Tips on Practicing Safety For Extreme Sports


Updated 06/03/07 5:15 PM · Posted by FitSugar · 4 comments

Tips on Practicing Safety For Extreme Sports

I don't know what it is about the warm weather that makes me feel like I am able to do all these things I wouldn't normally attempt. From riding The Wave to getting behind the boat on a wake board, I'm in. So this summer, before attempting any risky activities, be sure to use your smarts with this list of safety tips for extreme sports: Wear a helmet. Need I say more? Wear appropriate protective Read more

Alessandra Ambrosio's Secret to a Feel-Good Pregnancy: Staying Fit


Updated 03/28/12 3:50 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

Prenatal Fitness Tips For First, Second, Third Trimesters

Victoria's Secret model Alessandra Ambrosio is loving the third trimester of her second pregnancy and has no complaints. Without experiencing the usual discomforts of pregnancy, she told People magazine, "I feel really good. I love this pregnancy. It's been really easy. I haven't gotten really nauseous or anything." The VS Angel's secret to feeling great is keeping up with her fitness routine. Read more

From the Community: Everything You Need to Know About CrossFit


Updated 03/28/12 1:25 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

What Is CrossFit?

FitSugar reader meetcasey interviewed CrossFit expert Robert Sax, owner of the CrossFit Amped Gym, and posted the Q&A in our Get Fit For 2012 community group. Check out what Robert had to say about this rising fitness trend! Meet the Expert: Robert Sax Can you begin by telling us a little about yourself? I am 27 years old and a Capricorn (yes, that’s the goat). I’m originally from Read more

Best of Yoga: Hybrid Classes


Updated 09/14/11 4:30 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

The Best Hybrid Yoga Classes

We are pumped to share one of our fave stories from Self here on FitSugar! Still think yoga is for hippies? Think again! Instead of chanting, there are lots of yoga styles that fuse elements of other workouts to make a killer two-for-one workout for any exercise personality. Since you've never been one to play by the rules, why should your yoga practice? Think of this as your yogi cheat sheet of Read more

Injured? When to Pop an Advil and When to Take a Break


Updated 08/03/11 4:30 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

When Is It OK to Exercise With an Injury?

We are pumped to share one of our fave stories from Self here on FitSugar! The truth hurts. And so did my knee the other day while I was running. I can admit that to myself (and all of you!) now, despite my initial panic about pausing my exercise regimen and falling out of shape right before a beach holiday. I wondered: Would I have to stop working out altogether? Or could I just take it easy and Read more

Tips For Surviving Sweaty Summer Yoga Classes


Updated 07/14/11 10:40 AM · Posted by · 2 comments

Tips For Enduring Hot Yoga Class

Summertime heat means practicing yoga in an extremely hot and humid room that can make breathing unbearable — especially when the guy next to you forgot his deodorant. Who can focus on their drishti when sweat is pooling in their eyes? If you're not used to practicing in super high temps, you'll need to take some precautions to get through the 60- to 90-minute class without passing out. First, Read more