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Body Acceptance: Loving My Body, Old and New

I can’t remember ever liking my body as a child or a teen. Oddly enough, it’s in my 40s that I’ve started accepting my body more. How did I do it?

Posted 3/10/2011 4:59:53 AM By: : 225 comments 57,372 views

You Don't Have to Do It Alone

Obesity expert Dr. Martin Binks offers advice on how to find support--and what it takes to get what you need.

Posted 3/9/2011 3:38:54 PM By: : 37 comments 24,501 views

Bouncing Back after an Injury

Emily was just weeks away from a big race when she was hit by a car. Find out how she kept her spirits up--and how she's doing now.

Posted 3/8/2011 6:01:29 AM By: : 75 comments 34,957 views

6 Ways to Take the Dread Out of the Treadmill

Does the thought of another treadmill workout fill you with dread? Get fit--and have fun--on the treadmill with these simple suggestions!

Posted 3/2/2011 6:00:00 AM By: : 185 comments 265,735 views

Need Motivation to Get Moving?

Sometimes we all need a little extra motivation to exercise. Guest blogger Julie Fagan shares mantras that will give you the kick in the booty you need to get moving!

Posted 2/28/2011 6:08:40 AM By: : 92 comments 53,445 views

How I Cope When Pain Relief Leads to Weight Gain

~Indygirl recently suffered a pinched nerve in her back, which meant a round of steroids that spike her appetite and lead to water retention. How did she cope? Did she give up?

Posted 2/24/2011 10:05:44 AM By: : 133 comments 37,728 views

Motivation Tips from an Olympic Snowboarder

Read how Olympic silver medalist Gretchen Bleiler stays motivated (yes, even professional athletes have "off" days) and how she stays in shape when she's not snowboarding.

Posted 2/16/2011 5:41:57 AM By: : 16 comments 20,926 views

Celebrate and Love the Most Important Person: You!

You have to love yourself to be happy and healthy. This Valentine's Day, it's time to show your favorite person some love--no matter what the scale says!

Posted 2/14/2011 6:07:41 AM By: : 42 comments 17,441 views

Are You Having New Year's Resolution Success?

Many people start out the New Year full of momentum to change their lives for the better. Then the novelty begins to wear off. Sound familiar?

Posted 2/11/2011 6:21:10 AM By: : 24 comments 14,910 views

If Just Saying NO Isn't Working, Trying Saying OM Instead.

Do you have trouble just saying NO to your sweet tooth, or your Inner Couch Potato? Trying saying OM instead...

Posted 2/10/2011 5:56:25 AM By: : 62 comments 36,598 views

Habits of Fit People: Share Your Goals with Others

Need some motivation? Share your workout plans with just ONE person, for accountability to stick with your workout program. Here's how to do it!

Posted 2/4/2011 6:00:00 AM By: : 37 comments 27,267 views

The Fun Project: Easy Ways to Change Lives

Being healthy is about every decision we make in life, every day, all day. Those decisions don't have to be boring or tedious. That's what The Fun Project sets out to prove.

Posted 2/1/2011 6:02:56 PM By: : 108 comments 26,220 views