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Mirel Zaman

Health & Fitness Director
Mirel Zaman is the health and fitness director at POPSUGAR. She has over 15 years of experience working in the health and wellness space, covering fitness, general health, mental health, relationships and sex, food and nutrition, spirituality, family and parenting, culture, and news. Prior to joining POPSUGAR, she was the wellness and lifestyle director at Refinery29, and the senior health editor at Shape magazine. Mirel graduated from Syracuse University's S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications with a degree in magazine journalism.

Latest Posts From Mirel

I Tried Sakara's New Fiber Super Powder — and It Absolutely Delivers
Fitness
03/19/2024

I Tried Sakara's New Fiber Super Powder — and It Absolutely Delivers

I discovered the magic of fiber powders late in life — last year, when I was pregnant.

I Tried Flaus, a "Smart" Electric Flosser — Here's My Honest Review
Fitness
03/18/2024

I Tried Flaus, a "Smart" Electric Flosser — Here's My Honest Review

I'm inordinately proud of the fact that I'm a daily flosser.

I Tried Calpak's New Baby Collection and Found the Diaper Bag of My Dreams
Family
02/29/2024

I Tried Calpak's New Baby Collection and Found the Diaper Bag of My Dreams

Since having a baby about seven months ago, I've accumulated more diaper bags than seems necessary or even appropriate — at least a half dozen.

This 15-Minute HIIT Circuit Will Help Runners Perfect Their Pace
Fitness
02/26/2024

This 15-Minute HIIT Circuit Will Help Runners Perfect Their Pace

All runners know that cross-training is essential — but forcing themselves to actually do it can be a struggle.

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Is It Rude to Lie About Being Sick? And 21 Other Illness Etiquette Questions
Fitness
02/22/2024

Is It Rude to Lie About Being Sick? And 21 Other Illness Etiquette Questions

The pandemic changed everything, including the social norms around how to behave when you're sick, afraid you may be sick, or want to avoid getting sick.

Alison Mariella Désir Is Still Coming to Terms With Her Power
Fitness
02/22/2024

Alison Mariella Désir Is Still Coming to Terms With Her Power

There are so many aspects of health that disproportionately affect the Black community, and yet less than six percent of US doctors are Black — a deficit that only further harms public health.

Nonbinary Runners Exist, and This Activist Is Creating Space For Them
Fitness
02/21/2024

Nonbinary Runners Exist, and This Activist Is Creating Space For Them

Cal Calamia is a runner — a great runner.

Dwyane Wade Likes Hot Yoga, Walks on the Beach, and Vision Boarding
Fitness
02/16/2024

Dwyane Wade Likes Hot Yoga, Walks on the Beach, and Vision Boarding

Dwyane Wade, Gabrielle Union's husband, retired from professional basketball in 2019, and although he hasn't slowed down, his life certainly looks very different than it did when he was playing for the Miami Heat.

Dr. Judith Joseph Practices What She Preaches When It Comes to Mental Health
Fitness
02/15/2024

Dr. Judith Joseph Practices What She Preaches When It Comes to Mental Health

Content warning: The following story contains mentions of suicide.

What Is Biltong, and Is It Good For You?
Fitness
02/13/2024

What Is Biltong, and Is It Good For You?

Lately, you may have noticed beef biltong popping up on more store shelves.

Turns Out, Those Grammys Trophies Aren't as Light as They Look
Fitness
02/05/2024

Turns Out, Those Grammys Trophies Aren't as Light as They Look

As much as we love the pre-show red carpet, the Grammy Awards photos that always tug at our heartstrings come after the winners have been announced, when the artists are posing with their Grammy trophies.

The Owlet Dream Sock Saved My Postpartum Sleep
Family
02/02/2024

The Owlet Dream Sock Saved My Postpartum Sleep

The Owlet Dream Sock found me at the perfect time.