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Cheesy workout videos abound on the Internet. Aerobics instructors and jazzercise devotees back in the 80s had no idea how much joy their perfectly feathered hair, matching leotards and corny commentary would bring to us in the future! At That's Fit, we're rounding up a few of our favorite funny fitness videos. Some are the real deal, while others are purposely playful, but no matter what, they're sure to bring a smile to your face. If you have a favorite, be sure to share!

This week, our focus is on some amazing aerobics competitions. Seriously, where can we buy tickets?

San Francisco Bay Club on The Crystal Light National Aerobic Championship

The 1987 Crystal Light National Aerobic Championship
This video hits all the marks of a cheesy workout video. Awesome costumes? Check. Overly-enthusiastic attitude? Check. Hysterical (but perfectly performed) choreography? Oh, honey, you know it. As an added bonus, there are even leg warmers. Also, who knew doing "The Robot" counted as exercise?

3rd Kamikaze Czech Aerobic Open

Czech Aerobic Open 2008
Great aerobic videos don't have to go retro -- this is from just last year, and proves that the aerobics is alive and well in other parts of the world. We're just hoping our step instructor doesn't get any ideas.

1995 Aerobic Competition

Mixed Pairs Aerobic Competition, 1995
This gem features a male/female pair doing some impressive (and, according to the commentators, "innovative") maneuvers. In fact, once you get past the matching outfits (is that a tiger print?) and slouch socks, listening to the commentators is almost as much fun as watching the clip!

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]]>aerobicscheesy fitness videosCheesyFitnessVideosfunny fitness videosFunnyFitnessVideosvideoKristen SeymourFri, 20 Nov 2009 14:00:00 ESTKim Kardashian's Sexy Salad Commercialhttp://www.thatsfit.com/2009/11/20/kim-kardashians-sexy-salad-commercial/http://www.thatsfit.com/2009/11/20/kim-kardashians-sexy-salad-commercial/http://www.thatsfit.com/2009/11/20/kim-kardashians-sexy-salad-commercial/#commentsFiled under: ,

Kim Kardashian and her famous curves star in a new ad campaign for Carl's Jr. The reality star is promoting the fast food chain's salads, which she told People magazine "are healthy," which, she said, "fits what I'm about right now."

Well, we hate to break it to you, but that's only partially accurate. For starters, the reality TV star said she used diet pills to lose weight and even promotes Quick Trim. As for the salads, the Charbroiled Chicken Salad is not a terrible choice, weighing in with 250 calories, 9 g fat, 75 mg cholesterol and 590 mg sodium (before adding dressing), and the Side Salad barely counts with just 50 calories and 2.5 g fat. However, there's another option that's much, much worse: The Green Burrito Taco Salad.

Click on the video below to get a sneak peak of Kim Kardashian's sultry Carl's Jr. commercial. Story continues below the video.



This salad contains a whopping 970 calories, 58 g fat (19 of those being saturated), 75 mg cholesterol and 1850 mg sodium. And yes, most people probably know that, by its very nature, a taco salad is never the healthiest salad option. However, when Kim said, "The salads are healthy," you'd think there would be more than one diet-friendly meal option (one and a half, if you count the little side salad as a meal).

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]]>carls jr.charbroiled chicken saladfast foodgreen burrito taco saladhealthy saladKardashiankim kardashiansaladstaco saladKristen SeymourFri, 20 Nov 2009 13:00:00 ESTDance and Be Fit: Lower Body Burn DVD Reviewhttp://www.thatsfit.com/2009/11/18/dance-and-be-fit-lower-body-burn-fitness-dvd-review/http://www.thatsfit.com/2009/11/18/dance-and-be-fit-lower-body-burn-fitness-dvd-review/http://www.thatsfit.com/2009/11/18/dance-and-be-fit-lower-body-burn-fitness-dvd-review/#commentsFiled under:

Dance and Be Fit: Lower Body Burn

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Nobody can argue that dancers tend to have enviably long, toned legs. So, it makes sense that a dance-based fitness video would be designed to give you "strong, lean dancer legs," which is just what "Dance and Be Fit: Lower Body Burn with Kimberly Miguel Mullen" promises.

