Do You Ever Talk on the Phone While Working Out?


Updated 08/05/07 7:18 AM · Posted by FitSugar · 46 comments

Do You Ever Talk on the Phone While Working Out?

I see people talking on their cellphones at the gym all the time. This is something that I could never do for various reasons (coordination issues and falling off the elliptical, personal hygiene, gym etiquette, etc.) but many people clearly do not feel the same. That being said, I am curious about you guys... Source Do You Ever Talk on the Phone While Working Out? Yes! No! Read more

10 Places to Meet Your Future Geeky Boyfriend


Updated 05/02/12 12:44 PM · Posted by GeekSugar · 3 comments

Where to Find Geeky Guys to Date

Here's a question every geeky gal wants answered: "Where can I meet a single geek?" For all the single ladies out there, here are 10 possible places to uncover scores of single geeks. By the way, leave your other tech-related questions on our Facebook page, in the comments, or in our Ask a Geek Girl group. Neighborhood coffee shops — Bring a book or your laptop and hang out at an independent Read more

8 Frugal Summer Vacation Ideas


Updated 04/26/12 12:20 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Affordable Trips to Take

If you're thinking of forgoing your usual Summer travel plans due to high prices, you should consider these frugal trip ideas from Wise Bread. The sky is brighter, the air is warming up, and the layers of clothes are getting peeled off. That can only mean one thing — summer is near. One of the things that I love most about going on vacation is the chance to break out of my everyday routine, Read more

Meeting My Sperm Donor


Updated 04/06/12 10:38 PM · Posted by · 2 comments

Meeting Sperm Donor

We're happy to present this story from one of our favorite sites, The Good Men Project. Ben Sommer, conceived through alternative insemination, is a young man now and tells the story of deciding to meet his donor. I grew up in a middle-class home in Cambridge, Massachusetts, with two loving parents, both of whom are women. My conception was perhaps the most organized and scientific miracle of Read more

Pros and Cons of the Nokia Lumia 900


Updated 04/04/12 2:23 PM · Posted by · 2 comments

Pros and Cons of the Nokia Lumia 900

Yesterday we talked about all the reasons you'll love the Nokia Lumia 900, but the phone itself does have a few drawbacks. Debating on whether or not to pick one up for yourself? Here, four reasons why you might want to skip it and a recap of the five reasons you'll want to buy it. The apps (or lack thereof) — The Windows Marketplace is buzzing with apps, but your favorites, like Spotify and Read more

A Day in the Life of a Celebrity Makeup Artist


Updated 03/20/12 4:45 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

A Day in the Life of Mally Roncal

We are pleased to present the following post, written by our guest writer Mally Roncal! Hi, BellaSugar beauties. For those of you who don't know me, I'm Mally Roncal, celebrity makeup artist and president and creator of Mally Beauty. Like so many of you fierce ladies out there, I am an entrepreneur, a mom (to three beautiful girls), and a beauty addict. While I love getting glammed up for my live Read more

Top 10 Signs It's Time For a New Personal Trainer


Updated 01/28/12 10:18 AM · Posted by · 1 comment

Traits You Don't Want in Personal Trainer

If you're spending $50 or more for a session with a personal trainer, they better be awesome at motivating you to get a great workout and reach your fitness goals. But if they're not helping you hit those goals, here are some telltale signs that it's time to find a new one. You struggle to get through 20 push-ups, and your trainer gets on the floor and says, "Watch how fast I can do 20!" Your Read more

15 Ways to Annoy Your Boss


Updated 01/24/12 12:13 PM · Posted by SavvySugar · 0 comments

Ways to Annoy Boss

Whether you're hoping to get ahead at work or just trying to build healthy relationships, it's important to understand how your boss works — what she appreciates, what she respects, and what she can't stand. Create a strong connection with your manager and avoid irritating her by steering clear of these 15 ways to annoy your boss: Arrive late, coffee in hand. If you waltz into the office 20 Read more

6 Digital Etiquette Tips For 2012


Updated 01/20/12 10:46 AM · Posted by · 2 comments

Phone and Digital Etiquette Tips For 2012

There's still time to break the bad habits of 2011 and kick off the year with a fresh take on the tech etiquette that may be driving your co-workers crazy and even have consequences to your health. Be a considerate digital user in 2012 by breaking these six technology habits. Walking or driving while texting — we've seen the ad campaigns warning against distracted driving, but it seems every Read more

6 Tips to Start Your New Job Right


Updated 01/16/12 4:10 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

Tips For Your New Job

We're thrilled to present this smart Kiplinger story here on Savvy! I learned some valuable lessons about how to succeed in the "real world" while starting out at my first full-time job, and you can, too. I never expected my social circle, at age 22, to use the phrase "I feel so old" so much. We know we still have our whole lives ahead of us, but making the transition from college to career can Read more