Huge Personal Trainer: Motivating or Intimidating?


Updated 06/18/07 7:03 PM · Posted by FitSugar · 34 comments

Huge Personal Trainer: Motivating or Intimidating?

I've been having myself a chuckle (ok, a few chuckles) over recent pictures of Ginger Spice and the Hulk, ahem I mean Gerri Halliwell and her personal trainer. Gerri is definitely looking toned lately so he must be working well for her, but I am curious what you guys think - Would having a seriously pumped-up personal trainer be motivating or intimidating? Bauer-Griffin Huge Personal Read more

4 Ways to Get Your Yoga on — No Mat Required!


Updated 05/28/12 2:25 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

Unique Yoga Classes

Traditionally yoga is done on the floor, but your mat isn't the only place you can stretch, strengthen, and calm your body and mind. Since yoga's burst in popularity, people have figured out ways to incorporate basic yoga poses into other forms of movement and fitness. If you're a fan of practicing on your mat, check out these four exciting ways to deepen your love affair with yoga. Paddleboard Read more

Why Everyone (Even 20-Somethings) Should Make a Will


Updated 05/22/12 10:02 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Should I Make a Will?

Getting a will is not just for those who are on the cusp of retiring. People of all ages should consider writing one, says Business Insider. Here's why. Despite the well-known fact that everyone alive today will kick the bucket at one point or another, nearly 60 percent of Americans admitted in a 2011 poll conducted by online legal service Rocket Lawyer that they didn't have a will. RELATED: 14 Read more

Battleship: Needs a Lifesaver


Updated 05/18/12 12:25 PM · Posted by · 2 comments

Battleship Movie Review

I don't remember aliens making an appearance in my own childhood sessions with Battleship, but I suppose when you try to make a toy into a feature-length film, you're afforded a few liberties. Unfortunately, the producers of Battleship may have spent too much time finding creative ways to explode things and not enough time on a plot, ending up with underutilized actors, in a wishy-washy Read more

The Latest Sony Alpha Cameras Boost Photos to Pro Levels


Updated 05/18/12 11:41 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

New Sony Alpha NEX-F3 Cameras

We may talk a lot about iPhoneography in these parts, but there's no substitute for an "old-fashioned" camera in all its double-digit megapixels, HD video, and interchangeable lens glory. The latest in Sony's camera offerings comes from the brand's Alpha line: the NEX-F3, suited for a more casual photographer, and the SLT-A37, a DSLR kit for those who want to get a little more serious with their Read more

Overlooked and Underappreciated: How to Use the Rowing Machine


Updated 05/17/12 8:31 AM · Posted by · 24 comments

Tips For Using the Rowing Machine

The rowing machine can be intimidating, but once you get the hang of it, it's an effective way to spice up your cardio routine. But while the rowing machine, also called an ergometer, is a calorie buster (about 280 calories in 30 minutes for an 130-pound woman) and a good leg and core workout, improper form can lead to back injuries if you're not careful. Read on for our tips on proper rowing Read more

A Street Style How-To in Pulling Off Your Peplum From Day to Night


Updated 05/15/12 1:07 PM · Posted by · 2 comments

How to Wear Peplum Spring 2012

It's safe to say peplum is here to stay — at least for the foreseeable future, this ultrafemme silhouette has become something of a mainstay. With retailers like H&M, Zara, and Topshop mimicking the covetable versions we saw on the runways, it's easier than ever to get your hands on the style. The question is, do you know how to wear it? Its shape can prove something of a dressing challenge Read more

"Do I Have the Right to Be Upset?"


Updated 05/12/12 3:18 PM · Posted by · 7 comments

Did I Do Something Wrong?

This question is from a Group Therapy post in our TrèsSugar Community. Add your advice in the comments! I met this dude on an online dating site, because that's what people do nowadays and also I'm shy so it provides a medium for me that's less intimidating. I create a profile and in three hours we find each other and we talk from about midnight until 6am about everything pretty much. It was so Read more

The Final Say in the Light Weights vs. Heavy Weights Debate


Updated 05/10/12 10:50 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Is It Better to Lift Heavy Weights or Light Weights?

We are pumped to share one of our fave stories from Shape here on FitSugar. You've always heard that when it comes to building muscle mass, heavy weights are preferred over lighter weights. But a new study published in the Journal of Applied Physiology has found that isn't always the case. In fact, you can build just as much muscle by lifting lighter weights. If you do it right... 10 Health and Read more

Terrarium Making 101: It's Easier Than You Think!


Updated 05/14/12 9:56 AM · Posted by · 1 comment

DIY Terrarium Instructions and Tips

Even with the abundance of Spring blooms available, we just can't stop day dreaming about incorporating DIY terrariums into our offices and homes. Not only do they last longer than fresh flowers, but they can also incorporate sentimental tokens and can be adapted to fit a range of decorating styles and spaces. We decided to go straight to the source and get a terrarium making 101 from the owners Read more