I love a workout that makes me sweat – it means I’m helping my heart stay healthy and burning calories at the same time. But a sweaty workout does have its downside. Here’s how to manage your sweat while you work out.

Save your pores: You know to towel off after a particularly grueling workout, but it’s also important to have a clean face before you start your workout; sweating through dirt and makeup on your face can lead to clogged pores. [...]

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WASHINGTON — Wei-Yin Chen wasn’t fooling anyone with his breaking ball, least of all Stephen Strasburg.Chen gave up a home run to Washington’s starting pitcher and didn’t make it out of the fifth inning in Baltimore’s 9-3 loss to the Nationals on Sunday.Read More…
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Robin Gibb, Bee Gees singer and co-founder, died Sunday at the age of 62, according to Rolling Stone. The musician had been battling cancer.”The family of Robin Gibb, of the Bee Gees, announce with great sadness that Robin passed away today following his long battle with cancer and intestinal surgery,” says a statement released by the family’s spokesperson. [...]

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Celeb trainer Teddy Bass knows you need to work the entire torso and all four layers of abdominal muscles to create a sleek midsection. In this 10-minute workout, Cameron Diaz’s longtime trainer mixes plank variations and roll-ups with standing ab exercise for a complete core workout. [...]

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Akin to a storybook adventure, a woman in California has found unexpected treasure in an old trunk, Fox News reports.Jean Filson from Sacramento said a friend had given her the trunk without knowing its contents. When Filson opened it, she was amazed at what she found — several letters and personal documents, some dating back more than 100 years. [...]

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Spring is a time for new beginnings, and that can be especially true if you’re gearing up to take advantage of the warm Summer days. Even better about being able to spend as much time outside as you want? It can spur you on to try a new sport or activity. There’s so much to do if you want to burn calories, tone, and get your heart rate up while having fun, from hiking the trails to dusting off your old bike to taking scuba-diving lessons. [...]

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Can you guess which former WB actress was spotted leaving an LA gym?

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As soon as I was in the cab, I noticed that pretty much every surface of the car’s interior was covered with a JESUS LOVES YOU sticker. This wasn’t just a cab, it was a rolling cathedral! Part of me thought I should just jump out of the car.

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Newt Gingrich may have ended his quest for the Republican presidential nomination, but his journey to retire the $4.7 million in debt he piled up during his run is just beginning. In a report provided to the Federal Election Commission on Saturday, the Gingrich campaign revealed that it had increased its total debt by $400,000 in April, despite having announced it had paid off $500,000 at the end of March. [...]

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Wisconsin’s biggest newspaper released an editorial on Saturday recommending that voters choose to keep Governor Scott Walker in office. (Read the whole thing here.)”No governor in recent memory has been so controversial,” the Milwaukee Journal-Sentinel editorial begins. “No governor in America is so polarizing. [...]

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Warmer weather means firing up the grills! But before you eat every single thing on the menu, know the nutritional info of basic barbecue fare. Oh, and don’t forget how many calories condiments can add – the numbers may surprise you.

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When it was reported last week that Dan Harmon might not have his contract renewed for the fourth season of “Community,” star Joel McHale said he was “literally praying” his showrunner would return.“Dan’s the creator of the show, so to lose his voice would be pretty crazy,” McHale told TVLine. [...]

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Mix yourself up a black-eyed susan (or whatever it is that Kegasus is pouring) and get ready for the 137th running of the Preakness Stakes. Entering the 2012 Preakness at Pimlico in Baltimore, the two horses that battled down the stretch of the Kentucky Derby are set to face off once again. [...]

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MUNICH — Didier Drogba tied the match with a header in the 88th minute, and then scored the decisive goal in the shootout as Chelsea beat Bayern Munich to win the Champions League final, 4-3 on penalty kicks after a 1-1 draw Saturday.The unlikely storyline of an English team beating a German team on penalties in a high-profile match provided a fitting end to a dramatic night, as Chelsea became Europe’s champion club for the first time. [...]

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LOS ANGELES — Nothing was going to rattle the calm, cool and collected Spurs. Not even a 24-point deficit.Tim Duncan scored 19 points, helping engineer a defining 24-0 run in the third quarter, and San Antonio defeated the Los Angeles Clippers 96-86 on Saturday to take a commanding 3-0 lead in their second-round playoff series. [...]

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By Rob Stewart, Goal.comFormer Bayern Munich midfielder Dietmar Hamann has backed Didier Drogba to inspire Chelsea to victory in Saturday’s Champions League final.Read More…
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Sandra Bullock and Melissa McCarthy: your distaff version of Murtaugh and Riggs.According to Variety, the actresses will join forces for an untitled buddy comedy about the “strained relationship between a high-strung FBI agent an unconventional Boston cop.” Paul Feig (”Bridesmaids”) will direct. [...]

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CAIRO — An international rights group on Saturday accused the Egyptian armed forces of beating and torturing protesters arrested during antimilitary demonstrations early this month, and said that by permitting such actions the military “enables further abuse.”The three days of street clashes in Cairo that began May 2 and left nine civilians dead were the latest in a string of deadly confrontations between the military and protesters in Egypt since a council of ruling generals took power 15 months ago. [...]

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Once the dowdy domain of the uncool, reading glasses (aka readymades) underwent a fashion makeover a decade ago. Having been introduced in designer clothing stores and trendy boutiques, they’re now sold everywhere, from Whole Foods Market to Target to Costco, and on numerous websites, like trendyglasses. [...]

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BALTIMORE — Hall of Fame trainer D. Wayne Lukas was nestled on a corner bench in front of the stakes barn at Pimlico Race Course, thinking back to a time when he was nothing more than a young man trying to make a living in the horse racing game.”I remember sitting right there on that bench 32 years ago,” he said, pointing to his left. [...]

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Cheating serves as a way to meet sexual desires, with as little disruption to their emotional lives as possible.

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With Memorial Day weekend almost upon us, people are going to be breaking out their bikinis and swim trunks to head to the beach and get some sun. But with those plans for fun comes an often-overlooked side effect: crippling embarrassment.Just take it from these people, not everything is volleyball and margaritas. [...]

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BUFFALO, N.Y. — An airline pilot is accused of trying to board a flight at Buffalo for New York City with a loaded revolver in his bag, and authorities believe he’d been flying with it for two days.The U.S. Attorney’s Office charged 52-year-old Brett Dieter of Barboursville, Va. [...]

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ALEXANDRIA, Va. — Just as more restaurants, eateries and ordinary consumers embrace Meatless Mondays, Old Town food emporium Society Fair is going whole hog — or at least cow — in the other direction on the first day of the work week. Society Fair’s chef, butcher and charcutier, Julien Shapiro, will be leading special 90-minute “Beast” artisan butchery sessions on Mondays once a month, where up to 10 people can sign up to watch him demonstrate his skills. [...]

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Sony Pictures Television has declined to renew its contract with producer Dan Harmon, ending his tenure as showrunner of NBC’s “Community.”Daniel Fienberg at HitFix explains the move: In a traditional Friday news dump, word of Harmon’s exit — you can call it “firing” or just “Sony Pictures TV opting not to renew his deal” — hit the Internet late evening Eastern Time along with the added information that “Happy Endings” and “Aliens in America” veterans David Guarascio and Moses Port will take over as showrunners for next season. [...]

