| The Fitness Accessory You Didn't Know You Needed: Running Socks: How much thought do you give to your running socks? Having the right pair of running... |
| Nutrition Q&A: Which is healthier? Coffee-mate Fat Free Vanilla or Coffee-mate Sugar Free Vanilla creamer?: Q: Which is better choice to use in my coffee? Coffee-mate Fat Free Vanilla or... |
| A Survivor Story for American Heart Month: February is American Heart Month. Well, if you ask me, every month should be Heart Month.... |
| Real-life healthy habits: Interview with Jaime Maser, La Prairie PR extraordinaire : Real-life healthy habits: Interview with Jaime Maser, LaPrairie PR extraordinaire We think that some of the... |
| Incredible Athlete Series: Brigid Russell: Brigid, the blogger behind Live, Breathe, Huzzah, started reflecting on her life, fitness, and the meaning... |
| Create a Healthier Version of Classic Ratatouille: Ratatouille is the ultimate comfort food in France. Although perhaps not thought of as a... |
| Fitness Follows on Twitter: If you are on Twitter, it is more than likely that you are already following Jillian... |
| Don’t worry, be app-y: Best apps for tracking your daily eats: Don’t worry, be app-y: Best apps for tracking your daily eatsNo matter what your goals... |
| Incredible Athlete Series: Amanda Schwartz: A lot of runners focus on their speed and being in the "top three in their... |
| How to Make Healthy and Inexpensive Resolutions: Diet and exercise goals always rank high on New Year’s Resolution lists, but rising food... |
| At-Home HIIT Workout: 200 Tone Up: Back in June, I came up with my own at-home HIIT workout that I called the... |
| New Year Nutrition Checklist Challenge! 4 weeks to a healthier you!: Happy 2012 Bee Well For Life-ers! Are you ready for this to be your best... |
| Confessions of the Almost Fit: Some women commit to exercise after they’ve been diagnosed with breast cancer. I am not one of... |
| Interview with an expert: Finding balance in a hectic schedule: Ever wonder how health experts find balance during really crazy schedules? We asked Amelia Winslow,... |
| Training for Motherhood: If you are a mom, you will lift weight: Carrying a sleeping child from the car... |
| Slim holiday cocktails: Slim holiday cocktails With holiday celebrations in full swing this week, cocktails and other festive drinks... |
| How to Make Exercise a Priority in 2012: Committing to an exercise routine boils down to one word, planning. When I ran Track in college,... |
| Slim holiday cocktails: Slim holiday cocktails With holiday celebrations in full swing this week, cocktails and other festive drinks... |
| 5 Tips for HIIT: High Intensity Interval Training is one of the best methods for losing weight and improving your fitness... |
| 5 holiday kitchen gift ideas to give or get!: 5 holiday kitchen gift ideas to give or get! Last minute shopper? Still looking for items... |
| Incredible Athletes Round-Up: Goals for 2012: We’ve talked about reflection, and goal setting. But as we know, nothing happens without action. This is a long... |
| 12 Kitchen Staples for Healthy and Easy Cooking: With all the frantic energy of the holidays, it’s so easy to fall into the trap... |
| How to Beat Stress and Stay in Shape for the New Year: Without a doubt, the end of the year is one of the busiest, most stressful periods... |
| Quinoa: The Forgotten Healthy Grain: Quinoa is an ancient grain that is just now becoming popular again. As we are all... |
| Top Tips for Setting Goals in 2012: Last week, we spent some time reflecting on our 2011. This week, we need to look... |
| 5 Energizing holiday shopping snacks: 5 Energizing holiday shopping snacks Holiday shopping can be downright draining. And although a few better... |
| Live Everyday to the Fullest: I saw my oncologist on Tuesday. He gave me the all clear. Now we are two... |
| Gluten-free Recipe for Pizza Lovers: My husband is gluten intolerant and we are always looking for delicious gluten-free recipes. I found this... |
| Prevent Injuries with the Perfect Running Shoe: When most people start a running program for the first time, they dig out whatever old tennis... |
| Thanksgiving Interview with a nutrition expert : We asked registered dietitian Janel Ovrut Funk of Eat Well with Janel blog to dish with... |
| How to Wake Up Early for Your Morning Workout: One of the things that everyone I know struggles with is the battle of the sheets... |
| A perfect day of eating: Your holiday get back on track plan : The trick to sticking with your health and weight goals even amidst holiday fare? Get... |
| How to Reflect on 2011 for a Great 2012: December is now upon us (can you believe it?!), which means it is time to start looking... |
| Ingredient of the month: Interview with a Pomegranate: Ingredient of the month: Interview with a Pomegranate If you’ve seen the POM Wonderful campaign, you’ve... |
| Reverse New Year’s Resolution: We’re a month away from New Year’s Eve and you have two options: throwing abandon to... |
| How To Put A Healthy Twist On Your Most Indulgent Recipes: If I told you that it is important to eat healthy you would probably roll your eyes... |
| The 3 Mistakes Fit Women Make: You watch what you eat. You never miss a spin class. You lift weights at least... |
| 8 Ways to ward off winter holiday weight gain: 8 Ways to ward off winter holiday weight gain During the winter holiday period -- late... |
| 2011 Holiday Gift Guide for the Fitness Enthusiast: Can you believe Thanksgiving has come and gone? With the holidays rapidly approaching, I wanted to... |
| A Change in Season, A Change in Eating: Have you ever noticed the sticker on a fruit or vegetable and couldn’t believe where... |
| Minimize the Damage of Thanksgiving Overindulgence: Even if we have our best intentions, many of us are likely to overindulge on Thanksgiving.... |
| Meet the expert: Diana Dyer, The Cancer RD: Meet the expert: Diana Dyer, The Cancer RD We’re kicking off our expert series with someone... |
| Incredible Athlete Series: Rachel Wilk: Rachel Wilk is a 26-year-old blogger, runner, and wanna-be-triathlete. Just a few short years ago she couldn't... |
| Kale & white bean saute with pasta & peanut sauce : Kale & white bean saute with pasta & peanut sauce Kale and white beans (2 foods... |
| Happy Thanksgiving: In the spirit of Thanksgiving, I would like to write this blog about ten things in... |
| Ingredient(s) of the month: 5 Foods that fend off breast cancer: In continuing honor of October as Breast Cancer Awareness month, we’re providing some “food for... |
| Running in the Cold: Baby it’s cold outside! With the cold weather now presenting itself, running, walking, or doing any... |
| 5 healthy lifestyle choices for a lower cancer risk: It matters! : Making healthy lifestyle choices -- like eating well, moderate (or no) alcohol intake, not smoking,... |
| Incredible Athlete Series: Karen Welby: Karen is a 27 year-old Marketing Manager at EatSmart Products, personal trainer/fitness instructor at Innovation Fitness Solutions and certified holistic... |
| September challenge:Disguise common leftovers as new meals : If you were happy to see a use for leftover pasta in our fritatta recipe... |
