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How to not get run over by a car
by Chic Runner
posted November 30, 2010 at 9:10pm

It may sound like a joke, but it’s not. I have had many close calls with cars, especially because I live in a very populated area. I usually always try to run in the daylight, but I live in an area where there are a TON of cars, everywhere, all the time...more

Recovery time comes to an end
by Run Girl Run
posted November 30, 2010 at 8:39pm

Its been a little more than a week since my marathon and I've been thoroughly enjoying my week of recovery. I slept in on the weekends and the week days. Waking up at 6 for work instead of 4:30 to fit in my run has been awesome. And for the first time in...more

Is Your Juice Real or Fake?
by Performance Nutrition
posted November 30, 2010 at 12:13am

Berries, “super fruits”, and new packaging on juices are all the rage. In fact, you’ve probably picked up some berry concoction you can’t quite pronounce hoping its the secret to good health and the fountain of youth. Or, if you are a parent, sur...more

Hot to (Turkey) Trot
by Pretty Tough
posted November 24, 2010 at 4:17pm

It’s that time of the year again when turkey lovers who love to run gather for an appetite-inducing morning of good-natured competition. So, what exactly is a Turkey Trot? On Thanksgiving Day, or very near it, runners across the U.S. lace up thei...more

Have a balanced and healthy Thanksgiving
by Balanced Health and Nutrition
posted November 23, 2010 at 10:11pm

Thanksgiving is notorious for getting just as “stuffed” as the turkey. There’s a lot of rich once-a-year foods available and we indulge… that’s why the typical plate is 1500 calories, nearly a day’s worth for women and a half day’s worth for...more

(Almost) Happy Feet: Steps for plantar fasciitis recovery & good shoes
by Musings from a Multisport Mama
posted November 23, 2010 at 10:25am

Okay I still have plantar fasciitis (PF) in my left foot but I'm finally seeing progress again. This is since the disaster in earlier this year in January when I tried running a few miles (2 to 4) per my doctor's okay after having it immobilized in a cast...more

Banana Bread Make-Over
by Balanced Health and Nutrition
posted November 23, 2010 at 10:22am

Banana bread with a hot cup of coffee may seem like a good, quick breakfast or an afternoon snack, but bite for bite, it may not be worth the damage! My recipe, a similar version found in many cookbooks (posted below), yielded the following numbers per...more

Basic Understanding of Omega Fats
by Balanced Health and Nutrition
posted November 20, 2010 at 10:45pm

Omega 3 and 6 unsaturated fatty acids receive a lot of publicity for their role in good heart health, but they play a part in providing us with other health benefits as well. To understand why omegas are praised, we first need to understand that they are...more

America Fails in Eating Fruits and Vegetables
by Balanced Health and Nutrition
posted November 20, 2010 at 10:31am

By: Elizabeth Jarrard The National Fruit and Vegetable Alliance (NFVA) recently released a report that showed in an average day, only 6 percent of individuals consume the recommended amount of vegetables and 8 percent the recommended amount of fruit. Th...more

Cooking Challenge: Veggie Burgers
by Run Girl Run
posted November 20, 2010 at 10:05am

Thanks to everyone for your kind words and encouragement for the marathon on Sunday. For those of you who asked, my bib number is 9750. The marathon website says it should be updated with results as the race progresses. I couldn't find a link, but hopeful...more

Kacey Bellamy Is OK
by The First Line
posted November 18, 2010 at 12:51pm

USA Hockey is reporting her injury is a mild concussion. Concussions are serious business, but it’s still a relief, given that it looked for a bit like she’d maybe injured her spine in some way at the Four Nations final. ...more

Ellipti-Go Review
by Chic Runner
posted November 18, 2010 at 11:18am

I was contacted to try out a new fitness gadget, the Ellipti-go. We planned what day I would be free to travel up to Hermosa Cyclery. It’s about a 30 drive from my house and I knew that it would be best if I did it on a day off. I took a friend from wor...more

Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: Diet Therapy
by Balanced Health and Nutrition
posted November 17, 2010 at 10:25am

Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is the most common female hormonal disorder, affecting approximately 5%-10% of all females. PCOS is a hormonal disorder that involves multiple tissues and organ systems within the body, and is believed to be fundamentally ...more

