Do You Cheat at the Gym?


Updated 05/06/07 10:50 AM · Posted by FitSugar · 20 comments

Do You Cheat at the Gym?

For most of us, time at the gym is precious, and we want to make sure we are getting the most out of that time. If you are cheating, you're definitely not getting the most out of your time at the gym. Luckily for us, SparkPeople.com has come up with a great list of the most common ways to cheat as well as how to stop doing them: You use cardio machines with little or no resistance. We've all Read more

Overlooked and Underappreciated: How to Use the Rowing Machine


Updated 05/17/12 8:31 AM · Posted by · 24 comments

Tips For Using the Rowing Machine

The rowing machine can be intimidating, but once you get the hang of it, it's an effective way to spice up your cardio routine. But while the rowing machine, also called an ergometer, is a calorie buster (about 280 calories in 30 minutes for an 130-pound woman) and a good leg and core workout, improper form can lead to back injuries if you're not careful. Read on for our tips on proper rowing Read more

Why Running Isn't Helping You Lose Weight


Updated 05/11/12 11:35 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Why Running Doesn't Help With Weight Loss

You started running months ago, yet every time you hop on the scale, you're let down by the results. What gives? While running does burn mega calories, here are some reasons you may not be seeing the weight-loss results you're after. Postrun Pig-Outs Burning tons of calories can cause a famished feeling afterward, but it's important to fuel wisely. Choose junk food as your recovery food and not Read more

Challenge Your Run: 4 Training Techniques Every Runner Needs


Updated 05/09/12 9:40 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Techniques For Running

Whether you're a beginner or have a few marathons under your belt, every runner can benefit from a little extra training. Here are four techniques to incorporate into weekly workouts that will make you stronger, faster, and more efficient on your feet. Intervals Running at a consistent pace is great for longer training runs, but make workouts more intense by doing intervals. By alternating Read more

How Scarlett Johansson Got in Superhero Shape For The Avengers


Updated 05/07/12 5:45 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

Scarlett Johansson Diet and Fitness Routine For The Avengers

Scarlett Johansson kicks major butt as Black Widow in The Avengers, saving Earth from imminent doom, all while wearing a black catsuit. Between slipping into a skintight costume and unveiling some serious moves against Loki's army, this wasn't a character Scarlett rolled out of bed for. To prep for the physically demanding role, Scarlett worked for almost two months with trainer Bobby Strom and Read more

CrossFit Workouts Anyone Can Do


Updated 05/08/12 10:33 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

CrossFit Workouts For Everyone

Want muscles like Cameron Diaz and Jessica Biel? You may want to try CrossFit. The workout has many devoted fans, not just incredibly fit celebrities, who love it not only for its scalability — workouts are tailored to your current ability, and the difficulty increases as you get better — but also for the mental challenge that comes from pushing yourself further with each workout. So, what Read more

5 Things to Never Do During Indoor Cycling Class


Updated 05/02/12 4:00 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

Indoor Cycling Class Tips

Indoor cycling classes are an amazing cardio workout, but if you don't know what you're doing, you'll walk away frustrated, or, even worse — injured. Compared to other group fitness classes, indoor cardio cycling is also a little harder to pick up on when trying it for the first time. After getting the lowdown on what to expect from your first class, follow these rules on things you should Read more

A Reader Shares How She Lost the Stubborn Last 5 Pounds


Updated 05/02/12 3:35 PM · Posted by · 5 comments

Intervals to Lose the Last 5 Pounds

FitSugar reader spacekatgal shared this inspiring story of how she dropped those last five pounds during her weight-loss journey. She posted her tip in the RunningSugar community group. Hey everybody. I realize this doesn't fall under, "Overshare," but I used to be amazingly overweight — 268 pounds, in fact. It's been a long time, like eight years, but there's still residual damage to my body 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

Learn to Love the VersaClimber With This Short Workout


Updated 04/30/12 9:20 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

What to Do on VersaClimber Cardio Machine

No doubt you've seen the VersaClimber at your gym — that tall piece of equipment, lurking in the corner behind the more popular cardio machines. But the VersaClimber's unpopularity is also its saving grace: there is never anyone using it, so you hop on it without a wait. Since the machine is often empty, you can also use it to add short bursts of cardio to your circuit training sets, just like Read more