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After learning Ashtanga Yoga’s Sun Salutation A, it’s time to learn the poses in Sun Salutation B. It begins with a pose called Fierce, which may look easy but is a killer move for your thighs and glutes when done correctly. It also strengthens your core and stretches your calves, so it’s an essential move for runners and high-heel wearers alike. [...]

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I don’t know how people do it, munching on sugary doughnuts, chocolate-filled croissants, or crumb-covered muffins. If I started off my day with that much sugar, then I’d feel sluggish and cranky all morning. I fuel myself in the a. [...]

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Food Network star Paula Deen opened up to ET’s Nancy O’Dell at her Savannah, Georgia home about keeping her controversially-revealed diabetes under control.”It’s probably around 30 pounds,” Deen says about the weight she’s lost, by making small changes like eating extra servings of salad and veggies and smaller portions of carbs, she says. [...]

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This article comes to us courtesy of California Watch.By Shoshana WalterLast year, California Attorney General Kamala Harris joined attorneys general across the country in declaring war against Backpage.com, a free classified website run by Village Voice Media. [...]

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WASHINGTON — CNN’s Anderson Cooper, playing on behalf of an organization that provides crisis intervention and suicide prevention services for LGBT youth, won Friday’s “Jeopardy!” Power Players, beating New York Times columnist Thomas Friedman and NBC’s Kelly O’Donnell.The Trevor Project, Cooper’s sponsored charity, won $50,000. [...]

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We are pumped to share one of our fave stories from espnW here on FitSugar!

By Risa Isard
On June 23, 1972, Title IX was signed into law, leveling the playing field for female athletes. To mark the 40th anniversary, espnW explore the impact of this landmark legislation.

You might not know me, but chances are you know someone like me. [...]

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Happy Birthday to our fave funny lady! Tina Fey turns 42 today. We’ve been fans of the actress, writer, and comedienne since her early days on Saturday Night Live. Like many of us, Tina’s weight has fluctuated over the course of her career, and to mark her birthday, we’re sharing some of her funny quotes from juice cleanses to body image. [...]

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If dairy products don’t sit well with your belly or you choose to eat a vegan diet, then you can still satisfy your chocolate cravings. Although milk chocolate is made with dairy, many dark chocolate products are not. Just be sure to read the label before indulging in any chocolatey treat. [...]

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Meet Norman. He’s a budding Hollywood star, and he’s got mad skills on the scooter, skateboard and surfboard. Oh yeah. He’s also a dog. From surfing at the 2012 Rose Bowl to scooting and skateboarding around his neighborhood in South Carolina, Norman can do things that, well, your average American cannot. [...]

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During his long career, Arnaud de Borchgrave, a one-time Newsweek correspondent and editor, has earned his share of laurels. Fellow journalist Theodore H. White has called him one of “America’s great foreign correspondents.” “In a job that requires bluff and bravado, he has outrun the best of them,” Esquire gushed in a lengthy profile, which is quoted in de Borchgrave’s official bio. [...]

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The elections of today are all about appearance and public perception; looking "presidential," it seems, is now more important than a candidate’s ability to act as such. A vice presidential candidate is not immune from these superficial requirements.. [...]

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Everything is going dreamily. You found the perfect wedding gown for the big day. You’ve been exercising regularly to make sure it fits just right. The problem is, all that sweating you’ve been doing makes you break out, and not just on your face – on your back and shoulders too. [...]

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Start the weekend right: rainbow slaw with tahini dressing – Healthy Happy Life
You can eat healthy and save money. Here’s how – Huffington Post
Ten ways to make oatmeal anything but boring – Shape
Just because it’s a simple recipe doesn’t mean it’s always better – Blisstree
How much protein you need in your diet for weight loss and to avoid sore muscles – Self
Not so fast! Nine healthy foods that are just fooling you – Daily Spark
Herbal remedy: which ones you should be using for glowing skin – Prevention
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The time has finally come for our I’m a Huge Fan: Jennifer Lopez winner, Margaret, to meet her favorite star! She already went backstage at American Idol and learned a few moves from one of J Lo’s dancers and now she’s prepping for the big moment. Watch as Margaret gets a makeover at Nine Zero One Salon and then practices her interview skills with J Lo’s What the Expect When You’re Expecting costar Rodrigo Santoro before sitting down with J Lo herself. [...]

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Even though wedding meals typically include bacon-wrapped scallops, filet mignon, and wedding cake smothered in buttercream frosting, you can still enjoy a delicious vegan menu if you, your partner, or your guests follow this animal-free diet. A little creative planning is all it takes, and since many venues, caterers, and bakers are being asked more about vegan options, chances are your venders will be able to accommodate your needs. [...]

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Shaun T, the personal trainer who’s motivated millions with his at-home workouts, knows how to get people in shape in a short amount of time. After all, his Insanity workout program promises incredible results in just 60 days of sweating and jumping in front of your TV.

With Summer a mere few weeks away, we spoke with Shaun about how to get in shape for anything – whether it’s a beach holiday, wedding, or event – when you’ve only got a little time. [...]

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WASHINGTON — President Barack Obama is set to announce $3 billion in private sector pledges aimed at alleviating hunger in Africa and urge the world’s biggest economies to make good on their own financial promises.Obama was to unveil the food security initiative in a speech Friday in Washington that kicks off four days of international summitry. [...]

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Got a success story of your own? Send it to us at success.stories@huffingtonpost.com and you could be featured on the site!Name: Tammy GarciaAge: 29Read More…
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But a week later his mother Jeanne said the teen should focus on schoolwork when he begins his freshman year as a nursing student at Caldwell College.”Sorry, he is not running[,] everyone,” Jeanne wrote on May 11. “College is just too expensive to let something like this sideline his education. [...]

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At Marlothomas.com, we’re always talking about women who have pushed the limit in order to accomplish something great. Traciana Graves grew up in a loving home, but she suffered heartbreaking bullying throughout her school years for how she dressed, spoke and even how she walked. [...]

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As the economy boomed in the mid- 2000s, many immigrants in southern California’s border country spurned field work in favor of construction and food-service jobs. Then they stopped coming to U.S. farms altogether.So Larry Cox, who farms lettuce, cantaloupes and onions on 3,500 acres in Imperial County, California, shifted more production south of the border, where the Mexicali Valley offers a plentiful agricultural workforce, Cox, 53, said in an interview. [...]

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Mitt Romney will campaign Friday in New Hampshire, looking for his own “bridge to nowhere.” The Romney camp thinks they have found it in a 19th century bridge no longer used for traffic that was restored with state and federal funds.Romney’s attack on the $288,000 bridge restoration will run into several immediate challenges: Funding for the project was overwhelmingly supported by state Republicans, including a significant number who have now endorsed Romney for president. [...]

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SAN ANTONIO — On his 30th birthday, Tony Parker first kept the San Antonio Spurs on pace for what might be another lopsided playoff sweep. Then the All-Star who’s always quick to needle Tim Duncan about his age finally acknowledged his own.”I’m old. Used,” said Parker, laughing. [...]

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You might recognize the gorgeous Lindsay Pulsipher from her stint among the undead in HBO’s True Blood, but this summer, she’ll be taking on a different role in the History Channel’s new miniseries, Hatfields & McCoys. Pulsipher stars alongside Academy Award-winner Kevin Costner and Golden Globe nominee Bill Paxton as Roseanna McCoy, who finds herself in a Shakespearean romance that further ignites a family feud. [...]

