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We could all benefit from stronger quads and more open hips, so let's spend a little time with this basic yet challenging pose called Warrior 2. It will also strengthen your upper body and core because when you're in this pose, you really have to concentrate on elongating your spine and drawing your belly in. This is one of my favorite poses because it makes me feel powerful, grounded, and Read more
Doing yoga poses with a friend is not only fun and a great way to encourage each other to be healthy, but it helps you get a deeper stretch than you could ever get on your own. This partner yoga pose called Double Warrior 2 doesn't look like much in the picture, but give it a try it to see how amazing it feels. Want to see how to get into it? Then read more Read more
5 things that affect the number on the scale. Gwen Stefani is one healthy Diva. If we all used her "rider" as our shopping list, we would be eating super healthy. Concerned with getting bikini ready? Check out how the celebs prepare for swimsuit season. Curious to test your nutritional knowledge about restaurant menu items? Here are some quizzes on popular dining spots. I want to know if you Read more
You can't go to a yoga class and NOT do this pose. It's called Warrior 2 and it's great for opening tight hips and shoulders and strengthening quads, calves, and shins. It also works your core muscles, because when you're in this pose, you really have to concentrate on elongating your spine and drawing your belly in. You can get into this pose from Downward Facing Dog. Step your right foot Read more
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We are pumped to share one of our favorite stories from Self here on FitSugar! Can't get through your morning without your daily java fix? You're not alone. According to a survey conducted by the National Coffee Association, Americans spend an average of $164.71 on coffee per year. That's almost enough for a monthly car payment or a couple of weeks worth of groceries! Want to wean yourself off Read more
Is The Hunger Games the new Twilight? If the new crop of nominees for the MTV Movie Awards are any indication, we might be in for a regime change. Along with Bridesmaids, The Hunger Games is leading the pack, including nods for male and female performance and movie of the year. Of course the real question will be whether or not Jennifer Lawrence and Josh Hutcherson can take down Robert Pattinson Read more
If you're feeling tight in the hips or side body, Triangle Pose (Utthita Trikonasana) should be your go-to pose. It's part of the primary series in ashtanga, and I always relish the moment when I know it's coming up in the sequence: it's perfect for giving much-needed love to muscle groups that tend to get overlooked. If you want to take this pose to the next level in your practice, here are four Read more
The Oscar nominations were announced this morning, and now that we've had time to digest the news, we have a few reactions to share. From the positive and excited to the slightly disappointed, check out our thoughts on the 2012 Academy Award nominations, and be sure to share yours too. It's rare for a comedy to be able to compete with all of the heavy dramas of award season, especially an Read more
