Featured
Outside Gear
Sugar Editorial Picks
Fitness Gear for Your Yard
There are thousands of ways to play outside in the Summer months. Here are some fitness gear and games for your yard or a park BBQ that may not burn as many calories as going for an hour long bike ride, but they're fun for the whole family.
Source
View Slideshow ›
Other Search Results
5 Things For Safe Outdoor Workouts
Even though cold temps are moving in, some of you may still love sweating it out in the outdoors. Exercising outside is a great way to lift your spirits, is usually free, and prevents boredom, but you need to be especially aware of your safety. So here are some things you'll need for outdoor workouts.
Have You Ever Fallen While Running?
I went for a run in the woods with my dog yesterday, and I brought the neighbor's dog too, since Bonnie loves the company. This furry friend is almost 100 pounds, and a little clumsy, so when I started doing my sprint intervals, he got excited and sprinted right into me, knocking me clean on my behind. I laid on the ground in shock and held back the tears, while I felt the left side of my bum and elbow throbbing from the impact.
Get Your Butt in Gear: Isotope Jacket
Spring is approaching fast and that means so are the April showers (ugh), which means my outdoor runs are about to get a little messier.
I've been on the hunt for a jacket that I can keep in my desk at work so I can continue my lunch break runs, even if it starts raining unexpectedly. I am happy I've found The Isotope ($89.95), a fully waterproof and breathable jacket.
Go Kayaking to Strengthen Core and Upper Body
If you're too hot to run, bike, or hike outside, but you still want to enjoy the Summer weather, exercising on water is a great way to beat the heat. Kayaking is one of my favorite water sports because it's safe to do alone, or if you prefer some company, you can kayak with a group of people.
The paddling action will effectively tone your arms, back, and abs.
Cold and Flu Tip: Get Outside at Least Once a Day
For many of you, wintry weather doesn't exactly inspire you to spend time outside. It's so nice to stay inside where it's warm, but remember that it's also cold and flu season. So give yourself a break from all those germs floating around, and make time to get outside at least once a day.
Tips For Exercising in the Woods
Now that the weather is warming up, I'm sure many of you are excited to get back outside with your workouts. Walking, jogging, and riding your bike in the woods can be both physically challenging and emotionally releasing at the same time, so it's a favorite exercise spot for many. There are only a few things you need to consider when cruising along woodland trails.
You Asked: My First Winter Running Outdoors
Dear Fit,
I've been running consistently, at least three times a week for a couple years now. I live where the Winters are cold and snowy, and last year I moved all my workouts and runs into a gym, but I really didn't love it. I decided that this year, I wouldn't let the cold stop me from continuing my outdoor runs.
Excuse-Proof Morning Workout: Sleep With, Not in, Your Clothes
Well it's September, and for many of us, a crisp Fall breeze is in the air, especially in the early mornings. If you're one of those people who love to exercise outside before work, then you're probably realizing that Summer is quickly waving goodbye. I know when I'm cold, I don't feel very motivated to move.
Stress
In This Report- Highlights
- Introduction
- The Body's Response
- Complications
- Conditions with Similar Sym...
- Treatment
- Risk Factors
- Lifestyle Changes
- Resources
- References
- Some people are pre-programmed for a heightened response to stress by conditions in the womb. Pregnant women under stress who eat a diet high in protein and low in carbohydrates have babies with higher cortisol levels. Later on, these levels increase in response to stress.
- The impact of stress on the heart and circulation system is becoming more clear.
More on FitSugar
Fall Award Season
Top Brands
Vivienne Westwood
Bloch
Rusty Neal