Get Over the Hump Day: You in Motion


Updated 02/04/10 7:30 AM · Posted by FitSugar · 0 comments

FitSugar Get Fit For 2010 Giveaway

Whatever your fitness goals are, being healthy means staying on the move. For some that's daily workouts on the treadmill or the elliptical. Others opt for bike rides, hikes, or laps in the swimming pool. And the rest of us might be practicing yoga, dancing, or resistance training. Whatever activity it is, keep on moving! Remember that all of this hard work you're doing equals more than just Read more

If at First You Don't Succeed . . .


Updated 10/14/11 11:50 AM · Posted by FitSugar · 4 comments

Stay in Shape by Finding a Workout That Is Right For You

How's everyone doing with their 2010 fitness health goals so far? Based on all the inspiring posts in our Get Fit For 2010 community group, it seems like most of you are right on track. But don't get discouraged if you're struggling a bit. It's hard making these kinds of lifestyle changes, but over time you won't even have to think about it — all of these new, healthy habits you're developing Read more

Resistance Is Fruitful


Updated 10/14/11 11:50 AM · Posted by FitSugar · 1 comment

Use Resistance Bands to Strengthen and Tone

This Christmas I was excited about all the fitness-related gifts I received, especially a new resistance band kit. It's been raining a lot lately, and as a result I haven't been able to ride my bike to the gym as much as I'd like. It's a bummer, but using my resistance bands at home has kept me from going nuts. I use them to tone and strengthen as well as stretch. And even though it's not exactly Read more

You Asked: Jackie Warner's New Project


Updated 11/06/09 8:40 AM · Posted by FitSugar · 15 comments

Bravo Cancels Work Out but Jackie Warner Gets New Show Called Thintervention

After reading our review of Jackie Warner's fitness DVD Workout One-on-One Training, many of you expressed curiosity over the future of her hit Bravo series, Work Out. After making a call to Sky Sport Spa — Warner's gym — today, I was told the unfortunate news that the show won't be returning for a fourth season. I was a bit bummed to hear this but then I remembered Warner has a new show in Read more

If You Go Away For the Weekend, Do You Work Out?


Updated 06/23/08 6:39 AM · Posted by FitSugar · 19 comments

If You Go Away For the Weekend, Do You Work Out?

I always try to exercise if I'm going away on a week long vacation. I like to maintain my regular workout schedule if I can. Weekends away are a different story though. If I only go away for Saturday and Sunday, I don't always plan to work out because I tend to be really busy. How about you? Source If You Go Away For the Weekend, Do You Work Out? It depends on what I'm doing or Read more

Why Does My Body Shake?


Updated 02/09/07 7:41 PM · Posted by FitSugar · 10 comments

Why Does My Body Shake?

Sometimes during certain exercises, my muscles quiver involuntarily, especially when I'm doing ab work. Does this happen to you? Good news: That shaking means you're working and strengthening your muscles. But it's also a sign that the muscle is not accustomed to the demands you're putting on it. The trembling indicates how the muscles grab and release one other as they lengthen and shorten Read more

Yet Another Excuse Not To Exercise


Updated 01/05/07 2:34 PM · Posted by · 2 comments

Yet Another Excuse Not To Exercise

So if pumping iron with Snoop Dog isn't quite your style, then how about gettin' your Garfield on instead? And yes, I realize that made absolutely no sense. What do you want me to say? We're talking about a cat-inspired workout here, folks. Throw me a freakin' bone...or a ball of yarn. Just make the video go away. It's really creeping meow-t. Ha! Read more

The P.M. is where I am, how about you?


Updated 12/06/06 7:00 PM · Posted by FitSugar · 4 comments

The P.M. is where I am, how about you?

Although most people like to exercise in the morning, claiming it is better than coffee, there is no evidence that it is better for you. I prefer to exercise around 3 p.m. when I generally feel like taking a nap. I do agree with the morning exercise folks – exercise is better than coffee. Recently a neurologist from Northwestern University challenged the age old convention of "early to rise Read more

Glee-ful Highlights From Season Finale "Goodbye"


Updated 05/23/12 5:00 PM · Posted by · 6 comments

Glee Season 3 Finale Recap

We say goodbye to McKinley High's graduating class of 2012 on this week's season finale of Glee, and while we'll be seeing a lot of these characters next year, for some, it was their swan song (pardon the pun). Everyone is feeling nostalgic, not the least of whom is Mr. Schue, who gives the kids an assignment of picking a goodbye song. The episode is mostly devoted to the characters giving each Read more

Diane Kruger and Josh Jackson Couple Up For a Glamorous Night in Monaco


Updated 05/23/12 5:47 PM · Posted by · 2 comments

Diane Kruger Wearing Prabal Gurung Fall '12 Pictures

Diane Kruger, dressed in Nicholas Kirkwood stilettos and a straight-off-the-runway look from Prabal Gurung's Fall '12 collection, cuddled up to boyfriend Joshua Jackson at the Nights in Monaco Gala in Monte Carlo tonight. The philanthropic event brought out some of Hollywood's biggest stars and also raised funds for the William J. Clinton Foundation and Prince Albert II of Monaco Foundation. Read more