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The dog days of Summer are quickly coming to a close. Before the lingering warm days are gone, I dare you to take advantage of them by washing your car and giving your body a good workout.
Last weekend, I busted out a bucket, sponges, a hose, and my waterproof shoes. An hour later, I had a sparkling set of wheels and my guns were ablazin’. [...]

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Uh-oh! Like it or not, the final days of Summer are driftin’ away. If you’re looking to take a vacation from your usual workouts, take advantage of the season and carve out some time with your favorite cutie or health-minded pal for a calorie-burning date. [...]

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FitSugar reader KittyTX loves to run outside in the heat and asked this question to the community.

I was born and raised in Texas, so I think that has a lot to do with my comfort in hot weather that everyone else thinks is miserable. I live in Austin now, and it’s been over a hundred degrees for a long time now. [...]

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This weekend, we heard the shocking news that Serena Williams will not play in this year’s US Open as she recovers from surgery on her foot. The star, who won her 13th Grand Slam title at Wimbledon, injured her appendage on broken glass at a restaurant.

Interestingly, Serena was fined at last year’s US Open for unsportsmanlike conduct, and she could have been banned from playing this year if she had incurred another “major offense” in a Grand Slam tourney. [...]

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Even though celebs are basically paid to look amazing, I don’t doubt that they work hard to achieve their strong and fit bods. Although they may have the unfair advantage of being wealthy enough to afford personal trainers and chefs, their toned physiques still inspire me. Let’s see if you can pick out the lean abs from the photos below. [...]

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Exercising in the heat and humidity of Summer can be unbearable, not to mention, it can be a health risk. So when the clouds roll in and rain starts to sprinkle from the sky, it can offer relief. If you’ve never considered exercising in the rain, it’s time to give it a try. You just need to arm yourself with these tips. [...]

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This photo of a swimmer getting an early morning workout in London’s Hyde Park makes me want to jump into a freshwater lake. Swimmers have been taking the plunge in the park’s Serpentine Lake for more than 140 years. Do you ever swim for fitness in freshwater, such as a lake or (stretching the definition of “freshwater” ) a dumpster pool? Do these photos make you want to try it?
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Do You Swim For Fitness in Freshwater?

Yes

No

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Summer fun comes with its fair share of not-so-fun side effects, from sunburns to bug bites to jellyfish stings. Summer also feels particularly rife with warnings about what not to do, so can you spot the factual health hazards from the fictional?

Take the quiz. [...]

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Ditch the carb-free diet philosophy and sample a Mediterranean diet-friendly salad instead. This Italian bread salad, or panzanella, showcases just-right Summer tomatoes, flavored simply with basil, red onion, and garlic. Arugula adds a slight spiciness, as well as potassium and folate. [...]

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For many people, kicking back and relaxing means kicking back with a cold one. There are tons of beers to choose from ranging in calories from about 70 to 300. If you go for a Budweiser, Corona, or Stella Artois, a regular 12-ounce bottle contains about 150 calories. If you’re worried about what that beer will do to your waistline, here are some Summery ways to work it off. [...]

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