Squats — you love 'em or you hate 'em, or you love to hate 'em. In any case, they are a simple, effective, and versatile move to have in your workout arsenal. Squats work your lower body, from your calves to your hamstrings, glutes, quads, and lower back. They help prevent injuries that can be caused by imbalance or overuse, and they also help with your balance. And they're easy to do anywhere! Read more

I once had a trainer who couldn't help himself from chanting, "An idle minute is a minute wasted." Given, his job is to keep bodies in motion and lifting weights, but he's got a point. When I'm at home sitting on the couch, I can hear his voice as I urge myself to do squats or other exercises during commercial breaks. While those moments in front of the tube are priceless, there are plenty of Read more

If you're bored with basic squats and lunges, here are some new moves for working your backside before hitting the seaside this Summer. To start targeting your glutes, grab an exercise ball, weights, and a resistance band — your backside will be in tip-top shape in no time! Source: Thinkstock Read more

Pop a squat and prepare to sit a while. When it comes to potty training, the right potty seat can mean the difference between a child choosing to sit and one that has an accident. But all potty seats are not created equal — some are better for long stretches of sitting at home, while others are designed for outdoor potty emergencies. Take at look at five seats that will take moms and tots Read more

Your inner thighs might not see much of the sun, but that doesn't mean you should let those muscle waste away. A toned inner thigh is a healthy inner thigh — attractive and strong. And as Jackie Warner says, "Would you rather have fat under those jeans or a little bit of tone?" So show your adductors some love by trying these five inner thigh exercises next time you workout. These moves will Read more

FitSugar reader (and certified trainer) JessicaSmithTV posted this knee-friendly thigh workout in our 10 Pounds Down! community group. Need a move to help slim down your hips and thighs but can't do squats or lunges because of knee pain? Try this Pilates-inspired move from fitness expert Jessica Smith to target your hips, thighs, and core muscles all at once. Read more

Rachel McAdams wore an Ann Taylor coat to join boyfriend Michael Sheen for lunch in Toronto yesterday. She kept him laughing as they headed back home afterward by doing an array of squats and funny lunges. Rachel and Michael are in her native Canada enjoying a break after her big press tour for The Vow. All the hard work paid off, though, as her romance debuted at the top of the box office. The Read more

Miranda Kerr wore a swimsuit and a smile this afternoon when she hit the runway for Australian retailer David Jones in Sydney. She modeled a variety of outfits that will be available in its stores, including pieces from Aussie designers Collette Dinnigan, Camilla Franks, and Alex Perry. Her cutout one-piece was by the company Jets. Miranda changed into a white lace dress for the afterparty held Read more