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Loud pumping songs are great when I'm trying to push myself on a run or bike ride, but when I'm doing relaxing stretches or low-impact exercise, I need some melodic soothing music. It calms my mind and helps to release all the tension from my body. These are some of my favorite tunes that help me chill out. Total Time: 1:07:57 Source Read more
As the weather changes, just getting out of bed in the mornings can feel like a big undertaking. But trying to motivate yourself to run five miles or make it to that 7 a.m. kickboxing class can feel downright impossible. Yes, exercising in the morning is full of benefits, but you have to actually get up to reap them. Sometimes it's just easier to save hardcore workouts for your lunch hour. Wake Read more
Which cardio machine is right for you? FitSugar reader JessicaSmithTV asks an expert for the answers. She shared what she found in our 10 Pounds Down! community group. The stair master, the stationary bike, and the elliptical — we all have our favorite cardio machine at the gym, but which one is the best one for your body? We asked Dr. Yoav Suprun, DPT, a McKenzie physical therapist at Canyon Read more
If you're into running, there's no doubt you've heard the buzz about barefoot running. It's become trendy for a reason: running barefoot can help you have better form and technique, preventing injury and pain. Runners aren't the only ones who can benefit from ditching their footwear. If walking is your exercise of choice, here are some reasons you'll want to try going barefoot. Active and Read more
During Aunt Flo's monthly visit, feeling crampy, fatigued, or bloated may make it hard to stick to your normal fitness routine. Instead of skipping out on exercise completely, swap high-intensity workouts with something less intense — light exercise can actually help alleviate symptoms associated with PMS and your period. Here are some low-impact workout ideas to send your period's symptoms Read more
Sometimes you just don't want to sweat. Or you're so exhausted from the week's workouts that you can't give it your all. You can still burn a decent number of calories with some low-impact activities. Here are a number of no-sweat ways to burn 100 calories in 30 minutes. Walking: Stretch your limbs and breathe some fresh air without the hard impact that comes from running. Walking at a Read more
From pimples to bloating, cramps to spontaneously bursting into tears, PMS and period symptoms not only have the ability to ruin your day, but they can also put a damper on working out. Since exercise actually alleviates many of these uncomfortable feelings, here are some of the best ways to handle common PMS symptoms while working out. Bloating: Swelling in your lower abdomen doesn't always Read more
Hilary Duff gave birth to Luca Cruz less than two weeks ago, but is already exercising to get her prepregnancy body back. She hit the gym Saturday and tweeted, "20 minutes on the elliptical seems like an eternity!!! What the hell…" Though many obstetricians recommend holding off on exercise until six weeks postpartum (longer for a C-section), every woman is different. Here are some workout tips Read more
Being sick sucks — especially when you're a fitness fanatic. Even if you've passed the "neck check" and seem OK to work out, you should still err on the side of caution since exercise can exacerbate anything worse than a minor cold. Our tips for exercising on a sick day? Take a few days off, lower the intensity of your normal workout by at least half, or go for one of these lower-impact Read more
I don't usually get very fancy with my yoga clothes. A fitted tank with a built-in sports bra is my usual go-to top. It keeps my girls covered and in place, and the fitted body stays put when I go upside down. But some days you ate too many cookies you just don't feel like wearing something tight. You could sport a loose shirt but it doesn't offer the most flattering look, and as soon as you Read more
