Sugar Editorial Picks
May 19, 2008 -
If you have a hard time motivating yourself to work out, here's a little trick. Every time you exercise, whether you go for a walk, hike with a friend, or hit the gym, mark that day with a big X in your calendar. It'll give you a quick general overview of how often you've been working out that month so far, plus it'll serve as a visual reminder of how long it's been since you last worked out.
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Jan 02, 2008 -
It's 2008 and time to get organized! Everyone benefits from hanging a new calendar on the wall. Why not find one that will motivate you to move your body and calm your mind?
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Jul 10, 2009 -
If you have a hard time motivating yourself to work out, here's a little trick. Every time you exercise, whether you go for a run, a hike with a friend, or hit the gym, mark that day with a little star in your calendar. It'll give you a quick general overview of how often you've been working out that month so far, plus it'll serve as a visual reminder of how long it's been since you last worked out.
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Nov 12, 2007 -
One thing I can wholeheartedly recommend to improve your health is quitting smoking. It decreases your chance of getting and dying from cancer, heart disease, and stroke. I am not saying you should quit today cold turkey, but if you did I would be so glad.
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Oct 02, 2009 -
Luna, maker of the sports bar for women's nutritional needs and super stylin' biking gear, also dabbles in the arts. Every October to coordinate with Breast Cancer Awareness Month, for the past nine years Luna has put on Lunafest, a festival of short films, by, for, and about women; the proceeds go to the Breast Cancer Fund.
Last night I was lucky enough to attend the premiere here in San Francisco.
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Oct 02, 2009 -
Three years ago I was diagnosed with PMDD (premenstrual dysphoric disorder) — it's sort of like PMS on overdrive, except way worse. Before the diagnosis I was embarrassed at how unstable I felt as my period approached, especially when all of my girlfriends seemed to be handling their PMS symptoms in a manageable way.
My menstrual cycles were always preceded by feelings of severe depression, crying bouts, anxiety, fatigue, and extreme back pain that would disappear the day my period started.
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Jun 04, 2009 -
There are a million excuses you can come up with not to work out — you're too tired, you don't have time, you forgot your sneakers at home, or you have your period and would much rather eat chocolate. We've all been there so here are some fail-proof ways to motivate you to follow through with your workout dates.
Plan ahead.
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Jun 03, 2009 -
When the calendar turns to June, the holy trinity of berries are all in season: strawberries, blueberries, and raspberries.
I couldn't be more pleased with the tastes of the season since all three berries are nutritional powerhouses, but how do they compare? Take this quiz and see.
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May 04, 2009 -
May is Skin Cancer Awareness Month. Today, take some time out to check your skin for suspicious moles and markings, which could lead to skin cancer.
Put yourself in front of a mirror, naked, and scan your entire body, especially body parts you don't see on a regular basis, like your back.
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Apr 22, 2009 -
Let's face it: planning a wedding is stressful. Depending on how big your wedding is, it could be one of the most stressful projects you've ever taken on. So amid all the excitement, it's important to keep yourself fit, healthy, centered, and sane.
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