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Fab Finding Follow-Up: New Job, New Wardrobe

FabSugar — Tue, 03 Nov 2009 05:50:22 -0800

It's been a while since I heard any news about someone starting a brand spanking new job. Looks like the world is turning. A friend of mine recently started a new sales position which requires her to travel between LA and Seattle - very different climates. She's in dire need of some great airport-to-the-office outfit inspiration, so I asked you to lend her a hand.

I started you off with this ABS Light Grey Boyfriend Blazer ($295). It's crisper than a black blazer and can be thrown over anything. Let's see what you all came up with!

Look #1, created by nikkeeb, is smartly layered. The wrap cardigan will surely keep my friend cozy during flight.

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Look #2, created by Sarahab145, is filled with feline intentions. You know how much I love animal prints.

Look #3, created by Zivanod, has a polished rocker vibe. The snake print booties are dope.

Gucci ~ Starlight Evening Bag - Saks.com	Juicy Couture ~ Baby Fluffy Velour Handbag - Saks.com
Kenneth Jay Lane ~ Metallic Clutch with Dragonfly - Saks.com	Fendi ~ B Mix Leather Bag - Saks.com	Dior ~ Buckle Logo Hobo - Saks.com

Come Fab Finding With Me: New Job, New Wardrobe

FabSugar — Fri, 23 Oct 2009 09:00:22 -0700

It's been a while since I heard any news about someone starting a brand spanking new job. Looks like the world is turning. A friend of mine recently started a new sales position which requires her to travel between LA and Seattle - very different climates. She needs some great airport-to-the-office outfit inspiration. Let's lend her a hand.

I'll start you off with this Abs Light Grey Boyfriend Blazer ($295). It's crisper than a black blazer and can be thrown over anything. You do the rest!

Let's go Fab Finding. Be sure to come back and tell me your Fab Finds are up, or just tag your Fab Finds with New Job. Now, you can build outfits by creating your very own widget of clothing items. We have everything you need to build outfits, and you can use your Fab Find bookmarks, too. This is an even better way to put together an entire outfit when completing your Fab Finding missions. Learn what a Fab Find is and how to make one. And here's a detailed explanation of bookmarks from GeekSugar.

To see some of my favorite online stores, read more.

You Asked: How to Get Rid of My Ab Flab

FitSugar — Mon, 12 Oct 2009 03:47:12 -0700

Dear Fit,
I'm fairly thin, have muscular thighs from running 20 minutes a few times a week and toned arms from doing yoga, but my belly is pudgy. I heard crunches won't get rid of my gut, but what exercises will?
- Jiggly Middle

We all have areas of our body that hang on to fat, so to hear my suggestions about how to get rid of the extra around your midsection keep reading

Assess Your Ab Work

FitSugar — Fri, 25 Sep 2009 03:47:59 -0700

Countless crunches and multiple sets of Russian twists might tone your abs, but they're not so great for your back. Not only that, but they aren't functional movement, meaning the strength gained in these exercises won't really help you outside the gym. Repeatedly rounding the spine in a crunch or full sit-up sets the stage for a disk injury. Repeatedly twisting, especially if your abs are weak, also puts stress on the spine.

The safest and most effective way to work your abs is to use them to stabilize your torso against motions. The elbow plank is the perfect beginner ab exercise, since it works the extensor muscles, which line and stabilize the spine, in combination with the abs. Adding leg lifts to your plank, while keeping the pelvis and ribs stable, will take the plank to the next level. Working with free weights, moving from a squat into an overhead press, will work your abs too. Work one-armed to force your obliques to kick into action.

Celeb Style: Sienna Miller

FabSugar — Thu, 20 Aug 2009 11:00:22 -0700

Sienna Miller stood out amongst major fashion heads last night at the NYC premiere of The September Issue wearing an icy-blue confection by Thakoon. I love how the ruched strapless bodice and short hemline emotes major flirt factor. For extra panache, the cover star wore gold Jimmy Choo sandals, chandelier earrings, clear Lennon-esque sunnies, and a fancy Bottega Veneta woven clutch. No doubt, Sienna's on fire with her recent red-carpet creations.

Teal Strapless Cocktail Dresses by Nicole Miller - $440.00	ABS Multi Color Crystal Chandelier Earrings - $150.00
Bottega Veneta Miniaudiere Satin Clutch - $1,150.00	Jimmy Choo 'Freya' Metallic Leather Sandal - $695.00
Small Round Sunglasses - $30.00

Check out CelebStyle for lots more celebrity street style!

How-To: Alphabet Abs With Medicine Ball

FitSugar — Tue, 04 Aug 2009 03:30:23 -0700

Lying on the ground doing crunches might help you tone your upper six-pack, but you also need to strengthen your abs standing, because that's how you use them in your daily activities. Here is a great ab and core exercise, and all you need is a medicine ball and to know how to write your A, B, Cs. There are two variations.

To start: Grab a medicine ball that's between five and 15 pounds. Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, making sure your knees are not locked.

For stability: Start with the ball at chest level, and slowly write the cursive alphabet in front of you. While your arms move around in all sorts of angles, you need to use your abs to keep your torso still. Think of keeping the area between your ribs and pelvis solid. For a more advanced version, try this move while standing on a BOSU.

Learn the other variation.

Minutes to a Healthier You: Strengthen Your Core to Center Your Mind

FitSugar — Tue, 28 Jul 2009 03:30:46 -0700

In Summer, both daily and weekly schedules get all out of whack and the lack of structure leaves me feeling uncentered. To combat my emotional unease, I have added a little ab and core work to my morning routine. I am strengthening my physical center, hoping it translates to my mental life. First, I warm up my spine and follow up with some easy ab and back exercises - heel taps in neutral spine, hip-ups (aka reverse crunches), classic crunches, superman - ending with a few elbow planks. While ab work will never replace my morning coffee, I do like starting the day feeling a little stronger and much more connected to my core. Try it tomorrow and see how you feel.

Want Toned Abs? Don't Use Momentum

FitSugar — Wed, 15 Jul 2009 13:00:05 -0700

Many of the women in my Pilates and yoga classes ask how they can get a trim and toned middle. Aside from doing cardio to reduce overall body fat, exercises that target the core muscles are key. Crunches on an exercise ball, Pilates 100s, the always challenging Bicycle Crunches, and Reverse Curls are all essential exercises when it comes to strengthening your abs.

One tip to keep in mind when doing these strength training moves is to move with control. You want to use your muscles, not momentum, to ensure that your abs are doing all the work. You can even pause slightly between reps to make sure you're not just rocking from one rep to another. Keep your abs contracted throughout the entire range of motion, and you'll feel the burn instantly that lets you know your hard work is paying off.

6 Ways to a Fitter and Flatter Belly

FitSugar — Tue, 14 Jul 2009 06:00:04 -0700

It is the height of bikini season and hopefully you feel great about baring your belly. If you consider your bikini body a work in progress, let me remind you that no matter how many crunches you do, you cannot spot reduce your midsection. If you are battling with your tummy, here are six ways to make peace with your midriff.

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Multitasking Moves For Your Bikini Body

FitSugar — Mon, 01 Jun 2009 16:00:00 -0700

If you're working extra hard to get in shape for bikini season, why not try some time-saving moves that will work your core alongside other major muscles? In addition to my hardcore all-abs workout, I've compiled five multitasking moves that will tighten your abs plus other areas you're daring to bare: booty, shoulders, back, and thighs. Here's how to do them.

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