January 2010

Michi’s Ladder Foods Exposed: Artichokes

January 26, 2010

So, you’re thinking of starting that long ascent up Michi’s Ladder? Well, there are going to be foods that you’ve never heard of, or you’ve never eaten. Here is the first in a series of articles by Beachbody’s Denis Faye that explain the benefits of some of these “different” foods. Climbing Michi’s Ladder: Artichokes By [...]

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How to Measure Body Fat

January 18, 2010

Body Fat Calipers are easy to use in the privacy of your home, with amazing accuracy and reliability. Since the majority of fat on the body is located directly under the skin, a very efficient and practical way to measure your body fat percentage is skinfold measurement – the scientific approach to the time-honored “pinch [...]

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Watch Out. 9 Sneaky, Deceptive Foods

January 14, 2010

You never know…..things that you think are good for you, can actually be bad. Thanks go to Denis Faye at Beachbody for this interesting article. 9 Foods That Can Fool You By Denis Faye During my South Dakota, 1970s childhood, my mom used to order something called the “Diet Plate.” Common in most Sioux Falls-area [...]

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4 Yummy, Good for You Wintertime Breakfasts

January 12, 2010

4 Hearty, Healthy Winter Breakfasts By Ben Kallen On a blustery winter morning, a hot and hearty breakfast is the most comforting way to start your day. It can also supply a significant portion of your daily nutrition, and get your body ready for whatever’s to come. (Or, in the case of New Year’s morning, [...]

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8 Great Ways to Keep Your New Year’s Weight Loss Resolutions

January 7, 2010

Each year, so many of us make New Year’s resolutions to lose weight and get healthy. Now that the holiday treats have stopped miraculously showing up at our doors and desks, there’s no excuse not to get in health mode to look and feel better. Wanting to lose weight is a start. But it’s better to break this daunting task down into achievable behaviors that get the job done. Even if you can’t leave your house to work out or dine out, you can still set yourself up for weight loss success by following these 8 simple tips.

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Turbo Jam: Total Body Blast Giveaway!

January 6, 2010

Turbo Jam: Total Body Blast Giveaway! $20 value! The holidays are over, and now it’s time to shed an extra pound or two. One way to do this, is by adding a new workout to your existing routine. Or, if your New Year’s Eve Resolution was to get in shape, this will be a great [...]

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