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It doesn't matter if the sun isn't out yet, Rihanna always makes time for a workout — even if it's at 4 a.m., says Rihanna's trainer, Ary Nunez. Since Rihanna doesn't want to skip out on her fitness routine, Ary says that Rihanna trains whenever she can, which can mean squeezing in workouts before most people are even up for the day. There are definite pros and cons to working out in the Read more
I've been taking advantage of the early sunrise and running before my family wakes up. It takes a bit of discipline, but it's so nice to check something off the daily to-do list before 7:00 a.m. Aside from patting myself on the back while brewing my cup of Joe, early morning exercise can translate into a more productive workout. The hormone cortisol, which helps break down fat for fuel, is Read more
Dear Fitsugar, I have been working out and trying to be healthier for about 5 months now. I'm a college student so I workout Monday - Thursday in the evening and I eat dinner about an hour before. This semester though, I am taking a Fitness walking class at 7:00 am!!! I was wondering, should I eat breakfast before or after I take that class. -College Walker What a great way to start the day. Read more
A recent study revealed that staying positive on your job hunt ensures you a better chance of scoring a job. Staying upbeat in the face of multiple rejections can be quite tough — here are a couple of ways to cope: Avoid talking to negative people. You need all the cheerleading you can get, so try not to talk to those who have lost all hope and are trying to get you to feel the same way. Read more
I know that exercising in the early a.m. before you head to work can be a real challenge. If you aren't a morning person, missing out on sleep can seem very unappealing, but here are some reasons you may want to set your alarm for an early morning workout. It's usually a peaceful, quiet time of day, so it can be a great opportunity to think and get some time alone. Exercising in the morning Read more
For many who have stuck to their healthy ways all week long, the weekend is a time to loosen up the reigns a little, ignore weight-loss rules, and indulge in some high-calorie Cinco de Mayo goodness. If you're not careful though, an entire weekend of living it up could make you gain the pounds you've worked so hard to keep off all week. Here are some ways to splurge a little this weekend and not Read more
With work and family responsibilities, and feeling drained in the evening from a long, busy day, often the only time you can squeeze in your workout is to set your alarm for four, five, or six in morning to sweat it out then. Early morning workouts are a great way to start the day and relieve any pre-work stress. Plus getting it done first thing in the morning means you don't have to worry about Read more
Happy birthday, Jessica Alba! The erstwhile action star and devoted mom of two turns 31 on Saturday, and to celebrate we are taking a look at how Jessica's stayed fit while enjoying life throughout the years. Bootcamp style: It's all about high intensity for Jessica. She enlists the help of Barry's Bootcamp, a favorite with starlets in LA, to get fast results. Each workout contains Read more
Most of us are psyched for warmer weather, but allergy sufferers are cursing runny noses, congestion, red eyes, and itchy throats. You may not realize it, but here are the everyday things that can aggravate your symptoms. Exercising outside is a no-brainer when temps start going up, but not so for those allergic to pollen. If you can't bear to skip outdoor workouts, try to exercise early in the Read more
A new survey out of the UK says that embarrassment may be keeping some women from exercising; in fact, everything from dreading how they look in skin-tight exercise clothes to fearing that they're too uncoordinated for dance class has led some women to forgo outdoor or public workouts in favor of indoor workouts or no exercise at all. The survey found that 90 percent of the women asked said Read more
