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December 23
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Sticking with your New Year’s resolutions can be challenging, especially without someone to hold you accountable. Luckily, stickK is here to help! View Full Article
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March 01
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The first quarter of the year is half over and so are most of our New Year’s resolutions. Now it’s time to focus on warm weather. View Full Article
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March 01
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I’ve recently learned about the act of “fake recycling” from a beloved friend; a friend who I thought was an earth friendly do-gooder and recycler. Little did I know until she confessed, she was only pretending to recycle View Full Article
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January 12
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The hard work of compiling the numbers and getting a sense of your spending can be a tedious process. Yet it is important to take the time to really dig and see where your money is going. View Full Article
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December 27
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The holiday season is upon us and we usually go to the holiday party with good intentions--to make healthy choices--but sometimes we fail. It can be difficult if the choices offered are not low calorie foods. Or if we arrive starving View Full Article
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December 27
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Here’s the scenario: Alicia was laid off from her job in a way that made her feel like a pariah. As she arrived at work one morning, her supervisor met her as she was just entering the building. On either side of him were security guards View Full Article
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November 17
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Research tells us that 70% of the people who use tobacco products would like to stop using. If you are in this majority View Full Article
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November 10
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We all want to be heard. We all have ideas that we want to share, stories to tell, and insights to explore. However, it can be hard to get those ideas, stories, and insights from our heads and onto paper or a screen View Full Article
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November 10
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I hear from a lot of parents that their recent graduate or college student is not motivated or that he is just lazy. Does it seem like your child just wants to watch TV and hang out with her friends? Maybe at your kid’s age, you not only had a job and your own house, but were married and had 3 children. So how do you get your “unmotivated graduate” off the couch and on the road to his life? View Full Article
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October 25
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Along with the colorful leaves, brisk weather, and longer hours of autumn come three months of holidays marking religious and nonreligious days of celebration and reflection. These occasions are marked by the opportunity for excessive consumerism View Full Article
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October 25
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Halloween is coming up, signaling the beginning of chocolate season (which will last through the following few months). How much chocolate do Americans consume? Nearly 12 pounds each, annually. Have you ever wondered where that chocolate comes from? View Full Article
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October 21
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Halloween can be a scary time for many reasons—ghosts and goblins, witches and vampires, or mummies and monsters to name a few. Scarier still are the effects of the holiday on our children and our planet. View Full Article
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October 21
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It can seem like an overwhelming goal due to the size of the debt, but paying off your home mortgage early is possible. Yes, you get a tax deduction for the mortgage interest on your tax return and yes, mortgage rates are at all-time historical lows. Yet those individuals I talk with who have their home mortgage paid off early enjoy less stress during retirement View Full Article
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October 14
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The best scenic overlooks are the ones that take time and energy to reach. The "overlook" exits on the interstate really don’t compare to what you get for going on a little hike of your own. View Full Article
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September 28
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If you are like most people you have probably long since given up on your New Year’s resolutions to lose weight and exercise more. Well you don’t have to abandon hope. Here are some strategies to help View Full Article
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September 28
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It is expected that Sumatran orangutans will be extinct in 10 years and the Bornean in 2012. The Sumatran tiger, Asian elephant, and Sumatran rhinoceros populations are also in imminent danger of extinction. The reason is the agribusiness of palm and palm kernel oil. View Full Article
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September 10
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With a fast-paced lifestyle, nutrition can quickly be downgraded to a low priority. Here are 10 simple ways to keep your eating healthy at school and/or work: View Full Article
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August 24
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Your fitness is not the gym you join or the site you follow. It’s not the shoes you wear, the weights you lift, or the nutrition book you read. Fitness is not your yoga mat. It’s not the Workout of the Day. An individual’s fitness is View Full Article
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August 24
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I was in a grocery store yesterday that packages almost all of its produce. By “package” I don’t mean that the broccoli stalks are rubber banded together, I mean that the broccoli stalks are completely wrapped in a thin plastic. The broccoli was organic, but that positive characteristic was overshadowed by the plastic wrapping View Full Article
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July 16
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3) Not Exercising Enough
To truly lose weight we have to create a calorie deficit. Therefore we have to focus on burning enough calories each day and week to drop weight. One pound of fat is equal to 3500 calories. So to lose one pound of fat a week you must burn 500 more calories than you consume each day. View Full Article
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July 16
