I'm in full-on wedding planning mode — I've decided on the venue, the photographer is booked, and the save-the-dates have been sent. But there's one area I haven't really tackled yet — my "get in tip-top shape for the wedding" game plan. Here's the thing, I just want to tone up and look my best, so I don't think that requires going to boot camp for three hours a day until the big day. An Read more

If you're pressed for time and can't fit in a long workout, you can still effectively tone your upper body, core, and tush. Grab an exercise ball and do 20 reps of each exercise, and cycle through the routine three times. Push-Ups With Tuck Crunch Crunches on an Exercise Ball Plank Booty Leg Lifts Itching for more short workouts? Check out these Weekend Workouts to learn how to tone Read more

Hands down, this is one of my favorite stretches to do on an exercise ball. It feels good on your back, but also gives your abs, chest, and shoulders a wonderful stretch. It's the type of stretch you do and immediately say, "ahhh." To learn how to do this relaxing stretch read more Read more

We are pumped to share one of our fave stories from Self here on FitSugar! Bring Sexy Back With 2 Simple Moves My first holiday party invitation arrived in the mail this weekend. Guess it's time to pull out those little black dresses again! My favorite? A backless number. If your party wear calls attention to your back too, prepare to buff-it-up and get beautiful from behind with these two Read more

The following post was written by New York-based trainer David Kirsch. Has your job become a "desk sentence?" With deadlines, big projects, and upcoming presentations, fitting in exercise can be challenging — especially when you are trapped within a small cubicle from 9-5. But that's no excuse! All you working moms, busy executives, and career-focused professionals: if you have a commitment to Read more

I don't mind doing crunches, as long as my body is supported on a ball. It makes it much more comfy on my spine, and they also feel more effective since I end up having to use my legs to keep me balanced. This variation combines some triceps work, so you'll work two areas at once. For directions on how to do this multitasking move, read more Read more

Women are always asking me about exercises that will tone their abs and thighs, so here's an amazing move that'll target those two areas at the same time. It may take a little practice to get the coordination down, but once you do, your belly and legs will be burning in no time. Grab an exercise ball and read more Read more