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That's right! Healthy and Fit Magazine has an official blog. Seeing as how we're at so many races and events, we thought we'd share our observations.

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May 2008

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Perfect Pilates
East Lansing's Andrea Branoff earns a top accredidation for her work with Pilates and she's ready for more students

Mom was right!
This Mother's Day, thank your Mom for her advice. It might be just what you need to keep on track with a healthy lifestyle.

Don't stress at work
Trying to stay healthy (and sane!) at work is alway important. Here are some tips to make it easier.

April 2008

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Boot Camp Basics
The Michigan Athletic Club's Justin Grinnell 's boot camp will work your body in ways you couldn't ever imagine.

Fuhgeddaboudit! Exercise could be the antidote for your anxiety
Exercise is great for your mind, but when you read this you'll learn just how good it is for reducing anxiety

The best medicine for a healthy body is probably hanging in your garage
Bicycling Magazine's Fit Chick tells us why cycling is so good for us. Like you didn't know that already!

March 2008

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Get Your Groove On and Shimmy off the Pounds

Reading Labels: It's the only way to make sure you're eating healthy

What's your excuse?
Keeping active with a desk job isn't as hard as you might think

February 2008

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Kettlebell Crazy
Jackson's Work-Fit pushes and swings kettlebells as an effective fitness solution

It's only skin deep
You can reverse the signs of aging and time with these tips this might be the class for you

Get balanced
Looking to get active? Make sure you're properly balanced before exercising this winter

January 2008

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The 2008 Challenge is on!
Meet the three contestants who will take on the 2008 Healthy Lifestyle Challenge

Ever hear of Zumba?
If you like to dance, sweat and get in shape this might be the class for you

Healthy at work
Avoid the vending machines and other ideas for smart eating at work

December 2007

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It's working well
Happy, healthy employees are the hallmark of Accident Fund's wellness program.

A Christmas health checklist
How to eat, drink and stay on track during the holidays

Looks aren’t everything
Learning what causes varicose veins can be the first step to curing the problem

November 2007

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Ditch the salt shaker
There are plenty of healthy alternatives that provide an antioxidant punch

A heart-to-heart
Mitral valve disorders: Should we repair or replace

Smile big
Your teeth say a lot about you—more than you might think

October 2007

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Area 5Ks look to grow
With competition heating up, area race directors find new ways to attract runners

Atrial fibrillation
A new, minimally invasive procedure could be a relief for those who suffer

Eating Smart
The road to better health begins with a FEAST

September 2007

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The Healthy & Fit Magazine Expo is finally here

On the Move
Michigan's First Couple makes sure they stay active no matter how busy their schedules

Eating Smart
The road to better health begins with a FEAST

August 2007

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It's not what you eat ...
... but how you eat it

Baby on board?
Take these ideas to heart when you're working out while you're pregnant

Racing 101
Fartleks to temp runs—here are more terms to help with race day prep

July 2007

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I have to wear a bib?
And answers to other questions you're afraid to ask at your first race

Who looks after your feet?
Learn how to read the signs of your body to avoid long term problems

Brain Booster
How neurofeedback can help your brain recover

June 2007

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Fit by the Fourth
Think you can’t get a beach body by the Fourth of July? It may be easier than you think

What to wear on a run/walk
There are plenty of tricks to staying comfortable as you head out for a jog or a walk—here are a few

GOING ONCE…TWICE…SOLD!
Get fitness equipment on the cheap at your local auction

May 2007

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Go Green
Being Healthy & Fit is the first step to going green

Eating right
Knowing how your body reacts to the right nutrients could improve your health

Go Green
Being Healthy & Fit is the first step to going green

One piece of cake won’t hurt
How to overcome sabotage from friends and family

April 2007

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You can TRY a tri!
Mental roadblocks tend to be the setback for these popular events

You don't want to ride?
Common excuses and why they don't work

No racket required
Cardio tennis may be the perfect workout for beginners and pros

March 2007

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Should you be eating organic?

Running with a purpose
Before you lace up your shoes, make sure you have a reason to hit the pavement

Ring the bell!
Pick up a kettlebell and you can get fit—fast!

