Yoga Secrets From Jennifer Aniston's Guru


Updated 02/10/12 8:35 PM · Posted by FitSugar · 4 comments

Jennifer Aniston's Yoga Workout With Mandy Ingber

Jennifer Aniston may be making her debut as a horrible boss, but she does have one hot body. Her secret? Yoga with Mandy Ingber. Mandy recently schooled us on how to get legs like Jen and the philosophy behind Yogalosophy — DVDs of the yoga workout are available for $15. Watch this video to learn Jen's fave yoga pose, tips for relaxing with your mat, and poses Mandy's celebs try to avoid. Read more

Healthy Dose Link Time: How Yoga Can Improve Your Sex Life


Updated 02/09/12 11:10 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

How Yoga Helps Sex

3 ways yoga can make you better in bed — Mind Body Green Gluten-free recipes good enough to fool the bread-eater — Health Keep your workspace germ free with these 10 tips — HuffPost Healthy Living More on Ioana Spangenberg, the lady with the 20-inch waist — Blisstree 20 celebs criticized for their curves speak out — Shape Is it chocolate that's causing your acne? — Self The secrets Read more

Partner Yoga Poses For Friends and Lovers


Updated 02/08/12 1:45 PM · Posted by FitSugar · 2 comments

Partner Yoga Pose Sequence

This Valentine's Day, forget the chocolate and flowers. Spend some time together connecting with your favorite person by doing some partner yoga. Move through this eight-posture sequence, and not only will you experience a deep stretch in your muscles, but you'll deepen the connection with your loved one as well. Source: AcroYoga and Flickr User lmpicard Read more

Gear Review: Lululemon No Limit Top


Updated 02/09/12 5:11 PM · Posted by · 5 comments

Review of Lululemon No Limit Tank Top

I don't usually get very fancy with my yoga clothes. A fitted tank with a built-in sports bra is my usual go-to top. It keeps my girls covered and in place, and the fitted body stays put when I go upside down. But some days you ate too many cookies you just don't feel like wearing something tight. You could sport a loose shirt but it doesn't offer the most flattering look, and as soon as you Read more

Essential Stretches For Tight Hips


Updated 02/08/12 11:58 AM · Posted by FitSugar · 3 comments

Basic Stretches For Tight Hips

Tight hips seem to be a common problem for almost everybody — from runners to cyclists, from deskbound bloggers to triathletes. Give this area a little extra love with this sequence of nine hip-opening stretches to increase your flexibility, reduce discomfort, and prevent injury. Try the series in the order listed here, or pick your faves to incorporate into your workout routine. Read more

Questions to Ask Yourself Before Buying a Yoga Mat


Updated 02/02/12 2:40 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Things to Consider When Buying a Yoga Mat

Buying a yoga mat is like buying a new pair of running sneakers. It takes careful consideration and research to find the right fit. Since there are hundreds to confuse you choose from, narrow down your search by asking these important questions. How Much Do I Want to Spend? Your budget is a huge factor in the mat you end up with. Do you have the dough to lay down for the priciest one on the Read more

6 Ways to Burn More Calories in Your Yoga Class


Updated 01/30/12 9:55 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

How to Burn More Calories in Yoga Class

Yoga classes aren't meant to be huge calorie-burners — increasing strength and flexibility and acquiring a sense of calmness and bliss, these are more the focus when moving through postures. You still burn calories, though, and with these tips, you can burn more the next time you hop on your mat. Source: Thinkstock Read more

Do You Love or Hate These Popular Yoga Poses?


Updated 02/07/12 2:59 AM · Posted by · 6 comments

Yoga Poses People Love or Hate

Pigeon is easily one of my top 10 favorite yoga poses, but my husband can't stand it — his tight hips scream to get out of pose. Here's a list of challenging yoga poses that people either love or hate. From backbends to inversions, tell us which ones you love, or love to skip. Read more

Get the Bod: Jennifer Aniston's Arms


Updated 01/26/12 9:40 AM · Posted by · 1 comment

Jennifer Aniston's Arm Workout With Mandy Ingber

The secret to Jennifer Aniston's sleek, toned arms, according to her yoga go-to Mandy Ingber, is the Sun Salute. A staple of every yoga class, the Sun Salute stretches and strengthens the shoulders, biceps, and triceps. It's also a great way to warm up before working out. Take a lesson from Mandy and learn the Sun Salute by watching this video. Read more

What Not to Do in Wheel Pose


Updated 01/25/12 1:35 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

Tips For Backbend Wheel Pose

Doing Full Backbend, also known as Wheel pose, isn't exactly on the list of beginner moves. It's demanding both from a flexibility as well as a strength standpoint, so it's best to stick to Half Wheel, Camel, and other easier variations before trying your hand at Full Backbend. When you are ready, here are some things to keep in mind to ensure you're doing this heart-opening pose safely and Read more