Fun up your food It’s easy to get in a diet rut, even if you’re loading up on flavorful fruits and veggies. The solution? Have plenty of spices, fresh herbs,…
Up your exercise How do you know when to increase your exercise? “The general rule of thumb is to up the amount of miles run, for races half-marathon length and…
Have a fruity ice cream sundae Next time your family or friends decide to make an ice-cream run, don’t worry about being left out of the fun! Order a fresh…
Swap out your shoes While we’ve all heard that running shoes break down after logging lots of miles (about 300 to 350), you may still be holding on to your…
Snag the right support Sure, your yoga sports bras works great for downward dog—but when it comes to running, you’ll need one that’s designed to lock them in for all…
Relieve those side stitches You know it: a sharp pain just below the rib cage that always seems to pop up when you’re working out your hardest. It’s called the…
Shake your way slim Sick of that elliptical or bike or workout DVD? That means it’s time to mix up your routine! Our favorite way: Break a sweat by moving…
Fuel for fitness Planning on picking up the pace tomorrow? Eat food that will help keep you going strong. For breakfast, opt for a high-carbohydrate meal—one similar to what you’ll…
Say goodbye to peer pressure Even if you’ve been eating right on track, it may be tough to stay on track if your partner, coworkers, or friends don’t share your…
Savor your carbs When trying to slim and trim, you may be tempted to take drastic measures like cutting out your carbs. But before you go and add dinner rolls…
