Back to Basics: Walking Forward Lunge


Updated 03/25/09 5:40 AM · Posted by FitSugar · 8 comments

Back to Basics: Walking Forward Lunge

Skin is in this spring, so before you sport your cute shorts, do a few of these leg toning walking forward lunges. Here's how to do it: Stand upright, feet together, holding two light (5-8 pound) dumbbells at your sides (palms facing in). Take a controlled step forward with your left leg. Lower hips toward the floor and bend both knees (almost at 90 degree angles). The back knee should come Read more

The Best Indoor Workout Classes (Because It's Freezing Outside!)


Updated 01/18/12 6:27 AM · Posted by Self · 1 comment

The Best Indoor Workouts For Winter

We are pumped to share one of our favorite stories from Self here on FitSugar! There are lots (and I mean, lots) of reasons why my motivation to work out during the Winter plummets — from the snowy commute to freezing cold winds to the cold, dry air that hits my chest with such force that it becomes hard to breathe. (Ahem, there's a reason I sign up for races that are after September — this Read more

Hollywood-Approved Workouts to Get You in Celeb Shape


Updated 01/06/12 12:45 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

The Best Workouts From Celebrity Trainers

Cameron Diaz's arms, Lady Gaga's abs, and Fergie's legs: just a few of the famous body parts that are the talk of the red carpet. With the help of these nine workouts, you'll be one step closer to being in celebrity shape for 2012. Lady Gaga's Killer Abs Workout Halle Berry's Shoulder and Back Workout Jessica Biel's Core Workout Kate Middleton's Royal-Worthy Arms Jennifer Lopez's Read more

Reader Holiday Gift Guide: For the Fitness Fan on Your List (or You!)


Updated 12/03/11 10:26 AM · Posted by Fit Community · 0 comments

Fitness Gifts From FitSugar Reader

Need a fitness-related gift for fit-minded friends or relative? FitFabCities has you covered. She's rounded up her favorite gifts from foam rollers to iPads. Okay, I’m willing to admit I might be a little weird. Every year for Christmas I ask for some sort of fitness thing. One year it was a BOSU ball, then next it was boxing gloves and last year it was kettlebells, and every December 26th I Read more

One-Minute Makeover Tip: Add a Bit of Flare


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Styling Tip: Wear Flare or Wide-Leg Jeans

Curb unwanted "I have nothing to wear" anxiety before it flares up. By employing your sartorial prowess and unearthing tucked-away wardrobe treasures, you can update and transform any outfit in 60 seconds flat. We've tapped into the chicest of resources — our stylish community and fashionable Fab editors — for simple styling tricks to instantly breathe new life into the back of your closet. Read more

5 Reasons Your Workout Isn't Working


Updated 11/24/11 4:54 PM · Posted by Shape · 2 comments

Why You Are Still Gaining Weight

We are excited to share one of our fave stories from Shape here on FitSugar. Have you been working out consistently for months (maybe even years) and yet the scale is creeping up? Here are five ways your workout could be keeping you from losing weight, and what our experts recommend to start shedding pounds again: 1. Your workout routine is making you eat too much. Is your workout causing you to Read more

Sugar Shout Out: Soleil Moon Frye Talks Cooking With Kids!


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Sugar Shout Out October 27, 2011

Soleil Moon Frye shares tips for bringing kids into the kitchen CelebStyle 101: get Kristen Stewart's cool-girl look! Tips for successful furniture shopping on Craigslist Meet the 6 women leading the technology industry today PopSugar NYC: Hey, hot stuff! Where to find the best hot cocoa in the city What do you know about America's top candy destinations? Hop on board the blunt bang trend See Read more

How Stacy Keibler Got Those Killer Legs


Updated 10/27/11 4:20 AM · Posted by Shape · 0 comments

Stacy Keibler's Leg Workout

We are excited to share one of our fave stories from Shape here on FitSugar. Before she danced with the stars, romanced George Clooney and literally “wrestled” her way to stardom, Stacy Keibler had an impressive career as an actress and model. But, the 5’11 blonde beauty is perhaps best known for one of her most enviable assets: a great pair of legs. We all know that, genetics Read more

October Must Haves!


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FabSugar Editor Must Haves: October 2011

Leaves are turning color, school is back in session, sweaters and vests are emerging from storage, and legs are disappearing under tights: with the arrival of October comes cozy, Fall dressing. With that in mind, our editors are looking for the functional pieces that don't scrimp on chicness via fresh silhouettes, great embellishments, prints, color, and killer accessories. We've honed in on our Read more

Work Out With Lady Gaga


Updated 05/25/11 5:05 AM · Posted by Self · 0 comments

Lady Gaga's Born This Way Workout Playlist

We are pumped to share one of our fave stories from Self here on FitSugar! Lady Gaga has finally dropped her latest masterpiece, and Born This Way was born to inspire our workouts. The '80s-inspired opus is full of gym-ready grooves, from Eurodisco to Latin rhythms. Let's get moving! Gaga training sessions with Harley Pasternak consist of a 25-minute routine combining strength and cardio. The Read more