7 Ways to Avoid Winter Weight Gain


Updated 01/05/11 8:34 PM · Posted by FitSugar · 7 comments

How to Avoid Winter Weight Gain

I always thought putting on a little "Winter padding" was expected each time the cold weather blew in, but if you can prevent gaining those few extra pounds, you won't have to worry about losing them come Spring. Here are seven ways to avoid an expanding waistline in the Winter. Read more

A Cancer Survivor's Goal: 50 Triathlons by Her 50th Birthday


Updated 05/04/12 10:08 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

A Woman's Goal to Do 50 Triathlons by Age 50

We are pumped to share one of our fave stories from espnW here on FitSugar! By Julia Savacool It's a good thing Jenn Sommermann discovered triathlons when she did. "I was turning 40 years old, and my friend and I were looking for a way to commemorate the occasion," Sommermann said. "We decided to train for a triathlon." Because Sommermann was on the East Coast and her friend was on the West, Read more

One Month Till Memorial Day Weekend! How to Get Bikini-Ready Now


Updated 05/02/12 4:15 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Diet and Exercise Plan For Summer

We are pumped to share one of our favorite stories from Self here on FitSugar! With spring in full swing, we've already said goodbye to the winter blues. But as you enjoy the milder weather and longer days, keep in mind that Memorial Day weekend is merely a month away — meaning it's almost time for bikinis and short shorts! So, is one month enough time to score your best body yet? It sure is, Read more

Spring Weather Forecast: Weight Gain?


Updated 03/20/12 12:38 PM · Posted by · 1 comment

Reasons People Gain Weight in the Spring

Warmer, sunnier weather is thankfully blowing in, and with all that celebrating of the sun brings the risk of packing on a few extra pounds. Find out how Spring weather can cause you to gain weight, so you can be proactive and prevent it from happening. Forget the gym; I'll take a walk instead. The gorgeous weather can't help but inspire us to get outside and enjoy it, but replacing your intense Read more

Healthy Dose Link Time: Ward Off Winter Weight Gain


Updated 12/01/11 9:40 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Ward Off Winter Weight Gain With These Tips

Ward off Winter weight gain with these tricks — Health Padma Lakshmi is a knockout, and she boxes, too — Vital Juice Classy (and healthy) appetizer: endive petals with goat cheese — Vegetarian Times Get swinging! Seven reasons to try kettlebells — Prevention All kinds of apps to help you get fit and drop pounds — Real Simple Dream on! Decorate your room for a better night's sleep — Read more

The Five Unhealthiest Habits of the Holidays


Updated 12/14/11 1:40 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

The Most Unhealthy Habits During the Holidays

It's easy to forget about your health during the holidays, since you've got so much more on your mind. But instead of putting it off until January when healthy resolutions make their way back up to the top of your priorities, take time this month to ensure you maintain a healthy lifestyle. How to do it? Make sure to avoid these five unhealthy habits. Forgetting to sleep: Holiday schedules can Read more

Does Cold Weather Trigger Your Body to Store Fat?


Updated 10/14/11 11:50 AM · Posted by FitSugar · 3 comments

What Causes Winter Weight Gain?

Ugh. Is it me, or does wintertime always translate to tighter fitting clothes? Just about everyone I know complains about Winter weight gain, but is it just inevitable? Does the cold weather trigger our bodies to hold onto fat so we don't freeze to death? For some people who live in and are exposed to cold weather in the Winter, some doctors believe our bodies hold on to fat in order to stay Read more

How to Combat Winter Blahs and Blues


Updated 01/13/12 11:38 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Tips for Dealing With Seasonal Affective Disorder

When January rolls around, the festive fun has come to an end, and we resume our regular day-to-day routines . . . good times, right? This month can be especially difficult for some because the party is over, the temperatures are dropping, and the days are awfully short. If you're experiencing any symptoms that feel like major depression, you may be suffering from seasonal affective disorder Read more

5 Reasons You Need More Sleep


Updated 01/12/12 4:15 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Why You Need to Sleep

We are excited to share one of our fave stories from Shape here on FitSugar. Whether you admit you need help nodding off or are still in denial about the major suitcases under your eyes, chances are you could use an intervention: a full two-thirds of Americans say they have trouble getting enough shut-eye at least once a week. That’s pretty harrowing, considering that sleep is absolutely Read more

6 Reasons For Winter Weight Gain . . . and How to Avoid It


Updated 01/11/12 12:57 PM · Posted by · 2 comments

Winter Is Making You Fat

Are your jeans fitting a bit more snugly than usual? You may have Old Man Winter to thank for that. All that celebrating through the holidays is one reason the numbers on your scale may have increased, and here are six more ways Winter may cause the pounds to pack on even more, with tips for avoiding seasonal weight gain. Source: Thinkstock and Flickr User David Leggett Read more