| Happy 5th Anniversary, Jason!: In October 1998, at 19 years old, I met the man of my dreams, the love... |
| Recipe: Pasta frittata : Recipe: Pasta frittata This budget-friendly frittata makes eggs feel like dinner, and leftovers seem like they’re... |
| How-To Guide: Restorative Yoga for Runners : While training for or upon completion of a race, you may experience tight and achy muscles. Practicing... |
| Nutrition per $: a new perspective on value: Fast food nutrition per $: a new perspective on value That Extra Value meal might seem... |
| Daily Dose of Motivation : In one way or another we will all be affected by cancer, whether it is... |
| Healthy affordable eating: 5 grocery store mistakes that’ll cost you: 5 grocery store mistakes that’ll cost youEating healthfully and saving money are usually NOT two... |
| Incredible Athlete Series: Tina Reale: Tina is a blogger and stay at home mom of two! She is an amazing role... |
| Good carbs for healthier skin : Did you have to reread that title a few times? Most people have no idea... |
| Common "Marathon-Newbie" Questions - Answered!: So, you want to train for your first marathon? With all of the excitement and... |
| August recipe: Papaya and crab Waldorf salad stuffed pita : Are you a fan of sweet and savory combinations? We love tossing dried or fresh... |
| Awareness: Remembering Octobers Past: Okay, so I have to start off this blog with a great big… HAPPY BIRTHDAY,... |
| Food of the month: Papaya (and what to do with it!) : Food of the month: Papaya Ready to get tropical? Even if a tropical vacation isn’t in... |
| Three Months Of Love Starts In October: It is the first full month of Fall, when nature puts on a show that amazes... |
| Eat your way to beautiful skin: Eat your way to beautiful skin We’ll admit, we covet skin care products as much as... |
| Incredible Athlete Series: Nicole Culver: Nicole (@NicoleCulver) is a force to be reckoned with. She is a certified health counselor,... |
| July Challenge: Get your marinade on! DIY marinade ideas.: p.p1 {margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; font: 12.0px Times} p.p2 {margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; font:... |
| Three Time Saving 30 Minute Work Outs: As a trainer, one of the biggest things I hear from people is that they "don't... |
| July recipe: 15-minute tuna tacos with sweet corn salsa : p.p1 {margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; font: 12.0px Helvetica} p.p2 {margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; font:... |
| Why October is The Greatest Month Ever: This morning I started prepping my garden for winter. The squirrels decided that they wanted the last... |
| Ingredient of the month: Sweet corn: p.p1 {margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; font: 12.0px Helvetica} p.p2 {margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; font:... |
| Incredible Athlete Series: Keri Bond: Keri Bond, a 27 year-old teacher and personal trainer/fitness instructor born and raised in New Jersey, has... |
| Grill safe: Reduce cancer-causing compounds in your cookout : p.p1 {margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; font: 12.0px Times} p.p2 {margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; font:... |
| It's Vegas Baby! She’s a Lucky Dog, I’m Even Luckier: Six years ago on our way home from the golf course my husband I found a... |
| June Challenge: Track your sips : p.p1 {margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; font: 12.0px Times} p.p2 {margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; font:... |
| BMI Breakdown, Let's Do the Math: BMI stands for Body Mass Index. The American Council of Exercise defines this as “a relative... |
| Recipe: Hydrate right with this low-cal green tea cucumber cooler: p.p1 {margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; font: 13.0px Arial} p.p2 {margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; font:... |
| 2 Years Cancer Free! It’s My Uncancerversary: Today is the day I’ve been waiting for! As my friend Sharon calls it, today... |
| Fun and healthy ways to stay hydrated : p.p1 {margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; font: 12.0px Helvetica} p.p2 {margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; font:... |
| Incredible Athlete Series: Katie Evans: Katie Evans is an ACE Personal Trainer and AFAA Group Fitness Instructor. She writes about fitness... |
| The real scoop on hydration: p.p1 {margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; font: 12.0px Times} p.p2 {margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; font:... |
| Dancing in the Rain: I met Suzanne Fisher Greer on Facebook two years ago when I was going through my... |
| May Challenge: Try a new fruit or veggie! : p.p1 {margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; font: 12.0px Helvetica; min-height: 14.0px} p.p2 {margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px... |
| 5 Online Tools That Will Help You Reach Your Fitness Goals: While some of you may be more familiar with the site than others, there are a multitude... |
| Recipe of the month: Salmon with apricot sauce: p.p1 {margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; font: 12.0px Times} p.p2 {margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; font:... |
| How Sharing Your Story Makes A Difference : Sharing is caring… A few months ago, I wrote a short story describing my organic moment (when I started... |
| Ingredient of the month: Apricots: p.p1 {margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; font: 12.0px Helvetica} p.p2 {margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; font:... |
| Incredible Athlete Series: Erika Howder: Don’t use the excuse “I can’t run because I have kids” with Erika Howder. This mother... |
| How-To: Shop at a Farmers Market : p.p1 {margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; font: 12.0px Helvetica} p.p2 {margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; font:... |
| If You Don’t Start LIVING Now, Then When?: After having breast cancer two years ago I have had to deal with the nagging... |
| April challenge: Organize your fridge: p.p1 {margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; font: 12.0px Helvetica} p.p2 {margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; font:... |
| 5 Things Everyone Ought To Know About Running Etiquette: Just like anything else, running has its own set of unspoken rules; running etiquette. Be... |
| Fennel orange salad with white beans and tuna : p.p1 {margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; font: 12.0px Helvetica} p.p2 {margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; font:... |
| The “C” Word – How Getting to Know Your Body Can Save Your Life: No, I don’t mean chocolate. A few weeks ago I noticed a swollen lymph node in... |
| Ingredient of the month: Fennel: p.p1 {margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; font: 12.0px Helvetica} p.p2 {margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; font:... |
| Incredible Athlete Series: Heather Gannoe: Trying to sum Heather up in just a few words is tricky. She is a mother... |
