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Success Story: 'I'm in Training for the Rest of My Life!'*

Meet Jennifer, a SparkPeople member who lost 60 pounds. Find out her secrets of success here!
Posted 1/8/2013  6:00:00 PM By:   : 72 comments   42,392 views
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4 Signs You Won't Reach Your Fitness Goals

Will this be the year you reach your fitness goals--or are you doomed to fail? The answer depends on YOU.
Posted 12/31/2012  6:00:00 PM By:   : 46 comments   68,030 views
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A Simple Reminder: Keep Looking Forward

Leave the past behind and look ahead to the amazing opportunities in 2013!
Posted 12/25/2012  12:00:00 PM By:   : 31 comments   16,895 views
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The 100 Best Workout Songs of 2012

Thousands of people voted and the results are in! Find out which songs exercisers loved working out to this past year. Can you guess which one took the top spot?
Posted 12/12/2012  6:00:00 AM By:   : 67 comments   668,629 views
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Success Story: 'I Was Made for More!'*

Meet Carley, a SparkPeople member who lost over 60 pounds and gained a healthier outlook on life!
Posted 12/11/2012  10:00:00 AM By:   : 110 comments   46,017 views
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Success Story: 'It Was Worth It to Spend Time on ME'*

Find out how Diane lost 75 pounds--and how she plans on losing the baby weight from her recent pregnancy.
Posted 10/11/2012  10:00:00 AM By:   : 91 comments   56,361 views
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Things That Don't Suck about Getting Older

Is there an upside to getting older? You bet! Here's what you have to look forward to with each passing birthday.
Posted 9/19/2012  6:00:00 AM By:   : 236 comments   91,282 views
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'I Lost 94 Pounds and Lowered My Blood Pressure!'*

Find out how SparkPeople member Cathy lost 94 pounds and took control of her high blood pressure.
Posted 9/15/2012  2:00:00 PM By:   : 101 comments   62,183 views
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Healthy Choices Aren't Always Easy, No Matter Who You Are

Olympic athletes don't get their bodies without a lot of hard work. Because they are being told what and when to eat and when to eat is it easier for them? My guess is "no."
Posted 9/4/2012  10:00:00 AM By:   : 28 comments   17,911 views
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What Really Matters in Your Yoga Practice

Today I want to share with you a few short lessons I've gleaned from my years on the mat. I share these both as encouragement for you and as reminders for myself.
Posted 8/29/2012  2:00:00 PM By:   : 53 comments   37,795 views
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Confession: I Can Run 10 Miles, But I Can't Do a Sit-Up

My husband wanted me to try a new fitness class at his martial arts studio. I hesitated for a long time because I was afraid it would show my weaknesses.
Posted 8/2/2012  10:00:00 AM By:   : 98 comments   51,676 views
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Can We Teach Ourselves (and Our Kids) to Be Happier?

There are 2 kinds of happiness, explains parenting expert Michelle Stroffolino Schmidt, Ph.D. So which is more important? And, how can we teach happiness to our kids?
Posted 7/26/2012  2:00:00 PM By:   : 47 comments   32,350 views
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Sometimes the Littlest People Know the Most

Here's what kids can teach you about living a healthy lifestyle.
Posted 7/8/2012  10:00:00 AM By:   : 19 comments   24,777 views
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Meet One of SparkPeople's Best Problem-Solvers!

Meet Jeff, from Ad Operations, and learn how he's using SparkPeople to reach his goals.
Posted 6/12/2012  2:00:00 PM By:   : 29 comments   17,775 views
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How to Help Others Find Freedom

What can you do to help your loved ones live a healthier lifestyle?
Posted 6/4/2012  10:00:00 PM By:   : 35 comments   20,550 views
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