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Recently I started a project to create a Career Road Map for employees from day 1 to retirement. I realized that there is one fundamental thing that needs to happen for a career to flourish – Action. View Full Article
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July 09
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“Just have some willpower and you will lose weight”
The person speaking those words does not understand the problems associated with emotional eating. Emotional eating is not about food View Full Article
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July 09
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Get comfortable with it. If you’re not failing, you’re not getting better. And if you’re not getting better, you’re getting worse. View Full Article
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July 09
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One of the biggest expenses of energy and money in a residence (or any building) is climate control - heating and cooling, sometimes consuming over half the building's energy. Yet one big mistake people make in trying to cut back is doing too much, too soon. View Full Article
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June 01
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You have worked really hard all year getting ready for the beach, the last thing you want to do is blow all your hard work by giving in to all the dietary challenges at the beach. View Full Article
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June 01
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With recent hype swirling in the media about “Going Green” people are beginning to wonder whether becoming environmental friendly is just another fad, like acid washed jeans or tube tops. In an effort to ensure that becoming eco-friendly doesn’t find it’s way to the last season’s clearance sale rack, I have listed a few easy ways to stickK to your new greener roots View Full Article
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June 01
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Whether you watch the Biggest Loser or not, it’s hard to ignore the comments people have regarding the show. When I listen to individuals voice their feelings, most of the time their concerns are for the contestants and how hard they are pushed and if their bodies can handle it View Full Article
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May 05
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How can you save money and lose weight at lunch? I know this sounds like a tag line for an infomercial, but it is true that bringing a brown bag to work or school will help you save money and calories and thus help you to lose weight. View Full Article
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May 05
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Change for the better might often sound simple, but it isn't always easy. Habitual change can take a lot longer than the simplicity of the necessary actions might imply. You know you can save money and have a smaller environmental footprint by turning the thermostat down five or even ten degrees, but an abrupt change might be too painful to maintain. View Full Article
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May 05
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It’s another long week at work and you still can’t seem to get caught up. The work follows you home and no matter what you try to do, the work consumes your mind. You like to work and enjoy your success, yet you can’t seem to stay focused on your family. View Full Article
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April 30
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With Mother’s Day just around the corner, the prime question in all of our minds is, what should we get our wonderful mothers on their special day? This Mother’s Day instead of the ordinary gift, why not try something a bit more adventurous, and of course environmentally friendly! View Full Article
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April 09
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Coping with the knowledge that mastery over a vast array of disciplines, skills, and challenges is beyond our capacity is not a discovery that many are comfortable with making. More encouraging is View Full Article
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April 09
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I think about my impact on the planet and climate change everyday. I think about it even more when I get on a plane spewing emissions directly into the atmosphere as I’m on my way to get a little peace and quiet. View Full Article
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April 09
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Do you ever wish you had the knowledge you have now when you were younger? You certainly could have saved yourself a lot of heartache and most likely a lot of money. Often I hear a parent amazed that when their teenage child leaves home that they have no idea how to handle their money and finances. View Full Article
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March 25
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How are you doing with your New Year's Resolutions? When a new year comes upon us many of us begin to think about what our goals and dreams are for the upcoming year. The truth is that it is the every day of our routines and experiences that allow us to realize our dreams and reach our goals. For instance, if we want to become fit, we need to View Full Article
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March 25
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Let's say you have your first ever sales meeting, and it's coming up in 15 minutes.
You look at your watch. 15 minutes till go time. You stretch back in your chair, rubbing your palms on your favorite pants, and you tell yourself: "I've got nothing to worry about. View Full Article
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March 25
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Recycle my paper
Buy recycled paper
Replace one type of food you eat regularly with an organic version View Full Article
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March 17
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To many people, it’s a “health” food. To others, it’s simply soda in disguise. The truth is, according to experts, even juice that is 100% fruit juice has the same obesity related health risks as Coke, Pepsi and other sodas. View Full Article
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March 17
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Is your tissue use destroying the environment? Did you know that many of the tissue products we buy are made from ancient forests and are produced using chlorine? Or that a forested area the size of a soccer field is lost every 2 seconds to produce these items? View Full Article
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March 17
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Informational interviewing is really just a fancy term for the dreaded “N” word – “networking.” Everyone hates the idea of networking, yet studies show that the majority of jobs are obtained this way. View Full Article
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March 10
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Obesity treatments have 2 objectives:
