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By Jamie JeffersonNov 17, 20091 topic

Exercise Outdoors: 5 Reasons to Take Your Workout Outside

Your exercise time each day might be an ideal time for you to get out in the sunshine, get some vitamin D and reconnect with the natural world. Here are five compelling reasons to make you think about taking your exercise outdoors. 1. Fresh air is ridiculously invigorating. These days, most of us get to choose to stay inside. We don't have to work in the hot sun or walk through snowy, windy storms to get to town. And that means we can go an awfully long time without ever goin

Primary topic: Fitness and Exercise

Fitness and Exercise

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By Jamie JeffersonMar 24, 20101 topic

Dating Over 50: 5 Tips for Finding Love

Re-entering the dating scene at the age of 50 or older can be downright intimidating. But when you approach it with the right mindset, it can also be an exhilarating and exciting experience. It all depends on your attitude. Look at this time in your life as a new opportunity for change and growth. With these five dating tips, you can find love. Keep yourself active The biggest disservice you can do to yourself when you are dating over 50 is to sit around and wait for the perf

Primary topic: Dating

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By Jamie JeffersonAug 30, 20081 topic

Negative Heel Shoes: Why You Might Want A Pair

Everything old is new again. That old adage certainly applies when it comes to negative heel shoes. This popular trend from the 1970s is back and more popular than ever. After years of suffering wearing high heels or other elevated shoes, many people are experiencing the relaxation and rejuvenation that can be experienced when wearing negative heel shoes.nnThe philosophy behind negative heel shoe design is simple: instead of forcing the body into an unnatural state, why not a

Primary topic: Back and Neck Pain

Back and Neck Pain

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By Jamie JeffersonMay 29, 20091 topic

Deep Breathing and Visualization: Harnessing the Power

The real power of relaxation breathing comes when you combine deep breathing exercises with visualization exercises. As you take deep belly breaths, imagine yourself doing the things you want to do, effortlessly. Imagine yourself being the person you want to be. nnStudying Ancient disciplines such as Qi Gong can further help you use your breathing to induce a state of peaceful relaxation. Here are five techniques for combining breathing and visualization. nn One: Connected Br

Primary topic: Breathing and Breathwork

Breathing and Breathwork

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By Jamie JeffersonFeb 1, 20101 topic

At-Home Spa Treatments: 6 Easy, Inexpensive Beauty Recipes

With a few simple supplies and a free afternoon, you can treat yourself to something special. Here are six at-home spa treatment recipes you can make yourself. Rose Water: Rose water is a well-known toner and astringent. It costs a lot when you buy it by the bottle, but you can easily make it yourself. Firmly pack rose petals into a cup and place it in a bowl. Pour two cups of boiling water over the top and cover. Steep the roses until the liquid is cool and then strain out t

Primary topic: Retreats, Spas and Vacations

Retreats, Spas and Vacations

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By Jamie JeffersonSep 25, 20091 topic

Practicing Contentment: A Simple How-To for a Happier Day

"When you are discontent, you always want more, more, more. Your desire can never be satisfied. But when you practice contentment, you can say to yourself, 'Oh yes, I already have everything that I really need.'" - The Dalai Lamarn rnI find it interesting that the Dalai Lama uses the phrase "practicing contentment" in this quote. To "practice contentment" is different than simply "being content." It seems to me that to practice contentment is to engage in an ongoing and consc

Primary topic: Gratitude

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By Jamie JeffersonOct 25, 20101 topic

Go on a Negativity Diet: How to Unleash the Power of Positive Thinking

It's no wonder that bad things happen in threes (or fours or fives). It's no wonder that certain slumps go on and on. It's easy to allow negativity to swallow us up. When we focus on bad things, that's what we see. But it goes beyond that: When we focus on bad things, we get more of them. We stop being on the top of our game. We stop looking for the good, positive aspects of our lives and we stop trying our best to find new, innovative solutions to our problems. We feel downh

Primary topic: Attitude and Perspective

Attitude and Perspective

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By Jamie JeffersonSep 24, 20091 topic