Gluten-free Thanksgiving Feast
by Endurance Meg
posted November 16, 2010 at 10:12am

I’m moving to St Louis the day before Thanksgiving. But I’m still going to do-it-up-right. Thanksgiving is my favorite holiday! Plus, Baberaham will be there to help me cook for the first time in my new place. What better way to break in the kitchen ...more

Food and Health Survey Results: 77% are trying to lose weight, but 77% are not meeting activity guidelines
by Balanced Health and Nutrition
posted November 15, 2010 at 11:59am

’77′ seems to be a key number in weight management, according to the 2010 Food and Health Survey. 77% of Americans are currently attempting to lose or maintain their post weight loss bodies. However, another 77% report not meeting the U.S. Departm...more

Celiac Disease & Why the Gluten-Free Diet is No Joke
by Balanced Health and Nutrition
posted November 15, 2010 at 11:46am

Earlier this month I had the pleasure of speaking with Shelley Case, RD, a dietitian from Canada who is an expert in Celiac disease and Gluten-free eating. I became interested in this subject due to the popularity of Elizabeth Hasselbeck’s book, The G-...more

Healthier snacks for a busy gluten-free girl
by Endurance Meg
posted November 13, 2010 at 7:30pm

My mom has a great tradition of stocking up on snacks and handing them off to me when I see her. Since going gluten-free, she now buys just about anything that says “Gluten Free” on the label. Recently, Think Thin bars were on sale at Kroger, and she ...more

“Am I Overweight?”: Teen Body Troubles
by Balanced Health and Nutrition
posted November 13, 2010 at 1:27am

Growing up is tough! Especially in today’s society with more and more pressures being put on children and teenagers. One of such pressure is ‘looks’ with the focus on body weight. Around junior highs and high schools, girls (and sometimes boys!) of...more

Pain in the back: Preventing and helping back pain
by Loree: A Skirt, A Hammer, A Life, and A Dream
posted November 11, 2010 at 1:04pm

Loree showing off her awesome six pack What is one of the main injuries in throwing? Well, while sometimes throwing can be a pain in the butt, the main injury we sustain is back injuries. Back injuries can range from a minor annoyance to worst case,...more

Frugal Gluten Free Girl: Oatmealed Acorn Squash
by Endurance Meg
posted November 10, 2010 at 10:12am

With my bi-weekly buy-in of community supported agriculture, I got a lot of squash. I love squash, but Baberaham isn’t such a fan. Nonetheless, I’ve found these delicious fruit easy to prepare. As a bonus, if you are to buy squash from a grocery store...more

FNCE Recap Day 2: Vitamin D, Biggest Loser, Social Media and Socializing
by Balanced Health and Nutrition
posted November 8, 2010 at 7:55pm

If you like food, nutrition, and helping people live well you should be at FNCE! Day two (Sunday) was so much fun! I love nutrition, talking about nutrition, and I really LOVE hanging out with other people who do too. My day started off with a wake...more

Abby’s Experience – Knee Surgery
by Girls Riders Organization, Inc.
posted November 8, 2010 at 3:58pm

Abby, who are you? My name is Abby Zsarnay. I am a girl skateboarder and I have been skating since I was 7 years old. I started to compete in competitions when I was 12 years old. I mainly like to skate Bowls, Whole Park, Vert and Mini Ramps. Tell me ab...more

Adjusting to Daylight Savings Time
by Run Girl Run
posted November 8, 2010 at 9:20am

Did you all enjoy the extra hour of sleep this weekend? I know I sure did. (Source) Although, while the extra sleep is nice, changing the clocks always puts my body into a bit of a funk until I completely adjust. I get hungry way too early and end up...more

Lose weight at a healthy rate
by Balanced Health and Nutrition
posted November 7, 2010 at 11:03pm

When it comes to weight loss, many people expect to see results quickly, but as with everything else in life, it is best to do so with moderation. The recommendation of losing 1-2 pounds per week holds true to this day and is backed by numerous studie...more

ADA Food Nutrition Conference and Expo Recap
by Balanced Health and Nutrition
posted November 7, 2010 at 2:37pm

I’m beat. But I couldn’t let the day go by without a quick recap of FNCE so far from my viewpoint. So, here it goes… I am lucky enough to be part of an amazing group of entrepreneurs. We have our own nutrition practice group called NE (nutrition ent...more

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