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1 Don't Just Stand There! Burn Some Calories
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7 8 Do-Anywhere Exercises
Maybe you can't make it to the gym, or you're on the road, or you can't afford any fitness equipment of your own. Guess what? Not good excuses for being lazy. The great thing about exercise is that you can do it almost anywhere without the need for equipment. If you find yourself in a situation when you want a full-body workout but are limited by locale, try these eight exercises. Your heart will Read more
Postlunch food comas, caffeine lows, and staring at the computer can get people down in the afternoon. Unfortunately, we don't always have the opportunity to siesta the sleepy eyes away. A curious mind, I wanted to know what keeps FitSugar readers re-energized throughout their days. While napping may seem to be the obvious choice, some readers get pretty creative when they need to recharge their Read more
Which one sounds better to you: a quick run in the park or a 15-minute cat nap? Many folks rely on rest to recharge their batteries while others pump up the volume on their cardio to fire up their engines. A jog around the block, a jump rope routine, or a trip up and down the stairs can get the heart racing, the blood flowing, and the body feeling refreshed. On the other hand, a mini slumber may Read more
There's nothing quite like a sports massage to help one feel rejuvenated and refreshed. Unfortunately, we don't all have the time and money required to pamper ourselves on a routine basis. Enter the foam roller. The cylindrical apparatus can provide your body relief in your own home or at the local gym. It helps the body relax and stretches it in ways that are often left to therapeutic masseuses. Read more
There are plenty of times during the day when you may find yourself standing around. Maybe you're waiting for the bus or subway, riding the elevator by yourself, or maybe sautéing veggies. Even though you are standing in place, you don't have to stand still. There are plenty of ways for you to move your body around and burn a few extra calories. Some of these you may want to hold off on and try Read more
When it comes to exercises, not all are created equal. While we all may have our favorites, some are better known to be more effective at getting the job done than others. WebMD has created a list of their top seven (odd number, eh?) most effective exercises and here are highlights: Walking. Any exercise program should include cardiovascular exercise, which strengthens the heart and burns Read more
Swimming is a great form of exercise, but when you're in the pool, you can get bored and dizzy just swimming back and forth doing laps. Why not try these exercises to work different muscle groups. You can also use them to warm up or cool down. Hold on to the side of the pool and work on kicking your legs - do flutter kicks and frog kicks. You can also use the edge of the pool to keep your Read more
As a veteran trainer on The Biggest Loser, Bob Harper never shies away from intense workouts. But an intense workout doesn't necessarily need to be a long one. In a recent interview with us, Bob explained that when you're short on time, you can still burn megacalories, but "you've got to take that meter of intensity and jack it all the way up." If you only have 15 to 20 minutes, you can still Read more
Here at FitSugar, we believe that if you stay fit during your pregnancy, then you will have an easier time dropping weight after the baby comes. Keeping your legs strong over the next nine months is crucial, not only for labor, but also for strolling around with your bundle of joy once you're a mom. Here's a 10-minute leg workout for all you moms-to-be. It's simple, safe (but like with any Read more
The exercise ball may occupy a lot of room in your home gym, but it's one versatile piece of equipment. Find out how to get the most out of your exercise ball below. A healthier seat: Ditch your normal seat on the couch and sit on an exercise ball instead. Using a ball to sit helps correct your posture, tones your abs, and encourages you to stretch, all of which sounds a lot better than the Read more
