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Updated 12/23/09 9:00 AM · Posted by FitSugar · 0 comments

Top Fitness and Health Questions and Concerns

One of the best things about FitSugar is you, our active community. We love it when you share with us! And whether it be an inspiring story, health advice, or your take on a new fitness class, keep those comments coming! This year, we asked you to chime in on a lot of questions — "How do you relax after a workout?" and "What food do you insist be organic?" were just a few. Here's some of the Read more

Tips For Springtime Running in the Rain


Updated 04/21/12 9:10 PM · Posted by · 1 comment

Spring Rain Running Tips

Spring has sprung and that means moving off the treadmill and into the great outdoors. But since Spring often equals rain showers, an outdoor run could be nearly thwarted by weather. Don't be afraid of the rain — with a few simple adjustments to your normal routine you'll be on your way to a great run, elements and all. Do not wear cotton. While comfortable, cotton shirts, shorts, socks, Read more

Nip Slips and Other Things That Can Ruin a Yoga Class


Updated 04/13/12 7:57 AM · Posted by · 1 comment

How to Have a Good Yoga Class

Just as you can have a bad day at the gym, you can also have a rotten time at the yoga studio. To make sure you always have an awesome experience on your mat, make sure to avoid the following mistakes in your next class. Excuse me, I think your boob fell out of your shirt: No one is paying much attention to your outfit, but it will cause a scene if a too-loose shirt causes a bit of indecent Read more

Hunger Games Set Decorator Larry Dias Shares Stories and Decor Details From the Film


Updated 04/13/12 12:31 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

Hunger Games Set Design Pictures and Interview

Watching The Hunger Games at a press preview, both Angela and I were scrambling to jot down notes on the fantastic set design showcased in the film. Now, we have the answers to all of our set design questions. Set decorator for The Hunger Games Larry Dias was integral in making the film come to life, from the Appalachia-inspired homes seen in District 12 to the opulent palace of President Snow. Read more

Check Out the Best Pieces From Anthropologie's New Designer Capsule Collections


Updated 04/04/12 6:54 PM · Posted by · 2 comments

Anthropologie Capsule Collections

Starting tomorrow, Anthropologie will be launching an exclusive new collaboration series, called Made in Kind, highlighting collections by established and up-and-coming designers like Karen Walker, John Patrick, and Samantha Pleet. Priced from $84 to $470, the collections vary from ladylike polished looks to bright artsy-inspired printed dresses and tops. "The materials are meant to speak to you Read more

Why Your Career Could Be Stopping You From Finding Love


Updated 03/30/12 11:14 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Relationship Advice For Working Women

For us modern women, it's hard to believe that only a few decades ago, women struggled for equality in the workplace, and it was common for women to marry young and become stay-at-home mothers. However, in today's society, women are often placing their careers first and finding it hard to find lasting relationships. If you think your career is what makes you a catch, think again! We recently Read more

10 Great Things You’re Already Doing With Your Money


Updated 03/30/12 12:20 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Good Personal Finance Habits

You know you rock at managing your money. LearnVest tells you what you're doing right. We know, we know — at LearnVest, we tell you a lot of things you should do, like: Save for retirement Pay off any debt you have Reevaluate your budget (because you already have a budget, right?) Stress out about all the aforementioned to-dos We tell you because they’re all good for you, financially Read more

Slaw and Order: How to Use Up a Jar of Kimchi


Updated 05/15/12 12:55 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

Other Uses For Kimchi in Cooking

So you took the plunge and bought a jar of kimchi. It has paired nicely as a side dish beside rice and delicious Korean barbecue, but now that the honeymoon period is over, you're looking for what's next. While the pungent fermented cabbage will last several weeks tightly sealed in the fridge, it will eventually expire, and boy, you don't want to be around when it does! If you're in a pickle Read more

Event Guru Jung Lee Shares Secrets For Creating Killer Atmosphere


Updated 03/19/12 4:27 PM · Posted by · 8 comments

DIY Wedding Decorating Tips

You may have caught a glimpse of Jung Lee's breathtaking work in our slideshow featuring her most memorable tablescapes. Since launching her event-production company Fête in 2002, Jung has starred on her own television show Wedded to Perfection and authored Fête: The Wedding Experience, which focuses on a modern approach to tackling events and includes stunning imagery from her portfolio of Read more

Rainbow Cuisine: A South African Primer


Updated 03/13/12 6:55 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

South African Food

The cuisine that hails from South Africa is just as complex and multicultural as the country itself. Known as "rainbow cuisine," indigenous cookery and food from the many settlers in the country make up the broad spectrum of South African dishes. There are influences from as far as Malaysia to the Netherlands, and all come together to form a rich cuisine that is deeply loved. Generally speaking, Read more