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Healthy App: iPractice

FitSugar — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 13:24:44 -0800

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10 Simple Fitness Tips

FitSugar — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 04:30:25 -0800

Time is a precious commodity, especially if you're trying to squeeze fitness into your days. Here are 10 simple fitness tips to help you maximize your workout.
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8 Ways to Start Your Week Off Right

FitSugar — Mon, 16 Nov 2009 04:30:00 -0800

Though some of us like to do intense workouts on the weekends, for many people, Saturday and Sunday are a time for relaxing and getting out of your fitness routine. It's important to start off Monday on the right foot, so you're on the right track all week. Here are my suggestions for things you can do Sunday night to make sure you're back on track for a healthy Monday morning.

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Game Review: Your Shape For Wii

FitSugar — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 12:50:25 -0800

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David Kirsch's Boot Camp Circuit Workout

FitSugar — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 04:30:34 -0800

We are headed straight for the ultimate day of American indulgence, Thanksgiving, which if followed by a month of festivities closing out the year. New York based trainer David Kirsch created a workout to help FitSugar readers stay on track this holiday season. He's helped Heidi Klum bounce back post baby, so he can definitely help us all tone up. David's circuit boot camp is intense, fun, and sure to burn calories. Here's how to follow the workout.

Instructions: Work through the entire circuit doing 15 to 20 reps of each exercise. Then repeat entire circuit twice more for a total of three sets. Your goal is to complete three full sets in 45 minutes. Props needed: a set of three- to five-pound dumbbells, a four- to six-pound medicine ball, and an exercise ball to fit your height.

Click here for the PDF of the workout, then print it.
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Online Sale Alert: Lucy One-Day Anniversary Sale

FitSugar — Thu, 05 Nov 2009 11:30:47 -0800

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Powerhouse Hit the Deck Workout System

FitSugar — Mon, 02 Nov 2009 19:17:50 -0800

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And the Winner Is . . . Edward Norton!

FitSugar — Mon, 02 Nov 2009 14:30:20 -0800

Clocking in under four hours, Edward Norton fared the best amongst the crowd of notables who ran in the New York City Marathon this weekend. Take a look to see how he and the the rest of the celeb pack fared in the 26.2 mile course!

Check here to see the winning times of the elite runners.

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4 Great Websites For Runners

GeekSugar — Thu, 29 Oct 2009 14:32:05 -0700

It's marathon season! I have to admit, there is something incredibly inspiring about watching the marathoners in New York City (the race is this Sunday). I love a good run, and whether you're a marathoner-in-training or a recreational runner, here are four sites that will help you train and get prepped for the race!

Do you have an interesting website you want to share? Join the Website of the Day group where you can post your favorite website! And you never know, it could be featured on GeekSugar! Here's a detailed guide to posting questions or posts to groups if you are new to the PopSugar Community.
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Gear Review: Radiance Jacket by Mountain Hardwear

FitSugar — Tue, 27 Oct 2009 16:37:13 -0700

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Whittle Your Waist With Side Planks

FitSugar — Mon, 26 Oct 2009 04:30:38 -0700

As we all begin to cozy up for Winter, let me remind you to keep working your core. The obliques, the abs on the sides of the torso, help stabilize you as well as tone your waist. Even though we can't spot reduce the love handles, you can tone the area with some side planks. Remember, the stronger your core the longer and harder you can run, dance, swim, lift and ride. Check out these five side planks.
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Michelle Obama Hula-Hoops to Health

FitSugar — Thu, 22 Oct 2009 13:50:11 -0700

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Celebrity Trainers Who Tweet

FitSugar — Thu, 22 Oct 2009 05:50:09 -0700

More and more celebrity trainers are using Twitter to broadcast healthy eating tips, motivational words, and exercise advice. The trainers also reply to questions directed at them via Twitter, which help make users feel like personal clients.

Start following these trainers to feel red-carpet-ready every day - minus the hefty price tag. And don't forget to follow FitSugar on Twitter, too!