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Inject some bright fun into your Spring tennis wardrobe by taking a cue from Reese Witherspoon, who continued her resolve to stay fit during her pregnancy with a game of tennis earlier this week. Shop a similar look below!

From top: Babolat Aeropro Plus GT Tennis Racquet ($189); Asics black racerback top ($24); Nike Victory Shape Sports Bra ($42); K-Swiss Front Pleat Skirt ($55); K-Swiss Bigshot tennis shoes ($125); Adidas Woman’s Elite Hat ($20). [...]

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The unraveling reported this week of U.S. police training programs in both Iraq and Afghanistan opens yet another window onto the strategic miscalculations that have derailed American ambitions in both protracted conflicts.

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Go a little crazy with the cookie jar? Tips for everyday indulging – Real Simple
Check out what the first lady grooves to while working out – HuffPost Healthy Living
Have your cake and eat it too! Strange diet methods that really work – Shape
Cool down this weekend with these immune-boosting healthy smoothies – Prevention
From Rihanna to Jennifer Lawrence, see how the stars get in action-hero shape – Self
6 wonderful reasons to challenge yourself with ashtanga yoga – Mind Body Green
Get crackin’! 5 ways to eat with egg whites – Fit Bottomed Girls
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Erin Heatherton is the face of VSX, the fitness line from Victoria’s Secret. She models swimsuits for the company too, and with bikini season fast approaching, we sat down with the athletic model to learn her secrets for staying fit. Watch the video to learn what Erin considers the perfect workout and what she eats on cheat days. [...]

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Just in time for World Hypertension Day comes this piece of good news: We might have more control over our blood pressure than previously thought. We’re often taught that genetic susceptibility is rote. There’s no way around it: if one of your parents has a condition, there is a specific probability that it will be passed down to you. [...]

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On May 10 my partner and I and our two sons, along with eight other couples and families, and a large crowd of supporters, walked to the Forsyth County government building to apply for marriage licenses. We did it to show plainly who is hurt when discriminatory laws are passed. [...]

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In the world of too-good-to-be-true fitness claims, this one might just take the cake: can lacing up a humble pair of shoes really impart the curves of Kim Kardashian?The answer (no shocker here) is, of course, no. But that’s the claim that Skechers made with their Shape-Ups shoes, with fit celeb endorsements from Kardashian, Brooke Burke and more. [...]

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Former Sen. George LeMieux (R-Fla.) has no regrets about character attacks on his Senate primary opponent, Rep. Connie Mack (R-Fla.), including charges that Mack exploited the name recognition of his father, former U.S. Sen. Connie Mack III.“He’s trying to run a campaign where people will mistake him for his father, and we can’t make that mistake,” said LeMieux in a Thursday interview with Chuck Todd on MSNBC’s “Daily Roundup. [...]

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TV scorecard: see what’s renewed and what’s canceled
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To get in shape to play Battleship’s hard-hitting Petty Officer Cora Raikes, Rihanna geared up to work alongside the real-life Navy. From weapons training to boot camp, find out how the pop songstress got in shape for her big-screen debut.

Drop and give me 20: Forget what you think you know about bootcamp workouts. [...]

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Warm weather inspires many runners to head for the great outdoors. The gorgeous scenery definitely inspires me to tackle bigger trips, so whether you’re running long distances for fun or are training for a marathon, here’s a tip for staying hydrated: Instead of carrying around your water, stash it along the way. [...]

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Don’t let the elements stop you! OnSugar blogger egilbride shares her thoughts on why she loves running in the rain in her blog, Ready to Run.

Today I went for a run . . . in the rain. I know most people HATE running in the rain, but sometimes I prefer it to running on a sunny day. [...]

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We are pumped to share one of our fave stories from Shape here on FitSugar.

When I started losing weight, I often looked at women who were thinner than I was and thought, “Wow, her life must be so easy.” I knew that once I got to my goal weight, I’d feel awesome, and healthy living would be just as easy for me as it was for all the “I can eat whatever I want and not gain weight” women around me. [...]

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DETROIT — Ford is taking on Toyota in the hybrid market.Ford Motor Co. said Thursday that its new C-Max hybrid small minivan will have a base price of $25,995 when it goes on sale this fall. That’s $500 less than Toyota’s Prius V wagon.Read More…
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What’s better than stocks for the long-run? Stocks for the short-run. As long as you pick the right short-run. The above chart compares real GDP with quarterly inflation-adjusted S&P prices, both indexed to 100 in 1947. They’ve gone up roughly the same amount the past 65 years. [...]

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MADISON, Wis. — Lost in the hoopla over the effort to recall Wisconsin Gov. Scott Walker after he took on union rights is an ongoing secret investigation that has already ensnared a handful of the Republican governor’s former aides.The investigation by Milwaukee County’s district attorney hasn’t resonated with voters, but with the June 5 recall less than three weeks away Democrats have started playing up questions about why Walker created a criminal defense fund for himself and whether the governor might face charges next. [...]

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While waiting outside before drag queen Mother’s Day Brunch (literal), I overheard two girls talking (complaining) about their love lives. I can’t tell you how…

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The internal Cuban economy suffers from a weakness such that the slightest price increase for a pound of steak or butter is enough to disrupt our fragile commercial framework. A few centavos added to the price of a food sends the thermometer of daily anxiety upward.. [...]

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NEW YORK — David Clarkson’s deflected goal 2:31 into the third period snapped a tie and lifted the New Jersey Devils to a 3-2 victory over the New York Rangers that evened the Eastern Conference finals at one game apiece on Wednesday night.Clarkson built off the momentum created by Ryan Carter’s goal late in the second period that tied the game, 2-2. [...]

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SAN CLEMENTE, Calif. — Authorities in Southern California are investigating what appears to be the spontaneous combustion of rocks scooped from a San Clemente Beach that left a woman with third-degree burns.Orange County Fire Authority Capt. Marc Stone tells City News Service the woman’s children collected the rocks Saturday and she tucked them into her pocket. [...]

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OKLAHOMA CITY — Even down late, the Oklahoma City Thunder are showing that they are never out.Kevin Durant scored 22 points and rattled in the go-ahead basket on a baseline runner with 18 seconds left, and the Thunder scored the final nine points to rally for a 77-75 victory over the Los Angeles Lakers in Game 2 of the Western Conference semifinals Wednesday night. [...]

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The rowing machine can be intimidating, but once you get the hang of it, it’s an effective way to spice up your cardio routine. But while the rowing machine, also called an ergometer, is a calorie buster (about 280 calories in 30 minutes for an 130-pound woman) and a good leg and core workout, improper form can lead to back injuries if you’re not careful. [...]

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Open most people’s freezers and you’re likely to see a pint of ice cream and TV dinners. While these foods may be freezer staples, they’re not helping you on your quest to lose weight. But, when used right, the freezer is the perfect weight-loss tool for you. [...]

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As if you needed another reminder to stop eating processed foods: a new study has found that foods high in high-fructose corn syrup (HFCS) can make you stupid. But there’s good news, too: eating foods high in omega-3s can help combat loss of brain function.

The study looked at different groups of rats that had been trained on a maze. [...]

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We have the best intentions when we choose healthy foods to nosh on. But eat them the wrong way, and you could be missing out on valuable nutrients or getting more calories than you bargained for. Here are six good-for-you foods commonly eaten in not-so-healthy ways. [...]