| Spring clean your eating habits! : p.p1 {margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; font: 12.0px Helvetica} p.p2 {margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; font:... |
| Being Thankful Every Day: Dear God, I walk three miles every day. Luckily, I live in a beautiful area surrounded by a lot... |
| The weekend cooking challenge: p.p1 {margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; font: 12.0px Helvetica} p.p2 {margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; font:... |
| How to Find a Local Race, Triathlon or Marathon: One thing I always hear from people is that they would love to sign up for... |
| Recipe of the month: Artichoke & Tuna Pasta Salad: p.p1 {margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; font: 12.0px Helvetica} p.p2 {margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; font:... |
| Bald is Beautiful?!: I was looking for inspiration for this blog and came across this quote: Gray hair is... |
| Ingredient of the month: Artichokes : p.p1 {margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; font: 12.0px Times} p.p2 {margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; font:... |
| Incredible Athlete Series: Chef Katelyn: Katelyn is the kind of person that just warms your heart. She is sweet, caring, compassionate,... |
| Meeting your daily sodium goals - what it really takes! : p.p1 {margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; font: 12.0px Helvetica; min-height: 14.0px} p.p2 {margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px... |
| Shake It - Don't Break It! Dancing Through Life Post Breast Cancer: I recently had the opportunity to go to the Lake of the Ozarks with four... |
| February Challenge: Consider YOU all week: p.p1 {margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; font: 12.0px 'Times New Roman'; color: #500050} p.p2 {margin: 0.0px... |
| Do You Need to Stretch Before Running?: Recent studies have shown that stretching may not be necessary for runners. What does this mean exactly? Well,... |
| Spicy tuna tostadas : p.p1 {margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; font: 12.0px Helvetica} p.p2 {margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; font:... |
| The True Meaning of Family, In-laws Included: I was looking for a really good in-law quote to start this blog. Here’s the best... |
| 5 ways to be kind to yourself this Valentine’s Day: p.p1 {margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; font: 12.0px Times} p.p2 {margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; font:... |
| Incredible Athlete Series: Cynthia Laforge : You know those people whose energy is literally contagious? Cynthia is one of those people. Her... |
| Staying true to YOU in sticky situations : p.p1 {margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; font: 12.0px Helvetica} p.p2 {margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; font:... |
| OMG my BFF makes me LOL: When you look up the definition of best it reads: favorite, choice, finest; the definition... |
| January Challenge: Set healthy lifestyle reminders : p.p1 {margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; font: 12.0px Times} p.p2 {margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; font:... |
| Running Playlist: People always ask me what my number one tip is for staying motivated. And while we... |
| Bee Delicious recipe of the month: Salmon and Black Bean Chili over Farro : p.p1 {margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; font: 12.0px 'Times New Roman'} p.p2 {margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px... |
| Go Out and Smell the Flowers...: I was taking a walk to the store today (one way I’m trying to incorporate... |
| No excuses : p.p1 {margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; font: 12.0px Helvetica} p.p2 {margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; font:... |
| Incredible Athlete Series: Beki Berrey: Next time you hear someone say they don’t have time to include fitness in their schedule,... |
| 4 whole grains everyone should try : p.p1 {margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; font: 12.0px 'Times New Roman'} p.p2 {margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px... |
| End of the War in My Rack: A couple of weeks ago I participated in the Susan G. Komen Race for the... |
| Make Healthy Eating Fit in the New Year: Making healthy eating fit in the new yearAs we enter into a new year, you... |
| Three Fitness Gadgets You Must Have This Summer: @font-face { font-family: Arial; } @font-face { font-family: Cambria; } @page Section1 {size: 8.5in 11.0in; margin: 1.0in 1.25in 1.0in 1.25in; mso-header-margin:... |
| Setting a healthy (and realistic) New Year’s resolution: p.p1 {margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; font: 12.0px 'Times New Roman'} p.p2 {margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px... |
| In Times of Test, Family is Best: That’s one of my favorite proverbs. It is so true. Over my life I’ve learned one... |
| Recipe: Eggnog oatmeal: There's nothing like a nice bowl of hot cereal to warm you up in the... |
| Incredible Athlete Series: Katy Widrick: Incredible Athlete Series: Katy Widrick If something is important to you, you will make time for it. Katy... |
| Nutrition tips to ease holiday stress: p.p1 {margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; font: 12.0px Helvetica} p.p2 {margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; font:... |
| Hooray for Hazel - My 1st Grandchild: As I write this my first and only grandchild, Hazel, is asleep in the other... |
| Sticking with it. Have a happy and nutritious holiday season!: Can you believe it’s December already? We’ve been saying that almost every month, but time... |
| Running In The Heat: For most of us, summer has arrived much quicker than we had expected. With temperatures continuously rising... |
| 5 creative ways to use holiday spices: p.p1 {margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; font: 12.0px 'Times New Roman'} p.p2 {margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px... |
| The Hurt is Over: So, in preparation of another reconstruction surgery (just trying to make them look better and clear... |
| November Challenge: Do these three things to keep holiday weight gain at bay!: p.p1 {margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; font: 15.0px Arial} p.p2 {margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; font:... |
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| Curry-roasted Butternut Squash: Butternut squash, as well as other winter varieties, are in abundance right now. While the... |
| Foam Rolling: One of the tools that many of the amazing athletes I have featured lately use foam rolling.... |
| Solutions to 5 common holiday eating mistakes: When the holidays are upon us, it can be all too easy to get bogged... |
| Hair Today, Gone Tomorrow: My “breast” friend Margaret called me today. We are “breast” friends because we have both... |
| 5 fall foods to stuff (other than a turkey) : Tis the season of stuffing -- the kind that’s usually roasted inside a turkey, or... |
