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Workout Playlist: Which Songs Get You Exercising?

Diet & Weight Loss, Fitness

Keep track of the latest in diet and fitness Twitter trends and opinions with this weekly post. Not only will AOL Health's Twitter alias Healthpop and That's_Fit ask fitness-related questions and share the best responses with you, we'll scour the Twittersphere for the latest buzz on everything from good eats to exercise routines gone bad.

Crank up the music and hit the gym. A few new songs on your iPod could be just what you need to get your exercise routine back into the swing of things (especially before Thanksgiving dinner wreaks havoc on your diet). We turned to the fantastically fit folks on Twitter to find out which tunes get them pumped for a workout. Turns out the musical stylings of Lady Gaga get a lot of gym goer's ready for a workout.

PrestoCait
PrestoCait
prestocait @Thats_Fit Right now, "Bad Romance" Lady Gaga, and @paramore's new album "Brand New Eyes"
ColletteAM
ColletteAM
ColletteAM@Thats_Fit top picks - Whitney Houston "Every Woman" anything Justin Timberlake (yum!), The Demonstrators "Paper Runnin", E Major "Make It"
biggirleats
biggirleats
biggirleats@Thats_Fit I just rediscovered my love for Daft Punk!
areynolds65
areynolds65
areynolds65 Def Leppard tunes make a very motivational workout soundtrack!
carlykakasuleff
carlykakasuleff
carlykakasuleff The extent you push yourself during your workout greatly depends on the tunes on your iPod - amazing how easy things are when ur pumped up!.
celeste_w
celeste_w
celeste_w you know, i really love the songs used in car commercials... would be great exercise tunes!
charmful
charmful
charmful Awesome workout music: Metallica, Lenny Kravitz, Lady Gaga, Beyonce, ACDC, Fallout Boy, Rihanna, Britney Spears.
filmgeekchic
filmgeekchic
filmgeekchic Burning a requested copy of my Lady Gaga music (hey its good gym music!) for my boss. I'm not going to ask...or judge...much.

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Gym Pet Peeves: What Drives You Crazy?

Diet & Weight Loss, Fitness

Keep track of the latest in diet and fitness Twitter trends and opinions with this weekly post. Not only will AOL Health's Twitter alias Healthpop and That's_Fit ask fitness-related questions and share the best responses with you, we'll scour the Twittersphere for the latest buzz on everything from good eats to exercise routines gone bad.

Hauling your cookies to the gym is tough enough without the added stress of irritating workout habits from other gym-goers. From awkward staring to uncleaned exercise equipment, see what gym and workout pet peeves drive the fine folks on Twitter a little bonkers.

acthealthy
acthealthy
acthealthy @Thats_Fit What are your biggest gym pet peeves? What drives you nuts when you are trying to work out? Hands down, bad form.
acthealthy
StaciAtTheGym
StaciAtTheGym @Thats_Fit my biggest gym pet peeve is when guys stop what they're doing to watch u. Stop it guys it's creepy.
acthealthy
BeccaHeisler
BeccaHeisler One of my all time biggest pet peeves is when people do not clean their machine at the gym when they're a done. SO GROSS.
acthealthy
TamaraKenyon
TamaraKenyon People who talk on their phones while at the gym annoy me.
acthealthy
minimarsh6
minimarsh6 pet peeve: when people wear gym clothes (wicking shirt, workout pants, sneakers) and heavy makeup with clearly NO intention of working out

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Crazy Workouts: Which Ones Have You Tried?

Diet & Weight Loss, Fitness

Keep track of the latest in diet and fitness Twitter trends and opinions with this weekly post. Not only will AOL Health's Twitter alias Healthpop and That's_Fit ask fitness-related questions and share the best responses with you, we'll scour the Twittersphere for the latest buzz on everything from good eats to exercise routines gone bad.

Hopping on the treadmill and sweating it out on the elliptical are things of the past for many of Twitter's fittest tweeters. They've put traditional workouts on the back burner and are trying something new. Check out which exercise waters they've tested.

adragon
adragon
adragon @Thats_Fit Windsurfing, it was more mental than physical.
BeautyEditorNYC
BeautyEditorNYC
BeautyEditorNYC @Thats_Fit craziest workout I ever tried was hula hoop yoga
amaconamac
amaconamac
amaconamac Probably Jukari Fit to Fly - swinging around on a trapeze is serious work! (seriously!) here's my review: http://bit.ly/10rMs0
AshtonJade
AshtonJade
AshtonJade Who knew pole dancing was so tough my body is aching everywhere but that can only mean one thing - was a good workout !
erinmmoore
erinmmoore
erinmmoore Attended my first Zumba class this morning. It was crazy, but good. I might be hooked.