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Maricopa County Sheriff Joe Arpaio, 79, will vie for reelection in November. The five-term Phoenix-area sheriff appears to remain the frontrunner, unfazed by a sweeping federal lawsuit filed against his office last week. But he faces five opponents and emboldened opposition from political and civil rights groups. [...]

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SPOKANE, Wash. — A 2-year-old Washington boy who authorities say was so malnourished he weighed less than half as much as a normal child his age remained on life support Wednesday after his heart stopped and he was airlifted to a Spokane hospital.The boy weighed less than 10 pounds when emergency responders arrived at his Moses Lake home last week, said Kyle Foreman, a Grant County Sheriff’s Office spokesman. [...]

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Working out, organic baby food, and more: get the dish on Miranda Kerr – Fit Celeb
A rock-climbing gym in your house? You betcha! – Houzz
Learn how a little stretch can improve your life – Real Simple
Mice get slimmer and sexier from eating yogurt. What about humans? – Self
How Smash’s Katharine McPhee stays in Broadway-worthy shape – Fitness
The lunch bell is calling! 10 sandwiches all under 300 calories – Shape
7 things to do now, which help prevent Alzheimer’s in the future – HuffPost Healthy Living
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Busy nine-to-fivers have schedules that don’t leave much wiggle room for anything but work. Getting wrapped up in a project often leads to skipped snacks and meals. A growling stomach, headache, and fuzzy brain make you realize you should have eaten lunch an hour ago, and since you’re famished, you reach for the first (and probably not-so-healthy) food you can get your hungry hands on. [...]

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WASHINGTON — Is it really more expensive to eat healthy?A new Agriculture Department study counters a common perception that junk food is cheaper than a nutritionally balanced meal.Read More…
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By Kate Golden and Amy Karon
Wisconsin Center for Investigative JournalismOn Nov. 10, 2011, Wisconsin Gov. Scott Walker gave the keynote address at the annual dinner of the Goldwater Institute, a conservative think tank in Phoenix with ties to the powerful, corporate-funded American Legislative Exchange Council. [...]

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HOUSTON — A former Houston police officer was found not guilty Wednesday of official oppression in the videotaped beating of a 15-year-old burglary suspect, prompting an outraged response from black community leaders who called the verdict an injustice.Andrew Blomberg, 29, was the first of four fired police officers to stand trial for their roles in the alleged daylight beating of Chad Holley in March 2010. [...]

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For many of us, making dinner is an afterthought — especially after a long day of work. A healthy dinner is just what you need to re-charge, and it’s easy to put together if you’ve got a good game plan — sometimes the hardest part is finding a recipe. The good news is that we’ve got 50 healthy recipes for you right here. [...]

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CelebStyle: super-cute celeb-inspired ways to ride your bike
Creative ways to use cream cheese
Gisele Bundchen brings her fresh face to Brazil
How to get your hair to smell like perfume
Jay-Z throws his weight behind gay marriage
Awe-inspiring play spaces for little ones
Chic new ways to rock a tie-front look effortlessly
The Shops at Target go regional this Fall
See Bradley Cooper in dreadlocks in the Hit & Run trailer
Video: Jennifer Lopez and Cameron Diaz playfully address catfight rumors with Ellen
Obama’s inspiring advice for female new grads
Bad choices you are making with healthy foods
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Japanese woman live to be almost 90 years old, which is a record high the world over. And while a lot of factors contribute to a long life, diet is certainly one of them. A bowl of udon or a plate of sushi might not appeal to you every night, but there are a few simple ways to tweak your salad using elements of this heart-healthy cuisine. [...]

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Memorial Day is approaching, and we’ve got warm weather on the brain, but it’s not just about getting in shape for the beach. Hiking is a great cardio and muscle-building workout – and you can burn 180 calories in just 30 minutes. Hiking trails vary in difficulty, yet no matter where you go it’s a common sight: once-enthusiastic hikers having to stop halfway through, too exhausted and out of shape to finish the trail. [...]

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Cardio and crunches aren’t the only way to slim down your middle. Eating monounsaturated fatty acids (MUFA), like the kind found in avocado, is proven to diminish belly fat. Here are 12 lunch ideas featuring the belly-fat-fighting powers of the avocado. [...]

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CHICAGO — Miguel Cabrera, Ryan Raburn and Austin Jackson homered during an eight-run rally in the sixth inning Tuesday and the Detroit Tigers beat the Chicago White Sox 10-8.The Tigers hung on in the ninth despite an injury to closer Jose Valverde. It was 10-6 when Paul Konerko singled and A. [...]

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TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — A state administrative law judge says former 2 Live Crew frontman Luther Campbell should be allowed to coach football in Florida schools.Judge Robert Meale made his recommendation Tuesday.Read More…

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GREENSBORO, N.C. — John Edwards’ attorneys won’t say publicly whether the former presidential candidate or his one-time mistress will take the witness stand Wednesday.Defense lawyer Abbe Lowell has said the defense could close out its case by calling Edwards, his oldest daughter Cate and Rielle Hunter, the woman with whom he had an extramarital affair while running for president in 2008. [...]

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On the Season 3 Finale of “NCIS: Los Angeles” (Tue., 9 p.m. EST on CBS) Callen (Chris O’Donnell) went rogue and faced off against his nemesis, The Chameleon (Christopher Lambert) With a camera crew present, the villain doubted that Callen had the stones to shoot him “for the whole world to see,” but he did just that. [...]

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We’ve followed former “Bachelor” contestant Melissa Rycroft on her journey to find love and start a family, and now she’s showing off her super-fit figure in the new issue of In Touch.Rycroft welcomed daughter Ava with husband Tye Strickland in February 2011, and like many new moms, struggled with losing the baby weight. [...]

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Illustrator Laura Freeman’s special Internet project has been nine years in the making: Creating a complete deck of Tarot Cards for each of the characters from Harry Potter and showcasing them on her personal website. The images are hand-drawn using copic markers, and she estimates she will finally complete the entire set — 78 cards — by 2014. [...]

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GLENDALE, Ariz. — Jeff Carter scored three goals, Jonathan Quick stopped 24 shots and the Los Angeles Kings matched an NHL record with their seventh straight road playoff victory, beating the Phoenix Coyotes 4-0 Tuesday night to take control of Western Conference finals. [...]

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Eating healthy isn’t always cheap, but it’s a must if you want to improve your overall health. If you choose to buy organic or exotic options like dried blueberries - $13 for a small bag! – snacks can quickly eat up your food budget. Find out how to nosh on healthy nibbles and still have money left in your wallet. [...]

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Eating healthy is no easy feat - it usually requires a little more time in both planning and preparation. But did you know that a simple ice tray can make healthy living a breeze? From smarter snacking to a good-for-you breakfast, keep reading for creative and healthy ways to use your everyday ice tray. [...]

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Welcome back, Bachelor and Bachelorette lovers! We’re Alyssa and Allison, unabashed Bachelor fans and your trusty rose recappers. It’s been a long nine weeks since Bachelor Ben made a decidedly unpopular choice and selected fitness model Courtney as his leading lady, but we’re back–this time with a sweet-as-pie Southern belle cast as the Bachelorette hopeful. [...]

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Honda unveiled an updated version of a robotic unicycle which it said could revolutionize travel for people with disabilities. The UNI-CUB uses what Honda calls an omni-directional driving wheel system, which allows riders to sit upright almost as tall as pedestrians, using their body weight to change directions and turn. [...]

