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7 Steps for Choosing and Keeping the Right Personal Trainer 04/10/2015 07:00am • You feel like an octopus on roller skates in the gym, and you're certain everyone's looking at you. Or maybe you know what you're doing but struggle with the follow-through -- setting fitness goals with vigor, but never achieving them. When you need help, deciding to hire a personal trainer is only After exercise, a fast-food refill might work out 04/03/2015 05:32am • WASHINGTON – It might seem like the best place to get your post-workout food would be the health-food store, but a new study suggests that Stopping at McDonald’s might do the trick as well. The study published in the International Journal of Sport Nutrition and Exercise Metabolism tested men Personality profiles for more than just pro athletes 04/02/2015 03:24am • WASHINGTON — In the never-ending chase for the next advantage in professional sports, teams are turning to personality profiles to diagnose and develop athletes according to their mental makeup. And while such systems used to be used only at the top levels, they have filtered down as far as high s Cold-Pressed Juice or Blended Smoothie? 04/01/2015 08:00pm • There are technically about 270,000 known plant species on our joyful planet and of these, between 1,000 and 2,000 are actually edible by humans in the form of fruits and vegetables. Leaving aside the exotic varieties, we're left with a few dozen commonly available options. How these fruits and vege Which 'Water' Is Healthiest? 04/01/2015 02:00pm • As the temperature outside starts rising -- well, hopefully soon -- many of us start increasing our water intake. But truthfully, we should be drinking water all year round -- even long before we are officially thirsty. It's funny, though, that many people I meet don't like the taste of water. My fa Why Doing Your Taxes Is a Lot Like Working Out 03/26/2015 08:00pm • Face it, taxes are complicated. And I mean complicated. The current federal tax code is more than 70,000 pages long! And each state has different tax rules. Then there are exceptions to the rules and rules to the exceptions. It's enough to make you want to stash your W-2s under the bed and avoid This Is What the Best Companies Do to Keep Their Employees Happy 03/25/2015 08:00pm • Let's say you have a job where you're well-respected for the work you do and where you earn a six-figure paycheck and receive fat bonuses. But ... you're working 70 hours each week in a dank cube farm (would cube farms just die already?) without natural sunlight. Having a request approved to use on Top 6 foods for post-workout recovery 03/25/2015 08:00pm • Whether you're an endurance or strength athlete, recovery is a crucial component of your training. During your workout you're breaking down muscles; it's after your workout that you actually get stronger. Feeling stiff and sore for days after training can significantly reduce your ability to train a How to Stay Healthy During a Divorce 03/25/2015 08:00pm • Natalie Greggs, a family law attorney who practices in Allen, Texas, likens divorce to a death. The accompanying stress and grief is comparable to a physical loss, she says, and affects you both physically and emotionally. "I tell my clients, 'Imagine how you're going to react to this death, and h 5 Surprising Facts About Stretching 03/25/2015 08:00pm • As runners, we all know stretching is important, but do you know why? Have you ever wondered exactly what happens to your tendons and muscles when you stretch? And are you sure you're stretching in the right places -- at the right times? It may seem like a simple process, but stretching in the rig 7 Companies With Perks That Will Totally Make You Jealous 03/25/2015 08:00pm • Think you have it good?Does your employer's benefits and perks package meet your needs? If not, learning about what these seven standout companies offer their staffs could fuel a bit of workplace envy. Check out some of the most generous perks.PinterestThe photo-sharing website offers one of the mos 12 Ways to Save More in the Springtime 03/24/2015 08:00pm • Warmer WeatherAs the temperature rises, you might find yourself spending more time out and about, enjoying the pleasures of the season. But many of them come with a high price tag, from alfresco restaurant meals to weekend getaways. The U.S. News Frugal Shopper blog contributors shared budgeting tip Calling All People Who Wish They Had an Exercise Buddy 03/24/2015 08:00pm • Patients often tell me they wish they had a friend to exercise with, but with crazy schedules it just never pans out. Here, learn creative ways to leverage the power of friendship to get more physically active. On your next weight-loss attempt, ditch the fad diet and instead try to get by with a li 3 Ways Spring Cleaning Saves You Money 03/24/2015 07:00am • If you haven't done so already, now is the time to roll up your sleeves and clean your house. It may be a lot of work, and call me crazy, but warmer weather inspires me to clean and get organized. The only problem is that the cleaning supplies aren't cheap. Seemingly innocent trips to buy them often 9 Time Hacks If You're Too Busy to Exercise 03/22/2015 08:00pm • The number one reason people say they don't exercise is: no time. While it may seem like an excuse, it really can be tough to find a big chunk of time for exercise if you don't already have it carved out. Here are a few hacks for squeezing the exercise into the busiest of schedules. 1. Find your d