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A Week In Review: FitSugar roundup

FitSugar — Sat, 07 Apr 2007 04:00:00 -0700

Before you eat too many pieces of Easter candy, you might want to read this breakdown of your favorite Easter candy.

Here are some suggestions on how to create a Healthier Easter basket.

Do you cheat at the gym?

Looking to get fierce? Try this yoga pose - fierce.

I am curious - Would you buy weight loss lip gloss? Vote on the poll and let me know what you think.

Gabby Reese has some words for you - grow up

Looking for a free and easy way to do a yoga class at home. Check out YogaToday for hour long classes.

Do you know how much sun you need to get your rays of Vitamin D? Take sunshine quiz and test your knowledge.

Confused if you have an allergy or a cold. Read this post on the symptoms hopefully it will clear things up for you (literally).

Looking for a new gym bag? Here are a couple of really cute bags by Nike.

Curious about the differences between running on a treadmill and running on the road? This post should clear it up.

Don't worry if fashion mags make you feel bad about yourself. They have that effect on everybody.

Here's a list of 8 ways to lasting weight loss.

Looking for some cardio inspiration? Here's a track workout with intervals to help you get your heart rate up.

7 Days of FitSugar: Roundup

FitSugar — Sat, 31 Mar 2007 03:30:00 -0700

FitSugar has a lot to say about Sugar Network Engagement week.

Read this if you are confused about what setting to use on cardio equipment.

Do you like to bake? Do you like energy bars? Then read about Matisse and Jack's TrailBlaze bake-at-home energy bar mix. They are tasty!!!!

Learn the difference between moderate and high intensity training.

Are you planning your Passover meal? Or if you simply are a fan of almonds - you must try this Almond Macaroon recipe.

If you like dancing or Dancing with the Stars you need to check out this Cardio Dance Dancing with the Stars DVD.

Do you know how much caffeine is in your favorite drink? Take this caffeine quiz and test your knowledge.

If you're planning on going to Dunkin' Donuts anytime soon you should check out this breakdown of most of their menu options.

Looking to add push-ups to your workout routine? Read this post on push-ups to help get you started.

Tell me your favorite thing about the arrival of SPRING!!!!

Looking to get Hollywood Momma Arms?

Here are some tips on how to order when dining out on a diet.

Looking for cute gym shorts? Well, I've got many a pair for you to peruse.

Do you know how much water you should be drinking? This beverage guidance system will...guide you.

Biggest Loser Families Recap: NFL and Thanksgiving Week

FitSugar — Wed, 26 Nov 2008 11:00:00 -0800

Nothing screams November like football and turkey with stuffing. It was NFL and Thanksgiving week on The Biggest Loser Families last night. Celebrity visits spiced up an otherwise drama-free show. Former 49ers Jerry Rice and Steve Young (go Niners!) came onto campus to train the contestants football style, and Rocco DiSpirito taught the contestants how to lighten up traditional Thanksgiving dishes. The spirit of "friendship" at the T-day table felt a little forced to me.

Once again the two-hour format and repetitive editing almost killed the show for me. After watching another tip involving Extra gum I feel I should buy some stock in it because that gum is what America will be chewing. But back to the actual details. Vicky won both physical challenges, as she continues to fly under the radar. Michelle and Renee are onto her game and the mother-daughter team complained openly that they wished Amy used her swing vote in the previous week to vote Vicky off the show. The saddest part of the episode was Amy's naivety, for she truly believed that Vicky was on her side.

To see if Vicky had Amy's back and who was eliminated last night, read more.

After being the biggest loser on campus week after week, Amy fell below the yellow line along with Heba. The black team voted for Heba to leave, while Ed and Vicky voted to eliminate Amy. Since Amy lost the smallest percentage of weight, a still impressive five pounds, she was voted off. Not much of a surprise, really. The alliance of Ed, Heba, and Vicky is strong. It was difficult to watch the voting and not blame Amy for putting herself in this situation. But it was heartwarming to see Amy's makeover and homecoming party once back in Detroit. She looks beautiful and confident, and watching her work out on the Michigan State campus, you can see how strong she has become. Go Amy!

Bob sent Amy home with a present. Sounds sweet, no? Watch this video to see what the gift truly is.

Is Vicky going to win this thing? Let me know what you think in the comments section below.

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Biggest Loser Families Recap: '80s Week

FitSugar — Wed, 19 Nov 2008 11:00:00 -0800

Life on the Biggest Loser ranch was a little tense at the beginning of the week, since Amy voted Brady off the show. To lighten the mood, someone decided to celebrate the '80s, complete with teased hair, leg warmers, and lots of blush. Bob and Jillian treated their teams to '80s-style workouts. Jillian's group did some "break dancing"(I put that in quotes since the only thing they did resembling break dancing was a group wave) and Bob, wearing short shorts, led his team in a step aerobics class.

