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- Pop CultureHope Schreiber
Did the Alabama school board list tag, kickball, dodgeball, and other childhood favorites as inappropriate activities?
For many kids, playing Red Rover, dodgeball, and kickball were probably some of their favorite memories of grade school. But games that you spent playing at recess and gym class may be one of the activities that the Alabama State Department of Education (ALSDE) has reportedly deemed inappropriate.
- WellnessErin Donnelly
Man arrested for exercising nude at Planet Fitness: 'He thought it was a judgment-free zone'
A 34-year-old man was arrested after taking off his clothes and breaking out some yoga poses at a Planet Fitness gym.
- StyleVogue
How to (Actually) Dress Up the Humble Gym Short
Is there life après-treadmill for the gym short?
- BeautyKerry Justich
Viral photo of 21-year-old with lung cancer lifting weights will inspire you to dream big
A photo of a young man with lung cancer is inspiring people on the internet to conquer their fitness goals — and to think twice before passing judgment.
StyleKerry JustichPeter Kraus of 'Bachelorette' thinks dating apps are 'atrocious'
The Bachelorette's Peter Kraus opens up about dating, social media, and staying true to yourself.
- BeautyJennifer Gerson Uffalussy
Equinox gym bans man 'for life' after he reported sexual misconduct by yoga teacher: Lawsuit filed
A San Francisco man has filed a lawsuit against Equinox, alleging sexual assault by a yoga teacher, as well as retaliation by the gym, which has banned him for life.
- StyleElise Solé
Police officer buys gym membership for trespassing teen
Fifteen-year-old Vincent was sneaking into XSport Fitness in Skokie, Ill., bypassing the front desk and hiding in the bathroom. A nationally ranked basketball player, he only wanted to shoot hoops on the facility’s basketball court, but he didn't have a membership.
BeautyFabiana BuontempoThese Superfit Grandmas Are #Goals
If you’re lacking the motivation to hit the gym or reach your health and fitness goals, we definitely just found the inspiration you need. Janice Lorraine is a 74-year-old former school counselor who recently retired and needed something to fill her days and give her purpose. “I had no one telling me when to go to work, when to stay at home, no praise,” she said on the Today show. Lorraine found her purpose where she had least expected it: the gym. Check out more of Lorraine’s story, and meet other superfit grandmas who are taking life’s second act by storm.
StyleYahoo Style Staff3 Ways to Rock the Athleisure Trend (No Gym Membership Required!)
It’s no secret that athleisure — that modern portmanteau dedicated athletic leisurewear — has reached a fever pitch (the word was even entered into the dictionary). In 2004, the Stella McCartney for Adidas line was launched, the first time that workout clothes were given a stylish twist. Nike soon followed suit, doing highly popular collabs with the likes of Pedro Lourenço and Sacai. ...
BeautyQ on YahooWellness and Fitness Trends for 2016
From workouts to sleep, here are the new trends worth following to kick your new year off in the healthiest way possible.
BeautyDevon KelleyUnspoken Gym Rules According to Pro Athletes
Everybody’s been a newbie at the gym at some point, so if you made it past that awkward stage and wished you could give the new batch of newbies some friendly instruction, we’re with you. We’re breaking the silence on gym etiquette once and for all. We spoke to seven pros that spend all day in the gym — here’s what they deem the biggest no-nos.
BeautyQ on YahooMy Breakthrough Yoga Pose
Related: Why Yogis Need Their Own Beauty Products We know that we should spend time in the yoga studio focused on our own practice. Related: Video: The Desert Yogi (1) Michael DeCorte, founder of Jock Yoga and Equinox yoga instructor in Toronto Pose: Astavakrasana (eight-angle pose or elephant trunk) “It’s such an intense-looking pose I had a hard time believing I had the flexibility or movement ability to achieve it. This process helps me relate to my students better, because I can describe, step-by-step, my own frustrations, growth and realizations about following cues, and in turn, they might just try listening to mine!” (2) Gradiva Ciani, Equinox yoga instructor in Miami Pose: Visvamitrasana (twisting and soaring Visvamitra’s pose) “When I first started practicing this complex asana, which involves arm balancing, hip and shoulder opener and hamstring stretch, it felt awkward. The bad ones give me the opportunity to work on patience, acceptance and compassion.” Related: The 5 Arm Balances You Must Master (3) Dylan Werner, Equinox yoga instructor in LA Pose: Padmasana (lotus pose) “It took me over two years to get.
BeautyYahoo BeautyHow to Rein in Your Lower Abs
“Muffin top” is a deceptively adorable name for a fiendishly difficult area of the body to tone: the lower abdominal muscles. To approach the belly pouch head-on, the Cut worked with Pure Barre instructor Sarah Wingo, who demonstrated five different moves that isolate the lower abdominal muscles to make them stronger and more defined. If your back is arched, you could strain it, and you won’t engage your lower abdomen as much.
