Worth Its Weight? The Debate About Birth Control and Weight Gain
If you use a hormonal method of birth control, you may gain weight. Then again, you may not. Your doctor can't tell you. In fact, you could be the best expert on this weighty matter.
Turn of Phrase
“Lighten up" is one of those funky little phrase that can mean many different things.
Lightening Your Load
Left to my own devices, I’m a person who takes things on. Challenges, projects, ideas, stuff - I love experiencing and discovering all kinds of things.
How to Merge Passion and Fitness for Lifelong Well-Being
Are you using your body for real — or going through the motions of working out with no practical purpose? Maybe it's time you integrated your fitness pursuits with what you love and who you are.
How Much Protein Do You Really Need?
Americans are consuming protein more than ever. But how much do you really need? Maybe not as much as you think.
How to Overcome 3 Common Fitness Obstacles to Keep Your Momentum Going
Has something derailed your fitness plan? Here's how to get back on track.
Rock – and Roll
Spring is the season of new projects and brave commitments. It's a time when many people decide they are ready to take on big changes. Just having a couple more hours of daylight can be enough to flood our bodies with the desire to tackle new challenges and convince us to set a new plan in motion.
7 Signs That You’re Lifting Weights Too Fast
Holding your breath, noises from the resistance machine, and loss of balance are just a few signs.
The Lure, The Lie: Marketing “Healthy” Food
Salads! Yogurt! Grilled chicken! It sounds so alluring. But wherever there's a massive marketing plan, there's also often a catch. So is it safe to go back to the drive-thru?
Andrew Zimmern on the Slow Food Movement
The Slow Food movement is showing our eat-on-the-run society why it should take the time to select and create fresh, high-quality meals.
What You Need to Know About Acrylamide
Acrylamide, a cancer-causing agent, has shown up in a variety of fried foods, but also in healthier baked and roasted items, including home-cooked meals. Should we be alarmed? Here's a look at what we know about acrylamide, its risks and whether we need to take action.
The Inspiring Journey of Kent Keith’s Paradoxical Commandments
In 1968, when Kent Keith first penned his paradoxical commandments, he never imagined they'd travel so far - or be misattributed by so many.
5 Strategies to Help You Cope When You Get Dropped During a Race
In the swim lanes, on the road or on the run — here's how to manage when you get dropped at your race.
How to Pace Yourself When Lifting Weights
You're lifting weights. You want results fast. Whoa there! Here's why you need to slow down.
Are You Making These Common Fitness Mistakes?
Learn how to avoid these common exercise slack-offs and improve your workouts.
Making Connections and Taking Action
Zowie! Ever since the last issue lit a fire under me (Jan./Feb., Action Plan 2004), I’ve been on kind of an action rampage.
What Life Expects of Us
When I travel outside the country, I am regularly reminded of how many people are struggling with immense problems and living in great need, without basic necessities like food, shelter and freedom. I am also reminded, at these times, by how blessed many of us are to be facing lesser struggles.
Good Salmon Sense
Which is better – wild caught or farm raised? Explore the pros and cons of America's favorite fish.
Navigating Nutrition Controversies Surrounding Fat
Expert fats researcher Dr. Mary Enig offers surprising insider views on good fats, bad fats and the food police.