5 Things You Didn't Know About Bob Harper


Updated 01/28/10 7:29 PM · Posted by FitSugar · 5 comments

5 Things You Didn't Know About Bob Harper

I recently was able to join a couple of bloggers on a three-way phone chat with Bob Harper, one of the trainers on The Biggest Loser. While the interview's focus was on tips for meeting our fitness and weight loss goals for 2010, I found out a few things about Bob that I wanted to share with you all. Before working on The Biggest Loser, Bob had never worked with obese clients. He explains that Read more

Subway Fresh Fit Sweepstakes


Updated 05/01/07 11:36 AM · Posted by FitSugar · 0 comments

Subway Fresh Fit Sweepstakes

Want to win a trip to train with Bob Harper from NBC's The Biggest Loser? If so, then you should enter the Subway Fresh Fit Sweepstakes. All participants of the contest are automatically eligible to win one of two grand prizes that include a trip to Los Angeles for two people to train with PUSH.tv celebrity personal trainers, Bob Harper (who I love, by the way) or with Jessica Smith, nationally Read more

What Do You Think About: Naked Gyms?


Updated 05/31/11 5:28 PM · Posted by FitSugar · 26 comments

What Do You Think About:  Naked Gyms?

Okay, now I've heard of Naked Yoga, but a Naked Gym? Now that's news to me. Well, in the Netherlands, the gym called Fitworld welcomed nudists to come to "Naked Sunday," where they could pedal, run and lift wearing only their birthday suits. During the rest of the week, patrons would continue their clothed workout. Now, we all know the Netherlands has a reputation for its relaxed sexual Read more

Countdown to the Oscars: Get Fit with Ellen and Bob


Updated 02/24/07 5:15 PM · Posted by FitSugar · 1 comment

Countdown to the Oscars: Get Fit with Ellen and Bob

On day 12 of my Countdown to The Oscars with Ellen and Bob, Bob is telling us about the importance of stretching post workout and he shows us some great ways to stretch. Not only is stretching good for your muscles, but it also is a great way to get the endorphins moving making you feel even better after all of your hard work. That was the last workout guys because...The Oscars are coming, The Read more

Countdown to the Oscars: Get Fit with Ellen and Bob


Updated 02/19/07 4:45 PM · Posted by FitSugar · 0 comments

Countdown to the Oscars: Get Fit with Ellen and Bob

On day seven of FitSugar's Countdown to The Oscars with Ellen and Bob, Bob shows us cardio intervals so your body does not get used to your regular cardio routine. As always, Bob says to stay relaxed. I really love the idea of finishing with the squats on the TreadMill, it's just another great way to keep your heart rate up to burn those extra calories. We're more than halfway through my Read more

Countdown to the Oscars: Get Fit with Ellen and Bob


Updated 02/18/07 11:40 AM · Posted by FitSugar · 1 comment

On day 6 of our Countdown to The Oscars with Ellen and Bob, Bob teaches us push-up mountain climbers. Try to do them for 45 seconds and if it seems too hard, then drop down onto your knees while doing them. We are halfway through our Countdown to The Oscars with Ellen and Bob Harper. Check in tomorrow for day seven. Missed the other workouts, no worries, visit my other Countdown to The Oscars Read more

Countdown to the Oscars: Get Fit with Ellen and Bob


Updated 02/18/07 1:10 AM · Posted by FitSugar · 2 comments

Countdown to the Oscars: Get Fit with Ellen and Bob

On day five of FitSugar's Countdown to the Oscars with Ellen and Bob, Bob shows us how to work our abs and core. You are going to need a light dumbbell (though you can do without it) and a physio ball. Definitely try the balance exercise at the end because it is WAY harder than it looks! Tomorrow is day six! Missed the previous days? Then check out all the Countdown to The Oscars posts this far. Read more

Countdown to the Oscars: Get Fit with Ellen and Bob


Updated 12/12/07 9:40 AM · Posted by FitSugar · 2 comments

Countdown to the Oscars: Get Fit with Ellen and Bob

On day four of FitSugar's Countdown to The Oscars with Ellen and Bob, Bob shows us a great exercise that combines working upper and lower body (great because working both burns more calories quicker). The overhead press with squat is especially tough if you try balancing on one leg. Feel the burn guys! You're doing great so come back tomorrow to learn more and if you've missed any of the Read more

Countdown to the Oscars: Get Fit with Ellen and Bob


Updated 02/15/07 3:30 PM · Posted by FitSugar · 0 comments

Countdown to the Oscars: Get Fit with Ellen and Bob

On day three of FitSugar's Countdown to The Oscars with Ellen and Bob Harper, Bob shows us how to walk the plank. Remember to relax your neck as much as you possibly can while doing plank exercises. Come back tomorrow for day four of my Countdown to The Oscars with Ellen and trainer Bob Harper. Missed the other workouts? They are under Countdown to The Oscars in my "editor's picks" in the upper Read more

Countdown to the Oscars: Get Fit with Ellen and Bob


Updated 02/14/07 3:30 PM · Posted by FitSugar · 0 comments

Countdown to the Oscars: Get Fit with Ellen and Bob

Today is day two of my Countdown to The Oscars. Today Ellen and Bob Harper do some physio ball core exercises. These are great ways to work your core but you will be needing a physio ball for this video. Remember, just like Bob says, do each exercise for 45 seconds. Come back tomorrow for day three of FitSugar's Countdown to The Oscars with Ellen and trainer Bob Harper. You can always go back Read more