A New Way to Hydrate


Updated 07/01/09 4:21 PM · Posted by · 11 comments

A New Way to Hydrate

Introducing the all-new Propel®, a great tasting water beverage that is enhanced with fruit flavors and nutrients to uplift your water drinking experience. Propel® contains a combination of antioxidants and B vitamins to help nourish the body and comes in seven crisp, delicious flavors to fit your taste preferences. Simply choose from lemon, berry, grape, kiwi-strawberry, Read more

ShopStyle 100


Updated 06/14/09 5:45 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

ShopStyle 100

The subject is Brandology 100, and luckily your homework has been done for you. ShopStyle and Propel® have partnered to bring you The ShopStyle 100, a real time look at the up-and-coming, most popular, and favorite designers across ShopStyle. ShopStyle brands are ranked daily according to users' shopping data, taking into account the brands with the most clicks, searches, or adds to Read more

Your Style.Propelled


Updated 11/16/09 5:25 AM · Posted by · 4 comments

Your Style.Propelled

ShopStyle.com and Propel® are pleased to introduce Style.Propelled, three key ShopStyle enhancements that will make it easier to filter down to your desired shopping environment, customize brands in your personal shopping mall, and rank your favorite brands among other ShopStyle consumer’s brands. My Brands My Brands is your very own virtual shopping mall. It’s the home for your favorite Read more

Shop the Story


Updated 05/31/09 6:27 PM · Posted by · 1 comment

Shop the Story

It's the little things in life. Like knowing all of the latest shopping trends and fashion tidbits but not having to spend hours trawling the web to find them across multiple sources. That's the philosophy behind Shopping.Propelled — the one-stop shop for all the latest style stories, tips, tricks, and must haves, brought to you by the Sugar Network and Propel. Whether you are on the hunt for Read more

Running on a Treadmill vs. Running Outdoors


Updated 12/15/09 10:51 AM · Posted by FitSugar · 8 comments

Running on a Treadmill vs. Running Outdoors

You may opt to run on a treadmill because it is convenient but you may be choosing the treadmill because it is easier as well. Have you ever run three miles on a treadmill and thought, "That was a piece of cake," but then when you run three miles outside you think, "I thought I was in shape; that was so hard!" The reason is that running on a treadmill is a lot different than running outdoors and Read more

From the Fit Community: The Best Cardio Machine For Your Body


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Which Cardio Machine Is Best?

Which cardio machine is right for you? FitSugar reader JessicaSmithTV asks an expert for the answers. She shared what she found in our 10 Pounds Down! community group. The stair master, the stationary bike, and the elliptical — we all have our favorite cardio machine at the gym, but which one is the best one for your body? We asked Dr. Yoav Suprun, DPT, a McKenzie physical therapist at Canyon 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

3 Reasons to Take Your Walk Outside


Updated 05/04/12 5:53 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

How Walking Outside Burns More Calories Than the Treadmill

Walking briskly is a great option for those looking to do a low-impact workout that's easy on the joints or one you can squeeze into your workday without needing a shower afterward. You could hit the gym and walk on a treadmill, but if you want to burn more calories, here are three reasons you should take your walking feet outside. A treadmill belt is flat, consistent, predictable, and Read more

A Body Check That Won't Hurt: Tips For Proper Running Form


Updated 04/23/12 10:50 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Running Form Tips

Running is all about stepping one foot in front of the other. Sounds easy enough, right? But if your running form is incorrect, you'll end up with aches, strains, and injuries that could prevent you from lacing up your sneaks at all. Make sure to avoid these running-form mistakes the next time you hit the treadmill, trail, or pavement. Head: It sometimes feels good to close your eyes and relax Read more

Don't Forget These Stretches After a Run


Updated 04/13/12 4:10 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

Postrunning Stretches For Hips, IT Band, and Calves

After your run, your legs are probably in need of a good stretch. But it's not all quads, hamstrings, and glutes. Don't forget these areas when stretching after your jog. Hip flexors: Combat all that forward propelling (and desk sitting) with stretches that open up and loosen those all-important hip flexors. Tight hip flexors can lead to back pain and a limited range of motion, so make sure you Read more