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Women, You've Been Exercising Too Hard, Says Study

The first-ever study on women's heart rates during exercise says that the formulas we've been using to calculate target heart rates aren't specific to--or accurate for--women.
Posted 7/7/2010  7:00:00 AM By:   : 91 comments   205,665 views
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3 Nutrition Tips That Could Help Your Golf Game

Are you looking to shave a few strokes off your score? Your game day nutrition and hydration routine may hold the key.
Posted 7/1/2010  6:00:00 AM By:   : 15 comments   18,705 views
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Don't be a Quitter! Try Every Workout More than Once

Tried Spinning and hated it? How about yoga, running or weight lifting? Find out why giving up on something new could be detrimental to your exercise efforts.
Posted 6/23/2010  7:00:00 AM By:   : 91 comments   26,337 views
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Stay Fit on Vacation with Help from the SparkPeople Store

Don't give up on your healthy habits just because you're going on vacation! These products and ideas will help you stay active away from home.
Posted 6/18/2010  7:00:00 AM By:   : 25 comments   16,045 views
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Stretch Your Muscles with Strength Training

New research shows that something else can help improve flexibility just as much- if not more- than stretching. What is it?
Posted 6/15/2010  8:16:04 AM By:   : 36 comments   20,087 views
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Running Inconveniences Part 3

Many runners have experienced shin splints at least once in their running careers, but just by making some small alterations in their training can help offset the risk.
Posted 6/12/2010  10:00:00 AM By:   : 60 comments   30,974 views
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Health Benefits of a 10-Minute Workout Last for 1 Hour

Next time you think 10 minutes of exercise won't make a difference, remember the results of a new study that says otherwise.
Posted 6/11/2010  11:00:00 AM By:   : 76 comments   52,817 views
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8 Great Songs to Refresh Your Summer Workouts

Tired of the same old workout music? Here are eight tunes that are guaranteed to get your body moving!
Posted 6/9/2010  6:48:03 AM By:   : 138 comments   54,790 views
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Another Reason to Try Pilates: Sculpted Arms

Want stronger arms? Strengthen your core and the rest will follow!
Posted 6/4/2010  7:00:00 AM By:   : 59 comments   36,470 views
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Jillian Michaels Reveals Workout Secrets

How does TV's toughest trainer stay in tip-top shape? Find out!
Posted 5/19/2010  6:00:00 AM By:   : 73 comments   40,840 views
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Lessons Learned from Quitting--and Trying Again

Though Caitlin had run plenty of races, including a marathon, she had a lingering regret: a triathlon she quit because of a fear of open water. So, she decided to face that fear.
Posted 5/18/2010  5:48:31 AM By:   : 95 comments   29,450 views
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How to Shop for Workout Clothes without Going Broke

Get flattering fitness looks for less with these 14 money-saving tips!
Posted 5/14/2010  1:00:00 PM By:   : 116 comments   65,762 views
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The 10 Healthiest Celebrities

Our friends at That's Fit share the list of the 10 healthiest celebs. Did your favorites make the cut?
Posted 5/4/2010  6:00:00 AM By:   : 17 comments   17,861 views
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Listen to Great Fitness Tips from Coach Nicole

The SkinnyScoopers share their podcast with Coach Nicole. Get easy, affordable workout tips, the scoop on her DVDs--and more!
Posted 4/27/2010  5:32:03 PM By:   : 15 comments   17,172 views
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Exercising While Pregnant: Good for Mom, Great for Baby

I'm a huge advocate of exercise during pregnancy. Although the benefit to mothers is well-established, new research is showing that exercise can also benefit baby.
Posted 4/12/2010  10:00:00 AM By:   : 69 comments   49,931 views
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