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PUMPING IRONY: A Presidential Moment

I've been riding my bike into work recently, but today, which promises thundershowers after work, I decided to hoof it. My lovely wife will drive me home after the gym if the forecast holds true. I had almost forgotten how…

The Skillful Life: Master These Essential Skills for a Healthy, Happy Life

June 1, 2008
Pilar Gerasimo
Financial Health, Home/Living, Lifestyle, Personal Development, Time Management, Work
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When it comes to enjoying a healthy, happy life, good intentions will get you just so far. Here’s your action plan for assessing and building the skill sets that matter most to you right now.

Functional Wellness, Part 1: Genes and the Environment

June 1, 2008
Mark Hyman, MD
Functional/Integrative Medicine, Health, Metabolism/Weight Loss
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Learn how your genes interact with your habits, lifestyle, and surroundings to create a healthy body — or an unhealthy one.

3 Creative Salad Recipes to Brighten Up Your Mealtime

There’s no end to the creative and delicious things you can do with packaged salad greens — if you use your imagination.

Mangoes: Recipes, Techniques, and More

A sumptuous, tropical delight that’s rich in antioxidants and sweetly refreshing.

Mind-Body Adventure

Blend mind-body practices with adrenaline-pumping sports, and you get a hybrid adventure that challenges you and keeps you grounded.

The Rest-Pause Workout

June 1, 2008
Matt Fitzgerald
Fitness, Fitness Tips, Strength Training
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Adding a short pause at the end of a tough set can help you overcome plateaus in your resistance-training routine.

a person runs with their bike at a triathlon transition point

10 Triathlon Mistakes to Avoid

June 1, 2008
Kara Douglass Thom
Fitness, Fitness Tips, Sports & Recreation
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You can learn a lot from mistakes — but they don’t have to be your own! Here’s how you can sidestep common pitfalls of first-time triathletes.

What Is Muscle Activation Technique (MAT)?

June 1, 2008
Kelle Walsh
Fitness, Fitness Tips, Pain Relief, Recovery
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Bothered by muscle tightness, soreness and strain? A hands-on, biomechanics-based treatment called MAT can soothe discomfort, improve alignment and ward off injury.

7 Common Questions About Stretching

June 1, 2008
Kelle Walsh
Fitness, Fitness Tips, Flexibility & Mobility
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For years we’ve been told to stretch before activity, after activity, and anytime in between. But what is stretching really good for, and when is it really worth our time and effort?

Solid Gold Champion: Elisa Au

Three-time world karate champion Elisa Au blazes trails for future generations and sets the karate world on fire.

No Show, No Glow

It’s only by showing up fully for what’s going on in our lives right here and now — and for the choices and commitments that we’ve decided are important to us — that we get to collect on the glowy, energizing, feel-good satisfaction that makes life worthwhile.

Chopped Vegetable and Bean Salad

May 10, 2008
Dara Moskowitz Grumdahl

This refreshing salad is made with crisp romaine lettuce, crunchy vegetables, savory olives, and hearty beans, and drizzled with a light, zesty vinaigrette.

PUMPING IRONY: When the Shoe Fits . . .

My goal this morning was to walk into work (I'd left my bike in the office due to yesterday's thunderstorm) wearing my sneakers and schlepping my workout gear and computer in my backpack. But then I noticed how dorky my…

PUMPING IRONY: Solid Goaled

OK, so I promised that I would report on last night's workout -- specifically focusing on my 10 goals for the evening. Overall, my goal-oriented approach took time away from stuff I would normally do (I so missed brutalizing myself…

Day-to-Day Detox

May 1, 2008
Erin Peterson
Detox, Gut Health, Health, Metabolism/Weight Loss, Nutrition, Wellness
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Because our bodies are exposed to a constant barrage of harmful toxins, the best detoxification regimen is a daily one. Here are some simple steps to keep your body running clean.

Local Hero: Nathan Lyon

Celebrity chef Nathan Lyon is a huge fan of clean, local food. He’s also a pro at cooking food that makes people delightfully, deliciously happy.

The Clean-Eats Pantry: How to Stock Your Kitchen for Healthy Eating

May 1, 2008
Robin Asbell
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Stocking your kitchen with healthy, easy staples is the best way to guard against regrettable food compromises. Here are some items worth building into your grocery list, plus expert tips on how you can use them to make mealtime magic — fast.

4 Spa-Inspired Recipes to Try

Canyon Ranch chef Scott Uehlein uses “Nutritional Intelligence” and healthy whole foods to create spa-quality meals.

How to Say Goodbye to a Toxic Friend

Saying ”so long” to a played-out friendship is never easy. Here’s how to do it with grace.