How to Stay Positive in the Face of Adversity

rnJust when we feel like things are looking up, we turn on the news or check our email and we hear another bout of bad news. Between a suffering economy and killer viruses, it's easy to sink into negativity and self pity. But that's no way to live. And when you are feeling negative, you are in no position to find real solutions to your challenges. Here are essential tips for staying positive when the going get tough. 1. Take care of yourself. I know you just want to skim over

Primary topic: Positive Psychology

Positive Psychology

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By Jamie JeffersonJan 22, 20071 topic

25 Inexpensive and Romantic Ideas for Valentine's Day

You can be romantic this Valentine's Day without spending too much. All it takes is a little creativity and forethought. The key lies in personalizing your celebration and letting your loved one know how special you feel each ordinary day that you are together. nnHere are 25 ideas for celebrating your love this February 14th, and throughout the year. nn1. Make a memory jar. Take simple slips of paper and write a favorite memory on each one. Be specific, and try to record as m

Primary topic: Love

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By Jamie JeffersonApr 29, 20091 topic

What if Someone Reads My Journal? Tips for Keeping Your Diary Private

There is a profound vulnerability that comes with putting your deepest feelings in black and white. nnHere are some ways that people who keep personal journals and diaries have handled the issue of privacy. See if you can combine these ideas in a way that makes you feel comfortable keeping your own honest personal journal. nn1. Start each journal with a blank page or a page that indicates your desire for the journal to not be read. nn2. Use abbreviations or shorthand when you

Primary topic: Writing Tools

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By Jamie JeffersonJun 7, 20071 topic

Anti Aging Skin Care: Four Ways You Can Help Prevent Premature Aging

Each day, your skin is pummeled by agents that can cause aging: Everything from overexposure to sun and wind to dehydration and air pollution. nnYour skin may begin to appear dull and lifeless, and you may start seeing wrinkles around your mouth and eyes. nnBut you can fight against premature aging of your skin, with just a little know how and follow through. nnSunscreen nNo matter what your age, you can do a lot to protect your skin from premature aging simply by using a sun

Primary topic: Facial Exercise

Facial Exercise

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By Jamie JeffersonJan 3, 20071 topic

Breaking the Sugar Addiction

Added sugar is in everything these days, from ketchup to salsa to soup. Itâs everywhere, I suppose, because we have come to expect it to be. nnAnd itâs not just the white stuff we need to worry about. âRefined carbohydrates,â such as white bread and white flour products, produce the same reaction in our bodies. nnResearchers have linked sugar consumption to everything from cavities to wrinkly skin, as well as wide range of much more serious health problems. nnSome res

Primary topic: Nutrition

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By Jamie JeffersonJan 6, 20101 topic

Good Conversation Starters: Questions that Get Conversations Rolling

Making conversation, or "small talk", at a party, work function or other social event can sometimes be frustrating. There is a skill and an art to speaking with people in a casual or fun way. Avoid those awkward conversational lulls with these tips and sample conversation starters. Before we get into specific questions you can ask, there are a few general guidelines you need to keep in mind when you are making conversation. First, always try to keep things casual. Donât bri

Primary topic: Relationship Advice

Relationship Advice

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By Jamie JeffersonApr 23, 20101 topic

What's Wrong with Fad Diets?

If you can lose weight from a fad diet, why not embrace it? Lots of reasons, actually. Fad diets come up from time to time, each promising fast and significant weight loss results in a short amount of time. Often, these diets focus on results over health. And that's why you might want to read the fine print â and why you might want to stay away. The Internet and the classified ads in magazines and newspapers are often ripe with weight loss ads that promise huge losses in on

Primary topic: Dieting and Weight Loss

Dieting and Weight Loss

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By Jamie JeffersonFeb 5, 20101 topic

No Money this Valentine's? 10 Ideas for an Inexpensive (but Romantic) Valentine's Day

