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For those times when you can't make it to class a DVD at home is better than nothing at all. While nothing can really replace the touch of a live teacher, the Pilates Intermediate Mat Workout by Gaiam is a pretty good substitute. As you can surely tell by the name, this DVD is not meant for the beginner. This is a solidly intermediate workout that builds on the material taught in the Pilates Read more
If you're looking to amp up your fitness routine, you need to get unstable. Performing classic single-leg exercises while standing on a foam pad, like the one pictured above by Aeromat, is simple way to do this. The squishy surface forces your core and legs to work harder, increasing your strength gains and caloric burn. Standing on the soft surface also strengthens your feet and ankles, which Read more
The Kentucky Derby is this weekend, which means lots of Southern-style celebrations surrounding a horse race that'll be over before you can blink. But donning a wide-brimmed, fully decked out hat and imbibing mint juleps isn't the only way to pay homage to the all-American event. Why not celebrate the Kentucky Derby with a few equine exercises too? Here are four exercises that are inspired by Read more
Reader FitFabCities has a simple 15-minute workout for you — no equipment needed! She shared it with us in our FitSugar Community. Learn more about this workout after the break! Read more
Reader FitFabCities has a simple 15-minute workout for you — no equipment needed! She shared it with us in our FitSugar Community. This printable workout gives you total-body toning plus cardio and it's as easy as 5-4-3-2-1! The whole thing is only 15 minutes long so it's perfect to squeeze into a busy day. Plus you don't need any equipment or a gym; simply push your coffee table out of the Read more
If you have a few races under your belt and want to take your training to the next level for faster finish times, you need to add speed work into your training plan. Running coach Andrew Kastor wants to help you set a PR (personal record) this Summer in your next 5K. Here is his four-week plan (for intermediate runners with a solid cardio base) to get you up to speed — literally. Coach Kastor Read more
The holiday ski season is in full swing, so it's time to gear up the kiddies for a day in the snow. Keep it basic with the pants and mittens, so they can be worn again next year or handed down to little siblings. Bold hats and jackets will help mama distinguish her kids on the mountain. If ski weekends are filling your Winter calendar, it may make sense to invest in some junior skis with your Read more
You could buy an iPhone armband for around $20 to $30, but why not gift your running friend with a colorful and original armband? This intermediate sewing project takes under two hours to make and cost around $10. I love the tiny hidden pocket inside to keep your ID and other small item safe. Here's how to make a creative present for the fitness fanatic in your life. Read more
When you first start running, it's important to think of yourself as a tortoise and not a hare, slowly easing yourself into running two to three miles a day, three to five days a week for about five weeks at a comfortable pace. This way, you can cover a lot of ground, yet still build endurance while minimizing injuries. Once you're in a comfortable pace zone, you'll notice that you're getting in Read more
If you're stuck indoors, treadmills are an excellent way to get in some cardio time — minus wet weather or pollen counts. Whether you're a beginner or an advanced treadmill user, here is everything you need to know to get the most out of this favorite cardio machine. Treadmill Workout Routines: These four different treadmill workouts: beginner, intermediate intervals, running hills, and Read more
