Chi Running: Use Your Mind to Run, Not Just Your Feet


Updated 05/13/09 11:02 AM · Posted by FitSugar · 1 comment

Chi Running: Use Your Mind to Run, Not Just Your Feet

Chi Running (or Mindful Running) is the latest trend to quietly hit the streets, literally. WebMD got the basics of Chi Running from Danny Dreyer, an ultra-marathon runner and author of the book Chi Running: A Revolutionary Approach to Effortless, Injury-Free Running. Focus Your Mind: Your mind instructs your muscles to start working or relaxing. Your mind orchestrates the perfect run, starting Read more

Why Everyone (Even 20-Somethings) Should Make a Will


Updated 05/22/12 10:02 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Should I Make a Will?

Getting a will is not just for those who are on the cusp of retiring. People of all ages should consider writing one, says Business Insider. Here's why. Despite the well-known fact that everyone alive today will kick the bucket at one point or another, nearly 60 percent of Americans admitted in a 2011 poll conducted by online legal service Rocket Lawyer that they didn't have a will. RELATED: 14 Read more

How Not to Destroy Your Marriage


Updated 05/18/12 12:53 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

How Not to Destroy Your Marriage

We're happy to present this story from one of our favorite sites, The Good Men Project. Today, Mark Tyrrell offers eight relationship tools to make your marriage work. "All marriages are happy. It's the living together afterward that causes all the trouble." — Raymond Hull So how do you make your marriage work? Or do you just blindly hope it'll take care of itself? Think of a hot, successful Read more

An Everyday Athlete Is Still an Athlete


Updated 05/18/12 12:25 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

A Title IX Woman Athlete's Story

We are pumped to share one of our fave stories from espnW here on FitSugar! By Risa Isard On June 23, 1972, Title IX was signed into law, leveling the playing field for female athletes. To mark the 40th anniversary, espnW explore the impact of this landmark legislation. You might not know me, but chances are you know someone like me. I'm that girl who grew up playing hoops in the driveway with Read more

Geek Grad: How to Land a Web Developer Job


Updated 05/16/12 12:40 PM · Posted by · 1 comment

How to Get a Web Developer Job

Tech-minded 2012 grads are eager to pursue a job in web or computer programming, named one of the year's top 10 best jobs. We spoke to a web development recruiter for tips on landing that first entry-level job. From the most important coding languages to industry expectations, check out these tips to get closer to your web developing dreams. Education Earn the degree: Almost all web developers Read more

Healthy Dose Link Time: Load Up on Omega-3s With This Easy Salmon Recipe


Updated 05/15/12 11:17 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Balsamic-Glazed Salmon Recipe

Your easy weeknight dinner: balsamic-glazed salmon — Eating Bird Food A protein bar battle royale: Nature Valley vs. Clif Mojo — Fit Bottomed Girls Time to celebrate —a cookie you can have for breakfast! — The Fitnessista 7 reasons to start every day with hot water and lemon — Mind Body Green Learn how experts cope with the big and little stresses of life — Daily Spark The healthy Read more

"Do I Have the Right to Be Upset?"


Updated 05/12/12 3:18 PM · Posted by · 7 comments

Did I Do Something Wrong?

This question is from a Group Therapy post in our TrèsSugar Community. Add your advice in the comments! I met this dude on an online dating site, because that's what people do nowadays and also I'm shy so it provides a medium for me that's less intimidating. I create a profile and in three hours we find each other and we talk from about midnight until 6am about everything pretty much. It was so Read more

A Reader's First Half Marathon Is Full of Triumphs and a Little Bit of Embarrassment


Updated 05/03/12 12:45 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Having to Pee During a Marathon

FitSugar reader Dhitri has an embarrassing tale about her first half marathon. She shared her story in our RunningSugar community group. Help her out by sharing your own funny or embarrassing race tales below! So you know I ran my first half and had the greatest time ever. There were a few blunders, of course (what's a race without 'em?). Firstly, I arrived only half an hour before the start. 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

PopSugar TV This Week: The Best At-Home Peels, How to Get Gwyneth's Butt, and Kate Middleton's Spring Style


Updated 04/29/12 6:05 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Best At-Home Skin Peels BellaSugar TV Video

Just in time for today's royal anniversary, FabSugar TV brings us the latest in Kate Middleton's style and shows us how to wear this season's sporty trend. In the fitness world, Tracy Anderson shares Gwyneth Paltrow's secrets to getting a perfectly toned behind, while we also help you find the best running shoes for your feet. Yum is getting us in the Summer party mind-set with fast and easy Read more