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One of the reasons I love running is that it really requires no special gear. You just need a body and a desire to run. Then again, you might not need a racquet or clubs to go for a good jog, but I would suggest quality running shoes. If you are taking up running, good quality running shoes can seriously make this habit stick. Old shoes, tennis shoes, cheap shoes often don't provide enough Read more
We are pumped to share one of our favorite stories from Prevention here on FitSugar! Yup! You can demolish these diseases with your diet. By Molly Raisch, Prevention Here's one thing to add to your grocery list: disease-fighting foods. A growing body of research shows that you can squash certain symptoms with what you eat. In fact, eating the right foods may be just what the doctor ordered for Read more
This week in PopSugarTV, Fit rounded up the most comfortable maternity workout clothes to keep you looking cute throughout your pregnancy. Yum is getting ready for grilling season by giving us a tutorial on how to grill vegetables perfectly, just in time for your Summer barbecues. Bella let us in on how to paint balayage highlights at home for a sun-kissed look, and over on Fab, it was all about Read more
Toasting at happy hour doesn't have to mean drinking a ton of calories. To reduce added sugars, chef Travis London uses fresh fruit to sweeten his drinks. The strawberries in his healthier mojito not only add flavor but antioxidants too. Learn how to make this refreshingly light cocktail, then print out the recipe and get ready to muddle. Read more
Is three children one too many? — BabyCenter Blog Sienna Miller shows off her boho-chic bump — Celebrity Baby Scoop 16 reasons to live like a 2-year-old — HuffPost Parents Jillian Michaels says adoption is a calling — Celebrity Baby Blog The pros and cons of common labor and delivery positions — FitPregnancy The best baby travel gear — Parenting 9 cute headbands for baby girls — Read more
We are pumped to share one of our fave stories from espnW here on FitSugar! By Shawn Johnson Shawn Johnson is blogging for espnW throughout her training for the Olympics in London this summer. Follow hers other Olympic hopefuls' journeys on espnW.com. Four years ago, I was standing on an Olympic podium, wearing a gold medal, and still thinking to myself how I could have been better. It had Read more
You're loving your yoga class from Half Moon to Pigeon Pose, but as soon as you get to Shoulderstand, you're less than psyched. Although a basic — challenging, but basic — pose, Shoulderstand can put you at risk of strain and injury when done incorrectly. Turn this pose into your favorite by checking out these common complaints and ways to remedy them. "I Can't Breathe" If you're well Read more
Grab a sari and start shaking! The fitness trend you haven't tried — The Daily Beast Feel like there's a bun in the oven? Ways to banish belly bloat — Fab Fit Fun When it's a grab-and-go kind of day: the best breakfast bars — Fitness 45-year-old Olympian Dara Torres on staying healthy while aging — Blisstree How you can beat the breast cancer odds — Prevention Eight easy moves that Read more
FitSugar reader eatingbirdfood made some low-carb protein coconut macaroons that would be great for an afternoon or post-workout snack. She posted the recipe in our Healthy Recipe group. These macaroons are low in sugar and carbs and made with Tone It Up's new protein powder, Perfect Fit Protein. Learn how to make this low-carb treat after the break! Read more
We are excited to share one of our fave stories from Shape here on FitSugar. This week Shape turns to Cynthia Sass, a registered dietitian with master's degrees in both nutrition science and public health. If you couldn’t let anything cross your lips from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 a.m., but you were allowed to eat anything you wanted for eight hours a day and still lose weight, would you try it? Read more
