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Get All Your Wii Fit Necessities in the 5-in-1 Fitness Bundle

GeekSugar — Tue, 05 Aug 2008 07:30:20 PDT

Wii Fit fanatics, have I got the ultimate product for you. DreamGear has just come out with a Fitness Bundle that includes all the Wii Fit goodies you could ever want. For $60, you get a rechargeable battery pack, USB charging cable, jeli sleeve, fitness mat, travel bag, and one pair of "textured" socks. I've done the "bundle" math on this one, and it seems like one heck of a deal - just the Wii Fit Silicone Sleeves cost $20 alone!

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Blake Resumes Work and Awaits a Visit From Ryan

Katie Henry — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 14:25:41 PST

Blake Lively chatted on the phone as she left her trailer on the NYC set of Gossip Girl today. She bundled up and headed back to work for the second day in a row to shoot upcoming scenes as fans wait to find out Gossip Girl's true identity. The show's 100th episode aired on Monday and was filled with plenty of OMG moments including Blair's royal wedding and Serena's love confession to Dan!

Blake's been balancing her time between the set and fashionable parties lately, and yesterday she even fit in a visit to one of her favorite Manhattan boutiques, Chanel - looks like she has a new quilted Chanel case protecting her iPad. She recently stepped out to support friend Jason Wu at the launch of his Target collection, and she could be prepping for multiple parties in conjunction with Fall Fashion Week. The stylish storm officially kicks off on Feb. 9, when Blake's boyfriend, Ryan Reynolds, will also be in town promoting his new film, Safe House.

5 Tips to Quickly Whip You Into Shape

Leta Shy — Wed, 14 Dec 2011 00:17:18 PST

When time is short, don't worry, you can still get in the calorie-burning effects of an effective workout. The next time you think you can't fit exercise in, here are five easy ways to convince yourself that's just not the case.

Use heavier weights: Cut your strength training time by increasing the heaviness of your weights. You'll be able to do fewer reps and still get the same results.
Combine your workouts: Don't have time to devote hours upon hours on separate cardio and strength training routines? Squeeze them both into an all-around workout that raises your heartbeat while still pumping up your muscles, like this fast-paced cardio circuit workout.
Or, break them up: Can't block off enough time for a longer workout session? Break up your calorie burning into a few manageable spurts of exercise. There are many reasons to love a short workout - read a few of them here!
Walk more: Staying active is more than just making it to the gym. To encourage yourself to walk more, get an inexpensive pedometer to track just how close to that 10,000-steps-a-day goal you really are.
Find a (new) buddy: If you haven't had time to catch up with a friend, now's the time extend a fitness-inspired invitation. Sign up for guest passes at a new studio, drop in on a Zumba classs, or bundle up for a long Winter walk together. You'll be able to inject variety in your workouts all while being able to spend time with your friend.

How do you fit in a workout?

Celebaby Roundup!

Mackenzie Wagoner — Mon, 12 Dec 2011 14:07:05 PST

Despite dropping temperatures, celebs headed into the great outdoors with their little ones this weekend. Jennifer Garner and her girls walked to ballet class, while Sandra Bullock braved a blustery day in the park with baby Louis. David Beckham bundled up Harper to watch her brothers play soccer, and Rachel Zoe and Rodger Berman fit a hat on Skyler's head for a day of running errands - click through to see what they were all up to!

6 Tricks to Save on Winter Spending

Emily Co — Tue, 29 Nov 2011 05:00:56 PST

Winter can be an expensive season with all the gift giving, and your bank account may look worse for wear during this time. Don't worry, there are plenty of smart strategies you can take to lower your Winter bills. Here are some money-saving tricks to keep in mind this cold season:

Invest in a programmable thermostat. Save energy and money by programming the thermostat to control the heating and cooling when you're away from home or asleep. And these don't have to be expensive investments - there are programmable thermostats available for about $35.
Insulate your home. Figure out if your home can improve on insulation by conducting an inspection. The US Department of Energy website has good tips on DIY home inspections. Save energy and money by installing what works best for your house, from installing windows and doors that fit better or plug and caulk cracks and holes. Be sure to do your research online first, before attempting to make these changes on your own.
Consider a space heater. Using a space heater instead of central heating can save you money. If you only need to heat up one or two rooms, you'll save more money and energy using a space heater than central heating.

Read on for more tips.

