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You've heard that you should take at least 10,000 steps a day. You know you are supposed to get 150 minutes of moderate exercise a week. Now combining those two means of measuring your exercise output, you can find your moderate rate of exercise. And it is as simple as taking 100 steps in one minute. This means walking briskly, as if you are late for a very important date and not simply strolling Read more
During the holiday season we are all pressed for time, but stress can turn you into a "bah humbugging" Scrooge. One thing that is guaranteed to help is exercise. It is true that moderate exercise can improve your mood. Instead of thinking of your workout as something you need to check off your to-do list, remember exercise is great coping mechanism for stress. I have also found when I am in a Read more
Still having problems kicking that nasty little smoking habit? Well, recent research published in the Addiction journal has found that even just five minutes of moderate exercise, such as walking, significantly reduces the intensity of smokers' nicotine withdrawal symptoms. While this may seem rather impractical at times, maybe you want to consider it for your smoking breaks at work. So next Read more
Sometimes a healthy life isn't the easiest to live. It can be so hard to resist temptations in the form of desserts and comfy couches. And although regular exercise is one of the best ways to combat any bad effects from those temptations to prolong your life, it doesn't always have to be about getting in a strenuous, sweaty, heart-pumping workout. Here are two low-key ways to help you live a long Read more
We are pumped to share one of our fave stories from Prevention here on FitSugar! By Jenna Bergen, Prevention With so many people offering advice on weight loss, it can be hard to separate fact from fiction. All too often I’ve overheard a hardworking gym-goer sharing a well-meaning but ill-informed tip with another exerciser. And I’m not the only one who’s heard fitness folklore being Read more
If the movie trailer for The Five-Year Engagement is any indication, then we're in for a treat! The romantic comedy is set to hit theaters tomorrow, and to celebrate, we're taking a look at how its star Emily Blunt stays so healthy and fit. She lets herself indulge: Emily has been vocal about avoiding strict diets (with the exception of shaping up for a few movie roles), instead choosing to Read more
How often do you work out? A new study has concluded that women don't exercise as much as men, and the inadequate amount of exercise women are getting per day may be contributing to conditions like high blood pressure, high blood sugar levels, and heart conditions. The Preventative Medicine study tracked movements of over 1,000 men and women for at least four days and found that on average while Read more
A recent study from the American Journal of Preventative Medicine found that there are tried-and-true strategies to losing weight — and yes, they are exactly what you expect. The report tracked 4,000 obese adults for one year to see what worked and what didn't on their quest to lose weight. After a year, 40 percent of those on the study had lost over five percent of their weight, and 20 Read more
Around here, there's no exercise we don't love. Yoga, running, and rock climbing all have a place in our hearts. But we don't discount the most unassuming exercise of all, walking. It's a great no-fuss way to exercise (all you need are comfortable walking shoes!), and a moderately intense pace — 100 steps per minute — is the key to losing weight. If you're in the mood for taking advantage of Read more
Whether you ran too hard, tried out your first TRX class, or woke up feeling unusually achy after a gym session, muscle soreness after working out is commonplace. While sore muscles are a sign that you're challenging your body, they can also put a damper on fitness goals. Here are seven ways to treat and prevent everyday soreness associated with working out. Massage: If you're looking to relax Read more
