Loosen Up: Hip Openers
Got tight hips from running, skiing, or sitting at a desk all day? Then give this awesome hip opener sequence a try. Read more
Strike a Yoga Pose: Warrior 2
You can't go to a yoga class and NOT do this pose. It's called Warrior 2 and it's great for opening tight hips and shoulders and strengthening quads, calves, and shins. It also works your core muscles, because when you're in this pose, you really have to concentrate on elongating your spine and drawing your belly in. You can get into this pose from Downward Facing Dog. Step your right foot Read more
4 Moves to Say Goodbye to Saddlebags
We are pumped to share one of our favorite stories from Self here on FitSugar! If you're saddled with saddlebags, you probably think you got the short end of the family gene pool stick. But, lucky for you, those pesky fat deposits surrounding your hips, thighs, and butt are far easier to banish than, say, Great Aunt Hilda or your bossy big sister. "Saddlebags are largely determined by genetics, Read more
Gear Review: Lululemon No Limit Top
I don't usually get very fancy with my yoga clothes. A fitted tank with a built-in sports bra is my usual go-to top. It keeps my girls covered and in place, and the fitted body stays put when I go upside down. But some days you ate too many cookies you just don't feel like wearing something tight. You could sport a loose shirt but it doesn't offer the most flattering look, and as soon as you Read more
Get the Look: Sofia Coppola's Just-Listed Nolita Loft
Sofia Coppola just listed her 1,800-square-foot, two-bedroom, two-bathroom apartment for $2.75 million. The Nolita loft, which Coppola has owned since 2002, features gorgeous views, a well-appointed kitchen, and a roof garden. It's a lovely apartment, and the open-living plan and high ceilings cultivate a lovely airiness — a boon for residents who often feel cramped in this densely populated Read more
Essential Stretches For Tight Hips
Tight hips seem to be a common problem for almost everybody — from runners to cyclists, from deskbound bloggers to triathletes. Give this area a little extra love with this sequence of nine hip-opening stretches to increase your flexibility, reduce discomfort, and prevent injury. Try the series in the order listed here, or pick your faves to incorporate into your workout routine. Read more
Hilary Duff's High-Energy Prenatal Piloxing Workout
We are pumped to share one of our favorite stories from Self here on FitSugar! Some women may take it easy during their last trimester, but Hilary Duff isn't the type to let her workouts slide just because she's eating for two. The singer-actress may be seven months pregnant, but according to her trainer of eight years, Vivica Jensen, she's still staying fit with biweekly Piloxing sessions. Read more
Leg-Strengthening Yoga Sequence For Skiers and Riders
Whether you click into skis or a snowboard, a strong yet flexible lower body will allow you to cruise down the mountain with control, helping you stay balanced rather than wiping out. This eight-posture lower body sequence focuses on strengthening the core, quads, and glutes, while opening the hamstrings and hips. Photos taken at Evolution Physical Therapy and Yoga Studio, Burlington, VT Read more
10 Celeb Moms Who've Opened Up About Miscarriage
Jay-Z's instant hit, "Glory," not only celebrated the birth of baby Blue Ivy, it cracked open a window into the lives of two of the hip-hop world's biggest stars. While rapping about his amazement over the birth of his daughter, Jay-Z also revealed that Beyoncé suffered a painful miscarriage before this pregnancy. While many mamas keep their road to pregnancy private, others are very open about Read more
Yoga Series For Runners
If running more was on your resolution list, right on! We love running, and to ensure that your body can handle all the miles, we suggest adding these five yoga poses to your weekly fitness routine. Yoga and running are very complementary: yoga is perfect for stretching out all those muscles worked, and often overworked, while running. Here's a short yoga series created especially for runners by Read more
