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Lo Bosworth Gives the "Lo Down" on Her Fitness Routine

FitSugar — Thu, 19 Aug 2010 07:30:12 PDT

For Lo Bosworth, life after The Hills meant working on an upcoming book on dating advice, and starting her own website - The Lo Down. This month, Lo gave readers a peek into what her fitness schedule is like. Given that she's always talked about fitness being a big part of her life, I wasn't surprised to find out that she works out at least five times a week. And since the Summer is full of "beach barbecues and bathing suits," the reality star makes a point to hit the gym regularly. Check out her workout schedule here:

Spin (50 minutes, two to three times a week): Lo has often talked about her love of spinning, even if her BFF Lauren Conrad is not a fan. Lo says that she appreciates the instructor’s "drill-sergeant commands and the loud, pumping jams . . . I burn roughly 500 calories in a 50-minute class."

Kettlebells (30 minutes, two times a week): Although Lo pencils in a kettlebell workout two times a week, she says it's probably more likely she'll only make it to one. "I hate his class, but it does make my butt less jiggly so I go. It’s hardcore strength training: you lift your kettlebell weight at the same time as you lunge, squat or dance around. It’s hard. After my very first class I couldn’t move for about a week."

Yoga (60 minutes, one time a week): Yoga is another class she dislikes, but still goes to in order to get the benefits. But having a workout partner to go to class with makes things easier for Lo - especially since it's her sister!

Does Mainstream Success Ruin a Band for You?

BuzzSugar — Thu, 28 Feb 2008 16:30:07 PST

I picked up the March edition of Spin Magazine only to find Vampire Weekend on the cover and immediately thought, "Wasn't it about a minute ago they were one of my bands to watch?" I was far from the first to write about them, but I still figured it would be a while before they were on newsstands everywhere.

Vampire Weekend didn't spend much time on anyone's "favorite little unknown band" list and sped straight to the bigtime. But that kind of sudden spotlight can shine even on established artists - take Feist, who released a couple of albums to a small but devoted fan base before an Apple ad made her a breakout star. When your favorite musicians go mainstream, does it ruin them for you? Or are you generally happy for good little bands that make it big?

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NYFW Street Style Kicks Off With Fresh Pops of Color and Furry Details

Hannah Weil — Thu, 09 Feb 2012 11:22:14 PST

We've been anxiously awaiting the street-style stampede that descends on NYC every Fashion Week. This season is already bringing out a range of creative ensembles - and it's only day one. Among the standouts thus far we're spotting a mix of mega brights and fur layers offering a fresh spin on Winter fashion. As always, the inspiration is endless - click through to feast your eyes on the first snaps of NYFW street style.

From the Fit Community: Leave Your Phone at Home When You Work Out

Fit Community — Thu, 09 Feb 2012 02:25:08 PST

FitSugar reader JessicaSmithTV wants you to know: you're hurting your workout when you bring your cell phone into the equation. She shared her three reasons you should stay cell phone-free at the gym in our 10 Pounds Down! community group.

1. It’s hurting your workout (and could cause you to get hurt)

If you can text or talk on the phone during any part of your workout, you aren’t working hard enough. Exercise requires a mind/body connection (yes, even the time you spend on the treadmill) and your cell phone seriously disrupts the communication signals between your mind and your body.

Even if you think you are the most talented texter, or multitasker to ever walk the earth, don’t kid yourself - many studies have shown cell phone distraction as even worse than being drunk – so if you wouldn’t run that mile, take that spin class or do Pilates totally wasted, then your phone shouldn’t be out during your workout. Not paying attention during exercise is dangerous and can cause you to hurt yourself - in a big way. Not to mention, it slows you down! Even if you stop to text in between exercises, you are slowing down your flow - and your heart rate. Not a good way to get results.

Read more reasons for keeping your cell phone at home after the break.

