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Healthy, Delicious No-Crust Quiche Eight Ways

by Marnie Bii February 10th, 2015| Healthy Eating, Nutrition
Eggs are a nutrient rich base for a number of tasty meals, including the ever-versatile quiche. Make your quiche without the crust to considerably lower calories and carbohydrates in each serving. You can make it easy to frequently eat healthy foods by making single serving quiches ahead of time
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Strength Training as a Couple is Simple

by Joe Lawrence February 9th, 2015| Strength Training
There are lots of fun things to do as a couple. Go to a movie, out to dinner, and even watch a sporting event together. However, many couples do not enjoy working out together. It could be as simple as tweaking the workout to make it work for the
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Exploring Hand Protection Devices for Your Gym Bag

by Marnie Bii February 5th, 2015| Accessories, Gym Bag
If you go to the gym often, you know that your hands take quite a beating. As you grip the various machine handles and weight bars, your palms could start to feel raw. Sweating during your workout brings another challenge to the table: a constantly slipping grip. You might
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Exercise Late in Pregnancy

by Dean Heller MD February 4th, 2015| Fitness Expert, Medical
Q:  I don't exercise too much and I have gained 70 pounds during my current pregnancy.  At this point, I figure I am just a house and will get back into shape later, but I recently heard that it is good for the baby to exercise, is that true?

A: 
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Benefits and Risks of Vaginoplasty

by Editorial Team February 3rd, 2015| Mind & Body
Vaginoplasty is a surgical procedure where the walls and the opening of the vagina are tightened to combat the loss of tone and firmness of the area due to changes in the body. The minor surgery is becoming more and more popular thanks to doctors and clinics like
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3 Awesome Cardio Workouts Perfect for Couples

by Marnie Bii February 2nd, 2015| Assorted Workouts, Cardio
While on your journey to significant weight loss or strength gains, you may find your motivation flagging on occasion. The loss of oomph is a perfectly natural reaction to sustained personal improvement programs. Thankfully, you can invite your significant other along for the ride to strengthen your bond while
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5 Places to Buy Inexpensive Workout Gear

by Jessica B. January 29th, 2015| Accessories, Exercise Equipment
Don’t let the cost of workout gear put you off starting some new healthy habits in 2015. Workout gear does not have to be expensive. With a bit of skill, you can find everything you need both online or in brick and mortar shops. Here are my favorite places
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DIY Hydrating Health Elixirs

by Suzanne Foglio January 28th, 2015| Fitness Expert, Holistic





The general rule of thumb is to drink half your body-weight in ounces of water each day. Someone that weighs 160 pounds would want to consume approximately 80 ounces of water daily and even more during intense workouts and hot

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Diet Strategy: Commit To A Plan For 100 Days

by Marnie Bii January 27th, 2015| Diet Strategy, Healthy Eating
If your resolution for the new year included a diet overhaul, you might be yearning for quick results. Unfortunately, it takes a while for your body to adjust to nutritional fuel changes. The adjustment period could extend throughout the entire month, leaving you immediately frustrated with your new way
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Mind Over Habit

by Gary Hays January 23rd, 2015| Body & Image, Mind & Body
According to the law of averages it takes 21 days to break a bad habit. Each day someone suppresses flicking their Bic on a fresh new cigarette, or biting chunks out of what’s left of their fingernails, they are 5% closer to achieving their goal of setting themselves free.

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4 Components of the Ultimate Biking Outfit

by Marnie Bii January 22nd, 2015| Accessories, Exercise Wear
After taking up biking, you may challenge yourself by continually extending your ride distance or difficulty. During these challenges, you might notice your riding gear is just not holding up to expectations anymore. You may come home with aching glutes and pecs, chafed thighs and rashes or blisters on
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3 Steps to Winter Health

by Tom Seman MD FAAP January 21st, 2015| Children's, Fitness Expert
The holidays are over and the year is new. The kids are back in school and routine has been brought to order.

At this time of year, everyone makes resolutions to improve themselves and others. Our resolution and those of our children should be to stay healthy. But let's first

All health and fitness information is provided for educational purposes. Please consult with your physician before beginning any exercise regimen.