| Incredible Athlete Series: Meghann Anderson: Incredible Athlete Series: Meghann Anderson Like most of us, Meghann graduated college and entered the work force... |
| Healthy holidays - Eat smart and you can enjoy your favorites, guilt-free!: Can you believe that the holidays are already upon us? Time really flew by, and... |
| Another Walk to Remember: Another great walk and another perfect Mother’s Day… I can’t even think of a good way... |
| November Challenge: Plan your Halloween treats : Halloween is a time to get dressed up in a costume and have some spooky... |
| Incredible Athlete Series: Caitlin Boyle: An obvious next for our “Incredible People” series is author and blogger, Caitlin Boyle. Caitlin is currently... |
| Crispy chocolate banana wontons a la mode : Crispy chocolate banana wontons a la mode This is a delicious restaurant-style dessert that’s simple... |
| Rules for My Friends: I am getting ready for the arrival of my first grandchild. While cleaning out a... |
| Eat dessert without blowing your diet: Eat dessert without blowing your diet Nearly everyone has a weak spot for some type of... |
| Incredible Athlete Series: Tina Haupert: Who do you picture when you think of incredible athletes? For me, it is not the... |
| How to eat dessert without blowing your diet: How to eat dessert without blowing your diet Nearly everyone has a weak spot for some... |
| Best Friends Forever and ever and ever and ever...: By reading how incredible my parents are, you would assume that I have wonderful siblings. Wonderful is... |
| Challenge: Bake a winter squash!: Challenge: Bake a winter squash!Nothing screams fall like images of pumpkins, gourds, and other winter... |
| Cover More Turf: Tips for Increasing Your Distance: Running has never been something that comes easily or naturally for me. It has always been... |
| Learn how to treat yourself, the right way! : Ah, the month of October is here. Wherever you are, regardless of the weather, this month... |
| It Takes A Village: I went to the oncologist today with my friend. As she was scheduling her chemo... |
| Butternut squash and crab brown rice pilaf: This fall inspired recipe is delicious as a side dish or paired with a side... |
| Improve Your Personal Record (PR): Improve your personal record (PR) Your personal record, or PR, refers to your best time in... |
| 4 Brown bag lunches under $5.00: Back by popular demand, we’ve got four more lunches that weigh in at under $5... |
| Be Happy: Be Happy…I would like to share another quote with you…”If you change the way you... |
| Healthy Eating Tips for Fall : This month, we’ll see the official start of fall -- September 22, to be exact.... |
| Making the most of your first race: Making the most of your first race You don’t need to be a seasoned marathon runner... |
| Giving Fall a Healthful Hello: This summer has been a hot one for many folks across the country. Along with... |
| Walk a Mile in My Shoes: My husband (who is a wonderful man by the way) has a tendency to get... |
| August Challenge: Take at least 20 minutes for each meal for an entire weekday : Food gives us life. We need food to provide us with the energy to work... |
| Meet Coach Jen: I don’t know about you but for as long as I can remember I’ve been fascinated... |
| Recipe: Bulgar, red pepper, tuna salad: Recipe of the month: Bulgur, red pepper, tuna saladIt’s not difficult to find multiple reasons... |
| Daddy’s Little Girl: If you ask me what I remember about growing up, the answer would most likely... |
| 5 Ways to a healthier relationship with food : Like all good relationships, having a healthy one with your food takes some nurturing --... |
| Challenge: Train for Your First 5K: As the weather warms, many people begin to think about going for their first 5K. If you... |
| Chow down, cheer up: Our moods affect every aspect of our lives -- from work relationships to social life... |
| Granny Fanny: I turned 54 in December. I feel great and I try to look great. Going... |
| Why The Rush? Slower Is Healther. : August 15th is National Relaxation Day. While you’ve probably never celebrated this day before, we... |
| Four Easy Tips to Break Bad Workout Habits: Exercise by its very nature is a good habit. But exercise, like all good habits... |
| July Challenge: Dine in While Stepping Out: With more newsletters, websites, news articles dedicated to sharing some of the most shocking nutrition... |
| Words to Live By: "I've learned that no matter what happens, or how bad it seems today, life does... |
| Veggie-packed crunchy crab salad wrap: When warm weather abounds, you might feel like firing up your stove is the last... |
| Three Ways to Challenge Yourself by Looking to Others: Do you ever find yourself in a fitness rut? We do. Over time, we’ve learned that... |
| Overcome on-the-road eating traps : There’s no doubt that road trips are fun. Good music, the open road, lots of... |
| Lost and Found in Breast Cancer: Going through breast cancer I lost a lot of things. I lost a breast, I... |
| The Best Packable Snacks for Summer Travel : Two things are certain when the weather gets warm: travel is in your future and... |
| Building Endurance Can Be Fun: Technically speaking, endurance is “the ability for an animal to exert itself for a long... |
| Eating en route: Summer is quickly upon us and it’s likely that you’ll be leaving the comfort of... |
| The Power of Mom: I don’t know what I would’ve done if I was older when I was diagnosed... |
| Eating en route: Summer is quickly upon us and it’s likely that you’ll be leaving the comfort of... |
| Get Your Head in the Game: They say that showing up is one of the hardest parts about exercising. Getting out... |
| June Challenge: Eat and Live Clean: Want to keep the toxins in your body to a minimum, decrease the rate at... |
| Sticking Together: I was diagnosed in December 2008 with Stage II breast cancer. After mastectomy, reconstruction and... |
| Ultimate Detox Salad recipe: We stand by the idea that the best way to detoxify your body is to... |
| You Can Change the World One Mile at a Time: We find inspiration all around. This week, we stumbled on a fantastic quote by Mother Teresa.... |
| The real deal with the Master Cleanse: Touted by many celebs looking to drop weight quickly or rid their bodies of toxins... |
| Be Empowered to Walk for Breast Cancer: I remember in 2007 doing the Y-Me National Breast Cancer Organization Walk to Empower. It... |
| The 7 most effective natural detoxifiers : The 7 most effective natural detoxifiersJuicy concoctions; mysterious pills, mixes, and shakes; days without solid... |
| Injury Prevention Tips Your Feet will Love: A survey from the American Podiatric Medical Association found that 8 out of 10 people... |
| Detoxes and cleanses: fact and fiction: With summer approaching, you’ll likely see plenty of advertisements for cleanses and detox diets that guarantee to... |
| You Can Choose to Have a Positive Attitude: During the past few years I have learned that everyday your attitude is a choice.... |
| May Challenge: Use one food, five ways!: May Challenge: Use one food, 5 ways!Wasted food means wasted money. But sometimes it’s tough... |
