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With Spring and Summer weather on its way, it means wearing less bulky clothes and having more skin showing. Before you bare your arms in that sleeveless tank or show off your legs in that short skirt, tell me, is there one part of your body that you're focusing on toning more than another? What Part of Your Body Are You Focusing on Toning the Most? My arms My abs My tush Read more
My thighs are my problem spot. I work really hard doing lunges and squats but no matter what, they never seem to get as toned as I would like. I have since accepted them for what they are and appreciate that they help me walk, but man, why won't they tone-up? We all have that one part of our body that, no matter how much cardio and resistance training we do, just does not want to tone up. So what Read more
When working out, you might prefer to focus on toning a certain part of your body. Maybe you want to strengthen your upper body because you're in a wedding this Summer and want to look good in your strapless dress. Or maybe you want to tone your core because it's the only thing that prevents you from having lower back pain. Then again, you may be more into toning your lower body because you're Read more
Working out can be confusing if you're new to it. How long should I stretch? What kinds of cardio can I do besides running? How often should I lift weights? Here's a basic chart to explain. This is just a general overview, so you can make little changes depending on what your goals and needs are. Type of Exercise Kinds Benefits How Often Cardio and Aerobic Running, Jogging, Biking, Read more
There has been a serious amount of requests for back exercises. So allow me to introduce you to - Back OFF! Fit's ongoing series of exercises targeting the back. These moves will be great for toning and strengthening your back, and they'll help with your posture too. You do need an exercise ball for this exercise, so hopefully you or your gym has one. These balls are really great for working Read more
Feel sexy for Valentine's Day with this 15-minute video workout from trainers Karena and Katrina; they posted in the FitSugar Tone It Up community group. If you need detailed descriptions, check out the printable routine! Take your workout on the go!!! Print your whole routine here. Get more great bikini workouts from Karena and Katrina in the Tone It Up community group. Read more
Just in time for Summer, all those toning sneakers have evolved into seasonal sandals. Essentially, they are slightly unstable flip-flops that force you to work a little bit harder with every step, even though fitness experts question if working harder actually means better. Earlier this month, I received three different brands of toning flip-flops and have been testing them all out as I go about Read more
Today is full of treats from The Hunger Games! First, we got to see the full tracklist for the soundtrack, and now we have the music video for one of the singles from the movie, "Safe & Sound" by Taylor Swift. Though there is no footage from the film, the video seems like it nails the tone of the books. Swift is dressed simply amid a woodsy, very District 12-like backdrop, and in the most Read more
I was so pleased to stumble upon a great interview that Bob Vila conducted with designer Celerie Kemble. The long interview is full of great advice, and topics range from color to showhouses to kids' rooms, as well as Kemble's book Black and White (and a Bit in Between). Since so many people get stuck on the rules of decorating with color, I thought that this advice from the interview was Read more
The art of a well-executed surprise never goes unappreciated, and this one is too good not to admire. Case in point: Michelle Williams stunned at the BAFTA awards in a bespoke black-and-ivory H&M gown. Believe it. At first glance we assumed the consummately chic actress had opted for Chanel or Prada, but it looks like we've been treated to something totally new and unexpected. She Read more