Savvy Links: How to Throw a White Elephant Party

SavvySugar — Mon, 28 Nov 2011 12:29:13 PST

How to throw a white elephant party - Yahoo! Shine
Do children make married couples spend more? - Bundle
9 presents your work friends will thank you for all year - HuffPost Women
Why companies pay you to get fit - DailyWorth
Defensive laundry: 9 ways to help your clothes last longer - Wise Bread
4 reasons to get a prenup - Budgets Are Sexy
The cons of retail credit cards - Kiplinger
What’s not in your credit score? - Credit Karma

Do You Pack Fitness Gear When Traveling?

Michele Foley — Fri, 18 Nov 2011 14:07:56 PST

With Thanksgiving fast approaching, many of you will be heading out of town to visit friends and family. While there, it's likely that you'll be eating traditional Thanksgiving fare - all 4,500 calories of it! Since my gym and bike can't come with me (and because I am not a runner), I usually pack fitness gear to take with me over the holiday. My usual bundle includes workout DVDs, fitness clothing, and resistance bands. I also go on a long walk once Thanksgiving dinner is over; it helps with digestion, but mostly keeps me from falling asleep on the couch!

When traveling, it's easy to get off track when it comes to diet and fitness. To not totally abandon your goals, pack these healthy items with you before leaving. Of course, one of the fun things about going away is being able to relax and leave your normal routine, which may also mean ditching the fitness regimen for a while.

10 Ways Spending Money Can Help You Save

Bundle — Thu, 03 Nov 2011 00:15:18 PDT

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We're always talking about saving money, but sometimes spending money can help you save more in the long run. Here are 10 instances doling out cash can help you add more to your savings.

Do a big weekly grocery shop

I like to cook, but I'm a little lazy about buying groceries. It's hard to drop a lot of money on food all at once! When I do a big shop, it always seems like I'm spending so much money. Last week, for instance, the tab came to over $100 for two people. But, when I get lazy and don't do a grocery shop, I wind up going back to the store four or five times in a week, and end up spending even more than I would if I had just bought all my food for the week at once. Plan a few meals and make yourself go to the grocery store once a week.

Resole your shoes

I once had a pair of $150 boots that sat around for two years without once seeing the light of day because the soles had worn down. They were my favorite pair of boots, but I figured they were probably done for. I actually bought two other pairs of boots - and was going for a third when the light bulb went off - just get my old boots resoled! It cost about $50 and they feel like a whole new pair of boots. Save money on excessive numbers of shoes by getting your old pair resoled.

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Intense Cardio For Those Who Hate the Treadmill

Leta Shy — Mon, 31 Oct 2011 02:41:31 PDT

I'm a fan of the treadmill, but I have many otherwise fitness-loving friends who'd rather do almost anything else than a 30-minute gym run. If you're the same, here are other ways to reap the same calorie-burning benefits without a seemingly boring run.

Try a different machine: Think your cardio only comes from the treadmill? Think again. Raise your heart rate with another machine at the gym. Try a spinning class to burn major calories, check out the row machine for an all-body workout, or go full-force on the elliptical. Each of these will burn major calories while being less hard on your legs and knees.

Intervals: Many people say they hate the treadmill because it's boring and don't think that they can run for a long time. High-intensity intervals help in both these cases. And you don't have to stick to the treadmill. Bundle up with your favorite cold-weather running gear and hit the trails, and alternate your vigorous runs with jogging.

More intense cardio ideas after the break.

10 Money Moves to Make Before You Freelance

Bundle — Thu, 13 Oct 2011 00:15:41 PDT

We're thrilled to present this smart Bundle story here on Savvy!

Freelancing can be an exciting and rewarding path for many people. You get to call the shots - accept or decline assignments, enjoy greater degree of flexibility in your schedule, and develop diversified streams of income. But there are also many things that freelancers have to worry about: health insurance, invoicing, saving for retirement, etc. Here are 10 money moves you can make to ensure that your freelance career is well-positioned for success.

Have an emergency fund

Most personal finance experts recommend 3-6 months worth of living expenses stashed away, but for freelancers, it might be more prudent to aim for a bigger, 6-9 months emergency fund. Jamie Beckman, New York-based freelance writer and author of The Frisky 30-Day Breakup Guide, saved about seven months' worth of money in an emergency fund before she took the freelance leap. "In retrospect, I'd probably recommend saving more than that just in case," said Jamie, "I was able to get a good amount of work right off the bat, so I haven't been dependent on my savings (knock on wood!), but having a healthy financial cushion buys me peace of mind. I also have a few mutual funds that I can cash out in an emergency, but I'd rather not dip into those unless my situation is dire."

Read on for more tips for freelancers.