Hit the Hay: Cobra


Updated 08/08/09 4:47 AM · Posted by FitSugar · 2 comments

Hit the Hay: Cobra

Stretching in bed relaxes your body before going to sleep, and it can also be a great way to gently wake up in the morning. This gentle stretch will lengthen the muscles in your abs, chest, and neck, and it'll also increase flexibility in your spine. To find out how to do this stretch, hop in bed and read more Read more

6 Things About COBRA Under the New Stimulus


Updated 03/02/09 9:17 PM · Posted by SavvySugar · 6 comments

COBRA Changes Under Stimulus Bill

As if having to search for a new job after a layoff isn't enough stress, jobless workers must consider how they'll get health care coverage without their old employers' plans. COBRA, short for the Consolidated Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act passed by Congress in 1986, requires most group health care plans to provide a temporary continuation of coverage that an employee would typically lose Read more

You Asked: How Can I Do the Wheel Pose?


Updated 02/20/08 11:47 AM · Posted by FitSugar · 3 comments

How To Do The Wheel Pose in Yoga

You're asking and I'm answering . . . "Hi Fit!! I'm taking a yoga class at the university gym. Once every class, the teacher will ask us to do the wheel and everybody either can or can't do it. I can't but would love to learn how. How can I build up to be able to do the wheel? Thanks!!" - Tiny Bubble Read more

Yoga Video: Vinyasa to Cobra


Updated 09/19/07 7:45 PM · Posted by FitSugar · 0 comments

When it comes to yoga, I'm a huge fan of the kinds that use vinyasas, like Ashtanga and Jivamukti, since the vinyasa keeps you moving. Vinyasas are movement transitions that link poses together making your practice like a continuous fluid dance. I've already shown you how to do a vinyasa between seated postures. Now here's a video to show you how to do a vinyasa to get from a standing pose Read more

Strike a Yoga Pose: Cobra


Updated 05/21/12 10:12 AM · Posted by FitSugar · 3 comments

Strike a Yoga Pose:  Cobra

Some yoga poses require a ton of strength such as Crow, and other poses involve balance such as Standing Hand to Big Toe. Then there are those poses that are all about relaxing and gently stretching your muscles. Cobra is one of those poses that's all about feeling good and breathing. As you increase flexibility in your spine, you are also opening your shoulders and chest (heart), which makes Read more

What to TiVo: Saturday


Updated 02/04/12 12:00 AM · Posted by BuzzSugar · 0 comments

What's on TV For Saturday, February 4, 2012

8:00 Transformers 8:00 2 Broke Girls (repeat) 8:30 Rob (repeat) 9:00 Criminal Minds (repeat) 10:00 48 Hours Mystery (new) 8:00 Cops (new) 8:30 Cops (new) 9:00 The Finder (repeat) 11:00 Alcatraz (repeat) 8:00 Harry's Law (repeat) 9:00 NFL Honors: From Indianapolis (live) 11:30 Saturday Night Live (new, with guests Channing Tatum and Bon Iver) More shows to watch when you read more. Read more

Protect Yourself! 8 Important Labor Laws to Know


Updated 12/14/11 1:44 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

Breaking Labor Laws

Recently, a SavvySugar Community member talked about the possibility of her boss breaking a labor law. It's important to know what laws are to protect yourself as an employee. Here are some of the top legal rights you are entitled to as a worker: Family and medical leave: This law requires some employers with 50 or more employees to give 12 weeks of unpaid, job-protected sick leave for reasons Read more

90210 "Benefit of the Doubt": Most Scandalous Moments


Updated 10/19/11 7:50 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

90210 "Benefit of the Doubt" Recap

Life has a funny way of working itself out for the 90210 kids, who seem to fall face first into money and fame. Between Liam landing a modeling gig without so much as trying, and Dixon magically booking a guest spot on Billy Bush's radio shows, it was just another typical week in Beverly Hills. Even the blacklisted Adrianna found herself back in the limelight after a long hiatus from performing. Read more

10 Money Moves to Make Before You Freelance


Updated 10/13/11 12:20 AM · Posted by Bundle · 0 comments

Personal Finance Tips For Freelancers

We're thrilled to present this smart Bundle story here on Savvy! Freelancing can be an exciting and rewarding path for many people. You get to call the shots — accept or decline assignments, enjoy greater degree of flexibility in your schedule, and develop diversified streams of income. But there are also many things that freelancers have to worry about: health insurance, invoicing, saving for Read more

Healthy Ways to Take Advantage of a Leisurely Weekend Morning


Updated 05/13/11 6:15 PM · Posted by FitSugar · 0 comments

Healthy Things to Do on the Weekend

Ah, the weekend. If you're used to a hectic work week, Saturday and Sunday mornings are the best time to spend some time doing the things you weren't able to get to during the rest of the week.While weekends are good for long workouts, they also can be great for doing things that don't even require you to lace up your running shoes. Here are some healthy things to you can do when you are getting Read more