Ashtanga Yoga: Why Avoid Drinking Water?


Updated 03/19/09 11:51 AM · Posted by FitSugar · 7 comments

Ashtanga Yoga:  Why Avoid Drinking Water?

If you've ever walked into an Ashtanga Yoga class, I'm sure you've noticed that it's warm in the room, but not even close to as hot as Bikram. The warmth helps your muscles to loosen up slightly, but the quick-paced and strength building vinyasas between poses is what really heats up your body. Think of it as creating an inner fire that heats your body from the inside out, which helps you Read more

Class Act: Mysore


Updated 07/08/07 8:42 PM · Posted by FitSugar · 4 comments

Class Act:  Mysore

If you're checking out classes at an Ashtanga yoga studio, you may come across a class called Mysore. In a Mysore style yoga class, you lead yourself, following your own breath and a series of memorized poses, either First Series or Second Series. If you are an advanced practitioner, you may even do Third Series. No one speaks - they only breathe. Sometimes the instructor may whisper to someone Read more

It's About Time: 3 Steps Closer to Back to the Future II


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Back to the Future Hoverboard

We've seen film magic turn into reality before — remember, the tablet was first seen on Star Trek! Now for those who daydreamed of a life as cool as Marty McFly's as a kid, your turn has come. During this week's New York Toy Fair, Mattel announced plans to produce the pink hoverboard from Back to the Future Part II. OK, there's no actual air hovering that will occur, but it's a 1:1 replica Read more

Jessica Simpson Shows Her Bump During a Weekend Outing With Eric Johnson


Updated 02/13/12 8:08 AM · Posted by · 1 comment

Jessica Simpson Pregnant Gray Dress Pictures in LA

Jessica Simpson and Eric Johnson stopped by the Four Seasons in Beverly Hills yesterday. The afternoon wasn't all fun, though, since Jessica was one of the many celebrities that reacted to Whitney Houston's death. She wrote on Twitter, "I found my voice singing Whitney Houston's music. Today I lost my idol." Jessica and Eric have been hanging in LA lately, but they took a trip to Indianapolis for Read more

Doctor Who Joins the Enterprise Crew This Spring


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Doctor Who Star Trek: The Next Generation Comic Book

Two beautiful worlds are set to collide this May when publisher IDW will reportedly release a Doctor Who/Star Trek: The Next Generation crossover comic book series. Eleven and his current companions Amy and Rory will join the familiar cast of Star Trek: The Next Generation led by Captain Picard. Star Trek has seen its share of comic book collaborations in the past, including one with X-Men; Read more

The Five Best Races For Women


Updated 02/11/12 4:10 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Best Races For Women From Marathons to 5Ks

We are excited to share one of our fave stories from espnW here on FitSugar! By Dimity McDowell and Sarah Bowen Shea Sage Steele, SportsCenter anchor, is preparing to run the Disney Princess Half Marathon at Walt Disney World on Feb. 26 and hoping to fall in love with running in the process. Follow Sage’s journey on espnW.com Women's races offer a decidedly different vibe than their coed Read more

Michael C. Hall and Jennifer Carpenter Cozy Up For a Sweet Sunset Beach Trip


Updated 02/09/12 12:30 PM · Posted by · 2 comments

Michael C Hall With Jennifer Carpenter After Divorce Pictures

Michael C. Hall and Jennifer Carpenter grabbed a seat to watch the sunset on the beach in Venice, CA yesterday. The duo looked cozy despite their divorce being finalized in December. This isn't the first time Michael and Jennifer have been spotted together following their separation since they were seen on a coffee date last month. They also sat together at the SAG Awards, where their TV show, Read more

Beyoncé Knowles Wears Sequins For Jay-Z's Second NYC Show


Updated 02/08/12 8:45 PM · Posted by · 8 comments

Beyonce Knowles at Jay-Z Carnegie Hall Concert Pictures

Beyoncé Knowles was back out in NYC this evening to catch the second night of Jay-Z's Carnegie Hall charity concert series. She shared pictures on her website of her sparkly Monique Lhuillier dress, Chanel purse, and Lorraine Schwartz jewels, which she accented with blue nail polish. Beyoncé's nail color and huge ring in the same hue seem to be in honor of her baby daughter, Blue Ivy. She gave Read more

10 Cheap and Easy Dates For Sci-Fi/Fantasy Film Nerds


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Cheap Valentine's Day Dates For Geeks

Does sitting down with your favorite sci-fi novel, fantasy movie, or comic book sound better than dropping a boatload of cash on a Valentine's Day dinner date? You're not alone. These 10 geeky date ideas are two things — awesomely cheap and easy to pull off for your kindred sci-fi and/or fantasy nerd. Cheers to you! Throw a Star Wars party for two. Make some Lembas bread together and watch Read more

Pilot Scoop: Smash


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Smash TV Show Pilot Review

NBC is getting in on musical madness with new show Smash, a drama that follows the production of a musical about Marilyn Monroe and the two ingénues vying for the lead. With high production value and an ensemble cast that includes Debra Messing and Anjelica Huston, the show is a colorful, splashy, and tune-filled entrant into the midseason lineup. Before you check out tonight's premiere, check Read more