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Favorite Health Mag of 2009 Is . . .

FitSugar — Wed, 23 Dec 2009 13:30:51 -0800

Perusing monthly health and fitness magazines is a great way to stay motivated when it comes to taking care of yourself. The pages are full of nutritious recipes, fitness tips, challenging strength training exercises, details about new fitness gear, and answers to burning health questions.

I love that there are dozens of health mags geared toward everyone from runners, to health nuts, to yogis, to gym rats. Recently, I asked which magazine was your favorite, and the one with the most votes was Women's Health. Tied for second and third place were Self and Shape.

Women's Health is one of my favorites too, because it satisfies my need for tidbits about the nutritional benefits of certain foods, tips on proper form when exercising, and ways to intensify my workouts so I get more effective results. Month after month, it's jam-packed with valuable info and I always come away feeling motivated to cook up a new veggie dish or try out something new at the gym. If you're looking for a last-minute gift idea, a subscription to any health magazine will be appreciated all year long.

What's Your Favorite Health Magazine?

FitSugar — Thu, 10 Dec 2009 03:47:34 -0800

To acknowledge the fact that 2009 is coming to an end, I've asked you to share your opinions about your favorite things of the past year, such as your favorite brand of sneakers, the best workout song, and which female celeb has the fittest body. I know you have a lot more to share, so tell me, which healthy magazine tops your list?

An LA Skin Guru Explains Which Facial Is Best

BellaSugar — Fri, 05 Mar 2010 10:00:25 -0800

Marc Edward is one of skin care's rising stars. His facials have been voted Los Angeles's best, and he's scored features in magazines like Glamour and New Beauty; he even has his own product line. So I was glad to get a few minutes to pick his brain about spa care. He let me in on the newest skin care tech, what facials actually work best, and what kind of treatments you absolutely shouldn't try at home. To get the scoop, just keep reading.

Looking to Move? Try Burlington, VT

FitSugar — Tue, 20 Oct 2009 09:00:13 -0700

After looking at the 100 largest metropolitan areas in America, Burlington, VT, came out on top as Self magazine's "fittest, healthiest, and happiest" city to live in for women. The magazine studied almost 8,000 different pieces of data in 50 categories and consulted a panel of experts to come up with its rankings. Information factored into the creation of this list includes rates of diseases, air quality, unemployment statistics, and health habits such as exercise and smoking.

The New England city boasts some of the lowest rates of cervical and ovarian cancer deaths in the country, and healthy habits prevail: women walk to work regularly and don't smoke. Where Burlington really shines is in nutrition and food - the city has six times as many food co-ops than the national average, and its farmers markets accept food stamps.

What to see how your hometown fared? Check out the entire ranking here.

Favorite Health Magazine

FitSugar — Sat, 20 Dec 2008 03:00:00 -0800

If you're active and into a healthy lifestyle, perusing through health magazines can give you great recipe ideas, interesting facts about ingredients and supplements, and inspirational how-tos to tone your upper body.

When I asked about your Favorite Health Magazine, I'd have to agree with the results. Women's Health is top on your list (and mine), because it's mature and easy to read. Shape and Self were close behind though, because they both motivate you to stay fit and healthy with their challenging workouts and details about new fitness gear. In case you're looking for a quick gift idea, keep in mind that subscriptions to health or fitness mags are always appreciated.

What's Your Favorite Health Magazine?

FitSugar — Sat, 06 Dec 2008 03:00:00 -0800

I have a few subscriptions to health magazines, and I get so excited when they arrive each month. Not only do they give me helpful tips, new fitness routines, and ideas for healthy meals, but what I love most about them is they encourage me to continue my healthy lifestyle. Everyone has a favorite mag so tell me . . .

What Is the Best Health Magazine of 2007?

FitSugar — Sun, 09 Dec 2007 02:00:00 -0800

There are tons of magazines out there, but only a few fitness ones that most of us actually read. Since we are asking you to rate the best of 2007, I am curious about which is your favorite, so . . .

Best of 2009 Slideshows, Quizzes, & Polls!

PopSugar — Sat, 12 Dec 2009 10:00:00 -0800

Yum wants to know your favorite food trends and preferred female chef
Bella's got your favorite blushes and body moisturizers
Très wants to know your favorite powerful woman and shares the year of weird news
Lil's curious about your pick for most stylish tot and their fittest famous mama
Fab wants to know who you think is the year's red carpet queen and the most stylish celeb
Casa is curious about your favorite online decor store and the best home décor stores
Buzz shares about New Moon mania and asks who your favorite movie girlfriends are
Savvy shares productivity tips and ways to save on groceries
Fit shares all about celeb fitness tips and wants to know your favorite health magazine
Pet's curious about your favorite ham at the zoo and animals you miss
Geek wants to know your favorite Lego-themed product and your preferred Netbook
Pop is recapping the Jolie-Pitts' big year and wondered who your favorite new couple is

People's Choice Nominee Taylor Gets Physical in Men's Health

PopSugar — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 10:30:11 -0800

Taylor Lautner kept his shirt on for the cover of December's Men's Health, but his muscles were still a hot topic. Inside the magazine, Taylor's trainer Jordan Yuam opened up about their exercise regimen that created the New Moon star's amazing abs. Taylor and his costars are currently off doing press for their film in Paris, but back home in the US the Twilight gang led the pack at the People's Choice Awards nominations that came out today. He earned a spot in the Best Breakout Actor category as well as best ensemble - check out the whole list here!

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To see behind the scenes video from Taylor's Men's Health shoot just read more.

5 Foods That Fight Stress

FitSugar — Thu, 12 Nov 2009 07:00:04 -0800

With the holiday season in full swing - presents to buy, meals to prepare, hardly a moment to hit the gym - it's easy to quickly become stressed out. And stress can trigger a load of other health issues, so it's best to keep our stress levels in check. While we're inclined to choose a not-so-healthy snack to put our stress at ease, there's a better solution in the way of food. Just read on to find out which healthy foods Self magazine suggests can help conquer stress and boost your mood.

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