| Come Welcome Our New Friends at Bee Active : Come Welcome Our New Friends at Bee Active We’re in our third year of the... |
| Healthy and delicious: Salmon spring rolls with arugula : Healthy and delicious: Salmon spring rolls with arugulaGetting fresh spring rolls usually requires dining out,... |
| A Routine to Spice Up Your Work Out and Burn More Calories: Want to spice up your workouts, burn more calories and cover more ground? You can... |
| 5 healthy lunches under $5: 5 healthy lunches under $5Going out for lunch might be fun at first, but the... |
| How to Alleviate Shin Pain: Shin splints refer to pain that develops along the shin part of the lower leg... |
| 10 ways to get lean on a budget: 10 ways to get lean on a budgetWhat’s better than saving money? Or, meeting your... |
| 9 Tips for Running and Walking on the Treadmill: If you're new to treadmills, start by holding onto the rails with both feet straddling... |
| Get Lean and Healthy on a budget: Cutting back on spending is on everyone’s minds these days -- and since we all have... |
| Happy New You: Happy New You.It usually takes me a solid three weeks to teach myself to write... |
| April Weekend Weight Loss Challenge: There are very few things more frustrating than working really hard to exercise regularly and... |
| How to Snowshoe: Snowshoeing is one of winter's greatest activities because it allows you to venture off on... |
| ADDED sugar...Spot it and reduce it!: The average American consumes 22.2 teaspoons (4 grams of sugar = 1 teaspoon) each day!... |
| 5 Ways to Ring in the New Year Actively: What are your plans this year for ringing in the New Year? Contrary to popular... |
| Dinner in under 30 minutes: Orange salmon and asparagus: Dinner in under 30 minutesOrange salmon and asparagusWe truly believe that creating healthy meals can... |
| 3 Easy Ways to Stay Active During the Holidays: ‘Tis the season to be busy, Fa la la la la, la la la la...... |
| Motivation Springs Up: Finally, the ice is melted and the real Spring weather looks to be arriving. If the... |
| Taming Your Inner Grinch: Three Ways to Decrease Holiday Stress : If you’re reading this blog, you’re probably tapping into your inner Grinch and looking for... |
| Getting in gear for spring: Warmer weather is just around the corner (or so we hope!) and one of the things... |
| Coach Jenny's Holiday Gift Guide: Gifts Under $25 Baby Sitting Gift Certificate [Free] This is the perfect gift if you’re on a... |
| March Bee Delicious Challenge: Keep a food journal : Numerous studies show that keeping a record of what you eat and drink is one... |
| Happy Holidays: You know when the stress hits the fan during the holidays in my house. Someone... |
| Who do you get your nutrition info from?: National Nutrition Month is about halfway through. But it’s not only in the month of... |
| The Fix for Common Running and Walking Pains: Running and walking doesn’t have to hurt, but sometimes it can. If you have experienced... |
| How WE make it!: Have you heard about the “How do you make it?” contest that BeeWellForLife.com is hosting? It’s... |
| Finding the Right Shoe for You: Finding the ideal running and walking shoes to fit your specific foot type is like... |
| How-to put together hunger-fighting snacks: Get too hungry in between meals and you are more likely to grab the first food... |
| Mind Games: Developing Mental Strength and Focus : By Coach Jenny HadfieldTraining your mind is equally as important as training your body. The... |
| All About Nutrition: It’s National Nutrition Month, so let us introduce you to nutrition like you may never have... |
| Preventing Painful Chafing: Chafing can happen when there is a combination of moisture and friction present. It usually... |
| Fridge Raiders: 4 food culprits that might be widening your waist: We’re taking a look into an anonymous refrigerator to see what’s inside. We’ll go through and... |
| Breath Easier on Your Next Run or Walk: Breathing is the body's way of transporting oxygen to the working muscles. The faster you... |
| February Bee Delicious Challenge: Dine-in all week : February Bee Delicious Challenge: Dine-in all week Heart health is coming to a close, but that... |
| Giving thanks.: It’s hard to believe we’re in the heart of autumn and gaining on the holiday... |
| Fats for a healthy heart: Fats for a healthy heartAs Americans, we’ve historically had a love/hate relationship with dietary fat. In... |
| 7 Ways to Get Motivated: There is nothing more motivating than being able to move faster and go a little... |
| Share the love... In the Kitchen: Share the love…in the kitchenWe’ve still got a few weeks left in Heart Health month... |
| Five Stretches That Help You Move Faster: Yes, it’s true. A little flexibility can go a long way in aiding in more... |
| Matters of the Heart: Take it to heart… Since 1963, Congress has required the President to proclaim February as the... |
| Preventing Stomach Upset While Running and Walking: Getting "The Trots” is quite common among runners and walkers due to the nature of... |
| Take Heart! : Happy Heart Health Month everyone! If you’ve ever wondered why there’s an entire month dedicated... |
| Cycling 101: Whether you’re on the roads, trails or even on an indoor bike, cycling is a... |
| Best ways to stay motivated in 2010: You’re making strides to implement healthier eating into your daily routine for 2010, and that’s fantastic.... |
| Dressing up for fun.: Trick or TreatI’ll never live down getting beaten by Gumby in the New York City... |
| Setting up support systems for long-term success: The saying “It takes a village” rings true when it comes to maintaining your progress for... |
| Dressing for Cool Fall Workouts: The cool, crisp fall weather is in the air and it is the perfect time... |
| Want to eat healthier? Get organized!: When your desk is in order , your schedule is up-to-date, and your meetings for the... |
| 6-Weeks to Running Your First Halloween 5K!: Halloween is right around the corner and there are a lot of fun 5K races... |
| Goal setting strategies …that work!: Prioritize your priorities: There’s no doubt that you’re busy. In fact, we’d guess you’re very... |
| The Benefits of Massage: It's true that a massage is a great way to relax, unwind and refresh your... |
| Getting set up for a healthy, happy New Year: It’s officially the New Year and that means, for many of us, we can’t put off... |
| Hike It Off: Fall is the perfect time to head outdoors and take your workout off the beaten... |
| Last minute healthy gifts ideas! : Show you care this holiday season with gifts that make it easier (and more fun!)... |
| Adding Variety to Your Cross Training: Although I always loved summertime growing up as a kid, I also loved going back... |
| Warm up with soups: ‘Tis the season to warm up! When we think of winter, a warm bowl of soup... |
| Learn to Run-Walk 3 miles in 30 days and Love It: When I first started running, it seemed nearly impossible. But that was because I was... |
| Eat to beat cold and flu: With the all of joy that the holidays can bring, most of us experience a fair... |
| Finding Your Resting Heart Rate: There are a lot of ways to gauge your fitness. You may feel more energized... |