You don't have to break the bank to show your loved one that you care this Valentine's Day. Here are 10 creative and inexpensive gift ideas: 1. Make a card â or at least include one. The key to not overspending on gifts is to include the small touches that your loved one will appreciate. Write a note with heartfelt sentiments and couple it with your gift. 2. Put a twist on the plain old box of chocolate. Unwrap the box before you present it, and, beneath each chocolate, ins

Primary topic: Love

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By Jamie JeffersonMar 9, 20121 topic

Frugal Easter â 8 Low-Cost Ways to Celebrate

You don't have to pay a lot to fill your child's Easter basket. Here are 8 frugal family fun ideas to take your Easter celebration to a whole new level, on the cheap. 1. Skip the elaborate and expensive Easter baskets and opt for other inexpensive containers that can be repurposed after the holiday. Consider sand box buckets or toy dump trucks for boys and small decorative containers and jewelry boxes for girls. The dollar store (or the dollar aisle at Target) is a great plac

Primary topic: Personal Finance

Personal Finance

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By Jamie JeffersonOct 20, 20101 topic

Your Positive Attitude: The Choice to Lead a Happier Life

Attitude is everything. It's something parents and coaches say. But is it true? While it might not be quite everything (because a positive follow-up is pretty important, too), a positive attitude is a huge key to your success and happiness in this life. That's because positive experiences beget positive experiences. The more positive actions, feelings, and moods you can generate in yourself, the better you'll feel and the more positive the attitude will be that you display to

Primary topic: Attitude and Perspective

Attitude and Perspective

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By Jamie JeffersonJun 17, 20081 topic

Walking For Weight Loss: Secrets To A Successful Walking Workout Plan

Walking contains all of the necessary qualities that you need to lose weight and become healthier. It exercises the major muscles and gets your heart rate up, which can, in turn, boost your metabolism and help you lose weight.nnStarting a walking program is easy, no matter what your age or current level of fitness. Some consider walking to be the perfect exercise because it is low impact and you can increase your level of exercise as your strength grows. All you need to get s

Primary topic: Walking

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By Jamie JeffersonNov 10, 20081 topic

Gift Ideas for a New Dad

Becoming a father is an exciting event. Although much of the attention is on the new mother during this time, it's just as important to give some special attention to the father. You can make your new dad gift part of a baby shower gift for both parents, or you can give special attention to your favorite new father after the baby is born. nnBefore the baby is born, a new dad may be full of questions and concerns. You can calm his worries with a book. Dozens of books speak dir

Primary topic: Family

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By Jamie JeffersonDec 23, 20091 topic

Journaling Stress: How to Relieve Stress with your Daily Diary

Think of your diary or personal journal as a cheap but effective way to talk things out with someone whom you love: you! If you have ever kept a personal journal as a hobby, you may have to get used to using your journal in a slightly new way. Here's how to get started with journaling for stress relief: Unlike other forms of journaling, stress relief journaling is not so much about writing down an account of your day-to-day activities. It's a whole lot more fluid. It records,

Primary topic: Stress Management

Stress Management

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By Jamie JeffersonAug 27, 20081 topic

Keeping Your Brain Healthy While You Age: Five Tips to Help You Stay Sharp

Recent scientific discoveries have shown that the body is not the only thing that ages as we grow old. Your brain can also experience the effects of aging, especially if you don't take steps to keep it healthy. The following five suggestions will help you stay sharp. nn1. Eating for Brain Health. Your brain relies on the foods that you eat, as well as the rest that you get, in order to work properly. It's important to eat a well-balanced diet. Eating foods considered to be "b

Primary topic: Brain Enhancement

Brain Enhancement

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By Jamie JeffersonJun 30, 20111 topic

The Busy Person's Diet â 7 Ways to Lose Weight, Even When Life is Crazy

You'd think that the busier you are, the less time you have to eat. So why do many of us put on weight when we get busy? Sometimes we eat unconsciously. Our minds get so busy chewing on something that we don't seem to realize that our mouths are chewing, too. Sometimes we rely too much on convenience foods or fast foods instead of the slow, nutritious food that is so good for us. But life is busy â sometimes for months and years at a time. So what's a busy dieter to do? Her

