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Celebrity Fit Club

FitSugar — Mon, 20 Nov 2006 09:40:00 -0800

The 5th season cast includes:

Maureen McCormick (Marsha, Marsha, Marsha...ie Marsha Brady)
Dustin Diamond (from Saved by the Bell and his self-released sex tape)
Tiffany (former pop star..."I think we're alone now")
Cledus T. Judd (country music guy)
Da Brat (chick rapper)
Ross 'The Intern' Mathews from The Tonight Show (who?)
Kimberley Locke (American Idol contestant)
Warren G (the rapper)

Even though I am pretty sure VH1 should change the name to D-List Celebrity Fit Club, I'm still going to watch in April when it premieres.

Stop Hating the Gym and Start Loving It

FitSugar — Mon, 23 Nov 2009 05:50:43 -0800

If you are dreading moving your workouts indoors due to falling temperatures, let me help you learn to love, or at least tolerate, the gym. Here are some common reasons people hate hitting the gym, and solutions to help you overcome the hurdles.

I hate the gym because . . .	The solution
It's too expensive.	Go price hunting. There are so many different types of gyms that offer various services, so find one that fits your budget. Instead of paying $90 a month for a gym that has cardio machines, a weight room, classes, a pool, and a yoga studio, figure out what's most important to you and just pay for that. A gym down the street from me is only $10 a month for cardio and weight machines. Not bad at all.
It's too far away from my home.	If you can't find a gym close to where you live, try to find one close to where you work. That way you can head over on your lunch break or after work.
The cardio machines are boring.	Find a way to make them more enjoyable. I like to download audio books or podcasts onto my iPod. Listening really helps pass the time. Switching to different machines in one workout also helps beat boredom. Or try competing with a stranger.

To learn more ways to start loving the gym, keep reading.

Do You Use Your Gym Membership?

FitSugar — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 04:30:24 -0800

Signing up for a gym membership is one way to help you get in shape. The hardest part, though, is motivating yourself to actually go. So tell me . . .

Meet Moms and Share Your Tales in Our Community Groups!

LilSugar — Wed, 11 Nov 2009 04:01:48 -0800

You've waited in line for your son's soccer jersey, penciled your daughter's art classes onto the calendar, and shuttled your kids to karate. Now that their Fall activities are in full swing, take a few mom-me moments to do the same for yourself. LilSugar's Community offers a place for you to hang out, vent, brainstorm, and showcase your talents. What fits your fancy? Check out and join some of our hottest groups!

Preggers? Join the Pregnancy Posse!	Share Your Good - and Bad - OMG! Moments	Share Photos of Your Sugar Babies!
Join In on the Fun in The Mommy Club	Dish about Recipes in The Children's Table	Get Decor Tips From Revamping Baby's Room

Here's a detailed guide to posting questions or posts to groups if you are new to the PopSugar Community.

Healthy Dose Link Time

FitSugar — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 11:00:15 -0800

Biggest Loser Ali Vincent's memoir will motivate and entertain - That's Fit
Start your day with a quick and healthy breakfast - Shape
Chocolate pumped up with antioxidants to fight acne? - Vital Juice
Kristen Stewart joins the fight against diabetes - FitCeleb
Plus-sized dance clubs: cool or not? - Vitamin G
Countdown to the Olympics: 95 until the opening ceremonies - Fresh Fitness Tips
Run in the woods to change the meaning of "happy trails" - Fit Bottomed Girls
Skip these fast-food sammies when traveling for T-day - Daily Spark

Gifts For the Fly Fisherman

FitSugar — Wed, 04 Nov 2009 09:00:04 -0800

Here at Sugar, holiday season is already in full swing - you better believe I've been making my list for who's been naughty and nice! To make gift shopping a breeze for you, we'll be offering up a bevy of gift ideas in the coming weeks for all the special fit folk in your life.

