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Dodgeball? A Workout?

FitSugar — Fri, 20 Apr 2007 08:45:00 -0700

Okay, I'm having major PE flashbacks here. Dodgeball was definitely not my favorite sport as a child, but Dodgeball, the movie definitely sparked my interest in the sport as an adult.

I just found out that Crunch Fitness Gyms offer Dodgeball 101 classes.

Dodgeball is back folks! You get a great cardio workout from all that running around, ducking, and throwing balls. Playing this fast-paced game as an adult is much more fun, since now you have more throwing and aiming skills, not to mention upper body strength and speed. I always end up laughing my ass off, so it's a great way to relieve stress. Plus, since you are playing a game you forget that you are working out.

You're interested now, aren't you? To find a Crunch Fitness Gym near you, check out this map of gym locations.

Fit's Tips: If you're even more into it, you can also join a local Dodgeball team or league. Check around in your area to see where they're offered (try the YMCA), so your team can start practicing for the 2007 National Dodgeball Championship.

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Get Motivated: Join a Team

FitSugar — Mon, 02 Apr 2007 03:30:00 -0700

I am always looking for motivation. Be it a 73 year old completing a 50 mile race or turning off the TV and putting on some rockin' tunes or wearing your hot new gear, there are always great ways to keep yourself motivated in your fitness goals.

Another way to keep motivated? Join a team. Having a group that you are accountable for will really motivate you to get active even if you don't want to be. Most recreational teams (or leagues) are a group of people brought together by a common goal. To keep the team alive, everyone needs to give it her all and most importantly, everyone needs to show up. Joining the office softball team will motivate you in more ways than one, especially if your boss is on the team. Besides, I am sure you'd love to bring the ole' soccer skills, the ones that won your high school the state championship, back to the table. Be it soccer, Frisbee, basketball, track or even badminton, there are adult teams all over the country that will be a great motivator for you (also a great way to meet people). Don't know of a team near you? Check out Yahoo Groups to search for a team in your area.

A Big Thank You and Big News!

Sponsor — Fri, 18 Jul 2008 15:13:53 -0700

Sugar would like to extend a big thank you to all of our recent advertisers: LG Electronics, Nad's, Neutrogena, HGTV, Heartgard, Red Bull, Baileys, thebar.com, Pier 1, Soyjoy, Nine West, Campbell's, AT&T, Shiseido, and Oxygen.

We would also like to thank NBC for forging these partnerships; you have been critical in growing the success of the Sugar Network.

Starting today, we’re excited to announce that Sugar is bringing our advertising efforts in house! Get ready to meet our sales team – one that will demonstrate the same passion, focus, commitment, and tenacity as our editorial, engineering, product, and partnering teams. All future advertising inquiries can be sent to: advertising@sugarinc.com

We look forward to working with you!

The Sugar Network

PetSugar's Street Team: Moochie & Co. Mud Puppies Collar

Pet Community — Thu, 05 Nov 2009 16:05:54 -0800

This post comes to us from the Street Team group from member kitkatherine.

I've tried three different collars and two harnesses before settling into this, a pink nylon one with a plastic clip buckle, a green leather one from the AKC with the clip buckle, and a red leather belt type collar. None of them held up. The pink one was ragged and tearing easily, the green leather one slipped loose so easily that she could slip out of it after minutes, and she pulled the rivets out of the leather collar from pulling so hard.

Get the product information and the rest of the review when you .

We tried an "easy lead" harness - but instead of encouraging not to pull it ended up being more of a hassle and harming her. She had an orange harness that is good for runs, but you can't keep a harness on forever and a collar is more practical. We needed something for when she goes outside to do her stuff and general stuff. We didn't want it to slip or break easily. This is the perfect thing - it's so incredibly adorable (all their collars are) and the nylon is durable. The plastic grips into the nylon to prevent slipping. We get a lot of compliments on the collar and leash - it's stylish - but it's also affordable and durable.

There's lots of fun stuff going on in our community - join it, check it out, share your posts or advice in the great groups and maybe we'll feature it here on PetSugar!

