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A Shocking Diagnosis Leads to Big Health Decisions*
After a doctor's appointment that didn't go as planned, Paul decided he would do whatever was necessary to change his life and get healthy.
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From 10 Minutes a Day To Competing at the World Championships, Part Two
See how SparkPeople Paul's Brazilian Jiu jitsu training led him to a World Championship in Part Two of his story. It might inspire you to take a new risk.
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From 10 Minutes a Day To Competing at the World Championships, Part One
Paul is one of our behind-the-scene tech “gurus” at SparkPeople. We asked him to share his story in the hopes that it will inspire others to take risks and challenge themselves.
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Ace Your Next Workout with a Deck of Cards
Using a deck of cards in your workout routine provides endless options and--best of all--you choose your own level of difficulty!
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New Workout Playlist: A Sugar Rush for Your Ears!
We teamed up with Yes! Fitness Music to create a bumping, addictingly sweet 135-BPM playlist for your next workout.
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5 Tips to Keep the Momentum Going
There are simple ways to get back on track and refocus so that this becomes YOUR year of permanent change. Are you ready to get started?
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10 Ways to Socialize Without Food
Although it's certainly possible to stay on track with your diet in social situations, sometimes it's nice to have alternatives that don't revolve around food.
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The 100 Best Workout Songs of 2014
Need a little ''fitspiration'' to lace up those shoes and get moving? Update your workout playlist with these fun tracks and you won't be able to sit still!
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We're All a Work In Progress
It's easy to assume that those who aren't vocal about their weight loss struggles, or even those who have had weight loss success, have it all figured out. But do they really?
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7 Reasons Parents Should Feel GOOD--Not Guilty--about Exercising
Is guilt about leaving your kids stopping you from getting to the gym? Learn why fitness will make you a better parent!
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The Most Motivating Video You'll See All Week
SparkGuy talks about the most motivational video he's seen lately--and why teamwork is so important for reaching major goals.
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Get Fit before You Feast: A November Challenge!
Join our #Fit2Feast challenge for the month of November to kick off the holidays the right way. Join in for support, motivation, tips and more!
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An Easy Step to Reach Big Breakthroughs
SparkGuy is here to talk about an easy technique he's discovered to help you reach big, life-changing goals. You might be one step away from your biggest breakthrough yet!
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How to Get Back Up When You're Down
SparkGuy checks in to tell you his favorite motivating quote of the week! Plus, get updates to our mobile apps, check in to get motivated to reach your goals, and more.
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Back On Track: A Consistency Challenge for August!
Need a boost of motivation to help you reach your goals through the end of the summer season? We've got a challenge to help you out!
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