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Tina Fey Trimmed Down With Weight Watchers

FitSugar — Wed, 03 Dec 2008 12:00:00 -0800

I've been a fan of Tina Fey ever since she was on SNL. With her hit TV show 30 Rock and her recent outstanding imitations of Sarah Palin, I love her even more. She's adorable, smart, and smokin' all rolled into one.

Apparently, she wasn't always as slender as she is now. In a recent Vanity Fair interview, she says that during her early SNL period, she started dieting after seeing herself on camera. She weighed around 150 pounds, and though that's not much for a 5'4" frame, she felt she was starting to look unhealthy. She said, "I looked like a behemoth, a little bit." The star joined Weight Watchers right away. This program involves a pretty strict point system that limits the amount of calories you take in. Good for Tina for losing weight in a healthy way. You can catch her on the cover of January's Vanity Fair looking fabulous.

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Get the Bod: Britney Spears

FitSugar — Wed, 03 Dec 2008 03:30:00 -0800

This week belongs to Britney Spears: between her Circus album dropping (can we say new workout songs?) and her standing-ovation-worthy performances, we seem to be witnessing the pop star's long-awaited comeback. Britney worked hard getting back into world-tour shape, and she admitted to Glamour magazine that she thinks going to the gym "isn’t fun . . . so to do it every day would be horrible. Three days a week is cool, even two. It makes me feel good and feel like I’ve done something. It's important to take care of your body."

Britney acknowledged dueling feelings toward her post-baby body and said, "Recently I started to appreciate my body a bit more from before I had kids. But it completely changed." Her rigorous dance practices and workouts with her trainer, Kacy Duke, are responsible for the pop star's toned physique. Duke was kind enough to share her professional advice for getting Britney's hot bod. To see some of her tips,

Ricki Lake's 130-Pound Weight Loss Holding Strong

FitSugar — Tue, 02 Dec 2008 03:30:00 -0800

At 40 years old, Ricki Lake is a new person since she's dropped 140 pounds from her former 270-pound self, and has kept it off for over a year. She says, "I can’t believe I was a fat person for most of my life." She didn't have surgery; her dramatic weight loss was made possible by all her hard work. Ricki is active, watches what she eats, and has organic meals delivered by Fresh Dining. Not having to prepare her own meals is a luxury that many of us can't afford, but it sure has done her a world of good.

This mother of two told People magazine, "I'm not a thin girl. I’m a normal girl. I don’t want to perpetuate that obsession but yet I am also guilty of wanting . . . to lose weight." She's happy that she's a healthy size, and even though she's maintaining her figure, she says "Something tragic in my life could happen and I could balloon and gain weight. I can’t promise I will be like this forever." It makes me feel better to know that even though she's a celeb, she's still human, and she has to work just as hard as the rest of us to stay in shape.

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Guess Who Said It?

FitSugar — Wed, 26 Nov 2008 13:00:00 -0800

Which of these lovely actresses, when asked what she would be giving thanks for this holiday, replied like this?

“I feel the most grateful every day when I meditate or do yoga or eat a beautiful, delicious, cruelty-free meal made from plant-based foods. These things remind me of how fortunate I am and how healthy I feel."

Reality Check: SNL's Horatio Sanz Feared Death and the Scale

FitSugar — Wed, 26 Nov 2008 08:00:00 -0800

There's nothing humorous about obesity, something that Saturday Night Live alumnus Horatio Sanz came to realize when he committed to getting healthy and losing weight. The comedian has dropped about 100 pounds and briefly discussed his weight loss with New York Magazine, describing how serious his weight had become: "I never weighed myself when I was at my fattest, because I was scared I might die."

To see what he looks like after losing roughly 100 pounds,

Guess Who Said It?

FitSugar — Tue, 25 Nov 2008 14:30:00 -0800

Which chef gave this timely advice about healthy eating?

"Eat what's in season. When you don't it doesn't taste like anything, and it needs a load of fat or salt or sugar to taste good. A strawberry only tastes like a strawberry certain times of the year."

Cindy Crawford: Fit and Lovely at 42

FitSugar — Tue, 25 Nov 2008 08:00:00 -0800

Fashion icon Cindy Crawford was always known as the athletic model, during the glory days of the big six super models. She always looked toned and healthy. At 42, she's still got it. Fitness has always been part of Crawford's life, and now after two kids she's traded the treadmill for hiking. She explains switching from running on a machine to walking on a trail like this:

I found after I had my first kid I could not come home after my workouts and have a nap, so I had to adapt them to make them softer — so they would energize me, rather than wear me out.

