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Sometimes It’s Okay to Have a Cheat Day

Sometimes It’s Okay to Have a Cheat Day

by Jamie on Feb 12, 2018 0

The holidays really screwed up my fitness plan. It’s now the middle February and I still haven’t fully recovered. My New Year’s Resolution of running three or more times a week sounded so good in theory, but it’s so hard to do in reality. Spring is (slowly) on its way and I still feel weighed […]

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Tips For Eating Healthy At Sporting Events

Tips For Eating Healthy At Sporting Events

by Grace on Jan 24, 2018 0

For lots of people there’s nothing quite like going to an arena or stadium and rooting on your favorite team in person. The sights, smells, and especially the sounds of live sporting events really elevate the experience above and beyond simply watching it on TV. But what to do about the tastes? When most people […]

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Running Injuries Are No Joke

Running Injuries Are No Joke

by Grace on Dec 10, 2017 0

Whether you’re young or — let’s just say more wise — running injuries shouldn’t be taken lightly. By no means do you need to be overly cautious in every step you take, but it is important to keep potential injuries in mind. The last thing you want is to be kept on the sidelines while […]

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To Run, But Where to Run

To Run, But Where to Run

by Grace on Sep 19, 2017 0

  Most days, I just stick to my typical route — I know it well and can run it without thinking. It’s perfect for a routine. Some days, however, it’s nice to get a change of scenery. For me, this typically means a weekend run when I have extra time to really appreciate my surroundings. […]

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Gym laundry, the worst laundry

Gym laundry, the worst laundry

by Grace on Sep 07, 2017 0

There’s nothing quite like a good workout and working up a good sweat. Getting home after working hard and taking a nice, hot shower is one of the best feelings in the world. Unfortunately, even after you are clean, your clothes are not. And no one likes to have dirty, smelly gym clothes lying around. […]

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Best Post-Workout Furniture

Best Post-Workout Furniture

by Dan Hinckley on Jul 18, 2017 1

You’ve hit the gym, you’re feelin’ good, and now it’s time to go home and take a load off. I don’t know about you, but when I workout I sweat, a lot. When I come home after the gym, I need furniture that I’m not going to stick to or stink up with the natural […]

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Turning an Addiction into a Healthy Obsession

Turning an Addiction into a Healthy Obsession

by Emily Gindle on Jul 13, 2017 0

Drug addiction is a topic that has unfortunately been glamorized in the media. Celebrities flaunt their drug and alcohol charges like it’s a new fad, never revealing the inevitable negative side effects. In reality, there are numerous consequences and health effects that can impact you for the rest of your life. Drugs have an array […]

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Healthy Living: Calling all Women

Healthy Living: Calling all Women

by Grace on Jun 20, 2017 1

It can be difficult to figure out the steps that you should be taking to stay healthy. As a woman, I know firsthand that we are constantly having different advice, exercises and diets thrown at us. Women also have to take different steps to stay healthy, as women’s health issues often differ from men’s. Interestingly […]

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3 Reasons Why Beach Running is the Best

3 Reasons Why Beach Running is the Best

by Kody Carling on Jun 08, 2017 3

Summer is coming, and we all know what that means. Summer is the absolute perfect time to transition from running indoors on a treadmill to running outside. However, not all types of outdoor running are created equal. Beach running is the ultimate calorie blasting workout. Here are the top three reasons why beach running is […]

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Eco-friendly ways to solve your pest problems at home

Eco-friendly ways to solve your pest problems at home

by Paula IJzerman on Jun 01, 2017 0

As summer arrives, so do the critters, bugs, and pests. No one likes to share their home with insects, but it can often be difficult to find an eco-friendly solution. According to the Environmental Protection Agency, an estimated 45-million pounds of pesticides are used annually in homes and gardens in the United States, with sales […]

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