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Move over, Supermoon! California is in for another extraterrestrial evening display this weekend — a rare “ring of fire” solar eclipse that hasn’t been seen in the United States since 1994.Called an annular solar eclipse, the moon and sun will exactly align Sunday, May 20, creating a “ring of fire” around the moon because of the sun’s larger apparent size. [...]

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Running seems easy enough - just step one foot in front of the other. But the repetition and jarring pressure as you pound the pavement can lead to a slew of ailments. Keep reading to learn about the common ailments runners suffer from, and share whether they’ve ever happened to you. [...]

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Your easy weeknight dinner: balsamic-glazed salmon – Eating Bird Food
A protein bar battle royale: Nature Valley vs. Clif Mojo – Fit Bottomed Girls
Time to celebrate -a cookie you can have for breakfast! – The Fitnessista
7 reasons to start every day with hot water and lemon – Mind Body Green
Learn how experts cope with the big and little stresses of life – Daily Spark
The healthy trends that are actually worth buying into – FabFitFun
Disabled one day, running the next; how yoga changed one man’s life – Prevention
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That fact that it’s National Bike Month and the warmer Spring days may mean you have cycling on the brain. Whether you’re participating in your city’s Bike to Work program or you’re starting a commuting routine, here are some solutions to your newbie concerns.

I don’t know my route: Finding a bike-friendly route is especially crucial if you’re a cycling newbie, so before your actual commute, find out how the cyclists in your area do it, plan or map your route and test-ride it when the roads are not so busy. [...]

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Get to know hot Olympian Ryan Lochte
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London loves Kate and Will’s dog Lupo
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We have the best intentions when we choose healthy foods to nosh on. But eat them the wrong way, and you could be missing out on valuable nutrients or getting more calories than you bargained for. Here are six foods good-for-you foods commonly eaten in not-so-healthy ways. [...]

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Hate crunches and planks? Work your abs, and then some, off the mat with this 10-minute standing abs workout from FitSugar reader JessicaSmithTV. She posted it in the 10 Pounds Down community group.

Join fitness expert Jessica Smith for this full-length, 10-minute standing abs video workout that will keep your heart rate up as you target your abdominals (and more!) for even faster results. [...]

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There’s something to be said about lounging poolside, margarita in hand, but you can’t sit around all Summer, right? Between surfing, swimming, and paddleboarding, there’s just too much fun to be had in the water. For times like those, you’ll need a suit that does more than just look good on you. [...]

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We are pumped to share one of our fave stories from Fitness Magazine here on FitSugar!

Ever wish you had a personal chef to deliver diet-friendly meals right to your home? Us, too! That’s why we had to catch up with Jillian Michaels at her recent event at the W Residences in Hollywood to get the skinny on her new partnership with Freshology, a food delivery program that brings gourmet, calorie-controlled meals straight to your door. [...]

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AUGUSTA, Ga. — After 10 days in the hospital, a Georgia graduate student fighting a rare flesh-eating infection isn’t letting the breathing tube in her throat stop her from mouthing questions such as “Where am I?” and “How long have I been here?”The parents of 24-year-old Aimee Copeland said Monday they know many more questions – and much tougher answers – will come as soon as doctors remove the respirator and allow her to breathe on her own. [...]

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If you don’t know your way around a weight room, heading to the gym can be intimidating — and even dangerous. But paying attention to a few simple rules of proper technique can make you slimmer, stronger and healthier all over.That’s why we asked John Romaniello, trainer, author and founder of Roman Fitness Systems to show us what’s what when it comes to strength training. [...]

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As a repository of great music, dance, and art, New York has no equal. As a cultural capital, it has been replaced by something even more chaotic, anarchic, diverse, open, disgusting, and accessible by more people than any city could ever be: the Internet.. [...]

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For most people, the mention of probiotics conjures up images of yogurt. But don’t dismiss the microbes as a marketing gimmick or food fad. The latest probiotic research suggests that live-active cultures of these friendly bacteria can help to prevent and treat a wide variety of ailments. [...]

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I fell down a rabbit hole in search of a tea party for 1,000 children and a world record jam tart eating attempt. Down down down I went… until suddenly — thump!

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Getting more fish in your diet could lower your risk of developing colorectal cancer, according to a new review of studies.Researchers from the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey-Robert Wood Johnson Medical School looked at the research to find that people who ate fish as part of their regular diets have a 12 percent lower chance of developing colorectal cancer, than people who don’t eat much fish at all, Reuters reported. [...]

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WASHINGTON — Bryce Harper hit his first big league home run, helping lead the Washington Nationals to an 8-5 victory over the San Diego Padres on Monday night.Harper became the youngest major leaguer to homer since 1998, going deep on a solo shot to straightaway center field in the third inning off right-hander Tim Stauffer. [...]

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NEW YORK — Rangers rookie Chris Kreider and defenseman Dan Girardi both had a goal and an assist in the third period, and Henrik Lundqvist stopped 21 shots for his fifth career playoff shutout, as weary New York opened the Eastern Conference finals with a 3-0 victory over the well-rested New Jersey Devils on Monday night. [...]

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Former frontrunner Katherine felt the heat of the competition. When the opera singer flubbed her ending, she was overcome with emotion and immediately broke down on the dance floor

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Many people prefer hitting the treadmill to running outdoors, but if you’re not careful, along with that toned tush you might end up with a stiff neck, resulting in a nagging headache. Follow these tips the next time you hop on the treadmill to prevent this common running woe. [...]

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We all know how important it is to exercise, but one weekend getaway or a lingering illness can knock away our good intentions. When it comes to getting back on track, don’t feel daunted by the thought of jumping back on the fitness bandwagon. It can be as simple as spending 20 minutes a day making sure you sweat, says a new study. [...]

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Whether it’s to improve energy, clear acne, Spring clean the digestive system, or shed a few pounds, juice cleansing is all the rage now. Even celebs like Gwyneth Paltrow and Nicole Richie are buzzing about the benefits of liquid detoxing. Before you splurge on a juicer or lay down the dough for a liquid detox program, learn how a juice cleanse may lead to weight gain. [...]

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You’re hiring a caterer, florist, and wedding planner, so why not also enlist the expertise of a personal trainer? If you’re trying to lose weight for your wedding, having a trainer can be one of the best ways to help you reach your goals. But since you’re on a timeline, it’s important to ensure you’re getting what you need from your training sessions. [...]

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What happens when believers attempt to communicate with their God? If the brain did not evolve a system for conversing with highly abstract invisible entities, what brain systems activate when it does?

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Child farmworker struggles are symptoms of a blight that’s buried by the spin of corporate agriculture: the politics of the food system are spoiled rotten.

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OK, ladies, it’s time to get serious. If you’re planning on losing a few pounds before you hit the beach this Memorial Day, you’ve got two weeks to plan. Read on: we’ve got some no-fail tips for you to tone up and lose weight in two weeks. [...]

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We are pumped to share one of our fave stories from Prevention here on FitSugar!
By Mandy Oaklander, Prevention

Leave it to scientists to burst our bubble. For years, studies have told us that chewing gum can boost memory recall, and as such, we’d pop Chiclets during noggin-twisting times: exams, high school reunions, Jeopardy. [...]

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THE idea that an infusion of hope can make a big difference to the lives of wretchedly poor people sounds like something dreamed up by a well-meaning activist or a tub-thumping politician. Yet this was the central thrust of a lecture at Harvard University on May 3rd by Esther Duflo, an economist at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology known for her data-driven analysis of poverty. [...]

