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Thanks to all of you who took the BuzzSugar quiz to win a pink special edition iPod Shuffle in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month! Much as we'd love to shower you all with prizes, only one lucky reader could win — and that reader is splayer! Congrats to you! Thanks again to the rest of you for entering. Don't forget: You can still read all the great Breast Cancer Awareness Month coverage Read more
If you've spent tons of money on your iPod, you want to protect it with a case of some sort, especially if you're working out with it. Marware has got you covered, literally. They make this really convenient armband for your iPod Shuffle called the Sportsuit Runabout for only $14.95. And they make tons of cases for the iPod nano. If you prefer holding it in your hand so you can control the Read more
You asked for it so FIT has put together a list of the best and most affordable MP3 players to use while you work out. I picked the smallest ones that also have a good amount of memory. Also, if you're wondering-- I considered having an FM Tuner an important feature since many gyms send the signal from their TVs through the FM tuner. iPod Shuffle, 2nd Generation ($109.99): 1GB. The downside is Read more
This week's announcement of new iPods piqued my interest not only as a lover of shiny, new toys, but also as a runner. The two smallest versions, the new iPod Shuffle and iPod Nano, are even more perfect for running (and other exercises). Here's why: The new Nano is tiny. — At just over 1 1/2 inches wide and just under 1 1/2 inches high, the new Nano is considerably smaller than the previous Read more
Since shooting to American Idol fame eight years ago, Carrie Underwood's taken her diet and fitness routine seriously. The "95 percent vegan" singer's healthy lifestyle led her to drop 20 pounds over the years, and while Carrie's got a no-nonsense approach to staying fit, she still likes to have fun while she's exercising. The Self April cover girl recently shared one of her go-to ways to burn Read more
You might not be able to swing a professional ergonomic evaluation, but you can make simple changes to your desk environment to sit up a little bit straighter and avoid neck, wrist, and back strains. While ergonomics is about proper seating position, it also includes common habits you might be unaware of, like your line of sight toward a computer screen and how you type. Try out these adjustments Read more
The Goonies is one of those movies from my childhood that I still love watching now — and I know that more than a handful of my friends agree. The movie is so delightfully '80s; it's truly the perfect blend of family friendly adventure and goofball comedy. Who could forget the sweet friendship that blossoms between Chunk and Sloth? Check out a few of my favorite quotes, and add yours in the Read more
A solid warmup sets you up for a solid workout. When it comes to prepping for strength training, an active warmup primes the joints and muscles, prepping them for the heavy lifting. Lauren, my Equinox trainer, introduced me to these moves, and after a little light cardio — for me, it's five minutes running on a treadmill at a 6 mph pace, but the elliptical or a little jump rope would work — Read more
If you want to make the most of your gym time, there are certain things you shouldn't take with you. To stay healthy and centered during your workout, leave these five items at home: Reading material. It's important to stay focused while you're at the gym, not only for safety reasons, but also to maximize the benefits of your workout. If you're focusing on the latest issue of your favorite Read more
The holidays have a funny way of sneaking up, but just because it's the 11th hour, doesn't mean you can't still find amazing gifts. So if you're a bit behind on your shopping list, no fret. See six quick and easy ways you can make it all come together now. Read more
