Kesha’s career spans far and wide: In the nearly 15 years since her first single debuted, her music has included rap, country, electronic, and rock. Listen to an album like 2010’s Animal and her new record, Gag Order, back to back—it’s not that she’s matured, but rather that she refuses to be just one thing. […]
It wasn’t that long ago that conversations about empowerment and workout clothes were only in the context of overcoming insecurities to wear something like a sports bra or crop top. That’s changing, with more of a focus on inclusive or modest workout clothes. Whether you live in a cold climate, prefer to focus on how […]
If any type of movement — lifting weights, flowing through a vinyasa, or simply getting up from the couch — is often accompanied by popping and snapping, you might wonder “Why do my joints crack all the time?” Cracking joints can be alarming, but they’re not necessarily a cause for concern. To help you understand […]
Intrigued by pickleball? Yeah, same. Luckily, with courts springing up across the country, there’s never been a better time to get into the game. By learning basic pickleball rules—as well as a few other fundamentals—anyone can try their hand at America’s fastest growing sport and experience what the hype is all about. Part of pickleball’s […]
When it’s time for a workout, I typically pick something that gets me out of my home, which also doubles as my office. I relish a change of scenery, and often choose to break a sweat outside, whether that’s by running, walking, hiking, or biking. Sometimes to switch things up, I’ll go to the gym to swim, […]
If you’ve ever ended a long day feeling like you’re plodding, you already know the importance of good walking shoes. While sneakers may be the first type of footwear that comes to mind for logging steps, different brands offer different advantages. Among them, On, the Swiss shoe brand known for its uniquely responsive running shoes, is a particularly […]
Prime Day hasn’t been officially announced yet, but there are already plenty of deals to shop. In fact, you can find fitness equipment, activity trackers, running shoes, and more on sale at Amazon right now. Whether you’re setting up a home gym or looking for a supportive new sports bra, you should be able to tick […]
All scars have a story, and Kaley Cuoco’s lower left leg bears a pretty significant one, she recently revealed on the SmartLess podcast, co-hosted by Jason Bateman, Will Arnett, and Sean Hayes. Thirteen years after an equestrian accident nearly took the actor’s leg, she embraces what the harrowing injury left behind. “I’ve got some good scars,” she […]
For years, Jennifer Aniston felt like she had to do high-intensity cardio workouts in order to feel fit. “It was like run, run, run, run, run, boxing, boxing, boxing, boxing,” the actor tells SELF. “I really just pounded my body.” Then she learned about functional fitness, a type of exercise that prepares your body to better handle the movements required […]
If there were a competition for “awkward yet effective exercises,” the frog pump exercise would probably take home the first-place trophy. Heck, even the name of the movement sounds a little weird. But despite the curious looks the exercise may attract, frog pumps aren’t about seeking attention. They’re about strengthening the glute muscles. Here’s how to perform […]