Primary topic: Dieting and Weight Loss

Dieting and Weight Loss

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By Jamie JeffersonMay 23, 20081 topic

Getting Ready For Baby: My Formula For A Fantastic, Well-Organized Nursery

Babies come in small packages, but they sure do come with a lot of stuff! Every new parent realizes this fact as soon as they go to a store to register for their baby shower. nnIt can seem impossible to keep a nursery organized, but it's essential that you start out with a good plan. After the baby arrives, you won't have a whole lot of time to clean up and it's easy to get overwhelmed in a short amount of time.nnYou'll need to start by organizing your essentials that you'll

Primary topic: Pregnancy

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By Jamie JeffersonJul 2, 20121 topic

The Summer Diet â How to Lose Weight in the Summertime

Summer can be a difficult time to lose weight. Our schedules have changed, it's too hot to work out, and the kids are home, filling our cupboards with sugary snacks and drinks. But summer can also be the ideal time to thrive in your weight loss efforts. There's never a better time of year for fresh fruits and vegetables, and it's never too cold and icy to exercise! Here are 9 tips for keeping your weight loss efforts going during the summer months. 1. Just because your kids a

Primary topic: Fitness and Exercise

Fitness and Exercise

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By Jamie JeffersonJul 7, 20081 topic

How Do You Ask For A Credit Card Limit Increase?

Depending on the way you handle your credit card spending, many banks will automatically give you a higher credit card limit after a specified period of time. Some review their credit card holders' accounts on an annual or semi-annual basis and, based on the criteria they specify, may increase limits for certain customers.nnIf you don’t want to wait for an automatic increase, your credit score is good, and you always pay on time, you may be able to increase your limit s

Primary topic: Wealth - Creating Wealth and Building Wealth

Wealth - Creating Wealth and Building Wealth

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By Jamie JeffersonMar 25, 20091 topic

Got Spring Fever? Here are 11 Remedies

Are you feeling restless and cooped up after a long winter? Even if the weather isn't quite balmy yet, get out and enjoy the longer days and the intermittent sunshine. Here are 11 spring fever remedies: nn1. Go for a spring hike. We love to take a backpack filled with treats to eat and a thermos of lemonade or hot chocolate (depending on the temperature of the spring day we have chosen.) Have your kids take along their nature journals and, as you prepare the picnic lunch or s

Primary topic: Digestive Wellness

Digestive Wellness

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By Jamie JeffersonNov 9, 20091 topic

Healthy Kids' Snack Ideas: 6 Must-Pack Snacks for Moms on the Go

If you're a mom on the go, you know how tempting it can be to hit the drive-thru or the vending machine when your kids' tummies start to growl. But there are healthier and less expensive alternatives. To ward off last-minute munchies, keep a bag packed in your car or in your fridge with some of the following: 1. Healthy granola bars It is possible to find healthy, organic varieties of granola bars, but you'll have to look at the label carefully. Look for a brand with high fib

Primary topic: Parenting

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By Jamie JeffersonDec 30, 20101 topic

Your Marvelous Memory: 10 Easy Ways to Get Your Head in the Game and Improve your Memory

Do you ever feel like you're losing your mind? Do you ever walk into a room, and you can't remember why? Do you ever get to the store and you can't remember what you came in to buy? Do you ever wonder where you put your sunglasses, and then you find them on top of your head? Many of us have these experiences, especially when we are stressed and distracted. We can use these experiences as cues to sharpen our minds and our memory skills. Here are 10 of the best and easiest ways

Primary topic: Memory Training and Memory Improvement

Memory Training and Memory Improvement

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By Jamie JeffersonJul 23, 20091 topic

