Are You More of a Snow Bunny or Surf Betty?


Updated 12/28/10 5:50 AM · Posted by · 1 comment

Are You More of a Snow Bunny or Surf Betty?

OK, so maybe you don't really fit either description; I'm just curious if you're more of a cold-weather gal or a warm-weather one when it comes to fitness activities. Being in the snow is sort of a rare treat for me, so these days I get a little more excited to work out in the Fall and Winter months. Hiking, rock climbing, snowshoeing, and cycling all feel better when there's a chill in the air. Read more

Ride the Waves Gift Guide


Updated 12/02/09 8:20 AM · Posted by FitSugar · 1 comment

Gifts For a Surfer Girl

If you have a special someone in your life who loves to surf, then you know that riding waves is a lifestyle, not a hobby. Here are a few picks that will show your surf Betty that you really get her. Warning: these items will have her running away from you and straight to the ocean.   Soleo Organics Sunscreen SPF 30 ($20). Finally an all-natural, organic sunscreen that can hold up even against Read more

Fit Gift Guide: Surf Betty


Updated 12/03/07 11:00 AM · Posted by FitSugar · 1 comment

Great Gifts to Get For the Surfer in Your LIfe

The gift-giving holidays are just around the corner and to spare you some of the last-minute shopping stress the Sugar sites are creating ever-helpful gift guides. For those of us who have a Surf Betty to buy for this holiday season, check out my picks for some great gift ideas so that she can shred like the best of 'em. The Surf Safe Sport Case is a compact case for carrying to keep your Read more

You Asked: How Do I Treat a Big Bruise?


Updated 03/26/12 9:55 AM · Posted by FitSugar · 9 comments

How Do You Treat a Bad Bruise?

Dear Fit, I was out surfing the other day when my board and I got into a bit of a tangle. I ended up with a huge bruise on the front of my thigh and the top of my foot. They hurt and look awful. How should I treat them? Ice? Thanks. — Banged Up Betty Kudos to you for riding the waves, but banging into your board can cause a lot of pain. To learn my suggestions on how to treat your bruises keep Read more