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Special SparkPeople Issue of 'All You' Magazine Out Now
A special SparkPeople issue of All You magazine hits newsstands today. Get a sneak peek inside the issue full of SparkPeople success stories, workouts, recipes and more!
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The (Positive) Power of NO
There's one word we don't say enough. It isn't please or even sorry. Nope. It's NO. Find out how this tiny word can have the power to change your life.
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Change This Bad Habit, Accomplish Anything
Got problems staying motivated? Changing this bad habit might make things much easier for you...
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Are You Growing Bolder?
Growing Bolder seeks out stories of ordinary people doing extraordinary things. Find out why I think it's a great show!
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Beating the Diet Blahs
Instead of something extreme, why not try for progress not perfection? Why not give up diets and choose a healthy lifestyle instead? These tips will ward off the diet blahs!
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What Awaits in 2011?
Confession: 2010 didn't go quite as I had planned. Weight gain, a car accident, a breakup... some major life changes were afoot. How did I deal? What's in store in 2011?
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How Do You Set a New Year's Resolution That Actually Sticks?
Obesity expert Dr. Martin Binks shares tips on creating a New Year's resolution that will actually work!
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My Goal: To Do Better
Beth has lost more than 100 pounds and kept it off using SparkPeople. Her New Year's goals are simple. Three little words are her secret to success each year.
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2011 Will Be All about Balance
New beginnings allow us to let go of the past and see hope in the future, however,it isn't about wiping the slate clean, but learning how to put our life into perspective.
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Down 57 Pounds, Heather Shares Her Secrets
Heather, whose story of losing 57 pounds and keeping it off is featured in the new paperback version of "The Spark," share more secrets to her strong start!
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Be Part of the NEW 'Operation Beautiful' Book for Tweens
Commit a random act of kindness, and you could be part of a new book!
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What if the 'Unattainable' Really Was Within Reach?
When setting goals, it's easy to put limits on ourselves. After reading this inspirational story, I've learned that dreaming big might not be a bad idea.
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Confession: My Sugar Addiction has Returned
Earlier this year, I thought I had finally changed my eating habits, only eating treats now and then. But since that time, things haven't exactly gone as planned...
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Give the Gift of Better Health
Being proactive about improving your health and losing weight is the best gift of all!
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The Day I Gave In to the Fear--and Let Myself Fall
One day I decided that playing it safe wasn't cutting it anymore. So I decided to let myself fall. Did someone catch me? Did I catch myself?
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