Shawn Johnson Talks Weight Loss and Learning to Love Her Body


Updated 05/25/12 4:48 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

Shawn Johnson Quotes About Weight Loss and Body Confidence

We are pumped to share one of our fave stories from espnW here on FitSugar! By Shawn Johnson Shawn Johnson is blogging for espnW throughout her training for the Olympics in London this summer. Follow hers other Olympic hopefuls' journeys on espnW.com. Four years ago, I was standing on an Olympic podium, wearing a gold medal, and still thinking to myself how I could have been better. It had Read more

Punch It Out: Aerobarre, Where Boxing Meets Ballet


Updated 02/17/11 9:40 AM · Posted by FitSugar · 0 comments

Boxing Meets Ballet in New Fitness Trend Aerobarre

Fitness mashups are key to keeping your fitness routine from becoming stale. Aerobarre, a new hybrid blending boxing with ballet moves, is a new way to get your sweat on while working muscles you never knew existed. Yep, those shy muscles are often the deep, supporting ones that give your tush that lifted look. Actress Katie Cassidy (you might recognize her as the schemer from Gossip Girl and Read more

Lil Links: Now Is the Best Time to Be a Mom


Updated 05/14/12 5:35 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Reasons to Love Being a Mom

26 reasons to love being a mom right now — The Stir Katherine Heigl is out and about with her new daughter — Celebrity Baby Scoop Infidelity during pregnancy isn't as rare as you think — FitPregnancy Celebs weigh in on TIME's breastfeeding cover — Celebrity Baby Blog Apps to help organize your life — Parenting The best TV moms — The Bump Babies' favorite toys aren't found in a toy Read more

6 Best Ways to Flatten Your Belly By Summer


Updated 05/11/12 3:00 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

How to Get a Flat Belly For Summer

We are pumped to share one of our fave stories from Prevention here on FitSugar! By the Editors of Prevention A toned, flat tummy is a goal many of us strive to achieve in time for bathing suit season, but endless crunches and ditching all your favorite foods until July 4th isn’t the right—or fun—way to do it. A sculpted core and trim tummy can be attained by incorporating small changes Read more

Miley Cyrus Preps For a Party as Liam Hemsworth Pampers His Pup


Updated 05/02/12 10:40 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Miley Cyrus and Liam Hemsworth Puppy Birthday Party Pictures

Miley Cyrus left Winsor Pilates in West Hollywood yesterday, then hopped into her Mercedes. Across town her boyfriend, Liam Hemsworth, stocked up on dog food and picked up a cozy bed for a lucky pet. Miley surprised Liam with a dog, Ziggy, on his birthday earlier this year. Ziggy seems to fit right in with her pups, Lila and Floyd. Floyd, Miley's miniature Husky, turns 1 next week, and she's 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

A Reader's Fitness Must Haves For 2011


Updated 04/05/12 12:58 PM · Posted by · 5 comments

Must-Have Fitness Gear: Lucy Activewear, Vibram Five Fingers, and More

FitSugar reader mandaleebee shared her fitness must haves for the ninth challenge of our Get Fit For 2011 giveaway, and you should, too! I am a sucker for buying new fitness and beauty products on a whim. One of my impulse buys last year were my Vibram FiveFingers Sprints; I love them. I can't wait for it to get just a tad warmer so I can start running in them again with my pup! I also would Read more

13 Health Gimmicks You Can Stop Wasting Money On


Updated 05/01/12 12:20 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Health Gimmicks to Avoid

Consumers have a tendency of falling for the next big health gimmick. Save your money on health duds with these Business Insider tips. No matter how many times we're told otherwise, Americans' obsession with get-healthy-quick schemes will likely never die. Too bad most of these fads aren't worth their weight in salt — or your hard-earned dollars. We've put together a list of some of the worst Read more

A Reader Recipe: Rosemary Zucchini Bread


Updated 04/30/12 1:25 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Healthy Zucchini Bread Recipe

FitSugar reader berryhappybodies shared this no-oil, no-sugar, moist, and delicious zucchini bread, which she posted in our Healthy Recipe group. I’m in love with this bread, or maybe I’m in love with all the healthy foods we receive from our local farmers and our CSA plan. Either way it’s a win-win. My fridge is now stocked with so many healthy food options. This moist, delicious bread Read more

Simple Tips on How to Stay Healthy All Day Long


Updated 04/24/12 2:20 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

How to Stay Healthy All Day

When striving to be healthy, a few everyday changes can make a world of difference to your body. Maybe you're just focused on a morning workout or staying away from the wrong activities before bed, but if you want to reboot your lifestyle for the long haul, you've got to commit to a healthy lifestyle all day long. Interested in what I mean? Read through these tips to help you keep your healthy Read more