Back to Basics: Tone Your Guns


Updated 05/12/10 8:45 AM · Posted by FitSugar · 2 comments

Basic Exercises to Tone Your Arms

All right ladies, it's almost tank top and bathing suit season, so it's time to get serious about toning your arms. If you're not sure where to begin, here are some basic exercises from ACE (American Council on Exercise) that will target your triceps, biceps, shoulders, and upper back. Source: Thinkstock Read more

Get Mountain Ready With These Strength Training Moves


Updated 02/17/10 12:38 PM · Posted by FitSugar · 1 comment

Strength Training Moves For Skiers and Snowboarders

If the Winter games have you fired up for the slopes, our friends over at American Council on Exercise (ACE) have designed a workout to get you mountain ready. These moves for boarders and skiers will help build muscle to make you stronger and faster — just like the Olympic snow geniuses Hannah Kearney and Lindsey Vonn. OK, maybe not as strong and fast as them, but these exercises will Read more

ACE Your Fit Life in 2010


Updated 01/05/10 10:48 PM · Posted by FitSugar · 1 comment

The American Council on Exercise (ACE) Will Help You Get Fit in the New Year

We're a few days into 2010, so if you need some ideas on how to get started getting in shape, check out this new online resource from ACE (American Council on Exercise) called Get Fit. It's completely free, so it fits into your budget beautifully. This new website offers an exercise library, such as moves on an exercise ball and with a medicine ball. If you'd rather have a complete workout laid Read more

Upcoming Fitness Trends For 2010


Updated 01/29/10 1:21 AM · Posted by FitSugar · 2 comments

American Council on Exercise (ACE) Predicts 2010 Fitness Trends

While we've started looking back at 2009 to determine the best of the best, the American Council on Exercise has already offered its predictions for what the fitness trends of 2010 will be. It's clear that saving money and time will continue to be guiding forces in people's fitness choices. Source: Getty Read more

5 Resistance Band Moves


Updated 09/25/09 5:55 AM · Posted by FitSugar · 0 comments

Resistance Band Workout

Our friends over at the American Council on Exercise (ACE) have shared many workouts with us. There's a morning core workout to target your abs, a hip, thighs, and tush workout to get you ready for bikini season, four exercises for a strong and healthy back, and shoulder sculpting moves to get strapless-dress-ready. ACE has shared another workout with us, this time using a resistance band, that Read more

Morning Core Workout


Updated 02/11/09 7:11 PM · Posted by FitSugar · 5 comments

Morning Core Workout

So you're headed out for an early morning run. Before you start jogging away, give this quick series from ACE (American Council on Exercise) a whirl. Not only will it wake you up, but more importantly, it's a great prehab workout since it will warm up your spine and core muscles to reduce your risk of injury. Source Read more

3 Moves to Build Your Bones


Updated 11/13/08 10:27 AM · Posted by FitSugar · 1 comment

3 Moves to Build Your Bones

You can strengthen your bones by lifting weights, and both bone-loading exercise and a balanced diet are essential for preventing osteoporosis. To take care of your bones, the American Council on Exercise (ACE), America's nonprofit fitness advocate, offers these three exercises to add to your training regimen. Source Read more

4 Exercises for a Healthy and Strong Back


Updated 11/04/09 4:13 PM · Posted by FitSugar · 2 comments

4 Exercises for a Healthy and Strong Back

More than 5.7 million people suffer from back or spinal problems, making back pain the second most common reported health condition in the US. The American Council on Exercise (ACE), America's nonprofit fitness advocate, suggests performing these four exercises involving muscle endurance and stability to protect against and prevent future back troubles. Source Read more

Definition: Plyometrics


Updated 05/24/07 7:00 AM · Posted by FitSugar · 4 comments

Definition: Plyometrics

Plyometrics: Also known as jump training, plyometrics is a form of conditioning aimed at created controlled impact and maximum power and is used primarily by athletes. This method involves stretching the muscles prior to contracting them and done correctly it strengthens muscles, increases vertical jump and decreases impact forces on the joints. Consciously practicing the technique of landing Read more

Ace Hotel NYC's Prized Pendletons Are Up For Grabs


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Ace Hotel NYC Pendleton Blankets

Since I first heard about the Ace Hotel four years ago, it has blossomed into a kick-ass, boutique hotel empire with pop-up shops in Tokyo, star-studded fashion fetes in New York, and Halloween pool parties in Palm Springs, attracting the young, hip, and restless. With killer interiors designed by New York design firm Roman & Williams, Ace has perfected its look and its brand. And it's Read more