Exercise Ball: Go for Anti-Burst Ball


Updated 10/17/07 5:45 PM · Posted by FitSugar · 25 comments

Exercise Ball: Go for Anti-Burst Ball

Exercise injuries happen. It is just a workout fact. You expect to tweak a muscle lunging after a tennis ball or diving for a Frisbee. You do not, however, expect to break both of your arms using an exercise ball. Sugar user JessNess shared this little news bit with me, and I am passing it onto you. Inside Edition reported recently that Adam Dunayer was working his upper body while lying Read more

From the Fit Community: Leave Your Phone at Home When You Work Out


Updated 02/20/12 9:46 AM · Posted by · 3 comments

Why You Shouldn't Use Your Cell Phone in the Gym

FitSugar reader JessicaSmithTV wants you to know: you're hurting your workout when you bring your cell phone into the equation. She shared her three reasons you should stay cell phone-free at the gym in our 10 Pounds Down! community group. 1. It’s hurting your workout (and could cause you to get hurt) If you can text or talk on the phone during any part of your workout, you aren’t working Read more

Trail or Sidewalk? The Pros and Cons of Running on Different Surfaces


Updated 01/11/12 4:30 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

What Is the Best Type of Surface For Running?

Body-wise, running can be a high-impact sport, which can mean achy joints, irritated tendons, and other running-related injuries. Many runners use various methods to try to lessen the impact of constantly striking the ground. For many runners, that means choosing a soft surface. But while you may think that running on soft surfaces may help lower the strain on your body, this may not always be Read more

Natalie Portman Sticks to Her Workouts and Turns Down a Movie Offer


Updated 08/30/11 7:19 AM · Posted by · 1 comment

New Mom Natalie Portman Pictures Walking in NYC

Natalie Portman was in all black yesterday when she stepped out to visit her NYC gym. She headed home solo with a SmartWater in hand. Natalie is sticking to her workout routine, having been seen commuting to and from her exercise sessions several times over the last two weeks. She's been otherwise keeping a low profile since welcoming her son Aleph back in June. The new mom has no plans to return Read more

A Reader Asks: How Do You Tame the PMS Monster?


Updated 10/14/11 11:51 AM · Posted by · 2 comments

How to Deal With PMS Symptoms

FitSugar reader WarmnessOnTheSoul needs your help: her PMS is making it even harder to stay on her new diet and exercise plan. She posted her question in our Weight Loss Support group. OK ladies, I need some support/advice. I've been on a diet program for about a week, eating healthy, exercising every day, feeling great — until Mother Nature decided to attack! I've been completely sluggish, Read more

OnSugar Blog: Sport Wirefree Nursing Bra Review


Updated 08/09/11 3:20 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Nursing Sports Bra Review

Lots of moms like to think out loud, and CWTMommy is one of them. She is on a mission to find the best nursing bras on the market, and today she's trying out a nursing sports bra on her My Experiment With Nursing Bras blog. I've never really seen the real use of a sport nursing bra, but seeing as I was doing the whole experiment thing, I couldn't rule it out for all of you. So I've been wearing Read more

Kristen Stewart Chats With a Fellow Driver Following an On-the-Road Run-In


Updated 07/18/11 10:17 PM · Posted by · 18 comments

Kristen Stewart Pictures Out in LA

Kristen Stewart had a minor car accident yesterday and hopped out of her car to exchange information with a fellow driver in LA. The Twilight actress was out and about in the city between exercise sessions to prep for her upcoming role in Snow White and the Huntsman — Kristen Stewart's doing horse riding lessons as well as yoga for the part. The cast for the film so far includes Charlize Read more