Stretch It: Triceps and Shoulder Pull


Updated 05/12/08 10:50 AM · Posted by FitSugar · 6 comments

 Stretch It: Triceps and Shoulder Pull

If you've been doing a lot of upper body strengthening exercises or swimming, you're bound to have tight shoulders and triceps. Here's a stretch that will target them both and will also lengthen the sides of your torso as well. Stand with your feet hips-width distance apart, keeping equal weight in both feet. Bend your left elbow, and place your right hand on it to gently push it deeper into Read more

5 Exercises to Ditch Arm Flab Forever


Updated 04/19/12 3:10 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Arm Exercises From Celeb Trainer Jay Cardiello

We are pumped to share one of our fave stories from Shape here on FitSugar. This week Shape turns to celebrity trainer Jay Cardiello for some help! Ah, that infamous area along the back of your arms, the nemesis of so many women. How do you tackle the jiggle? First, I want to tell you what not to do, as people are often tempted to take the wrong course of action. And that is the concept of spot Read more

How to Make Your Push-Ups More Effective


Updated 04/13/12 6:24 AM · Posted by · 1 comment

How to Do Push-Ups Correctly

Push-ups may be basic, but it takes some time, strength, and awareness to do them correctly. Once you get the hang of this simple exercise, you'll be amazed at how sculpted and strong your arms, chest, core, and shoulders will be. Here are some tips for perfecting your push-up and making it work for you. Find your form: Before you can move on, make sure you're actually doing a push-up the right Read more

How Supermodel Miranda Kerr Got Her Prebaby Body Back


Updated 04/13/12 9:46 AM · Posted by · 2 comments

Miranda Kerr's Postbaby Workout Routine

We are pumped to share one of our favorite stories from Self here on FitSugar! Sure, your chances of becoming a Victoria's Secret model may be as remote as winning the lottery, but looking like one is an entirely different story. When Miranda Kerr needed to tone up fast after giving birth to son Flynn with actor Orlando Bloom, she turned to FITiST celebrity trainer Andie Hecker to whip her back Read more

5 Things to Remember When Doing Push-Ups


Updated 06/13/11 3:05 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

Push-Up Tips

I've been doing push-ups before hopping into bed for a few months now, and I find it both tones my arms and gets me tuckered and ready to snooze. Push-ups are my all-time favorite upper-body exercise because they are so darn effective. It doesn't take many reps before you feel them, and boy will you feel it in your triceps, shoulders, upper back, and core. Here are some tips to keep in mind when Read more

Harley Pasternak on Posture Principle For Brides


Updated 04/27/11 5:23 PM · Posted by · 5 comments

Get a Boob Lift With These Exercises From Harley Pasternak — Great Bridal Workout

Strapless and backless gowns give a bride an opportunity to show off her shapely shoulders. But a blushing bride doesn't want to look muscle-bound as she walks down the aisle, so one must be strategic when it comes to upper body toning. The trainer behind some of the hottest bodies in Hollywood, Harley Pasternak — he helped Hilary Duff and Katy Perry get wedding-ready — has some tips to help Read more

The Britney Spears Femme Fatale Workout


Updated 05/23/11 2:19 AM · Posted by · 3 comments

The Femme Fatale Britney Spears Workout From Self Magazine

We are pumped to share one of our fave stories from Self here on FitSugar! At long last (and after major hype), Britney Spears's Femme Fatale is out! Naturally, we took the pop princess's clubbiest album yet to the gym to find out what songs work during which parts of your workout. "Till The World Ends" It takes a solid minute for this Ke$ha-penned track to really get going, so use that time Read more

Work Out With Lady Gaga


Updated 05/25/11 5:05 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Lady Gaga's Born This Way Workout Playlist

We are pumped to share one of our fave stories from Self here on FitSugar! Lady Gaga has finally dropped her latest masterpiece, and Born This Way was born to inspire our workouts. The '80s-inspired opus is full of gym-ready grooves, from Eurodisco to Latin rhythms. Let's get moving! Gaga training sessions with Harley Pasternak consist of a 25-minute routine combining strength and cardio. The Read more

4 Desk Stretches to Relieve Neck and Shoulder Tension


Updated 11/09/11 4:40 AM · Posted by · 1 comment

Desk Stretches to Relieve Neck and Shoulder Tension

Sitting at a desk for hours on end, staring at your computer screen, and scrunching your shoulders as you type can create a stiff neck and tense shoulders, or even a headache. Take a break and do these four stretches at your desk to offer some stress relief. Behind the Back Neck Stretch: offers a deep stretch in the sides of your neck Sitting on the edge of a sturdy chair, reach both hands Read more

6 Reasons to Row Your Way to Fit While Burning 800 Calories


Updated 08/18/11 10:26 AM · Posted by · 2 comments

Taking an Indo-Row Workout Class

We are pumped to share one of our fave stories from Self here on FitSugar! Once upon a time, rowing was considered a man's sport, beloved by preppy Ivy League boys and lake fishermen. Times have changed. Here's what happened: we ladies found out it was fun. You know what else is fun? Being toned. And, contrary to popular belief, rowing accomplishes that for more than just your upper body. Just Read more