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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.
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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.
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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.
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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?
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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...
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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!
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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