* To achieve a healthy weight
* To maintain a healthy weight View Full Article
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March 10
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What weighs virtually nothing, is less than a fraction of a millimeter in width, and is choking the planet? Two points if you answered plastic shopping bags. Extra points if you already use or are planning to start using reusable shopping bags in 2010! View Full Article
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March 10
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Facebook is in metamorphosis from a strictly social media site to one that employers are checking routinely for any information that might put you in a negative light. You may already have an account there, so make sure that you don't have any damaging information accessible to the general public. Take care that none of the following information shows up on your profile. View Full Article
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March 10
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This winter has seen a lot of snow for many areas of the country. A couple of weeks ago, there was snow on the ground in every state but Hawaii! With each forecast for additional inches of accumulation, the shelves of hardware and home improvement stores are emptied of snow supplies by people preparing to battle the snow on their own front steps, sidewalks and/or driveways. Snow shovels, salt and snow blowers can all help make these areas passable again – but what’s the greenest way to get rid of the white stuff? View Full Article
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February 24
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When was the last time you Googled your name? What comes up when you do? Try all variations of your name and see what happens. If you don't have a professional presence on Google, then you are at a distinct disadvantage in the job market. View Full Article
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February 24
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Congress has extended the tax credit for first time home buyers through the spring of 2010. If you are thinking about purchasing your first home, now might prove to be a great time to do so. View Full Article
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February 24
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If a person’s bodyweight is at least 20% higher than it should be, a person is generally considered to be obese. If your Body Mass Index (BMI) is between 25 and 29.9, you are considered overweight. View Full Article
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February 24
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Each day, every action counts. Starting with today, focus on the positive and list everything you did that had a beneficial impact on our environment, no matter how small or insignificant it may seem. View Full Article
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February 24
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Typically, I think of fitness as a way to achieve ability in different facets of life. I want to be strong so the loads life asks me to bear seem lighter. I want endurance so that I can enjoy activity longer without tiring. I want to be agile so I feel balanced and coordinated in any situation, be it going up stairs or climbing a wall. View Full Article
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February 11
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It’s that time of year again where the stores get filled with red balloons, heart decorations, lover’s cards, gifts, and flowers. February 14th is nationally recognized as “lover’s day,” a relationship day, and day for couples. Some singles despise the day, some couples enjoy the romance-focused day, other people feel overwhelmed, and other people avoid it at all cost. Either way, the focus tends to be solely on romantic relationships. Valentine’s Day isn’t simply a day for couples View Full Article
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February 09
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By now, you are probably getting flooded with 1099’s, W-2’s and “Important Tax Information.” The dreaded filing season is here and you’ll be forced to confront the inevitable—getting it all together. Here are some key points to help you manage the process and avoid costly mistakes: View Full Article
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February 09
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To have intimacy in a relationship, couples need to have the four T's: Time, Talk, Trust and Touch. But for many parents of small kids, finding the time to talk and touch intimately is difficult. Who will take the kids? It's a problem. View Full Article
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February 09
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Do you have a busy lifestyle? Do you travel a lot? No time to cook? Do you often pick up fast food at the last minute for a meal? Do you skip meals? Well here are some tips to help you eat healthy while traveling or running around town. View Full Article
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February 03
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Electronic gadgets are all around us, helping us out in innumerable ways. But over time, they stop working, become obsolete, or for whatever reason, we no longer want them. What happens to all those unwanted electronics? Unfortunately, a lot of them end up in the trash. View Full Article
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February 03
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If you haven’t noticed, portion sizes are getting larger every day. Portions of common foods like pasta, hamburgers, fries, coffee, sodas, and bagels have doubled in size from where they were twenty years ago. With this growth have come increases in waistlines and body weight. View Full Article
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January 27
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So maybe you already know where all the “print double-sided” options are for each of your applications (isn't it a pain it's in a different place in each one)? Perhaps you've searched the user manual to no avail to configure the office printer, but have committed to doing the manual duplex thing, or making sure your printouts go on one-side-used paper. Still, it's a hassle, and sometimes you end up with your co-worker's pages and then you feel like you've just double-printed. View Full Article
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January 27
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New Years is a time for friends, family, fun, fiestas and of course resolutions. Each year people brainstorm for weeks, maybe even months, over their new years resolutions and how they plan to actually maintain that resolution for longer than two weeks. View Full Article
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January 27
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By the time you get to the interview stage, you have hopefully rehearsed answers to the typical interview questions. Why are you interested in our company? Why did you major in Psychology? Where do you see yourself in five years? These are all obvious questions that you should prepare for before any interview.
