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Your Favorite Olympic Moment of 2008
It may not be quite as exciting as winning eight gold medals, but Michael Phelps has won again — in FitSugar's best Olympic moment of 2008 poll. Though he was bested in the favorite Olympian poll by Shawn Johnson, his record-breaking moment garnered 40 percent of your votes, and the thrill of his victory was also the favorite of CitizenSugar readers.
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Favorite Gear of the Year: lululemon
When it comes to workout gear we all have our faves; though I suspect we are all a little more flexible about clothes than we are sneakers. This year Nike and lululemon were neck and neck, so I called it for lululemon.
I really like Nike's gear, but there's something about lululemon that just feels so right.
My Top 10 Favorite Food Breakdowns
If you're trying to lose weight or maintain your current weight, watching your calorie intake is a must. It's tough, though, to know how many calories are in our favorite foods, and which ones are healthier choices. So check out my favorite food breakdowns of 2008 to help you make informed decisions when it comes to food.
Best Exercises: To Strengthen and Tone
Last year I told you about some great exercises you can do to strengthen and tone your muscles using resistance bands and dumbbells. Check out my top six favorite moves that target your arms, upper back, quads, and glutes.
Dumbbell Squats
Knee Lift With Reverse Row
Balancing Shoulder Press
Resistance Band Hammer Curls
Bridge Booty With Resistance Band
Push-Up With Resistance Band
These exercises together make a nice full body workout.
David Beckham Is the Fittest of Them All
Up against some fierce competitors, David Beckham took the title of fittest male celebrity in 2008 with a generous lead, for the second year in a row! He was the only professional athlete included among the choices, but I felt his undeniable celebrity status and gig as a hot underwear model earned him a place in the poll.
Marathon runner Ryan Reynolds and triathlete Matthew McConaughey tied for second place, while buff 007 star Daniel Craig followed closely in third.
Favorite Form of Cardio: Running
Doing cardio is something I've grown to love and crave. Running is my favorite way to get my heart rate up because it's practically free, you can do it anywhere, my buddies can join me, and it burns major calories. I also love that it gives me time to be alone to think.
6 of My Favorite Yoga Poses of 2008
I'm a big fan of yoga and every week, I bring you a new yoga pose to try. If one of your New Year's resolutions is to try this centering, calming, and toning form of exercise, here are six of my favorite poses you can try. Some are easy and relaxing, while others are challenging and require strength and balance.
In Case You Missed It: Healthy Recipes
Eating healthy doesn't just have to be about carrot sticks and granola bars. There are so many recipes out there that taste decadent and rich that you won't even realize what you're enjoying is good for you. So put down those boring rice cakes and give these recipes a try.
In Case You Missed It: 7 Dynamic Yoga Sequences
Yoga poses are great to do individually, but when you link them together, you create a fluid dance-like sequence that strengthens your body and energizes your mind. In case you missed them the first time around, here's a collection of my favorite yoga sequences.
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Your Favorite Gym in 2008
The results are in for this year's Favorite Gym, and the winner, with nearly 20 percent of the vote, is the good ol' YMCA!
The recession-friendly gym narrowly bested both the ultraposh Equinox chain and last year's winner, 24 Hour Fitness. Congrats to the Y for being FitSugar readers' fave in '08.
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