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    Burn calories, not electricity

    By: proctor - June 19, 2008

    New Yorkers are going to be reading signs in many buildings now that encourage them to take the stairs and burn calories instead of electricity. The city will provide the signs free of charge to any building who will post it. The message is clean (and...

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    Can naps replace regular sleep?

    By: proctor - June 2, 2008

    Can 6 taps take the place of 8 hours of uninterrupted sleep without ill effects? I noticed this article after wondering the exact same thing myself last week when I was not getting more than 4 hours of sleep at night and was craving naps. The findings are...

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    Check your blood pressure at home

    By: proctor - May 23, 2008

    There are 65 million Americans with high blood pressure. Whether it runs in your family or you have diabetes, heart disease, or are pregnant, you probably have at least one reason to keep track of it. Dr. Oz, well known for his appearances on the Oprah...

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    Double amputee runner makes history

    By: proctor - May 16, 2008



    In the news today, Oscar Pistorius makes history. As a double amputee, he is now allowed to compete against able-bodied athletes. Pistorius had appealed to CAS, world sport's highest tribunal, to overturn a January 14 ruling by the IAAF that banned him...

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    Kick the Caffeine

    By: jEnergy - May 14, 2008

    Each morning, I wake up, stretch for a minute, chug a glass of water, then hold my coffee mug with a death grip. All the coffee in Columbia won't make me a morning person. I've grown to love its rich flavor and satisfying aroma.

    If a cup of coffee or...

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    Vitamin D...Do you need it?

    By: proctor - May 11, 2008

    We absorb Vitamin D from sun, food, and supplements. It is critical for the health of our bones and teeth. Its benefits are numerous, especially for women. Read below to learn why you must make sure you are receiving the Recommended Daily Allowance, and...

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    Commitment to a Successful Fitness Training Program

    By: TimHaynes - May 7, 2008



    The undertaking of any fitness training program requires that individuals not only have a realistic view of their own personal fitness goals, but that they also consider the variables they may be faced with in accomplishing their objective for better...

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    Ready, Set, Breathe

    By: proctor - May 1, 2008

    We all will live healthier, happier lives if we have less stress involved, so take control of your stress level and read this article to learn how to add a few minutes of relaxation in your life. Then enjoy taking a deep breathe (or more) and relaxing...

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    Common Misconceptions about Weight Loss and Dieting

    By: ZarioManning - April 21, 2008

    When starting any weight loss and dieting regimen, people make assumptions based on common fitness myths, believing incorrectly that any plan will work for them. The reason that so many diets fail is that people refuse to understand that they are settling...

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    Key Nutrients for Expectant Moms

    By: proctor - April 20, 2008

    A great article to check out if you are pregnant and want to know what nutrients to include in your diet is published below. It was written by Michelle Moss from PregnancyWithoutPounds.com Enjoy the read!

    2 Critical Nutrients You MUST include in Your...

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