4 Tips for Dealing with Working Mom's Guilt

Working mom's guilt is the biggest downside to working away from the home. As a working mom, you get lots of benefits, from feeling a sense of contribution, to retaining your identity, to supporting your family. But a feeling of guilt is inevitable, especially if your kids are very young. Here are some tips for helping you work through the rough patches: 1. Do whatever it takes to feel confident that you are making the choice that's right for you. rnIn recent years, there has

Primary topic: Parenting

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By Jamie JeffersonMar 17, 20111 topic

Get Moving Today - Essential Tips and Quotes for Exercise Motivation

Exercise isn't just important for a healthy mind and body. It's essential. We all know this. We all know that a daily dose of exercise and fresh air helps us to manage stress and to maintain a healthy weight. Experts say it helps us sleep better, keeps our hearts and lungs healthier and can even help us live longer. Yet it can be ridiculously hard, some days, to put on our workout shoes and just go. Here are a few exercise motivation tips that work for me and my most active a

Primary topic: Fitness and Exercise

Fitness and Exercise

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By Jamie JeffersonAug 8, 20081 topic

How to Give Great Gifts: 8 Easy Tips for Birthdays and Holidays

If you look upon gift-giving occasions with dread, you need a primer in how to be a good gift giver. Here are eight simple tips for choosing the right gift each and every time. nn1. Keep a running list of gift ideas for the most important people in your life. nThe most important piece of advice is this: Dedicate a page in your daily calendar or journal for jotting down ideas throughout the year. When your family and friends mention that something would be nice to have, write

Primary topic: Friendship & Loneliness

Friendship & Loneliness

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By Jamie JeffersonJul 17, 20091 topic

Mindful Eating: Four Must-Know Tips for Eating More Mindfully

Throw out your old notions of what you can and cannot eat. Through a process called mindful eating, you can eat what you love, enjoy it completely, and simply eat less of it because you slow down and pay attention while you are eating. Eating mindfully is eating with awareness. So many of us mindlessly eat in front of the television, while driving or while surfing on the Internet, and by doing so, we end up eating way more than we intended to eat. If you're eating while you a

Primary topic: Nutrition

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By Jamie JeffersonMar 21, 20111 topic

Slow and Steady Weight Loss â Baby Steps to Help you Reach Your Diet and Fitness Goals

It's tempting to start a new diet and fitness regimen with a bang. But, too often, the more dramatic and sweeping the start, the sooner we fall off the weight loss wagon. Maybe we eat too few calories during the day and then can't stop the binge by dinnertime. Or our overzealous workouts result in an injury and we're couch-bound for a while. This time, try a more gradual approach. Adopt small lifestyle changes that you can live with, and see if it helps you to keep it up over

Primary topic: Dieting and Weight Loss

Dieting and Weight Loss

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By Jamie JeffersonMay 28, 20091 topic

Relaxation Breathing: How to Harness the Power and Peace of Your Breath

Controlling your breathing has dynamic effects on your ability to calm yourself down in any situation. nnWhen you can learn how to harness the power of your breathe to both release the tension in your body as well as to restore balance to your mind, you will have a powerful relaxation technique that you can take anywhere, from the bus depot to the board room. nnHere's what you need to know as you begin breathing for relaxation.nn The Basics of Relaxation Breathing: Belly Brea

Primary topic: Breathing and Breathwork

Breathing and Breathwork

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By Jamie JeffersonOct 9, 20091 topic

Green Fundraising Ideas: Raise Money the Ecofriendly Way

If you are starting a fundraiser for your local school, church or youth activity center, you should know that, by going green, you can make a lot of money. Why continue to sell the same old disposable and ecologically dangerous items that schools have been selling for years? People are so interested in going green these days that it can really boost your sales to offer something green in your fundraising efforts. There are so many ecofriendly fundraising options out there, yo

Primary topic: Environmental and Green Living

Environmental and Green Living

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By Jamie JeffersonMay 18, 20081 topic

25 Fun, Cheap, And Easy Things To Do With Your Kids this Summer

Summer is a great time to finally squeeze in all of those activities that you don't have a chance to do during the school year. Here are 25 fun, cheap, and easy ideas for keeping your kids busy until the school bell rings again in the fall. nn1. Map out all of the different parks in your county and hit each one (on a different day) with a picnic lunch. nn2. Teach the kids some jump rope rhymes from your own childhood. nn3. Find a new trail to hike. nn4. Plan a scavenger hunt.