The physical challenge was an '80s health and fitness trivia quiz, performed with the contestants holding 50 percent of their weight in large water buckets placed over their heads. If they answered a question wrong water was added to their bucket, and when the contestants let go, they were doused with water reminiscent of the famous scene in Flash Dance. The prize, won by Michele after bribing her mom to let go by offering her a designer purse, was either $5,000 or giving another contestant a one-pound penalty at the weigh in.

The show heated up as we edged closer to the weigh in, to see who was sent home and how they look now, just read more.

Toward the end of the week, the blue team met in private and Amy offered Vicky an apology as well as loyalty at the next round of elimination. Michele chose Vicky as the recipient of the one-pound penalty, which proved a good strategy since Vicky and Coleen, with only a three-pound weight loss for the week, both fell below the yellow line. It was tense in the elimination room, while waiting for Amy's swing vote to break the tie of two to two. At this moment, I think I even yelled at the TV like an overexcited sports fan. I was extremely disappointed that Amy voted Coleen off the show. Not only would I have been beyond pleased to see the super manipulative Vicky voted off the show, but strategically Vicky poses more of a threat to Amy's chance of winning.

Coleen was devastated to leave but now she practically glows. Just watch this video to see what I mean.

Were you as surprised as I was that Amy didn't vote Vicky off the show? Do you think Amy is going to win it all?

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A Week in Review: FitSugar Roundup

FitSugar — Sat, 12 Jan 2008 04:00:00 -0800

In case you missed it, here is what we've been talking about this week.
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A Week in Review: FitSugar Roundup

FitSugar — Sat, 05 Jan 2008 04:00:00 -0800

In case you missed it, here's what we've been talking about . . .

Check out my January Must Haves.

Here is an easy formula to figure out how much water you should drink daily.

Download my FREE Fitness and Food Journals.

Try the Wheel a great way to open up your shoulders and strengthen your upper back and thighs.

I'm curious: Do you eat sugar every day? Are you a cyberchondriac?

Do you have a "Happy Weight"?

Gyms are more crowded this time of year, use it to your advantage with these tips.

Kim Kardashian shares her New Year's Resolution, which involves deep-fried oreos.

Which do you use more: an exercise band or gym ball?

Check out my mini-tutorial on the lifespan of leftovers.

Don't like lunges - here are some alternatives for lunging.

And the number one resolution for 2008 is . . .

A Week in Review: FitSugar Roundup

FitSugar — Sat, 29 Dec 2007 04:00:00 -0800

In case you missed it, here is what we've been talking about.

As 2007 comes to an end, be sure to check out all the Best things of 2007.

It's still the holidays, so here are five ways to burn 100 calories.

Walking after a high fat meal does wonders for your health.

Ways to combat that dreaded winter itch.

I'm curious, what fitness gifts did you get this year? Also, has your doctor ever told you to lose weight? Do you cover the display on cardio machines?

Try this yoga Bow pose to increase flexibility in your spine.

Do something nice and burn calories - shovel your neighbors snow.

When should you do crunches in your workout?

It only takes five minutes to be on your way to a healthier you.

Don't get the blues - tips for avoiding the post holiday let down.

Take a look at the nutritional breakdown of popular New Year's celebratory beverages.

Here's a tip: work opposing muscle groups when lifting weights.

Why we should all love indoor rock climbing.

Check out the healthiest airports for your holiday travels.

Contrary to popular belief, you shouldn't starve a fever.

The latest in to-go coffee? Meet the Skinny.

FitSugar Roundup

FitSugar — Sat, 06 Jun 2009 05:50:00 -0700

As we jog, bike, and swim our way into June, I'm gearing up for lots of Summer fun in the sun while trying to avoid the temptation of unhealthy restaurant eating. In case you missed any of the action, check out my recap of the week's hottest stories.
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FitSugar Roundup

FitSugar — Sat, 11 Apr 2009 04:30:00 -0700

Whatever your motivation, we've got the inspiration this week on FitSugar, with tips on how to live green, get ready for strapless-dress season, and ramp up your Spring workouts. So run, walk, or hike your way through my recap in case you missed any of this week's best stories.

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TV Diet for Weight Loss

FitSugar — Thu, 14 Aug 2008 10:00:00 -0700

A sedentary lifestyle can lead to extra inches around the waist, so if you're trying to lose weight you need to increase your physical activities. One way to keep yourself off your couch is to put yourself on a TV diet. Restrict the amount of television you watch to 10 hours a week. Don't replace TV time with playing video games or surfing the net. Unless of course you need some FitSugar motivation or to read a recap on Buzz since you're now watching less TV. Limiting your screen time should get you moving more, or at least cut down on time spent snacking in front of the television.

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