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Happy Hour: Baby, It's Cold Outside

YumSugar — Mon, 15 Jan 2007 13:59:16 PST

The weather around the country has been wild. In my neck of the woods, it's been dipping below freezing at night. In fact, the tiny little pond in my backyard (yes, I have a backyard in San Francisco and yes, I know that's practically unheard of) has frozen over! To commemorate this wacky spell of cold weather, I found the perfectly titled drink.

Baby, It's Cold Outside
From Shoana Jenson at Cityline

1 part Vodka
2 parts Xante
Pear nectar/juice

Build over ice in a cocktail glass.
Garnish with a slice of starfruit.

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Song of the Day: Leon Redbone/Zooey Deschanel, "Baby It's Cold Outside"

BuzzSugar — Sun, 17 Dec 2006 08:32:22 PST

A lot of you are probably braving the crowds and the cold to finish your holiday shopping this weekend, so here's a little musical pick-me-up to get you in the spirit of the season. Remember the scene in "Elf" where Zooey Deschanel is singing "Baby It's Cold Outside" in the shower? She also recorded the song for the "Elf" soundtrack as a duet with the legendary Leon Redbone; take a listen below.

Video: Zach Braff and Donald Faison Bring You a Cute Holiday Duet

Becky Kirsch — Tue, 27 Dec 2011 08:40:21 PST

Here's a belated Christmas gift for you (particularly if you're a Scrubs fan); Zach Braff and Donald Faison, who played BFFs on the series, reunited for a holiday duet of "Baby It's Cold Outside." And that's not all! They also made their own swanky music video beside an infinity pool. Watch their hilarious take on the song, even if it doesn't seem to be cold at all in LA.

Your Winter Workout Woes - Answered!

Fitness Magazine — Tue, 10 Jan 2012 04:09:05 PST

We are excited to share one of our fave stories from Fitness Magazine here on FitSugar!

Baby, it's cold outside! But for those of us training, sans gym membership, or just yearning for some fresh air, we can't let the chilly weather keep us from an outdoor workout. If you find your morning runs too cold, have achy joints, or just want to make it through a run without wiping out, we hear you! That's why we asked Dr. Scott Weiss, clinical director and owner of Bodhizone Physical Therapy, your burning cold-weather workout questions. Read on below to see how you can have a successful workout no matter what the weather.

The cold weather makes my joints hurt! What stretches can I do before a workout to stop constantly feeling sore?

If cold weather is making you sore, the worst thing to do is go and stretch since you're more likely to pull a muscle or tear some cartilage. In the cold weather, the key is total body warmth. Spend a little more time warming up, by adding 5 to 10 minutes to your normal warm-up routine. Stretching while your joints are warm will then enhance flexibility and range of motion while also reducing your chance of injury.

Sometimes when I go for a run in the Winter, my toes lose feeling. Why is this happening and how can I fix it?

Most of the time numb toes are a minor circulatory or footwear issue. Try making a fist with your toes, or do some calf raises to get the blood pumping. Once you get home, be sure to elevate your feet to relieve the pressure. If tingling persists, it could be something more serious (like frostbite), and you should contact a physician.

I'm terrified of black ice. What are some tips to avoid it?

Make sure you stay focused on the heel contact portion of the running cycle in icy conditions. Oftentimes, we don't think about how we are landing our feet, and if even slightly unbalanced while landing on ice, you risk falling. If you live in an especially icy area, consider trail shoes, which have a better grip.

Read on for more Winter workout solutions from Dr. Weiss.

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• Oops-Proof Your Workout

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• Get the 2012 Best Body Ever Plan

Hawaii Scrubs Reunion For Shirtless Zach, Donald, and Their Lovely Ladies!

Molly Goodson — Tue, 27 Dec 2011 11:00:21 PST

Zach Braff and his girlfriend, Taylor Bagley, joined Donald Faison and fiancée CaCee Cobb for a walk on the beach in Hawaii on Sunday. The Scrubs costars remain close friends and brought their lovely ladies along for the tropical holiday double date. Before heading to the island, Donald and Zach recorded a hilarious version of "Baby, It's Cold Outside" set on a gorgeous sunny LA day, which CaCee shared on Twitter on Christmas day. It was a romance-filled 2011 for longtime loves CaCee and Donald - the two announced their engagement in August and are capping off the year with this sweet getaway alongside some of their closest companions.

Craft an Indoor Winter Wonderland

Natasha Dantzig — Thu, 22 Dec 2011 13:03:18 PST

Baby, it's cold outside! Winter weather isn't always conducive to long hours spent playing outside, so lil ones need plenty of indoor activities to keep them occupied. Click through for seven fun crafts that will keep tots in the Winter spirit without having to set foot outside!

Family Movie Night! 10 Christmas Movies to Watch With the Kids

Nicole Abbott — Wed, 21 Dec 2011 14:22:29 PST

Baby, it's cold outside! During these chilly Winter months, 'tis the season to snuggle up with the kiddos and watch a movie. From timeless classic to new animated features, check out this selection of 10 Christmas movies the entire family is sure to enjoy!

Cool Gloves and Hand Warmers Under $50

Chi Diem Chau — Mon, 07 Nov 2011 09:30:36 PST

Baby, it's cold outside. As it gets increasingly chilly, we suggest you protect your precious digits with the latest assortment of gloves and hand warmers. From Zara's sleek leather gloves to cozy cashmere from J.Crew, we have you covered for every wintry outing. The best part? Everything is priced under $50. Just click the slideshow to see and shop our top 10 picks for Winter.