The video is 50 minutes long and divided into four segments -- a warm-up, cool down, and two 20-minute sculpting workouts.

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]]>dance and be fitDanceAndBeFitdvd-reviewsfitness dvdFitnessDvdlower body burnLowerBodyBurnKristen SeymourWed, 18 Nov 2009 12:00:00 ESTLululemon SIGG Water Bottle Giveaway Reminder: Have You Entered Yet?http://www.thatsfit.com/2009/11/18/lululemon-sigg-water-bottle-giveaway-reminder-have-you-entered/http://www.thatsfit.com/2009/11/18/lululemon-sigg-water-bottle-giveaway-reminder-have-you-entered/http://www.thatsfit.com/2009/11/18/lululemon-sigg-water-bottle-giveaway-reminder-have-you-entered/#commentsFiled under:

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When fashion and function combine, it's definitely a good thing, which is why we're loving these fabulous Lululemon SIGG water bottles. And, this week, one That's Fit reader will win his or her choice of an "I Love Yoga" or "I Love Running" water bottle!

Feeling lucky? Head on over to the original giveaway post (not here!) and leave a comment. But do it soon -- we'll be selecting a winner on Friday at 5 p.m. ET, so time is running out!

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]]>contestgiveawaylululemonreusable water bottlesReusableWaterBottlessiggwater bottlesWaterBottlesKristen SeymourWed, 18 Nov 2009 11:00:00 ESTKate Moss' 'Skinny' Statement is Food for Thoughthttp://www.thatsfit.com/2009/11/17/kate-moss-skinny-statement-is-food-for-thought/http://www.thatsfit.com/2009/11/17/kate-moss-skinny-statement-is-food-for-thought/http://www.thatsfit.com/2009/11/17/kate-moss-skinny-statement-is-food-for-thought/#commentsFiled under:

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Kate Moss recently told WWD that her motto is, "Nothing tastes as good as skinny feels," (and then went on to say that, of course, that's impossible to follow).

Now, as someone who's interested in fashion, I think Moss is fascinating. However, as a woman who feels very strongly that women need healthy role models to look up to, I have issues with her waif look, so this statement got me fairly fired up. Whether you're aspiring to lose weight or not, it's important that you enjoy foods in a healthful way, and Moss' statement is far from showing a healthy attitude toward food.

But then, I got to thinking about her real meaning behind this. I mean, yes, Kate Moss is skinny. But her statement actually brings up a good question that applies to all of us -- are there any foods out there that you're willing to put on a little weight for?

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]]>dietfavorite foodskate mossskinnysupermodelKristen SeymourTue, 17 Nov 2009 14:00:00 ESTWin a Lululemon SIGG Water Bottle!http://www.thatsfit.com/2009/11/16/win-a-lululemon-sigg-water-bottle/http://www.thatsfit.com/2009/11/16/win-a-lululemon-sigg-water-bottle/http://www.thatsfit.com/2009/11/16/win-a-lululemon-sigg-water-bottle/#commentsFiled under:

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You're undoubtedly familiar with Lululemon -- it's one of the most popular brands of athletic wear around, known for being high quality and totally stylish. And SIGG is even more well-known, having made sports bottles for over 100 years. In addition to being tough and eco-friendly, they offer lots of designs, including some fun designs by the aforementioned Lululemon.

The colors are bright and the message is clear -- you love running! Or yoga! (Or both, if you're extra thirsty.)

And this week at That's Fit, you have a chance to win your choice of an I Love Running or I Love Yoga Lululemon SIGG water bottle!

