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Sex Keeps You Healthy
June 16, 2010 – 4:36 am | 4 Comments
Sex Keeps You Healthy

Did you know that a good roll in the sheets can keep you healthy? It turns out that regular orgasms has a myriad of health benefits.

90 Day Challenge: Dealing with Food
June 9, 2010 – 10:57 am | No Comment
90 Day Challenge:  Dealing with Food

What Betsy found she’s struggling with this week is food. Always a source a frustration! Here’s a few quick tips to keep your food intake in check.

The Fittest Cities in America
May 26, 2010 – 10:44 pm | 5 Comments
The Fittest Cities in America

I love this report. It comes out annually and my hometown of Boston always ranks well. The American College of Sports Medicine ranks city on a scale of 1 to 100 for levels of health. They look at chronic disease, diet, smoking, etc. Where does your city rank?

Jillian Michaels Responds
May 21, 2010 – 8:41 am | 7 Comments

For the record, I want Jillian to be a high-level trainer because she does have the ability to literally inspire millions. I want her to be the “Dr. Oz” of trainers with all of the credentials in her industry that Dr. Oz has is in his industry. I trust what Dr. Oz says (and have even bought his books) because of his impeccable resume. I would love to have the same respect for Jillian.

Your Loved Ones Are Key to Your Weight Loss
May 20, 2010 – 4:53 am | No Comment
Your Loved Ones Are Key to Your Weight Loss

You can not lose weight in a vacuum. It can’t be done. You need a team of people to help you achieve your goals or you’ll never make it. Your nearest and dearest, be they housemates or family members are going to have to help you get there. Below are some tips to get them (and you) on board.

Just Lost My Last Shred of Respect for Jillian Michaels
May 19, 2010 – 4:30 am | 35 Comments
Just Lost My Last Shred of Respect for Jillian Michaels

I was sorting through the health and fitness categories and ran across Jillian Michael’s affiliate program. They are offering 70% to 90% commission on her products. What! That would explain why her face is plastered all over the web, the profits from any sale, even a measly sale are huge!

Cardio do’s and don’ts
May 17, 2010 – 4:27 am | 2 Comments
Cardio do’s and don’ts

Cardio exercise, the act of raising your heart rate up beyond it’s usual pace is the cornerstone to any fitness plan. But what, exactly, do you need to do for a healthy cardio routine? I get asked this question all the time and below are my answers … it’s a culmination of the research I’ve read over the years and just working with my clients every day.

A Workout Poll for Readers!
May 13, 2010 – 11:45 pm | 9 Comments

Let us know how much of a gym rat you really are? Vote here for how many times per week you actually workout. Go ahead, be honest … I dare you …