12 Ways to Burn More Calories


Updated 10/14/11 11:47 AM · Posted by FitSugar · 12 comments

12 Ways to Burn More Calories

We are always looking for a few extra ways to burn a few extra calories. Health.com is on it -- They have come up with a list of twelve ways you can burn more calories during your next workout: Jog Through Water. It's one of the most strenuous activities you can perform, since water is about 12 to 15 times as resistant as air. Running at your hardest, you can burn about 17 calories per Read more

Mistakes That Could Ruin Your Morning Workout


Updated 02/09/12 2:55 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

Morning Exercise Mistakes and Fixes

If you work or go to school full time, getting your sweat on in the wee hours of the morn is probably the only time you can fit it in. Kudos to you for resisting the urge to hit the snooze button and skip out. Make setting your alarm and pulling yourself out of bed worth all the effort and avoid these morning exercise mistakes. Not eating: It's super early, but you need to eat in order to fuel Read more

Running With a Bun in the Oven


Updated 11/13/11 2:42 PM · Posted by · 6 comments

Running Tips For Pregnant Women

When I became pregnant with my first, it was important to keep up with my healthy lifestyle. Running was always a big part of my exercise routine, so if you were an avid runner who now has a baby on the way, here are some tips for keeping up with your running routine. As soon as you find out you're expecting, talk to your OB about continuing with running. Chances are your doc will encourage Read more

4 Items That Help Create a Healthy Workspace


Updated 10/14/11 11:51 AM · Posted by · 4 comments

Healthy Items For Your Desk

So, there are a lot of reasons why work leads to weight gain, but being chained to a desk for eight hours a day doesn't mean you have to give up on being healthy. Read on for a few items you should keep at your desk to keep motivated to stay healthy. Healthy snacks. Desk dining may sometimes mean mindless eating, but if your stomach is grumbling during the afternoon you don't want to be Read more

10 Sneaky Toning Moves You Can Do at Work


Updated 06/21/11 6:50 AM · Posted by Self · 5 comments

Toning Exercises You Can Do at Your Desk

We are pumped to share one of our fave stories from Self here on FitSugar! Your office nemesis isn't that know-it-all in the cubicle over, it's lurking right beneath you: your chair! The more you're sitting, the less calories you're burning... not the ideal bikini body plan. Picture this: when sitting, your activity in your muscles drops and the calorie-burning rate decreases to just about one Read more

How Your Wardrobe Can Help You Lose Weight


Updated 08/13/11 1:33 PM · Posted by · 1 comment

How Clothing Can Help With Weight Loss

When we think of weight loss, we can't help but daydream about the adorable clothes we'll be able to wear once we reach our goal weight. For the time being, you can use your present wardrobe to inspire those pounds to drop off. Here's how. Bangle bracelets: Drinking water instead of soda, sugary juices, and high-calorie coffee drinks is a surefire way to cut calories. Getting your fill of Read more

Got the Day Off? Get Out With Your Pup!


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Tips For Walking With Dogs

It's Memorial Day and I'm using today to take an extra long walk with my Boston. He's a fairly energetic dog who can walk quite quickly (as long as it's not too hot), and we're gonna go on a street roaming adventure! I know some of you have big dogs and others have little ones, so everyone's speed needs will be different. Here are a few tips to keep in mind when taking to the streets with your Read more

Boot Camp For Beginners: 7 Things You Should Know


Updated 08/11/11 11:39 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Boot Camp For Beginners

I prefer Pilates and dance classes over high-intensity workouts, but a few weeks ago, I decided to try out my gym's bootcamp class. Thinking "boot camp" would consist of a bunch of girls doing some squats and jogging around the room, I figured I could handle it no problem. You can imagine my shock when I entered a room full of beefy men and started sweating profusely within the first five Read more

Beginner's 5K Training Schedule


Updated 03/20/11 7:16 PM · Posted by · 3 comments

Training Plan For Your First 5K Race

Running your first 5K race is a magical thing! You train, you run, and you realize you like the adrenalin of the race and crossing the finish line is a unique high. Many consider the 5K distance a gateway race; meaning completing this distance leads to other races. If you can run 3.1 miles why not try for 6.2 and compete in a 10K? Why not tackle a triathlon? Since many of you listed running a 5K Read more

10 Things to Know Before Your First 5K


Updated 05/12/11 5:15 AM · Posted by Shape · 0 comments

5K Running Tips

We are excited to share one of our fave stories from Shape here on FitSugar. You've signed up, you've logged the training miles and race day is almost here! Taking on a 5K can be both an exciting and nerve-wracking experience. Here, find the best tips when it comes to running for beginners. These will help you maximize the enjoyment out there — and make your first race fun, fast and Read more