Be Your Best at Every Workout With the Right Prep


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How to Prepare For a Workout

When it comes to exercising, the more you do it, the better you get at it — as in, you become stronger, faster, or more flexible, and not only that, you are able to exercise longer (and losing inches isn't anything to sneeze at either). But no matter how long you've been committed to fitness, make sure you know how to prep to be your best at every workout. A plan: You've suited up, stuffed Read more

The Best Earbuds For Tiny Ears


Updated 06/13/11 7:41 PM · Posted by GeekSugar · 14 comments

Best Earbuds for Small Ears

Help geeksugar! I love my iPod and my shuffle and ideally would like to take them with me at all times. However, earbuds simply do not fit in my freakishly small ears. I have to work to get them in there, and when they do finally go in, they kind of hurt — most of the time they just pop right out. It's the standard Apple earbuds I've been trying, as I don't want to spend a lot of money on Read more

Wooden Gadget Love: Bamboo Earbuds and Matching Case


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Bamboo iPhone Case

We talk a lot about wooden and bamboo gadget accessories, but I have to know — are you still into them? We are, and this Horchow Bamboo Earbuds and Case ($45 together) isn't just good looking, but it also comes with an easy-to-handle price tag, too. And since it's made from all-natural and sustainable materials, you won't have to worry so much about how much harm your gadget addiction is Read more

Funniest Earbuds Ever? They're Pretty Close


Updated 03/30/11 5:20 AM · Posted by · 1 comment

Funny Burger and Fries Earbuds

Maybe it's because I'm coming down from a serious In-N-Out Burger withdrawal, or maybe it's because these earbuds are pretty hilarious, but I do love 'em. The aptly-named Bring Your Own Shake earbuds ($15) feature a burger on one side and set of fries on the other. Both standard-size and small silicone covers mean they work well even for tiny ears. These aren't the first food-themed pair I've Read more

Check It Out: Checklist For Running Safety


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Checklist For Running Safety

Like many of you, I'm looking forward to hitting the road this Spring for some outdoor runs. But before you head out the door, don't forget to take safety into account. Check these items off your checklist, and you'll be good to go. Need to Have Your ID. Whether you slip your driver's license into your sports bra or use a running-specific alternative, like a Road ID bracelet or an Read more

Geek Gear: Wrap Your Headphones Around Tetran


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Geek Gear: Wrap Your Headphones Around Tetran

I adore hearing about gadgets and gizmos you readers found out there in the real world, so I was pleased as punch when Cherryluv e-mailed me to share her love for Tetran. Tetran is a small, colorful cable winder for your iPod or MP3 player's earbud headphones that reminds me of a bathtub toy combined with PacMan character. You can wind your cable around Tetran's body and use its mouth as a holder Read more