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Earth Day is on Sunday. It’s a time to think about how our daily routines are impacting the environment, while also helping us remember that our resources are not infinite. If you'd like to green your life even more, here are some ways you can celebrate Earth Day this weekend: Time to recycle: Have an old pair of running shoes that just aren't cutting it anymore, or a yoga mat that's seen its Read more
With Earth Day a few days away, there's never been a better time to think about ways to green your fitness. Here are ways to tweak your daily habits just a little bit to do your part to reduce, recycle, and reuse. Exercise outdoors: Skip the treadmill, stair climber, or stationary bike and go outside. You'll save money, reduce your consumption of energy and materials, and cut back on Read more
We are pumped to share one of our fave stories from Fitness Magazine here on FitSugar! You carry your own water bottle, use a reusable shopping bag, and sort your recyclables from the trash. Here are more easy ways to green your daily routine without thinking about it. Choose Wisely Look for eco-friendly companies when shopping for workout clothes and gear. Gaiam, Patagonia, and GoLite are just Read more
April 22 is Earth Day, and to celebrate, we're outfitting ourselves in some of the coolest eco-friendly fitness gear available. There's a lot of love for Mother Earth happening in this slideshow, from shoes made almost entirely of recycled plastic bottles to shirts produced by companies we love for their sustainable business practices. The next time you have to outfit yourself for a jaunt to the Read more
Exercising regularly means going through lots of fitness gear. Instead of just tossing out old kicks or a worn-out yoga mat, do something good for the Earth. Here are ways to recycle or reuse old workout gear. Sneakers Donate: You can toss them in a Goodwill bin, or send them to an organization that'll put them to good use. Soles4Souls's tag line is "Saving the world — one pair at a time." Read more
We spoke with one of our favorite mamas, Jessica Alba, about her new eco-friendly baby-care company, motherhood, and her diaper blowout trick! This little girl's nursery is not to be missed! Do you rock a bikini while pregnant? These celeb mamas did! We love these sweet Easter dresses for your lil bunny. Planning on having an Easter egg hunt next week? Check out this bunny patch egg hunt for Read more
It's almost Earth Day, so chances are you've been hearing the word "eco" so much that it almost loses its meaning. But when you shop consciously, it's about more than just reading a label. Knowing how your fitness wear is made and where it comes from can be just as important as sourcing your meal at a restaurant. The good news is that finding an eco-friendly fabric can also enhance your workout; Read more
The Brooks PureCadence ($120) is part of the company's new PureProject line of minimalist running shoes. The shoes all feature lightweight, flexible, and eco-friendly materials and are designed to improve your stride. The PureCadence, one of four PureProject models designed for different running needs, is made for the overpronator. Show me a stability shoe that's lightweight and cute, and I get Read more
As the weather warms up, it's natural to gravitate toward crisp, clean New Zealand whites, as they're both refreshing and easy to drink on their own, and perfect as a pick-me-up on a weekend excursion or a sunny Summer afternoon. One new label to look for that easily fits that bill — and then some — is Eco.Love Wines. Eco.Love hails from the country's South Island. Rather impressively, it Read more
Join FitSugar and Merrell on an urban hike along the San Francisco Bay for the best of both worlds — the beach and some city bustle! On Sunday, Aug. 21, at 2 pm, join FitSugar editor Susi May and Sugar’s hiking enthusiasts to explore the beautiful sights of Crissy Field! You’ll enjoy what’s in your very own backyard with some great company and fit in some exercise while you’re at it! Read more