She doesn't limit her workout to nature walks; Cindy is a big fan of the vibrating workout offered by the power plate, explaining that you have to mix it up to keep interested in your workout.

To see Cindy's food philosophy,

Vegetarian Diet: It Works For Marla Maples

FitSugar — Mon, 24 Nov 2008 08:00:00 -0800

Marla Maples is 45 and doesn't look it whatsoever. She attributes her fit and radiant body to regular exercise and healthy eating. She says, "I have a lot of willpower," and sticks to a mostly vegetarian diet. Marla also avoids dairy products and coffee, and instead her beverages of choice are Ayurvedic teas that help with digestion. When it comes to splurging on not-so healthy foods, she says, "With things like pizza and pasta, you go to a restaurant and it's ever so tempting, but if I know it's not going to make me feel good after, I'm going to stay away from it." What great advice, but it's tough to have that kind of self-control. If you have any tips on how you stick to a healthy diet, share them in the comment section below.

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Guess Who?

FitSugar — Sun, 23 Nov 2008 04:30:00 -0800

Guess which one of Hollywood's most eligible bachelors is shooting hoops?

Navel Gazing at the VS Fashion Show

FitSugar — Sat, 22 Nov 2008 03:30:00 -0800

The annual Victoria's Secret fashion show always causes quite a stir. Alessandra Ambrosio impressed us all with her amazing post-baby body, having given birth to her daughter less than three months before the runway show. Amid the grandiose wings and sexy apparel, did anyone notice that Karolina Kurkova doesn't really have a belly button, but rather a smooth indentation in the middle of her midriff?

Karolina's lack of a belly button caught the attention of the BBC. They are reporting that the Czech model voted the world's sexiest woman by E!, has never explained her lack of a decidedly "innie" or "outie" navel except to explain through her agent that she "is not an alien."

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VS Angel Alessandra Ambrosio Struts Her Post-Baby Bod

FitSugar — Fri, 21 Nov 2008 03:30:00 -0800

A combination of healthy diet and dedicated exercise is the ticket to achieving an in-shape physique, and Victoria's Secret model Alessandra Ambrosio put this philosophy into gear during the two and a half months following the birth of her baby. She more than held her own next to her fellow Angels strutting down the runway at the annual Victoria's Secret fashion show last weekend where she sported lingerie and hard abs.

According to Alessandra's trainer Leandro Carvalho, "She gained quite a lot of weight. She was indulging herself in delicious Brazilian food [and] she had to pay the price." The stunning model was left with 20 more pounds on her frame after pregnancy, but hard work allowed her to walk the runway with confidence.

To learn about Alessandra's post-baby workouts,

How The Hills' Whitney Port Keeps Her Long Legs Lean

FitSugar — Wed, 19 Nov 2008 03:30:00 -0800

We're always rooting for Lauren Conrad around here, and that's something we have in common with her level-headed best friend Whitney Port. Lauren will have to say goodbye to the easy-going blonde when Whitney leaves her pals on The Hills and moves to New York, where she'll star in the East Coast version of the show, The City. OK! magazine interviewed the up-and-coming fashion designer, and the answers give us a peek into what Whitney is all about.

When asked if she feels pressure to be thin in Hollywood, Whitney gives a relatable answer and says, "Yes and no. There are days that I care more than others. Then there are days where you step back and realize you can't always be so presentable."

To see what Whitney does to stay in shape,

Jessica Biel Snacks on Kopali Organics

FitSugar — Mon, 17 Nov 2008 14:30:00 -0800

If you are into snacking healthy and eating like the stars, then I suggest checking out Kopali Organics. Both Jessica Biel and Blake Lively are fans of the guiltless snacking pleasure these 250 calories mini bags of dried fruit offer. Kopali has a large selection of flavors, like Goldenberry and Mulberry, all of which have no sugar, oil, or sulfites added. These snacks are nutritionally dense and loaded with vitamins and antioxidants. The only downside is the price — $4 a bag.

To find out what other healthy treats Kopali makes

Samantha Harris: A New Mom With Rock Hard Abs

FitSugar — Mon, 17 Nov 2008 10:00:00 -0800

Samantha Harris, co-host of Dancing With the Stars, just gave birth a year ago, and now she's the cover girl of the latest edition of Muscle & Fitness Hers flaunting her lean and toned body. She told People magazine, "I really wanted to show moms out there that you really could get that body back." Holy rock-hard six-pack abs! It's amazing that she was pregnant 12 months ago.

How did she do it? To find out,

Guess Who?

FitSugar — Sun, 16 Nov 2008 04:30:00 -0800

Guess which British brunette is walking in her workout gear?