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Diet Fads: Which Ones Have You Tried Out?

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Keep track of the latest in diet and fitness Twitter trends and opinions with this weekly post. Not only will AOL Health's Twitter alias Healthpop and That's_Fit ask fitness-related questions and share the best responses with you, we'll scour the Twittersphere for the latest buzz on everything from good eats to exercise routines gone bad.

We've heard it all. From the Atkins Diet to chowing down on raw foods to the cookie diet craze, trendy ways to shed the pounds have always attracted followers. And while the jury is still out on which ones work and which ones don't, our fellow Tweeters have a lot to say about their forays into fad diets. [Note: That's Fit is not endorsing any of the below diets.]

theantijared
theantijared
theantijared @HealthPop Eating fruits vegetables and lean meats for life is pretty weird [Editor's Note: Saracasm detected here]
SusanCha
SusanCha
SusanCha Cookie Diet and Wii Fit... might be a good combo http://short.to/sl7q
smylie
smylie
smylie Wait, there's a Cookie Diet, and it also involves shakes? Sign me up, please! http://bit.ly/1UaSKz
SeeJonSell
SeeJonSell
SeeJonSell Chicken wings for lunch. Man I love the atkins diet.
WeLoveDJDanger
WeLoveDJDanger
WeLoveDJDanger @Nayrod Specific diets never work for me. I did South Beach & failed miserably. Then tried the cabbage soup diet, that lasted a day..Hahha!
J_ren
J_ren
J_ren SO tired of grapefruit breakfast diet. Where are my scrambled eggs & bacon with a side order of toasted sourdough smothered in french butter

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Candy Cravings Already: Is a Healthy Halloween Possible?

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Keep track of the latest in diet and fitness Twitter trends and opinions with this weekly post. Not only will AOL Health's Twitter alias Healthpop and That's_Fit ask fitness-related questions and share the best responses with you, we'll scour the Twittersphere for the latest buzz on everything from good eats to exercise routines gone bad.

There's candy wrappers all over the office, and when we get home, the first thing we reach for is the Halloween dish. Turns out all the cool Twits out there are craving seasonal treats now, too. Here's how they try to strike a balance between indulging and eating mindfully:

MobiMom
MobiMom
MobiMom Finally broke into the "hidden" bag of Halloween candy - oh, no - this is NOT good....
JaredCastle
JaredCastle
JaredCastle Halloween trivia: A cup of candy corn has fewer calories than a cup of raisins. Candy corn (22 pieces) is 140 calories. http://short.to/sl7q
leslie_dennis
leslie_dennis
leslie_dennis Halloween candy should be counted as a food group unto itself. I've already had 3 Smarties and a Now & Later. I'm wired!
pbsparents
pbsparents
pbsparents Plan for a healthy Halloween. Instead of candy, give stickers, pencils or small change w/ a note saying "Treat yourself!"
khat0511
khat0511
khat0511 Just bought enough halloween candy to choke a whale.. it's all staring at us now.. if i don't look, the calories don't count, right?
ColletteAM
ColletteAM
ColletteAM @Thats_Fit I couldn't care less about Halloween candy. 1) I'm vegan & 2) Its junk. If I want chocolate it's gotta be the best.

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Food Journals: How Helpful Are They?

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Keep track of the latest in diet and fitness Twitter trends and opinions with this weekly post. Not only will AOL Health's Twitter alias Healthpop and That's_Fit ask fitness-related questions and share the best responses with you, we'll scour the Twittersphere for the latest buzz on everything from good eats to exercise routines gone bad.

