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Let Lauren Conrad Dress You

Martin Neumann — Mon, 05 Oct 2009 11:00:05 +0000

Even though we’re missing her on The Hills , Lauren Conrad is keeping busy. Last week the reality star launched her LC Lauren Conrad for Kohl’s line in LA. The affordable “California-inspired” line is filled with cute separates like jeans and knit tops but there are also a few pieces that would look great in a yoga and Pilates studio too. These pieces are on sale now and we’re loving how affordable the prices are – nothing shown here is over $25! I am thinking the tank and leggings would look lovely on a Pilates Reformer layered with either shirt for walking to and from class. What about you?

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Strike a Yoga Pose: Handstand Scorpion

Dr Joe — Mon, 05 Oct 2009 10:00:57 +0000

There are so many variations of scorpion pose like Locust Scorpion and Forearm Stand Scorpion , but Handstand Scorpion is my favorite. It’s one of the most challenging poses you can try because it requires the three zingers – balance, strength, and flexibility. Sanskrit Name: Vrschikasana B English Translation: Scorpion B Pose Also Called: Handstand Scorpion To learn how to do this pose read more. I know this pose is insanely difficult, so if handstand isn’t happening for you quite yet, practice this pose in front of a wall . Begin in Downward Facing Dog . If you’re in front of a wall, place your fingertips 15 inches away from the wall. Walk your feet as far as you can toward your hands. Lift your right leg in the air, coming into Three-Legged Dog . Bend your left knee slightly and jump off the ball of your left foot, coming into handstand. Find your balance and slowly bend your knees, arching your back and lowering your toes toward the top of your head. If you’re in front of a wall, lean the tops of your feet into the wall and inch them down toward your head. Hold this pose for five breaths, then straighten your legs up to the ceiling and lower them back into Down Dog.

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Do You Grocery Shop the Same Day Every Week?

Martin Neumann — Sun, 04 Oct 2009 05:30:12 +0000

I like to go to the grocery store a couple times a week so I can pick up fresh produce and use it up before it goes bad. I typically go the same days – Sunday and Wednesday. What about you? Do You Grocery Shop the Same Day Every Week? Yes, I grocery shop the same day(s) every week. No, I shop whenever I need food. I don’t do the grocery shopping.

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October Is National Popcorn Poppin’ Month

Dr Joe — Sat, 03 Oct 2009 05:30:06 +0000

It’s that time of the year again . . . popcorn month! Did you know that Americans eat 16 billion quarts of this popular snack every year? Take my quiz and test what other popcorn trivia you know. Take the quiz

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Weekend Workout: 1-Legged Moves That Don’t Require Equipment

Martin Neumann — Sat, 03 Oct 2009 05:00:04 +0000

Weekends are often jam-packed with traveling, errands, spending time with friends and family, and house chores, which means you can’t always fit in a regular workout. So here are some strength training moves you can squeeze in when you have a few minutes. They don’t require any equipment so you can do them anywhere. The first move will tone your glutes and hamstrings, the second targets your upper body, and the third move is great for your thighs and abs. Complete each move in this order, and repeat for a total of three times. Reverse Elbow Plank With Leg Lifts One-Legged Dolphin Dive Side Plank Star Still itching for more? Check out these Weekend Workouts to learn how to tone other areas of your body.

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5 Things: Apples

Dr Dreams — Fri, 02 Oct 2009 07:50:00 +0000

The old adage “An apple a day keeps the doctor away” seems to be true. This common fruit is a powerhouse when it comes to nutrition. Here are five facts to ensure this fruit becomes the apple of your eye. Apples are in season now and they are a relatively inexpensive fruit. Plus they don’t lose much of the nutritional punch if they are stored for long periods of time, making them a perfect autumnal fruit. They travel well, too – throw one into your bag in the morning for a snack later in the day. A medium apple contains three grams of fiber, which is 10 percent of your daily recommended intake. Eating 30 grams of fiber per day has been shown to decrease your risk of developing ovarian cancer. Apples contain both soluble and insoluble fiber . This means they’ll help decrease your LDL cholesterol (the bad kind) as well as help keep you regular.

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Speak Up: Do You Fit the Physical Stereotype of Your Nationality?

