Smelly shoes are no use to anybody. Some fabrics, like synthetic vinyl, absorb stenches more than others, especially when you go sock-less. Bottom line: Stinky shoes are a problem that must be taken care of, pronto. No one wants to be associated with stank. I was recently watching Jeopardy, and of all things, one of the questions was about a plant that gets rid of bad smells. I took note. To Read more

We are pumped to share one of our fave stories from Fitness Magazine here on FitSugar! You carry your own water bottle, use a reusable shopping bag, and sort your recyclables from the trash. Here are more easy ways to green your daily routine without thinking about it. Choose Wisely Look for eco-friendly companies when shopping for workout clothes and gear. Gaiam, Patagonia, and GoLite are just Read more

Let's just say that finding something stinky or soiled in your suitcase when you arrive at a destination is not the way to kick off the vacation (especially if everything was clean before you left home). Since a smelly opening could happen to any of us, see five smart ways to keep your stuff safeguarded and staying great during the packing process. Separate your shoes. For flipflops and other Read more

It's almost time to Spring clean, which means dusting off, editing, and organizing every aspect of your life. What you wear and use during your workout is no different; here are three tips for Spring cleaning your fitness. Inspect your gear: You may never give up that old college T-shirt, no matter how threadbare it gets, but there comes a time when you need to retire old workout gear. Go Read more

Morning workouts are perfect for people who prefer getting it over with before work. But if you're like me, you end up wasting time running around your house searching for things, when you should be out running! These time-saving tips will take minutes to do the night before, but they'll save you time in the morning, making that a.m. workout more likely to happen. Hand wash your sports bra in Read more

Germaphobes and fashionistas take note — Blake Brody In-Studio Footwear may be your new favorite fitness accessory. The Blake Brody eco-friendly footwear line looks like a collection of fashion ballet flats, but are so flexible — you can roll them up if you need to! — they won't inhibit the foot's natural range of motion. While it may seem counterintuitive to wear shoes for a studio Read more

Dear Fit, I have an embarrassing problem that I really need to address. My smelly feet. Not just your regular stinky, sweaty smell after a workout — my tootsies seem to reek all the time. It was the kind of problem I thought only I knew about, but the other day at work, it was rather warm and I slipped my feet out of my flats. My co-worker got a whiff, covered her nose and said, "What's that Read more