Get Ready to Rock in Our Climbing Community Group!


Updated 09/19/10 4:35 AM · Posted by FitSugar · 0 comments

Rock Climbing Group For Women

The cooler temps of Fall make it a perfect time to take advantage of the outdoors! Are you a climber, hiker, or camper? Do you have any pics or stories that you'd like to share about a trip you've taken? If so, get on over to the Women That Rock (Climb) group and start posting. I don't know about you, but there's nothing more inspiring for me than seeing other people's photos of a day spent Read more

Join the FitSugar Women That Rock (Climb) Group


Updated 11/09/09 5:48 AM · Posted by FitSugar · 6 comments

Join the FitSugar Women That Rock (Climb) Group

Are you looking for a place to talk to other women who climb or who are involved in mountaineering sports? Are you thinking about giving climbing a try and want to learn more about the sport? Even if you just like hanging out at an indoor climbing gym, FitSugar has created a group just for you — Women That Rock (Climb). Swap stories, share advice on training and technique, talk about your Read more

Why Pixar's First Leading Lady Merida Is the Bravest Princess of Them All


Updated 04/25/12 2:26 PM · Posted by · 1 comment

Brave Interview With Producer Katherine Sarafian

I recently attended a Pixar event at the animation film company's HQ for its upcoming Summer flick Brave. I was able to watch the first 30 minutes of the film, interview the director Mark Andrews and producer Katherine Sarafian, learn all about Scottish traditions, and even channel my inner Merida with archery lessons. Not only am I hooked on archery (pretty proud of my bull's-eye), I'm also Read more

Lea Michele Covers Women's Health: "I'm the Only Girl in My High School Class Not to Get a Nose Job"


Updated 10/14/11 11:50 AM · Posted by FitSugar · 7 comments

Lea Michele Covers Women's Health: Being Vegan, Rock Climbing, and Nose Jobs

If you're like me then you can't wait to tune in to tomorrow's episode of Glee, "Theatricality," to see Rachel (played by Lea Michele) do her best Gaga impersonation. In real life, Lea looks amazing on the June 2010 cover of Women's Health — she even goes indoor rock climbing during her interview! Inside, Lea opens up about her career, family, and what it's like to be a part of such a widely Read more

Alessandra Ambrosio's Secret to a Feel-Good Pregnancy: Staying Fit


Updated 03/28/12 3:50 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

Prenatal Fitness Tips For First, Second, Third Trimesters

Victoria's Secret model Alessandra Ambrosio is loving the third trimester of her second pregnancy and has no complaints. Without experiencing the usual discomforts of pregnancy, she told People magazine, "I feel really good. I love this pregnancy. It's been really easy. I haven't gotten really nauseous or anything." The VS Angel's secret to feeling great is keeping up with her fitness routine. Read more

Chris Evans Flirts and Flexes His Super Sexy Muscles During a Shirtless Photo Shoot


Updated 02/03/12 8:26 AM · Posted by · 2 comments

Chris Evans Shirtless Pictures at Details Shoot

Chris Evans went shirtless on the set of a Details photo shoot at Vasquez Rocks Park outside of Los Angeles yesterday. His muscles were on display as he climbed a rock for the cameras, and he later flexed his flirting skills for another setup. Chris was seen hugging, kissing, and playing around between snaps with multiple women, who were apparently working on the shoot. The sexy spread is just Read more

Holiday Gift Guide: Gifts For the Outdoor Enthusiast


Updated 01/27/12 2:57 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

Best Gifts For Outdoorsy Women Who Camp, Hike, Rock Climb

Your nature-loving friends may spend every weekend camping, hitting the slopes, or ascending mountains, but that doesn't mean they don't need any stylish gifts to help them enjoy the outdoors. If you have a camper, hiker, or climber in your life, we've got the perfect gift for you to give. Whether it's hitting the trail, sleeping under the stars, or being the MacGyver of the wilderness, any of Read more

A Reader's Tips on How to Think and Feel Young


Updated 10/13/11 1:10 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

5 Ways to Feel Young Again

FitSugar reader YogaGirlAli has some advice for you: it's time to make like a kid again. She shared her advice on how to be active, creative, and healthy in your everyday life in our Women Who Rock (Climb) group. Dance around your room for the length of an entire song. Kids like to dance! Drop everything and just dance for a few minutes out of your day! Don't raise your hand. Just start Read more

Were You a Sporty Kid?


Updated 05/21/11 9:11 AM · Posted by · 11 comments

Were You an Athletic Kid?

In yoga class this weekend, my friends reminisced about what sporty kids they once were. From soccer to track and field, all of these active women were once active youngsters. On the opposite side of the coin was me — while I was as active as the next kid when it came to running around outside, I never got involved in sports, and I never wanted to. Now as an adult, I love to bike and practice Read more

The Ultimate Date: Indoor Rock Climbing


Updated 10/14/11 11:49 AM · Posted by · 11 comments

Rock Climbing Makes a Great Date

Women That Rock (Climb) community members Spacekatgal and her husband Spacekatdude give you their take on why indoor rock climbing makes a perfect fitness-inspired date. Spacekatdude and I are married, so we're always looking for fun new things to do. Recently, we decided to give indoor rock climbing a shot! We totally loved it! We wanted to post a bit about it for newbies. We each signed up Read more