We are excited to share one of our fave stories from Fitness Magazine here on FitSugar! Don't you ever wish you could take a peek in the pantry or gym of the fitness and diet pros you see on TV to see if they really practice what they preach? We do, too! That's why we asked Jillian Michaels, celebrity personal trainer, author, motivational expert, and soon-to-be mom (!), to share her top snack Read more

Want to get a long and lean body like Blake Lively? FitSugar reader FitFabCities developed this video workout based on a circuit from Blake's celebrity trainer. Blake Lively is in amazing shape; she has great muscle tone while still keeping some curves — a combo that looks killer in all those fabulous outfits she wears. To get in shape for The Green Lantern, Blake worked with one of my favorite Read more

Weekend brunch is one of my favorite meals, but with all the deliciously decadent foods to choose from, like a Belgian waffle smothered in maple syrup and whipped cream, it's easy to overindulge. To avoid having to spend the entire afternoon in a coma on the couch, here are some tips for making your weekend breakfast as healthy as it is satisfying. Load pancake batter with fruit: Mix in at Read more

We are excited to share one of our fave stories from Shape here on FitSugar. After a week of spartan lunches, rigorous workouts, and sleep-depriving presentations, it's easy to feel you've earned a happy hour margarita and a plate of cheesy nachos. But topping off a tough week in this way can undo all your hard work and even pack on the pounds. According to a study from the University of North Read more

Get the funk out! The best way to clean a yoga mat — Mind Body Green The things you should know before buying athletic shoes — Real Simple Cheap and healthy meals that cost less than a Lincoln — Fitbie Seven steps away from a calmer, more collected you — Health The workout routines that get celebs like Jessica Biel and Sandra Bullock ready for the big screen — InStyle Ways to trick Read more

After posting the 10 Affordable Fitness Tops Under $40 slideshow, a few of my friends said they actually prefer tops without attached shelf bras. They want to be able to wear their sports bra to get the support they need without the oh-so unattractive uniboob. If you're well-endowed, I'm sure you can relate. I've always been a fan of Ibex, and I recently got their bra-less Synergy Tank ($55), Read more

Considering my everyday handbag is large enough to carry more things than necessary, I was happy to receive the roomy Lululemon Hobo Bag ($118) for review. At 15 inches wide by 13.5 inches tall, this bag is made to fit everything you'll need before and after your workout, whether that's a sweaty Bikram class or a heart-pounding gym session. After a few weeks of trucking the bag to and from work, Read more

While preparing a luscious fruit salad for a friend's barbecue, I noshed on a bunch of diced melon and then decided to go for a run. Five minutes into my workout, I experienced one of the worst cramps in my belly. I tried everything to make it go away: massaging it, slowing down my pace, and raising my arms in the air, but walking was the only thing that helped. I cursed that stupid cantaloupe Read more