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5 Shorts For Your Summer Workouts

Leta Shy — Thu, 24 May 2012 03:07:42 PDT

Bring on the sweat! As the temps rise, you need clothing that keeps you cool while you exercise outdoors. Here are five types of shorts to complete your warm-weather workout outfit. Just pair with these lightweight tank tops and hit the road!

Work Out in Comfort With These Maternity Activewear Picks!

Zelana Montminy — Tue, 22 May 2012 10:52:41 PDT

Since working out with a bun in the oven can be challenging for a wide variety of reasons, it's important that your workout clothes are comfy. We've done the leg work for you and tested a handful of pieces of maternity fitness gear, both tops and bottoms. Watch the video and learn what our FitSugarTV host Zelana, pregnant herself, has to say about these five activewear picks.

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Bright, Lightweight Tanks to Beat the Summer Heat

Leta Shy — Tue, 22 May 2012 03:07:27 PDT

Sizzling Summer heat may be nice when you're poolside, but going for a run in blazing temps is a whole other story. Beat the heat and stay cool with these stylish, bright tank top finds.

Fit For May: Must Haves

Jenny Sugar — Wed, 09 May 2012 11:46:42 PDT

Spring is in full effect and we're definitely taking advantage. We've been hiking, swimming, and basically doing any other outdoor fitness activity you can throw at us. From the latest swimsuits to a water bottle that also doubles as a wine pack, check out which products have us excited to celebrate this string of warm weather!

Affordable Fitness Tops to Stock Your Wardrobe

Leta Shy — Thu, 03 May 2012 08:55:27 PDT

When stocking my workout wardrobe, I'm all about splurging when it's worth the money - like on high-performance running capris and sports bras that are made to support and hold. But when it comes to fitness tops, I stick to light, breathable, and, most importantly, inexpensive tops that are affordable enough to buy by the multiples. Luckily, there's no end to options that fit, flatter, and work for your workout without having to spend too much. Read on for some inexpensive fitness top options.

Lightweight Jackets For Spring Running

Leta Shy — Thu, 26 Apr 2012 13:30:52 PDT

Springtime running can be perfect - the weather's not too hot, the air is fresh, and the scenery is amazing. But sometimes the elements can get the best of us. That's where lightweight, weather-resistant running jackets come in. Breezy enough to not weigh you down (and help keep you sweat-free) but tough enough to withstand wind and rain, here are a few of our favorite lightweight running jackets.

Clockwise from top left: Lululemon Athletica Run: Wild Jacket ($138); Adidas by Stella McCartney Run Jacket ($180); Asics Spry Jacket ($70); Saucony TF Wind Jacket ($80); Mizuno Cabrakan Jacket ($75); Nike Vapor Jacket ($115).

5 Fitness Essentials You Need This Spring

Zelana Montminy — Tue, 24 Apr 2012 11:34:38 PDT

Warmer, Spring weather is beginning to blow in so psych yourself up for the changing season with some new gear! Here are five fitness essentials sure to put a spring in your step as you take advantage of the longer days and higher temps.

Don't Skimp on the Cost of These Basics

Leta Shy — Mon, 23 Apr 2012 03:06:20 PDT

When it comes to your exercise clothes, there are ways to splurge and ways to save. But even if you don't have unlimited funds to spend on an outfit you just use to sweat in, spend wisely and strategically by at least investing extra money in these three pieces.

Your sports bra: Besides the discomfort of having a bra that doesn't fit or support you, regularly exercising in the wrong sports bra can lead to breast damage (they're moving in a figure-eight pattern, after all!), so make sure your bra is getting the job done by finding a brand and style that gives you ample coverage and support, especially during high-impact exercises. Here's how to pick the right sports bra for you, whether you're small-chested or well-endowed.

Your shoes: Your feet are doing a lot of work while you exercise, especially if you run, so make sure you are getting the right pair to support your arches and ankles and giving your toes enough room to move. It's not just about investing in an expensive pair, however: you should buy your shoes based on your exercise - whether it's hiking, running, or a cardio class. For example, while you can run in any kind of shoe, buying a pair that's not made for running can lead to overuse injuries. To start, we've got a video on how to pick the right running shoe for you.

Your pants: It's not that less-expensive pairs of exercise pants are bad - they're cheap and usually fit well, and you can collect a bunch to keep them in rotation. It's just that cheaper pants tend to lose shape, pill, and fade much faster than a better-constructed, more expensive pair. Plus, quality exercise pants tend to have little details, like strategically placed venting or tiny pockets to hold your house keys, which can help your performance while you work out.

Where do you skimp or splurge when it comes to your exercise clothes?

Would You Wear These Fitness Trends?

Leta Shy — Wed, 18 Apr 2012 00:25:56 PDT

Some people view their workout outfits like any other - a way to showcase their style. Other people take a more utilitarian approach to what they wear while sweating it out - as long as it does the job, they don't care what it looks like. No matter what camp you're in, take a look at these latest fitness trends and let us know if you'd wear them or not!

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Celebrate Mother Earth With These 27 Eco-Friendly Fitness Products

FitSugar — Wed, 11 Apr 2012 03:07:39 PDT

April 22 is Earth Day, and to celebrate, we're outfitting ourselves in some of the coolest eco-friendly fitness gear available. There's a lot of love for Mother Earth happening in this slideshow, from shoes made almost entirely of recycled plastic bottles to shirts produced by companies we love for their sustainable business practices. The next time you have to outfit yourself for a jaunt to the gym, make it even more worthwhile by investing in one of these eco-conscious items.