To finally dispel the myths around female weightlifting, our friends at Shape did some scientific investigation. Finally, the women’s weightlifting revolution is building momentum. (Didn’t you see Sarah Robles win bronze for the U.S. at the Rio Olympics?) More and more women are picking up barbells and dumbbells, increasing their strength and power, and banding…
may the force be with you A female rock climber is impressing many with the seemingly effortless way she completes an advanced climbing technique referred to as campusing. As shown in the clip from Imgur, above, climbers using the technique should rely solely on their arms and leave their legs dangling. As one might imagine,…
Aussie trainer Kayla Itsines, founder of the Sweat With Kayla app and the Bikini Body Guide, created a full-body circuit workout for POPSUGAR, and we’re sure you’re going to love it. Well, at least you will love the results. Press play to see the exercises in each circuit, then read below for additional instruction and…
You don’t need weights to torch serious calories or build muscle. This 45-minute cardio and toning workout led by LA-based trainer Kit Rich will work every muscle in your body, while raising your heart rate for an intense caloric burn with no equipment needed. We do suggest you grab a towel and a bottle of…
It is possible to get strong while playing and bonding with your baby. Learn five moves from new mom and celebrity trainer Andrea Orbeck, who specializes in helping moms stay fit during and after pregnancy. Trust us, you will have fun while toning your core, and yes, you do get to use your wee one…
We all like to work our abs, right? But it’s easy to get in a rut with your routine. Here are 27 of the best ab exercises to get a tight, toned, and strong middle. We’ve included both bodyweight moves that you can do anywhere along with weighted exercises for when you really want to…
Barre studios have exploded over the past decade and continue to be on the rise. But is it really all it’s cracked up to be? Do those tiny pulsing movements that leave the body shaking really help you gain more strength? Are all the promises of long, lean muscles and ballet bodies really achievable without…
There are many benefits to having strong pecs ranging from totally practical, like increased shoulder stabilization, to looking good – defined pecs can give your breasts some extra lift. Strengthen your chest with these 10 effective exercises that include a mix of bodyweight and dumbbell moves with some fitness props, like a BOSU, added into…
The following post was originally featured on Fit Bottomed Girls and written by Karen, a contributor to Jenn, who is part of POPSUGAR Select Fitness. If you’ve been reading my posts lately you know I’ve been super jazzed about my workouts and credit my investment in a personal trainer for my newfound enthusiasm. Armed with…
This workout may be short, but it’s intense. You’ll definitely feel your heart pumping after this one! Since each move involves a lot of reps, do as many as you can with correct form, and take breaks if you need to. If you don’t stop moving, this workout should take you seven minutes or less.…