We can't help but notice everyone's a-Twitter over Tweeting What They're Eating (@TWYE) these days, so we checked into see what people had to say about keeping a food journal on and offline:

FormerFatChick
FormerFatChick
FormerFatChick What I do to really assess myself is to keep a food and workout journal-that way you realize what kinds and how much food you're having.
Melissatamborra
Melissatamborra
Melissatamborra I've been keeping a food diary for a long time. I weigh&measure everything. &count every calorie.
HanafyHanafy
HanafyHanafy
HanafyHanafy Food scanner app on iPhone makes it so easy to build a food diary from barcodes (Weighty Matters) http://tinyurl.com/ydc8yve
Gadamsh
Gadamsh
Gadamsh Accomplishment for the day: All smiles on my food diary diagnostic. Which is amazing- I usually go over on sodium. I guess I'm improving! :)
gypsyraven
gypsyraven
gypsyraven I'm trying 2eat healthier since I have to keep a food diary for my trainer now...so no more 8 slices of bacon 4 brekkie
georgeaye
georgeaye
georgeaye just started a 30 day food diary with my wife using google docs. Not sure if I've just created a monster
eleanorc
eleanorc
eleanorc oh gosh a food diary is harsh! Mine would read: 12 Jaffa cakes, packet of Doritos, wine, more wine etc lol
flissy666
flissy666
flissy666 I'm keeping a food diary and have realised that I am in complete denial about the amount of snacks I have before dinner!
turtleprogress
turtleprogress
turtleprogress @HealthPop I track my food in an online journal now and it has definitely helped. I use Sparkpeople!

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Fall Weather - Time to Head Outdoors or Indoors to Exercise?

Diet & Weight Loss, Fitness

Keep track of the latest in diet and fitness Twitter trends and opinions with this weekly post. Not only will AOL Health's Twitter alias Healthpop and That's_Fit ask fitness-related questions and share the best responses with you, we'll scour the Twittersphere for the latest buzz on everything from good eats to exercise routines gone bad.

Does the brisk weather keep you sticking to your fitness DVDs and gym equipment, or do you head outside to work out? We liked what advice these Twitterers had to offer on the subject:

hiddenart1111
hiddenart1111
hiddenart1111 A beautiful fall morning here! Remember the joy of outdoor exercise. Make time for it and you will add joy to your day!
LaJodi
LaJodi
LaJodi Beautiful day here, again. Think I'll skip the gym and opt for outdoor exercise. Maybe a bike ride or a run. Can't decide yet...
artbyeve
artbyeve Back from the outdoor gym....that would be the "Sidewalk", folks. Jogged 3 miles. Exercise is great for the body and mind. Just do it!

kellene23
nerdtacularism
nerdtacularism wind sucks when you're trying to ride a bike - i am done with outdoor exercise probably by Nov 1st - cool air=asthmaFail
qazkatarin
qazkatarin
qazkatarin weather is finally cooling enough to make outdoor exercise not completely sucktastic. Did a 2-10-2mile run-bike-run combo today.
RunningDude
RunningDude
RunningDude 52 degrees outside.. perfect weather to ride a bike to work, so I did. Plus the exercise did my legs good. Looking forward to the weekend.
Alice__Rose
Alice__Rose
Alice__Rose Been outside on the trampoline bouncing for 30mins solid. My knees are actually killing but I got in a good session of exercise. :)
ladieswotyacht
ladieswotyacht
ladieswotyacht nightmare, it was so cold outside today I could hardly get warmed up... thank god for the Exercise DVD!

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Diet Soda - Time to Cut it From Our Diets for Good?

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Keep track of the latest in diet and fitness Twitter trends and opinions with this weekly post. Not only will AOL Health's Twitter alias Healthpop and That's_Fit ask fitness-related questions and share the best reponses with you, we'll scour the Twittersphere for the latest buzz on everything from good eats to exercise routines gone bad.

At That's Fit, we have long been joining the conversation about diet soda, weighing in on whether it helps you shed weight, or if it is actually a cause of extra pounds. This week we went to Twitter to see what the trending topics were around calorie-free soda. Here's what these tweeps had to say:

renagerie
renagerie
renagerie There are studies showing that people eat more when the drink diet soda. Not true for me, though.
derekzarn
derekzarn
derekzarn I only see fat people drink diet soda, thus I have come 2 the conclusion that diet soda makes one fat. MYSTERY SOLVED! Dont drink diet soda!

Diet_Diva
Diet_Diva
Diet_Diva Cut out all soda asap! Death in a can. Seriously, water is the best, next tea. No diet soda either; will make you fatter!!
DavidGirton
DavidGirton
DavidGirton Diet Soda has NO nutritional value...so, is it really helping your fitness goals?

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Fun Ways to Burn Calories

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Keep track of the latest in diet and fitness Twitter trends and opinions with this weekly post. Not only will AOL Health's Twitter alias Healthpop and That's_Fit ask fitness-related questions and share the best reponses with you, we'll scour the Twittersphere for the latest buzz on everything from good eats to exercise routines gone bad.

