Work Out in Comfort With These Maternity Activewear Picks!


Updated 05/24/12 12:20 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

Maternity Activewear Product Review

Since working out with a bun in the oven can be challenging for a wide variety of reasons, it's important that your workout clothes are comfy. We've done the leg work for you and tested a handful of pieces of maternity fitness gear, both tops and bottoms. Watch the video and learn what our FitSugarTV host Zelana, pregnant herself, has to say about these five activewear picks. *$20 gift card will Read more

Hip Openers and Hamstring Stretches For Expectant Moms


Updated 05/12/12 7:10 PM · Posted by · 2 comments

Prenatal Yoga Sequence For Tight Hips and Hamstrings

Yoga is the perfect exercise for expectant mommas, not only to increase strength and flexibility, but it can also ease common pregnancy woes such as a sore lower back and heartburn. It can also help you hone your sense of balance, which is ever changing as your belly expands. Here's a yoga sequence that incorporates standing poses to strengthen your lower body while increasing the flexibility in Read more

Tracy Anderson's Celebrity Baby Body Workout


Updated 04/20/12 5:28 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

Tracy Anderson Pre-Natal Workout

It seems like dancing diva Tracy Anderson trains half of Hollywood these days, and she keeps these celebs fit and toned during their pregnancies, too. Tracy worked with Molly Sims while she was expecting, and now you can learn three of her signature moves designed to keep moms-to-be feeling and looking their best. These exercises focus on the backside, since as Tracy says, there's no reason your Read more

Yoga No-Nos For Pregos


Updated 04/15/12 2:56 PM · Posted by · 3 comments

What to Avoid in Yoga When Pregnant

Fun issues like nausea, fatigue, shortness of breath, and the need to hit the ladies' room — three different times during a workout! — makes it difficult to keep up with a regular exercise routine when pregnant. If you're expecting, taking up yoga (or continuing to go) is wonderful because not only does it alleviate some of these annoying discomforts, your body will stay strong and flexible. Read more

Jessica Simpson Embraces Her Pregnancy Weight Gain — Did You?


Updated 04/05/12 12:03 PM · Posted by · 1 comment

Joy Behar Calls Pregnant Jessica Simpson Fat

Once again, Jessica Simpson is being criticized by the media because of her weight. During yesterday's episode of The View, Joy Behar referred to Jessica as "fat," saying, "Most women who are pregnant are not supposed to gain more than 25 pounds. She looks like she gained a lot more than that." Surprisingly, Sarah Palin, mother of four, defended Jessica on the Today show with the response, "I Read more

New Mom Hilary Duff Hits the Gym 1.5 Weeks After Giving Birth


Updated 04/03/12 12:39 PM · Posted by · 1 comment

Postpartum Workout Tips

Hilary Duff gave birth to Luca Cruz less than two weeks ago, but is already exercising to get her prepregnancy body back. She hit the gym Saturday and tweeted, "20 minutes on the elliptical seems like an eternity!!! What the hell…" Though many obstetricians recommend holding off on exercise until six weeks postpartum (longer for a C-section), every woman is different. Here are some workout tips Read more

Alessandra Ambrosio's Secret to a Feel-Good Pregnancy: Staying Fit


Updated 03/28/12 3:50 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

Prenatal Fitness Tips For First, Second, Third Trimesters

Victoria's Secret model Alessandra Ambrosio is loving the third trimester of her second pregnancy and has no complaints. Without experiencing the usual discomforts of pregnancy, she told People magazine, "I feel really good. I love this pregnancy. It's been really easy. I haven't gotten really nauseous or anything." The VS Angel's secret to feeling great is keeping up with her fitness routine. Read more

Hilary Duff's High-Energy Prenatal Piloxing Workout


Updated 01/25/12 12:33 PM · Posted by · 1 comment

Hilary Duff Pregnancy Piloxing Workout Routine

We are pumped to share one of our favorite stories from Self here on FitSugar! Some women may take it easy during their last trimester, but Hilary Duff isn't the type to let her workouts slide just because she's eating for two. The singer-actress may be seven months pregnant, but according to her trainer of eight years, Vivica Jensen, she's still staying fit with biweekly Piloxing sessions. Read more

Tips and Workouts For a Strong and Fit Pregnancy


Updated 12/28/11 1:55 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Fitness Tips and Workouts For Pregnancy

If you're pregnant or planning on having children in the near future, it's good to know the facts about what's safe and appropriate when it comes to working out. Check out the posts below to ensure you stay active, fit, and strong during your pregnancy. Momma-to-Be Strength Training Routine Hip and Back Stretches For Mommies-to-Be Expecting? Dos and Don'ts of Working Out How Read more

Postnatal Yoga Poses For New Moms


Updated 12/14/11 2:45 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Postnatal Yoga Sequence For Sore Back and Tight Hips

After giving birth, a new mother not only has a beautiful bundle of sweetness to love, but she's usually left with a sore lower back, tight hips, and tense shoulders as well. Here's a relaxing and rejuvenating yoga sequence that's sure to bring relief. Read more