Avoid These 6 Workout Mistakes


Updated 06/18/09 9:50 AM · Posted by FitSugar · 14 comments

Avoid These 6 Workout Mistakes

We all want to make the most of our workouts since we don't have tons of time to devote to being at the gym. To ensure that your workout is effective, efficient, and safe, check to make sure you're not committing these exercise crimes. Running is your only form of cardio. Don't get me wrong. Running is effective at getting your heart rate up, toning your legs, and burning calories, but you can Read more

5 Fitness Myths That Mess With Results


Updated 04/30/12 4:35 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Fitness Mistakes That Prevent Weight Loss

We are pumped to share one of our fave stories from Prevention here on FitSugar! By Jenna Bergen, Prevention With so many people offering advice on weight loss, it can be hard to separate fact from fiction. All too often I’ve overheard a hardworking gym-goer sharing a well-meaning but ill-informed tip with another exerciser. And I’m not the only one who’s heard fitness folklore being Read more

Beyoncé's Fit Philosophy


Updated 04/25/12 11:23 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Beyonce's Diet and Exercise Routine

How does someone become crowned People magazine's World's Most Beautiful Woman? Genetics, of course, play a major part, but so does having a healthy and happy lifestyle. Here's how 2012's winner Beyoncé has stayed fit throughout the years. She's realistic: "I can't eat what I want, and I can't not go to the gym," Beyoncé told Self. She also has the right outlook; she knows that there isn't a Read more

The 3 Most Common Mistakes Runners Make


Updated 04/16/12 9:38 AM · Posted by · 3 comments

Most Common Running Mistakes

Running is one of the most popular forms of exercise, because besides burning major calories and toning your tush, it costs pennies compared to other sports. If you're a runner at heart, be sure to avoid these three most common mistakes. Wearing Sneakers For Too Long Your trusty old pair was there for you when you shaved two minutes off your 10K time and later conquered your first half, but that Read more

4 Reasons to Stick With Pilates


Updated 04/15/12 10:27 AM · Posted by · 11 comments

The Benefits of Pilates

Fad workouts come and go, but Pilates continues to be a favorite among Hollywood starlets and well-versed fitness fanatics. What's to love about the exercise? Check out these four reasons to do Pilates below. Complementary workout: Whether you are a hard-core swimmer or a bootcamp devotee, incorporating Pilates into your workout routine helps keep your muscles loose and flexible, important for Read more

Fitness Mistakes That Prevent Weight Loss


Updated 04/09/12 9:20 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Mistakes That Prevent Weight Loss

If you're nervous about baring your body in a revealing summertime wardrobe of short shorts and bathing suits, you might have weight loss on the mind. Eating a healthy, balanced diet is a good part of the battle, but adding exercise to the fight can provide faster results than just watching your calorie intake. To ensure your workouts are the most effective, avoid these mistakes. Read more

The Biggest Reasons Your Ab Exercises Aren't Working


Updated 04/10/12 4:42 PM · Posted by · 2 comments

Biggest Reasons Your Ab Exercises Aren't Working

We are pumped to share one of our fave stories from Prevention here on FitSugar! If you're struggling to see your six-pack, you could be making one of these mistakes. By Jenna Bergen, Prevention As the weather warms and Spring break approaches, we're all forced to do that same rather scary thing: unearth the bathing suit and take a good, hard look in the mirror. I did it just last week and was Read more

3 Mistakes You're Making When Using Dumbbells


Updated 03/30/12 12:10 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

How to Use Dumbbells Correctly

Dumbbells are one of the most widely used pieces of exercise equipment, and for good reason. They're affordable enough to have in a home gym, easy to handle, and can be used to strengthen every muscle in the body. The next time you pick up a pair, avoid these lifting mistakes. Using the Same Pair For Every Move Why it's bad: Not all muscles have the same strength. Lifting too light a weight Read more

Mistakes That Could Ruin Your Morning Workout


Updated 02/09/12 2:55 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

Morning Exercise Mistakes and Fixes

If you work or go to school full time, getting your sweat on in the wee hours of the morn is probably the only time you can fit it in. Kudos to you for resisting the urge to hit the snooze button and skip out. Make setting your alarm and pulling yourself out of bed worth all the effort and avoid these morning exercise mistakes. Not eating: It's super early, but you need to eat in order to fuel Read more

Avoid the 5 Worst Spring Break Beauty Blunders


Updated 03/28/12 5:05 AM · Posted by BellaSugar · 0 comments

Spring Break Beauty Mistakes to Avoid

The season for weeklong beach vacations, overseas plane rides, and cross-country treks is here. Celebrating Spring break can take a toll on your skin and hair, whether you are laying out in your backyard or partying in Bora Bora. So, beware of these basic beauty mistakes that can ruin your vacation. To get tips to sidestep these classic beach slipups read more. Read more