| Eating well for cold and flu season: Our wish this holiday season is that everyone stays healthy, but the reality is that... |
| Three Exercises to Improve Balance, Core Strength and Walking/Running Form: A strong, balanced body can help shed minutes off your walking and running pace and... |
| Top 5 ways to fight fat during over the holidays: Call us optimists, but we’re confident that it’s possible to make it through the holidays without... |
| Making Time for Activity: Lack of time is often rated as the number one reason regular activity goes by... |
| Healthful holiday desserts: Think you can’t enjoy holiday desserts and still eat a healthful diet? Think again! Eating healthfully... |
| Active Road Trips You'll Remember Forever: There's nothing better than an authentic road trip. It's a great way for family to... |
| Avoid Party Pitfalls: While we love the social aspects of a great holiday party, the food isn’t always the... |
| Everything Is Better With A Friend: I’m always amazed at how easy activity is when I’m moving with a group. I... |
| Appetizers and side dishes: Believe it or not, the holiday season is quickly approaching. This means that along with... |
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| Get ahead – outsmart holiday weight gain before it starts! : Studies show most people are left with an extra pound post winter holidays. That doesn’t... |
| Four Fun Ways to Activate Your Kids: There is no better time than the present to get our kids moving in the... |
| Orange and Black: Foods for Halloween: BOO! We love dressing up for Halloween, so this week we thought we’d share with... |
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| Our Top 5 Fall Foods: With the weather getting crisp and cool, we find our taste preferences changing. We’re craving... |
| Summertime Activities That Boost Metabolism: Traditional exercise like walking, running and cycling are not the only way to boost metabolism... |
| Skin Nutrition: On Halloween, it’s acceptable to cover your face with a mask. But on the other... |
| Your Next Adventure Begins: One of my great passions is wear-testing active gear. I think it comes from my... |
| Eating for a healthy digestive system: There are a wide variety of things that affect digestion, many of which have to... |
| Boomer Fitness: Living an Active Lifestyle at Any Age: Bob didn't take his first running step until he was 59 years old. Twenty years... |
| Health from the inside and out: One of the best things about nutrition is that no matter what your initial inspiration (losing... |
| Barefoot Running and Walking - My Two Cents: @font-face { font-family: Cambria; } @page Section1 {size: 8.5in 11.0in; margin: 1.0in 1.25in 1.0in 1.25in; mso-header-margin: .5in; mso-footer-margin:... |
| Back-to-school: Healthy dinner ideas in a flash: Dinnertime can be hectic when the day turns quickly into evening before you know it. And... |
| Three Ways to Stay Cool on Warm Weather Workouts: Summer is here and it is one of the greatest times to get out and... |
| After school snacks you can feel good about: When the bell rings at the end of the school day, most kids haven’t eaten for... |
| Finding Your Recipe for Fitness: I’ve always been a big fan of the month of June. When I was a young girl,... |
| Brown bagging it: Lunch is a great meal to include fruit and/or veggies in, which research shows may... |
| How to Use a Foam Roll: The foam roll is an easy to use, inexpensive tool anyone can use to improve... |
| Back-to-school breakfasts: School is back in session and that can mean hectic mornings. No matter how busy... |
| Summertime Active Gear and Apparel: Functional active gear and apparel can keep you cool and protected in the heat and... |
| Back to school the healthy, happy way!: It’s September, and for many of us that means back-to-school time. While sending the kids... |
| The Art of Balancing Work and Play: It seems as though life just keeps getting more hectic. Between juggling family, friends and... |
| Whole-y grains!: Sure, you’ve no doubt tried brown rice, and surely you’ve eaten oatmeal, and corn. But... |
| How to Tackle Hills with a Smile on Your Face: I've never met a hill that hasn't made me stronger. At first glance, seeing a... |
| 5 easy ways to eat more whole grains: Eating more whole grains can help keep you on a path to good health. The... |
| Top Ten Tips for Reaching the Finish Line: Top ten tips for reaching the finish line with a smile on your face!By: Coach... |
| Whole grain label reading 101: Super-grain crackers, organic 12-grain bread, wheat tortillas, hearty wheat English muffins – while all these... |
| 6 Flexibility Exercises to Keep Those Annoying Aches and Pains at Bay: I’m showing you six of my favorite flexibility exercises geared to runners and walkers. Feel... |
| Benefits of whole grains: You might have chosen brown rice over white rice or whole wheat bread over white... |
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| Whole grains: Setting the record straight: The USDA’s 2005 Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommend that we get at least 3 ounces... |
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| Occasional Eating… On the road: Nothing says summer like a road trip with friends, family, or even just yourself. The... |
| Spring Training: There is a magical moment that happens in every race where you realize you are actually... |
| Occasional eating: Weddings: Here comes the bride… and cocktails, appetizers, dinner, and cake. Weddings are a great time... |
| Taking it to the Streets: Transitioning Safely to the Great Outdoors: It's easy to get spring fever this time of year. You know, the first nice... |
| Occasional eating: At a baseball game: Nothing else quite screams “It’s summertime!” like heading to a baseball game. Not only do... |
| Mindful Activity: The Art of Moving in the Moment: It's pretty challenging these days to live in the moment. If we're not on the... |
| Occasional Eating: At the Beach: Beach time can be fun and relaxing – but it can also wreak havoc on... |
| Sleep Your Way to a Healthier You: Sleep is one of the most neglected area's of wellness today. Our lives are full... |
| Occasion-al Eating: We’re not talking about eating occasionally – we’re talking about having a smart eating plan... |
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| BBQ time - Incorporating alcohol: Over the last three weeks we’ve covered the ins and outs of having healthier BBQ... |
| The Rite of Passage: Although we’re still far from the dog days of summer, the month of March symbolizes... |
| Be a lean, mean, grilling chef!: Whether you’re hosting the BBQ or attending someone else’s, we’ve got you covered. Believe us,... |
| 5 Core Exercises to Improve Form, Speed and Resilience: If you look up the word "core" in the dictionary it defines it as "the center... |
| Tips you shouldn’t grill without: Grilling is as synonymous with summer as pool parties, picnics, and heading to the beach.... |
| Three 30-minute Treadmill Workouts to Spice Up Your Routine: Three 30-Minute Treadmill Workouts to Spice Up Your RoutineCoach Jenny HadfieldThis time of year always... |
