DVD Review: Nia Unplugged


Updated 09/04/09 8:47 PM · Posted by FitSugar · 8 comments

DVD Review: Nia Unplugged

If you're into dance, yoga, and martial arts, then Nia is right up your alley. If you can't get to a class, then check out Nia Unplugged ($15). I have to say I enjoyed the video much more than my first Nia class because this type of movement requires complete openness and the ability to let yourself go. It's much easier to flail your arms and yell "yes!" in the privacy of your own home, than with Read more

Class Act: Nia


Updated 05/09/10 6:51 AM · Posted by FitSugar · 8 comments

Class Act: Nia

As part of my New Year's resolutions, I vowed to try new things, so there I was — barefoot and in a room full of happy, chatty ladies, about to take a Nia class for the first time. I was excited because I had heard it integrated some of my favorite movements: dance, martial arts, and yoga. Once the music started, the instructor began demonstrating some simple movements to open the body. Tapping Read more

A New Exercise Movement: NIA


Updated 06/04/07 9:36 PM · Posted by FitSugar · 9 comments

A New Exercise Movement: NIA

Sick and tired of the same old treadmill routine? NIA (pronounced NEE-ah) stands for neuromuscular integrative action, and it's one of the many ways you can breathe life into your stale workout routine. NIA is an interesting blend of the fluidity of Tai Chi, the flexibility of yoga, the randomness of modern dance and the energy of martial arts. NIA is done barefoot to music and delivers Read more

Courteney Hits Scream 4's After Party With Josh, Kristen, Dax, and More Cougar Town Costars


Updated 04/12/11 11:00 AM · Posted by · 3 comments

Courteney Cox at Scream 4 Afterparty With Josh Hopkins

The cast of Scream 4 kept the good times rolling last night, heading from their movie premiere to an afterparty at The Redbury Hotel. Courteney Cox stuck close to her costars in the movie, like Neve Campbell, Anna Paquin, Emma Roberts, and Kristen Bell, but she also had her small-screen buddies on hand showing their support. Her friends from Cougar Town like Busy Philipps, Ian Gomez, and her Read more

I Love Your ShopStyle: Erdem Florals


Updated 02/09/12 4:05 AM · Posted by FabSugar · 0 comments

Erdem Florals Style Inspiration

ShopStylist nia b created an Erdem-centric look that's both Fashion Week savvy and totally wearable after the fact. The bright floral silk top can be tucked into a black nipped-waist and pleated miniskirt. To keep the attention of the vibrant graphic print, accessorize with classic gold and black accents. A gilded cuff, sweet circle earrings, a compact clutch, and peep-toe pumps will round out Read more

The Hunger Games Trailer to Be Released Monday!


Updated 11/11/11 6:53 AM · Posted by · 1 comment

Celebrity News For November 10, 2011 Early Edition

Hunger Games full trailer to be released Nov. 14 — Hollywood Reporter Piers Morgan is leaving America's Got Talent — Us Weekly Jimmy Kimmel's organizing second annual "National Unfriend Day" — SI Hot Clicks Jessica Simpson is already planning for more kids — People Gwyneth Paltrow loves hanging out at The Arts Club in Mayfair — Lainey Gossip Adam Sandler made a deal with Tom Cruise to Read more

Lil Links: Is Your Baby Worth More Than $15,000?


Updated 10/11/11 6:23 PM · Posted by LilSugar · 0 comments

Value of a Baby

Mom tries to sell her baby for $15,000 — The Stir Jessica Alba introduces baby Haven to the world — Celebrity Baby Blog 25 breast cancer myths busted — Health Nia Long bares her bump on the cover of Ebony — Celebrity Baby Scoop Favorite chocolate chip cookie recipes from Weelicious — Momformation A weight gain plan for mamas pregnant with twins — FitPregnancy Steal vs. splurge: Read more

Lil Links: The Octomom Has Some Unkind Things to Say About Her Kids


Updated 07/01/11 12:20 AM · Posted by LilSugar · 0 comments

Octomom Has Some Unkind Things to Say About Her Kids

Octomom "hates" her kids — The Stir Nia Vardalos shares her journey to adoption — Celebrity Baby Scoop Denise Richards adopts a baby girl — Celebrity Baby Blog Tips for surviving nine meatless months — FitPregnancy 51 day trips for kids — Parenting How to get a good night's sleep while pregnant? — The Bump Do push presents need to be diamonds? — HerSay Is Summer homework fair? — Read more

Tom Hanks and Julia Roberts Hit the Red Carpet For Larry Crowne


Updated 06/29/11 6:08 AM · Posted by · 2 comments

Tom Hanks and Julia Roberts New Movie Pictures at LA Larry Crowne Premiere

Julia Roberts and Tom Hanks stepped out in LA last night for the premiere of their upcoming film Larry Crowne. Tom and Julia had tons of their costars on hand for posing on the red carpet, including Taraji P. Henson, Gugu Mbatha-Raw, and Grace Gummer. Nia Vardalos, the My Big Fat Greek Wedding scribe who also penned this film, smiled for the cameras with Tom's wife Rita Wilson. The Larry Crowne Read more

Staying Healthy in NYC With Whitney Port


Updated 10/14/11 11:50 AM · Posted by FitSugar · 4 comments

Whitney Port's Favorite Spots in New York City

Leaving Los Angeles for NYC is paying off for Whitney Port. Her fashion line — Whitney Eve — debuted under the tents at New York Fashion Week this year, and The City is returning for a third season. Whitney recently shared with fans what her favorite NYC haunts are, and I wasn't surprised to find out that almost half of her picks reflected a healthy lifestyle. I'm pretty sure those lean legs Read more