PetSugar Street Team: Roll 'n Clean Is the Best Litterbox Ever

PetSugar — Mon, 28 Sep 2009 08:00:29 -0700

An essential duty of kitty ownership is cleaning up the poop - can't be avoided. Now there are plenty of pricey products that come highly recommended (like the Litter Robot); however, community member Arcsis shared her love for an affordable alternative in the Street Team -this Omega Paw Roll 'n Clean Litter Box ($29):

My favorite thing about this is you never have to touch, or even come close to touching waste. You fill it with your favorite scooping litter, roll it upside down, roll back and empty the drawer. The end. Litter changed. I dump mine into scented garbage bags and toss in the bathroom trash.

Get the rest of her review when you read more.

I've read a few reviews about litter slipping out when you roll it. You need to put it together correctly, and make sure the clips are secure before you roll. My only issue is that small litter particles and/or dust does slip through the seam, but I need to sweep the stray litter from kitty's paws on the floor anyway, so it's a tiny, tiny problem. Not worth docking this wonderful product a star.

If you'd love to sing your praises for another pet product, join the Street Team and share your review with us!

Bradley Cooper Is Armed With His A-Team Assembled

PopSugar — Thu, 01 Oct 2009 10:30:58 -0700

Bradley Cooper traded his blazer for a large gun yesterday while on the Vancouver set of The A-Team. Costars Liam Neeson and Quinton Jackson were also around, as work gets underway on the movie based on the popular TV series. Female lead Jessica Biel wasn't in on the action, as she chills out in LA while people speculate about her relationship with JT.

To see more photos of Bradley plus Liam and Quinton just read more.

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Sugar Bits - Jessica Biel to Star in A-Team Remake?

PopSugarUK — Thu, 17 Sep 2009 01:15:00 -0700

PetSugar Street Team: Sleepytime Tonic

PetSugar — Wed, 26 Aug 2009 06:00:57 -0700

Even though it's called Sleepytime Tonic, this remedy helps nervous or anxious dogs in any situation. It's also said to help with overactive dogs (I'm looking at you, North) for $13 a bottle.

Paxtonita raves:

It's like doggie prozac! Okay, so it's NOT doggie prozac, but an all natural herbal remedy - Just put a few drops in your dog's mouth or on a treat to calm down. I give it to my dogs before they go to the groomer, during thunderstorms, travel, etc.

Have a product you'd love to tell us all about? Share it with the PetSugar Street Team group in our community!

PetSugar Street Team: Kids 'N' Pets Stain and Odor Remover

PetSugar — Wed, 14 Jan 2009 04:30:23 -0800

It just goes to say that even the most well trained pet can still have an accident. Be it an unforeseen, emergency potty break or reverse sneezing turned vomit, getting the stain and the smell totally out is key to preventing a repeat performance in that spot. TeamSugar member wren shared this outstanding solution of Kids 'N' Pets Stain and Odor Remover with the PetSugar Street Team:

I've tried a few and finally found one that really works –it's my new favorite thing. With other stain/odor removers, my dog would go back to the stain and sniff it, so I know the odor wasn't removed. Since using this, he doesn't. It works so fast and easy – I just pour over the stain, leave for a few minutes, and blot up with a cloth. It's worked on all my stains so far, dog-related or not, even fruit punch!

Sounds sweet – I'm thinking I may need to keep a bottle on hand 'cause I've been known to spill stuff, too!

ACTivism: Team In Training

FitSugar — Wed, 23 Jan 2008 11:15:00 -0800

Do you want to run a marathon and don't want to train alone? Are you are interested in participating in a triathlon and want some outside motivation? Then Team In Training (TNT) might just be for you.

With TNT you raise funds for the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society so you are training for a cause. Plus, you join a team that is training (hence the name) for endurance events just like you. Once you join the team in your area, you receive personalized fitness training by certified coaches for a four to five month period, access to training clinics, your own Web site for online fundraising, and lodging and airfare to your event. All that and you are going to make a lot of new friends as you train with your team.

Interested? Just enter your zip code on the entry page of the Team In Training to find out what events folks are training for in your area.