All Entries For motivation
A 500-Word Argument for Smashing Your Scale into 1,000 Pieces
You're more than a number so free yourself from the scale this November! Plus, two princesses will leave you happy crying at your desk. You've been warned.
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4 Great Reasons to Steal This Toddler's Morning Pep Talk
"Legends are Born in October." What will you do?
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Hit the Gym Before Sunrise With These 11 Trainer Tips
If the snooze button is your BFF and you're listed as "In a Relationship" with your bed on Facebook, these tips are for you. Trainers offer their favorite morning workout tricks.
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8 Clever Products for the Determined Desk Dweller
Turn ''Cubicle, Sweet Cubicle'' into the active, goal-oriented space of your dreams with a few office additions.
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What I Learned From the Gnarliest Match One Olympian Ever Played
The inspiring words of this four-time Olympian are still echoing in my head.
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15 Things to Tell Yourself When You Want to Quit
You're at the 20-minute mark in your workout when you start to hear it, that voice saying "Stop" and "No, you can't." Discover the sayings our staff and members use to keep going!
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'Stronger Than I Have Ever Been': Abby's CrossFit Conversion
After an unexpected enthusiast raved about her CrossFit experience, Abby Maley decided to take a leap and give the high-intensity workout a shot. Today, she's stronger than ever.
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'The Biggest Loser': Biggest Success or Loser Idea?
Find out how one SparkPeople expert and members feel about 'The Biggest Loser' formula for weight loss. Is it worth your time to tune in?
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Why I Decided to Get Off the Tracker Train
Who wouldn’t want to have these stats at their fingertips? The fact is, I gave up my activity tracker after I decided it was doing me me more harm than good.
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Home Is Where the Half Marathon Is
For years Rhonda had an unhealthy relationship with food and fitness, but when a friend inspired her to try running, she discovered a strength she didn't know she possessed.
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Pioneers of the Plus-Size Movement
This season, some brave, beautiful plus-size women are leading the charge toward a more accepting beauty industry.
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What's Your Spark?
Your ''why'' is your most effective weight loss tool. Some of our members shared what sparked them to make a positive lifestyle change.
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Home Is Where the Swimming Is
In the first installment of our brand new series, SparkPeople member Lucy Parsons details the role swimming had in her journey to weight loss and healthy living.
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Fear of Heart Transplant Leads to Beth's 200 Pound Weight Loss*
Serious medical issues forced Beth to make tough decisions about her health. Find out how she took control and lost an amazing 200 pounds.
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Health Problems Prompt Sarah to Lose 90 Pounds*
At just 28 years old, Sarah had a number of health problems and knew it was time to change her life. Find out how she turned things around and lost 90 pounds!
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