Measuring BMI ~ Are You Fit or Fat?
July 9, 2010 – 9:00 am | No Comment

For the past several decades, the standard quick-and-dirty test for obesity has been the Body Mass Index (BMI): Multiply your weight in pounds by 703, and divide the result by the square of your height in inches. A normal BMI is

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Can Video Games Count as Exercise?
June 8, 2010 – 7:59 pm | One Comment
Can Video Games Count as Exercise?

The big question on everyone’s mind: Can these new active video games help you, your spouse and your kids get (or stay) fit?

The Blogrollers First Race & Relax Weekend Huge Success
June 6, 2010 – 3:21 pm | One Comment
The Blogrollers First Race & Relax Weekend Huge Success

As I sit in my airplane at 100,000+ feet, I’m filled with a myriad of emotions. I am a bit sad that the weekend is over and my time with the fantastic social media ladies …

Running For My Life ~ #racerelax weekend 1 week away!
June 1, 2010 – 12:39 am | No Comment
Running For My Life ~ #racerelax weekend 1 week away!

Many runners begin to taper their training during the two weeks before a race but, since I’ll be using the #RaceRelax weekend 5k next Saturday June 5th as part of my half-marathon training, I have …

The Whole Scoop on Whole Grains
May 26, 2010 – 3:38 am | No Comment
The Whole Scoop on Whole Grains

By Stacey Colino for Live Right Live Well

Whether they’re served warm or cold, whole grains are heating up grocery store shelves and restaurant menus with offerings ranging from pastas, cereals and breads to crackers, snack …

Weekly Round-up 5/17/10 … Bantering Blonde
May 26, 2010 – 3:20 am | No Comment
Weekly Round-up 5/17/10 … Bantering Blonde

I feel like we need to explore a name for the weekly check-ins.  We are all having “aha” moments and major mental breakthroughs … this is no longer about a race and we need to …

Eggs for Weight Loss
May 24, 2010 – 4:22 pm | No Comment

Being a self-proclaimed health nut and busy mother of three , I am someone who is always looking for a high protein snack , I have found that eggs appeal to nearly everyone …

Walk the Nordic Way
May 16, 2010 – 1:31 pm | No Comment
Walk the Nordic Way

By Karen Asp for Live Right Live Well

I’m walking through my neighborhood on a summer day when I pass a woman who stares at me funny and shouts, “Trying to ski on asphalt?” I laugh. …

Week 2 Training Wrap-up ~ Bantering Blonde
May 16, 2010 – 1:11 pm | One Comment
Week 2 Training Wrap-up ~ Bantering Blonde

When The Blogrollers held their #RaceRelax Weekend contest a few weeks ago, I knew I absolutely had to win. I worked that contest hard and when I won, it felt like it was “meant to …

Is Boot Camp for You?
May 16, 2010 – 2:54 am | No Comment
Is Boot Camp for You?

By Karen Asp for Live Right Live Well

With swimsuit season fast approaching, you’re looking for a quick way to shape up. The trouble is, motivation isn’t your strong suit. The solution? Sign up for a …

Sunscreen Facts You Need to Know
May 10, 2010 – 10:24 am | No Comment
Sunscreen Facts You Need to Know

“Sunscreen is a misconstrued skin care category,” says Ranella Hirsch, a clinical assistant professor of dermatology at Boston University School of Medicine. Not applying often enough or misunderstanding labels can add up to lousy protection and sun damage.