5 Tips to Build a Better Bridge Pose


Updated 03/20/12 5:20 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

How to Do Bridge Pose in Yoga

If you're looking for a gentler inversion alternative than Wheel Pose, Bridge (Sanskrit name: Setu Bandha Sarvangasana) should be your go-to. While my favorite — and least favorite! — poses are constantly evolving, I have always been partial to this beautiful heart-opening pose. The reason? Although it's very active and energizing, there's also something relaxing and calming about Bridge. Read more

Dumbass of the Day


Updated 04/28/09 11:02 AM · Posted by TresSugar · 10 comments

Pretending to Fall Off Bridge, Man Actually Falls

A Bloomington, MN, man is in stable condition in spite of falling off a bridge while pretending to fall. That's right: a 23-year-old man, after some drinking (surprise, surprise!), asked his friend to pull over to the emergency lane of a bridge over the Minnesota River so he could urinate. He climbed over the ledge, looked over at his friend, and — while pretending to fall — actually fell. Read more

Get on the Ball: Straight Leg Bridge With Ball


Updated 05/18/10 5:58 AM · Posted by FitSugar · 4 comments

Get on the Ball: Straight Leg Bridge With Ball

I love using my exercise ball for strength training and stretching. There are so many ways you can take an exercise to a new level by using an exercise ball. This move targets your back side and is similar to the Lying Hamstring Curl, and might be a bit easier to manage if you are new to working with an exercise ball. Lie flat on your back and place the ball under your heels, with your knees Read more

Move It: Full Sit Up with Bridge


Updated 02/07/10 6:53 PM · Posted by FitSugar · 7 comments

Move It: Full Sit Up with Bridge

In a recent poll, I asked you all if your summer fitness goal is to have flat abs or a toned tush. Now, while the majority voted for flat abs I thought I'd share this exercise with you all that works both areas of concern. It's a full sit-up/bridge combo and it works your backs side and your torso splendidly. Start with a basic bridge. On an exhale, push your pelvis up. Keep your back straight Read more

Take It to the Gym: Printable Booty Workout


Updated 07/07/07 3:11 PM · Posted by FitSugar · 4 comments

Take It to the Gym: Printable Booty Workout

Working the booty is always a great thing to do, plus it is great prep for the upcoming swimsuit season. Watch the video first then you can print out this printer friendly version to take with you to the gym. Kicks (10 reps each leg) Do's and Don'ts Keep elbows directly under your knees Start with your toes on the ground and your foot flexed Do not allow your back to arch, just use the glute Read more

4 minute Booty Workout Video


Updated 01/08/08 9:53 PM · Posted by FitSugar · 20 comments

4 minute Booty Workout Video

Springtime is upon us and so are mini skirts and hot pants. Swimsuit season is just around the corner, so it is time to start toning the booty area. For me, a toned backside is really great for all season, but soon we will be showing more of it so let's get down to business. Here is a 4 minute exercise video for you to try. I will have the printable gym version ready for you all tomorrow, Read more

It Is Thigh Time: Bridge With Pillow Squeeze


Updated 01/19/10 2:53 PM · Posted by FitSugar · 0 comments

It Is Thigh Time: Bridge With Pillow Squeeze

Here is another IT IS THIGH TIME exercise video. To slim down muscular thighs you need to strengthen the hamstrings and glutes to balance out the overworking quads and IT band. What is great about this exercise is that you can do it anywhere. You just need a pillow (a ball or towel) to place between your knees. Let me know how it goes by commenting below. Keep a look out for more exercise Read more

Let Pilates Move You: Bridge with a Kick


Updated 11/14/06 2:13 PM · Posted by FitSugar · 1 comment

Let Pilates Move You: Bridge with a Kick

This Pilates move will work your backside, toning your hamstrings and glutes. Lie on your back with your arms resting by your sides and your knees bent and heels in line with your sits bones (yep, those bones that you feel on your bottom when you're sitting). Using your legs press your pelvis up into a bridge. But go only as far as you can so you still see your knees - so not as far up as the Read more

Geek Shot: A Photography Landmark


Updated 05/27/12 9:30 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Golden Gate Bridge 75th Anniversary Picture

Said to be the most photographed bridge in the world, San Francisco's Golden Gate Bridge celebrates its 75th anniversary today. A technological feat of its day when it was completed in 1937, the bridge is a photographer's muse, both on sunny days and foggy ones, with its iconic international orange color and 746-foot art deco towers. Have you visited the bridge? Share your perspective of the Read more