| "The belief that life ought to be defined by a grand finale tends to postpone joy. Greater power lies in your present experience." — Amit Sood, M.D. |
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| | | Get Moving | | Burn extra calories with daily activities | | How much have you been moving lately? Your goal is to get 30 to 60 minutes of exercise most days of the week. But even on days when reality falls short of the ideal, one of the best things you can do for your health is to believe that every effort counts. And that includes all the activity you get throughout the day, whether it's working in your garden, mopping the kitchen floor or taking a walk during lunch — just move! Read on to discover just how much your daily chores and tasks can add up to offer big health benefits. | | Find out how many calories you're burning » |
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Healthy-Body Benefits
Is functional fitness right for you?
Functional fitness exercises train your muscles to work together and help you carry out daily tasks by simulating common movements you might do at home, at work or in sports. This type of exercise gives you total-body benefits, including stabilizing your core, which is key for optimal health and fitness. Not sure where to start? Read on to find out how this type of exercise can benefit you.
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Today's Cooking Tip
Add flavor without adding calories
Easy, flavorful food combinations can add pizazz to your meals and snacks, and keep you motivated to meet your goals. For starters, jazz up dishes by using herbs and spices to add color, taste and aroma. Add cilantro to rice or bean dishes. Sprinkle rosemary on grilled meats or on roasted potatoes, cubed squash or other veggies. Try adding freshly chopped chives to omelets or pasta salads. It's that easy!
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