Get in Gear: Cardio Canine


Updated 07/17/07 11:56 AM · Posted by FitSugar · 7 comments

Get in Gear: Cardio Canine

I am always on the lookout for ways to exercise with my dog, which is why I was pleased with the Walky Dog bike attachment, however many of you were not thinking it would work with your pooch. An alternative to biking with your dog could be this Cardio Canine human harness and dog leash system ($55.00) for running with your K9 companion instead. This little contraption attaches to you (at the Read more

Eva Mendes Visits Ryan Gosling on Set in Thailand


Updated 02/09/12 9:53 AM · Posted by · 2 comments

Ryan Gosling and Eva Mendes in Thailand Pictures

Ryan Gosling has been in Thailand for the past few weeks working on Only God Forgives, and his girlfriend, Eva Mendes, flew over this week for a visit. He was spotted continuing his martial arts training at a gym on Monday, and Eva ventured out solo to get a snack yesterday. Eva has been in LA focusing on her own movie-making during the last month, but made time to keep an eye on Ryan's beloved Read more

PetSugar's 10 Funniest Super Bowl Animal Ads


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Funniest Super Bowl Commercials Featuring Animals

Granted, we at PetSugar will be tuning into Puppy Bowl VIII's day of poochy pandemonium, but we'll keep one eye on Sunday's other bowl game for one reason: Super Bowl commercials! Companies spend millions to air less than a minute of promotional time, and alongside celebrities and sports stars, animals often play a starring role. Here, we've rounded up our 10 funniest Super Bowl animal ads of all Read more

5 Ideas to Increase Your Income This Year


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How to Earn More Money in 2012

You're doing everything right — saving and skimping — but somehow that's not enough. If you're not making enough to put aside a good chunk of savings for your retirement account and to pay off your debt, bills, and day-to-day expenses, you probably need to make more income. Here are a couple of ideas to raise your cash flow: Ask for a raise: If you don't ask, you don't get, so resolve to Read more

Gym 101: Strength-Training Warmup


Updated 01/27/12 1:01 PM · Posted by · 1 comment

How to Warm Up For Strength Training

A solid warmup sets you up for a solid workout. When it comes to prepping for strength training, an active warmup primes the joints and muscles, prepping them for the heavy lifting. Lauren, my Equinox trainer, introduced me to these moves, and after a little light cardio — for me, it's five minutes running on a treadmill at a 6 mph pace, but the elliptical or a little jump rope would work — Read more

Trail or Sidewalk? The Pros and Cons of Running on Different Surfaces


Updated 01/11/12 4:30 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

What Is the Best Type of Surface For Running?

Body-wise, running can be a high-impact sport, which can mean achy joints, irritated tendons, and other running-related injuries. Many runners use various methods to try to lessen the impact of constantly striking the ground. For many runners, that means choosing a soft surface. But while you may think that running on soft surfaces may help lower the strain on your body, this may not always be Read more

What to Do If You Don't Like Your Boss


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What to Do If You Dislike Your Boss

Working 9 to 5 can feel like a nightmare if you don't like the person you report to, but it's important to navigate the situation carefully — for the sake of both your job and your sanity. Not a fan of your supervisor? Here are five tips to help you manage the circumstances. Keep it to yourself. First and foremost, don't gossip. Even if you're confident that a co-worker shares your Read more

Yoga Class: Studio vs. Gym


Updated 01/12/12 6:45 AM · Posted by · 6 comments

Yoga Studio Classes vs. Gym Yoga Classes

With all the New Year's resolutions floating around, if "trying yoga" is on your list, you're probably wondering where the best place to practice is. With yoga's increased popularity, just about every gym offers yoga classes on their schedule in between Body Pump and Spinning, but there are also studios on every corner that teach yoga exclusively. Keep reading to find out which place you'd prefer Read more

Keep Your New Year's Party Simple With Cocktail Mixers


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Cocktail Mixer Recipes

Have a New Year's party at your own house this year? Playing bartender for the night could mean your work's cut out for you, so instead, make simple cocktail mixers ahead of time, and let your guests mix them with an alcohol of their choice. I've toyed around with a few and come up with three that'd be perfect for New Year's Eve in fresh fruit flavors: cranberry mint, grapefruit basil and Read more

Ring In the New Year With These Helpful Hangover Tips and Cures


Updated 12/30/11 4:05 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

How to Prevent a Hangover on New Year's Eve

New Year's Eve is days away, and while a Champagne toast at midnight is customary, many of you will be having more than just one glass — maybe even four or five before the night is out. Come morning and you have quite the hangover on your hands. You wake up with a pounding headache, parched mouth, and a room that seems to be spinning. What — if anything — can you do to make it stop? Read Read more