http://www.examiner.com/?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-National-Fitness_and_Weight_Loss Lastest News and Articles from Examiner.com Tue, 24 Nov 2009 03:01:57 GMT http://www.examiner.com/x-12516-Celebrity-Weight-Loss-Examiner~y2009m11d23-Cut-the-calories-and-carbs-but-not-the-taste-from-Thanksgiving?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-National-Fitness_and_Weight_Loss When you're dieting, surviving Thanksgiving Day can feel like an impossible obstacle course. From the pre-dinner hors doevres (anyone for miniature cheese croissants?) to the Candied Sweet Potato Casserole and gravy-covered mashed potatoes and... Tue, 24 Nov 2009 02:28:48 GMT Joanne Eglash - Celebrity Weight Loss Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-12516-Celebrity-Weight-Loss-Examiner~y2009m11d23-Cut-the-calories-and-carbs-but-not-the-taste-from-Thanksgiving?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-National-Fitness_and_Weight_Loss http://www.examiner.com/x-795-Nutrition-Examiner~y2009m11d23-Holiday-sweet-potato-recipes-that-make-entertaining-easy?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-National-Fitness_and_Weight_Loss Sweet potatoes are healthy, delicious and make entertaining easy. These sweet potato recipes are long time family favorites and fairly easy to make. You can make these together with the kids and teach them basic cooking skills everyone needs to know.... Tue, 24 Nov 2009 00:02:53 GMT Carol Bardelli - Nutrition Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-795-Nutrition-Examiner~y2009m11d23-Holiday-sweet-potato-recipes-that-make-entertaining-easy?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-National-Fitness_and_Weight_Loss http://www.examiner.com/x-2490-Endurance-Sports-Examiner~y2009m11d23-Arizona-triathlete-completes-three-Ironman-in-three-consecutive-days?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-National-Fitness_and_Weight_Loss Gary Brasher is a a 51-year-old real estate executive from Tubac, Arizona who finished Ford Ironman Arizona in an official time of 14-hours and 12-minutes. More importantly he did it after finishing two self-supported Ironman races the two days before... Mon, 23 Nov 2009 23:37:14 GMT Roman Mica - Endurance Sports Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-2490-Endurance-Sports-Examiner~y2009m11d23-Arizona-triathlete-completes-three-Ironman-in-three-consecutive-days?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-National-Fitness_and_Weight_Loss http://www.examiner.com/x-20836-Celebrity-Fitness-and-Health-Examiner~y2009m11d22-Stars-flock-to-the-AMAs-Taylor-Swift-ranks-favorite-PHOTO-SLIDESHOW?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-National-Fitness_and_Weight_Loss While country music sensation Taylor Swift beat out MJ for favorite artist at the American Music Awards Sunday night, the late Michael Jackson took home four AMA's during the evening's gathering of hot performances and hot bodies. Celebrity R&B... Mon, 23 Nov 2009 11:46:39 GMT Sunny Pepper - Celebrity Fitness and Health Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-20836-Celebrity-Fitness-and-Health-Examiner~y2009m11d22-Stars-flock-to-the-AMAs-Taylor-Swift-ranks-favorite-PHOTO-SLIDESHOW?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-National-Fitness_and_Weight_Loss http://www.examiner.com/x-867-LowCarb-Lifestyle-Examiner~y2009m11d22-The-NMR-LipoProfile-cholesterol-particle-size-test-more-accurate-measure-of-heart-health-risk?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-National-Fitness_and_Weight_Loss It seems just about everyone these days is aware of cholesterol because of the relentless (and might I add nauseating) daily barrage of advertisements from the pharmaceutical companies pushing these cholesterol-lowering statin drugs like Lipitor,... Mon, 23 Nov 2009 11:20:43 GMT Jimmy Moore - Low-Carb Lifestyle Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-867-LowCarb-Lifestyle-Examiner~y2009m11d22-The-NMR-LipoProfile-cholesterol-particle-size-test-more-accurate-measure-of-heart-health-risk?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-National-Fitness_and_Weight_Loss http://www.examiner.com/x-660-Weight-Loss-Examiner~y2009m11d22-Biggest-Loser-Where-Are-They-Now-2009-to-air-Wednesday-Check-out-these-photos?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-National-Fitness_and_Weight_Loss Thanksgiving week is the perfect time for an extra helping of Biggest Loser motivation. Biggest Loser: Where Are They Now slideshow Craving more Biggest Loser news? Click here On Tuesday, the five remaining contestants get a visit from... Mon, 23 Nov 2009 10:09:02 GMT Gail Gedan Spencer - Weight Loss Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-660-Weight-Loss-Examiner~y2009m11d22-Biggest-Loser-Where-Are-They-Now-2009-to-air-Wednesday-Check-out-these-photos?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-National-Fitness_and_Weight_Loss http://www.examiner.com/x-7150-Extreme-Weight-Loss-Examiner~y2009m11d22-Whats-the-skinny-on-the-Kate-Moss-hullabaloo?