the King of Mat Talk! The 20-year-old Navarro Cheer athlete has stolen the hearts of Netflix subscribers around the nation with his charisma, and I’m thrilled to his moments of encouragement all in one video. In the docuseries, Jerry brought joy to the gym when his teammates needed it most. “You

You have probably heard of a hundred different ways to track your fitness goals and progress electronically — OK, maybe not a hundred, but you know there are a lot of fitness apps, tracking bracelets, and even rings that record your steps, weight, and sleep. I’ve tried a bunch of different tools myself, but sometimes

If you’re reading this, there’s a strong chance that you like Halle Berry and you want to know more about her workout routine. She’s always sharing her workouts and health and wellness tips on Instagram, and this week, she answered some questions from her followers about training. One person asked, “If you could do one