Primary topic: Parenting

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By Jamie JeffersonNov 18, 20081 topic

4 Diet and Exercise Tips for the Holidays

Don't let your diet derail during the holidays. Sure, you'll be surrounded by high-fat, high-calorie treats. But you can successfully navigate this season of indulgence with the help of these tips: nn 1. Adopt the right attitude. nOne of the reasons so many people gain weight during this season is because they allow themselves to let go of their regular eating patterns. They figure that they will be gaining weight anyway so why not indulge in their holiday favorites? Don&#821

Primary topic: Dieting and Weight Loss

Dieting and Weight Loss

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By Jamie JeffersonJun 12, 20071 topic

The Spa Experience At Home: Create Your Own Spa at Home in Six Easy Steps

A bit of pampering every once in a while will help you feel more balanced in your life and ready to nurture those around you. And creating your own mini home spa is simple and affordable. Once you set it up, it will be a cinch to recreate as often as you like. nnWhether it is a daily, weekly, or monthly indulgence, here are six steps to creating your own luxurious at home spa: nn1. The first thing you will need to do is clear out the toys or any other tub clutter. If there ar

Primary topic: Beauty

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By Jamie JeffersonJul 3, 20081 topic

Design Your Own Engagement Ring

Do you have an upcoming wedding or are you planning for an engagement? This is a time that calls for a very special ring and more and more people are now designing their own engagement rings. This adds an extra special touch to an already very important ring. nnSeveral online jewelry stores now allow you to design your own engagement ring. Choose your online jeweler carefully, and you'll be able to design your perfect ring based on a variety of factors, such as budget, type o

Primary topic: Dating

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By Jamie JeffersonFeb 9, 20091 topic

Treadmill Workouts: Maximize Calorie Burn

Running is a great way to burn calories and increase cardiovascular fitness. But when bad weather hits and you take a day off, it can lead to two and three and four days off, and before you know it, you can easily slip out of your running routine. nnThat's why many runners turn to the treadmill, either a quality in-home machine or a machine at the gym.nnTreadmills are nice because you can run anytime, day or night, regardless of the weather. And it can actually be safer than

Primary topic: Fitness and Exercise

Fitness and Exercise

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By Jamie JeffersonDec 15, 20091 topic

Cut Your Cocktail Calories: 5 Tips for Reducing the Calories in Alcoholic Drinks

If you're not careful, cocktails and other alcoholic beverages can add up to a huge amount of calories. If you're trying to lose weight (or maintain your current weight), keep the following five tips in mind. 1. The first rule to remember for low calorie drinking applies to drinking in general: Limit your alcoholic beverages. The maximum recommended amount is two per day. If you go above this, you're adding extra calories to your day as well as perhaps dealing with the proble

Primary topic: Dieting and Weight Loss

Dieting and Weight Loss

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By Jamie JeffersonDec 9, 20091 topic

Preventing Holiday Weight Gain: 10 Quick Tips

The holiday season is prime time for weight gain. Between Halloween candy, Thanksgiving feasts and all the food associated with Christmas and Hanukkah, it's no wonder that dieters dread this time of year. Keep these tips in mind while celebrating to help you avoid holiday weight gain. 1. When you attend a holiday party or encounter rich holiday food around the office, make yourself a deal. Allow yourself a small amount of the item. A good rule of thumb: take the amount you'd

Primary topic: Dieting and Weight Loss

Dieting and Weight Loss

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By Jamie JeffersonApr 6, 20091 topic

Your Easy Guide to Portion Size: Lose Weight by Eating Proper Portions

You may know the calorie count (per portion) of every food in your cupboard, but if you don't know the correct portion size, you may still be consuming way more calories than you think. nnHere are some visual cues and helpful tips to help you dish up the proper portion sizes for you and your family. nn Visual Cues nnMeat: One portion is 3 to 4 ounces, which is roughly the size of a deck of playing cards or the palm of your hand. nnCheese: One portion is about the size as a pa