If you're like me, you have a man in your life that likes to fish. As a young girl, I always looked forward to weekend fishing trips with my dad, but I've since traded in my reel for a yoga mat and a day on the rocks. My dad is still going strong, though. Here are a few things I'm scoping out for him that may come in handy for the special fisherman in your life, too.

Fifty Places to Fly Fish Before You Die ($16) Beautiful photographs and descriptions of the 50 best fly fishing spots in the world. This book gives the fish fanatic something to dream about, or inspiration for his next trip.
Tie-a-Fly ($22) Bob Henley's fly kits are an easy and inexpensive way to learn how to tie fly patterns. Each kit comes with enough material to tie 12 flies.
Gallatin Lanyard ($39) Every good fisherman needs to have his gear handy, and a lanyard is an easy way to keep the essentials within an arm's reach. It's padded with foam to keep the neck comfortable, and it has an adjustable length of nine to 27 inches.
Embroidered Clearwater Mesh Vest ($57) Even knee-deep in water, you still gotta look good! No fly fisherman is complete without his vest, and this one gets you remembered for the personal embroidered pocket.
Fly of the Month Club ($60-220) For three, six, or 12 months, the Fly of the Month Club will send that special someone premium flies right to their door.

"Pet Fit Club" Contest For Chunky Pets: In the LINK of an Eye!

PetSugar — Wed, 19 Nov 2008 12:00:38 -0800

Eight of Britain's fattest pets compete in a 100-day diet and fitness routine to be crowned fit club champ – Lemondrop

Would you use a home testing kit for melamine on your pet's food? – Pet Connection

Step-by step tips for brushing kitties' teeth – Wag Reflex

Twelve steps to secure safer anesthetic processes for our animals – Dolittler

Litter comparison test (with photos!) – moderncat

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All the News That's Fit to Eat - Apr. 15, 2009

YumSugar — Wed, 15 Apr 2009 12:50:14 -0700

Bartenders are looking beyond simple syrup to sweeten your sipper. - San Francisco Chronicle
With its mild flavor and slight bitterness, broccoli rabe should be a staple in home kitchens. - New York Times
Turn to these satisfying and healthful meal ideas for road trips. - Boston Globe
Preparing homemade baby food is easy and economical. - Washington Post
Meet 10 superfoods that you may not be familiar with. - Chicago Tribune
Did you know that the kinds of food you eat may have an impact on your appetite? - Wall Street Journal
A food club has kept these gourmands together for 45 years. - Los Angeles Times

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Class Act: Cardio Theater

FitSugar — Thu, 08 Oct 2009 03:47:52 -0700

One way I beat boredom while doing cardio inside is to watch movies. I'll start one and watch about 30 minutes or more, and then the next time I work out, I'm excited to continue where I left off in the flick. I'm lucky to have a machine at home I can walk or run on, but if you don't, check out Cardio Theater. Fitworks health clubs offer a huge room with cardio machines in front of a 15-foot theater screen, so you feel like you're at the local cinema, not at the gym. You can watch movies, TV shows, or sports games, and it makes the time go by so fast. Cardio Theater is included in the price of the membership at their Cincinnati, Akron, Cleveland, Dayton, Ohio, and Northern Kentucky area clubs. If you don't live in these areas, I'm sure it'll be just a matter of time before other fitness clubs catch on. Tell me, would you want a Cardio Theater at your gym?

Real Women Gain Weight

FitSugar — Sat, 10 Oct 2009 03:48:08 -0700

Former Baywatch star Nicole Eggert is back and she's sticking it to her critics in a big way. In this Baywatch spoof, the 37-year-old mother-of-one reprises her role as Summer Quinn - red bikini and all. Eggert has endured criticism over the years for weight gain, to which she says, "I'm a real woman and real women gain weight!" The actress is one of the celebrities hoping to slim down on next year's Celebrity Fit Club.

I think this video is a hilarious critique on the emphasis put on body image and I applaud Eggert for putting her weight up for public discussion - what do you think?