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5 Tips for Losing Weight the Healthy Way

There are a lot of contradictions in the fitness and health industries. Some people say eat less meat, some say eat more. Some people say fat is bad, some say it's good. I think part of the reason it's so confusing is because there's not one way of living healthy that works for everyone. However, there are some behaviors that everyone can benefit from, no matter your lifestyle. Here are five tips for losing weight they healthy way:


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Fit Friday for Jun. 14
This week we love healthy girl scout cookies, #AFitSummer, and more!
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by Amanda Ingle posted 4 days ago
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A Fit Summer: Sizzling Hot Summer Playlist

Are you on your way to a fit summer? Perfect, because there's nothing more refreshing than a pulse-pounding new playlist. And that's exactly what we have for you!


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A Fit Summer: 4-Week Fitness Challenge (Week 2)

Congratulations on completing Week 1 of summer bootcamp! How did you do? You might be a little (or a lot) sore, but worry not. Your body is very good at adapting to new stimuli, and as you start making healthier nutrition and fitness choices, you'll become a self-healing machine. So grab an ice pack, drink lots of water, pop an ibuprofen, and let’s get this week started!


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A Fit Summer: 4-Week Fitness Challenge

Summer's here and you know what that means... like a caterpillar emerging from its cozy cocoon, it's time to shed the hoodies and parkas and replace them with tank tops and swimsuits! Don't be one out of three Americans who are shy about their bods this year, so spread your beautiful wings and make it a fit summer!


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Your Guide to Picking the Perfect Personal Trainer

You’ve made the decision to hire a personal trainer. Good for you! It can be intimidating to ask someone to help you revamp your workouts, but think of it this way—you’re hiring a professional in order to keep yourself safe, accountable and pushing yourself enough without going overboard. Working with a personal trainer at least once is a great idea, no matter who you are or what level of fitness you consider yourself in. Here are a few things you should consider before hiring any personal trainer:


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Ask an Expert: How Can I Work Out With a Knee Injury?

One of my favorite sayings is, "if you point at a spot on a map there is more than one road to get there." That same thought process is applicable to your body. Sometimes, a detour is thrown your way and it's up to you to follow another path!


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The Anatomy of a Perfect Plank

Did you know that holding your body in a prone position just a few inches off the floor is both challenging and great for your physique? That’s right, planks are all the rage, replacing crunches as the go-to core exercise. Everyone's planking these days—elite athletes, my mom and dad, and even 71-year-olds breaking world records. We can thank our yoga and Pilates instructors for this one!


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How to Get Past a Bad Day of Eating

As we go through life, we're constantly categorizing (whether consciously or subconsciously) everything that crosses our path. He is this. She is that. These are different. That's the same. Yet, where does this lead us? No day is ever the same. And it’s this sense of variety that most of us thrive on and live for. So, why is that when it comes to analyzing our eating habits, we feel the need to categorize them as either “good” or “bad”? Let's dig into this a bit further.


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The Game of Thrones Epic Workout Challenge

Every Sunday night, I plop down on the couch for an hour straight to watch my favorite show, Game of Thrones. It's impossible to resist my love for dragons, action-packed battles, and the crazy power trips! But instead of sitting for an hour, I created a workout game that I do while the show is playing. It allows me to get in a good workout while watching.


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