  • To enter, leave a confirmed comment below telling us whether you're a runner, a yogi, or something in between.
  • The comment must be left before 5 p.m. ET on Friday, November 20, 2009.
  • You may enter only once.
  • One winner will be selected in a random drawing.
  • One winner will receive his or her choice of one I Love Yoga or I Love Running Lululemon SIGG water bottle (valued at $25).
  • Open to legal residents of the 50 United States, the District of Columbia and Canada (excluding Quebec) who are 18 and older.
  • Click here for complete Official Rules. Winner will be notified by e-mail, so make sure to check next week to find out if you've won!

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]]>aluminum water bottleAluminumWaterBottlecontestgiveawayi love runningi love yogaILoveRunningILoveYogalululemonsiggwater bottleWaterBottleKristen SeymourMon, 16 Nov 2009 11:00:00 ESTFitness Fashion: Skirts With Legshttp://www.thatsfit.com/2009/11/13/fitness-fashion-skirts-with-legs/http://www.thatsfit.com/2009/11/13/fitness-fashion-skirts-with-legs/http://www.thatsfit.com/2009/11/13/fitness-fashion-skirts-with-legs/#comments
running skirt

Photo: SkirtSports.com

Running skirts are rising in popularity faster than teenagers' hemlines, and for good reason. They're comfortable, flattering and, generally speaking, quite functional with handy pockets.

There's just one problem -- once winter rolls around, bare legs aren't exactly ideal. Even if you're heading to an indoor workout, the few minutes it takes you to go from the car to the gym in the freezing temperatures can do a number on your muscles. But what if your skirt -- your favorite, comfy running skirt -- had legs?

SkirtSports offer just that in their ToughGirl Skirt ($90), and it comes in a variety of colors -- the "Hot Legs" version even has a fun print on the leg. You get all the benefits of yoga pants or leggings, but there's nothing skin-tight to your bum. Now, that's a design I can get behind! As far as functionality goes, the ToughGirl Skirt has two hidden pockets as well as a SonicMusic Port for your headphones.

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]]>athletic wearAthleticWearcold weather workoutsColdWeatherWorkoutsfit-beautyleggingsrunningrunning skirtrunning skirtsrunning tightsRunningSkirtRunningSkirtsRunningTightsworkout gearWorkoutGearKristen SeymourFri, 13 Nov 2009 13:00:00 ESTEat Better With These Kitchen Gadgetshttp://www.thatsfit.com/2009/11/12/eat-better-with-these-kitchen-gadgets/http://www.thatsfit.com/2009/11/12/eat-better-with-these-kitchen-gadgets/http://www.thatsfit.com/2009/11/12/eat-better-with-these-kitchen-gadgets/#commentsFiled under:

You inspect the labels of the food you buy, and you fill your cart with fresh, tasty produce and whole grains. But how will you prepare it all?

Sometimes, cooking a healthful meal can be intimidating -- we've all experienced this. It's a heck of a lot easier when you have the right gadgets!

This week, FitSugar is sharing several tools that make healthy eating easier than ever. For example, an indoor grill or herb pot makes it easier to prepare your favorite meal with less fat and sodium (but with all the flavor). A nutritious meal filled with veggies is a little more exciting when your vegetables are sliced and diced in new and different shapes with a fancy dicing machine. And, it's certainly easier to slow down while you're eating if you're using utensils that don't allow you to shovel the food into your mouth!

Get more terrific tool ideas at FitSugar!

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]]>cooking toolsCookingToolsfitsugarhealthy cookinghealthy eatingHealthyCookingHealthyEatingkitchen gadgetsKitchenGadgetsKristen SeymourThu, 12 Nov 2009 11:00:00 ESTYo-Yo Dieting: Like a Drug (Really)http://www.thatsfit.com/2009/11/11/yo-yo-dieting-like-a-drug/http://www.thatsfit.com/2009/11/11/yo-yo-dieting-like-a-drug/http://www.thatsfit.com/2009/11/11/yo-yo-dieting-like-a-drug/#commentsFiled under:

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Have you ever gone on a diet and felt like you were going through withdrawal from lack of chocolate and sweets? A new study by Boston University has found that you're not too far off base, reports ScienceNOW.

