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Do You Have a Personal Trainer?

FitSugar — Fri, 06 Jun 2008 04:30:00 -0700

We usually see John Mayer working out on his own but recently it looks like he has enlisted the expertise of trainer Harley Pasternak. I've been off and on trainers for the past few years, but right now I am going about it on my own. What about you guys? Do you have a personal trainer right now?

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Running Stairs Will Make Your Body a Wonderland

FitSugar — Mon, 08 Oct 2007 10:15:00 -0700

John Mayer takes a little time away from his adorable girlfriend to get in a good workout. I am extremely pleased to see him using the outdoors and a set of public stairs to get the most out of his cardio workout, especially since we all know the boy can afford a gym membership or even a StepMill for his home gym.
So, take it from John and use a set of stairs to up your next workout outside. Here is an easy way to start:

Warm up by slowly walking up and down the stairs for five minutes
Sprint from the bottom of the stairs to the top as fast as possible
Jog down to the bottom
Repeat for 15-20 minutes
Cool down by slowly walking up and down the stairs for five more minutes

More than a great workout, stair running is a great way to burn major calories: A 130 pound person can burn around 400 calories by running stairs for just 30 minutes. I like to jog to a park near my house where there are stairs, do my stair exercise (above), then jog home for a full cardio workout. You'll be quite tired, especially if you've never done stairs before. So try it out and be sure to keep some water at the bottom of the stairs, because you're going to need it.

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Get the Look: Minka Kelly's Lululemon Pants

FitSugar — Wed, 03 Oct 2007 23:30:00 -0700

John Mayer and his new super cute girlfriend, Minka Kelly, have been spotted getting into all sorts of things lately. However, none makes my heart go pitter-patter as much as seeing the two of them working out together. How cute are they?!

More than that, I am loving Minka's fun, but laid back style. I've always been a Lululemon fan, so I am totally loving (and wanting) these adorable workout pants.

The Reverse Groove Pant ($86, no side seam) have a snug fit while wicking away moisture from your skin - all while making your booty look stellar. The 4-way stretch makes them super comfortable and super movable for all your poses, moves and lifts. The flattened seams means no chafing, and anyone who's ever had chafing while working out can attest to the many levels of joy this brings.

Visit lululemon.com to find a store near you.

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John Mayer Leaving Gym

FitSugar — Fri, 24 Oct 2008 14:16:03 -0700

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A Week in Review: FitSugar Roundup

FitSugar — Sat, 13 Oct 2007 04:00:00 -0700

In case you missed it, here's what we've been talking about...

Anthony Bourdain and Rachael Ray are in a spat over donuts. Whose side are you on?

Be sure to check this great jumping through with blocks yoga video that should help strengthen your core and improve your technique.

John Mayer makes his body a wonderland by running stairs, now you can too.

Mayer is not the only one getting fit, Sarah Jessica Parker spills her get slim secrets.

What's the connection between women's hips and breast cancer?

While we're on the topic of breast cancer, check out my inspiring and moving interview with a gal who battled breast cancer with cupcakes (of all things).

Celebs love Starbucks, but who's making healthy choices and who's not?

Love miso? Test your smarts with this quiz about miso.

Need a new diet tip? Eat at least one fruit and one veggie with every meal.

I'm curious, how often do you eat fish?

Speaking of dieting, here are 100 calorie snack ideas.

Back to basics everyone - learn how to properly blow your nose.

Here is a great elliptical interval exercise program - try it out!

Speak your mind about why you don't like exercising. Now check out ideas to turn that hate into love when it comes to exercising.

Speaking of exercise, check out the most active (and inactive) states in America.

P.L.O.W. - It's All About the Family

FitSugar — Sun, 18 Nov 2007 03:00:00 -0800

Since most of us are preparing to spend Thanksgiving with our families, I'm sure you're getting excited. I can't wait to see relatives I haven't seen in a while, and, of course, to eat all the yummy traditional dishes we've all grown to love.

You still have a few days until the holiday, and if you're feeling overly excited or stressed out, exercising always helps. Since you're probably already thinking about your relatives, check out this play list that includes songs about all the people in your family.

To see the list, read more

Not all of these have titles that mention family specifically, but if you l listen to them, you'll know why they're on this list. This play list has a lot of songs, so you can listen while you take a nice long walk or while you do some strength-building exercises.

"We Are Family" - Sister Sledge, 3:36
"Lean on Me" - Bill Withers, 4:17
"Family" - LeAnn Rimes, 3:55
"Oh Sister" - Bob Dylan, 4:04
"Hello Brother" - Louis Armstrong, 3:31
"Family" - Dar Williams, 3:25
"My Sister" - Reba McEntire, 3:59
"Family" - Amy Grant, 2:44
"Down in the River to Pray" - Soggy Bottom Boys, 2:56
"Family" - Dolly Parton, 3:45
"Sister" - Dave Matthews, 3:44
"Brothers & Sisters" - Coldplay, 4:05
"Grandma's Feather Bed" - John Denver, 2:26
"He Ain't Heavy, He's My Brother" - The Hollies, 4:19
"Brother, Brother" - The Isley Brothers, 3:16
"Sistersong" - Rachel Sage, 3:14
"Keep it Together" - Madonna, 5:03
"The Living Years" - Mike and the Mechanics, 5:30
"Father and Son" - Cat Stevens, 3:43
"Daughters" - John Mayer, 3:57

Total PLOW - 1:15:32

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In Case You Missed It: Celebrity Workouts

FitSugar — Thu, 20 Dec 2007 09:30:00 -0800

In 2007 we saw celebs, some more than others, really shaping up their bodies. From John Mayer to Tyra Banks, stars are finding themselves in health clubs instead of night clubs and we couldn't be happier.