New Hybrid Class: Spinning and Yoga

Susi May — Tue, 14 Jun 2011 12:36:43 PDT

Since the new millennium rolled around, it seems like the ancient practice of yoga has been mixed with almost every form of exercise, from the Pilates hybrid Yogalates to kickboxing's Koga. A new yoga mashup is making its way into the fitness world: yoga and spinning. Before your third eye conjures up images of holding a downward-facing dog while clipped in on a stationary bike, let me explain that the 60-minute classes are divided into two half-hour segments: 30 minutes of spin followed by 30 minutes of yoga. After taking a class at YAS Fitness Center in LA recently, I can attest that this blend makes great sense.

Keep reading to learn more about this new hybrid class.

Learn How to Create Katniss's Iconic Hunger Games Braid

Miriam Lacey — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 12:38:00 PST

The Hunger Games won't be in theaters until March, but thanks to the movie's lead stylist, Linda Flowers, you can get Katniss Everdeen's signature undone braid right now. "The key to pulling off this style is being creative," Flowers says. "Her character is fierce yet feminine, so her hair is meant to have texture and look effortless." Ready to get just as inventive as our District 12 heroine? Keep reading for the complete step-by-step.

Wear It Now: 15 Fantastic Fringed Dresses

Marisa Tom — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 07:29:39 PST

Suffice to say, fringe is having a moment. From '20s glam to funkier boho tiers to full on '80s rocker vibe, the flapper-derived trend was seen on the runways of Oscar de la Renta, Marchesa, Gucci, and more. Whether you wear your tassels at the hem, in a capped shoulder detail, or bedazzled along the neckline, this distinct trimming adds flounce and fancy to every garment. And depending on how you spin it, fringe can also inject an extra dose of edge and texture into your final look. To do right by this ultracool style, we've picked out 15 evening-ready frocks that just so happen to feature accents of that unmistakable Spring '12 fringe. Get ready to shimmy and shake - click through to see our editors' picks at every price point.

Source: Vogue Germany

Start Your Engines! A Cars-Themed Birthday Party

Nicole Abbott — Sun, 05 Feb 2012 12:17:59 PST

Start your engines! Boys, both big and small, love cars - and it's almost certain that your little man also loves the movie Cars. Throw him a "wheelie" cool party for his next birthday, inspired by the movie - with a few inspirational ideas from this Cars-themed birthday party that will have your head spinning!

Source: Branco Prata

Celeb Style: Olivia Palermo's Furry Vest and Over-the-Knee Boots

Hannah Weil — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 07:56:44 PST

A date with beau Johannes Huebl in the West Village may be just another day for Olivia Palermo, but it's a pretty stylish one in our books. The style setter outfitted a sophisticated spin on downtown dressing, adding a furry Winter vest to slim black pants and a leather jacket. Over-the-knee boots give it a '70s-cool twist, and a pair of cat-eye shades finish the look with Olivia's signature polish. Feeling inspired? Shop our editors' picks to channel Olivia's pulled-together layers.

525 America Hooded Fur Vest - Sold Out	ASOS Leather Biker Jacket With Collarless Stitch Detail - $214.86
Warehouse Pocket Jegging - $62.67	Steve Madden Women's Zestyy Flat Boot - $99.95
Tory Burch Ikat Scarf - $155.00	Burberry Cat's Eye Sunglasses - $200.00
Michael Kors Sport Chronograph Watch - $195.00	Givenchy 'Aqua' Glass Pearl Stud Earrings - $26.00
Rebecca Minkoff 'Covet' Snake Embossed Satchel - $425.00

Download of the Day: Spin Play For iPad

Kristen Hawley — Tue, 15 Mar 2011 04:23:18 PDT

Thing that is awesome: discovering new music. Thing that is more awesome: discovering new music curated by a top music magazine on your iPad. Spin magazine has just announced its new iPad app, Spin Play, the basic version of which is free. It includes a stream of constantly updated news and reviews. For $2 per month or $8 for the year, users receive over 60 streaming songs and over 30 exclusive performance videos curated by Spin editors.

Annual subscribers receive notifications when new issues are available to download through Apple's recently-introduced subscription model. A user's subscription will continue to automatically renew each year at the same price until canceled by the user. And, as the just-released iOS 4.3 for iPad includes AirPlay, app users can take advantage of wireless music streaming, too.

Download Spin Play for free from the App Store.