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Look Like Gym Royalty in Purple Workout Gear

FitSugar — Mon, 04 Apr 2011 12:46:21 PDT

Purple continues to be a popular hue on the red carpet, in beauty, and even for home décor, so why not incorporate even more of this sought-after shade into your workouts. Here are some fun pieces to spice up your fitness style.

Snake from top left: Lululemon Tee ($58), Nike Hyper Cool Tank ($35), Puma Racerback Tank ($30), Reebok EasyTone ($99), Gingham Tempo Shorts ($32), Nike Boycut Shorts ($28), Nike Rebel Sports Bra ($60), Nike Sprint Jacket ($55), Tanya-b Capris ($76), Nike Training Capris ($45), Lucy Yoga Mat ($20), Puma TFX Sprint Shoes ($65), Adidas Bag ($56), Relic Chronograph Watch ($35)

Workout Style: Colorblocking

FitSugar — Tue, 29 Mar 2011 15:10:42 PDT

Spring is here, which means it's time to liven up those dark and drab workout wardrobes even if it's still rainy. Two of the biggest trends this year are nude hues and colorblocking. From fashion to home decor, bright color combinations are everywhere you look. Whether you are working up a major sweat sesh or running errands, you will certainly stand out in an illuminating ensemble like this one. We combined neons - fabulous fuchsia, vivid yellow, and electric blue - to get this fab look, but there are many ways to work the trend. Show us your favorite way to colorblock your fitness gear.

Clockwise from top left: Nike Airborne Tank ($45), Nike Dri Fit Sports Bra ($36), American Apparel Denim Fluorescent Gym Bag ($18), Puma Loop Watch ($50), Nike Pegasus Running Shoes ($100), Nike Hero Shorts ($25)

Run Lightly: Minimalist Shoes For Spring

Susi May — Tue, 29 Mar 2011 04:00:52 PDT

Barefoot running seems to be more than a passing trend; it seems everywhere I look, runners are wearing the Vibram 5 Finger ~~gloves for your feet~~ shoes. Many popular fitness shoe brands, following Nike's lead with it's line of Free running shoes, are responding to this craze by creating lightweight minimalist sneakers. These running shoes protect your feet without over cushioning them. Here are five sneakers that bridge the gap between heavily fortified running shoes and no shoes at all.

FitSugar Spring Must Haves

FitSugar — Fri, 11 Mar 2011 12:20:12 PST

Spring is almost here, at least according to the calendar. To psych yourself up for the changing of the seasons, we asked you to share your fitness must haves for this week's challenge of the Get Fit For 2011 giveaway. We're joining in the fun, too! Here are five pieces of fitness gear that are helping us gear up for Spring.

Be sure to share your fitness must haves in our Get Fit For 2011 group to enter our weekly giveaway of a $100 Nike gift card and a chance to win our grand prize - a four-day fitness boot camp in LA, which includes a nutritional consultation with the C&J Nutrition team!

Transition Into Spring With Athletic Hoodies and Jackets

Susi May — Thu, 10 Mar 2011 03:45:19 PST

March truly does comes in like a lion and for those blustery days you need to cover up. Spring workout fashion is all about creating versatile layers with a hoodie or jacket. Here are a few pieces to keep you cozy to and from your workouts.

In clockwise order starting at the top left: Alo Origami Jacket ($85); Athleta Tech Stretch Hoodie ($118); Puma Lightweight Cover Up ($35); Lolё Truly zip hoodie ($90); Prana Mandie Hoodie ($70); Hornytoad Delectable Hoodie ($68).

What's Your Favorite Sneaker Brand?

FitSugar — Wed, 01 Dec 2010 03:47:52 PST

Today is the first day of the last month of the year and we're starting to get a little nostalgic. We want to know about your favorite things of 2010 and we're starting at the bottom with shoes! Things might have been up and down this year, but hopefully your sneakers stayed true. Tell us, what did you wear on your feet while keeping fit during 2010?

Gifts That Carry on: 5 Stylish Gym Bags

FitSugar — Thu, 04 Nov 2010 05:50:50 PDT

When it comes to the gym, bags are often an afterthought. As someone who finally got a real deal gym bag from lululemon, I can't stress how awesome and practical it is to own a bag that is made specifically for fitness. Gym bags are made with tons of necessary pockets to keep everything in order, constructed for easy cleaning, and are also well ventilated to avoid funk. And this is why your fitness-loving gal is going to love you for gifting her with one of these bags.

Puma's Fitness Lux bag ($60) is for the girl who wants the practicality of a gym bag without sacrificing on style; its slouchy hobo style fools onlookers that she's more fashion than function. If she's more utilitarian in her look, pick out the adidas by Stella McCartney Plico bag ($112); the blue canvas material is so on point with the military trend. Maybe your gal pal is a bit flashier and likes to bring the bling? Then grab her the gold and black Nike Club bag ($70). Or, get back to basics with Puma's Fitness bag ($51). If it's lively you want, it's lively you get; the adidas Anya Day duffel ($45) has cartoons, anime, and video games written all over it.

Trade Your Old Sneaks For New Pumas

FitSugar — Wed, 23 Jun 2010 10:00:03 PDT

It's time to clean out your closet! Stylish shoe brand and athletic apparel maker Puma is partnering with the nonprofit Soles4Souls to give do-gooders a good deal.

Between now and July 11, when you bring a pair of gently worn shoes (any kind, any brand) into a Puma store, Puma will give you 30 percent off on a new pair of sneakers or 15 percent off at its outlet stores. While there, you can also make a monetary donation to Soles4Souls, which provides shoes to people in need around the world. In addition to its casual sneakers, Puma makes cute running shoes, like these Street Kosmos MP Women's Running Shoes ($65), so check out the selection and see what you like.

Trend Alert: Sporty Summer Kicks

FabSugar — Tue, 25 May 2010 07:50:22 PDT

I barely recognized Tinsley Mortimer here. Have we ever seen her in sporty Summer kicks? She's usually dolled up in heels; I like pared-down Tinsley. She smartly complemented her alice + olivia '70s-print tank dress with some slip-on Chucks. This look is perfect for a concert, tourist adventure, or other active endeavor. My go-to brands are Keds, Converse, Adidas, Puma, and Sanuk's sidewalk sandals, for the sand-loving stylist.

Solar-Charged Puma Phone Races Onto Shelves This Year

GeekSugar — Tue, 16 Feb 2010 11:00:12 PST

Although the Puma phone will hit European markets first, I'm totally excited to get my hands on this baby, and it seems like it may be worth the wait. The Puma Phone is custom designed from the inside out by the athletic company, but let's start with the obvious: it can be charged via an outlet or by the sun with its built-in solar panel. Hot! Additionally, Puma has created its very own operating system - a carousel-based menu gives you easy access to messaging, music, videos, photos, radio, and GPS, plus you can buy Puma products and get access to Puma World right from your mobile while on the go. Talk about impulse shopping!

The Puma phone sports a 2.8-inch touchscreen, and comes stocked with a 3.2MP camera with an LED flash. Some of the cooler features for you active and mobile geeks include video calling, an integrated pedometer and stopwatch, a run tracker, and geotagging, so if you're out on a hike and find a hidden waterfall, you can snap a pic and know where to head next time you want to take a peek. The Puma Phone will hit Europe in April and will then roll out to international markets shortly thereafter. No prices have announced yet, so check back for more release details!