In fact, there are a few parallels between yo-yo dieters and drug addicts, says co-author of the study and Boston University neuroscientist Pietro Cottone. It's not just the good feeling you get when you eat, say, chocolate cake, that makes you go back for more. The study found that dieters also seek out those foods to avoid the negative feelings they experience when they don't have those foods, similar to an addict trying to avoid withdrawal, he explains.

Researchers in the study gave rats cycles of normal and then chocolate-flavored rat chow, and saw some surprising results. Rats in the control group (all regular food) ate about the same amount every day, while rats who occasionally got chocolate food began to eat far more when they got the chocolate-flavored food, but less when presented with regular food. Additionally, according to ScienceNOW, the chocolate-fed rats exhibited signs of anxiety when the chocolate-flavored food was taken away. (Um, how many of us can relate to that?)

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]]>addictionchocolatecomfort fooddietingdrug addictDrugAddictemotional eatingEmotionalEatingfood addictFoodAddictweight lossWeightLossyo-yo dietingYo-yoDietingKristen SeymourWed, 11 Nov 2009 14:00:00 ESTStressed Women Eat High-Calorie Comfort Food, Study Findshttp://www.thatsfit.com/2009/11/09/stressed-women-eat-high-calorie-comfort-food-study-finds/http://www.thatsfit.com/2009/11/09/stressed-women-eat-high-calorie-comfort-food-study-finds/http://www.thatsfit.com/2009/11/09/stressed-women-eat-high-calorie-comfort-food-study-finds/#commentsFiled under:

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Are you a woman who reaches for fatty foods when stress sets in? If so, you're not alone. A recent study by the University of California-San Francisco found that women experiencing chronic stress ditch their diets and load up on comfort foods, reports Shine.

The study, which surveyed 600 women, found that most women not only opt for foods that might normally be off-limits, but they also beat themselves up about it. And, as the author of the Shine article pointed out, that's hardly surprising -- most of my girlfriends follow that same pattern.

This isn't the first study to look at the relationship between stressed out women and comfort food. A study from Cornell a few years back had similar findings, including the fact that these foods triggered feelings of guilt in many women. It also found that men and women seek out different kinds of comfort food, with men preferring protein-dense treats, like steak or meatloaf, while women jones for sweet, high calorie snacks (chocolate and a pint of ice cream, ladies?).

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]]>comfort foodcomfort foodsComfortFoodComfortFoodsemotional eatingEmotionalEatinghigh caloriehigh-calorie foodhigh-calorie foodsHigh-calorieFoodHigh-calorieFoodsstress eatingStressEatingwomenKristen SeymourMon, 09 Nov 2009 12:00:00 ESTWorld Run Day 2009 is This Sunday!http://www.thatsfit.com/2009/11/06/world-run-day-2009-is-this-sunday/http://www.thatsfit.com/2009/11/06/world-run-day-2009-is-this-sunday/http://www.thatsfit.com/2009/11/06/world-run-day-2009-is-this-sunday/#commentsFiled under:

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Lace up your running shoes and get ready to celebrate -- Sunday, November 8 is World Run Day 2009!

World Run Day was conceptualized in 1999 by veteran runner Bill McDermott, who told Active.com, "The idea was an international day of charity, built around running. I thought if we could just focus on one day, wouldn't that be great for all of us?" The first actual World Run Day was the following year, and after September 11, 2001, McDermott refocused his energy into the holiday to make it something people all over the world could take part in.

The idea of World Run Day is that, rather than having to run in a specific organized event to raise money for a cause, people can raise money and just go out for a run on their own. If you'd like to participate in a group event, Active.com has a list of World Run Day events near you.

