Looking to Escape? 9 Flash Sale Travel Sites With Great Deals


Updated 02/02/12 10:56 AM · Posted by · 2 comments

Travel Flash Sale Sites

It's a good idea to start planning your trips for the year now, so you can keep your eye out for the best deals and you won't have to resort to paying expensive last-minute prices. If you already have several destinations in mind, check out travel flash sale sites, which can save you hundreds of dollars! Here are a couple to browse through: Groupon Getaways Groupon partnered up with Expedia to Read more

Sip on This: Sweet and Zingy Mocktail


Updated 01/19/12 12:29 PM · Posted by · 1 comment

Green Juice Mocktail Recipe

The Ranch at Live Oak Malibu, a detox spa and fitness resort, created this sparkling green mocktail recipe. Melon and apple add a natural sweetness, celery and ginger add edge and spiciness, and sparkling water gives the beverage a little fizz. Whether you're looking to detox or to replace your 5 p.m. cocktail, here's a simply satisfying mocktail recipe to get you started. Learn how to make Read more

Jennifer and Seraphina Share Some Secrets and Hit the Nail Salon


Updated 01/02/12 10:43 AM · Posted by · 1 comment

Pregnant Jennifer Garner With Seraphina Affleck Pictures

A pregnant Jennifer Garner toted her Celine bag and her youngest daughter, Seraphina, on her hip as she stopped by an LA nail salon today. Jennifer showered her little girl with kisses and the two shared a few secrets as they headed to the spa. The mother and daughter frequently team up to run errands together, but yesterday, Jennifer and Ben Affleck fit in some alone time as they headed out on a Read more

The 5 Worst Habits That Damage Your Immune System


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The 5 Worst Things You Do to Your Immune System

We are excited to share one of our fave stories from Prevention here on FitSugar! Kick these surprising habits to keep colds, flu and other bugs at bay. By The Editors of Prevention.com Staying healthy isn't just about using hand sanitizer and avoiding coughing co-workers. It turns out some pretty surprising daily habits — like how you fight with your husband or whether you stay up late for Read more

Pet-Friendly Loews Beach Hotel on PopSugar Shop


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Pet-Friendly Loews Santa Monica Beach Hotel

We know you work hard — and we know your pet plays hard — so why not treat you (and your best friend) to a relaxing weekend at the Loews Santa Monica Beach Hotel. This gorgeous hotel adjacent to the Santa Monica Pier is the perfect getaway for you and your family, especially those members of the four-legged variety. From now until Dec. 12, take advantage of PopSugar Shop's exclusive offer at Read more

3 "Skinny" Thanksgiving Sides (Sweet Potatoes and Stuffing Included!)


Updated 11/24/11 6:04 AM · Posted by Self · 1 comment

Lighter Mashed Potatoes and Other Classic Thanksgiving Sides

We are pumped to share one of our fave stories from Self here on FitSugar! We have some alarming news about your Thanksgiving dinner plans. According to SkinnyChef.com founder Jennifer Iserloh, the average American consumes 3,500 calories on Thanksgiving Day. That, Iserloh points out, is the equivalent of one pound of body fat, people. (Are you running in place yet?) Don't worry. We're not going Read more

3 Warning Signs You Might Be Exercising Too Much


Updated 06/23/11 1:37 PM · Posted by Self · 2 comments

How Much Exercise Is Too Much?

We are pumped to share one of our fave stories from Self here on FitSugar! If you're anything like me, your workout waves come in (short) fits and starts. At least you're doing something — that's how I rationalize it. On the downside, that may mean that you get overzealous during exercise phases.  It's great to keep moving, but overshooting your fitness level — or even hitting the gym Read more

Away We Go: How to Travel (Better) With Friends


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Away We Go: How to Travel (Better) With Friends

We're thrilled to present this smart LearnVest story here on Savvy! You love your friends, imperfections and all, so the only thing better than a trip to Ibiza might be a trip to Ibiza … with them. After all, group travel affords you freedom to do the activities you want, with zero worries about loneliness: Someone will always be game to ski that double black diamond run or dance the night Read more

Why FitSugar Readers Love Yoga


Updated 05/26/11 3:48 PM · Posted by FitSugar · 3 comments

Why People Love Yoga

We love reading all the reasons why FitSugar readers love yoga! Here are some of the quotes our members posted in the Get Fit For Summer community group as part of the seventh challenge in the Get Fit For Summer giveaway. By doing so, they're eligible to win a $100 New Balance gift card! lindsgiles — "I run a few half marathons each year and when it gets to training time I normally get super Read more

Have You Ever Gone on a Fitness Retreat?


Updated 05/14/11 2:49 PM · Posted by · 5 comments

Would You Ever Go on a Fitness Retreat?

In a few days, I'm heading to my first fitness retreat — a "wellness weekend" packed with fitness classes, spa treatments, and wine tasting. All this, and the hotel is situated on the Lake Tahoe shore. While there will be time to relax, there's also a lot of fitness happening in those three days. From 8 a.m. Vinyasa yoga classes to ballet-inspired workouts and a Friday kickoff that involves a Read more