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Inspiring Woman: Triathlete and Two-Time Breast Cancer Survivor

Most young women don't think about breast cancer. Laurah, first diagnosed at age 22, does. Battling breast cancer changed her forever, shaped her career and inspired her fitness.

Posted 10/27/2011 6:00:00 AM By: : 58 comments 27,064 views

6 Lessons from Motherhood That Will Spark Your Fitness

Tina lost her baby weight the way most moms do: eating right and moving more. Along the way, she learned that lessons from motherhood also helped her achieve her fitness goals.

Posted 10/11/2011 6:00:00 PM By: : 16 comments 33,139 views

6 Tips to Transition Workouts from Summer to Fall

Days get shorter, temperatures dip, and the leaves fall from the trees. Fall brings many changes, but that doesn't mean your workouts have to suffer. Learn how!

Posted 10/3/2011 10:00:00 AM By: : 15 comments 31,000 views

How to Keep a Long Commute from Wrecking Your Healthy Habits

Jillian has a 75-minute commute twice a day. Some days, the last thing she wants to do is cook dinner or exercise. Still, she's not quitting her goals. Find out how she does it!

Posted 9/22/2011 2:00:00 PM By: : 54 comments 58,094 views

Staying on Track When Life Changes Drastically

Julie quit her job to be a freelance writer, then her hubby took a new job in another city. That left them living in a hotel. Did her healthy habits suffer?

Posted 9/13/2011 10:00:00 AM By: : 56 comments 29,878 views

Think INSIDE the Lunchbox with '4 Ingredients'

Kim McCosker of the hit Australian website and best-selling cookbooks "4 Ingredients" shares her best tips for packing a healthy lunch!

Posted 8/29/2011 10:00:00 AM By: : 24 comments 51,734 views

I'm 'Doing Whatever It Takes'

Gerry lost 110 pounds and became a triathlete. His motto: "Doing whatever it takes." (The healthy SparkPeople way, of course!)

Posted 7/6/2011 6:00:00 PM By: : 101 comments 32,287 views

Finding Freedom from Numbers

Whitney (FIT-WHIT) lost 40 pounds with SparkPeople. Now, this popular member blogger is sharing her best advice with dailySpark readers!

Posted 6/15/2011 6:00:00 PM By: : 73 comments 26,693 views

Suffering from Celiac? Tips for Going Gluten-Free

Though gluten-free foods are popular these days, life without gluten is not a fad diet for those suffering from celiac disease and gluten intolerance. Learn more.

Posted 6/8/2011 2:00:00 PM By: : 45 comments 24,260 views

Exercising (Not Exorcising) The Inner Diva*

Jenn is ~~selfish~~ self-centered--and proud of it! Now halfway to go and 100 pounds down, she encourages you to follow her lead!

Posted 5/30/2011 2:00:00 PM By: : 63 comments 22,029 views

A Liberating 'Naked' Run

Jamie had the best run of her life, and she did it without a few items that some runners consider essential.

Posted 5/19/2011 6:04:43 AM By: : 83 comments 30,752 views

Bike to Work Week: Why I Ride My Bike 25 Miles a Day

A passionate cyclist and road bike racer explains why he chooses to ride 25 miles to work and home each day. In honor of Bike to Work Week (this week!), he shares his passion.

Posted 5/17/2011 10:18:46 AM By: : 61 comments 59,386 views

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

Our Exclusive Interview with Olympic Swimmer Natalie Coughlin

Ever wonder what the most decorated female swimmer in history eats for a snack? How does she train? How does she stay motivated? Find out now.

Posted 4/20/2011 2:00:37 PM By: : 8 comments 19,080 views

How to Prioritize Yourself AND Be More Effective in Your Life

Learning to prioritize yourself and to claim time for your goals is critical for long term success with health and weight loss.

Posted 4/13/2011 6:28:20 PM By: : 55 comments 46,228 views

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