Hit the Hay and Stretch


Updated 03/01/12 7:01 AM · Posted by FitSugar · 1 comment

Stretches to Do in Bed

Stretching in bed relaxes your body before going to sleep, and it can also be a great way to gently wake you up in the morning. Here are seven stretches you can do in your pajamas. Do all seven if you have time, or just pick a few. They can relieve stress after a busy day, or give your brain some calm time before you have to get up and hit the ground running. Read more

5 Good Morning Stretches


Updated 03/13/12 10:33 AM · Posted by FitSugar · 1 comment

5 Stretches to Do in the Morning

Instead of hitting the snooze button in the morning, I take the extra 10 minutes to stretch. It's a great way to get the juices going in the morning and ease away any stress or tension from the previous day's activity or a funky sleeping position. Since stretching before breaking a sweat is debatable, I keep my morning stretches simple — I don't even have to leave the bed to do them! Try this Read more

What to Expect (Beauty-Wise) When You're Expecting


Updated 05/23/12 4:31 PM · Posted by · 1 comment

What Beauty Is Safe and Unsafe For Pregnant Women

Moms-to-be, we salute you. Perhaps your body is changing, and you're not quite sure if your favorite beauty treatments are allowed. In honor of today's release of What to Expect When You're Expecting, we reached out to Dr. Lindsay Cruel, OB/GYN (also known as my dad) to debunk any pregnancy beauty myths. Find out your prenatal dos and don'ts when you read more. Read more

Molly Sims on the Most Surprising Thing About Pregnancy, Her Glam Maternity Style, and More


Updated 05/11/12 9:53 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Molly Sims Interview About Pregnancy

She may be 34 weeks pregnant, but that didn't stop mom-to-be Molly Sims from squeezing time into her hectic schedule to chat with us. In addition to her acting and modeling work, Molly was recently named the Global Ambassador for Population Service International (PSI)'s child survival program, Five & Alive, and she's counting down the weeks until the birth of her baby boy. LilSugar: Read more

For Better Sleep, Do These 3 Things 20 Minutes Before Bed


Updated 05/10/12 5:05 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

What to Do Before Bed to Sleep Better

We spend about a third of our lives in slumberland, but many people complain of not sleeping well. If you have a tough time falling asleep or you toss and turn in the middle of the night, try exercising during the day and limiting alcohol and caffeine a few hours before bedtime. But if you are doing this already and still have troubles, here are three things to do immediately before hitting the Read more

Prego and on the Run: Round Ligament Pain


Updated 04/13/12 7:15 PM · Posted by FitSugar · 1 comment

Prego and on the Run: Round Ligament Pain

If you used to run regularly before there was a little bundle of joy growing inside you, doctors think it's safe to continue with your running routine while pregnant. You should def get the OK from your OB though, and once you do, you may find it helps with some common pregnancy symptoms such as constipation, leg cramps, lower back pain, and fatigue. Yeah, being with child is fun! Running with a Read more

7 Ways to Ease Muscle Soreness After a Workout


Updated 03/22/12 10:05 AM · Posted by · 1 comment

Sore Muscles After a Workout

Whether you ran too hard, tried out your first TRX class, or woke up feeling unusually achy after a gym session, muscle soreness after working out is commonplace. While sore muscles are a sign that you're challenging your body, they can also put a damper on fitness goals. Here are seven ways to treat and prevent everyday soreness associated with working out. Massage: If you're looking to relax Read more

Three Unique Alternatives For Decorating Above the Bed


Updated 03/14/12 4:49 PM · Posted by · 6 comments

How to Decorate Above Your Bed in Earthquake Zones

I'm often momentarily swayed by a gorgeous photo of a large-scale painting above a bed, or a series of framed black-and-white photographs. Then I remember that I live in earthquake country. And even if I didn't, I wouldn't want a hard, heavy object directly over my bed. Even the best hanging devices occasionally break, and getting hit upside the head with a pointy, acrylic-on-wood artwork isn't a Read more

5 Habits of the Always-Fit


Updated 03/13/12 9:25 AM · Posted by · 2 comments

Healthy Living Habits You Should Know

Some people make it look so easy — they bounce out of bed in the morning, sprinkle their Greek yogurt with berries, and hop outside for their daily run. A green smoothie and a few post-workout stretches later, they're well on their way to having yet another healthy day. For others, sticking with a healthy lifestyle isn't always so simple. Staying fit and healthy can be a struggle, since Read more

No Mat Needed: Relaxing Yoga Poses You Can Do in Bed


Updated 03/07/12 11:47 AM · Posted by · 1 comment

Yoga Poses You Can Do in Bed

Yoga is a natural way to settle your mind and body, while reducing stress and muscular tension, all of which inspire a more restful night's sleep. So leave your mat rolled up in your yoga bag and hop in bed instead! Follow this 10-pose sequence from start to finish, or pick and choose the poses your body needs. Be sure to move pillows and bulky comforters out of the way so you have a flat, safe, Read more