Angelina Jolie Virtually Masters Pilates

FitSugar — Fri, 14 Nov 2008 03:30:00 -0800

Angelina Jolie appeared in early October, just a couple months after giving birth to her twins, looking fabulous as ever. She had some people worried last year after she'd finished breastfeeding Shiloh, but this mother of six seems to be happy and healthy these days. In fact, the self-described punk-kid-at-heart seems to be taking some cues from her tech-smart kids and is participating in one of their hobbies by incorporating one of her own. To see what she's been up to,

Guess Who?

FitSugar — Thu, 13 Nov 2008 14:30:00 -0800

Guess which Cowboy's fan is headed to the gym?

What Fergie Plans to Eat This Thanksgiving

FitSugar — Wed, 12 Nov 2008 03:30:00 -0800

Fergie recently traded in her shots of apple cider vinegar for anything with high fat content, all in the name of art. The typically health-conscious star briefly sacrificed her impressive abs for her role in the movie Nine and gained precisely 13 pounds. Now she is determined to lose that baker's dozen by reversing her diet — all she has to do is give up the mostly fried food, like fish and chips, that she ate to gain the weight in the first place. Thanksgiving dinner won't set her back on her trek to her old bod; find out what Fergie will be eating this Nov. 27 when you

Reality Check: Skinny Water Won't Make You Skinny

FitSugar — Tue, 11 Nov 2008 14:30:00 -0800

Kristen Bell and Nicollette Sheridan are fans of Skinny Water, the beverage whose motto is "Get Skinny, Stay Fit." These beverages contain "0 calories, 0 sugar, and 0 guilt," and they're made with the green tea antioxidant, EGCG, to help tame your metabolism. While green tea has been shown to speed up your body's calorie-burning process, you can't add these drinks to your diet and expect to miraculously lose weight, which is what Skinny Water implies. On their XXX-Detox drink's description, it says "Three Xs and you're . . . in the skinny club."

What you discover when reading the ingredients is that these drinks contain Splenda (sucrolose), an artificial sweetener that may be calorie-free, but is not exactly good for you. Skinny Water is basically like fruit-flavored Diet Coke — no calories, no nutrition. To get the benefits of green tea, you'd be better off drinking a freshly brewed cup.

I have a bit more to say on the matter, so to hear why Skinny Water annoys me

Mariska Hargitay Is Her Best Self When She's Strong

FitSugar — Tue, 11 Nov 2008 03:30:00 -0800

Bright-smiling brunette Mariska Hargitay shines on the cover of Self's November issue, and the Law & Order: SVU actress reveals her source of joy and inspiration inside the magazine. We recognized her as a standout on the Emmy red carpet just a couple months ago, and while all eyes are often on the beautiful actress, she told Self that her motivation for working hard is to be the best mom possible for her son, August.

Mariska admits that she fell out of her exercise routine during the show's previous season, but was committed to getting back on her game off-season. She said, "I want to be a fun mom, not a gasping-for-air mom."

To find out her trick for looking and feeling 10 years younger,

Gossip Girl's Jessica Szohr Discusses Diet and Fitness

FitSugar — Mon, 10 Nov 2008 03:30:00 -0800

Jessica Szohr has it going on: Besides working as an actress on Gossip Girl (and snuggling up to Chace Crawford on-screen) and displaying enviable style, it seems she also has a relatable attitude toward health and fitness. PopSugar was lucky to attend the Juicy Couture 5th Avenue flagship store opening in NYC where Jessica spoke about how she stays fit during the holidays.

For me it’s just about balance because I’m not the greatest eater ever. I like my pizza and french fries with ranch sauce. But I also realize if I’m going to eat a lot then I have to work out a little bit. So I try to do yoga a couple times a week. And I’m trying to start to do cardio but it takes me like 30 minutes to run a mile so it’s not working out so well. I have been lately, more than normal, which is probably good because I’m going to eat a ton of cookies and stuff.

See what Jessica said when asked about avoiding temptation when you

Reality Check: What the Broken Toilet Told Kevin Smith

FitSugar — Mon, 03 Nov 2008 09:00:00 -0800

Sometimes truth is stranger than fiction, and sometimes the strange truth is a little sad. Kevin Smith, who directed Zack and Miri Make a Porno, admitted recently to the LA Times that:

"I'm really, really fat right now. Fattest I've ever been. I broke a toilet. That's how heavy I am. I can't take all the credit — that was an old toilet and a very waterlogged wall — but my size took that toilet down."

This 38-year-old wanted to blame it on the fact that the toilet was worn out and decrepit, but then he realized it was his massive weight that was the issue. It was a huge (no pun intended) wake-up call. To find out what he's going to do about it

Speak Up: Why Do You Skip Meat?

