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Here are three Winter calorie burners from the OnSugar blog The13thMile: A Half-Marathon Blog. Ice Skating – From a deserted lake in the woods, to the crowds of Central Park, ice skating is available all over the country. Even if you live in sunny Florida, there are indoor ice rinks. Ice skating activates different muscles, including the inner thighs and glutes – two areas that can Read more
Snow and ice can be a serious bummer when it comes to day-to-day activities like driving to work or getting to school. But the fluffy powder and frozen lakes do have one plus — they make for awesome Winter sports like snowboarding and skiing! Before you hit the slopes, ask yourself if you know how many calories snow-friendly activities burn. Not sure? Take my quiz to find out. All calorie Read more
We are pumped to share one of our fave stories from espnW here on FitSugar! By Luke Cyphers Dara Torres once wrote a book called Age Is Just a Number. Nowadays, though, the feel-good story of the 2008 Olympics admits to, well, feeling her age. Torres won two silver medals as a 41-year-old mother and swimmer in Beijing, but she harbors no illusions about repeating the feat four years later. "You Read more
Even though it's been a relatively mild Winter so far, it hasn't been warm enough to hit the playground as frequently as we would like, and the troops are getting restless. It's hard to keep young kids entertained while being confined indoors, but fear not, for we have some fun ideas to keep the entire family from climbing the walls during the Winter chill. Click through to check out these five Read more
As the Winter lingers, keeping your kids holed up inside, chances are they're more than a little ready for some springtime sun. Help them beat the seasonal blues by switching up your family's routine with these 10 fun cabin fever cures: Head to an indoor pool. Part of the problem may be boredom, since your kids are probably sick of their Winter activity standbys. Swap out the typical TV-and-PJs Read more
The last freeze has finally lifted (we hope), which means you'll be making more use of your outdoor gear. It's time to put away your skis and Winter gear, and prepare for Spring and Summer activities. What warm-weather equipment are you taking out of your garage for the approaching months? What warm-weather fitness equipment are you pulling out of your garage? Bicycle Read more
These cold Winter days are perfect for indoor arts and crafts, so try this fun, original decoupage activity with your kids on the next rainy afternoon. Simple and quick, it's an easy way for them to create some new decor while spending some quality time with you. What you'll need: Scissors Decoupage craft glue or diluted white school glue Paintbrush or foam brush Used book pages, sheet music, Read more
Whether you're just traveling one town over or you scheduled a sunny reprieve from your snowy Winter, this long holiday weekend can be a time to rest and relax. But finding time for R&R doesn't mean you have to give up any healthy goals you've made. Here's how to have a healthy getaway this weekend. Pack something fitnessy: You don't have to devote all of your precious suitcase space to Read more
Bring on the snow day! An overnight snow fall may wreak havoc on the morning commute, but it brings out the best in lil ones who can't wait to bundle up and play. Whether racing each other for the fastest run down the local hill or going for a leisurely ride through the neighborhood, kids love sleds. From classic wooden versions to ergonomically designed speed demons, these picks are guaranteed Read more
We are excited to share one of our fave stories from Prevention here on FitSugar! By Cristina Goyanes, Prevention It’s no wonder your friends aren’t available to hang out on Sundays in the Fall and Winter — according to a 2005 Gallup Poll, 64 percent of Americans claim to be professional football fans, and as of 2010, women make up 44 percent of the NFL fan base. Being a sports fan Read more
