Relax Already: Try Reiki


Updated 10/14/11 11:49 AM · Posted by FitSugar · 17 comments

Relax Already: Try Reiki

After being laid off and collecting unemployment for a few weeks, an amazing career opportunity has just fallen into your lap, and you have a job interview tomorrow. Needless to say, you're anxious and stressed, and it's nothing a hot bath or cup of tea can handle. A Reiki session could be just the thing to calm your nerves and release tension from your tight muscles. Reiki is a type of Japanese Read more

"My Boyfriend Doesn't Care About My Interests"


Updated 05/02/12 10:44 PM · Posted by · 14 comments

My Boyfriend Doesn't Care About My Interests

This question is from a Group Therapy post in our TrèsSugar Community. Add your advice in the comments! My boyfriend and I have been dating for 5 and 1/2 years. In most aspects, we have a great relationship. We like a lot of the same things, have similar "values," share many of the same friends, and just generally get along really well. We're passionate and love each other very much. The Read more

Jessica Hardy: "I'm on the Right Track For This Year"


Updated 04/20/12 11:48 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Swimmer Jessica Hardy on the 2012 Olympics

We are pumped to share one of our fave stories from espnW here on FitSugar! By Jessica Hardy Jessica will be blogging for espnW in the lead-up to this summer's London Olympics. Follow her journey on espnW.com Going through a moment of crisis transformed me, humbled me, and brought out what mattered most in my life. During my suspension from competing, I probably would have lost my spirit Read more

Shawn Johnson Takes Us Inside Training Camp


Updated 04/16/12 9:30 AM · Posted by · 1 comment

Shawn Johnson Trains at Camp For the 2012 Olympics

We are pumped to share one of our fave stories from espnW here on FitSugar! By Shawn Johnson Shawn Johnson is blogging for espnW throughout her training for the Olympics in London this summer. Follow her journey and other Olympic hopefuls on espnW.com. Say "camp" to an ordinary kid and she'll probably tell you about bonfires and sing-alongs and arts and crafts. Say it to an elite gymnast, and Read more

What's Your Sign, Beautiful? Aries (March 21-April 20)


Updated 03/26/12 4:56 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

Aries Beauty Products

Much like their symbol, the ram, Arians possess an animal magnetism. The first sign of the zodiac, those born under its rule can be described as confident, bold, and energetic. At their worst, however, Aries folk are characterized by their bossy, self-centered, and blunt natures. These folks are born leaders and are known for their abilities to be both enthusiastic and ambitious. Famous Aries Read more

How to Combat Winter Blahs and Blues


Updated 01/13/12 11:38 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Tips for Dealing With Seasonal Affective Disorder

When January rolls around, the festive fun has come to an end, and we resume our regular day-to-day routines . . . good times, right? This month can be especially difficult for some because the party is over, the temperatures are dropping, and the days are awfully short. If you're experiencing any symptoms that feel like major depression, you may be suffering from seasonal affective disorder Read more

The 5 Stages of Breakup Grief


Updated 11/28/11 4:05 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Stages of Breakup Grief

We're happy to present this excerpt from one of our favorite sites, YourTango. "I think we should break-up." "I don't love you anymore." "We aren't right for each other." Breakups can leave the lovelorn rattled for weeks, months and sometimes even years. But there's a light at the end of the tunnel. Grieving a relationship is not unlike grieving a death. It's a healing process. But one day, you Read more

6 Smells That Boost Your Health In Surprising Ways


Updated 11/28/11 4:15 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Scents That Boost Your Health In Surprising Ways

We are excited to share one of our fave stories from Prevention here on FitSugar! Certain scents can help memory, mood, energy, and libido By: Sarah Mahoney, Prevention Did you know that the human sense of smell can identify thousands of aromas and is 10,000 times more precise than our sense of taste? We have millions of smell receptors in our noses. When they detect a scent, they shoot the Read more

Group Therapy: A "Friend Breakup" Isn't Sticking!


Updated 04/13/11 6:50 PM · Posted by · 6 comments

Breaking Up With a Friend Advice

This question is from a Group Therapy post in our TrèsSugar Community. Add your advice in the comments! I have a friend who has always been a little clingy, and more than a little negative. There's always some sort of drama in her life, and she's usually bitterly complaining. Plus, she is incredibly sensitive — I always felt like I was walking on eggshells around her. Recently, I took stock Read more

Best of Yoga: Hybrid Classes


Updated 09/14/11 4:30 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

The Best Hybrid Yoga Classes

We are pumped to share one of our fave stories from Self here on FitSugar! Still think yoga is for hippies? Think again! Instead of chanting, there are lots of yoga styles that fuse elements of other workouts to make a killer two-for-one workout for any exercise personality. Since you've never been one to play by the rules, why should your yoga practice? Think of this as your yogi cheat sheet of Read more