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If Running Doesn't Work for You, Think About Race Walking

Race walking provides a challenge and a great cardio workout. Is it for you?
Posted 10/22/2009  11:00:00 AM By:   : 108 comments   53,183 views
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A Butt-Kicking Workout with Nike Trainers

I got the chance to work out with Nike trainers Alex and Marie--and boy, did they make me sweat! Find out what moves had me feeling the burn for a couple of days.
Posted 10/21/2009  6:12:02 PM By:   : 72 comments   30,145 views
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Exercise Reduces Sick Time Better Than Drugs

As cold and flu season quickly approaches, questions arise about exercise and illness. Can exercise help protect you from getting a cold? Research says "yes."
Posted 10/20/2009  1:00:00 PM By:   : 126 comments   55,970 views
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Just Did It: My Trip to Vancouver with Nike

I got a sneak peek of Nike's innovations in women's shoes and apparel for 2010--and did a butt-kicking workout. Plus, I met some Olympic hopefuls.
Posted 10/13/2009  4:30:09 PM By:   : 77 comments   21,006 views
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The Dangers of Letting Kids Specialize in Just One Sport

This spring, we interviewed Dave Ellis, one of the country's foremost sports nutritionists. Now, he shares a hot topic in youth sports: the dangers of early specialization.
Posted 10/11/2009  4:00:23 PM By:   : 49 comments   25,208 views
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Habits of Healthy People: Stick with It, Especially When Life Gets Stressful

I'm wrapping up one of the biggest months of my life. Instead of scrapping my healthy habits, I stuck with them. Find out how.
Posted 10/7/2009  11:34:49 AM By:   : 88 comments   27,120 views
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What a Difference a Year Makes

Every successful SparkPerson who runs, climbs mountains, completes marathons or loses 100 pounds started somewhere—with a single step or a single pound.
Posted 10/7/2009  6:17:04 AM By:   : 88 comments   30,731 views
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The True Story Behind the Turbo Jam Workouts (Plus a Contest)

Wonder what it takes to be a fitness expert? Chalene Johnson, creator of the best-selling Turbo Jam workouts, shares her story with us--and she's giving away cool prizes!
Posted 10/6/2009  6:00:00 AM By:   : 146 comments   76,644 views
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Gear Up: Our New Favorite Fitness Toy is Just $14.99

You don't have to spend a lot to get a great workout! This small piece of equipment can help you get big results (for very little dough).
Posted 9/30/2009  6:05:45 AM By:   : 109 comments   35,254 views
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Stuff We Love: Cardio Dance DVDs from 10 Minute Solution

Coach Nicole gave these new workout DVDs two thumbs up. Find out if they're right for you!
Posted 9/25/2009  4:00:00 PM By:   : 91 comments   45,785 views
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Celebrity Trainer Shares His Top 3 Bun Shaping Moves

Trainer David Kirsch has sculpted some of the most famous bottoms in Hollywood. While their buns are rock-hard, Kirsch doesn't use a chisel. He uses simple moves like these.
Posted 9/22/2009  6:10:41 AM By:   : 124 comments   56,734 views
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7 Good Reasons to Use the Cable Cross Machine

It's the workout machine people fear most, but it will take your workouts to the next level!
Posted 9/11/2009  6:56:33 AM By:   : 61 comments   86,925 views
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Play Your Power Song to Go the Extra Mile

A power song can help you keep going when the going gets tough. Find out which song motivates Coach Nicole to push farther--and how it can help you, too.
Posted 9/9/2009  11:00:00 AM By:   : 162 comments   61,084 views
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85% of Us Are Wearing the Wrong Workout Shoes--Are You Among Them?

When it came to workout shoes, I always chose style over support. What a mistake!
Posted 9/4/2009  10:27:07 AM By:   : 127 comments   94,825 views
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This Fitness Expert Lost 140 Pounds--and Has Kept It Off for 20 Years*

Fitness expert Debra Mazda once weighed more than 300 pounds. Now she has her own line of DVDs and a great mantra: "Fitness comes in all sizes!"
Posted 9/3/2009  6:00:00 AM By:   : 176 comments   49,680 views
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