During a busy day, carving out an hour to head to the gym can be tough, so the question is this: are you making the most of those 60 minutes? With a few simple tweaks, you can increase your calorie burn instantly. Try these tips the next time you’re at the gym to maximize your…
While jumping lunges are an excellent way to shape the legs and backside, they can be a bit hard on the knees – especially if you have bad knees to begin with, or you’re on the mend from an injury. Decrease the knee impact by hopping your feet together before you switch sides in this…
Finding the motivation to run can be hard. Even when you’re training for a race or event, or have a run on your calendar, dragging yourself out the door feels impossible when you’re just really, truly unmotivated. Related: Use This Workout Move to Help Your Lungs Stop Burning on Runs I get it. Running hurts.…
I started practicing yoga about a year ago, and it changed my life in so many ways: yoga changed how I run, it helped with my anxiety, and it even redirected the course of my career, playing a huge role in how I ended up here at POPSUGAR as a fitness editor. The practice of…
Don’t say it. Don’t even think it! Handstands are not just for kids. Sure, you probably spent more time flinging yourself upside down when you were younger, but there’s no age limit to standing on your hands. All you need is the ability to not be scared if you fall and to laugh at yourself…
Whether you’re new to fitness, or you’re going a little harder than usual (two-a-days, anyone?), it’s essential to take care of your body after each and every workout. Doing so will help prevent injury, pain, and discomfort. Make sure you’re always following these steps and giving your body the TLC it needs so it can…
The right amount of hydration can make a good run even better, but not drinking enough water can be uncomfortable – and dangerous. Here are seven hydration rules to follow, for both short and long runs. Related: 25 Must-Know Tips For Runners Pay attention to your water intake the day before your run. Drinking enough…
It’s no secret that Carrie Underwood is in killer shape, all the time. Just look at her! The woman didn’t just bounce back from a pregnancy; she got fit for her pregnancy. She told us “I wanted to be in the best shape possible before I got pregnant.” She trained pre-pregnancy to prepare her body…
Let’s face it: arm jiggle can feel as attractive as wearing a fanny pack. While you can always ditch the fanny pack, you have to do a lot more to get rid of the extra shake in your sleeves. But there is hope! And, don’t worry, it isn’t doing endless hours of cardio. Here is…
If you’re training for a half, full, or ultramarathon, you’ve got a schedule full of long runs on the horizon. Being out on the open road for hours can be intimidating, but if you’re prepared, you’ll feel right at home and more able to focus on your stamina and pace. Gear up for your long…