Eating for that healthy glow
Eating the right foods could, and will, improve the overall fitness of your skin

February 2007

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Get out of that rut!
Here are 16 ways to keep your resolutions revvin’ in 2007

Don’t skate around the issue
Figure skating can be a fresh exercise

Workouts are music to my ears: What’s on your iPod?

Cravings: A scream for help?
Weight gain isn’t a character flaw — it’s a complex metabolic phenomenon

January 2007

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Can you avoid boomeritis?
As we age, keeping a body healthy doesn’t always mean pushing it to it’s limits

How to take control of your life
In this second installment of "Just Plain Speak" find the right attitude to take charge

Spinning for fitness
This is one activity that lives up to the billing: It will get you moving

December 2006

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Why your company should consider a worksite wellness strategy in 2007

Do you really want seconds?
Following these ideas could lead to healthier holiday eating (and a lot less guilt!)

Aches, pains and forgetfullness
Those may not be signs of old age—it could be your hormones

Negotiating the Menopause Transition

November 2006

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Mapping the brain
Computers offer neruofeedback an in-depth look at our brains at work

Growth hormones
Here’s a quick look at the hysteria, quackery and professional sports

Do they work?
Athletes look for any advantage possible

October 2006

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Fitness room Feng Shui: Get the most out of your work out

A fitness horoscope! Learn what the stars have in store for you

Who needs a trainer?

September 2006

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MSU Fans: Are you ready for the new Drew?

Droopy eyes?
Learning how to combat fatigue can be a giant step toward wellness

How much?
Learn how to calculate the calories you need

Fit after 40
Aging well has become a focus for everyone

August 2006

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Make sleep a priority for your children when they had back to school

Making waves
As dog days of summer heat up, inside (or outside) water aerobics are a great move

Dealing with acne
No matter what your age, acne can be a pimply problem

Distractions and setbacks
In his second installment, Dr. Wilson delves deeper into why distractions disrupt

July 2006

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Tune out the distractions
All of us face distractions—here's how to focus on what's important in your life

A fit pregnancy
Keep exercising and eating right (think moderation) when you're pregnant

A bonafide athlete
An active lifestyle that includes running, hiking and raising two boys doesn't stop Dr. Laura McCabe from her work: bones and NASA

The next big thing?
Gyrotonic is different, fun and best of all a great, unique way to work out

June 2006

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Best kept fitness secret in the area—windsurfing
With all of the gusty, unpredictable weather in this area, it's no wonder this sport is doing well in mid-Michigan

Getting pumped
New social workout 'Body Pump' gains popularity (and muscle) across the area

Hormonal optimization
Making sure you have the right hormones can add plenty of energy, well being

Balding myths
Keep your head when it comes to hair loss

May 2006

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The 'Spoken' Gospel
Healthy and Fit Magazine takes a close look at how to get fit riding bikes and who is out there doing it

All thumbs?
If they're green, you're gold when it comes to your health

The skin you're in
Protect yourself from the harmful rays of the sun when outdoors

Fit families
Keep your children active and eating healthy foods

April 2006

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Gary Hogeboom
From the NFL gridiron to the jungles of Guatemala, Gary Hogeboom proves that a positive outlook and healthy lifestyle can make the difference in someone's life

Mirror muscles?
If you like to lift, avoid these common mistakes when at the gym

Something's fishy
Learn how fish oils can be an essential supplement to your diet

Snap, crackle, pop
What happens when you crack your knuckles, anyway?

March 2006

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Kids Health
From getting active, to eating healthy, Healthy and Fit magazine takes a closer look at how to keep your kids moving, happy and healthy!

Eating healthy
Don't target swimsuit season to eat right, plan on doing it for life.

Does age matter?
It does when it comes to taking care of your heart

Fit features
More great athletes and active people from the mid-Michigan area

February 2006

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Wins run in the family
Mike and Beth Homan have a hectic schedule, but still manage to compete, and win, at a high level of energy in all their triathlon and cycling races.

Stick with it
Stay on top of your fitness goals by keeping your your healthy habits rolling along

Give him a hand!
After an accident, this East Lansing student shows how determination and love for fitness can keep him moving

Fit features
More great athletes and active people from the mid-Michigan area