My closet used to be divided into three sections: clothes that fit when I was 20 pounds heavier; clothes that fit when I was thin but miserable (from my “never-eat-anything-fun” phase); and clothes I could wear at that moment.
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A treadmill can seem scary to the beginner. They're big and bulky, make a lot of noise and have tons of buttons and moving parts. But I'm about to let you in on a secret: They're really not that scary. In fact, with just a few hints, the... Read more
Bogus exercise equipment and nutrition scams have been assaulting us for about as long as anyone can remember. According to author Dr. James Harvey Young, the scams date back as early as 1630. That was the year Nicholas Knopp of Massachusetts Bay was... Read more
When it comes to running (and walking), you have two types of people: those who adore the outdoors and those who would rather have their try at the treadmill. I've heard countless reasons from each type of runner on exactly why they choose to run... Read more
Judi (TIME4JUDI) is long-time SparkPeople member with multiple sclerosis (MS). By walking indoors with the help of walking DVDs, she lost 60 pounds in seven months! Now she shares her advice and tips with others who want to walk off the weight withou... Read more
I have set my goals here on the site and it has me down to 138 by November 11. That seems so unbelievable to me...that's down 47 pounds from where I am today.
I have started working out at least an hour and a half 4 times a week. As most women... Read more
I run 3 miles a day and strength train every other day. I would like to drop a few pounds and become more toned but I haven't had much luck with it since I turned 30. My diet does need some tweaking but it is hard to do that since I have a tight budg... Read more
Had to start some place. After hearing the same people with the same old story, i have made a decision to take charge of my own life. I know that if I want something bad enough I am the only one that can change it. So it is time for me to take charg... Read more
Our gym just started what is called Toning zumba.. I tell you what the zumba was hard enough, but adding these 1lb toning sticks for a full hour. wholy might moley!
It was one wonderful very hard work out, I could barley lift these little sticks b... Read more
I was introduced to Leslie Sansone walking DVDs right after I joined SparkPeople. I find that she is entertaining, and a 2-mile walk flys by! I have to credit a good portion of my success in sticking with the exercise to these workouts.... Read more
I love it. It's going to take me some conditioning to be able to do a whole 20 minute class but man does it work the whole body and I have more energy after I'm done with it!... Read more
Trim Your Top HalfVisually pare arms and chest with these upside tips: Live in V-necks -- camis, tees, cardigans, anything and everything. The downward diamond shape elongates you. Just be sure to stop short of major cleavage; it looks tacky at any... Read more
I must admit that life around the SparkPeople/dailySpark offices is usually pretty good. But life just got better: We recently heard some great news here at the dailySpark! For the third straight year, the readers of BusinessWeek.com have chosen Spa... Read more
SparkPeople member AQUAGIRL08 struggled with chronic pain unitl she decided to take control of her health through diet and exercise. She offers her best advice anyone dealing with pain.