FitSugar — Wed, 29 Oct 2008 14:30:00 -0700

Kellie Pickler recently explained that it was Carrie Underwood who turned her on to the health benefits of being a vegetarian. However, after researching the issue further, she decided to ditch the meat for animal rights as well.

While I do eat many meatless meals, I am not strictly an herbivore because I enjoy meat and love that chicken is a great source of lean protein. I know a lot of you guys are vegetarians though so I am curious why you skip the meat? Is it strictly for health reasons? Or does it have to do with something else? And if you do eat meat, I'm not leaving you out, what's your reasoning for keeping it in your diet? Speak up and share your thoughts below, just please remember that everyone has the right to their opinion (and food choices) — we're not here to judge or be judged.

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Britney Pumps Up Her Upper Body, We Pump Up Her Tunes

FitSugar — Mon, 27 Oct 2008 16:00:00 -0700

Here at Sugar we've been rooting for Britney Spears to make a comeback for a while now. While I am happy her music career seems to be back on track, I am even happier that Britney seems to be getting healthy again. Recently, the star showed us how she's been sweating it out at the gym in a new video posted on her site. Check it out:

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She looks fabulous, and those arm exercises are great for the upper bod, it's no wonder she is toning up so fast. Here's hoping that in getting healthy, she ditches the cigarettes, too. Looking to tone your own upper body? You don't need a personal trainer (or home gym) like Britney. Just check out some of my upper-body exercises, and you'll be well on your way.

I have to admit that nothing gets me pumped in the gym like her single, "Toxic." Do you have a Britney song on your workout playlist?

Reality Check: Seth Rogen's Diet "Secret"

FitSugar — Mon, 27 Oct 2008 14:30:03 -0700

Wondering how Zack and Miri Make a Porno star Seth Rogen suddenly got slim? The actor says it's "the lamest answer ever," but I think it's actually the best answer. On Friday, during an radio interview on KIIS-FM, Rogen told host Ryan Seacrest: "I exercised and I dieted." What a novel idea, right?

At a time when everyone is dying to hear celebs' slimdown secrets, it's refreshing to hear this down-to-earth actor admit that he did it the old-fashioned way. There is no miracle pill, but the closest thing we have to a surefire weight-loss strategy is exercising more and eating less. To see how Rogen's girlfriend feels about his new look,

Reality Check: Milla Jovovich's Body Is "Sort of" Back

FitSugar — Thu, 23 Oct 2008 08:00:00 -0700

Often times, it seems celebs are pregnant one day and the next day they're not. It's as if there is no evidence of the pregnancy, except the new baby. For everyone else, it takes time to get back to your pre-pregnancy bod — they say to give yourself at least nine months; after all, it is as long as it took for you to put on the weight.

Supermodel-turned-supermom Milla Jovovich recently revealed that she has not lost all her pregnancy weight (she's down 62 pounds from her gained 70-plus pounds a year ago). And what's more? She attributes her lost pounds to hard work with trainer Harley Pasternak, not just breastfeeding. She recently said:

I was really good when I was pregnant. I wasn't the crazy pregnant chick. I'm crazy anyway, so pregnancy really evened me out. I was like, "Whatever, I'm 200 lbs. Get me another bagel." I'm sort of back to normal. But, I like this workout, I like to train. It's part of my world. It's good for me to be disciplined, because in so many areas of my life, I'm kind of lazy. It's nice to have some pattern in my life that stays the same and I get to do some working.

I love that she is honest about her weight after the baby is born, and how hard it is to lose it (even with a superstar trainer helping you out). So if you're working to get rid of those pesky pounds that crept up on you during your pregnancy, remember that it takes time for everyone, including the rich and famous.

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What Celebs Love and Hate: Exercise Edition

FitSugar — Wed, 22 Oct 2008 04:30:00 -0700

We all have exercises we love and exercises we hate, and celebrities are not immune to these whims either. Take this quiz to see what celebs and celeb trainers love and/or hate — it may just make you feel better about your own preferences.

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How does Gabby Reece feel about yoga?

Guess Who Said It?

FitSugar — Tue, 21 Oct 2008 12:00:00 -0700

Can you figure out which Desperate Housewives star pays her trainer in kibble?

"My dog is my trainer. He insists we run four to seven times a week. Whatever he wants, he gets."

The Shape of Faith Hill's 41-Year-Old Bikini Body

FitSugar — Mon, 20 Oct 2008 13:00:00 -0700

The beautiful country star, Faith Hill, has a gorgeous voice. Who knew she has a gorgeous and strong bod, too. At age 41, she'll be on the cover of Shape magazine's December issue (on sale Nov. 10) showing off her amazing figure, and she has her daily exercise routine to thank.

