Get Mountain Ready: Add Decline to Your Treadmill


Updated 12/10/08 1:12 PM · Posted by FitSugar · 0 comments

Get Mountain Ready: Add Decline to Your Treadmill

The snow's a-flowing where some of you live, and that makes skiers, riders, and snowshoers very happy. To prepare your legs for the excessive stress on your quads, knees, and shins, it's best to condition yourself for the downhill. There are a few commercial treadmills available that offer a decline option, but instead of springing for a brand new piece of equipment, you can just raise the back Read more

Get Mountain Ready With Ashtanga Yoga


Updated 12/12/07 9:31 PM · Posted by FitSugar · 3 comments

Ashtanga Yoga Is Great Conditioning for Skiing and Snow Boarding

Now that Winter is in full force, I'm sure many of you spend your weekends skiing or snowboarding. Nothing beats the excitement and anticipation of standing at the top of a white mountain and looking down the slope. However, an exhilarating day on the mountain can leave you very sore and achy the next day. If you take the time to lengthen and strengthen your legs and core before heading to the Read more

Burn It Up: 30-Minute Circuit Workout From Equinox


Updated 01/17/12 6:54 PM · Posted by · 2 comments

30-Minute Circuit Workout From Equinox Trainer

Circuit training is one of my favorite ways to get my sweat on. You torch calories by getting your heart rate up while building muscle with strength training — a win-win workout. My Equinox trainer, Lauren, likes 'em too. Recently she put me through the paces of the following circuit workout, and I just had to share the fun. Get ready to sweat! There are three circuits of four exercises each. Read more

6 Weekend Weight-Loss Tips to Slim Down


Updated 08/30/11 7:30 AM · Posted by Shape · 5 comments

How to Not Gain Weight on the Weekend

We are excited to share one of our fave stories from Shape here on FitSugar. After a week of spartan lunches, rigorous workouts, and sleep-depriving presentations, it's easy to feel you've earned a happy hour margarita and a plate of cheesy nachos. But topping off a tough week in this way can undo all your hard work and even pack on the pounds. According to a study from the University of North Read more

Gear Review: Lululemon Hot Yoga Hobo Bag


Updated 08/11/11 5:22 PM · Posted by · 2 comments

Lululemon Hot Yoga Hobo Gym Bag Review

Considering my everyday handbag is large enough to carry more things than necessary, I was happy to receive the roomy Lululemon Hobo Bag ($118) for review. At 15 inches wide by 13.5 inches tall, this bag is made to fit everything you'll need before and after your workout, whether that's a sweaty Bikram class or a heart-pounding gym session. After a few weeks of trucking the bag to and from work, Read more

Interview With an Ultramarathoner: What It Takes to Run More Than a Marathon


Updated 07/26/11 2:40 PM · Posted by · 4 comments

Interview With Ultramarathoner Deanna Stoppler

I run a few times a week, about 10 to 12 miles total, but I wouldn't consider myself a runner, especially not after interviewing Deanna Stoppler, an ultramarathoner. At 32 she has completed dozens of marathons and a handful of ultras — races that are longer than the typical 26.2 marathon distance. If you ever wondered what it takes to run such extreme distances, or why a person in their right Read more

How to Be the Perfect Houseguest


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How to Be the Perfect Houseguest

We're thrilled to present this smart LearnVest story here on Savvy! At the beach, in the mountains or in the big city, being invited to a friend’s place not only lets us catch up with loved ones but also lets us save on hotels. Of course, the flip side is that there’s a totally different set of expectations (read: you can’t throw your towels on the floor). If you’re not a master of Read more

Throw a Candyland-Inspired Birthday Party!


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How to Throw a Candyland-Themed Birthday Party

The classic board game Candyland has been a kid favorite since its debut in the 1940s. If your lil one can't get enough of Candy Cane Forest or Gum Drop Mountain, a Candyland-inspired birthday party is easy to put together and fun to attend! Get ready for a sugar high with these ideas on turning your house into a candy kingdom! Read more

Starbucks Fans: Get Excited For Better Rewards


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Starbucks Expands Rewards Card Program to Include Grocery Store Products

Get ready for more Starbucks in your life. At its annual meeting today, the coffee giant revealed more of its plans for this year, and as usual, they're nothing short of ambitious. Although representatives didn't want to comment on the speculation that Starbucks will buy Peet's, we did learn a little more about what's in store. Starbucks plans to permeate multiple aisles in grocery chains and Read more