Boost Your Metabolism: Learn the ABCs of Strength Training


Updated 10/06/10 10:00 AM · Posted by · 3 comments

Why Should I Strength Train and Lift Weights?

We are pumped to share one of our fave stories from Self here on FitSugar! Staying fit means including a healthy dose of cardio and strength training in your routine. But sometimes navigating the world of reps, sets, and dumbbells on your own can be confusing. So let's break it down with today's ABCs of strength training. Then grab your weights for a basic arm toning move. A: The American Read more

Shoulder Shaping Strength Training Routine


Updated 09/01/11 1:15 PM · Posted by FitSugar · 2 comments

Strength Training Routine For Shoulders

It's never too late to sculpt sexy shoulders, so here's a routine devoted especially to that area. Grab a set of dumbbells and go through this sequence once. Be sure to rest between exercises if you need to give your shoulder muscles a break. Source: Thinkstock Read more

Get Lifted: One Arm Mini-Lunge


Updated 03/16/10 11:05 AM · Posted by FitSugar · 0 comments

How to Tone Your Legs and Shoulders

Looking for a new move to add to your strength training routine? This one will tone your shoulders (just in time for tank top season), and also work your quads, hamstrings, glutes, and calves and just in time for short and skirt season. Grab a dumbbell and read more Read more

Get Lifted: Water Pump


Updated 03/29/10 8:25 AM · Posted by FitSugar · 2 comments

Exercise to Strengthen Shoulders and Arms

Just because Summer is over, doesn't mean you can neglect sculpting your shoulders. Here's a strength training move that will tone your deltoid, triceps, and biceps. So grab a pair of dumbbells and read more Read more

Band It: Upright Rows


Updated 09/22/10 7:34 AM · Posted by FitSugar · 4 comments

Band It: Upright Rows

It's never too late to shape your shoulders by doing upright rows. Using dumbbells is effective, but you can make this basic exercise even more challenging by using a resistance band, too. Grab your weights and a band and read more Read more

Get Lifted: Bent Over Lateral Raises


Updated 09/01/09 11:07 AM · Posted by FitSugar · 1 comment

Get Lifted: Bent Over Lateral Raises

It is tank top time! Lateral raises are great for toning your shoulders, but if you also want to target your upper back and the posterior deltoid, try this variation. It's really challenging so you may have to start off with a lighter set of dumbbells. To find out how to do this move read more Read more

Get the Bod: Halle Berry's Back and Shoulders


Updated 09/01/09 11:10 AM · Posted by FitSugar · 1 comment

Get the Bod: Halle Berry's Back and Shoulders

Spring is just around the corner and warmer weather is on everyone's mind. With a much-anticipated increase in daily temps comes more revealing fashion — bring on the strapless dresses and tank tops. I've always been inspired by Halle Berry's upper back and shoulders. Her trainer Harley Pasternak admits that Halle is a fan of rowing exercises, and he recommends this move to achieve sculpted Read more