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How I’m Doing It: Stephen Preusz (Video)
In November 2011, former Strongman competitor Stephen Preusz was diagnosed with kidney failure. He would need a new kidney sooner than later. Here, he shares his journey back to healthy.
The Brain-Boosting Power of Water
A new report shows that when you drink water, your brain works better.
Don’t Just Sit There!: The Risks of a Sedentary Lifestyle and the Power of NEAT
Research shows that being sedentary for long stretches might be one of the unhealthiest things we do each day — even if we regularly exercise.
100 Days of School
Christy Rice offers a revised “100 Days of School” list that could help teach kids about basic arithmetic and eating healthy.
Overcoming an OCD — With Words
Discover the five simple words that helped Christy Rice overcome a decades-long impulse disorder.
Behind the Scenes With Sadie Nardini (Video)
The yogi and author shares her thoughts on how true potential is reached one moment, one decision, and one brave action at a time.
Breathing for Heavy Lifts (Video)
Olympic lifting expert and Life Time personal trainer Adam Rozmenoski demonstrates how to breathe during heavy, structural lifts.
Quick Chicken Mole (Video)
This adaptation of mole is quicker than the traditional, but just as good.
Beginner Tips for Adult Sk8rs (Video)
40-something Heidi Wachter demos the three moves that helped her get comfortable on her skateboard as an adult — and tries something new, too!
Effective Tool or Hype: Pill turns into balloon to jump-start weight loss.
The Obalon Balloon, researchers claim, helps patients feel full and can jump-start weight loss.
Exercise Can Transform White Fat to Calorie-Burning Brown Fat
Physical activity can convert some of our bodies’ bad “white” fat into good, calorie-burning “brown” fat.
How Weight Loss Enhances Brain Function
Swedish researchers have found that when you lose weight by changing your eating habits, your memory and mind get sharper.
3 Tips for Making Resolutions Stick
Only 8 percent of people who make New Year’s resolutions actually succeed, according to the University of Scranton. Take heart: By learning a few tricks to bolster your willpower, this year can be different.
Why Less Cheerleading Yields Better Workout Performance
To be the best workout buddy, keep the cheerleading to a minimum.
Perfect Artisan Heritage-Wheat Bread
Recipe courtesy of Marty and Darrold Glanville, of Sunrise Flour Mill (www.sunriseflourmill.com)
The Smart Dumbbell Complex (Video)
Follow along as fitness model Frank Jones demonstrates the back-to-back exercises in our dumbbell complex workout.
Behind the Scenes With Kikkan Randall & Jessie Diggins (Video)
Experience Life caught up with Team USA Nordic skiers Kikkan Randall and Jessie Diggins during a training session in Park City, Utah. Hear why they’re excited about preparing for Sochi in our exclusive behind-the-scenes video.
Homemade Deodorant: B.O. No More
Circulation coordinator Christy Rice puts a homemade deodorant recipe to the test.
Depression and Inflammation
Depression has been found to impede the positive anti-inflammatory effects of exercise and consuming alcohol moderately.
The Effects of Too Low Salt Intake
Are you a salt lover? New research suggests pushing our daily sodium intake below recommended levels may be harmful for at-risk populations.
The Link Between Carrageenan and Gastrointestinal Issues
Carrageenan, a common ingredient in ice cream, other dairy, and many natural foods is linked to dangerous gastrointestinal inflammation and even cancer.