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Affordable Yoga Clothes Under $40

FitSugar — Tue, 20 Oct 2009 12:00:14 -0700

FitSugar reader TxYogi posted a question in the Yoga Stretch and Tell group. She asked: "I love the look and fit of yoga gear from lululemon and Hard Tails, but I just can't bring myself to pay so much for clothes I'll probably do nothing but sweat in. Can anyone recommend some great fitting and great looking yoga gear at reasonable prices?"

I am wearing two of my favorite items in the photo on the left and these pieces are actually each under $20 - proving that there are deals to be had. For the details on these items and more, check out this slideshow. If you have any suggestions, please be sure to share them here.

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Preventing the Hurt After the Burn

FitSugar — Wed, 14 Oct 2009 08:00:50 -0700

I love a little bit of post-workout soreness. I wear it like a badge of honor, since I know it means I am becoming stronger. However, there's a difference between a healthy ache and pain that makes it agonizing to brush your hair, take off your bra, laugh, or get into your car. You can prevent this post-workout pain by never getting out of shape (that's my trainer Hannah's philosophy), or you can try the following suggestions.

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Athletes Get Naked For ESPN

FitSugar — Tue, 06 Oct 2009 11:27:09 -0700

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Athletes Get Naked For ESPN

FitSugar — Tue, 06 Oct 2009 13:19:40 -0700

There seems to be a lot of nakedness going on in magazine land. First, Glamour had its "Beautiful Bodies Spread," which featured a photo gallery of seven plus-size models in the buff. Now, ESPN is featuring naked athletes in its upcoming "Body Issue," due out on newsstands Oct. 9.

There will be a total of six covers to choose from that include Serena Williams and mixed martial artist Gina Carano, as well as plenty of naked photos of athletes amongst its pages. Some of the notables being featured are Laird Hamilton, Jessica Mendoza, and Christina Kim.

Here are a few preview pics to peek at.

Photo courtesy of ESPN magazine

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Fall Running Gear Essentials

FitSugar — Tue, 06 Oct 2009 04:30:43 -0700

Autumn is by far my favorite season for running, be it on a trail or the road. No matter where you choose to run, there are a few items to make the seasonal transition easier. Cooler weather and shorter days are two elements to deal with, and these five things will help keep you running outside for the season.

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10 New Workouts to Try

FitSugar — Fri, 02 Oct 2009 04:30:55 -0700

Going to the gym every day can feel monotonous. An easy way to get out of a rut is to try a new class or workout. Here are some of the classes you told us you wanted to try, as well as a few of our own suggestions to inspire you.

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Gear Review: Ibex Wicking Clothes

FitSugar — Fri, 25 Sep 2009 14:38:13 -0700

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5 Tips For Urban Running

FitSugar — Mon, 28 Sep 2009 05:50:43 -0700

If you're a city gal who still loves to run outside, here are some tips to keep you safe when jogging through the concrete jungle.

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5 Resistance Band Moves

FitSugar — Fri, 25 Sep 2009 05:50:10 -0700

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 targets a few areas of the body that women say are "trouble spots." So grab a band and get started.

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Stretches For Tight Hamstrings

FitSugar — Thu, 24 Sep 2009 08:00:26 -0700

When asked which part of your body needs to be stretched the most, many of you said your hamstrings. Here's a simple sequence to add to your stretching routine to lengthen those muscles on the backs of your legs.

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5 Foods That Feed Your Muscles

FitSugar — Thu, 17 Sep 2009 08:00:40 -0700

Your muscles are constantly working for you, so feed them well. Recent news indicates that muscle mass, especially in the lower of half of the body, is essential for good health. Muscle mass helps keep blood sugar levels even, thus fighting type 2 diabetes. Plus, muscle requires more energy to simply exist than fat, so more muscle means you burn more calories. The added strength is a bonus too. Here are five foods to put on your plate to help you maximize your muscle power.
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