| Slim swaps on traditional BBQ side dishes: Typical BBQ side dishes like macaroni salad, potato salad, and coleslaw all have one thing... |
| 5 Ways to Drop Five Pounds by Springtime: 5 Ways to Drop Five Pounds by SpringtimeCoach Jenny HadfieldSpring is right around the corner... |
| BBQ Basics: It’s that time of year when the invites to BBQs start appearing at the same... |
| Staying On Course: Staying on CourseWe’re five weeks into 2010 and at a time where the excitement of... |
| Grow your own herbs: We’ve talked about going local as one of the major ways to be greener –... |
| Creating Healthy Active Habits that Last a Lifetime: Creating Healthy Active Habits that Last a LifetimeCoach Jenny HadfieldLiving a healthy, active lifestyle is... |
| What organic means… and doesn’t: When most of us think of organic food there are many words that come to... |
| 5 Signs You're Making Progress on the Road to Fitness: It’s easy to know when you’re making progress when you participate in a race. Every... |
| Five Ways to Green your Diet: Last week we shared simple things you can do around the kitchen to be more... |
| 11 Ways to Stay Motivated: The dark days of winter can play havoc on energy levels and motivation. Here are... |
| Greening your kitchen: Cooking Tips: Greening your kitchen: Cooking Tips Did you know that about 15% of the electricity consumed... |
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| Spring greening your diet: Spring is in the air and that means you can enjoy more Frisbee games in... |
| Bee Active for a Lifetime: Happy New Year! The first of the year has traditionally been the time we reflect... |
| Sneaky Sodium - grand finale: Many of you were surprised by the higher sodium foods we mentioned in Sneaky Sodium,... |
| Moving Memories: My favorite Christmas gift this year was watching a video of old family pictures with... |
| Sneaky Sodium - less salt, please!: Many of you were surprised by the higher sodium foods we mentioned in Sneaky Sodium,... |
| Last-minute stocking stuffer gift ideas: Omron Pedometer- The perfect gift for the technology challenged walker in your life. The Omron GOSMART... |
| Reducing sodium when dining out: When you’re watching your sodium intake, reading labels can save the day. But what about... |
| Five Fabulously Functional Healthy Holiday Gifts Over $50: Moji - Knee - The Smart Icing Alternative - The perfect gift for the active person... |
| Salt-savvy in the kitchen: Cooking more meals at home can be a great way to create lower sodium dishes... |
| Seven Healthy Holiday Gifts for Under $50: The North Face E50 Bottle Holder - Some runners and walkers prefer to wear their... |
| The salty truth: What mineral is small, white, necessary for survival, but harmful when eaten in large amounts?... |
| Coach Jenny’s Healthy Holiday Gift List: Every year, I have good intentions of making a holiday gift list early in the... |
| Sneaky Sodium: It may seem logical to use your taste buds as your sodium gauge: If a... |
| 30-minute Holiday Workout #4 - The Turkey Time Saver: I love Thanksgiving week, but sometimes it can be a little overwhelming. There's food preparation,... |
| Time Traps: Seem like you just don’t have enough time to eat healthfully? We disagree! In fact,... |
| 30-minute Holiday Workout #3: You've just found the last parking spot at the mall which is a mile from... |
| Fast food fix: Despite our best efforts to plan in advance, sometimes grabbing a bite at a fast... |
| 30-minute Holiday Workout #1: The key to staying active during the holidays is to maintain your momentum by limiting... |
| Five ingredients for faster, healthier meals: Want to know a great secret to making healthy eating easy? Keep your kitchen stocked... |
| 30-minute Holiday Workout #2: I call this workout the "Done Before You Know It Special." It's challenging, purposeful and... |
| Time savers: Eating on the run: Sometimes you just have to catch breakfast behind the wheel on your way to work,... |
| Maintain, Don’t Gain: It’s that time of year again. I can hardly believe Thanksgiving is only a few weeks away! Although... |
| Get creative to save time and money: We often hear people say that smart eating means spending more time and money on... |
| Tips for a Speedy Post Race Recovery: Congratulations...you've finished the race! Did you know there are six easy steps you can take... |
| Four Super-Foods for a Super Healthy Heart: 1. Salmon Salmon truly is a super-food. It packs in lean protein, vitamin D, and the... |
| Conquering Mental Road Blocks : One of the greatest challenges in participating in a race is conquering the mental games... |
| Be A Heart Healthy Label Detective: Be A Heart Healthy Label Detective With all the fancy wording and flashy pictures, food packaging... |
| Tips for a Successful Race: Fall is a busy season for many walkers and runners who are celebrating their fitness... |
| Eat your heart healthy! Top tips for a heart healthy diet: Eat your heart healthy! Top tips for a heart healthy diet There are a lot of... |
| Sofa-to-5K Training - You can do it!: I was 35 pounds overweight when I started my first day at my internship. I... |
| LOVE your heart - Get to know your numbers: February is heart health month and we want you, your family, and your friends to... |
| Discovering Your Inner Athlete: Fall is my favorite season of the year. The gradual transition to winter inspires me... |
| Taking Motivation to Heart: As we roll into the second month of 2009, you may find that the motivation... |
| Treadmill Workouts Made Fun: As the cool weather blows in, many of us move our workouts indoors to the... |
| How To Feel Fuller: How to feel fuller You know the drill: In order to lose weight, you need to... |
| Burn More Calories On Your Next Walk - The Benefits of Nordic Walking: Nordic Walking is gaining in popularity and it's easy to understand why. It decreases the... |
| Portion Patrol: It’s not an ancient secret, a complex science equation, or an unsolved mystery – eating... |
| Preparing for Cold Weather Workouts: The fall season is the perfect time of year for outdoor workouts, however as the... |
| Restaurant Smarts: Restaurant Smarts Meals out with friends, family, and colleagues, are a regular part of life and... |
| Maximizing Your Workout Time: As we head into the fall season, it seems as if we have fewer hours... |
| Metabolism Tune-Up: We’ve all heard it before, “I don’t even try to stay slim, I just have... |
| Back to School Days: I may not be going back to school this month, but my mind sure still... |
| Ready, Set, Change: Now that 2009 is here, you’ve probably been thinking about how to make this year... |
| Summertime Cross-Training to Spice Up Your Routine: The best part about summer and fall are all the fun activities you can do... |
| Kitchen Makeover: Kitchen Makeover The approaching New Year presents a great opportunity to look at the good habits... |
| Can Listening to Music Improve Performance?: Did you know that listening to music can improve your performance? In fact One study... |
| Shop Smart, Eat Wisely: Shop Smart, Eat Wisely With the holidays in full swing and budgets on everyone’s minds, we... |
| Hydrating in the Heat: Many believe the perfect racing (walking and running) temperature is around 54 degrees. That is... |
