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20 Weeknight Meals That Are Ready in 20 Minutes or Less Short on time and sick of takeout? These 20 simple, speedy recipes come together beautifully (and deliciously) in 20 minutes or less. 4/3/2019
5 Side Hustles That Can Improve Your Fitness Game If you're someone who has discovered their one true fitness love, congratulations! Finding a workout that makes you excited to sweat is a key part of getting healthy--with one exception. Focusing only on one kind of exercise could lead to burnout or injury. To avoid unfortunate side effects, try adding these side hustles to your routine.  4/2/2019
8 Ways to Stay Healthy if You Work in Retail The retail world can add a challenge to your healthy living goals, but you don't have to sacrifice your goals for the sake of a paycheck. Try these smart strategies for nutrition, movement and wellness on the job. 4/1/2019
What Can One Minute of Mindfulness Do For You? Whether you're a master of meditation or just need a time-out to breathe for a few minutes during a hectic day, though, a mindfulness practice can provide numerous mental and physical health benefits. 3/29/2019
Why EMOM Workouts Are Perfect for Anyone Short on Time Every minute counts -- which is why we love the EMOM workout. It's a different exercise every 60 seconds, and you control how much rest time you get. Ready to start the fun? 3/28/2019
The Worst Things You Can Do When Trying to Lose Weight There's a lot of misinformation surrounding the best, latest or most effective way to lose weight. One thing is for sure, though: You should not do these eight things.  3/27/2019
9 Ways to Beat the Afternoon Slump That Have Nothing to Do with Coffee Besides napping, what can you do to stay energized all afternoon? Plenty! 3/26/2019 12:00:00 PM
Spark Spotlight: Robin (RASAYLOR) Robin has lost weight and increased her ability to walk multiple 5Ks! 3/25/2019
9 Things to Do Sunday To Set Yourself up for a Healthy Week With the work week on the horizon, how will you set yourself up for success? 3/22/2019
Is Clutter Keeping You From Reaching Your Goals? Clutter can get in the way, there's no doubt about that--but could it also be getting in the way of your weight-loss goals?  3/21/2019
20 Meat-Free Recipes That Won’t Leave You Feeling Hungry Including the occasional meatless meal can help to boost heart health, energy and weight loss. Get started with one of these satisfying, meat-free recipes. 3/19/2019
Add This Energizing Full-Body Stretch Routine to Your Workday If you spend a lot of time sitting, especially at a desk or computer, this stretching routine is for you! 3/18/2019
Spark Spotlight: Jen (JENNMT) After using SparkPeople for one month, Jen is celebrating her weight loss (and inches lost)! 3/18/2019
The Benefits of a Routine A well-organized routine could be the difference between success and failure. Discover how you can strengthen your own routine. 3/15/2019
Can Ergonomics Help Improve Your Workplace Health? Maybe you've seen the word in a magazine or on Pinterest, but do you truly understand the idea of ergonomics? Find out how this one word could prevent future pain and workplace injury. 3/14/2019
When Exercise Burnout Sets In, Here's How to Get Motivated Again If you've been a regular exerciser for a while, it can be difficult and even frustrating when your workout suddenly isn't working for you. 3/13/2019
What You Need to Know About Safe and Successful Microwave Cooking When used correctly and safely, the microwave can be a time-saving and convenient way to defrost and cook certain foods. 3/12/2019
Spark Spotlight: Nico (NICO_2023) Nico is celebrating the fact that she was able to resist the temptation to overeat! 3/11/2019
How Does Personality Affect Weight Loss? Can your personality be an advantage or disadvantage when it comes to losing weight? By cultivating helpful attributes and learning to better manage the unconstructive characteristics, you can help set yourself up for success. 3/10/2019
8 Challenging Bodyweight Exercises for When You Can’t Hit the Gym Don't have the time, money or inclination to spend hours at the gym each week? You already have everything you need to get a full-body workout right from your living room! 3/8/2019
Is This Surprising Source of Self-Sabotage Holding You Back? The mind is a powerful thing--is yours working against you? Find out how you can develop a growth mindset and thrive.  3/7/2019
7 Lifestyle Changes That Could Prevent Diabetes and Heart Disease Although no one makes a conscious choice to invite diabetes or heart disease into their lives, certain behaviors can greatly increase the risk factors. By taking steps to embrace Life's Simple 7, you can help keep these serious conditions at bay (or manage them in healthy ways). 3/6/2019
25 Healthy Recipes Absolutely Anyone Can Cook Take a spin through some of our favorite easy-peasy, hassle-free, virtually failproof meals that you can whip together without breaking a sweat (or a dish). 3/5/2019
7 Short-Term Goals That Will Help You End Yo-Yo Dieting Forever Yo-yo dieting ruining your life? We hear you. What if we told you small, short-term goals were the answer to your frustrations? Read on to discover why this registered dietitian thinks these seven small goals could change your approach to healthy eating forever.  3/4/2019
Spark Spotlight: Deb (DLREYNOLDS2000) Deb is creating new fitness habits by starting out with exercising just 10 minutes a day! 3/4/2019