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5 ways to dress up your favorite jeans beyond the everyday
Justin and Jessica get loved up at the Lakers game near Kim and Kanye
Hot Hollywood vampires: do, dump, or marry?
5 fast, easy, and freezer-friendly meals
What to Expect Director Kirk Jones shares personal stories he worked into the film
Swing into Summer with these hanging chairs
Johnny Depp’s wacky and weird looks throughout the years
What to do if you’ve cut your bangs too short
Video: J Lo’s public flirt with Casper – “He’s so cute!”
The most promising careers for new grads
Reasons your bod doesn’t look buff
CelebStyle: Celebs in sheer stripes – 13 stars work the classic-turned-bold trend
Spring activities to get your geek on
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A nutritious diet and regular exercise have helped you reach your weight loss goal, but you’re still trying to get rid of that little extra pooch around your midsection. Here are three things you can do every week to help you achieve a trimmer belly.

When eating: Take an honest look at your diet and your bathroom schedule. [...]

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What’s not to love about circuit training? Combining heart-pumping elements of cardio with strength-training moves means you torch calories while toning muscles. It’s just so efficient.

Here’s a fun yet challenging circuit workout I did recently with my Equinox trainer Lauren. [...]

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Vitamins and dietary supplements are big — more than 110 million Americans forked over a collective $28 billion in 2010 on little bottles of would-be health magic. Research is unclear, however, on whether shoring up your diet with extra vitamins, minerals, and other supplements helps or hurts — in the short run or in reaching for the century mark. [...]

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One of the characters in the classic 1939 film “Stagecoach” is a banker named Gatewood who lectures his captive audience on the evils of big government, especially bank regulation — “As if we bankers don’t know how to run our own banks!” he exclaims. As the film progresses, we learn that Gatewood is in fact skipping town with a satchel full of embezzled cash. [...]

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You can count me as one of the 30 percent of people who don’t get enough sleep every night, so when Lark sent me their silent alarm clock ($100) to test a couple months ago, I was all about it. Since then, I’ve been using it pretty regularly, here’s what I think of the alarm clock. [...]

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Kim Kardashian was absent and BF Kanye flew solo to the event. As reported, Anna Wintour, the editor in chief at Vogue and host of the evening’s event, is not a fan of Kim K in the slightest.

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OAKLAND, Calif. — Justin Verlander struck out eight to win his fourth straight decision and the Detroit Tigers beat the ailing Oakland Athletics 3-1 on Sunday to salvage a series split.Miguel Cabrera hit a pair of RBI singles and Austin Jackson drew a bases-loaded walk in the sixth to put Detroit ahead, helping Verlander (4-1) win his 13th straight road decision dating to July 10. [...]

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You will work your entire body with just four moves in this CrossFit-style workout. CrossFit trainer Shirley Brown leads you through two rounds of this body-weight circuit workout that will get your heart pumping and tone your abs, legs, and arms.
Embrace the CrossFit philosophy and compete with yourself. [...]

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It’s the end of 10 seasons of investigations, pun-filled taglines and best supporting sunglasses on “CSI: Miami” — CBS has canceled the long-running series. Star Eva LaRue visited “Live with Kelly” last month to lament the fact that the show didn’t get a proper send-off, if that was to be their series finale, after their episode order was cut to 19 to make room for Robert De Niro’s rookie cop drama “NYC 22. [...]

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In advance of their official Upfronts presentation on Monday, NBC jumped the gun to be the first network to unveil their complete 2012-2013 schedule on Sunday. The biggest story? “Community” is moving to Fridays, along with sophomore sitcom “Whitney,” which will kick off that rather random new night of programming. [...]

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Mother’s Day is a time to celebrate and appreciate your mom, and what better way than to reflect on all the good advice she’s given you over the years? That’s especially true when it comes to healthy living advice. Many times, it’s our moms who we turn to when it comes to diet and exercise, whether that means following in your mom’s sports-playing footsteps, or heeding her advice about eating all your vegetables. [...]

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I know so many people who have all the pillows they need and yet have trouble sleeping at night; they walk through their lives sleep deprived. What many don’t realize is that the Torah already told them why they can’t sleep.

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BAGHDAD — In the face of spiraling costs and Iraqi officials who say they never wanted it in the first place, the State Department has slashed — and may jettison entirely by the end of the year — a multibillion-dollar police training program that was to have been the centerpiece of a hugely expanded civilian mission here. [...]

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Exercising and sweating go hand-in-hand, and since no one wants to be known for their stinky BO, for many gym-goers, gliding on antiperspirant is just like slipping on a sports bra – it’s something you just don’t forget. Sweating is a natural process though, and when you’re working out, it’s your body’s way of keeping you cool and preventing heat exhaustion. [...]

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Yoga is the perfect exercise for expectant mommas, not only to increase strength and flexibility, but it can also ease common pregnancy woes such as a sore lower back and heartburn. It can also help you hone your sense of balance, which is ever changing as your belly expands. [...]

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GREENSBORO, N.C. — The historic action that four North Carolina college students took that led to desegregation at lunch counters more than half a century ago shows what young people can do to change their world for the better, first lady Michelle Obama said during a commencement speech Saturday. [...]

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Mitt Romney walked back on his earlier comment that it’s “fine” for gay couples to adopt, saying he will “simply acknowledge” that gay adoption is legal.”Well actually I think all states but one allow gay adoption, so that’s a position which has been decided by most of the state legislators, including the one in my state some time ago,” Romney told Charlotte, North Carolina’s WBTV on Friday. [...]

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GUNTOWN, Miss. — Days of grueling searches for two young girls and the kidnapper who killed their mother and sister led to the kind of terrain that favors the hunted – high hardwoods and deep ravines near a red-brick church perched on a hill.Specially trained officers had come up empty-handed for days but were following another lead Thursday evening after Adam Mayes was put on the FBI’s 10 Most Wanted List. [...]

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ATLANTA — Just down the hall from the reference desk at Emory University’s law library in a room housing antique legal texts is Stanley the golden retriever puppy, barking his head off.Stanley rolls around on the floor and chews on a squeaky toy while zombie-like law students wander in, a giant grin breaking out on their weary faces when they see the cuddly boy. [...]

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Thor’s a dad! Chris Hemsworth, who flexes his superhero muscles in The Avengers, and his actress wife Elsa Pataky welcomed a baby girl on Friday. Read More…
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This Mother’s Day? I’m going to let the kids celebrate their two dads and the "mommyness" each of us has within. And they can wear whatever the hell they want to wear and do any dance they feel like doing, because that’s the kind of mom I had as a kid — and the kind of "mom" I’d like to be!. [...]

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AS I follow the modern Greek tragedy unfolding in Europe, I flash back to the 18 years I spent in Athens, walking to school in Plaka (the old part of the city), on the same streets that have recently been filled with protesters and violent clashes.Read More…
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Reader FitFabCities has a tank top workout for you to do at home – all you need is a pair of weights! She shared it with us in our FitSugar Community.

With Spring here and Summer around the corner, what could be better than a printable workout designed specifically to help you get tank top arms? I love this season’s sleeveless tops and maxi dresses, but after a long Winter of sweaters and long-sleeve blouses, my arms could use a little toning. [...]

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Can you guess which young actress got an early start to Mother’s Day by heading to a workout with her mom?

