December 2010: Better Than Good!
Plyometrics: Might as Well Jump!
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Want to increase your power, refine your reflexes, decrease your chance of injury and sculpt your bod? Hop to it with this high-energy plyo primer.
The key is to keep company only with people who uplift you, whose presence call forth your best.
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Well-Oiled Genes
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How olive oil can reduce the inflammatory response associated with obesity, type 2 diabetes and more.
Marvelous Millet
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These splendid little seeds are rich in protein, vitamins and minerals - and they’re versatile, too.
Tinku, Travel, Treats and Other Holiday Traditions
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There’s nothing like a special occasion to test just how far we’ll go in the name of the rituals we happen to hold sacred.
Your Qs: Healthy Joints and More
Jen Sinkler, our fitness editor, wrangles leading experts to address your most perplexing workout quandaries and conundrums. Email ’em to askjen@experiencelife.com.
Holiday Food Frustration
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With all the season’s celebratory meals and treat-heavy traditions, it can be hard to steer clear of unhealthy stuff. Here’s how to enjoy holiday meals while staying true to your own food values.
As Good as It Gets
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This is the season of celebration. So let us pause a moment to reflect on all we have to be happy about, and to appreciate all the wonderful gifts the past year has delivered.
Sleep It Off
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New research shows that sleep significantly influences metabolism, appetite, and weight management. Could getting more shuteye help you ward off excess pounds?
CoQ10: The Miracle Molecule
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With an astonishing array of applications, CoQ10 offers something for virtually everyone - from fitness buffs to those at high risk for heart disease and cancer.
Sole Provider: Blake Mycoskie
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Blake Mycoskie is helping children in need around the world - one pair of TOMS Shoes at a time.
The Six Best Gifts You Can Give Your Partner
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The most valuable presents don't come from the store. They come from the heart and are offered as a reflection of the care and appreciation you feel for your partner.
Getting Fit the Playful Way
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How Deanna Eberlin discovered her passion for a primal way of life — and connected with her own sense of healthy-living fun.
Resistance Is Not Futile
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Conventional stretching nets you conventional results. Resistance stretching (the secret weapon of Olympic athletes) can make you more flexible — and stronger! — in a hurry.
Behind the Scenes With Blake Mycoskie (Video)
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The founder of TOMS Shoes discusses how his movement is helping children around the world.
Emphasizing Eccentrics for Tendon Strengthening (Video)
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Eccentric or the lower phase of resistance exercises has been shown to strengthen tendons and connective tissues in your joints.
Pushing the Envelope
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Can you turn an OK situation into a surprising source of satisfaction? You never really know until you try.
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