Fitness

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

I remember the moment I put on my wedding dress, just hours before I was set to walk down the aisle. Standing in front of the mirror in the bridal suite, surrounded by my mom, my sister and maid of honor, friends and aunts, it was hard to believe this moment, one I’d fantasized about

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

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

Trader Joe’s healthy selection of frozen food is one for the books; as soon as we walk down the aisle, our taste buds start to water. From basics like veggie fried rice that can go alongside any big dish to its broccoli and kale crust that makes a great alternative to regular pizza dough, there’s

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

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

I’ve dubbed 4 p.m. the workplace witching hour — symptoms include feeling frozen in time, lack of motivation, fatigue, body aches, hanger, and foggy brain. Not today, though; I’m finally waving my coffee-stained white flag. Fed up with my semi-saving grace that is the K-cup, I’ve called in two professionals to resuscitate us all from

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,

When you’re trying to burn fat, there’s one form of exercise you’ll start hearing a lot about: high-intensity cardio workouts. We often call these workouts HIIT, aka high-intensity interval training, because it’s a kind of exercise should be done all-out, as hard as you can go, at 80 to 95 percent of your maximum heart

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

I can 99.9 percent guarantee you’ve never witnessed a wedding quite like Ericka and Caleb Sommer’s. The CrossFit-loving Colorado couple, who wed in 2019, incorporated their passions for food and fitness into every moment of their wedding day, from hosting a weightlifting contest on the dance floor to throwing back shots of pre-workout supplement on

Cardio is a necessary evil. You need it to burn calories and maintain a healthy weight, but we understand that it’s not everyone’s jam. Thankfully, cardio doesn’t have to be synonymous with slogging away on a treadmill, if that’s not how you like to exercise. It can even be — dare we say it —

For two-time World Cup and Olympic champion Carli Lloyd, the seasons aren’t the only thing that will be changing come Summer. For her and the rest of the women on the US soccer team, their coach Vlatko Andonovski has the difficult task of trimming them down to 18 players — including two goalkeepers — prior

In the plant-based world, many people choose to eat a high-carb, low-fat vegan diet, which means avoiding oil. They cook without oil, forgo oil-based salad dressings, and definitely skip processed vegan butters made with oil. I had to ask an expert: is oil healthy or should I give up oil, too? What Are the Health

I needed this yoga video. I mean, I really needed it. Before I gave this follow-along flow from Adriene Mishler a try, I had finished my workday with a stress headache, a sore throat, and a body full of aches. Naturally, I wanted to do some yoga to relieve tension and take time for myself

As someone who has struggled with mental illness for most of my adult life, I’ve gotten a great deal of unsolicited advice. I’ve been told that I can choose to be happy and that I should “just relax” more times than I can count, and though I realize people aren’t trying to be insensitive, these

Naomi Osaka is taking her topspin to television! On Feb. 12, it was announced that a documentary series about the 22-year-old Grand Slam champion will soon be coming to Netflix. According to a press release, the documentary “gives audiences a deep window into the life of a global tennis star” with “unprecedented access” to her

Most birth control pills contain two hormones, estrogen and progesterone, which work in combination to stop ovulation and prevent pregnancy. Usually when someone is on “the pill,” that’s what they’re taking — but some people opt for a progestin-only pill, also known as the minipill. There are many reasons a doctor might recommend a progestin-only

I knew I had a problem when my son was entering into toddlerhood and I was still struggling with what I had always assumed was postpartum depression. I thought the hopelessness I was feeling would go away on its own, but I was wrong. Eventually, I was diagnosed with major depressive disorder, and from the

No one ever said it was easy to feel confident in your body, especially when it comes to things you have little control over, like body type and breast size. The latter can be particularly charged because there are all sorts of expectations on women to have breasts that are the “perfect” size and shape,

No matter how well things are going, every single person encounters stressors and stressful situations, ranging from mild annoyances to the types of anxieties that keep you up at night. Another universal truth: some coping mechanisms are decidedly healthier than others (like going for a run instead of immediately opening a bottle of wine). Whether

Cucumbers have never really done it for me. Sure, they’re great chopped up in salads and delightful when pickled, but this fruit — made almost entirely of water — has never played a starring role in my diet. Because of this, you can imagine my surprise when I learned that cucumber juice is gaining popularity