Primary topic: Dieting and Weight Loss

Dieting and Weight Loss

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By Jamie JeffersonSep 1, 20091 topic

7 Free Online Dating Tips

rnAre you ready to delve into the world of online dating? Here are seven free online dating tips. 1. Find the right online dating site. You'll want to do plenty of research on a prospective online dating service before you ever fill out any personal information. My advice? Stick to the large, established and reputable online dating services. Look for a detailed privacy policy as well as a service that allow you to chat with members without exposing your identifying details. 2

Primary topic: Dating

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By Jamie JeffersonJan 4, 20101 topic

What to Eat Before and After a Workout

To get the most out of your workout, you'll want to fuel your body for maximum energy and stamina. And after your workout, you'll want to focus on foods that won't bring your renewed energy down. Here's what you need to know: Water is essential to your workout routine, before, after and during your exercise. It's absolutely essential that you give your body the hydration it needs. Without drinking enough water, you could end up dehydrating in the middle of your workout. Your

Primary topic: Fitness and Exercise

Fitness and Exercise

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By Jamie JeffersonOct 29, 20081 topic

9 Cheap And Fun Date Ideas

If you can't afford the stereotypical date of dinner out at a fancy restaurant, don't worry. There are plenty of things that you and your loved one can do on a very limited budget. nnWhether you're taking out someone special, rekindling the romance with your spouse or planning a night out with another couple, use these ideas for inspiration.nn1. A picnic in the park. Few dates are as romantic as the simple picnic in the park. Pack a basket with some strawberries, homemade san

Primary topic: Dating

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By Jamie JeffersonFeb 3, 20101 topic

7 Tips Successful Dieters Know

Whether you want to lose a lot of weight, or you just want to slim down and tone up for bikini season, there are a few weight loss fundamentals that every diet should start with. Here's what successful dieters know: 1. Talk to your doctor. Every diet program starts with this recommendation, but it's really more than a disclaimer. It's good advice. Get a checkup and talk to your physician about the amount of weight you want to lose as well as about any weight loss tips that sh

Primary topic: Dieting and Weight Loss

Dieting and Weight Loss

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By Jamie JeffersonNov 5, 20081 topic

Work At Home Mom Tips: Entertaining Small Children When Working From Home

Working at home with children can be a challenge. But with a little planning and some creative ideas, you can get your work done while still raising happy, healthy kids. nnHere are some tips for keeping the kids entertained while you get some work done. nn1. Know your limits.nBefore you start trying to cram as much work in during your child's waking hours, be realistic about how much work you can get done. While it's reasonable that you'll be able to spend a few hours working

Primary topic: Home Business

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By Jamie JeffersonJan 8, 20101 topic

Breaking Free from Emotional Eating: Simple Strategies You Can Start Using Today

If you're trying to lose weight, there may be something that is holding you back. No matter how hard you try to plan and stick to a diet, emotional eating can sidetrack your best intentions. Turning to food for comfort when you are stressed, upset or tired can be a major problem. Until you deal with your emotional eating, you may never be able to lose weight. The good news is that, with a few simple techniques and some patience, you can break the cycle of emotional eating and

Primary topic: Dieting and Weight Loss

Dieting and Weight Loss

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By Jamie JeffersonApr 15, 20091 topic

Helping Kids Care for the Earth: Ideas for Earth Day and Beyond

Earth Day is April 22, and while it's important to get involved on this day, there are things we can do as families that will make a huge impact throughout the year. nnIt starts with helping our kids to celebrate the world in which we live, and it continues with helping them to love it so much that they want to do everything they can to help protect it. Here are six ideas to help your kids celebrate and care for our earth: nn1. Get out and enjoy it. Researchers are now saying

Primary topic: Environmental and Green Living

Environmental and Green Living

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