Photo courtesy of Phil Oh

Grey's Anatomy Rundown, "This Is How We Do It"

Becky Kirsch — Thu, 24 Mar 2011 21:11:05 PDT

After a short hiatus, Grey's Anatomy is back to doing what it does best: an hour of relationship drama with a cliffhanger ending. The final scene isn't much of a surprise considering that the cast has been implying that something traumatic is what triggers next week's musical event, but it's still pretty jarring. But before we get to that, let's rewind, shall we?

Lexie and Jackson are hot and heavy (which means Mark's out in the cold), much to April's chagrin. Unfortunately for the hospital's resident virgin, she's just not that into Dr. Stark, which means she's not getting any either. There are also breakthroughs for Alex and Teddy, and problems for Cristina and Chief Webber, so get into all the goodies when you

Lexie and Jackson's sexy shower was definitely not a one-time thing. They're still totally hot for each other, and they're certainly not trying to hide it from their housemates (April even comments, "Is there anywhere you don't do it?"). Mark, on the other hand, is another story. At Callie's baby shower, Lexie finally clues him in that she's seeing "someone else," but dodges the question when Mark asks if he knows the guy. It doesn't take more than a few minutes for Mark to see Jackson with his arm around his ex, and he puts two and two together.
Alex steps up his game for Chief Resident by moving into a trailer in the hospital parking lot. Being Chief isn't the only thing on his mind though; when Lucy calls him out for pocketing finger foods at the shower, he calls her out on having feelings for him. Lucy blows him off, but then consults Meredith about whether or not she's missing out on something great, and Meredith assures her that his Neanderthal behavior is just a "well-executed act." Lucy takes Meredith's advice and approaches Alex in his new digs after work - then seizes the opportunity to make a move on him.
Maybe Meredith's right, but I wanted to strangle Karev for the way he taunts April about her relationship with Stark. Lest we forget that Karev basically left April half-naked and in the lurch when she was ready to sleep with him, and now he's airing all of her dirty laundry to the rest of the surgeons. The Seattle Grace docs have always acted like high schoolers, but my heart went out to April when the entire table was making jokes about her giving it up to Stark. April eventually tells Stark she just wants to be friends, which begs the question: is she actually not into him, or did she let the other doctors get in her head?
Callie's pregnancy is moving right along (when did she get so huge?), but Arizona and Mark can't seem to bury their hatchet. They fight about everything from finding out the sex of the baby to whether or not Callie's shower should have a scrapbooking station. As it turns out, Callie is all about being the center of attention for a big pastel baby shower after attending so many other ones around the hospital over the years. After her elaborate party, (which includes some really impressive onesie making skills by her friends), Callie offers to steal Arizona away to a Bed & Breakfast as a thank you for her party. Unfortunately, the romantic getaway lasts around five minutes before the couple starts arguing. During the whole scene I was just bracing myself for a crash, but it doesn't come until after a big milestone - Arizona wants to marry Callie. Callie's taken aback right before the crash, which should make next week's episode even more emotional.
Henry returns to the hospital, and this time he's packing confidence. After coming into the ER with a possible heart attack, he has quite a few things to say to Teddy before getting a CT. After taking some painkillers Henry adorably calls Teddy his "hot wife" and says he thinks they should be together, much to Teddy's chagrin, as Cristina and the Chief can hear their entire convo. Teddy chalks it up to the meds, but Henry later reiterates that he wants to try a relationship. Teddy agrees that it would be a cute fairy tale-esque story, but that she doesn't have feelings for Henry. I'm calling her bluff: I think she's just scared to get attached to someone who's so sick. Can't these kids just get together already?
In other relationships around the hospital, my heart broke into a million pieces when Adele insists to Richard that she doesn't have Alzheimer's because they need to grow old together, especially since Derek was poignantly eyeing Meredith during the whole scene. Meanwhile, I can't believe Bailey lets Eli get away with his "I'm the man" power trip speech outside of the hospital, and Cristina might be out of the race for Chief Resident now that Owen will be doing the picking. (Seriously though, couldn't they find a more impartial judge?)

Do you think Karev and Lucy make a cute pairing? Were you shocked when Arizona's car crashed or did you see it coming? Are you excited for next week's musical? Sound off in the comments!

5 Ways Being a Mom Makes You Healthier

Jenny Sugar — Thu, 08 Sep 2011 12:41:37 PDT

Just because you had a baby (or two, or three), it doesn't mean your health and body automatically get pushed aside. There are many ways being a mother can actually improve how you take care of yourself, and here are just a few.

While prego, you change how you think about eating. It's no longer just about taste but about nourishing your growing baby. You think twice about skipping meals or eating cold pizza for breakfast. And if you're nursing, you want to eat healthy because whatever you eat passes into your breast milk.
After the baby is born, you exercise regularly to lose the baby weight, but all that working out also strengthens your muscles and immune system, makes your heart healthy, and helps you sleep better.
As a mom, you want to set a good example for your kids to live a healthy lifestyle. If they see you eating your broccoli and heading out for bike rides, they're more likely to grow up embracing the same healthy ways. Although the main reason you strive to be a positive role model is for the benefit of your kiddos, it ultimately helps you become healthier, too.
Outdoor time is essential for your kids, not only for the fresh air, but also for the change of scenery and the opportunity to get all their energy out. It encourages you to get outside, too, to go for walks, to pop them in their jogging stroller, to take family bike rides, or to just run around and play with them.
You love being a mom and watching your kids grow up. Since you want to be strong, healthy, and have enough energy to care for your children in the best way possible - and you also want to be around until they have kids of their own- you're inspired to take better care of yourself. Becoming a mom might help you quit smoking, get serious about losing weight, have your cholesterol checked, or even start training for a marathon.

How has being a mom made you a healthier person?