This week we wanted to know your creative ways to burn calories. You offered up these gems via Twitter:

Jend420
Jend420 @That's_Fit Kickboxing is my favorite workout! Gets heart rate up and works the core
Cdngirl2
Cdngirl2
Cdngirl2 @Healthpop Dancing or playing with my kids!
FitBottomedGirl<
FitBottomedGirl
FitBottomedGirl @Healthpop Tennis and running for sure!



Others chatting about this topic offered up these tweetspirations:



bowlwest
bowlwest
bowlwest Want a fun way to burn some calories? The average bowler burns 240 per hour!
kedoitbest
kedoitbest
kedoitbest Fun Fact #1: A 1 minute kiss burns 26 calories.SOO people trying to lose weight there's a fun way
Brianna_Graves
Brianna_Graves
Brianna_Graves Spinning is fun, burns a lot of calories, and strengthens your legs. I loved doing it!

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Everyone's A-Twitter Over the U.S. Open

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Keep track of the latest in diet and fitness Twitter trends and opinions with this weekly post. Not only will AOL Health's Twitter alias Healthpop and That's_Fit ask fitness-related questions and share the best reponses with you, we'll scour the Twittersphere for the latest buzz on everything from good eats to exercise routines gone bad.

As we enter day five of the U.S. Open, which runs until September 13th, tennis came up on our fitness- and sports-related trending topics radar. Here's what these tweeps had to say about the game:

newyearsnight
newyearsnight
newyearsnight I love tennis, because it is not only physical but a mental sport, you need to be calculating and graceful while moving..love it!
Lore741
Lore741
Lore741 Tennis is more than a sport. It involves dedication, courage, and strength; and as a fan, I feel part of it all!
mojinx
mojinx
mojinx Playing tennis feels great, physically, mentally. Feel lucky to witness Roger's exquisite game and Rafa's power.
futuredead
futuredead
futuredead Why all the fascination with the US open? Table tennis is far superior.
LoriWelander
LoriWelander
LoriWelander tennis is great exercise whether competitive or social; watching pro's in usopen improves my game plus exciting

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Going to the Gym - a Love-Hate Relationship?

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Keep track of the latest in diet and fitness Twitter trends and opinions with this weekly post. Not only will AOL Health's Twitter alias Healthpop and That's_Fit ask fitness-related questions and share the best reponses with you, we'll scour the Twittersphere for the latest buzz on everything from good eats to exercise routines gone bad.

Does going to the gym give you energy to face the rest of your day, or is it an obligation you dread all day? Here's what motivates (or aggravates) these Tweeps:

Qtip1423
Qtip1423 And the day gets better; our receptionist just told me I look slimmer. Looks like those torturous gym visits might be working after all!
RachWilks
RachWilks
RachWilks Going to the gym to test my new shoes and hit on a guy. I'm not ashamed--I take motivation wherever I can get it!
maureenmcq
maureenmcq
maureenmcq It's always a good morning when the scale says down a pound. Thanks, weird eliptical machine at the gym.
esjesj
esjesj
esjesj i can't find motivation to go to the gym. my glutes and abs are too sore to move. why do i have to go?
YKeithley
YKeithley
YKeithley Did I mention I hate the gym? It is so hard. But I tell myself it is for a healthy life.. ok I am leaving now!
lexlevite
lexlevite
lexlevite @ the gym for a great workout...which will no doubt set me up for a GREAT DAY! Its so good to b ALIVE

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Go-To Get Fit Gear and Snacks

Diet & Weight Loss, Fitness, Reviews & Products

Keep track of the latest in diet and fitness Twitter trends and opinions with this weekly post. Not only will AOL Health's Twitter alias Healthpop and That's_Fit ask fitness-related questions and share the best reponses with you, we'll scour the Twittersphere for the latest buzz on everything from good eats to exercise routines gone bad.

What are the top gym bag must-haves -- or if you work out at home, what do you just gotta have? Here's what these Twitters were talking about this week:


bluehealerdiary
bluehealerdiary
bluehealerdiary @ Healthpop Home: free weights, weight bench, chin up bar, jump rope, treadmill, spin bike and lots of DVDs.
plumblossom23
plumblossom23
plumblossom23 I live in my fit flops (hubby says they've done wonders for my bum! LOL)
candelastudio
candelastudio
candelastudio @That's_Fit Clif Bar Oatmeal Raisin Walnut An ideal snack pre- or post-workout, or any time you need an energy boost.
mrgregoc
mrgregoc
mrgregoc Pedometer works great at helping me reach my weight goals. I'm noticing that I pay more attention to when I walk, how much I walk, etc.

