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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Squeeze It In ~ Squeeze Backs
November 29, 2009 – 1:25 am | No Comment
Squeeze It In ~ Squeeze Backs

No time to exercise? That excuse is gone forever with SqueezeItIn.com – the website that teaches you to “let life be your workout!”   Founders Jenny Hein and Brigette Polmar are trying to change the way …

100 Calorie Steak From Chef’s Requested. Try this tasty Steak Salad Recipe!
November 29, 2009 – 12:59 am | No Comment
100 Calorie Steak From Chef’s Requested.  Try this tasty Steak Salad Recipe!

We often think of steak as a meat high in fat and calories.  This can be the case when you compare to chicken or fish but honestly, sometimes you just need a little red meat!

I …

Helping Kids Process Their Anger
November 28, 2009 – 7:20 pm | One Comment
Helping Kids Process Their Anger

Children often have a difficult time knowing how to appropriately process their emotions. When that emotion happens to be anger, it can be additionally frustrating for parents and other caregivers. If you feel your child has become increasingly angry, reevaluate the way your family has addressed emotional expression. There may be underlying issues that have contributed to their apparent instability.

Squeeze It In ~ Dish Lifts
November 20, 2009 – 1:31 am | No Comment
Squeeze It In ~ Dish Lifts

No time to exercise? That excuse is gone forever with SqueezeItIn.com – the website that teaches you to “let life be your workout!” Founders Jenny Hein and Brigette Polmar are trying to change the way you think about fitness and challenging you to Squeeze It In with clever and effective exercises you can fit into your daily routine. We’ll be posting regular tips from SqueezeItIn.com, like this one that will have you looking forward to putting away the dishes.

Sadie Nardini ~ Weight Loss Yoga
November 18, 2009 – 1:50 am | No Comment
MomActive ~ Magazine Style Community Coming Soon! Seeking Writers and Forum Moderators to Join our Community!!
November 5, 2009 – 1:13 pm | 2 Comments
MomActive ~ Magazine Style Community Coming Soon! Seeking Writers and Forum Moderators to Join our Community!!

Exciting news!!!  The MomActive redesign and community are almost ready to relaunch!!  I’m so proud of this project and can’t wait to see how it grows with the strength and creativity of women …

Changing My Body In 30 Days
November 4, 2009 – 11:39 am | One Comment
Changing My Body In 30 Days

I fell in love with Earth Footwear a few months ago just before the Type-A Mom Conference.  I purchased a pair of the Kalso light shoes because my buddy Leah from Bookieboo swore they were …

Banglz ~ Fitness Fashion Accessory Review
October 20, 2009 – 2:10 pm | No Comment
Banglz ~ Fitness Fashion Accessory Review

Banglz are essentially traditional ankle and wrist weights covered in attractive fabrics. I was sent a set of the 1lb. ankle bands to try and when I first saw them I was a little skeptical. …

How to Lose Weight Like a Real Loser
September 29, 2009 – 10:41 am | 3 Comments

In this video from Time, The Biggest Loser Trainer, Jillian Michaels, explains how to navigate the corporate lunchroom. Education is key and this video is full of great information.

Friday’s Guest ~ Darcy Albrecht from Chicks n’ Chickens Discusses Lullaby Exercises
September 13, 2009 – 3:55 pm | No Comment

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Hey CHICKENS!!!! We’ve got a smart, creative, groovy lady coming on the show …