A day just for running and helping charity that doesn't romanticize a marathon? Nobody can object to that!

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]]>charity runCharityRunracerun for charityRunForCharityrunningworld run dayworld run day eventsWorldRunDayWorldRunDayEventsKristen SeymourFri, 06 Nov 2009 17:00:00 ESTDry on the Fly: Tips and Tricks to Dry Your Hair Fasthttp://www.thatsfit.com/2009/11/06/dry-on-the-fly-tips-and-tricks-to-dry-your-hair-fast/http://www.thatsfit.com/2009/11/06/dry-on-the-fly-tips-and-tricks-to-dry-your-hair-fast/http://www.thatsfit.com/2009/11/06/dry-on-the-fly-tips-and-tricks-to-dry-your-hair-fast/#comments

Fit beauties don't have time for this nonsense every morning! Photo: Ted West, Central Press/Getty Images

As the temperatures dip, drying your hair before leaving the house becomes more important than ever. Hey, I remember the days of watching my wet hair freeze while waiting for the bus as a kid. Not such a big deal in the third grade, but when you're an adult on your way to work? That's a look you want to avoid.

If you work in your workouts before heading to work, there are a few tools and products that can cut your drying time down significantly.

When it comes to the dryer, Sedu is tough to beat. Sarah James of Hair Thursday says, "I love my Sedu 4000i Hair Dryer. It cuts drying time in half, and actually isn't that big, given how powerful it is. Total lifesaver when you're in a time crunch!"

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]]>fit-beautyhair carehair dryerHairCareHairDryerpost-workout beautyPost-workoutBeautyKristen SeymourFri, 06 Nov 2009 15:00:00 ESTValerie Bertinelli: Losing it and Keeping Fithttp://www.thatsfit.com/2009/11/05/valerie-bertinelli-losing-it-and-keeping-fit-dvd-review/http://www.thatsfit.com/2009/11/05/valerie-bertinelli-losing-it-and-keeping-fit-dvd-review/http://www.thatsfit.com/2009/11/05/valerie-bertinelli-losing-it-and-keeping-fit-dvd-review/#commentsFiled under: ,

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Valerie Bertinelli is a total inspiration. She worked hard, lost weight, and looks amazing. And now, she has a fitness DVD -- "Valerie Bertinelli: Losing it and Keeping Fit."

The DVD is divided into three sections: a 20-minute Level 1 workout, a 40-minute Level 2 workout, and then Bonus Features. Both workouts feature Bertinelli with celebrity personal trainer Christopher Ross Lane, who was instrumental in helping the actress sculpt her new body.

Obviously, the workouts worked for Bertinelli. But is this DVD right for you? I tested out both workouts to find out.

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]]>celebrity fitnessCelebrityFitnessdvd-reviewsfitness dvdFitnessDvdvalerie bertinelliValerieBertinelliworkout dvdWorkoutDvdKristen SeymourThu, 05 Nov 2009 12:00:00 ESTHave You Entered to Win This Fabulous Tote Bag?http://www.thatsfit.com/2009/11/05/have-you-entered-to-win-this-fabulous-tote-bag/http://www.thatsfit.com/2009/11/05/have-you-entered-to-win-this-fabulous-tote-bag/http://www.thatsfit.com/2009/11/05/have-you-entered-to-win-this-fabulous-tote-bag/#commentsFiled under:

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The Elspeth New York Royalton Tote.
Photo: elspethnyc.com
The Elspeth New York Royalton Tote is a flawless combination of fashion and function. It looks fabulous with any outfit, whether you're heading to work or to workout, and it has compartments for everything from shoes and shampoo to your billfold and keys.

This week, we're giving one away to a lucky That's Fit reader -- all you have to do is head over to the original post and leave a comment (not here!). If you haven't entered to win yet, hurry up! The giveaway ends tomorrow!

