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Your Life Changes Are Changing the Lives of Others

Every time we take the stairs instead of the elevator or cook at home instead of picking up takeout, we're setting an example. See how members are influencing their families.
Posted 2/15/2010  9:45:22 AM By:   : 79 comments   23,604 views
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I Have a New Fitness Goal

When I took inventory of my life, I left out a pretty major fitness goal. But it's something I think you should all know about.
Posted 1/27/2010  5:58:47 AM By:   : 131 comments   25,754 views
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Overwhelmed by Starfish

At the Spark Your Life Convention in Cincinnati this fall, one member in particular stole our (and your) hearts. She wanted to share this essay.
Posted 1/22/2010  2:33:45 PM By:   : 181 comments   30,755 views
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Could Your Weight-Loss Expenses Be Tax Deductible?

At this time of year when you're thinking about improving your health and also filing tax returns, why not do something that can benefit both?
Posted 1/22/2010  10:10:04 AM By:   : 69 comments   33,004 views
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Lead with Your Heart; the Rest of You Will Follow

It was time I chose my own words, carved out my own niche, expressed my own emotions in exactly the words I needed. My new mantra came to me...
Posted 1/19/2010  10:02:30 AM By:   : 269 comments   54,763 views
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My 2010 Goals: What Are Yours?

Goals do not have to be made at the first of the year, month or week. They can be made any time, just remember to keep them specific to you, your dreams and desire.
Posted 1/13/2010  3:00:00 PM By:   : 122 comments   22,398 views
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Jog and Enjoy the Weather

Discover the magic of winter workouts!
Posted 1/13/2010  6:00:00 AM By:   : 162 comments   36,282 views
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Stuff We Love: Two Fit Chicks and a Microphone

Two of our favorite fitness bloggers have teamed up in a regular health and fitness podcast, and we've invited them to tell you more about it.
Posted 1/11/2010  10:00:00 AM By:   : 66 comments   28,221 views
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5 Workout Songs I'm Obsessed with Right Now

Refresh your workout playlist with some of these fresh music ideas from Coach Nicole.
Posted 1/6/2010  10:26:05 AM By:   : 325 comments   140,479 views
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Share Your Resolutions to Stay Accountable

At SparkPeople, we frequently talk about setting goals and holding yourself accountable. Now we've found another cool way to share your goals and stay on track.
Posted 1/5/2010  9:00:00 AM By:   : 73 comments   22,848 views
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PEOPLE Magazine's 'Half Their Size' Issue Features SparkPeople Member! *

Check out the before and after photos of Brandy's 177-pound weight loss in the current issue of PEOPLE magazine!
Posted 1/1/2010  2:00:00 PM By:   : 357 comments   115,276 views
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Taking Inventory for 2010: What's in Stock for You?

To me, an inventory is a chance to check in with my goals and gauge my progress. It's a chance to reflect on what I want to do with my life and to ensure I'm on the right path.
Posted 1/1/2010  10:00:00 AM By:   : 92 comments   29,448 views
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80 Pounds Gone, Now I'm Carrying the Olympic Torch

For the past few months, the 29-year-old happily married store clerk from Manitoba, Canada, has been working out with one goal in mind: Carrying the Olympic torch.
Posted 12/31/2009  10:01:01 AM By:   : 233 comments   23,642 views
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When Less Exercise is More

Forget all-or-nothing when it comes to your workouts! Find out why may actually be more when it comes to fitness.
Posted 12/18/2009  2:00:00 PM By:   : 171 comments   59,223 views
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Are You Too Competitive With Yourself?

I've always enjoyed running races. But recently, I'm not experiencing those same positive feelings. I think I need to change my attitude, but I'm not sure how.
Posted 12/11/2009  1:57:48 PM By:   : 122 comments   29,957 views
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