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To Exercise on Vacation, or Not?

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Keep track of the latest in diet and fitness Twitter trends and opinions with this weekly post. Not only will AOL Health's Twitter alias Healthpop and That's_Fit ask fitness-related questions and share the best reponses with you, we'll scour the Twittersphere for the latest buzz on everything from good eats to exercise routines gone bad.

That's the question everyone is a-Twitter about these days. Here's what these Twits had to say:


ColletteAM
ColletteAM
ColletteAM @ Thats fit it's the best time to exercise for me. I can take my time and enjoy it
fiercejourney
fiercejourney
fiercejourney Vacation day! The plan: eat healthy, fun with fitness - running the hills of course, and time with my kids. What is your dream day?
carrieburrows
carrieburrows
carrieburrows I exercise on vacation every day. 1 hour per day Boot Camp style. Short, fast but highly effective. Love to walk as well!
AngeloPalazzo
AngeloPalazzo
AngeloPalazzo I do not exercise when on vacation! A cigar in one hand n a coffee in the other! Lmfao!
MizzouAlumPrez
MizzouAlumPrez
MizzouAlumPrez Just back from a spa vacation with lots of exercise and healthful dining for EVERY meal...and no alcohol is served? Pizza, not on menu.
palermosisters
palermosisters
palermosisters Only exercise if my vacation is a ski trip! (And by that I mean skiing = exercise)

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Surprising Sources of Fitness Inspiration

Diet & Weight Loss, Fitness

Keep track of the latest in diet and fitness Twitter trends and opinions with this weekly post. Not only will AOL Health's Twitter alias Healthpop and That's_Fit ask fitness-related questions and share the best reponses with you, we'll scour the Twittersphere for the latest buzz on everything from good eats to exercise routines gone bad.

This week we asked, "Who's your fit inspiration?" Here's what these twitterers had to say.


shirley huang esq
ShirleyHuangESQ
ShirleyHuangESQ @Thats_Fit jessica biel angela bassett and definitely dara torres
Carolyn Lawrence
Carolyn Lawrence
Carolyn Lawrence @Thats_Fit actually my role models are my grandparents, because I learned from them what I don't want to become.
bodybypizza
BodyByPizza
BodyByPizza @HealthPop -- My fitness role model is def @jillianmichaels. I've been practicing what she preaches & she is the REAL DEAL!! -68lbs so far!


Others chatting about this topic offered up these tweetspirations:



elle917
elle917
elle917 just watched the much awaited "The proposal" movie ... Sandra is so fit. shes an inspiration.
flossyfoss
flossyfoss
flossyfoss needed inspiration to start working out! goin to order "fit in your jeans by friday" by miss kim!
RachelLynnnn
RachelLynnnn
RachelLynnnn Bout to get my fitness on. Seeing Gwen's crazy ass abs was enough inspiration to leave me in the gym for hours each day.

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Vegetarian, Vegan or Flexitarian Diet? - Twitter Fit Tips

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man eating vegetarian meal
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Welcome to Twitter Fit Tips. Keep track of the latest diet and fitness Twitter trends and opinions with this weekly post. Each week AOL Health's Twitter alias Healthpop and That's_Fit will post fitness-related questions and the best tweet responses will get posted here. Start following Healthpop and That's_Fit today.

This week we asked, "Would you go/why have you gone vegetarian/vegan?" And these fit Twitters had these tweet replies:

dmtweets@Thats_Fit Started because I was allergic to meat and milk. Cut everything else because I believe it's right.

ColletteAM@Thats_Fit became vegetarian @ 11yo for animals, vegan @ 20yo when I had my 1st child so we could have a long healthy life together.

jend420@Thats_Fit Wouldn't go Vegetarian. Love vegs. Love animals. But no issues eating said animals. The body needs animal proteins, iron, etc.

thenewswineflu@Thats_Fit I could never, ever give up sushi. And I am aware of the Califauxrnia roll. Still, no way in hell :)

priorfatgirl@HealthPop I think I'm pretty close to being a Flexitarian

Get_Lean_Fast@HealthPop Would be hard...Chicken and fish have so much nutritional value

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