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]]>bagelspeth new yorkElspethNewYorkgiveawaygiveaway reminderGiveawayRemindergym bagGymBagroyalton toteRoyaltonToteKristen SeymourThu, 05 Nov 2009 11:00:00 ESTHabits Healthy People Have in Commonhttp://www.thatsfit.com/2009/11/05/habits-healthy-people-have-in-common/http://www.thatsfit.com/2009/11/05/habits-healthy-people-have-in-common/http://www.thatsfit.com/2009/11/05/habits-healthy-people-have-in-common/#commentsFiled under:

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Ever wonder what super-healthy people have in common? Turns out, many of them share the same habits.

Sure, some of them are obvious, like getting plenty of vitamin C and regularly exercising. We all know we should be doing that. But what about gargling? Or getting a massage? Did you have any idea these actions could help ward off sickness?

It turns out they can, and there's more surprising information where that came from. To learn how to incorporate new ways into your life, and to find out about more healthy habits, head on over to FitSugar for the full scoop! And don't forget to come back and let us know which of these healthy habits surprised you most.

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]]>healthyhealthy habitshealthy peopleHealthyHabitsHealthyPeoplemassageregular exerciseRegularExercisevitamin cVitaminCKristen SeymourThu, 05 Nov 2009 10:30:00 ESTElspeth Royalton Tote Ultimate Gym Bag Giveawayhttp://www.thatsfit.com/2009/11/02/elspeth-royalton-tote-ultimate-gym-bag-giveaway/http://www.thatsfit.com/2009/11/02/elspeth-royalton-tote-ultimate-gym-bag-giveaway/http://www.thatsfit.com/2009/11/02/elspeth-royalton-tote-ultimate-gym-bag-giveaway/#commentsFiled under:

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The Elspeth New York Royalton Tote.
Photo: elspethnyc.com
Nothing ruins a perfectly put-together outfit like a big, ugly duffel bag. Whether you carry your stuff from the gym to school, or from work to a workout, wouldn't it be great to have one bag that serves double duty?

The Elspeth New York Royalton Tote is a perfect option. It's nylon (easy to clean) with a leather trim (so it looks elegant). The large interior with three big pockets is roomy enough to hold your clothes and everything else you need for the day, and two sliding pockets give you a place to store your shoes.

Oh, and this week, we're giving one away to a lucky That's Fit reader. And entering to win is simple!

  • To enter, leave a confirmed comment below telling us about the biggest problem you have with carting your workout gear around town. Do you forget things? Lose them? Just can't fit it all?
  • The comment must be left before 5 p.m. ET on Friday, November 6, 2009.
  • You may enter only once.
  • One winner will be selected in a random drawing.
  • One winner will receive an Elspeth New York Royalton Tote in brown (valued at $285).
  • Open to legal residents of the 50 United States, the District of Columbia and Canada (excluding Quebec) who are 18 and older.
  • Click here for complete Official Rules. Winner will be notified by e-mail, so make sure to check next week to find out if you've won!

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]]>contestduffel bagDuffelBagduffle bagDuffleBagelspethgiveawaygym bagGymBagtoteKristen SeymourMon, 02 Nov 2009 14:00:00 ESTVertical Marathons: Are You Up to Run This Race?http://www.thatsfit.com/2009/11/02/vertical-marathons-are-you-up-to-run-this-race/http://www.thatsfit.com/2009/11/02/vertical-marathons-are-you-up-to-run-this-race/http://www.thatsfit.com/2009/11/02/vertical-marathons-are-you-up-to-run-this-race/#commentsFiled under:

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Would you run a vertical marathon? Photo: Bo Watson, Flickr

So, you can run 26.2 miles on the ground and think you're pretty hot stuff, huh? How do you think you would fare if you had to take your race in an upward direction?

