Tips on Choosing a Gym


Updated 12/01/09 11:44 AM · Posted by FitSugar · 9 comments

Tips on Choosing a Gym

Now that the weather is getting colder, it's harder to motivate to exercise outdoors. That's where the gym comes in. So many health clubs offer great new rates for the fall, so if you're looking to join, now is a great time. How do you choose a gym? These tips should help you. Consider location. If it's more than a 10-minute walk or car ride from your home or office, chances are you'll be less Read more

An Everyday Athlete Is Still an Athlete


Updated 05/18/12 12:25 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

A Title IX Woman Athlete's Story

We are pumped to share one of our fave stories from espnW here on FitSugar! By Risa Isard On June 23, 1972, Title IX was signed into law, leveling the playing field for female athletes. To mark the 40th anniversary, espnW explore the impact of this landmark legislation. You might not know me, but chances are you know someone like me. I'm that girl who grew up playing hoops in the driveway with Read more

Thinking About a Juice Cleanse? 4 Ways It Can Cause Weight Gain


Updated 05/18/12 11:15 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Will I Gain Weight From a Juice Cleanse?

Whether it's to improve energy, clear acne, Spring clean the digestive system, or shed a few pounds, juice cleansing is all the rage now. Even celebs like Gwyneth Paltrow and Nicole Richie are buzzing about the benefits of liquid detoxing. Before you splurge on a juicer or lay down the dough for a liquid detox program, learn how a juice cleanse may lead to weight gain. Hard-to-measure liquid Read more

Fit Tip: Take Your Strength Training Routine Outside


Updated 05/08/12 2:20 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

Ways to Strength Train Outside

As soon as the hint of Summer comes along, I'm all about taking my workout outside. I'll admit, however, that for me, forgoing the gym for the great outdoors usually means I'm out for a run. Luckily, there are many ways I can take more than my cardio outside. Here are some ideas for enjoying the fresh air while you tone up and stretch out. Take a bootcamp class: Ready to get whipped into shape Read more

How to Avoid Gaining Weight While Dating


Updated 05/04/12 5:45 PM · Posted by FitSugar · 16 comments

Tips on Avoiding Weight Gain While Dating

Being in a relationship is so exciting that spending so much time together can cause your healthy lifestyle to fly out the window. You may even adopt some of your partner's unhealthy habits. That can add up to some extra pounds on the scale, so here are some tips to prevent weight gain while dating. Remember that eating an extra 500 calories a day will make you gain a pound in one week, so be Read more

4 Bad Habits Keeping You From Reaching Your Fitness Goals


Updated 05/03/12 2:25 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

Bad Fitness Habits to Avoid

You may think you're right on track with your fitness regimen, but if you're not seeing the results you expect, these surprising bad habits may be to blame. Sure, there's something to be said for a steady schedule, but do you remember to switch it up every once in a while? From unreasonable goals to dull solo workout sessions, here are four bad patterns to avoid if you're hoping to improve your Read more

Katie Holmes and Suri Cruise Spend the Day With a Familiar Character


Updated 04/27/12 1:50 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

Katie Holmes and Suri Cruise Leave NYC Apartment Pictures

Katie Holmes visited an NYC gym this morning then later left her apartment in the company of Suri and a famous mouse, Angelina Ballerina. Suri loves exploring the city with her dolls, and this time Angelina joined the pair on their daily activities. The girls are back in the Big Apple following a recent visit to Louisiana, where Tom Cruise is shooting his latest project, Oblivion. Few details Read more

Healthy Ways to Spend Your Tax Refund


Updated 04/16/12 1:20 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

Use Your Tax Refund For Fitness

Hopefully by now you've been able to file your taxes (if you haven't, don't worry, you still have one more day!). If you're lucky enough to be getting a tax refund this year, here's how to use those dollars to fund a healthy routine. Stock up your home gym: No time to trek to the gym every day? With the right home gym equipment, you'll have no excuses to skip a workout. To help you get started, Read more

Miranda Kerr Goes From a Sexy Gym Date With Orlando to Hot Short Shorts in LA


Updated 04/03/12 8:53 AM · Posted by · 3 comments

Miranda Kerr Workout Clothes Pictures

Miranda Kerr had a busy day in sunny LA yesterday. First she met her husband Orlando Bloom at a gym in Beverly Hills. She wore a sexy spandex outfit with a red bra while Orlando rocked purple sweat pants. The couple arrived and once they wrapped up their workout, left separately. Later in the day, Miranda rocked tiny short shorts and a hot pink top to run errands. Miranda had an exciting weekend Read more

How to Stay Forever Young Like Madonna


Updated 05/25/12 9:59 AM · Posted by · 2 comments

How Madonna Stays in Shape

We are pumped to share one of our fave stories from Fitness Magazine here on FitSugar! When you see Madonna on a talk show this week promoting her new album, MDNA (out now!), or during one of the stops on her world tour, which kicks off on May 29, you’ll be checking out moves choreographed by former Broadway dancer Nicole Winhoffer. She appeared in shows like Wicked and 42nd Street, among Read more