In her 20s and 30s, Faith went through different phases with exercise. She'd work out right before a video shoot or tour, but didn't do much afterward. Then once she had three children and turned 40, she knew it was time for a lifestyle change. She had knee surgery last January, so she couldn't exercise for six months. So in July, she and husband, Tim McGraw began a daily routine. They did four miles on the elliptical, light weight lifting, crunches, and push-ups. Faith said, "I found I slept better, had more energy and was stronger."

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Speak Up: How Do You Feel About Working Out in Public?

FitSugar — Tue, 14 Oct 2008 12:00:00 -0700

Some of us use the crowds at the gym to motivate us to exercise harder, while some of us get paralyzed by exercising in front of other folks. In a recent interview, Ricky Gervais said that he just bought a house with a gym in the basement, not because of convenience, but so he never has to exercise in public. His sentiments lead me to think about my friend who basically only uses exercise videos to work out because she has the same reservations as The Office creator.

Me, I am not one to worry about what others think, though I do save some of my "hip-thrusting" moves for home workouts. I know my pal and Gervais are not alone here, so what are your thoughts about exercising in public. Does it motivate you or mortify you? Or are you indifferent? Speak up and share your thoughts below.

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Cheryl Burke: "You Don't Have to Be Anorexic to Be Beautiful!"

FitSugar — Fri, 10 Oct 2008 03:30:00 -0700

Dancing With the Stars is in full swing right now, and I'm always impressed with how strong and toned everyone becomes over the course of the show. After the media pounced on her for potentially gaining a few pounds, Cheryl Burke is speaking out by reminding everyone that being confident is beautiful. The professional dancer recently told People:

I want kids or women out there to realize you don’t have to be anorexic to be beautiful. There’s a lot of pressure living this Hollywood life. People expect to see you at a certain weight and when you gain a few pounds then all of a sudden it’s the talk of the week.

People will always have an opinion about you, whether it’s good or it’s bad. But most important is to have a secure feeling about yourself and know that you’re beautiful regardless of what people think of you. When I was younger, I wasn’t stick thin. I wasn’t tall. I don’t have long legs. I wasn’t naturally skinny. As I grew older, I just became more comfortable in my own skin.

Cheryl is a strong woman and I'm pleased to see her standing up to the pressures to be super thin in Hollywood. Strong is beautiful, and there isn't a thing wrong with having a few womanly curves!

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ACTivism: Ryan Reynolds Runs For His Father's Life

FitSugar — Thu, 09 Oct 2008 13:30:00 -0700

One of the ways we motivate ourselves to get involved in races is by adding a bit of philanthropy to it. Apparently, celebrities need the same sort of motivation. Recently, Ryan Reynolds declared that he is going to run the New York City Marathon to raise money for Parkinson's disease (his father has been diagnosed with the disease). He wants it to be known that he is not a runner, but is willing to run for the greater good. Nonetheless, it's inspiring to everyone and anyone who has ever contemplated running a race for charity. Here are highlights:

By some tragic backwards prophecy, I find myself signed up to run in the New York City Marathon. Every other day I train. I run like a bastard all morning. Not since the discovery of Junior High School has a torture been so effective. Why on earth would I willfully do this? On behalf of my Father, Jim Reynolds, who's spent the last 15 years in a life or death struggle with Parkinson's disease.

To find out why he chose running and to see how you can help out Ryan just

Get the Bod: Jessica Alba Post-Pregnancy

FitSugar — Tue, 07 Oct 2008 10:00:00 -0700

OK, so I need to stop for a second here and say that Jessica Alba looks absolutely amazing for just having had a baby three and a half months ago. She only gained 25 pounds total and since she exercised during her pregnancy, it was easier for her body to bounce back.

In a recent issue of US Weekly, her trainer Ramona Braganza sums up how this celeb got her body back in shape. Here are the highlights:

Her diet: Each day, Jessica eats between 1,700 and 2,000 calories, and her workouts help burn 550 calories. Nursing also burns an additional 500 calories a day.

Her workouts: Jessica works out for an hour, five or six days a week. She was big into the 12-week 3-2-1 Baby Bulge Be Gone workout since it kept her moving with 10-minute sets of cardio, circuit training, and core training. She also enjoys swimming, weight lifting, and using her treadmill at home.

Now that Jessica's back to her pre-baby body, she feels proud and isn't shy about showing off her body. It's nice to hear that she wasn't working out crazy hours or excessively restricting her diet. An hour a day for a workout may seem like a lot for a new mom, but as you can see, it really made a difference to this new mom. I say good for her.

