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Recently I posted about how the Fairmont Hotels have a workout gear kit available for your stay if you forget your clothes while traveling. Turns out, some of you were totally grossed out by the idea of wearing washed, but used clothing. This made me curious to see what the overall consensus is -- If you're in a pinch, would you wear workout clothes that have been previously worn by someone else, Read more
We are pumped to share one of our fave stories from Fitness Magazine here on FitSugar! You carry your own water bottle, use a reusable shopping bag, and sort your recyclables from the trash. Here are more easy ways to green your daily routine without thinking about it. Choose Wisely Look for eco-friendly companies when shopping for workout clothes and gear. Gaiam, Patagonia, and GoLite are just Read more
Exercising regularly means going through lots of fitness gear. Instead of just tossing out old kicks or a worn-out yoga mat, do something good for the Earth. Here are ways to recycle or reuse old workout gear. Sneakers Donate: You can toss them in a Goodwill bin, or send them to an organization that'll put them to good use. Soles4Souls's tag line is "Saving the world — one pair at a time." Read more
We are excited to share one of our fave stories from Fitness Magazine here on FitSugar! To get the best results from your workout — and stay safe, too — you can't keep ignoring the necessary upkeep and replacement of your most important items. "It's worth it, especially since most gear is fairly inexpensive and other gear may have useful upgrades," says Corey Twedt, NordicTrack Research and Read more
Spring is around the corner, which means warmer weather and shedding clothes. But you don't have to panic if the workout clothes you got for Christmas haven't exactly been worn out. If you've been on a Winter hiatus, start anew with these tips for getting back into a healthy routine. It's common sense: The thing about living healthfully is that a lot of it is just common sense, says celebrity Read more
We're thrilled to present this smart Bundle story here on Savvy! We're always talking about saving money, but sometimes spending money can help you save more in the long run. Here are 10 instances doling out cash can help you add more to your savings. Do a big weekly grocery shop I like to cook, but I'm a little lazy about buying groceries. It's hard to drop a lot of money on food all at once! Read more
While halfway through my morning workout I said to my running buddy, "Dang, I shouldn't have worn this underwear!" She was surprised I was wearing any at all. That got me thinking — is it healthier to wear panties while exercising, or is going commando better for your lady business? If you do wear undies, are certain materials or styles healthier? The combination of heat, sweat, and friction in Read more
It's Spring cleaning time, which usually means going through my closet, getting rid of clothes, shoes, and organizing my things strategically to jump-start my Spring workout routine. I've already come across a pair of running shoes that are in great condition, and have hardly been worn — problem is, I wore them hiking last year and they are covered in mud! They are in too good of shape to Read more
