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Inspire Active and Healthy Living: Together Counts!

Together Counts is a nationwide program inspiring active and healthy living. Will you help spread the word?
Posted 5/24/2011  10:24:23 AM By:   : 12 comments   17,582 views
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A Letter to My Younger Self

What would you say to your younger self? ~INDYGIRL reaches out to the girl she once was.
Posted 5/20/2011  10:00:13 AM By:   : 179 comments   44,787 views
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Confession: I Didn't Run a Marathon

Earlier this year I told you I was going to run a marathon. Guess what? I didn't. And I'm OK with that. This "failure" taught me some valuable lessons.
Posted 5/2/2011  5:39:51 AM By:   : 93 comments   27,282 views
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'Fat Stigma' is Spreading; What Can We Do?

According to a recent news story, fat stigma is spreading. ~INDYGIRL shares ideas for fighting back--with compassion and kindness.
Posted 4/29/2011  2:07:22 PM By:   : 190 comments   45,817 views
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Yes We Can!

John has lost more than 65 pounds using SparkPeople, and her recently reset his weight-loss ticker for a new goal. Here are four things that motivate him.
Posted 4/27/2011  2:10:03 PM By:   : 93 comments   29,550 views
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10 Signs You are Getting Healthier Even if the Scale Doesn’t Move

Sometimes the scale doesn’t budge and you wonder if you are getting any healthier on your fitness plan. Well, here are 10 signs that you are!
Posted 4/22/2011  2:36:29 PM By:   : 194 comments   243,730 views
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Oh, Your Face Will Glow! (Think: Oh, The Places You'll Go!)

~INDYGIRL's creative juices were a-flowin' this week. She wrote a parody of a Dr. Seuss book that will brighten your day and put a bounce in your step!
Posted 4/15/2011  10:46:32 AM By:   : 109 comments   24,686 views
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Habits of Fit People: Work Out Like It's Your Job

You may not like your job, but you show up to work each day. So why not start treating your workouts like your job?
Posted 4/15/2011  5:00:00 AM By:   : 125 comments   54,434 views
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Dealing with the Blues

~Indygirl has battled mental-health issues for decades. She shares what works for her--and urges you to get help from a doctor if you need it.
Posted 4/7/2011  6:00:00 AM By:   : 44 comments   26,608 views
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3 Psychology Tricks to Make Your Workout Plan Stick

Have you lost your motivation to work out? Here are three easy ways to get it back!
Posted 4/6/2011  10:00:00 AM By:   : 94 comments   198,646 views
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After 'Ravenous,' What Comes Next? The Author's Q & A

Dayna Macy's memoir about food addiction had a happy ending, but what happened after the book was published? She's telling us, in this exclusive Q&A.
Posted 4/4/2011  6:00:59 PM By:   : 12 comments   12,297 views
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How to Keep Going When the Going Gets Tough

After completing her first half marathon, Coach Nicole learned the importance of trying your best--and giving yourself permission to fail.
Posted 4/1/2011  5:00:00 AM By:   : 120 comments   32,348 views
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Dealing with the Diet Police

“Should you be eating that on your diet?” "Are you going to finish that whole thing?" The diet police. They mean well, but they are annoying! Learn how to deal with them!
Posted 3/23/2011  6:03:33 PM By:   : 219 comments   54,931 views
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The Strength to Run the Race

SparkPeople member, MICHCLEARY, shares about her goals, progress, and where she gets her strength to continue with her journey.
Posted 3/18/2011  12:00:17 PM By:   : 62 comments   32,874 views
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Leaning In to the Sharp Points of Life

A kitchen accident provided a reminder that, in life, even pain has a purpose.
Posted 3/14/2011  5:00:00 AM By:   : 39 comments   19,156 views
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