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When we claim the power of our heritage, behave like people who know our own resilience and strength because we have had to exercise it simply to survive, nothing in the world can pull us back down into anyone’s crab bucket.

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Rush Limbaugh jumped into the fray accusing Obama of waging a "War on Marriage." Everything’s a "war" with this guy. Bet he calls breakfast a War on Pancakes.

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Many of you will be celebrating someone you love (or being celebrated yourself) this weekend for Mother’s Day. And when it comes to family gatherings, chances are you’ll be in for a big feast. But no matter if you’re going out for an indulgent brunch, lunch, or dinner, you can start the day off right with a healthy breakfast. [...]

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Tank tops, strapless dresses, short shorts, and bathing suits are the fashion staples of Summer. If your muscles aren’t yet popping like you hoped, here are some common strength training mistakes keeping your muscles from looking toned and chiseled. [...]

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Let Mom sleep in on Sunday and treat her to a delicious homemade breakfast. Here are ten sweet and easy recipes the whole family will love.

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We love running and yoga. We actually find that these two forms of exercise are quite complementary. Yoga is perfect for stretching out all those muscles worked, and often overworked, while pounding the pavement. To ensure that your body can handle all the miles, Kimberly Fowler, founder of Yoga For Athletes, suggests adding these five yoga poses to your weekly fitness routine. [...]

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5 “healthy” foods that contain just as much salt as soy sauce – Shape
Guilty pleasures like apple pie and mac and cheese get a healthy do-over – Self
Picnic time? Make sure to steer clear of these unhealthy food choices – Health
The spiritual benefits believed to be tied to sage – Mind Body Green
Go ahead‚ get brunchy! 30 healthy recipes to celebrate the weekend – Fitness
Doing the bridal bootcamp? Foods you should probably divorce now – The Stir
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You started running months ago, yet every time you hop on the scale, you’re let down by the results. What gives? While running does burn mega calories, here are some reasons you may not be seeing the weight-loss results you’re after.

Postrun Pig-Outs
Burning tons of calories can cause a famished feeling afterward, but it’s important to fuel wisely. [...]

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Start shaking and stirring; it’s Friday, which means happy hour is on the horizon. Warm weather makes us feel like we’re on a beach vacation where sweet and fruity concoctions are the norm - it all tastes good going down until you realize that you’ve just undone a weekday’s worth of workouts. [...]

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HAVANA — Giant ants swarm the facade of an aging theater. White-clad, face-painted dancers and circus performers frolic on a central boulevard. Cuban and American chefs serve gourmet cross-cultural meals from a boxy shipping-container kitchen.Havana’s always bustling streets are even more colorful than usual these days, with Friday’s kickoff of the Cuban capital’s Bienal art festival. [...]

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Hezbollah is building training facilities in the eastern Bekaa Valley within close proximity of the Syrian border, reported a local Beirut newspaper earlier this week. Is Hezbollah preparing for the next confrontation and if so, whom do they expect to fight?. [...]

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* General Mills sued over packaging claims * Calif. woman challenges “made with real fruit” claim * Judge says reasonable consumer could be misled * General Mills stands by product labels By Jonathan Stempel May 11 (Reuters) – General Mills Inc must defend a lawsuit that claims the food company deceived consumers into believing its Fruit Roll-Ups and Fruit by the Foot snacks are made with real fruit. [...]

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At the heart of her mission, best-selling author and speaker Marianne Williamson urges people to choose love over fear – and get very self-aware in the process. Marianne’s book A Course in Weight Loss: 21 Spiritual Lessons For Surrounding Your Weight Forever looks at the deep connection between spirituality and weight loss, while providing concrete exercises to complement the journey in order to say goodbye to unwanted weight forever. [...]

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We are pumped to share one of our fave stories from espnW here on FitSugar!

By Luke Cyphers
Dara Torres once wrote a book called Age Is Just a Number. Nowadays, though, the feel-good story of the 2008 Olympics admits to, well, feeling her age. Torres won two silver medals as a 41-year-old mother and swimmer in Beijing, but she harbors no illusions about repeating the feat four years later. [...]

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Got a success story of your own? Send it to us at success.stories@huffingtonpost.com and you could be featured on the site!Name: Ellen OlsteinAge: 33Read More…
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The National Consumers League, claiming to represent consumers’ interests, issued a press release this week announcing they had submitted a complaint to the FDA, asking the agency to banish NuVal from the nation’s supermarkets.

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Alien abduction — the stuff of science fiction novels, movies, television and, many claim, real life.Whether or not you believe the stories of people who say they’ve been spirited out of their cars on lonely country roads or lifted out of their beds while sleeping or zapped into a spaceship in front of several eyewitnesses, the tales are told by enough people to at least take a close look at this phenomenon. [...]

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Virtually all commercially-available chickens now have what many call the "obese gene," which makes birds gain weight quickly to speed up production from birth to slaughter.

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By Charlotte Andersen for Shape.comIs it worth paying for pink? We break it down for you.Read More…
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Can a healthy diet help you breathe easier? Some research says "yes." But there are also a lot of unproven dietary strategies touted help manage allergies and asthma. What works? What doesn’t?

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There is a common conception that osteoporosis only affects older women. For that reason, much of the preventive measures to protect against the condition — things like weight lifting or consuming sufficient levels of calcium – are targeted to women. But osteoporosis, which is characterized by weakening bones due to thinning and increased porousness of bone tissue, affects about 20 percent of men over the age of 65. [...]

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By Amanda GardnerDo you turn off the alarm and sleep in on weekends? Although you might think you’re catching up on rest after a long workweek, those two-day sleep vacations may be confusing your body clock and opening the door to weight gain and other health problems.Read More. [...]

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Inspired wedding invites for geeks in love
Get grilling with these yummy recipes
Mix up your Spring essentials to create over 35 outfits
Celebs on their moms: who said it?
Gift your mom with a handmade terrarium
Summer shows to get you through the break
How walkers can benefit from going barefoot
Simple tips to trim your wedding guest list
100 memorable celebrity tattoos
CelebStyle: See the stars that are obsessed with yellow blazers
The “perfect pair” baby shower for twins
Learn how to do a Dutch braid
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Video: Johnny Depp denies split from Vanessa Paradis
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GOP gubernatorial candidate Ovide Lamontagne on Thursday called President Obama’s announcement that he supports same-sex marriage “pure politics.”Lamontagne was in Portsmouth for the Veterans Count Club breakfast at the Sheraton Harborside.”I think in his case, it’s pure politics,” Lamontagne said, noting that the president “hasn’t said what his ‘moment of awakening’ was. [...]

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The writers of “The Big Bang Theory” (Thu., 8 p.m. ET on CBS) didn’t want anyone speculating all throughout this season finale on whether or not Howard and Bernadette had gotten married. The action picked up on the launch pad where Howard told his fellow astronauts that he’d tied the knot before the mission. [...]

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LOS ANGELES — President Barack Obama wasted little time casting his historic embrace of same-sex marriage as a political wedge issue Thursday, telling a Hollywood fundraising crowd that it shows how his vision of the country differs from Republicans.Speaking at a dinner at the home of George Clooney, Obama raised the issue gay marriage obliquely, saying simply to enthusiastic applause: “Obviously, yesterday we made some news. [...]