However, it is the less common questions that tend to unnerve candidates and cause them to lose composure during an interview. View Full Article
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January 27
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As a personal trainer, it is my job to find ways to get people to adhere to their fitness program. Whether they are home or on the road, I try to show them creative ways to stay in shape. Circuit training is a great way to do this. It is both time efficient and fitness effective, combining cardiovascular and strength training into a workout session in less than one hour. The great thing about circuit training is that it can be done anywhere with or without equipment. View Full Article
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January 18
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Even if you were not one of the million hopefuls who recently cast their new year’s resolutions to the universe in the hope that these prayers, of sorts, would be answered, it’s not too late to ask yourself what you would like to come of 2010. View Full Article
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January 18
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Most New Year’s Resolutions are about losing weight, improving business, paying off bills and other lifestyle changes…but they are all individual goals. When was the last time you set a goal as a couple to make the relationship stronger and more secure? View Full Article
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January 12
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Here’s a “stickKy idea” for the New Year. Rather than making a variety of resolutions—you know like “I resolve to lose weight, quit smoking, and exercise more”—instead make a more global resolution that will have a ripple effect in your entire life. I’ll explain with a story. View Full Article
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January 12
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In a previous article, I wrote about how each of our individual “green” actions can have a positive effect on the overall condition of our environment. In November, the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences (PNAS) published a study that quantifies just how much of an impact individual actions can have. The authors examined 17 types of voluntary actions that households could choose to take to decrease their energy use and thus reduce their emissions. How much of a potential impact could reducing household emissions have? View Full Article
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January 05
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It’s the beginning of 2010, and many people make resolutions to start the new year. With the obesity epidemic raging in the United States, as well as weight gain from holiday eating, a very common resolution is to go on a diet and/or lose weight. The flaw in this resolution is View Full Article
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January 05
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Money, money, money…the never-ending resource of tension, headaches, and stress for many couples, especially during a recession. Money is no simple topic, and managing the funds can be far from fun. The unexpected bills, the continuous reminders of not having enough money, or the never-ending battle of debt can trigger stress and create distance in a couple’s bond. View Full Article
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January 01
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The holidays can prove to be an environmental disaster, yet the aftermath of the holidays can send the Earth into a downward spiral of distress. With all the stress that correlates with the holidays it is easy to View Full Article
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December 30
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It’s that time of year again--when we pause to reflect on our personal shortcomings—and vow this year to make real change.
You’ve made annual resolutions in the past--maybe you’ve even signed up for a new gym membership. But if you’re like most of us, by February 1st, that sincere promise to exercise has turned into nothing more than a monthly gym payment. View Full Article
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December 23
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When someone wants to eat healthier, he often tries to stop eating foods he knows are unhealthy. He tells himself he cannot have the things he wants at all. This often lasts for a short while before he gives in to what he likes and gives up on eating healthy. Does this sound like something you have experienced? View Full Article
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December 23
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As a personal trainer, fitness and nutrition coach, I have worked with hundreds of clients over the years. It seems almost every client I have worked with comes in with some form of misinformation or believes they "know" what they need to do to lose weight and keep it off. Unfortunately, many of these individuals View Full Article
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December 23
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Some self-improvement goals seem to lend themselves to black-or-white, all-or-nothing thinking. For example, if you’re interested in getting in shape, maybe you feel you ought to be ready to run a marathon within the next year. Similarly, if you’re interested in going green, sometimes it can feel like the only way you can really make a difference is to stop consuming any natural resources and producing waste—essentially, to go “off the grid.” But setting such ambitious goals can mean View Full Article
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December 21
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It’s holiday time and the New Year is just around the corner. I know it is said that the average weight gain between Thanksgiving and the New Year is approximately 8 pounds, but so is View Full Article
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December 15
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All around us the world seems to be descending into chaos. Global warming and increasing extinctions, largely ignored environmental laws, financial disasters, war, terrorism, and the rhetoric of fear, and on and on. What can we do? View Full Article
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December 15
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You’ve probably heard that money problems are one the most significant factors that can lead to divorce. Without a doubt, differences in money management styles between two partners can ruin a marriage. In fact, you don’t even need to be married to fall victim to the powerful influence money problems can have on a relationship. View Full Article
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December 15
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Endurance events last over one hour and after the first hour of training nutrition plays a vital role in sustaining energy levels. Here are the important guidelines for proper fueling before, during, and after training. View Full Article
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December 08
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What is sustainability? Does this word actually mean something or is it the same as the words “natural,” “eco-fresh,” and “green” on a carpet cleaner bottle? Who can be sustainable? Do I have to View Full Article
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December 07
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Relationships shouldn’t take a lot of work, but many couples fall into a bad habit of endless fighting. Marriage is not simply a title; it is a life long commitment to your partner. Don’t just live in a dull and monotonous day-to-day marriage….be ALIVE and View Full Article
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December 07
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Obesity rates in the U.S. are significantly on the rise. Based on the 2000 National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey information, 15% of children age six to nineteen are overweight and this number has tripled since the 1970’s. Health problems such as hypertension, high cholesterol, and diabetes which used to be only associated with View Full Article