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Do a Tri With a Team

FitSugar — Mon, 06 Oct 2008 15:20:00 -0700

If you want to try your hands at a triathlon, but are worried about being able to do the whole thing on your own, then think about getting a team together. Recently Matt Damon completed the running portion of the Escape from Miami Triathlon as a member of a relay team along with his stepfather and family friend. Doing just one portion of the race is ideal because it enables you to get your feet wet (literally speaking if you're the swimmer) in the triathlon world, but takes away the fear of having to do something you're not ready to do or feel comfortable doing (or simply just don't want to do). My sister-in-law does a tri with her parents every year and I've always thought it was a fabulous idea, not to mention a great bonding experience. Maybe the saying should be that the family that tris together, stays together.

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"Unfit Brit" in People Magazine: Cool or Not?

FitSugar — Wed, 01 Oct 2008 14:30:00 -0700

In a recent issue of People magazine, I came across an article titled "Britney Spears: Body Makeover." The write-up details Britney's weight-loss methods: returning to her gym-rat ways, giving up fast food, and healthy meals delivered to her door. For the past three months, she has been working with a trainer, doing a lot of cardio as well as lots of dancing. People declares that Brit is "back in the zone."While I think it is great to see press about Britney mending her ways and going healthy, but then there's the caption on the "before" photo? "An Unfit Brit." I wouldn't say she was unfit, just not as fit as before having two kids and a nervous breakdown; to me she this singer looks normal, healthy, and not underweight. Don't get me started about "Britney's New Body Checklist." It's like a grocery list, where they dissect her body into parts. Flat Tummy? Check. Toned Arms? Check. No Double Chin? Check. With articles like this, no wonder so many women have issues with their weight.What do you think? Is it cool to comment on how Britney's looking more fit and toned now? Or is it uncool to comment on how bad she looked before, when she looked normal?

"Unfit Brit" in People Magazine: Cool or Not?

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Guess Who Said It?

FitSugar — Wed, 01 Oct 2008 10:00:00 -0700

This actress has a naturally thin frame and is often judged for it. When asked if she's happy with her appearance she said:

"I'm fine with it. I can't really do much about it. It's what it is and that's all right. If I was younger I would be (self-conscious), but I've been dealing with (the criticism) for a while."

Reality Check: Eva Longoria Parker Is Not Pregnant — She's Just Fat?

FitSugar — Wed, 24 Sep 2008 03:30:00 -0700

You know and love Eva Longoria Parker from watching Desperate Housewives. Her character Gabrielle has always been notably petite and toned, so when an actress with that physique gains a few pounds, rumors start flying. The media continues to pry and ask Eva when her baby is due, and Longoria Parker has attempted to put the speculations to rest by saying, "I'm just fat." The actress only gained 10 pounds! She's gone from a size 00 to a size 0. Since when is size 0 considered too big? Um, I don't know which is worse — the media making a big deal about Eva getting slightly plumper or the fact that she called herself fat. At 5'2", she'd have to weigh over 136 pounds in order to be considered overweight when it comes to BMI. Gabby is still a twig, and personally, I can't even tell she's gained weight.

I think it is good for Eva's health that she's added a few pounds to her frame. Extreme thinness is not healthy and it's important for every woman, especially the young ones, to see actresses with curves.

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Guess Who Said It?

FitSugar — Tue, 23 Sep 2008 12:00:00 -0700

Guess which plus-size celeb said this:

"I don't know many women who think they're fabulous just the way they are. Women need to take responsibility for it. I do not blame it on actresses, I blame it on us. Until we wake up and say. 'I love myself,' we're going to continue to spiral out of control."

Gwyneth Doesn't Diet, Do You Believe Her?

FitSugar — Wed, 17 Sep 2008 14:30:00 -0700

I really love Gwyneth Paltrow. I love that she's gone from always being in the spotlight to focusing on being a mom. She's on The Oprah Winfrey Show talking about her diet today, and here's what she says . . .

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I was skeptical about her not dieting (didn't she follow a serious macrobiotic diet?), but back in 2006 she basically said the same thing. So it's not like she is flip-flopping her story too much. Regardless, what do you guys think? Are you buying into her saying that she doesn't diet at all, or do you think there is no way she gets her figure from working her butt off at the gym?

Gwyneth Doesn't Diet, Do You Believe Her?

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Tri It Like J Lo and Matthew

FitSugar — Mon, 15 Sep 2008 08:00:00 -0700

What do Jennifer Lopez and Matthew McConaughey have in common, besides their skintight matching outfits?

