"ACT"ivism: NikeTown 5K


Updated 03/15/07 7:22 AM · Posted by FitSugar · 1 comment

"ACT"ivism: NikeTown 5K

You may have noticed that I am always trying to convince you guys to do a 5K or a fun run and it turns out that NikeTown has the same motive in mind. The NikeTown 5K (or the NikeGo 1 Mile) is dedicated to youth physical fitness and 100% of all entry fees will be donated to the local Physical Fitness, play and athletic program of your choice! The cost is only $20 (great for a race) and that Read more

Kristen Stewart Talks Badass Fairy Tales, Bella Swan, and Her New Leading Man on Snow White Set Visit


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Kristen Stewart Quotes on Snow White and the Huntsman Set

Last October, we were so excited to pay a visit to the set of Snow White and the Huntsman outside London. We got a sneak peek into the amazing world Kristen Stewart and her costars, including Chris Hemsworth, Sam Claflin, Charlize Theron, and more, inhabited while shooting the action-packed fairy-tale movie. We have tons to come from our day poking around the remarkable set and learning about Read more

Race Up the Empire State Building Is Tonight!


Updated 02/08/12 5:28 PM · Posted by · 2 comments

Empire State Building Run-Up Is February 8, 2012

I'm all for jogging up stairs to warm up before a run, and I've even come to love running hills. But running straight up the 86 flights of stairs it takes to get to the top of the Empire State building seems grueling. That's just what the 650 brave souls who are entered in the 35th Annual Empire State Building Run-Up Race are doing tonight. Keep reading to find out how long it took last year's Read more

The Five Best Races For Women


Updated 02/11/12 4:10 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Best Races For Women From Marathons to 5Ks

We are excited to share one of our fave stories from espnW here on FitSugar! By Dimity McDowell and Sarah Bowen Shea Sage Steele, SportsCenter anchor, is preparing to run the Disney Princess Half Marathon at Walt Disney World on Feb. 26 and hoping to fall in love with running in the process. Follow Sage’s journey on espnW.com Women's races offer a decidedly different vibe than their coed Read more

Bring Sexy Back With This Quick Exercise


Updated 02/12/12 9:52 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

Superman Back Exercise

We tend to obsess about toning our abs, but strengthening the back is important for keeping the torso in balance. One of our fave core exercises, the superman works the back extensors, which run on either side of the spine, as well as the glutes. Press play and learn how to take care of your spine while strengthening your back. Read more

Angelina Jolie Looks Ladylike in Black at the Berlin Film Festival


Updated 02/13/12 9:41 AM · Posted by · 5 comments

Angelina Jolie Black Dress at Berlin Film Festival Pictures

Angelina Jolie posed solo in a Miguelina dress at the premiere of The Lady during the Berlin Film Festival today. She's been on multiple carpets since arriving in Germany, including at her own screening of In the Land of Blood and Honey. Angelina had Brad Pitt by her side and wore a glamorous gold Jenny Packham gown for the big event. She'll continue her run in front of the cameras at an upcoming Read more

Diane Kruger Mixes It Up on the Red Carpet at the Berlin Film Festival


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Diane Kruger in Sequins at Berlin Film Festival Pictures

Diane Kruger wore a striped top and polka-dot skirt from the Alessandra Rich Spring collection in Berlin yesterday. She paired the prints with a fun jaguar clutch from Judith Leiber. Diane has brought out multiple fashionable looks during the Berlin Film Festival, including a dramatic Giambattista Valli and a unique 10 Crosby by Derek Lam skirt and dress combo. Her movie Farewell, My Queen is in Read more

What 100 Calories Really Looks Like: Valentine's Day Treats


Updated 02/11/12 6:00 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

Photos of 100 Calories of Valentine Candy

The day of love is almost here, and besides exchanging Valentine's Day cards and romantic glances, this is a huge day of sweets. We're talking boxes of chocolate, heart-shaped sugar cookies, and other decadent treasures. You should definitely enjoy some bites of your favorite desserts, but before you do, find out how many calories those little bites will run you. Read more

Jessica Biel and Justin Timberlake Spotted Together For the First Time Since Engagement News


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Jessica Biel and Justin Timberlake Together After Engagement

Justin Timberlake and Jessica Biel were side by side to run errands in LA this afternoon. Justin was sporting a bushy beard and a green hat while Jessica wore sunglasses and kept her left hand in her pocket during the outing. The couple reportedly became engaged over the holidays, though neither party has confirmed the news. We haven't seen a glimpse of Jessica's engagement ring either, despite Read more

Your Run Burned How Many Calories?


Updated 02/08/12 8:45 AM · Posted by · 17 comments

Chart Calories Burned While Running

Whether you run on a treadmill and glance at the display, or keep track of your run outside with a device, it's nice to know how many calories you're burning, especially if weight loss is one of your goals. Here's a nifty chart to let you know what your pace and workout time translates to in calories burned. It can also help you figure out how intensely and how long you need to exercise in Read more