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November 24
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The holiday season is fast approaching. It’s time to get creative and think about what you’re going to give everyone on your list. Why not give a gift that gives back to our environment? Green giving is a great way to View Full Article
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November 24
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When we talk about building functional strength while improving lean body mass, the conversation inevitably turns toward metabolic training, i.e. exercise circuits that successively tax the entire body. These types of exercises are THE way to train if you want to improve strength and stamina in a single workout. By simultaneously working lower body, upper body, and core musculature, an individual is required to pump and oxygenate so much more blood than he/she would be through more isolated exercise. This means massive calorie expenditure and burning fat. View Full Article
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November 24
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You want to start saving more money to build up your cash reserves. Or, you are determined to pay cash for your next car purchase. Whatever the reason may be, you have to know where your money is going before you can determine where to find that extra cash. View Full Article
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November 16
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Regardless of religion, unhealthy foods abound during these last two months of the year. Bowls and dishes in workplaces and homes are filled with fall-themed and then winter candies. Feasts are held View Full Article
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November 16
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Just like a race car needs gas, oil and water, our body needs fuel or, food, water and other nutrients to function at its optimum. I ask you, would you start your car in a race without fuel? View Full Article
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November 16
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By now, I hope you have a general understanding of the cardio and strength components and have been able to utilize this information to structure your own fitness program. We can now move on to one of the most important components, as well as the most neglected. View Full Article
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November 09
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Training your core has been at the heart of countless fitness programs lately, so chances are you’ve read or heard something on the subject. Therefore, I won’t pound you over the head with regurgitated arguments about spinal stability, length/tension relationships, or the importance of muscle connectivity in the pelvic floor. Suffice it to say, IT’S IMPORTANT. View Full Article
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November 09
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5. The Stress Interview
It’s just as it sounds: an interview designed to stress you out. The point? To see how you cope. The interviewer will try to intimidate you by asking View Full Article
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November 02
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The obesity epidemic has been in the news for years now. There are reality TV shows based on large amounts of weight loss. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), over one third of the adult population in the United States is obese – that’s over 72 million people! Most people are able to do well with weight loss if they can just View Full Article
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November 02
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In this article I offer tips on working through the resentments of working with an unemployed partner. View Full Article
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By now, physicians realize that it takes more than calcium supplements for their patients to combat osteoporosis. A good calcium/magnesium/vitamin D mix, along with prescription bone density drugs, may slow the loss of bone over time, but in order to re-grow bone tissue, it is clear that more needs to be done. View Full Article
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October 26
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3. The Behavioral Interview
As a Human Resources professional I have trained managers how to rate, score and give Behavioral Interviews. Most companies believe that the behavioral interview assumes that the most accurate indicator of future success is past performance in a similar situation. View Full Article
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October 26
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You may have seen a popular 2004 documentary called “Super-Size Me,” a commentary on how eating McDonald’s fast food causes weight gain and a host of other health problems. View Full Article
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October 26
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There has been much talk about health foods, organic foods, low-fat foods, raw foods, unprocessed foods, and chemically treated foods over this past decade. View Full Article
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October 21
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We are usually being told what foods not to eat; well here is a listing of some great foods to eat. These are some foods that have good nutritional qualities and are relatively low in calories. View Full Article
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October 20
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If you’re sure that you’re a chronic procrastinator (see Part 2 of this series, Are You Really a Procrastinator? to find out), the roots of your problem grow deep. The big “P” will hamper your life in many areas, not just your career. Because I’m a career counselor, however, I prefer to focus on how you can start to overcome procrastination in career decision-making View Full Article
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October 20
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A term you hear frequently, especially in today’s popular press, is an “emergency fund”. You know you need one, and maybe you already have one, but you may wonder what dollar amount you should park in your emergency fund. View Full Article
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October 20
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For smokers, particularly those who have smoked for many years, the urge for a cigarette can be incredibly powerful. Beyond the physical drive that underlies the urge – the body’s expectation and need for nicotine – lies something that can be even more powerful: the psychological drive. View Full Article
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October 15
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Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS) is a complex disorder experienced by women; it is characterized by numerous emotional and physical symptoms. Twenty years ago there was little evidence and research conducted on this topic, however, two decades later there seems to be more information available in terms of nutritional recommendations to follow which may alleviate some of the uncomfortable symptoms. View Full Article
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October 15
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Are you feeling overwhelmed at the grocery store reading food labels all the time and deciding what to buy food that is healthy? The best news about choosing fruits and vegetables is that you really can’t go wrong View Full Article
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October 15
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When the market is good, employers sometimes overlook cover letters in their hunt for top talent. But now, when employers are inundated with resumes from qualified applicants, your cover letter can be a valuable opportunity to distinguish yourself. View Full Article
