Find a Turkey Trot Near You


Updated 11/14/07 9:01 PM · Posted by FitSugar · 19 comments

Find a Turkey Trot Near You

There is no reason to just eat and eat and eat on Thanksgiving. You can start your day off with a Turkey Trot, and I am not talking about the ragtime dance from centuries past, but if you want to do that I am sure you would be burning some calories. Nope, I talking about Turkey Trots, aka Gobble Runs, as in fun runs. Many towns sponsor fun runs on Thanksgiving Day so you can get out into your Read more

Cyber Monday Deals on Everything Fitness


Updated 11/29/11 10:51 AM · Posted by · 2 comments

Fitness Cyber Monday Deals 2011

Even if you missed Black Friday, there are still a lot of shopping deals to be had tomorrow. Cyber Monday is when retailers present some of their best deals online — from free shipping to massively reduced items — or in some cases, they put the entire store on sale. If you're looking for fitness and health products, look no further. Just remember to act quick — most of these deals are Read more

Where to Find the Best Black Friday Toy Deals


Updated 11/25/11 5:30 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Black Friday Toy Deals 2011

Get your running shoes on and stash some energy-boosting snacks in your diaper bag because Black Friday is here and it's starting earlier than ever. Never mind the 5 a.m. wake-up call on Friday morning — this year the deals are starting on Thanksgiving Day, or even earlier! We've used our supersleuthing skills to uncover the best deals out there. So gather your gift lists, enlist a family Read more

Black Friday Sales You Should Know About


Updated 11/23/11 6:31 AM · Posted by CasaSugar · 0 comments

Black Friday Design Sales

Calling all lovers of great deals and design! This year, I've rounded up Black Friday sales that will surely shake you out of your turkey comatose. So, get a head start on organizing your wish list shopping day by browsing these upcoming sales. 20x200 Enjoy savings on Thanksgiving and the day after! The Thanksgiving sale will offer a 20 percent discount on sports-themed prints (certain prints Read more

3 "Skinny" Thanksgiving Sides (Sweet Potatoes and Stuffing Included!)


Updated 11/24/11 6:04 AM · Posted by · 1 comment

Lighter Mashed Potatoes and Other Classic Thanksgiving Sides

We are pumped to share one of our fave stories from Self here on FitSugar! We have some alarming news about your Thanksgiving dinner plans. According to SkinnyChef.com founder Jennifer Iserloh, the average American consumes 3,500 calories on Thanksgiving Day. That, Iserloh points out, is the equivalent of one pound of body fat, people. (Are you running in place yet?) Don't worry. We're not going Read more

Hugo: 3 Reasons Why You Should See It — and 3 Reasons Why You Shouldn't


Updated 11/23/11 11:45 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Hugo Movie Review

Iconic film director Martin Scorsese veers off his beaten path with this week's Hugo. Based on the book The Invention of Hugo Cabret, the film tells the tale of a young orphan who is secretly living in a train station in Paris. He spends his days winding the clocks in the station, hiding from a villainous station agent, and trying to fix an automaton (a robot-like machine) left behind by his Read more

2011 Holiday Gift Guides: Cool Gives For Co-Workers, Splurge-Worthy Fashion Finds, and What to Give Your Fit Friend!


Updated 11/21/11 11:45 AM · Posted by · 1 comment

Holiday Gift Guides For Dads, Kids, Friends, and Co-Workers

The holiday season is here, which means it's time to get the giving started! We've got you covered with our 2011 gift guides, including awesome ideas on what to wrap up for your favorite co-worker, your fashionable friend, and even the Christmas music fanatic in your life. We'll help you cross off the names on your gift list from now through December, so make sure to check back for the best picks Read more

4 Reasons I Want Justin Long's New Girl Character Over For Thanksgiving Dinner


Updated 11/17/11 12:32 PM · Posted by · 3 comments

Justin Long on New Girl Thanksgiving Episode

Justin Long began his three-episode arc on New Girl this week as Paul, the music teacher and co-worker who joins Jess and her roommates for Thanksgiving dinner. Jess also has a huge crush on the guy, and I can't say I blame her; not only is Paul adorable, but he's also an awesome guest who would spice up any real-life Thanksgiving dinner with his quirky but charming ways. Check out the top four Read more

Black Friday Shopping Tips


Updated 11/18/11 7:25 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Black Friday Shopping Tips For Geeks

Thanksgiving is next week, but is quickly followed by the biggest shopping day of the year: Black Friday. Whether you've got your eye on a big screen TV, a laptop, or a new smartphone, follow these tips that will help make your early morning shopping rush a breeze rather than a hailstorm of stress. Make a list — Just because there's a sale doesn't mean you should buy. Make a list of the Read more

How to Give Your Thanksgiving Plate a Healthy Makeover


Updated 11/21/11 10:04 AM · Posted by · 1 comment

Example of Healthy Thanksgiving Plate

Mashed potatoes, stuffing, pumpkin pie: Thanksgiving is the day that many of us eat anything (and everything) we want. With the average Thanksgiving meal running 4,500 calories and 229 grams of fat, it can be hard to manage the day when you're watching your weight or counting calories. To make the day healthy, enjoyable, but still indulgent, here are a few tips on creating a Thanksgiving-day Read more