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-National-Fitness_and_Weight_Loss What's the skinny on the Kate Moss hullabaloo? You've probably read it by now. Kate Moss was quoted as saying "nothing tastes as good as skinny feels." The PC media police, misguided activists, and even some in the eating disorder field are... Mon, 23 Nov 2009 07:42:29 GMT Mark Rubi - Extreme Weight Loss Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-7150-Extreme-Weight-Loss-Examiner~y2009m11d22-Whats-the-skinny-on-the-Kate-Moss-hullabaloo?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-National-Fitness_and_Weight_Loss http://www.examiner.com/x-4607-Low-Carb-Examiner~y2009m11d18-The-400Calorie-fix-is-it-the-real-deal-and-can-it-work-in-your-low-carb-lifestyle?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-National-Fitness_and_Weight_Loss Nov 18, 2009 On tomorrow's episode of the Rachael Ray show, one guest will discuss how she lost 6 pounds in two days on this new diet plan called the "400-Calorie fix." The basis behind this diet is to consume 4 meals consisting of... Thu, 19 Nov 2009 02:24:22 GMT T.J. Freeman Jr. - Low Carb Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-4607-Low-Carb-Examiner~y2009m11d18-The-400Calorie-fix-is-it-the-real-deal-and-can-it-work-in-your-low-carb-lifestyle?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-National-Fitness_and_Weight_Loss http://www.examiner.com/x-14489-Extreme-Fitness-Examiner~y2009m11d17-How-does-a-civilian-athlete-become-Navy-SEAL-fit-Part-2?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-National-Fitness_and_Weight_Loss Back to the future with Jim K, a Perfect Fitness user who is Navy SEAL fit: here's how he got there.  How does change come to ones life? • an external stimulus which triggers a "special" mechanism in people's... Wed, 18 Nov 2009 02:55:28 GMT Alden Mills - Extreme Fitness Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-14489-Extreme-Fitness-Examiner~y2009m11d17-How-does-a-civilian-athlete-become-Navy-SEAL-fit-Part-2?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-National-Fitness_and_Weight_Loss http://www.examiner.com/x-2191-Personal-Training-Examiner~y2009m11d17-Pilates-bridge-exercise-of-the-week?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-National-Fitness_and_Weight_Loss A simple yet effective exercise to strengthen the core muscles, specifically the back extensors as well as the glutes. Can be done anywhere - no equipment needed. Appropriate for all levels of exercisers. View video for guidance on number of sets... Wed, 18 Nov 2009 00:58:23 GMT Jen Lesea-Ames - Personal Training Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-2191-Personal-Training-Examiner~y2009m11d17-Pilates-bridge-exercise-of-the-week?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-National-Fitness_and_Weight_Loss http://www.examiner.com/x-14775-Childhood-Obesity-Examiners~y2009m11d16-Chicago-area-students-invite-Sasha-and-Malia-Obama-to-join-their-childhood-obesity-prevention-club?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-National-Fitness_and_Weight_Loss The students from Galloway Elementary School in Channahon, IL who recently challenged other elementary schools across the state to a childhood obesity prevention contest have decided to invite Sasha and Malia Obama to become honorary members of their... Mon, 16 Nov 2009 23:26:32 GMT Rick and Pam Osbourne - Childhood Obesity Examiners http://www.examiner.com/x-14775-Childhood-Obesity-Examiners~y2009m11d16-Chicago-area-students-invite-Sasha-and-Malia-Obama-to-join-their-childhood-obesity-prevention-club?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-National-Fitness_and_Weight_Loss http://www.examiner.com/x-1943-Fitness-Examiner~y2009m11d12-2010-Fitness-Trends?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-National-Fitness_and_Weight_Loss For the past 4 years, the editors of the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM)’s Health & Fitness Journal have developed and widely disseminated an electronic survey to determine trends in the health and fitness industry. These results... Thu, 12 Nov 2009 23:55:45 GMT Stefan Pinto - Fitness Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-1943-Fitness-Examiner~y2009m11d12-2010-Fitness-Trends?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-National-Fitness_and_Weight_Loss http://www.examiner.com/x-14968-Senior-Fitness-Examiner~y2009m11d6-Working-after-retirement-is-healthy-for-you?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-National-Fitness_and_Weight_Loss DEAR JIM:  I retired last year after 37 years working for an accounting firm, but retirement is a lot less satisfying than I thought it would be.  I have more free time, and I don’t have to get up every morning to go to work, but... Sat, 07 Nov 2009 09:53:25 GMT Jim Evans - Senior Fitness Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-14968-Senior-Fitness-Examiner~y2009m11d6-Working-after-retirement-is-healthy-for-you?