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18 Upbeat Songs to Pump Up Your Workouts Does your workout playlist need a little spring cleaning? Here are some upbeat tunes we're loving right now! 4/2/2014
What a 100-Calorie Snack Looks Like Use this eye-opening chart to see exactly how much snack food you eat for 100 calories!  4/1/2014
6 Everyday Ingredients That Make Meals More Exciting Tired of the same-old dinners? With just a few affordable ingredients from your neighborhood supermarket, you can turn any meal into a culinary adventure! 3/31/2014
Justyna Lost 65 Pounds with a Little Help from Her SparkFriends* Learn how someone barely able to walk took control of her life and health by learning you can never fail at SparkPeople, you just keep practicing until you get it right! 3/30/2014
If You're Not Following This Rule, You're Strength Training the Wrong Way Are you strength training incorrectly? Is your teen's salt consumption affecting his or her health? Are you looking for happiness in the wrong places? Get these answers and more! 3/29/2014
You Asked: Does Pilates Count as Strength Training? Pilates can be a great workout. But can it substitute for traditional strength training? Certified Pilates instructor and personal trainer, Coach Nicole, weighs in. 3/28/2014 5:00:00 AM
12 Recipes Kids Can Make for Mom Making brunch for mom is one of our favorite Mother's Day traditions. Here are some simple recipes and meal ideas that will make this Mother's Day memorable--and let your favorite lady take the day off. 3/27/2014 10:16:00 AM
How Fasting Affects Your Health Ever wonder how fasting for religious purposes affects your health and weight loss? Here's what really happens in your body when you fast. 3/27/2014 5:00:00 AM
3 Ways to Get Back on Track During an Off Day We've all had off days where we just don't feel like exercising or sticking to a healthy eating plan. Here are three ways to maintain your motivation when the going gets tough. 3/27/2014
Our 5 Favorite Spring Foods Today we're counting down our top five spring foods! Watch our short five-minute video to find out which foods should be on your plate this season. 3/26/2014
Wake Up to a 10-Day Challenge This April! Need a boost of motivation for spring? We've got you covered with our "Rise and Shine" challenge! 3/25/2014 12:00:00 PM
15 Recipes That Use Greek Yogurt Creamy Greek yogurt is an easy way to pack more protein into any meal. Here are our favorite ways to cook with this healthy staple. 3/25/2014
The Weight-Loss Side Effect That No One Talks About This common side effect of weight loss is a frustrating problem for many. Find out what it is--and how to cope.  3/25/2014
14 Ingenious Ways to Keep Your Home Clean & Organized SparkPeople members have prioritized fitness and healthy eating in their lives, both of which take time. To keep up with other household chores, they've devised ingenious solutions for getting things done as efficiently as possible. 3/25/2014
15 Simple Ways to Show Mom You Care You don't have to spend a ton of money to show mom just how much you care this year! 3/24/2014 2:50:00 PM
The New No-Excuses Way to Work Out Learn how you can get expert-designed workouts you can follow anytime and anywhere for less than $3 per month! 3/24/2014 5:00:00 AM
Amber Lost 100+ Pounds and Found Confidence in Herself* After Amber watched her mother struggle with health problems related to obesity, she decided to take charge of her own health and fitness and transform her life.
 3/23/2014
How to Prevent Muscle Loss When Losing Weight Learn how the right diet and exercise changes can minimize muscle loss while you lose weight. 3/22/2014 5:00:00 AM
Your Genes Might Make Fried Foods More Fattening Don't miss this week's top stories: diet scammer Kevin Trudeau heading to prison, how a sweet tooth helped with survival, tips to boost confidence--and MUCH more! 3/22/2014
You Asked: Can You Really Eat Too Much Protein? How much protein is "too much" in a given day or over time? Our dietitian explains. 3/21/2014 5:00:00 AM
8 Signs Your Cardio Workouts Are Doing More Harm Than Good Can you do too much of a good thing? When it comes to cardio, the answer is yes... 3/19/2014 5:00:00 AM
HIIT Workout: An Hour's Worth of Cardio in 20 Minutes! Short on time? Get an effective cardio workout in just minutes with this interval plan for the stationary bike! 3/18/2014 5:00:00 AM
Best and Worst Sushi Choices Sushi can be a filling, healthy meal--if you know what to order. We're decoding the menu to help you pick the right roll every time. 3/18/2014
19 Portable Protein-Packed Snacks Take your protein to go with these quick and hearty bites. 3/18/2014
5 Tricks to Boost Your Workout Motivation Instantly Watch this short SparkPeople video to learn how to boost your motivation to exercise in no time flat! 3/18/2014