Though you might not have tried it, vertical marathons are actually fairly common. On November 15, if you're in the Chicago area, you can take part in Skyrise Chicago Tower Up at the Willis Tower. With 2109 steps, you'll be climbing North America's tallest set of stairs, and you can climb by foot or by using specially installed hand cycles. And lucky you -- they're still accepting registration!

The following weekend, Swissôtel Vertical Marathon 2009 lets you race to the top of one of Southeast Asia's tallest hotels, located in Singapore. Last year, a new record for climbing the 73 stories was set at six minutes, 52 seconds. Think you can beat it? Registration for this year is closed.

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]]>marathonraceracing up stairsRacingUpStairsstair climbingstair racingStairClimbingStairRacingswissotelunusual racesUnusualRacesvertical marathonVerticalMarathonwillis towerWillisTowerKristen SeymourMon, 02 Nov 2009 13:00:00 ESTEditor Trades Car Service for Bikehttp://www.thatsfit.com/2009/10/30/editor-trades-car-service-for-bike/http://www.thatsfit.com/2009/10/30/editor-trades-car-service-for-bike/http://www.thatsfit.com/2009/10/30/editor-trades-car-service-for-bike/#commentsFiled under: ,

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Editor of Self magazine, Lucy Danziger, has the option of getting a free ride to work every morning. Nevermind the black town car provided by Condé Nast. Insead, Danziger is practicing what she preaches on the pages of her magazine, riding her bike to work most days, according to The New York Times.

The motivation behind this choice is twofold. For one thing, it's active and healthy, which fits right in with Danziger's lifestyle. According to The New York Times, on the morning they caught up with the editor, she'd already run six miles before leaving (on her bike) at 8 a.m.

Additionally, it's a nod to the chilly economic climate. With all of the publications Condé Nast has shut down and the budget cuts they've asked remaining mags to make, it makes perfect sense that employees would find alternate means of transportation. It seems as though Danziger is leading by example, however, can you imagine Anna Wintour doing such a thing?

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]]>bikebike to workBikeToWorkcar serviceCarServicecyclingexpire-images:2010-10-29lucy danzigerLucyDanzigermagazine editorMagazineEditorself magazineSelfMagazinetransportationKristen SeymourFri, 30 Oct 2009 15:00:00 ESTFatty Dishes Disappear From Menushttp://www.thatsfit.com/2009/10/30/fatty-dishes-disappear-from-menus/http://www.thatsfit.com/2009/10/30/fatty-dishes-disappear-from-menus/http://www.thatsfit.com/2009/10/30/fatty-dishes-disappear-from-menus/#commentsFiled under: ,

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Fatty foods, a thing of the past? Photo: Gwen Bubbles, Flickr

Two years ago, the authors of "Eat This, Not That" published a list of the 20 Worst Foods in America. Since then, half of those unhealthy dishes have either changed their nutritional content drastically or have been taken off the menu altogether, reports Men's Health (via Today).

Could this be the start of a trend where restaurants offer menus filled with good-for-you meals?

Well, that might be stretching it, but it does look like many restaurants are taking lists like the one mentioned above seriously. For example, gone is Ruby Tuesday's Colossal Burger, as well as Baskin-Robins Chocolate Oreo Shake. With books like "Eat This, Not That" on the market, more and more Americans are educating themselves about the food available at restaurants, and when we know that a meal packs a day's worth of calories, fat and sodium, most of us are not as likely to order it.

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Yoga facilitates weight loss in multiple ways. Sure, you get the physical benefits -- increased strength and flexibility -- but there's more to it, and that's a large part of what Element: Yoga for Weight Loss seeks to benefit.

Instructor Ashley Turner is not only a well-known and respected yoga instructor, but she also has a Master's in Counseling Psychology. She combines physical instruction and mental application to give students the greatest benefit from their yoga practice.

Like the other Element videos, Yoga for Weight Loss is filmed in a beautiful outdoor setting, and instructions are given in a voice over. But of all the yoga DVDs out there, is this the right one for you?

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