We are pumped to share one of our favorite stories from Self here on FitSugar! If you’re saddled with saddlebags, you probably think you got the short end of the family gene pool stick. But, lucky for you, those pesky fat deposits surrounding your hips, thighs, and butt are far easier to banish...

It’s almost Valentine’s Day, and that may mean you’ve got chocolate on your mind. Though you may be fearing the amount of calories in those heart-shaped boxes, there are many reasons to love Valentine’s Day sweet treats. In fact, here are five healthy reasons to eat dark chocolate....

Chilly Winter weather calls for body-warming soups. Reader CheesePlease whipped up this Thai lemongrass chicken soup using easy-to-find ingredients. She posted a pic in our Healthy Recipe group . This flavorful lemongrass soup gives you a taste of an authentic Thai or Vietnamese recipe, but without...

It may have been developed for the Navy SEALs, but you don’t have to be in secret-weapon shape to work out with TRX. The concept of the TRX suspension training is pretty basic: you use two cables on your feet or hands to partially suspend your body and use your own body weight as resistance. The...

We are excited to share one of our fave stories from Prevention here on FitSugar! By Cristina Goyanes, Prevention It’s no wonder your friends aren’t available to hang out on Sundays in the Fall and Winter – according to a 2005 Gallup Poll, 64 percent of Americans claim to be professional football...

When people think of Madonna , usually two things come to mind – music and muscles. The famously fit singer always makes exercise and healthy living a priority, and it shows. Whether she’s entertaining thousands or just being photographed by paparazzi, Madonna’s fit body is always...

Working out is beneficial for so many reasons, but an active body is one that can be more prone to injuries. Every exercise has its own risks if you don’t perform it correctly, but these five common mistakes can happen in a wide variety of moves. Read on to find out what they are, and learn about...

Well, January went by quickly, didn’t it? With February here, we’re picking gear that’ll keep us on track with all of the healthy resolutions we made last month. We’ve got new gear to motivate us to get our butts into the gym but still keep us warm during those chilly outdoor...

Super Bowl Sunday is days away, and for those of us less interested in the game, there’s still one reason to participate: the food. For this Giants-Patriots showdown, we’ve taken the focus away from the field and onto iconic dishes from each team’s hometown. Keep reading to see lightened-up...

FitSugar reader JessicaSmithTV wanted to know: are all those claims about creating longer and leaner muscles through exercise true? She asked an expert and posted the answer in our Fit Community . You’ve probably heard it numerous times before – a workout that promises to give you longer,...

Red-carpet fashion and beauty coverage: Video: Angelina Jolie leads the black and white beauties at the SAG Awards! Designer rundown: find out who wore what Poll: who was the best dressed at the SAG Awards? Trend report: rainbow bright hues, chic whites, and daring dark gowns Re-create your favorite...