Back to Basics: Keeping Your Shoulders Down


Updated 03/24/09 1:07 AM · Posted by FitSugar · 11 comments

Back to Basics: Keeping Your Shoulders Down

When teaching Pilates, I am always telling clients to keep their shoulders away from their ears. Raised shoulders is a sign of serious tension in the neck and upper back and over time it will create pain. Not only that but it wastes energy and can make surrounding areas not function correctly. Pilates clients aren't the only folks with tense necks and raised shoulders. I see this posture all the Read more

4 Moves to Say Goodbye to Saddlebags


Updated 02/09/12 11:39 AM · Posted by Self · 1 comment

Exercise Routine For Getting Rid of 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

The Vampire Diaries "Bringing Out the Dead": The Good, The Bad, and The Bloody


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The Vampire Diaries Recap "Bringing Out the Dead"

After a week's worth of TVD reprieve, it's about time we got some answers — specifically, ones that have everything to do with our favorite Original vamp Elijah and then some. From the tragic twisted fate of Bill Forbes to the shocking discovery Elena makes at home, we're still trying to wrap our heads around everything that goes down. Meanwhile, Bonnie and her estranged mother Abby are tasked Read more

Link Time: Kate Young on Dressing Michelle Williams, Rachel Roy's Stylish Studio, and More


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Fashion News For Jan. 30, 2012

Kate Young talks about dressing Michelle Williams — Stylelist Kendall and Kylie Jenner score a Teen Vogue cover — Fashionista Scott Schuman teaches us (and Tiffany) how to keep a relationship alive — Styleite A head for fashion: see all of Kate Middleton's best hat moments — The Daily Beast How much it costs to send a celebrity down the red carpet — The Cut Less is more: Stella Read more

Mistakes You're Making on the Pilates Mat


Updated 02/07/12 5:16 AM · Posted by · 2 comments

Common Mistakes in Pilates Mat Classes

Mat classes are the most affordable way to reap the benefits of Pilates. Taught across the country at gyms and private studios, group classes mean you don't have an instructor cuing and correcting your every move. Make the most of your time on the mat and be mindful of these common mistakes I've seen in classes over the years. Not Going Deep There are many benefits to Pilates, but getting in Read more

How to Get Rihanna's Rock-Hard Abs


Updated 01/19/12 11:34 AM · Posted by Shape · 0 comments

Rihanna's Ab Workout

We are excited to share one of our fave stories from Shape here on FitSugar. Rihanna is one hot singing sensation. Having recently been named the best-selling digital artist of all time — thanks to a whopping 47.5 million downloads of her hits — the sexy songstress is also a top contender for album of the year at this year’s Grammy Awards. But not only does the Barbadian beauty know how to Read more

8 Life Lessons Learned From CES 2012


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Life Lessons Learned From CES

This year's CES didn't just teach us about gadget trends and the future of the industry — it also taught us a few things that we'll remember in our everyday lives as well. Here, we offer up a few tips to take with you on your next journey to a big tech conference, or to keep in the back of your mind for life. Trust me: our pain is your gain! Get plenty of sleep. Between long hours on the Read more

How to Have Better Hair in 2012


Updated 01/10/12 10:00 AM · Posted by · 3 comments

How to Have Strong, Healthy Hair

Most of us get stuck in hairstyle ruts, but there's no time like the present to revamp your look. 2012 can be the year that your hair goes from good to great — provided you follow a little expert advice. Here, top stylists share the top ways to have better hair. Soften your strands "If you want your hair to look its best, you need to treat it with a little love," says Matrix Artistic Director Read more

The Fitness Goal You Can Accomplish Before 2012


Updated 12/29/11 10:10 AM · Posted by Self · 1 comment

Beginner Tips For Doing Squats Correctly

We are pumped to share one of our favorite stories from Self here on FitSugar! "Make your last set the one that counts," the instructor cued us during last night's workout. And while the last things my arms wanted to do was another bicep curl, ending on a strong note not only made me feel extra accomplished, but it's that extra push towards sculpting a slim, strong bod. So while we've only got Read more

The Complete Guide to Body Language


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Complete Guide to Body Language

We're thrilled to present this smart LearnVest story here on Savvy! Studies show that people size you up within two seconds. Consciously or unconsciously, they'll take in how you establish eye contact, the strength of your handshake and the way you hold yourself. Even when you're talking to someone you know, your message consists of more than just the words you say: It also includes the visual Read more