Everything You Need to Know About Exer-Gaming

By Barbara Brody Is hitting an imaginary ball with an imaginary racquet or following an avatar personal trainer as good as "regular" exercise? Here's what you should know. What is exer-gaming? Everything You Need to Know About Exer-Gaming Exer-games are video games that get your whole body moving. The two most popular options are the Wii Fit Plus and the Xbox 360 Kinect....

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Feeling Angry, Resentful, or Self-Critical? Make the Positive Argument.

SelfargumentI've discovered an almost uncannily effective strategy to keep myself from going into downward spirals of resentment, blame, and self-accusation -- when, for instance, I find myself brooding over thoughts like, "I'm not getting enough work done" or "My daughters don't get along very well." When I realize I'm having thoughts like this (and I'll admit, just realizing that...

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Can a Negative Emotion Like Regret Actually Help Make You Happier? I Think So.

RegretAssay: Lately, I've been thinking a lot about the important role of negative emotions in a happy life. Some people seem to believe that the purpose of a happiness project would be to achieve a life in which you were 100% happy, 100% of the time. This isn't realistic, and in any event, even if it were possible, it wouldn't be desirable. Negative emotions are a key part...

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8 Ways to Improve Your Memory

8 Ways to Improve Your MemoryBy Eliana Osborn Memory often starts slipping in small ways, like when you forget to make a restaurant reservation or misplace an important document. And though some instances can be chalked up to absentmindedness, others are good reminders that, as with the rest of your body, what you do on a day-to-day basis has an impact on your brain....

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5 Yoga Poses for Stress Relief

http://fourgreensteps.com/community/images/stories/4800283740_6f0312ccbd_z.jpgWritten by Kaley Hall, Four Green Steps.com Hold each one of these asanas (poses) for a few moments to relax your body and open your mind when you get stressed. Be conscious of your breath and let yourself focus on the present and where you are right now and not what's going to happen later...

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Bike your way to a better body

CorbisBy Rozalynn S. FrazierYou know two-wheeling it is a great way to shape up (and torch 500-plus calories per hour), but did you know that you can always get more out of your ride? Take these cues from Olympic gold medalist Kristin Armstrong (nope, no relation to Lance). Get in tuneIf your bike's been on hiatus for more than six months, take it for a tune-up (basic ones...

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9 easy ways to boost your mood this week

A better mood could be as simple as catching some more zzz's.Credit: sxc.hu/nurcen, nurcen When your motivation level is at an all-time low or you're just looking for a refreshing change of pace, it's time for a mood-boosting activity. Boredom, malaise and a depressed mood can take their toll on your mental and physical well-being. Worrying and fretting can leave you feeling...

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4 Get-Svelte Eating Tricks That Really Work

By Sarah Jio, Glamour magazine Yes, it's true, when it comes to weight loss it really boils down to calories in, calories out. But we're more complicated beings than that. Sometimes we need to resort to a little trickery. Here are four tricks to help you eat less and feel satisfied at the same time. Related: The Most Glamorous Celebrities of 2011 1. Sip on seltzer: We...

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The #1 Reason You're Not Losing Weight

By Sharon Tanenbaum How many calories have you eaten today? And how many should you consume if you're trying to maintain your current weight or lose those last 10 pounds? If you're like most Americans, you probably don't know the answers to these calorie-counting questions, according to a new survey from the International Food Information Council (IFIC) Foundation,...

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Healthy, Delicious Alternatives to the Ten Worst Ingredients

Last week I wrote about the 10 Worst Food Ingredients, and why you should avoid buying any products that contain them. The response to those suggestions has been huge, and one of the most popular replies has been... "Well, what can I eat then?"We thought you'd never ask. A general rule of thumb that will keep these unhealthy ingredients out of your body is: Buy organic,...

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