Several summers ago, I hosted a young boy from a Russian orphanage. He lived with me for nearly two months. During that time, I picked up quite a bit of Russian and he learned even more English. As 8-year-old boys are prone to do, he tended to fall off his bike and scooter quite a bit. Every time he'd get up and say "Ni chevo!" which roughly translates into something like "no big deal" or "no sweat!" Every time he'd say "Ni chevo," I'd nod and respond with the English colloquialisms. If anyone in his orphanage spoke English, they may wonder why he came back from America talking about not sweating!

"No sweat" is one of those phrases that has worked its way into our culture. There's a subtle implication that sweating is a problem. But, in most cases, sweat is a good thing. While everyone sweats at a different rate, sweat during physical activity isn't a bad thing. But, unfortunately, it can be a bad thing for our noses. If you want to take the odor out of your sweaty workout, Good Housekeeping has a review on odor-free socks and sweat-wicking workout clothes.

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Need something to remind you to eat your veggies every day? How about wearing some broccoli right smack dab on your shirt?

Check out these witty one-liner t-shirts made by FoodTees and DietDetective.com. Made to fit women, men, children, toddlers, and babies, these super slogan shirts are organically made and benefit non-profit organizations aiming to teach kids about nutritious eating.

Not quite sure about sporting veggies on your front side? Maybe a yoga bag, apron, or tote is more up your alley. To explore your veggie options, head on over to the FoodTee Market and see what you might toss in your virtual shopping cart. Check out this gallery too for available veggies and their catchy phrases.

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I'm watching Dancing with the Stars right now, and for the most part almost all of the contestants have one thing in common. Hot bodies! Now, I'm not usually one to shout 'hot body', but these people look outstanding. Good for them. As an athlete, I watch and think about the days I use to have hours to do nothing but train all day. I loved being so incredibly lean in athletic. Wouldn't it be nice if we were all paid to dance all day? Or swim, kickbox, run all day. Whatever. We'd all have HOT BODIES too!

Well reality doesn't usually allow us 8 hour training days, but we can still get that sexy look without our own show. Attaining a lean muscular physique requires, weight loss and strength training. Got it. We talk about that all the time. Now I'm going to address the other little 'bonus' things they do to look so great for the show.

• Self tanner. Go spray tan somewhere or do it at home. Tanning lotions are safe and give a nice brown color that will enhance the definition of the muscles you already have. *Tanning in the sun or tanning bed is dangerous, and will destroy your skin. Avoid that OK?
• Show off your assets! If you love your arms, go sleeveless. Got great legs? Show em off. These dancers cover and show their favorite parts strategically. You should do the same.
• Wear high heels. They do make your legs look longer, and force your calves into a constant flexed position. Very sexy looking!
• Actually do your hair and makeup. They don't doof around on this one. If you're a girl...go all out girlie! Guys..try gel.
• Fitted shirts and boot cut pants on the men. YUMMY!

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