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Dating can be an exciting, endorphin rush of a ride. Does she like me? Will he call me? Desire comes effortlessly with wanting what we don’t yet have and not knowing when the next encounter will be. Dating, though, is also fraught with insecurity. View Full Article
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October 08
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If I asked you to close your eyes and imagine what “fitness” looks like, chances are you’ll think of someone closer to Lance Armstrong or Marion Jones than Arnold Schwarzenegger. Maybe it’s Brad Pitt or Kelly Ripa; but it’s almost certainly not Ronnie Coleman. The point? View Full Article
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October 06
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The strength component of a well-balanced fitness program is probably the most familiar component. Strength training used to be popular among males exclusively, however, due to recent health benefits and concerns relating to osteoporosis, it has gained interest among women as well. View Full Article
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October 06
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Depending on the industry and employer, you may encounter one – or a combination – of the common interview types. View Full Article
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October 06
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Imagine this scenario. You have just spent the entire afternoon cleaning up the house. Your loved one comes home and sheds his or her dirty clothes on the floor on the way to the shower. Hours later, you notice the clothes still strewn about the room. To make matters worse, this is not the first time this has happened. View Full Article
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September 29
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In my private practice as a licensed clinical psychologist, I see the same tragedy on a daily basis. In a nutshell, too many couples are guilty of not having sex. In fact, many of these married men and women don’t even stop and think about the reality – that they’ve basically given it up altogether. These couples simply forgo sex and assign it a relic-status, as if it’s locked inside a moth-eaten attic. If this is you – and you no longer do it with your spouse – it’s time to start doing it again. View Full Article
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September 29
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It is time to find ways to be healthier to protect your heart. The American Heart Association recommends a dietary pattern that keeps intake of trans fats and saturated fats as low as possible (with less than 10 percent of daily calories coming from trans fats and saturated fats combined), as both of these are associated with an increased risk of heart disease. Don’t be confused trans fat is worse than saturated fat since it raises the bad cholesterol (LDL) and also lowers the good cholesterol (HDL) unlike saturated fat which only raises the bad cholesterol. As a result, the debate has been settled, margarine is worse for us than butter because most margarines are processed using a method which results in unhealthy trans fats. View Full Article
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September 29
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For many of us, an important goal in our lives is to get into a good relationship with a person we really care about. It is not always clear however, what makes a relationship “good.” There is a lot of information and misinformation floating around about relationships. Here are five common relationship myths and the realities behind them. View Full Article
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September 29
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A fad diet is any diet that becomes popular for a short period of time due to stories of success from a relatively small number of people. They are advertised as quick ways to lose weight. Most of these diets require a low intake of specific foods or nutrients for a certain period of time. Some of them have various stages to reintroduce the limited food or nutrient. Here are some examples of fad diets and why they don’t work: View Full Article
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September 29
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The USDA reports that food prices rose more over the last two years than they have in almost 20 years. Many people are looking for less expensive ways to feed their families. Sure, a fast-food hamburger or a box of prepared Mystery Helper is an inexpensive way to put calories into your family's stomach. But how much actual nutrition are you delivering? View Full Article
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September 21
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When it comes to building muscle strength it requires adequate total calorie intake based on the proper combination of calories from carbohydrates, protein, and fat. Energy bars and sports drinks may be used to supplement calorie intake when engaged in more rigorous strength building. View Full Article
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September 21
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No need to deprive yourself of your favorite foods!!!! Just pick alternatives that are better for helping you to achieve your weight loss goals. Those calories really add up! View Full Article
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September 21
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How many people do you know that have set a goal to improve their relationship? It probably isn’t as frequent as dieting, improving their body image, or growing in their career. Many couples overlook their relationship and forget about nurturing it. If your goal is to improve your relationship, then you are ahead of the gang. It is about that time to take away that emotional pain, get rid of the distance in the relationship; it will take work but it is well worth it. View Full Article
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September 21
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In the world of psychology and mental health, self-talk refers to the inner dialogue we have in our minds as we go through our daily lives. When something bad happens to you, for example, you probably have a thought that flies through your head. For some, you may think to yourself 'I was so stupid,' while others may blow it off and think 'It wasn't my fault - I tried as hard as I could.' Whatever it is that you say to yourself, it's what we call self-talk. View Full Article
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September 21
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First, a disclaimer: this is NOT an endorsement for fast food. Whenever possible, you should prepare and cook your own food, avoiding the processed, homogenized, and steroid-injected items that frequent the aisles of our supermarkets. This is, instead, a user’s guide for those busy days when the local drive-thru is your only viable option. View Full Article
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September 14
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Last week a study revealed that America is watching more television than ever, with many watching approximately 140 hours per month. I know, it seems almost hard to believe. Aren’t many of those viewers also working 40 hours per week? Perhaps in this economy, no, but still – how many hours are there in a week?! View Full Article
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September 14
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Shopping at the grocery store these days can be overwhelming with so many products on the market and so much information we are bombarded with on a daily basis. If your ultimate goal is to keep you and your family healthy, then here are some simple tips and strategies to help you obtain this goal. View Full Article
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September 14
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Some foods you think are “good” for you may not be all that they seem………..
