10 Sneaky Toning Moves You Can Do at Work


Updated 06/21/11 6:50 AM · Posted by · 5 comments

Toning Exercises You Can Do at Your Desk

We are pumped to share one of our fave stories from Self here on FitSugar! Your office nemesis isn't that know-it-all in the cubicle over, it's lurking right beneath you: your chair! The more you're sitting, the less calories you're burning... not the ideal bikini body plan. Picture this: when sitting, your activity in your muscles drops and the calorie-burning rate decreases to just about one Read more

Get a Shower Fresh Feel Postworkout, Sans Shower


Updated 06/25/10 8:56 AM · Posted by FitSugar · 1 comment

How to Freshen Up at the Office After Working Out

My bike ride to work today was uncomfortably hot, and since there aren't any showers in my office, I was left feeling a sweaty mess. The same goes for my friend who works down the street and runs to work at least three times a week. But, between the two of us, we've collected a few tips that help us feel shower fresh before getting back to the office. Bring an extra change of clothes. Whenever I Read more

Minutes to a Healthier You: Make a Date With the Stairs


Updated 05/26/11 2:15 PM · Posted by FitSugar · 4 comments

Take the Stairs at Work For Exercise

An easy strategy for staying fit and developing a healthy lifestyle is to always take the stairs. It's a great way to burn calories, build endurance, and strengthen the legs. But taking the stairs might not seem reasonable if you work on the 20th floor; or, on the flip side, maybe you don't encounter enough stairs in your daily routine. Yesterday, a friend cut our conversation short because, as Read more

How Rihanna Got In Soldier-Worthy Shape For Battleship


Updated 05/18/12 9:49 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Rihanna's Fitness Training For Battleship

To get in shape to play Battleship's hard-hitting Petty Officer Cora Raikes, Rihanna geared up to work alongside the real-life Navy. From weapons training to boot camp, find out how the pop songstress got in shape for her big-screen debut. Drop and give me 20: Forget what you think you know about bootcamp workouts. Rihanna's training was the real deal. She worked alongside Navy soldiers, Read more

Learn How to Give a Great Neck Massage


Updated 05/09/12 9:25 AM · Posted by · 4 comments

How to Give a Great Neck Massage

A tense, stiff neck can interfere with your daily life, and even worse, your fitness training! Watch this video to learn the pin and stretch massage method to lengthen overworked muscles in the neck, upper back, and shoulders. Try this quick and easy technique after a hard workout, a long day at the office, or to simply unwind. You can even use the massage method on yourself! Press play and learn Read more

8 Ways to Stay Upbeat on Your Job Hunt


Updated 05/07/12 6:47 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

How to Be Positive When Unemployed

A recent study revealed that staying positive on your job hunt ensures you a better chance of scoring a job. Staying upbeat in the face of multiple rejections can be quite tough — here are a couple of ways to cope: Avoid talking to negative people. You need all the cheerleading you can get, so try not to talk to those who have lost all hope and are trying to get you to feel the same way. Read more

6 Best Ways to Flatten Your Belly By Summer


Updated 05/11/12 3:00 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

How to Get a Flat Belly For Summer

We are pumped to share one of our fave stories from Prevention here on FitSugar! By the Editors of Prevention A toned, flat tummy is a goal many of us strive to achieve in time for bathing suit season, but endless crunches and ditching all your favorite foods until July 4th isn’t the right—or fun—way to do it. A sculpted core and trim tummy can be attained by incorporating small changes Read more

How to Combat That Afternoon Slump


Updated 05/03/12 1:50 PM · Posted by · 3 comments

How to Stay Energized in the Afternoon

Sometimes, you just can't beat that afternoon slump. Sitting at a desk all day can leave you feeling the opposite of energetic, especially around those postlunch hours when our bodies expend more energy digesting or we crash from the effects of our morning cup of coffee — and when that happens, don't think you can always rely on energy drinks. Besides their long list of unpronounceable Read more

Andrew Garfield Nominated For a Tony


Updated 05/01/12 10:20 AM · Posted by · 1 comment

Celebrity News For May 1 2012 Early Edition

Andrew Garfield nominated for a Tony for his work in Death of a Salesman — People Enjoy these amazing Tom Hiddleston smiling pictures — Lainey Gossip Miley's latest revealing workout ensemble — HuffPost Entertainment Christina Aguilera wears a tiara and no pants — TooFab Jason Segel gets along swimmingly with Michelle Williams's daughter — Us Weekly 6 juicy bits from the new Simon Read more

Everyday Activities That Make Your Allergies Worse


Updated 04/27/12 1:50 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Things That Make Allergies Worse

Most of us are psyched for warmer weather, but allergy sufferers are cursing runny noses, congestion, red eyes, and itchy throats. You may not realize it, but here are the everyday things that can aggravate your symptoms. Exercising outside is a no-brainer when temps start going up, but not so for those allergic to pollen. If you can't bear to skip outdoor workouts, try to exercise early in the Read more