Are You Feeling It? The Treadmill Walkstation


Updated 07/16/08 9:47 AM · Posted by FitSugar · 29 comments

Are You Feeling It? The Treadmill Walkstation

Hey all you 9 to 5-ers. You'll have to come up with another excuse for not working out besides "I don't have time." This new Walkstation allows you to walk while you work. The Mayo Clinic experimented with the vertical workstation and now it looks like it might be coming to the masses. A treadmill attached to a desk? This could be a genius idea, aside from the fact that a lot of times I use Read more

How to Mix Business With Fitness


Updated 10/21/07 2:30 AM · Posted by FitSugar · 4 comments

How to Mix Business With Fitness

Recently, we all learned that successful folks are more likely to be exercisers than their less successful counterparts. That being said, mixing business and fitness is not always an easy task. Some professionals have found a way to work in the workouts, and here are a few ideas you may consider to add fitness to your own resume: Make "workout meetings." Go for a jog with a fitness-minded Read more

The Next Addition to The Shops at Target Revealed


Updated 05/14/12 10:34 AM · Posted by · 3 comments

The Curiosity Shoppe at The Shops at Target

San Francisco dwellers might already be familiar with the Curiosity Shoppe, but come Sept. 9, Target will be adding the San Francisco-based store as its second flight of The Shops at Target. Curiosity Shoppe founders, Lauren Smith and Derek Fagerstrom, will curate the 60-plus-piece collection, including entertaining accessories, stationery, kitchenware, games, crafts, and curiosities, ranging Read more

Not So Fast: 4 Ways Post-Workout Snacks Lead to Weight Gain


Updated 05/08/12 11:50 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

What Snacks to Eat After a Workout

After finishing an intense workout, refueling is a must to restore water, electrolytes, and energy. But if you're not careful the snack you choose could end up undoing the good you've done, leading to extra pounds on the scale. Before grabbing just any old snack after working out, learn how the wrong choice can lead to weight gain. Chowing on a minimeal: A post-workout snack is just that — a Read more

13 Health Gimmicks You Can Stop Wasting Money On


Updated 05/01/12 12:20 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Health Gimmicks to Avoid

Consumers have a tendency of falling for the next big health gimmick. Save your money on health duds with these Business Insider tips. No matter how many times we're told otherwise, Americans' obsession with get-healthy-quick schemes will likely never die. Too bad most of these fads aren't worth their weight in salt — or your hard-earned dollars. We've put together a list of some of the worst Read more

Dos and Don'ts of Running With a Buddy


Updated 03/23/12 7:05 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

Etiquette of Running With a Partner

Most days I fit my workout in whenever I can, so I tend to sweat it out alone. But I love the days when I can meet up with my running buddy and we hit the trail together — I run a lot longer when chatting it up with a friend. There are definitely some dos and dont's when it comes to running with another friend, so keep these in mind the next time you head out with a partner. DO call if you're Read more

Embarrassing Yoga Moments: Don't Let Them Happen to You


Updated 03/24/12 8:56 PM · Posted by · 4 comments

Embarrassing Yoga Class Moments and How to Prevent Them

Yoga class is supposed to be all serene and spiritual, but it's hard to feel enlightened when you break the silence by loudly breaking wind. We're all adults, so we shouldn't feel embarrassed, but it's hard to bounce back into bliss after such an awkward distraction. Plenty can happen during a yoga class to make you want to crawl under your mat and hide, and although you can't prevent everything, Read more

8 Ways to Motivate and Get Off Your Cold Weather Butt


Updated 10/27/11 6:03 AM · Posted by · 3 comments

Ways to Motivate Yourself to Work Out During the Winter

We are pumped to share one of our fave stories from Self here on FitSugar! I got chills. They're multiplying. But they're not of the Grease Lightening variety. It's getting cold (nearly 75 degrees in LA) and I'm starting to see visions of couches, heavy meals, hot chocolate and layered clothing (to hide the blubber!). What? You need fat for warmth . . . supposedly. Okay, fine. Better nip this Read more

New Hybrid Class: Spinning and Yoga


Updated 06/14/11 2:26 PM · Posted by · 2 comments

Spinning and Yoga Together in One Fitness Class

Since the new millennium rolled around, it seems like the ancient practice of yoga has been mixed with almost every form of exercise, from the Pilates hybrid Yogalates to kickboxing's Koga. A new yoga mashup is making its way into the fitness world: yoga and spinning. Before your third eye conjures up images of holding a downward-facing dog while clipped in on a stationary bike, let me explain Read more

Got the Day Off? Get Out With Your Pup!


Updated 05/31/11 11:49 AM · Posted by PetSugar · 7 comments

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