Losing weight is a difficult struggle for most, but you don't have to go at it alone. For busy women wanting to drop pounds, being able to keep track of weight-loss goals on their phone is not only convenient, it offers the support and motivation needed to follow through. Here's a list of the best weight-loss apps — and they won't cost you a dime! Lose It!: Fill in some important info about Read more

A recent study from the American Journal of Preventative Medicine found that there are tried-and-true strategies to losing weight — and yes, they are exactly what you expect. The report tracked 4,000 obese adults for one year to see what worked and what didn't on their quest to lose weight. After a year, 40 percent of those on the study had lost over five percent of their weight, and 20 Read more

We are pumped to share one of our fave stories from espnW here on FitSugar! By Adena Andrews April Holmes may have lost part of her leg, but the Paralympics star refuses to be seen as handicapped. She's on a quest to finish what she started in 2008 and come home with two medals in London. Follow more journeys to London on espnW.com. April Holmes was in first place during the 200-meter final at Read more

We are excited to share one of our fave stories from Shape here on FitSugar. This week Shape turns to nutritional consultant Mike Roussell, PhD, for some help! Q: Can I really eat as much fresh fruit as I want and still lose weight? A: Unfortunately, no. Fresh fruit is a healthy choice and loaded with vitamins and antioxidants; however fruit still contains calories and carbohydrates. These are Read more

Everyone may be jumping on the 3D bandwagon these days, but Tarsem Singh's sword-and-sandals epic Immortals is a movie perfectly fit for the 3D screen. The opening scene foreshadows the predictable plot to come, but that doesn't make this film any less of a bloody-good visual masterpiece. And while it's impossible to ignore the obvious comparison to 300 (it has the same producers, after all), Read more

Buying the right pair of running shoes can make or break your running experience. Since your shoes are what make initial contact with the surface you are running on — providing the support, cushioning, and durability you need to help you get through your runs — taking the time to find just the right pair is extremely important. Nowadays, the endless variety of shoe options can leave us Read more

Losing weight is not easy for so many reasons. Not only does it take commitment and determination, but it can be such a long journey that it's tempting to give up before reaching your goal. If you have a close friend you can lean on, it's likely to make dropping pounds easier and more likely. It should be someone you're comfortable with, someone you can count on to be there when you need them Read more

If you're on a quest to drop a jeans size (or more), yoga can help you get there. I don't recommend it as your main form of exercise to lose weight — heart-pumping cardio such as running or biking will burn more calories per minute — but it's a great complement to any weight-loss program. Here's why: Tones Muscle and Burn Calories Strength training burns calories and builds muscle, and yoga Read more

Friends can help you lose weight when they share your good intentions, but here are some ways your buddies can also derail you on your weight-loss quest, and what you can do about it. They Bring You Treats Aww, how thoughtful. Your hubby stopped off at your favorite bakery and brought you home a raspberry-filled chocolate cupcake. First off, thank that man! Then offer to share it with him as Read more