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Katie Holmes is a huge fan of spinning! The workout incinerates calories while working the backside. We hooked up with her spin instructor, Audrey Adler, to learn three moves you can do on a stationary bike to tone your legs and bum. This video is full of great tips to help you maximize your indoor cycling workout and take it to the next level. [...]

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Judging from the latest trend in fitness, what’s old is new again. Indoor cycling is all the rage and it’s moving beyond drop-in classes at the gym. Contributing to the hybrid fitness craze are a new wave of classes that combine spin with either yoga or strength training. LA-based Yas is a hybrid of yoga and spinning, while New York’s SoulCycle turns indoor cycling into a total body workout – students use resistance bands or hand weights to work their upper body while also cycling. [...]

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You never forget how to ride a bike, but hopping on one for the first time since those school days gone by can be intimidating. So when Trek sent me a bike that it promised was perfect for beginner cyclists, I was hoping it was the ideal gateway bike for me to start navigating San Francisco’s hilly roads on two wheels. [...]

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Biking to work or around the city for errands should be easy. You want to be able to hop off your bike and head into the office with ease. Unfortunately, there aren’t many outfits that are made for the challenges of bike commuting - until now. [...]

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Fitness trends come and go, but here at FitSugar we’re game to try anything new and share the deets with you. We recently checked out the Elliptigo. It’s a new hybrid exercise machine that blends the best of cycling with the pedaling action of an elliptical. Learn how it works, what it feels like, and the pros and cons of using the Elliptigo when you watch the video. [...]

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Cyclists and spin class fanatics usually build a lot of strength in the quads and calves, but not the inner and outer thighs, hips, and glutes. As a result, cyclists may develop a muscular imbalance, which can even lead to knee, hip, or back injuries. Regardless of the sport, it’s always important to cross train with exercises that target neglected muscles. [...]

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For us, Fall is all about cruising around on two wheels. Cooler temps make biking enjoyable (read: less sweaty), so we’ve rounded up our fave items to help you stay cozy and safe while cycling.

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Seeing people on the move inspires me to get up and go, but as they say, a picture is worth a thousand words; murals and graffiti depicting running or cycling have the same effect. I am easily moved. Here is a small collection of “public” art, some sanctioned, some not, that should help motivate you to get physical. [...]

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After we gave you a peek at some of our favorite bike messenger bags, Elka, our CasaSugar editor, asked:
“Since I commute with a toddler, my gear, and the toddler’s gear, I’ve found that a front basket on my bike and slim-fitting panniers that fit under his bike seat work best. [...]

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Can you guess which actress was spotting riding around London?

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