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Maggie Ryan

Former Assistant Editor, Wellness

Maggie Ryan was an assistant editor at POPSUGAR. A longtime runner and athlete, Maggie has nearly four years of experience covering topics in the wellness space, specializing in fitness, sports, nutrition, and mental health. She graduated with a Bachelor's in English from Stanford University and still calls the Bay Area home, but her heart (and sports allegiances) will always belong to San Diego.

Latest Posts From Maggie

I Started Waking Up Hours Before My Alarm, So I Asked a Sleep Doctor What to Do

Jan 7, 2025

I Started Waking Up Hours Before My Alarm, So I Asked a Sleep Doctor What to Do

When I have sleep problems, it's usually not about struggling to fall asleep; I conk out pretty quickly once I get in bed.

The Best Winter Running Gear

Dec 19, 2024

The Best Winter Running Gear

When the cold weather hits, it can be tough to stay consistent with your running schedule.

How to Leave Your Comfort Zone, According to Therapists

Dec 4, 2024

How to Leave Your Comfort Zone, According to Therapists

In June 2019, I wrote the word "ASPIRATIONS" in my journal, all caps and underlined.

What to Know About E. Coli Outbreaks, According to an MD

Nov 21, 2024

What to Know About E. Coli Outbreaks, According to an MD

E. coli outbreaks are fairly common, with an estimated 265,000 illnesses and 100 deaths each year in the US.

20 Small Steps You Can Take to Protect Your Mental Health Right Now

Nov 8, 2024

20 Small Steps You Can Take to Protect Your Mental Health Right Now

Numb. Angry. Exhausted. Blindsided. Terrified.

I Tried the Viral 10-Minute Ab Workout from Alexis Ren

Nov 1, 2024

I Tried the Viral 10-Minute Ab Workout from Alexis Ren

Alexis Ren is a model, dancer, and wellness entrepreneur, so when I stumbled upon her 10-minute ab workout on YouTube, I knew what I was going be doing the next day.

13 Running Hats That Are Super Lightweight, Comfortable, and Functional

Oct 30, 2024

13 Running Hats That Are Super Lightweight, Comfortable, and Functional

Whether you're a total beginner or more of an experienced runner, finding the best pair of running sneakers and staying up-to-date with must-have running gear products applies to everyone.

Cheese Is Healthier Than You Think

Oct 29, 2024

Cheese Is Healthier Than You Think

Cheese is the ultimate savory comfort food, but it isn't always considered the healthiest choice.

Yes, You Can Safely Delay Your Period — Here's How

Oct 28, 2024

Yes, You Can Safely Delay Your Period — Here's How

Periods rarely choose a convenient time to arrive — or maybe it's that there is no convenient time for a period, especially if yours comes with days of cramps, mood swings, nausea, and general discomfort.

11 Scary-Good Halloween Workouts to Get You Sweating All Spooky Season Long

Oct 16, 2024

11 Scary-Good Halloween Workouts to Get You Sweating All Spooky Season Long

It's officially Halloween season, and fans of Oct. 31 have full permission to express their love for all things spooky — whether they do so through Halloween nail art, bath products, or by building the perfect funny costume.

How to Get the Most Out of Therapy, According to Mental Health Experts

Oct 10, 2024

How to Get the Most Out of Therapy, According to Mental Health Experts

If you've ever left therapy and wondered, "Did I do that right?" you're not the only one.

What Is Perimenopause, Exactly? Ob-Gyns Weigh In

Oct 9, 2024

What Is Perimenopause, Exactly? Ob-Gyns Weigh In

This informational guide, part of PS's Condition Center, lays out the realities of this health concern: what it is, what it can look like, and strategies that medical experts say are proven to help.