Get in Gear: Ice Running Sneaks


Updated 11/27/06 1:56 PM · Posted by FitSugar · 0 comments

Get in Gear:  Ice Running Sneaks

If you're the kind of gal who runs even when there's snow and ice on the ground, then you've got to check out the New Balance 921. It's an all-terrain winter running shoe designed like a sport utility vehicle. The 921 has: Removable ice spikes and spike fillers for the woman who runs no matter the season Bioshield weather protection material for breathable wind and water protection An Read more

LC Preps For the Long Weekend With a Starbucks Stop


Updated 05/25/12 10:58 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Lauren Conrad Starbucks in LA Pictures

Lauren Conrad picked up an iced drink at a Starbucks in Santa Monica yesterday afternoon. She wore a sweet denim look and carried her trusty Balenciaga bag. Lauren was joined by a female pal for the coffee run, rather than her boyfriend. LC and William Tell went public last weekend when they stepped out together in Brentwood. The couple has apparently been dating for a few months after meeting Read more

The First Lady's Minty Spring Pea Salad


Updated 05/25/12 9:47 AM · Posted by · 1 comment

Michelle Obama's Spring Pea Salad Recipe

Fresh green peas are the first sign for Spring and since they have a short season, I always get my fill before they disappear come Summer. And just in the nick of time, I spotted a new recipe from Michelle Obama's upcoming book, American Grown. The First Lady's pea salad calls for peas, shallots, leeks, and mint, all tossed together with a healthy cream dressing. After shelling the peas, they Read more

Glee-ful Highlights From Episodes "Props" and "Nationals"


Updated 05/16/12 12:48 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

Glee "Nationals" Recap

It's a Glee double whammy this week as the New Directions prep for, and then head to Nationals! As we've seen at the end of each season, emotions are running high, as the kids get ready to take on Vocal Adrenaline. The stakes are even higher this year since a lot of the seniors are graduating, and there's one gleek in particular who's feeling a little left out. Season three has not been my Read more

Not So Fast: 4 Ways Post-Workout Snacks Lead to Weight Gain


Updated 05/08/12 11:50 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

What Snacks to Eat After a Workout

After finishing an intense workout, refueling is a must to restore water, electrolytes, and energy. But if you're not careful the snack you choose could end up undoing the good you've done, leading to extra pounds on the scale. Before grabbing just any old snack after working out, learn how the wrong choice can lead to weight gain. Chowing on a minimeal: A post-workout snack is just that — a Read more

5 Secrets For a Perfect At-Home Cocktail Party


Updated 04/27/12 1:52 PM · Posted by · 2 comments

Cocktail Party Tips

Hosting a cocktail party out of your home is intimate and charming but can sometimes be a source of great stress. The truth is that a little bit of planning and preparation can go a long way. Who wants to spend the party worrying about things like running to get more ice or salvaging burnt hors d'oeuvres? We've got five tips to help you host a smooth soiree. Make sure to have enough ice. The Read more

3 Ways Going Vegan Helps You Lose Weight, 3 Ways It Makes You Gain


Updated 04/26/12 11:25 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Mischa Barton Goes on a Vegan Diet

Celebs like Alicia Silverstone, Alanis Morissette, and Olivia Wilde all benefit from a vegan diet — now add actress Mischa Barton to the list. The 26-year-old actress showed off her slim and healthy figure on the set of Oasis singer Noel Gallagher's new music video. Mischa told Us Weekly, "I've been running like three miles a day," and added she also loves juice cleanses and vegan food. Vegan Read more

Gwen Stefani Has a Bright Weekend With Zuma and Kingston


Updated 04/23/12 7:32 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Gwen Stefani Pictures With Zuma and Kingston at Party

Gwen Stefani paired her maroon Doc Martens with a bright yellow blazer from Zara yesterday to run around town with her sons Kingston Rossdale and Zuma Rossdale. The trio went to a friend's birthday party bearing gifts, with Kingston emerging afterward decorated with face paint. The family also fit a stop by an ice skating center into their itinerary. It was a fun weekend at home in LA for Gwen Read more

Helpful Hints to Recover After a Long-Distance Run


Updated 04/17/12 10:01 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

How to Recover From a Long-Distance Run

With all things related to the Boston Marathon on our brain, there's no better time to share a few ways to recover from long-distance runs. Here are a few quick tips for recovering after a long-distance run, whether you're feeling motivated by the main event in Boston or you're an avid runner in need of a refresher. Give your bod a break. After being pushed to its limits, your body is in need Read more

Shawn Johnson Takes Us Inside Training Camp


Updated 04/16/12 9:30 AM · Posted by · 1 comment

Shawn Johnson Trains at Camp For the 2012 Olympics

We are pumped to share one of our fave stories from espnW here on FitSugar! By Shawn Johnson Shawn Johnson is blogging for espnW throughout her training for the Olympics in London this summer. Follow her journey and other Olympic hopefuls on espnW.com. Say "camp" to an ordinary kid and she'll probably tell you about bonfires and sing-alongs and arts and crafts. Say it to an elite gymnast, and Read more