Electronic Foldable YikeBike: Cool or Not?


Updated 09/06/09 6:07 AM · Posted by FitSugar · 11 comments

Electronic Foldable YikeBike: Cool or Not?

If bikes were as ubiquitous as cars, the ozone might not look like lace. In addition to being a great form of exercise, biking is also a great way to deal with heavily trafficked urban streets. In case you don't want to pedal, but still don't want to sit in traffic, there is the YikeBike. This mini two-wheeler is electric, so there is no need to pedal. It has been redesigned in other ways as Read more

11 Eco-Friendly Cars We Love


Updated 04/05/12 1:06 PM · Posted by · 1 comment

Electric and Hybrid Vehicles

Spring is in the air, so let's keep that air smelling fresh, shall we? If you aren't able to use public transportation for your daily commute, and biking is out of the question, these electric, hybrid, and small cars are able to step in when all other earth-friendly options are exhausted. We love them all for various reasons, but mostly it's because they make us feel like we're giving mother Read more

Mexico's Las Alamandas Resort Gets a New Look for Spring


Updated 03/08/12 11:40 AM · Posted by · 2 comments

Enjoy a Colorful Spring Break in Mexico

Nestled in a stretch of pristine coastal land in Mexico's Costalegre region, the revamped Las Alamandas Resort offers new perks including additional suites, an open air rooftop bar and lounge, art gallery, and updated tennis court. While the renovations include expansions, the resort still maintains a secluded and intimate setting, with seven villas and 16 suites to accommodate 42 guests at Read more

The Roommate Agreement: 7 Things To Talk About Before You Move In


Updated 11/09/11 12:20 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

The Roommate Agreement: 7 Things To Talk About Before You Move In

We're thrilled to present this smart LearnVest story here on Savvy! Sharing an apartment or a house can be a very smart financial move: You’ll probably get more space than you would by yourself, you might be able to afford a nicer part of town, and it may give you room in your budget for extra saving. All the same, living with other people is tough, and the savings aren’t worth it if you end Read more

Top 3 Myths That Mess With Your Workout Results


Updated 10/25/11 11:37 AM · Posted by · 2 comments

Top 3 Fitness Myths That Mess With Your Workout Results

We are excited to share one of our fave stories from Prevention here on FitSugar! You put in the time — and the sweat! So don't let these common misconceptions get you off track. By The Editors of Prevention Can you really blast more fat by working out on an empty stomach? Do you burn the same number of calories walking a mile rather than running? We asked fitness pros to weigh in on 5 of the Read more

How to Beat the Summer Heat and Still Work Out


Updated 06/07/11 3:53 PM · Posted by · 2 comments

Tips For Exercising in Summer Heat and Humidity

With all this rain we've been having on the East Coast, I'm so psyched that warmer, sunny days are here. It's finally starting to feel like Summer! It's been a shock to my system though, exercise-wise. I've been so used to running in breezy temps between the 50s and 60s that hot and humid 80-degree temps feel overwhelming. Running, biking, hiking, even walking feels harder in the heat. Here are Read more

Bicycle Buff Celebs


Updated 10/11/11 6:23 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

Celebrities Who Ride Bikes

Leonardo Dicaprio and Blake Lively have been spotted riding around town in electric bikes. Justin Timberlake and Jessica Biel have also explored the terrine on road bikes. Upright, hybrid, or drop bar: celebs are bike fanatics! Here's a quick look at celebs who take care of their bodies (and the environment) by choosing to ride a bike rather than drive. Read more

25 Ways to Waste Your Money


Updated 03/07/11 1:47 PM · Posted by · 1 comment

How to Budget and Save Money

We're thrilled to present this smart Kiplinger story here on Savvy! Has your budget sprung a leak? Nearly everyone has spending holes. And as with other kinds of leaks, you may have hardly noticed them. But those small drips can quickly add up to big bucks. The trick is to find the holes and plug them so you can keep more money in your pocket. That extra cash could be the ticket to finally Read more

Leonardo and Blake Take Their Romance Onto the Streets For a Bike Ride


Updated 08/04/11 5:28 PM · Posted by · 20 comments

Leonardo DiCaprio and Blake Lively Bike Riding Pictures

It was a day date for Leonardo DiCaprio and his girlfriend, Blake Lively, as they went for a bike ride in NYC in Saturday. The couple were joined on their outing by Leo's frequent cycling companion Lukas Haas. Blake, Leo, and Lukas were kitted out to ride in style — each was on an electric, Swiss-made Stromer that retails for around $2,850! Leo accompanied Blake east to the Big Apple, where Read more