Fitness

Jul 13th, 2020 - In recent years, ab work has gotten a glow-up that goes way beyond crunches . Planks now come in hundreds of varieties , a "coregasm" is a thing , and we’re adding new moves to our playbook every single day. On this week’s episode of Well+Good’s  Trainer of the Month Club, New York City Barry’s instructor  Sashah Handal is blending oldie-but-goldie exercises with the new kids on the block (around-the-world deadbugs, who?) for the ultimate HIIT ab workout you can do in—wait for it—just 15 minutes. "We’ll do each move for about 60 seconds and we’ll switch off from supinated to ... [Read More]

Jul 13th, 2020 - While the 6-pack gets most of the attention , four ab muscles play significant roles in everything from breathing to performance. They are the: OBLIQUE MUSCLE FUNCTION Your oblique muscles are responsible for rotating your torso. Baseball pitchers, tennis players and boxers are examples of athletes who use the obliques a lot. While they’re known for rotation, the obliques also help you breathe properly and keep your pelvis from tilting forward, which would cause your lower back to arch. HOW TO TARGET YOUR OBLIQUES Doing crunches, planks and leg raises helps develop your rectus abdominis, ... [Read More]

Jul 13th, 2020 - 7 Anything-But-Boring Workouts You Can Do With a Pair of Dumbbells You don’t need a dozen fancy ingredients to cook up a mouth-watering meal, and the same goes for your workouts. There are so many different ways to work up a sweat with little to no equipment, and these at-home dumbbell workouts are proof. You’re able to strengthen and tone from head to toe with something you already have on hand. Whether you’re into HIIT, dance, or cardio, try these seven dumbbell workouts that are anything but boring. They ensure you’re challenged the entire time. And by the time you make your way ... [Read More]

Jul 13th, 2020 - A little targeted movement can go a long way. It’s pretty common to make it to the end of the day and realize your butt is a little sore , tight, or maybe even numb. But butt stretches can loosen up your tight tush, fast. The tight, sore feeling can simply be due to not moving enough, Cameron Yuen , P.T., D.P.T., C.S.C.S., senior physical therapist at Bespoke Treatments in New York City, tells SELF. When you’re sitting in the same position for too long, the nerve compression can cause a numb butt or that lovely pins-and-needles sensation . “If your chair has a sharp edge, the nerves ... [Read More]

Jul 12th, 2020 - Need a New Workout? Sweat With Us on Instagram Live All This Week There's nothing like a good workout to get you sweating, smiling, and feeling strong. If you're craving that right now, good news: our Instagram Live workouts can make it happen, and we've got seven new ones coming your way this week on @popsugarfitness . Tune in for cardio boxing, HIIT, and more from some of our favorite trainers. Make sure to check out our donation-based boxing and booty-toning workout with Deja Riley, which benefits the ACLU. Get the full schedule below and add it to your Google Calendar so you don't miss a ... [Read More]

Jul 11th, 2020 - A Sweaty Stair Workout That Takes Just 20 Minutes It might become your new favorite kind of cardio. If your cardio routine has been feeling a little blah lately, you can shake things up with a sweaty stair workout. Using a set of steps in your home, apartment building, or an uncrowded public area for a stair workout can be a great way to combine total-body strengthening, cardio, explosive power, balance, and coordination. You can do it at home if you have access to stairs—which makes it a safe choice during the new coronavirus pandemic —and you don’t need any additional equipment. All ... [Read More]

Jul 11th, 2020 - Inner thighs are often known as a hard-to-engage muscle group—but with focus and determination, you can absolutely strengthen this part of your body (also known as adductors). An inner thigh workout not only fires up your adductors but also allows you to access your deepest set of ab muscles . Plus, it can help you target and strengthen pelvic floor muscles, too. With this 20-minute circuit, you'll feel the spice in your inner thighs and a little extra love in your lower abs . Summary Time: 20 minutes • Equipment: Yoga mat • Instructions: Move from one exercise to the next, completing ... [Read More]

Jul 11th, 2020 - Anytime you want to get sweaty, go for some high-intensity interval training (HIIT). Because your heart rate is so elevated the entire time —and the rest breaks are short—it only takes a few minutes to start feeling the burn. While even a quickie 15- to 30-minute workout at this intensity level is enough to bring on the benefits , some days you just want to do a little extra. And that’s where this hour-long session comes in. In this 1-Hour HIIT Workout Playlist , you’ll get to sweat with three different trainers, and there are four different sections. First up, Charlee Atkins leads ... [Read More]

Jul 10th, 2020 - These humble plastic discs are a fast track to trembling muscles and a stronger core.  All products featured on GQ are independently selected by our editors. However, when you buy something through our retail links, we may earn an affiliate commission. Bad news first: You will have a hard time bragging about banging out a slider workout. In the era of at-home pandemic fitness, if you’ve got a Peloton bike or somehow got ahead of the great kettlebell shortage , everyone will be jealous. If you’ve taken up outdoor running , you at least get to humblebrag about how much it sucks to sweat ... [Read More]

Jul 10th, 2020 - Grab a Dumbbell and a Mini Band, and Prepare Your Butt For This "Glute-Smashing Workout" "Ready to smash your glutes?" asked VFA-certified and Sweat app trainer Stephanie Sanzo when she shared this strengthening workout on Instagram; all you need is one dumbbell and a mini band to do it. These moves will target your glutes, quads, and hamstrings, and they're intense! Expect a whole lot of sore buns tomorrow! Glute Workout From Stephanie Sanzo Equipment needed: one dumbbell⁣⁣⁣⁣, mini resistance band⁣⁣⁣⁣, and a bench, chair, or couch⁣⁣⁣⁣. Before beginning the workout, be ... [Read More]

Jul 10th, 2020 - Even what seems like the most benign hiking trail can result in a twisted ankle, pulled muscle, or worse if you don’t prepare properly. The most effective method of readying your body for the rigors of the trail is consistent stretching. We suggest stretching all of the main muscle groups used in hiking, but also pay attention to your particular needs, and take them into account. If you have weak ankles, make an extra effort to strengthen them. Same goes for calf muscles, tight hamstrings, and any other muscle group you may have issues with. First up: activating and strengthening your core. ... [Read More]

Jul 9th, 2020 - Kayla Itsines's 15-Minute, Full-Body, Resistance-Band Workout (Yep, There Are Push-Ups!) You don't need access to fancy or expensive gym equipment — or even a gym, for that matter — to get a great workout. If you have a resistance band, BBG and Sweat App creator Kayla Itsines shared this full-body workout you can do at home. In this video, Kayla uses a medium-resistance band, but you can easily change the difficulty level by choosing a lighter or heavier resistance band. She said: "This full-body workout is a mixture of cardio and resistance training. It will get your heart rate up and ... [Read More]