Many people assume that if something has a healthy “buzzword” on the label, or if it’s sold in a health food store, that it’s automatically something good for weight loss. But, that’s not always the case. Unhealthy choices lurk among even the most seemingly “healthy” foods. Reading labels is important whenever you’re trying to make healthy and/or slimming food choices. But, if you’re only reading the front of the package, you can still get into trouble. Most manufacturers use the front label to tout a product’s most healthy attributes. Unfortunately, that doesn’t always mean the food is a good choice for weight loss. View Full Article
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September 14
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Relationships are full of ups and down, ins and outs. Some couples get caught on the “down” side and fall into the nasty hole of disconnection, loneliness, and dullness. In many ways, it can feel as if being stuck in a bottom of a ditch; nothing to grab onto to climb out, and the more work to dig your way out, the more dirt falls in. Many couples try to make repair attempts to climb their way out of the deep hole, but the more it barriers them with more issues to work through. Does any of this sound? View Full Article
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September 14
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It’s an exercise universally hated by athletes and clients; universally adored by coaches and trainers. For those of you who are unfamiliar, the burpee consists of a squat thrust, a pushup, and a vertical jump. When done in succession, it rapidly accelerates the heart rate, taps the chest, shoulders and core, and burns out the quad and gluteal muscles. It may be the most complete bodyweight exercise out there. If you don’t believe me, do 3 sets of 10 with 60 seconds rest, the way you might a standard round of bench press. Once you catch your breath, the burpee and I will accept your endorsement. (To enhance this circuit, add a set of 5 pullups and 20 situps after each set of burpees, then take the 60 second rest period) View Full Article
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September 08
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Are you? Of course you are, or why else would you be reading this? Maybe to confirm what you already suspect or maybe you’re looking for something that says you’re not a chronic procrastinator. Well, it’s time to find out! View Full Article
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September 08
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Everyone knows that showing up late to an interview is a surefire path to immediate rejection. But there is a difference between arriving flustered and rushed, versus arriving calm, cool and collected. While both candidates may technically be “on time,” the second candidate will always have the edge. Here is how to make sure that is you: View Full Article
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September 08
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You have set a financial goal. Where will the extra money come from to fund that goal? Though it may not be considered a bailout you can look to the U.S. Government to give you a helping hand with the Economic Stimulus 2009. Unlike last year a check will not be coming in the mail. For a majority of working families the refundable tax credit will show up in an increased paycheck through a reduction of income tax withholding. View Full Article
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September 08
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My first article addressed the components of a balanced fitness program. The next several articles will describe in detail each component starting with the cardiovascular component (cardio). Cardio is an activity which increases your heart rate and can be sustained for 30 minutes or more. It is important to understand that the heart is a muscle and cardiovascular exercise is the best way to keep your heart healthy. View Full Article
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September 08
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When it comes to weight loss, hunger can be the biggest obstacle to overcome and the difficulty in overcoming hunger can actually be increased when people start a fitness program to achieve their weight loss goal. The latest research from the American College Sports Medicine has found that an increase in exercise can lead to an increase in appetite. Then of course when hunger gets out of control this can lead to unnecessary food cravings and poor food choices and/or overeating. Let’s take a look at some ways to control appetite with particular foods and eating strategies. View Full Article
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September 01
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The challenge to quit smoking is one of the greatest challenges a smoker may face in his or her lifetime. Smokers would likely tell you that it's easier to train for a triathalon than to give up the habit. What makes quitting smoking so awful? In twelve step groups (which focus on addiction), there is a frequently shared saying: "Addiction is a cunning and baffling disease." If you haven't experienced addiction, you may not fully digest what this means. If you're reading this article, you probably get it pretty easily. View Full Article
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September 01
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You can’t consume 3,000 calories a day and expect to lose your belly, but calories aren’t the entire story. Certain foods seem to pack pounds on the midsection: Last year, experts from the Framingham Nutrition Studies reported that women who ate almost 400 fewer daily calories, but chose the least nutritious foods had more than double higher risk of abdominal obesity than those who ate that much more, but made better choices. It’s not just about “dieting.” Just incorporate these strategies into your life and watch ab flab pare down. View Full Article
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September 01
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Getting the urge to start an exercise program? Don’t know how to start? The following information will not only help you develop a fitness program that will give you positive results, but also keep you motivated and excited about exercise. View Full Article
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August 27
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Debt levels can be overwhelming. Where do you start? What do you pay off first? Sometimes this can cause a person to do nothing at all. View Full Article
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August 27