Both celebs participated in the Malibu Nautica Triathlon yesterday. The race benefits LA Children's Hospital and it make sense that two new parents would want to help a renowned pediatric hospital. This sprint distance triathlon is comprised of a half-mile swim, an 18-mile bike ride, and four mile run. The celebrity charity distances might be a little shorter, but J Lo and Matthew still jumped in the ocean, pedaled on a bike, and finished all that up with a run. A well rounded workout for a Sunday morning.

Having done a sprint triathlon recently, I guess I now have something in common with these celebs too. I must say, I think training for any kind of endurance race is a great motivator, but since triathlons are all about cross training, they're great for preventing overuse injuries. So I think you should try a tri if you haven't already. If you're looking for a race check out Active.com for race listings near you. And here's a training schedule you can follow.

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Marc Jacobs Addicted to . . . Exercise

FitSugar — Wed, 10 Sep 2008 03:30:00 -0700

Fashion Week is full of surprises and 180 degree turns. Not just the fashion either. Marc Jacobs has gone from boozehound to gym hound. Yes, he admits that he is still an addict, but the addiction is the exercise, and he has a three-hour a day gym habit. Jacobs explains that he loves the happy vibe of the gym, all the bodies at work, and his hours at the gym is time spent not smoking. I guess you can't give up all your bad habits at once.

Even though his relationship to nicotine hasn't changed, his relationship to the mirror has. Marc actually likes how he looks and no longer avoids the mirror. Plus, he celebrates his new fit body with jewelry and has been seen sporting some serious bling. How about you, do you give yourself gifts of jewels for reaching your fitness goals? If not jewels, how about rewarding yourself with a Marc Jacobs bag?

Don't forget to check out Marc's Spring collection. Fab describes his new bags as "wackadoodle."

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Stand Up to Cancer With the Stars

FitSugar — Fri, 05 Sep 2008 12:00:00 -0700

Most likely, cancer has affected everybody in one way or another, which is why it's so important that we bind together to find a cure. But it's not just your own efforts to stay healthy that will keep cancer out of your life. You should also think about the greater cause.

Tonight be sure to check out the Stand Up to Cancer telethon. This one-hour, commercial-free event will be broadcast on NBC, ABC, and CBS simultaneously to raise funds for the fight against cancer. Celebs such as Jennifer Aniston, Fergie, Jack Black, Jennifer Garner, Miley Cyrus, America Ferrera, and many more will be on hand to give their support, so it's bound to be just as entertaining as it is a good cause. If you're not going to be around for the event or even if you are, you can still donate now online.

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Brooke Shields on Shape, Talks About Being Out of Shape

FitSugar — Fri, 05 Sep 2008 10:00:00 -0700

Brooke Shields, despite being a big star, still has her fair share of fitness issues. She knows the importance of staying healthy but understands that life can throw you curve balls. In the October issue of Shape, she opens up about how she overcomes such shake-ups. Here are highlights:

Sure, it’s easy — as Brooke knows — to stick to a healthy eating and regular exercise program when everything is going according to schedule. It’s when your day-to-day routine gets an unexpected shake-up that your skills are put to the test. "I was worried about getting out of shape and gaining weight after the [foot] surgery," says Brooke. "So just as I did with my pregnancies, I decided to go into it at my physical best." For her, that meant ramping up her exercise routine to preemptively drop a few pounds before her operation.

To see what her go-to workout is for dropping a few pounds, just

Get the Look: Lauren Conrad's Dog Walking Layering Look

FitSugar — Wed, 03 Sep 2008 03:30:00 -0700

Lauren Conrad is not one to leave her dog, or her style, at home when she's working out. I love her dog walking gear and I'm always on the market for a good long tank to layer while working out so FabSugar did a little investigating for me to find LC's Daftbird Daft-Jersey Body tank. The top is super cute, but at $51 it's also a real splurge for most of us. So to get the look for less, just

Madonna's Tour Is Sticky and Sweaty

FitSugar — Wed, 27 Aug 2008 13:00:00 -0700

Madonna, no stranger to sweating, has brought her high-fitness level to the stage of her tour Sticky and Sweet.

I have not seen the show myself, but it's pretty clear from the pictures that all her hard work at her gym is paying off. Madonna has a bit of pole dancing, jump roping, deep squats, and more during the show, all while she's singing, too — talk about the ultimate talk test. And you can bet this 50-year-old rock star is not letting a little world tour get in the way of staying healthy, People reports that:

"The harder Madonna works the happier she is," says Rosenberg, a longtime friend. "Because she was a dancer, that's why. It's practice, practice, practice."