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-National-Fitness_and_Weight_Loss http://www.examiner.com/x-17648-Celebrity-Diet-and-Exercise-Examiner~y2009m11d6-Create-a-Fitness-Bucket-List?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-National-Fitness_and_Weight_Loss Loading your official "bucket list" (list of things you want to do before you kick the bucket) with fitness oriented goals is the perfect motivation to plan the majority of your vacations and professional endeavors... Sat, 07 Nov 2009 02:33:36 GMT Fitz Koehler - Celebrity Diet and Exercise Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-17648-Celebrity-Diet-and-Exercise-Examiner~y2009m11d6-Create-a-Fitness-Bucket-List?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-National-Fitness_and_Weight_Loss http://www.examiner.com/x-24185-Outdoor-Fitness-Examiner~y2009m11d2-Discover-pistachio-power-for-outdoor-fitness-energy?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-National-Fitness_and_Weight_Loss When you're planning a hike, it's essential to pack enough water and snacks.  Otherwise, you'll find yourself at that point I recently reached: half-way up the mountain...with all your snacks eaten!  The challenge: finding a... Tue, 03 Nov 2009 09:51:48 GMT Joanne Eglash - Outdoor Fitness Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-24185-Outdoor-Fitness-Examiner~y2009m11d2-Discover-pistachio-power-for-outdoor-fitness-energy?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-National-Fitness_and_Weight_Loss http://www.examiner.com/x-14353-Yoga-Examiner~y2009m10d20-Shilpa-Shetty-Yoga-is-the-only-answer-for-total-body-fitness-for-Bollywood?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-National-Fitness_and_Weight_Loss  With all the fitness choices to choose from, it's no wonder yoga ranks tops among Bollywood actresses like Kareena Kapoor, Shilpa Shetty and Kangana Ranaut. "I am completely into yoga," says actress Kareena Kappor.  The actress,... Tue, 20 Oct 2009 23:29:59 GMT Jordann Rawls - Yoga Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-14353-Yoga-Examiner~y2009m10d20-Shilpa-Shetty-Yoga-is-the-only-answer-for-total-body-fitness-for-Bollywood?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-National-Fitness_and_Weight_Loss http://www.examiner.com/x-20156-Diet-and-Exercise-Examiner~y2009m10d16-The-Cookie-Diet-is-it-real-or-another-fake?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-National-Fitness_and_Weight_Loss The Cookie Diet does it work or should you actually exercise and eat right for Life Time Fitness. Grandmaster Ted Gambordella, the Most Perfect Body in America thinks you should follow his 10 step program for Life Time Fitness. The Cookie Diet is... Fri, 16 Oct 2009 21:49:36 GMT Ted Gambordella - Diet and Exercise Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-20156-Diet-and-Exercise-Examiner~y2009m10d16-The-Cookie-Diet-is-it-real-or-another-fake?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-National-Fitness_and_Weight_Loss http://www.examiner.com/x-12025-Fitness-Tech-Examiner~y2009m10d7-The-Biggest-Loser-fitness-game?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-National-Fitness_and_Weight_Loss The new Wii Fit Plus came out earlier this week and now The Biggest Loser game is available for the Wii. You can replicate the experience of being on The Biggest Loser in the privacy of your own home. There are 4, 8, or 12 week fitness programs to... Wed, 07 Oct 2009 12:11:46 GMT Kathy Ahn - Fitness Tech Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-12025-Fitness-Tech-Examiner~y2009m10d7-The-Biggest-Loser-fitness-game?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-National-Fitness_and_Weight_Loss http://www.examiner.com/x-24395-Boxing-Fitness-Examiner~y2009m10d6-Fitness-boxing-warmups?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-National-Fitness_and_Weight_Loss A proper fitness boxing warm-up increases circulation, lubricates the joints, increases the heart rate and loosens up the muscles to be used. Start with a total body calisthenic to increase the heart rate like jumping rope, jumping jacks or jump and... Wed, 07 Oct 2009 03:37:06 GMT Joseph Andreula - Boxing Fitness Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-24395-Boxing-Fitness-Examiner~y2009m10d6-Fitness-boxing-warmups?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-National-Fitness_and_Weight_Loss http://www.examiner.com/x-19177-Home-Fitness-Examiner~y2009m9d28-Apparel-Rave--The-Fiona-Bra-and-Fitness-Capri-by-Moving-Comfort?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-National-Fitness_and_Weight_Loss Ladies:  if you are a C-DD cup and have ever experienced the frustration of  keeping "the girls" under control during high-impact activities, the Fiona sports bra by Moving Comfort will be your new best friend.  It is nearly... Tue, 29 Sep 2009 02:21:28 GMT Tiffany Moore - Home Fitness Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-19177-Home-Fitness-Examiner~y2009m9d28-Apparel-Rave--The-Fiona-Bra-and-Fitness-Capri-by-Moving-Comfort?cid=edition-by-channel-rss-National-Fitness_and_Weight_Loss