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A client of mine called me one Saturday to report on an amazing workout he had just finished. This workout, he told me, had completely exhausted his upper and lower body, taxed his core, and left him utterly out of breath. Knowing that this guy was pretty fit and that I had put him through a lot in the past, my curiosity was understandably piqued at this point. What exercises could he have been doing to get him so depleted? View Full Article
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August 17
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Summer temperatures are on the rise and so is the need for a frozen treat. If you are trying to make the healthiest choice it can be confusing with all the latest choices for ice cream: low-fat, light, non-fat, or frozen yogurt. The good news is that with all the new options for ice cream, it can be part of a healthy diet; it is just a matter of knowing what to look for on the label. View Full Article
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August 17
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Summer time and warm weather has us craving cool refreshing desserts. Ice cream, sherbet, frozen custard, gelato, popsicles, or sorbet are all treats we love to add to our menus, bowls or shopping carts as the temperature soars. Many people eat these treat year round as shown by these statistics. “A recent survey noted that each American consumes a yearly average of 24.5 quarts of commercially produced frozen dairy products (ice cream, sherbet, and ices)” View Full Article
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August 14
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Ask any happy couple about what keeps the relationship alive and you will most likely hear them say it thrives on healthy communication. Healthy and effective communication can create a shelter for couples where it is easy to open up, safe to be vulnerable, and a shelter to be understood. This is the foundation for a strong relationship built on connecting. Yet some couples have a difficult time in creating this dynamic. View Full Article
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August 14
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When deciding on a healthy weight you should consider the calories needed to maintain your goal weight. It is also important to understand how the process of weight loss works so your expectations are realistic. The rate of weight loss depends on a person’s calorie needs, and it is strictly a numbers game when it comes to weight loss. To understand how to achieve and maintain a healthy weight, you need to start with the calorie basics. View Full Article
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August 14
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To achieve healthy and balanced eating, the best place to start is the Food Pyramid. It is important to know the five basic food groups and healthy choices within each group. View Full Article
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August 14
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By now, most professionals and job seekers know not to post incriminating pictures on the web for employers to view. But what about using the Internet proactively in your job search? View Full Article
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August 14
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“I can't think about that right now. If I do, I'll go crazy. I'll think about that tomorrow.” - Scarlett O’Hara, “Gone With the Wind” Procrastination, Part I:
What are its origins and what is its formal definition? View Full Article
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August 14
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As the temperature rises in summer we know we need to drink more water to stay hydrated. But we need to drink water all year long as well. I am going to discuss why. View Full Article
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August 14
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People are always talking about eating a “balanced” meal, but what exactly does that mean? Nutritionally, it means getting enough of the nutrients your body needs – carbohydrates, proteins, fats, vitamins, minerals, fluids – without too many calories or unhealthy added sugars, salt, or fats. What is the best way to balance a meal? View Full Article
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August 14
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There's an old saying that goes "Eat breakfast like a king, lunch like a prince and dinner like a pauper," but most of us do the opposite. This is exactly the wrong way to eat if we're trying to lose weight. It also works against us if we're trying to keep our energy up during the day and our mental performance level high. Remember, you've just gone eight hours without food, your body is craving nourishment, and your brain needs glucose to function at its best. Skipping breakfast is one of the worst possible things you can do. View Full Article
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August 14
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So you've set some goals for yourself, and you've committed to start taking better care of yourself. Maybe you want to lose twenty pounds, or try the half-marathon this year. Or perhaps you received a disturbing medical report from your doctor's office. In any case, you realize that regular exercise and better nutrition have to become a part of your weekly routine. View Full Article
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August 14
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Research has shown that being in a close and healthy intimate relationship is good for our health. But what exactly constitutes a close and healthy relationship? Well, while there are no absolute rules about how to have the perfect relationship, it helps to keep in mind what I call The Four T’s: Time, Talk, Trust, and Touch. In this article, we’ll look at the importance of the first one: Time. View Full Article
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August 14
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Key Words are powerful tools in today’s automated resume tracking systems and computer systems use them to sort and rank your resume. The more key words you have listed on your resume the higher your resume will float up a heavily populated resume pool. View Full Article
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August 14
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Consumers need to have a game plane when shopping for groceries at the supermarket. In this economy it is even more important to have strategies that stay within your budget and keep your waist line from expanding. View Full Article
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