5 Pink and Red Products That'll Get Your Heart Pounding


Updated 02/10/12 8:03 AM · Posted by · 1 comment

Red and Pink Workout Clothes For Valentine's Day

It's almost Valentine's Day, so chances are that everywhere you look you see red or pink. If you love the bright, energizing colors, time to incorporate the happy hues in your workout gear as well. After all, it's also American Heart Month — what better way to a healthy heart than with a few new pieces of exercise clothing to keep you motivated to work out? Here are five pink and red products Read more

Fit For February: Must Haves


Updated 02/07/12 11:44 AM · Posted by FitSugar · 0 comments

Favorite New Fitness Products: February 2012

Well, January went by quickly, didn't it? With February here, we're picking gear that'll keep us on track with all of the healthy resolutions we made last month. We've got new gear to motivate us to get our butts into the gym but still keep us warm during those chilly outdoor workouts. Read more

Questions to Ask Yourself Before Buying a Yoga Mat


Updated 02/02/12 2:40 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Things to Consider When Buying a Yoga Mat

Buying a yoga mat is like buying a new pair of running sneakers. It takes careful consideration and research to find the right fit. Since there are hundreds to confuse you choose from, narrow down your search by asking these important questions. How Much Do I Want to Spend? Your budget is a huge factor in the mat you end up with. Do you have the dough to lay down for the priciest one on the Read more

Tools of the Trade: Gear For Healthy Living


Updated 01/28/12 7:50 PM · Posted by FitSugar · 0 comments

Gear to Help Maintain Healthy Habits

Smart tools and sweet gear help keep the pieces of a healthy lifestyle intact. From what you put on your plate to the quality of your sleep, we've rounded up our favorite things that help staying on the healthy path more manageable. Plus new gadgets always inspire! If you're feeling your healthy resolve waning as January winds to a close, take a look and see what little things might help you keep Read more

5 Gadgets That Track Your Fitness Stats


Updated 01/23/12 8:29 AM · Posted by · 1 comment

Comparison of Nike+ FuelBand, MotoACTV, Jawbone Up, and More

Last week, Nike released its Nike+ FuelBand fitness-tracking device to much fanfare, but this celebrity-endorsed gadget isn't the first high-tech offering when it comes to gathering your workout stats. Read on to compare fitness monitors Bodybugg, Fitbit Ultra, MotoACTV, Jawbone Up, and the Nike+ FuelBand. Read more

Meet the New Nike+ Fuel Exercise Monitor


Updated 02/10/12 2:51 PM · Posted by · 5 comments

Nike+ Fuelband Details

Nike put on quite a show in NYC today to introduce its new Nike+ Fuelband ($149). Jimmy Fallon played emcee for a roster of Nike execs and spokespeople, like hoops star Kevin Durant, Lance Armstrong, and sprinter Carmelita Jeter, at the Highline Stages, where the product was unveiled. The new bracelet is part watch, part exercise monitor, which allows you to set daily exercise goals and share Read more

Fit For January: Must Haves


Updated 01/08/12 7:00 PM · Posted by FitSugar · 0 comments

Winter Fitness Gear Recommendations

It's a new year, which means it's time to take advantage of all the healthy options a new start has to offer. Celebrate the indoor and outdoor fitness fun of Winter with gear to get you out in the snow and cozy accessories to keep you warm. Read on for our fitness-friendly picks for the month! Read more

You Voted: Best of 2011 Poll Results


Updated 12/31/11 10:25 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Best Workout Song, Fitness Gear, Health Magazine, and Fittest Male Celeb of 2011

The year is just about over, and now that we've made it through the holidays, we can look forward to yet another reason to celebrate — the countdown to 2012! Over the past few weeks, we asked you to take a look back at the year in review and vote for your favorite workout song, fitness gear, health magazine, and fittest male celeb, so keep reading to find out the results. Read more

From Silly to Ridiculous: Fitness Gear to Skip in 2012


Updated 12/29/11 2:05 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Worst Weight Loss and Fitness Gear From 2011

Once the first of the year rolls around, most people have weight loss on the brain, and companies hoping to make a buck invent new gadgets to help consumers drop the pounds. While many products are effective, such as electronic food journals and heart rate monitors, some are just a waste of money. Here are some products that won't help you get the results you're after in the coming year. Read more

3 Must-Have Items For New Year Fitness Goals


Updated 12/21/11 3:40 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

Helpful Items in Reaching New Year Fitness Goals

For a lot of us, the New Year equals a fresh start, and getting healthy and fit seems to be on everyone's mind. Regardless of what your fitness goals might be, it's never too early to start the journey. Here are a few items to get now, which will help ensure that 2012 is your fittest year ever! Planner or calendar: There's something about scheduling a fitness date that keeps people committed. Read more