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DENVER — Ty Lawson scored 32 points, fellow spark plug Corey Brewer added 18 and the Denver Nuggets forced a Game 7 in their first-round playoff series with a dominating 113-96 win over the Los Angeles Lakers on Thursday night.The free-wheeling Nuggets are one win from running the lumbering Lakers right out of the playoffs. [...]

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If you’re into running, there’s no doubt you’ve heard the buzz about barefoot running. It’s become trendy for a reason: running barefoot can help you have better form and technique, preventing injury and pain. Runners aren’t the only ones who can benefit from ditching their footwear. [...]

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Some days I feel like my vitamins and supplements are holding my apartment hostage. In a small city space, if I’m not constantly cleaning up, my dresser and medicine cabinet get a little overwhelmed whenever there’s a new addition.

While some ladies have their own go-to morning cocktail of nutrients and vitamins women may not be getting enough of and others don’t worry about vitamin deficiencies to the same degree, I’m curious as to what you think. [...]

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We’re loving all the fit-related photos we see on the daily via the FitSugar Instagram account; now we’re challenging you to show us what’s in your gym bag! Grab your iPhone or Android, snap the contents of all the cool fitness gear stashed in your bag, and upload the pic to Instagram. [...]

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Ballet is perfect; dancers are not. And thank goodness! A blunder now and then is just enough to remind the audience that what looks easy is actually brutally difficult, and it reminds us that we are not the gods and goddesses we sometimes think we are.. [...]

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ARLINGTON, Va. — Luxury hotel room rates are too damn high. There are some good weekend deals, though.A drunk Virginian walked into Pentagon City’s Ritz-Carlton hotel at about 1:30 a.m. on Wednesday, asking about room rates. 29-year-old Andrew Dziuk became “irate” over the luxury hotel’s prices, Patch reports police spokesman Dustin Sternbeck as saying. [...]

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Does your employer serve free lunch and have bocce ball courts? Google does. Perhaps part-time workers at your company receive health insurance and stock awards. They do at Starbucks.These are just a sprinkling of the “perks” offered by companies that scored high on Fortune’s list of the 100 Best Companies to Work For, which was tabulated based on the results of a survey conducted in partnership with the Great Place to Work Institute. [...]

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The hostile publishing climate has claimed another victim, Reverb learned today. The Denver/Boulder office of The A.V. Club, The Onion’s long-running culture and entertainment section, will close next month, according to editor Cory Casciato.Read More…
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Science fiction has often held a mirror to our society in order to teach us about our evolution (or regressive behavior). We probably owe many of our futuristic fantasies to the brain of one man: Syd Mead. Mead served as a concept designer for films including “Blade Runner,” “TRON,” “Aliens” and “Star Trek: The Motion Picture. [...]

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You are what you eat, but how you eat is almost as important. If you’re trying to lose weight, here are three eating strategies that may work for you.

Eat more frequently: Grazing or eating smaller meals more frequently is a strategy that works for many people. You’ll avoid the blood sugar spike and crash that can happen when you eat a big meal. [...]

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Summer music festival season is in full swing, and we can’t wait to get in on all the action. While all these adventures are certainly a fun way to head to a big party, sometimes the whole thing can become a little too much. After all, if you’re taking your vacation time to head to one of these events, don’t you want to come back at least a little revived and rejuvenated?

The Wanderlust Festival set the precedent, but lots of other festivals have taken notice of the close-knit relationship that can exist between music and fitness. [...]

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We spend about a third of our lives in slumberland, but many people complain of not sleeping well. If you have a tough time falling asleep or you toss and turn in the middle of the night, try exercising during the day and limiting alcohol and caffeine a few hours before bedtime. [...]

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Crazy, stupid, love, indeed. “Gangster Squad” — the “L.A. Confidential”-meets-”Untouchables” crime drama that Warner Bros. still seems set to release this year — has its first trailer, which means “Crazy, Stupid, Love” fans can watch Ryan Gosling charm Emma Stone all over again. [...]

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PHILADELPHIA — Ike Davis hit a three-run homer, Andres Torres also connected and the New York Mets beat the Phillies 10-6 Wednesday night to complete their first three-game sweep in Philadelphia in six years.The Mets rallied to win all three against slumping Philadelphia. They trailed after five innings against Roy Halladay on Monday, after six against Joe Blanton on Tuesday and after six against Cliff Lee in the series finale. [...]

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When Serena Whitecotton, 22, walked into Bank of America last month, she encountered a high school classmate working as a teller. It was another reminder that she could not find a job. “I was just embarrassed,” Whitecotton said. “The worst thing is having to explain why I’m in Burbank and why I don’t have a job and why I’m at the bank at 1 in the afternoon. [...]

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MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Marc Gasol scored 23 points and Zach Randolph added 19 as the Memphis Grizzlies avoided elimination by beating the Los Angeles Clippers 92-80 on Wednesday night, forcing a Game 6 in the Western Conference first-round series.With Gasol and Randolph scoring early, the Grizzlies looked like the team that knocked off top-seeded San Antonio last spring and took Oklahoma City to seven games in the conference semifinals. [...]

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The Obama campaign has sent out its first email fundraising off of the president’s announcement of support for same-sex marriage. The email is largely an explanation of the president’s decision, including a quite conspicuous line that notes his “respect” for “the right of religious institutions to act in accordance with their own doctrines. [...]

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At the second annual Weight of the Nation conference in Washington, we received word on the state of obesity among American adults. The good news? The growth of obesity of Americans has slowed from the record pace of the last 30 years. The not-so-good news? While 36 percent of today’s adult population is obese, that number is expected to rise to a whopping 42 percent by 2030. [...]

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Losing weight is a difficult struggle for most, but you don’t have to go at it alone. For busy women wanting to drop pounds, being able to keep track of weight-loss goals on their phone is not only convenient, it offers the support and motivation needed to follow through. Here’s a list of the best weight-loss apps – and they won’t cost you a dime!

Lose It!: Fill in some important info about yourself, including age, height, current weight, goal weight, and how many pounds you want to lose per week and you’re ready to go. [...]

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Yes, it’s almost tank top and bikini season, which means that bare arms will be the norm for the months ahead. If you want to sculpt shapely shoulders and toned arms, learn how to incorporate the overhead press into your workout routine.

Proper form: You can do an overhead press using dumbbells, barbells, or resistance bands. [...]

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We might not be able to make it to Greece or Southern Italy anytime soon, but we can bring the cuisine to us by celebrating Mediterranean Diet Month in our own kitchens. The healthy benefits of the Mediterranean diet are touted by numerous studies, and for good reason: it promotes heart health, good vision, and weight control, to name a few. [...]

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Last Saturday, we were lucky enough to attend the first city in SELF magazine’s 19th annual Workout in the Park series. With the Golden Gate Bridge as the backdrop for the San Francisco event, the scene was picture perfect! It was a busy day full of fun fitness classes, celebrity appearances, giveaways, and tons of sunshine. [...]

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Whether you’re a world-famous celeb or just a regular girl who loves your mom, we all need a little reminder to thank the leading lady in our lives!  In advance of Mother’s Day this Sunday, here’s a shout out to some of the coolest moms in the public eye, and the kiddies who know how to show them some major love! . [...]

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Single-speed and fixed-gear bikes are experiencing a renaissance these days, and most large manufacturers now offer at least one model for urban riding, commuting, or fitness.

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Mainstream media, politicians, and celebrities are easy scapegoats for a relatively small open government community that is in reality quite insular.

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