Jessica Biel was named your favorite fit female for a reason - she's always active. In 2007 we got the scoop from her trainer on her workout, which includes warming up with a walking lunge.

Speaking of Jessica's, Jessica Simpson attributed her newly toned-up body to 5-Factor Fitness and Fuze. She's even been sporting those coveted Nike Tempo Shorts we all love.

Reese Witherspoon also got us talking about fitness. From her daily jogs to her intense workouts in the park to her workout play list, Reese's workout details were ones that we all wanted to know.

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Get Physical: Run Stairs Together

FitSugar — Sat, 13 Oct 2007 03:30:00 -0700

Ever since seeing John Mayer running stairs, I have become a bit obsessed with running them myself. So yesterday, my husband and I took on the stairs at the park together.

We set the clock for 30 minutes. I went up and down first, then as soon as I got to the bottom, he went. When he got to the bottom, I went again and so on. This way we were a little competitive with each other, but not so much that we were tripping and falling down the stairs (which would happen if we were running against each other). We each got about a minute and a half of rest between turns so it worked perfectly. I was thrilled to get my husband doing something else other than just running and weights, and he liked pushing me to go one more time.

At the end, we gave each other a big high-five (no joke) and we were pleased with ourselves the rest of the night. It was a great workout and something that is much more fun to do with another person, especially if you are like me and can easily talk yourself out of going up and down one more time.

So grab your husband or a friend and take on the stairs together.

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Bonus P.L.O.W - Reese Witherspoon's Play List

FitSugar — Sun, 30 Sep 2007 03:00:00 -0700

We've been seeing Reese Witherspoon working out these days. Like any other exerciser, Reese uses music for motivation. Glamour.com got the scoop on her favorite songs to workout to.

“Soak Up the Sun,” by Sheryl Crow
“Buttons,” by The Pussycat Dolls
“Walk On,” by U2
“Sweet Home Alabama,” by B.A.M.A.
“Stop This Train,” by John Mayer (for stretching and cool-down)

I'm sure that along with motivation Reese uses music as a distraction from the gang of paparazzi constantly on her tail, but you can steal a few off her list for a distraction from your own hassles of the day.

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Take Part in LIVE EARTH

FitSugar — Tue, 03 Jul 2007 12:30:00 -0700

Since FitSugar readers care so much about the Earth, I wanted to let you know that on this Saturday, on 7.7.07, you can take part in Live Earth. It's a 24-hour, 7 continent concert series that will bring together more than 100 music artists and 2 billion people to trigger a global movement to solve the climate crisis.

Live Earth marks the beginning of a multi-year campaign led by the Alliance for Climate Protection, The Climate Group and other international organizations to drive individuals, corporations and governments to take action to solve global warming. Former U.S. Vice President Al Gore is the Chair of the Alliance and Partner of Live Earth.

There are some simple things we all can do to help combat global warming: turn off lights when you leave a room, unplug appliances that are not in use, take shorter showers (heating the water takes energy), walk or ride your bike more and drive your car less (if that's not possible, carpool or take public transportation), plant a tree, keep windows covered on a hot day so you don't have to use the AC as much, and dry washed clothes outside instead of in a dryer.

You can also check out the Live Earth concerts. If you want to find out where they'll be and some of the artists, then read more

Giants Stadium in New York: Kelly Clarkson, Smashing Pumpkins, The Police, John Mayer, Dave Matthews Band, Bon Jovi, Alicia Keys, Melissa Etheridge, KT Tunstall
Wembley Stadium in London: Beastie Boys, Black Eyed Peas, James Blunt, Foo Fighters, Pussycat Dolls, Madonna, Red Hot Chili Peppers
Aussie Stadium in Sydney: Jack Johnson, Crowded House, Eskimo Joe
Copacabana Beach in Rio de Janeiro: Lenny Kravitz, O Rappa, Macy Gray, Jota Quest
Maropeng at the Cradle of Humankind in Johannesburg: Joss Stone, UB40, Soweto Gospel Choir, Zola, Baaba Maal
Makuhari Messe in Tokyo: Rihanna, Ayaka, Ai Otsuka, Michael Nyman
The Steps of the Oriental Pearl Tower in Shanghai: 12 Girls Band, Sarah Brightman, Evonne Hsu, Soler
HSH Nordbank Arena in Hamburg: Chris Cornell, Snoop Dogg, Shakira

If you can't make it to a show, Live Earth concerts will be broadcast to a live worldwide audience by MSN at www.LiveEarth.MSN.com.