November 2009
Obesity Blamed for Cancers
November 30, 2009 by Erin
Obesity is a punching bag, and it takes the blame for a lot of health problems. Now the American Institute for Cancer Research is pointing its fingers at obesity for causing some cancers. According to a recent study, more than 100,000… Continue reading...
It’s All Relative
November 30, 2009 by Jenn
First-time marathon training changes a lot in a girl. The ol’ body starts responding in new ways (I’m happy to report that even though I’m not weighing myself any longer, I have noticed dramatic changes in how fit my… Continue reading...
Did You Stuff Yourself?
November 28, 2009 by Jenn
Every year I vow to not stuff myself at Thanksgiving. Because really, being stuffed makes Thanksgiving pretty darn miserable—all you want to do is park it on the couch and watch a football game that you barely have an interest in (or… Continue reading...
FitLinks: Week of Nov. 23, 2009
November 27, 2009 by Jenn
Whether you’re spending Black Friday hitting the sales, shopping online or just relaxing with the fam, be sure to take a few minutes out of the day for yourself and check out these must-read links! An awesome slideshow of eight trendy… Continue reading...
Turkey Day Rituals
November 26, 2009 by Jenn
Last year for Thanksgiving, we reviewed a KILLER workout DVD that promised a huge calorie burn, which was, you know, totally appropriate for a day that is centered around food and watching football. Earlier this week, Erin gave some great… Continue reading...
Kid Finds that Energy Drinks Don’t Work
November 25, 2009 by Jenn
Have you ever chugged a can of Red Bull or Monster to help pep yourself for a workout? I haven’t, but I’d be lying if I said I’d never been tempted. Turns out the temptation may not be worth it. Although the positive… Continue reading...
Posh: Nike Gear
November 25, 2009 by Administrator
So you know how a few weeks ago we promised a proper Nike gear round-up review? Well, my lovelies, that day has come. Today we’re reviewing a Nike gym bag, pair of running shoes and a sports bra. Nike gave us all the gear to try,… Continue reading...
Looking Fly on the Olympics Medal Stand
November 24, 2009 by Jenn
I could not be more excited for the Winter Olympics. It’s two full weeks of ALWAYS having something fascinating to watch on TV. Speed skiing? Sure! Bobsledding? Of course! Curling? What the heck! (I love watching bad reality TV… Continue reading...
Turkey Time
November 24, 2009 by Erin
I commend people who can exercise portion control on Thanksgiving Day. You know, those will-power-of-steel types who don’t get tempted to go back for that second helping of stuffing or that extra piece of pumpkin pie. I admit that I… Continue reading...
Walk at Work
November 23, 2009 by Jenn
We can all use more activity in our days, especially those of us (ahem: me) who have desk jobs and are parked in front of the computer screen day after day. Even though I’m training to run a marathon, I still feel sluggish sometimes… Continue reading...
