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How to Gorge on Vacation and Come Home Slimmer

September 30, 2010 By 4 Comments
prevent vacation weight gain

I’ve returned from a week-long stay in Hawaii with proof that the occasional vaycay binge is perfectly acceptable.

Provided you do this ONE thing.

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U.S. News column: 5 Barefoot Running Tips

September 25, 2010 By 2 Comments

For our latest U.S. News post, Chelsea snagged a running coach to get the real scoop on barefoot running — including tips for creating a training schedule, shopping for minimalist shoes and striking with proper form.

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U.S. News column: 6 Fitness Apps and Websites That Rock

September 25, 2010 By Leave a Comment

There’s an app for everything these days, even ones to help you eat better and exercise. In our U.S. News column “On Fitness,” Ryan separates the best from the rest.

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5 Mind-Blowing Watermelon Recipes

September 16, 2010 By 3 Comments
healthy watermelon recipes

Watermelon is delicious, mostly healthy and completely unpredictable in these watermelon recipes. Forget slicing it up summer-side-dish style. Be bold!

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I Discovered the Chocolate Fountain of Youth

September 9, 2010 By 17 Comments
chocolate fountain of youth

Chocolate for longevity. I know, right? We’ve heard it before—and we usually suspect that it’s someone’s guilty conscience, not medical expertise, causing them to promote the benefits of our favorite treat. But I came across something this week that spurred me to revisit the debate. You’ll want to hear this.

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The Mind: A Powerful Agent for Achieving Health and Wellness

September 8, 2010 By Leave a Comment
Mind Over Matter

Have you ever heard the saying, “Decisions determine destiny?” It can also be said that our thoughts determine our decisions. Thoughts originate in the brain and are a product of our experiences.

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Open Discussion: What Defines A Personal Record?

September 6, 2010 By 3 Comments
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Is a personal record truly your best time to run a certain distance or your best time to run a certain distance in an organized race? Weigh in.

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How to do Lateral Ski Jumps

September 4, 2010 By 1 Comment

Starting Position: Start the lateral ski jumps exercise on one leg, lunging down. Procedure: While lunging down, push off side-way. Go back and forth, working through the hips. Coaching Tips: Head up, chest out, drop your hips.

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How to do Lunge Jumps

September 4, 2010 By Leave a Comment

Starting Position: Start the Lunge Jump exercise in lunge position. Procedure: Jump straight up from lunge position, switching feet while in the air. Come up completely. Coaching Tips: Use your glute to push up. Knee should line up with toe.

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How to do Mountain Climbers

September 4, 2010 By Leave a Comment

Starting Position: Begin the Mountain Climber in push-up position. Procedure: Bring knee straight to your chest, keeping knee barely above the ground. Tap your toe at the top. Coaching Tips: Keep your core as stable as possible, shoulder blades together, and chest out.

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