Fitness

In terms of freezer staples, frozen pizza is a reigning champ. Whether you’re wrapping up a long day of work, aren’t in the mood to cook (no judgement here!), or feeling nostalgic, frozen pizza is a go-to — it’s quick, easy, and always satisfying. The only downside? The selection from our childhood wasn’t exactly good

Azzi Fudd is a normal 18-year-old high school senior. She’s student body vice president at Washington DC’s St. John’s College High School, she listens to Drake when she needs a pump-up song (she can’t pick just one favorite), and she’s in the process of choosing a major for when she becomes a freshman in the

It’s impossible to deny the sheer athleticism of the women on this list, but these athletes represent so much more than a collection of medals and trophies. They’re also trailblazers who are making sports more accessible for the athletes who come after them and advocates who are dedicated to a number of important causes, from

Ever since college, many of my dreams have been anything but sweet. Though my body requires eight to nine hours of shut-eye for me to feel even remotely human the next day, I often struggle to get that because of recurring nightmares brought on by my generalized anxiety disorder. Instead of counting sheep, I’m running

Whether you prefer to use it in place of milk chocolate when baking or like to grab a piece as an afternoon snack, dark chocolate is so much more than just a dessert. Research suggests that the nutrients in dark chocolate may help you feel happier and even lower your risk of heart attack or

When my legs feel like jelly, I know I did a good workout! But here’s the thing: leg day doesn’t have to take hours at the gym. Even carving out 20 minutes of your day — which is less time than it takes to clean out your inbox — can help you get leaner, stronger

We like to consider ourselves relatively healthy individuals, but we can admit that sometimes, a little help is appreciated. It can be tough to stick to our goals, and we’re fans of anything that will keep us accountable. Yes, you can schedule your workout into your calendar like a meeting or prep meals in advance,

Before 2020, I could count on one hand the amount of times I had worked out at home on my own. I felt more motivated in a gym or group setting, and I was sure that without other people, I wouldn’t try as hard. Well, then 2020 happened, and I was very happily proven wrong.

I’ve had an anxiety disorder since middle school and, like many people, the past year took a toll on my mental health and exacerbated my symptoms. I take medication to manage my depression, PTSD, and anxiety, and I found myself needing to increase my daily dose of Valium. I also became terrified of going anywhere

POPSUGAR recognizes that people of many genders and identities have female sex organs, not just those who are women. For this particular story, we included sources who referred to people with female sex organs as women. If you’re someone who menstruates, there’s a chance you’ve experienced aggravating cramping during your period, but that’s no reason

When Meg Donnelly was 8 years old, she started panicking on a car ride with her parents. The feeling — and the ongoing stomachaches she was experiencing — scared the American Housewife actress so much that she and her parents decided to investigate. A series of visits to a therapist later revealed that Meg had

If you’re craving that intense energy you get working out live with an inspiring trainer, you’ve come to the right place. We’ve got four brand-new workouts going live this week on our Instagram and YouTube pages, including barre, HIIT, and yoga and meditation, all led by trainers we know you’ll love. And none of the

Join Carrie Underwood, lead designer of CALIA by Carrie Underwood, and her trainer Eve Overland for a short and intense HIIT workout. You’ll fire up your legs with squats and lunge variations then take it to the mat to activate your core with planks, boat holds, and flutter kicks. This no-equipment routine is perfect for

Melatonin can help you fall asleep faster, but while doctors don’t recommend long-term use for anyone, people who are on birth control pills should take extra precautions before getting in the habit of reaching for a supplement whenever insomnia strikes. Savita Ginde, MD, vice president of medical affairs at Stride Community Health Center and former

If you’re anything like us, you appreciate a good sale. Some people use discount opportunities to try out new pieces they might not have otherwise considered, and others take advantage of sales on items they know they’ll use all the time, and for us, that means workout clothes. We’re in fitness gear more often than

I went out for a hike the other day in a pair of leggings, and immediately regretted my decision. Summer is coming, and that means it’s officially shorts weather. If you’re not a fan of classic, loose running shorts, a bike short may just be your perfect pick. They’re tight like a legging, and in

Editor’s Note: We at POPSUGAR recognize that people of many genders and identities have female sex organs, not just those who are women. For this particular story, experts generally referred to people with female sex organs who menstruate as women. As if my hormonal acne isn’t enough, I get the worst bouts of insomnia right

@natures_food nature’s cereal #fruit #fruits #share ♬ original sound – 🥭Fruits & Leaves🍃 One of the latest diet trends zipping around TikTok is called nature cereal, originally shared by user @natures_food and since popularized by millions of users (including the one and only Lizzo). The recipe is simple: you pour coconut water over pomegranate seeds

Professional cyclist Ayesha Rosena Anna McGowan, creator of A Quick Brown Fox, started out riding a bike like most kids. “I got two bikes for Christmas when I was five, one from my parents, one from my grandparents. I taught myself how to ride and rode as a kid just for fun,” she told POPSUGAR.

The new wellness brand Selfish is an innovative, one-stop shop for self-care, offering curated boxes featuring self-care essentials made by small businesses and BIPOC-led brands. It’s a bold business model centered on empowerment and cross-racial solidarity — and it couldn’t have come at a better time for cofounders Sheridan March and Rebecca Freed, as well

Full disclosure: I’m still startled — OK, I scream — when deep-frying food. I hate the way hot oil splatters out of the pan! Which is why I’m so grateful for my air fryer. Not only is the air fryer generally quicker and more hassle-free than deep-frying, but it’s also much healthier because you use

It’s time for the World Figure Skating Championships (the most wonderful time of the year) and out of all the mesmerizing routines we’ve seen so far, Rika Kihira’s short program is the one I can’t stop watching. Kihira, the Japanese national champion, showed up to impress. She went for the ever-challenging triple axel for her

If you’d like to get back to a life post-pandemic, just take a drive down south. I live in the Florida Panhandle, where everyone is acting like everything is perfectly normal. Don’t believe me? Come and see for yourself. We’re even open for spring break. Without giving away my exact location, I’ll explain a little

Listen, sometimes a black cold brew just doesn’t cut it. If you’re craving a sweet Starbucks drink or thirsting to try one of the brand’s new sugary offerings without giving up the extra calories, let us introduce you to your next follow on TikTok. Alex Moe, who goes by the @themacrobarista on TikTok and Instagram,