All Entries For fitness
Lifting Weights Isn't Just For the Young
New research is showing that adults who start a regular strength training program can help minimize muscle loss and increase independence as they age.
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9 Gear Essentials Every Serious Runner Needs
Running has been a passion of mine for five years now and in that time I have discovered some great running gear that keeps me motivated to continue on the journey.
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Motivation Tips from an Olympic Snowboarder
Read how Olympic silver medalist Gretchen Bleiler stays motivated (yes, even professional athletes have "off" days) and how she stays in shape when she's not snowboarding.
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Stuff We Love: Home Gym Equipment
Coach Denise shares information about her favorite home gym equipment.
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10 Medicine Ball Moves to Help You Get a Leaner Body
Medicine ball exercises make a nice supplement to your strength training routine by helping to increase your range of motion and your dynamic flexibility.
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Confession: I Ran and Ate My Way Through the Krispy Kreme Challenge
What do you get when you combine competitive running with competitive eating? A new meaning to the phrase 'doughnut run!'
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Habits of Fit People: Share Your Goals with Others
Need some motivation? Share your workout plans with just ONE person, for accountability to stick with your workout program. Here's how to do it!
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New Year's Fitness and Weight-Loss Tips Roundup
Jenn from the Fit Bottomed Girls shares the best weight-loss and fitness tips for the new year.
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Busting Excuses to Avoid Exercise, No Matter Your Size
Just because you can't run a mile or touch your toes doesn't mean you should give up on exercise. Setting modest goals--and achieving them--will benefit you more than you know!
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In Memoriam: Jack LaLanne
Jack LaLanne, founding father of the fitness movement in the United States, died at home on Sunday at the age of 96, but his legacy lives on...
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The Coobie Sports Bra: Great Support, No Uniboob!
Looking for the perfect sports bra? This may be the one!
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The Fab Fitness Gear I Can't Live Without
From gadgets to clothes, Coach Nicole is dishing about the exercise gear that she uses to stay in tip-top shape.
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10 Workout Songs to Get Your Body Moving
Something as simple as updating your workout music can give you extra motivation to get moving!
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Gear Up: My Must-Have Accessory for Winter Workouts
How does Coach Nicole run outside all winter long, no matter how far the mercury drops? She attributes her success to this body-warming accessory!
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Start 2011 with SparkPeople's 28-Day Bootcamp Challenge
Join SparkPeople's workout challenge in January and you could win--and lose--BIG!
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