On her opening night in Cardiff, Wales, "She had a massage and a facial – things are very quiet," says the rep.

Before each show, she spends an hour in hair and makeup then performs some vocal exercises. Next, she warms up with some form of exercise, "probably some free weights."

I've always been impressed with her dedication to fitness, but when she is on tour I am reminded of how fit she really is — not many women half her age could keep up with her on and off stage. Cheers Madonna, and happy touring.

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Britney Bounces Back, For the Most Part

FitSugar — Thu, 21 Aug 2008 12:00:00 -0700

I honestly never thought I would write another post about Ms. Britney Spears. The girl was just not the picture of perfect health for a while, and while I am not saying she is now but she certainly seems a lot healthier than over the past few years.

Britney recently told OK magazine what she has been doing to get stage ready (perhaps for her second comeback on the VMAs?). Here are highlights on her new diet, which you'll notice does not include Starbucks:

"I'm the healthiest I've been all my life," Britney, 26, tells OK!. My diet has a lot to do with my getting into shape. I have no sugar. I don't eat fruit or even fruit juice because of the sugar. I eat chicken and salmon and rice. I eat avocados. I'll have egg whites for breakfast and sometimes turkey burgers for lunch. I try to do just 1,200 calories a day. It may sound like it's not much, but it's actually a lot of food if you eat the right things."

Of course, Brit also hits the gym on a regular basis, doing "lots of cardio and weights" five days a week.

I will say that 1,200 calories/day is the lowest most of us should ever really go when trying to lose weight, especially if you're doing lots of cardio and weights most days of the week. To find out the optimal amount of calories you should be eating per day in conjunction with the amount of working out you're doing, check out my Fit Calculator. While I may not be her biggest fan, I am definitely cheering her on to getting even healthier, so here's to hoping she adds quitting smoking to her to-do list.

Jessica Alba Bounces Back, in Record Time

FitSugar — Wed, 20 Aug 2008 03:30:00 -0700

Just a little over two months since giving birth to her little girl, Jessica Alba is back on track fitness-wise. Her trainer Ramona Braganza shared a little bit of what Jessica's been doing to whip herself back into shape to People recently. Here are highlights:

She eats right. Jessica has been opting for a low-fat, low-carb diet as part of Braganza's 321 Baby Bulge Be Gone plan. Halle Berry followed the same plan after giving birth to Nahla.
She sweats. With an elliptical machine and treadmill at home (must be nice) Alba has resumed her routine of core exercises, cardio and circuit training.
She uses the buddy system. “She loves working out with a girlfriend,” says Braganza, whose client, actress Jaime King, frequently trains with Alba.

I guess her Wii workout is not cutting it these days, but I think she looks fabulous. She's fortunate to have a healthy beautiful baby, and her healthy beautiful post baby body is just icing on the low-fat cake.

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Jennifer Lopez Is Optimistic About Upcoming Tri

FitSugar — Mon, 18 Aug 2008 12:00:00 -0700

I recently told you about how Jennifer Lopez, coming off of only six months since having twins, is training for a triathlon next month.

Now, Self has crowned her the Most Inspiring Woman of 2008. And for good reason too; she's not trying to win the race but it's become a goal of hers since she was eight months pregnant. Something else I did not know is that she is also racing to raise money for the Children's Hospital Los Angeles! No pressure or anything. Sept. 14 is the big day for Jennifer and I'll certainly be cheering her on. To see an interview of Jennifer talking about her upcoming event, just

Reality Check: Felicity Huffman Eats Muffins

FitSugar — Mon, 18 Aug 2008 10:00:00 -0700

Her show, Desperate Housewives, may be full of melodrama, but Felicity Huffman is refreshingly down to earth. The 45-year-old star appears on the September cover of More magazine, looking fabulous and speaking frankly about her fitness habits and finding a healthy balance.

I particularly like what she had to say about finding a personal trainer with a realistic attitude:

"I've had a lot of trainers through the years, and they’re always like, 'Oh my god, you ate a muffin?' and 'What do you mean you weigh 125? You can’t shoot at that weight.' [Kirsten Holtgreen is] the first trainer who's said, 'You’re not eating enough.'"

To see what else Huffman had to say about maintaining a healthy weight and wearing Madonna's underwear,

The Hills Is Back, and They're Fit!

FitSugar — Mon, 18 Aug 2008 03:30:00 -0700

The Hills is back with another season tonight and while I'm slightly embarrassed to say that I am excited to watch it, I do know that many of you outwardly love it. I thought a little recap of the ways we've watched the girls get fit could inspire us to watch the show on the treadmill tonight . . . or maybe not, but don't say I didn't try.
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