BeautyYahoo BeautyThe New Activewear Brands to Know Now
Here, we’ve sifted through some of the coolest new designer activewear lines, including the latest from Tory Burch and Derek Lam, out there right now and highlighted a few that you’re going to want to have on your radar. Tory Burch’s latest addition to her empire is this athleisurewear line, Tory Sport. Think: Tory Burch’s ready-to-wear line, but made with Lycra and reflective elements.
HealthYahoo HealthIs It Better to Do Cardio or Strength Training First?
Even if you want to be a better runner, you still need to incorporate strength training into your routine.
HealthYahoo HealthHow to Bench Press Your Body Weight
Beach-muscle vanity aside, there are functional reasons to being able to bench your body weight.
BeautyYahoo BeautyThe Workout Gear That Speaks The Loudest
There was a day not so long ago when the message T-shirt was corny: a staple for sports fans, high school girls, or bachelorette parties. But as with most fashion trends, it’s returned—and this time, it’s much improved
HealthYahoo Health10 Sit-Up Variations You Won’t Totally Hate
Doing endless crunches won’t get you those six-pack abs you’ve wanted, but they’re one piece of the puzzle.
BeautyYahoo BeautyHow to Get Six Pack Abs
Jessica Ennis, Cameron Diaz and Vanessa Hudgens have them, but are high definition abs realistically achievable? From Jessica Ennis to Cameron Diaz, Vanessa Hudgens to Serena Williams, the flat stomach has been given a makeover of its own and the trend doesn’t look like it’s going anywhere soon. We asked personal trainer Christina Howells of www.thatgirllondon.com for her weight loss tips and nutritional therapist Emma Olliff for her favourite flat stomach foods to provide a comprehensive masterclass in stomach sculpting. As Christina points out, “There is a big difference between being fit and healthy with a flat midriff and being shredded enough to see your abs.” She adds, “The bottom line is you need to hugely reduce your body fat whilst building lean muscle.” Here are the six pack facts you need to know… 1.
BeautyYahoo BeautyRethink Your Gym Bag
In the spirit of spring cleaning, carry your workout gear in one of these upgraded options. by Kevin Aeh , Q by Equinox In our Unzipped series , we’ve shown you the best gear and products to carry in your gym bag, but now it’s time to talk about the actual bag. Whether you’re looking for a simple tote or a chic carryall that works for the rest of the day, these bags will help you take your gym gear game to the next level. Check out our picks for this season’s best backpacks, duffels and more. VC Signature Wright tote, $448 This leather bag is big enough for your gym clothes, laptop and everything else you need to get through the day.
BeautyYahoo BeautyDoes Working Out Make You Break Out?
Unfortunately, a lot of guys’ faces, backs, and chests revert back to puberty when they man up in the gym, says Jeremy S. Fenton, M.D., a board-certified dermatologist with the Schweiger Dermatology Group in New York City. See more: How to Get the Perfect Shave That’s because your pores are entirely different than your sweat glands, which can be split up into apocrine and eccrine glands.
BeautyYahoo BeautyEasy Skin Cleansing Hacks for Fit Types
Author Adina Grigore offers quick skin care tweaks for swimmers, yoga lovers and more.
BeautyYahoo BeautySoulCycle Instructors Reveal Their Beauty Routines
By Sarah Walter, InStyle.com Every week SoulCycle instructors put their bodies to the test, leading workouts for packs of cyclists—often multiple times a day. And while a full face of makeup is a no-go when breaking a sweat, it’s nice to have some go-to beauty products that can endure intense cardio without melting or smearing. SoulCycle instructors know how to keep their pre-ride beauty routines to a minimum—here’s what some of them take along for the ride! Karyn Nesbit , Brooklyn, N.Y.
BeautyYahoo BeautyMeet The Athletic Beard
Facial hair is in—and requires extra care at the gym. The man trend—describing flannel-clad rugged gents with bushy beards who spend just as much time on grooming as metrosexual men did—entered the lexicon last fall. The abundance of beards makes perfect sense to Robert McMillen, head barber for Blind Barber, the hip men’s salon with locations in New York and Los Angeles. “We’ve seen varying levels of facial hair become popular in recent years, and as with most trends they tend to evolve over time,” he says.
StyleYahoo StyleWatch Shanina Shaik's Forever21 Activewear Campaign
There’s no doubt athleisure has made significant headway in the fashion world. Fashion editors regularly mix their Nike with Celine and sneakers are de rigueur. So no wonder high street brands are getting in on the trend. Model Shanina Shaik is the new face of Forever21’s 2015 activewear campaign. Dressed in almost too cute for the gym outfits, the Australian dishes on her favorite workout, her go-to pre-photo shoot diet, and her ideal gym outfit.
