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Why Friendly Competition Should Be Built Into Your Action Plan

In part two of Chris ''SparkGuy'' Downie's personal blog, he notes the importance of competition in self-improvement, citing one of history's more famous rivalries as an example.
Posted 7/21/2017  12:00:00 AM By:   : 59 comments   17,549 views
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What a Beach Boys vs. Beatles Rivalry Teaches Us About Competition

Does the idea of competition intimidate or inspire you? SparkGuy thinks competition pushes us to be great! Discover how a musical rivalry inspired his blog post this week.
Posted 6/30/2017  12:00:00 AM By:   : 76 comments   22,277 views
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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!
Posted 10/26/2014  12:00:00 AM By:   : 10 comments   27,508 views
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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.
Posted 10/19/2014  12:00:00 AM By:   : 30 comments   40,728 views
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SparkCoach: The Official Blooper Reel

Peek behind the scenes of the SparkCoach videos with this hilarious blooper reel, featuring SparkGuy, Coach Nicole, and more of your favorite SparkPeople experts!
Posted 2/26/2013  12:00:00 PM By:   : 60 comments   24,760 views
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Magazine Names SparkGuy a 'Champion of Health and Fitness'

Our own Chris "SparkGuy" Downie has been honored by Fitness Magazine’s as one of 10 Champions of Health and Fitness in 2010. WooHoo!
Posted 12/21/2010  5:50:51 AM By:   : 137 comments   19,157 views
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We're Ready to 'Move' on the First Lady's Childhood Obesity Initiative

The First Lady today announced details of her childhood obesity initiative, Let's Move. SparkPeople is ready to fully support this initiative and wants your help!
Posted 2/9/2010  11:00:00 AM By:   : 214 comments   38,801 views
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Spotted: 'The Spark' and Some Amazing Members

Check out photos of members who have spotted "The Spark"! Have you spotted it yet?
Posted 2/1/2010  3:33:13 PM By:   : 56 comments   21,467 views
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Great Article in Good Housekeeping

Remember last week when I mentioned some big news and an article in a major magazine? I couldn't divulge details then, but now I can share...
Posted 1/13/2010  10:00:00 AM By:   : 409 comments   64,977 views
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'The Spark' is a Best Seller--and We're On 'Today' Again

I've been pinching myself so often lately that I might soon have a bruise on my arm. So much good news has been coming our way in the last few weeks.
Posted 1/12/2010  11:00:02 AM By:   : 77 comments   24,682 views
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Spotted: 'The Spark'

Check out photos of members who have spotted "The Spark"! Have you spotted "The Spark"?
Posted 1/10/2010  3:14:03 PM By:   : 40 comments   21,848 views
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SparkGuy: On the Road Again

Check out more photos from SparkGuy's whirlwind media tour, plus the scoop on more BIG news!
Posted 1/8/2010  2:00:38 PM By:   : 129 comments   31,456 views
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SparkGuy, Live from the Big Apple

It's SparkGuy here, blogging from the Big Apple. I'm a long way from home this week, on the road to promote The Spark.
Posted 1/5/2010  4:00:00 PM By:   : 141 comments   27,643 views
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SparkPeople's Best Day Ever

Dec. 29 was practically a holiday at the SparkPeople headquarters (except we all worked really hard!)--it was the day our dream came true!
Posted 12/30/2009  4:00:00 PM By:   : 152 comments   30,813 views
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