Quick and easy exercises anyone can do for less than 30 minutes or during commercial breaks  With a long commute, busy work hours and a lack of free time, many people feel like they are doomed to a sedentary lifestyle. While waking up at 5 a.m. or working out after dinner may be possible, it’s [...]

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Why go from the office straight to the gym? Spend some time outdoors and celebrate the beautiful, warmer spring weather with these exercise options! Working up a sweat under the sun and smelling the fresh tulips is an energizing sensory experience that can only take place in early spring. There is something in the air [...]

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Phantom Gourmet, a beloved local TV show in Boston, goes around the city showcasing the best restaurants, hidden gems and meals worth driving to. It seems like 90 percent of the topics are based on comfort food. If you weren’t hungry before tuning in, you are ready for a feast by the end. While I [...]

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Is running a marathon on your bucket list? If so, you’re not alone. The growing number of 26.2 mile warriors is steadily increasing. In 2010, there were 507,000 estimated marathon finishers, an 8.6 percent jump since 2009 and a 43.6 percent increase since 2000. The Boston and ING New York City marathons sold out in [...]

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“I love running… because I really, really, really like dessert!” This statement may not be entirely true for avid gym goers but it sure holds its own when it comes to Valentine’s Day. February also happens to be Chocolate Lover’s Month which is very convenient! Good news for those of us who have a sweet [...]

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Community Leader Sarah Dussault offers three tips to spice up your workout so you can maintain your New Year’s resolution. She recommends you try a new gym class or trainer, invest in a heart rate monitor or an Up by Jawbone device, and create a workout log. Watch the video to learn more! If you [...]

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Holiday parties are an ideal excuse to invite over friends, get dressed up and eat yummy food. I love to play host because it gives me a chance to show off my culinary skills and provide healthy options, while experimenting with recipes. Last year, my honey baked ham was a hit, but my homemade biscuits [...]

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When the temperature starts to drop this winter, resist the urge to stay indoors. Winter is the best season for families to enjoy fitness together. Downhill skiing is a winter tradition for many families. In fact, it’s often a vacation centered around a sport! Kids and adults equally enjoy the activity and I have even [...]

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Shopping on Black Friday is an informal tradition in my family.  My mother would not dare compete with the crowds, but my sister and I were always up to the excitement. I do not mind the crowded parking lots and am fairly patient in line for the bathroom.  However, I do not do well if [...]

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Americans on average eat between 3,000 and 5,000 calories according to most estimates on Thanksgiving Day.  Some experts even suggest upper limits reaching as high as 7,000 calories!  For many, this is more than double the suggested number of calories consumed per day. Without exercise, a 150-lb female requires between 1,400-2,000 calories per day, leaving [...]

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Americans are logging in less time than ever in the physical activity department.  Only 3 in 10 adults get the recommended daily amount of exercise, according to The President’s Counsel on Physical Fitness and Sports.  The main excuses are that it’s difficult to find time and motivation. Children are more likely to get in their [...]

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Fall seems to be the favorite DIY season when it comes to in-season produce.  From making a dish using pumpkin seeds from a freshly carved Halloween decoration to a day of picking apples at a nearby farm–food preparation does not get more entertaining.  If you are blessed with good weather, outdoor activities can fill your [...]

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The dreaded workout rut is inevitable for anyone who regularly trains.  Doing the same thing not only is boring but also becomes less effective over time.  Mix up your routine to not only challenge your body but also ignite new motivation! After every 8 weeks, switch up your strength training routine.  You don’t necessarily need [...]

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Gym memberships can be pricey but are well worth it.  Investing in your health in the long run will actually save you money!  In 2008, the estimated cost of obesity was said to be $147 billion.  Paying for medical tests and monthly medications is no doubt more costly than a gym membership.  Now that you [...]

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As if getting out of bed is not hard enough, exercising first thing in the morning can be positively dreadful.  Unless you are naturally a morning person, finding motivation for an AM workout can be difficult but knowing the task to come is going to leave you feeling energized and refreshed can help get you [...]

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At the beach, don’t just sit, get fit! In the summer, the beach is the place to be.  It also makes for a fantastic scenic workout.  Instead of just lounging and relaxing, try one of these fun workouts to get the most out of the sunny days. Running on the Beach Running in sand is [...]

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Six pack abs are the most sought after body part, according to online search engines.  Vanity aside, belly fat is also reported to be the most dangerous place your body can store fat when it comes to your health.  Although you cannot spot reduce, lowering your total body fat and adding exercises that incorporate your [...]

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The summertime is beloved for many reasons.  Extreme heat during a workout however, is not one of them.  Diving into a pool or the ocean is an easy quick fix to cooling off, but have you tested the water for a daily workout? Swimming is praised by fitness experts for its lack of pressure on [...]

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Ahhh summertime! The kids are out of school and the weather is just inviting you to be active outside. Take advantage of the quality time you have to spend together as a family by promoting health and wellness.  Kids love to get up and move around.  Sitting down for hours in the car driving to [...]

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The Life Well Laughed program is well underway and picking up steam as the warmer weather approaches.  As a quick refresher, Life Well Laughed is a program that The Laughing Cow is spearheading, promising to donate up to $500,000 to support local health and wellness initiatives. The initial $250,000 is guaranteed but to donate the [...]

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As follow up to my post yesterday, my second day with the TV crew and Girls on the Run, a national organization that combines running games and workouts with a curriculum designed to encourage positive emotional, social, mental and physical development, was so fun and exciting. This opportunity came about through the Life Well Laughed [...]

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This all started when The Laughing Cow approached me asking what I would do to give back, in light of their Life Well Laughed Project, which you should check out to see how you can help to give back to your communities through delightful snacking. Giving back is something I am passionate about. It ties [...]

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Top 4 Self Fit Tests: How Fit Are You? Do you know how physically fit you really are?  Whether you’ve been working out for past 3 months or 3 years regularly, it’s wise to regularly check in and see where your fitness levels are at.  Being able to compare your own results will help you [...]

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