friendship

These Two Best Friends Got Fit Together—Here’s What They Learned About Weight Loss

They fell in love with health and fitness together.

4 All-Too-Real Reasons Friends Break Up (and How to Deal)

Hey, even Rachel and Monica had their struggles...

How to Know When It's Time to Phase Out an Unhealthy Friend

How one dietitian decided to take a step back from her lunch dates with a certain friend.

Why a Swimrun Race Is the Crazy New Fitness Challenge You Need to Try

The sport of swimrun is taking off in the U.S. as triathletes look for a new challenge and shared experience with a BFF or S.O.

In Defense of Not Being Social All of the Time

Did you know your brain can only handle five meaningful relationships at once?

4 Ways to Choose the Best Workout Buddy for Your Fitness Squad

Because nothing ruins a workout like a downer friends.

Science Says That Friendships Are Key to Lasting Health and Happiness

The answer might surprise you.

How Weight Gain Affects Your Relationships (and Why It's So Important to Stay Connected)

While the reality TV star chose to hide from the camera (and his family), when you gain weight, you should really be leaning on your loved ones even more for support.

The Surprising Effect Your Friends Have On Your Exercise Habits

Are you *really* barre BFFs?

Friends Are Better Than Painkillers

Why pop a pill when you can surround yourself with pals?

This 7-Day Detox Will Spring Clean All the Relationships In Your Life

Time to ditch the (human) baggage.

What I Learned from a Month of Workout Dates

Trading in brunch for barre can boost your physical strength <em>and</em> the strength of your friendships. Win-win!

What I Learned from Helping My Friend Pace a Marathon

Running may be a solo sport, but there is no 'I' in marathon

Instagram Duos You Need to Be Following for the Ultimate BFF Fitspo

These pairs are basically living versions of the two-people-dancing-with-bunny-ears emoji .

Peeple: A New App That Will Let You Rate Everyone You Know

Billed as "Yelp for people", the app will allow you to review all your friends

Your Happiness Can Help Alleviate Your Friends' Depression

Talk about the power of friendship!

12 Ways Your Best Friend Boosts Your Health

Less less, better eating habits, and more study-backed reasons to hold on to your friendships.

I Started Saying "No" and Began Losing Weight

One writer shares how she learned to put her foot down and start setting healthy boundaries with the people she loves.

Can Feeling Lonely Make You Hungry?

New research shows that feelings of isolation and loneliness can make women feel physically hungry, even after a big meal.

The Amazing Benefit of Running with a Friend

@AliOnTheRun1 describes the love/hate relationship she has with her faster, fitter running buddy.

Why Having a Fitness Buddy Is the Best Thing Ever

Exercise + friends = a powerful combo. Find out why!

How to Be Friendly (Not Flirty!) with Male Friends

Men and women can be friends. We tapped experts for advice on how to handle male mates without leading them on.

5 People Who Are Jealous of Your Weight Loss

The friends and family may have supported your weight loss goals, but sometimes they're going to want to derail your weight loss efforts.

Buzzfeed Video Nails What It's Like to be Single During the Holidays

It's not showing up solo that sucks—it's your family's reaction to your single status.

6 Custom Care Package Ideas for Someone You Love

When it comes to comforting friends, family, or even deserving strangers, few things do the job better than a box of well-thought-out goodies.

Chocolate Tastes Better When You Eat It Together

A feel-good study of the day.