Martin Neumann — Thu, 01 Oct 2009 14:00:27 +0000

In my yoga class last week, I asked one of my students if she was Italian, and she answered, “Yes, did you know because of my big butt?” I was stunned. I said, “No because of your last name. And first of all your booty is far from big, and second of all, I’ve never heard that Italians are known for their big bums.” I’m definitely not one to promote insensitive, big blanket statements about stereotypes, but some folks identify them and other just plain don’t. I am wondering about you. Do you fit the bill when it comes to physical features commonly associated with your ethnic background or not?

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Are Marathons Bad For You?

Sean Duffy — Thu, 01 Oct 2009 12:00:57 +0000

With marathon season winding down (NYC marathon is 11/1) there is an ongoing debate in the medical field over the effect the 26-mile race has on the heart. Some scientists are claiming that running a marathon causes long lasting damage to the heart, while others say the damage is only temporary and is brought on by the extreme physical demands of the race. Last year studies were conducted in Australia, Canada, and Germany measuring the effect running a marathon had on the hearts of elite to novice runners. Tests were given on the participants immediately before and after running a marathon. The end findings were similar across the board – the participants showed marked blood indicators of cardiac damage. “We measure those same blood markers when someone comes in to the emergency room and we suspect a heart attack,” says Davinder S. Jassal, MD, an assistant professor of cardiology, radiology, and physiology at the University of Manitoba as told to the New York Times . Blood profiles like those displayed by the runners are similar to those in a very mild heart attack.” Those scientists that oppose the findings, site that the research is premature and the studies were too small. They also say that accurate results cannot be determined since researchers in the original studies did not follow up with any of the participants after the race day. A later second study conducted in Canada seems to support this claim – a week after completing a marathon, researchers followed up with the runners and found none of the initial damage was lasting. As the debate continues please keep in mind that running long distances is definitely taxing on the heart. Check out our tips to avoid any risks while training and share your own tips with us below.

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Would You Undergo a Mastectomy to Protect Yourself From Breast Cancer?

Sean Duffy — Thu, 01 Oct 2009 05:47:44 +0000

A diagnosis of breast cancer is a life-changing moment that will affect almost 200,000 women this year. If faced with the diagnosis, one question your doctor will ask you to consider is whether or not you would remove a non-cancerous breast to protect yourself against the disease. The procedure is called prophylactic mastectomy , and a recent study shows that it’s on the rise. The study, conducted by the American Cancer Society, found that patients in New York who had cancer in one breast but also removed their non-cancerous breast doubled during the period of 1995-2005. During that same period there was also a slight increase in cancer-free patients who chose to remove both healthy breasts. It’s likely that these women were at high risk because of family history, or they tested positive for the gene mutation associated with the disease. This is why actress Christina Applegate opted for the double mastectomy. Although prophylactic mastectomy dramatically reduces the risk of developing breast cancer in the future, it has not been shown to increase the chances of survival from already existing breast cancer. However, many patients choose to undergo the procedure to quell anxiety . As we begin our coverage of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, I am curious to know what you would do in this situation . . . Would You Undergo a Mastectomy to Protect Yourself From Breast Cancer? I would not remove a healthy breast. I would remove both healthy breasts if I was at high risk because of family history or a gene disposition. If I was diagnosed with breast cancer in one breast, I would also remove my healthy breast.

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Twilight Star Shows Off New Bod

Dr Dreams — Tue, 29 Sep 2009 19:30:50 +0000

The idea of an actor gaining weight for a movie has been a hot topic lately. Let’s keep the conversation going with Twilight ‘s Taylor Lautner , who packed on 30 pounds to reprise his role as werewolf Jacob Black in the sequel, New Moon . Skepticism was expressed over Lautner’s ability to match the growth spurt his character experiences in the book as casting for the second installment began last year. In the book, Jacob has a significant growth spurt, turning him into a 6-foot-5, 200-pound teenager who looks a mature 25 years old. Lautner rose to the challenge, and new shirtless photos of the 17-year-old actor show his efforts were not in vain. In under a year, the actor went from scrawny to hunky, with an eight-pack to boot! To see how he buffed up, read more. When asked how he gained the 30 pounds of muscle, Lautner told Us Magazine that it took “a lot of hard work. Eating, working out – a lot of stuff.” Despite the achievement of getting the bod and winning back his role, Lautner is a little embarrassed by all the attention: “It’s actually quite uncomfortable knowing so many people are seeing that [a shirtless Jacob]!” Expect Lautner to bulk up even more for the next two sequels of the Twilight series – Eclipse and Breaking Dawn . In the book series, Jacob grows up to be an impressive 6-foot-7!

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