| Just Say No.: Just Say No. The good news is that the holidays are in full swing and joy... |
| Staying Fit on Vacation: Staying fit on vacation is easier than you think. All it takes is a little... |
| Gifts of Health: Gifts of health This month, we’re focusing on actions you can take to make your environment... |
| Making the Most of the Final Month of Summer…: August has always been a bittersweet month for me. On one hand, it’s the time... |
| Find More Motivation: Find More Motivation Motivation is key to meeting and maintaining your health and weight goals. If... |
| Take Your Gym Workout Outdoors This Summer: Break your gym workout rut and take your workout outdoors this summer. It's free, the... |
| Recipe makeovers your health will be thankful for: Recipe makeovers your health will be thankful for Now that Thanksgiving is soon upon us, it’s... |
| Gadgets That Make You Move and Improve Performance: When I first started my running journey, every mile was a triumph. My walking workouts... |
| Five Turkey Day Tips: This year, let’s all make it a goal to end November 27th feeling great rather... |
| Exercising With Your Dog: We all know that regular exercise is a key ingredient for living a healthy lifestyle... |
| Snack Right to Stay Slim!: It might seem counterintuitive to start snacking as the holidays approach, but snacking the right... |
| Making Friends With The Heat…: Summer is a great time to run and walk, however the heat and humidity can... |
| A healthy start on holiday eating: From Halloween to Valentine’s Day, the holiday season is far too long to let it... |
| A Fun Way To Celebrate the Fourth of July Holiday: Summer is here, and there’s no better time to enjoy the great outdoors. One of... |
| Finding a Fun Trail Near You Is Easier Than You Think: One of my favorite organizations is the Rails to Trails Conservancy. It is a nonprofit... |
| Gear for the Trail: Shoes. If your trail adventures turn into a passion and you find yourself on trails... |
| Orienteering: A fun activity for the whole family!: Learn how to use a map and compass at a local orienteering event. It's a... |
| Tips for Walking and Running on Trails: Trail walking and running improves balance, coordination and really keeps you in the moment. That... |
| Off The Beaten Path…: Summer is the perfect time to take your walking and running program off road and... |
| The Perfect Post Walk/Run 5-Minute Stretching Routine: This week's stretches are for the front of your thigh, or quadriceps muscle group and... |
| Preventing Knee Pain: Although knee pain is one of the most common injuries in runners and walkers, it... |
| Relieving Muscle Tension and Tightness: Stretching is a great way to maintain a muscle's range of motion, however sometimes you... |
| Improving Flexibility and Avoiding Shin Pain: Shin splints refer to pain that develops along the lower leg anywhere from about half... |
| Flexibility: Happy May everyone! This month I’m dedicating my blog to flexibility. It’s the one area... |
| Greening Up Your Miles Tips: Recycle & Reuse: Greening up your life can feel a bit overwhelming but, like your running and walking... |
| Greening Up Your Miles Tip: Running errands, moving more, saving our planet.: Greening Up Your Miles Tip: Running errands, moving more, saving our planet. Did you know... |
| Greener Hydration Options: Greening Up Your Miles Tip: Hydration while training is an important element for optimal performance,... |
| B.Y.O.B: Most races give out a plastic goodie bag on race weekend. In many cases, these... |
| Greening Up Your Miles: Spring is in the air. The flowers are blooming, the trees are budding and the... |
| Move It and Lose It: A recent study published in the New England Journal of Medicine revealed that calories in... |
| Gearing Up: Outside of a supportive bra, your shoes are the most important piece of gear for... |
| Training for a 5K or 10K Race: Although the word “race” sounds a bit intimidating, you’ll be surprised at the variety of... |
| Finding Fun Races in Your Hood and All Over the World: These days it's easy to find a variety of races in your area. You can... |
| Spring Tune-Up: Has your exercise program slipped into in low gear this winter? Have no fear, the... |
| Getting Rid Of Those Dreaded Side Stitches: I was finishing up a run yesterday when all of a sudden a painful side... |
| Transitioning from Treadmill to Outdoor Running and Walking: The treadmill is a safe and convenient means to getting in the miles during the... |
| Good Form Improves Speed: All content written by Coach Jenny Hadfield. Efficient running and walking form cannot only speed... |
| Mood Boosting Treadmill Workouts: There's nothing that lifts your spirits and lowers your stress more quickly than 30 minutes... |
| Exercising for a Healthy Heart: It’s not news that exercise is good for us. In fact, these days, you can’t... |
| Getting Results - Feeling Stronger: It's week five of the new year and if you've been active in the new... |
| Maintaining Momentum: It's easy to get started on a fitness program. The challenge sets in when the... |
| Putting Your Goals To Action: How are those goals coming along? The key to making good on those goals this... |
| The Key To Making Your New Year’s Resolutions Stick!: Happy New Year! This is the perfect time to set goals for the year. Whether... |
| Buddy Up and Have More Fun Keeping Fit With Friends: Being active is a lot more fun when you have a buddy to keep you... |
| A Timely Treadmill Workout: Are you trapped in extremely cold and snowy weather? Looking for a fun and challenging... |
| Holiday Survival Kit: Although this is one of my favorite seasons of the year, it is also one... |
| Top Ten Ways To Give The Gift Of Fitness: What do you give a person who is focused on getting or staying healthy and... |
| 10,000 Steps A Day Keeps the Doctor Away: Are you struggling to get in activity during your busy day? Have no fear,... |
| Trotting Off The Turkey: I can't think of a better way to officially kick off the holiday season than... |
| Running And Walking On Snow And Ice: It is bound to happen soon. The weather is cold and it will be a... |
| Better Than Nothing Workouts - The Key To Being Active During The Busy Holidays: It seems like every year the holidays get busier, leaving us with less time to... |
| Keep It Fresh And Fun: The key to staying motivated and enjoying activity is to keep it fresh and fun.... |
| Staying Motivated to Move This Winter: The crisp days of fall will soon be behind us and the most challenging running/walking... |
| Three Weeks To A New You: The toughest part of getting started is getting started. Profound, huh? Seriously folks,... |
| Listen To Your Body: Training (running and walking) is a process that includes strategically placed workouts and rest days... |
| The Key To Sticking With It: I often get asked the question "how do I get started and stick to the... |
| Taking the First Step to Getting Fit: Some of you have taken the same first step I took when my colleagues helped... |
| The Power of People: Every successful journey begins with a single step. My first step came after years of... |