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Donny Osmond, Barack Obama, and Natural Beauty - Week in Review - December 22 to December 28
If you missed our daily postings this past week, we invite you to take some time to catch up on our prior week's news and gear up for a new week of healthy living information and inspiration.You know that a healthy diet and regular exercise can help you reach your fitness goals. But what about your thoughts? Do they play a role? Laura thinks so and has three tools to help you get started.
Carnie Wilson shares one of her favorite "side effects" of weight loss -- more sex.
You thought you learned how to do it when you were six, but are you tying your shoes correctly? Let Kristen teach you how.
Don't have a whole hour? Don't worry. Bev tells us that 30 minutes in the gym is golden.
Fitz interviews Donny Osmond and finds him pleasant, warm, funny and fit.
Just in time for a little post-holiday down time -- Kristen has natural beauty treatments you can do right at home.
President-elect Barack Obama appears even more fit than ever in Hawaii. Presidential fitness, indeed.
Economy hitting you where it hurts? Bev tells you how to get fit for zip.
Finally, start gearing up for January 1, when That's Fit teams up with AOL Health for America Takes it Off: Shrink a Size!
Happy New Year, everyone!
The Big O, Belly Bloat, and the Obama Diet - Week in Review December 1 to December 7
If you missed our daily postings this past week, we invite you to take some time to catch up on our prior week's news and gear up for a new week of healthy living information and inspiration.Recently discovered: The best weight loss drink in the world! What is it? Jonny will tell you. (Hint: It's free and you can get it from your kitchen faucet.)
use spend in the bedroom. Laura has six tips for better sex. Hey, it can't hurt ... might help, right?
Trying to squeeze into a slinky black dress for that holiday party? Fitz tells you how to banish the bloat from your belly for the big night.
Get fit on a treadmill without using your feet? Yes, really. Let Fitz andWiggle Anthony Field teach you some innovative new moves.
A lifetime of crash dieting may (may) leave you thin, but happy? Not so much. Valerie Frankel speaks out about the 150 diet plans she's tried over the years.
When a character in a Stephen King story gets on a treadmill, weird things are sure to happen. Find out how the king of scary feels about exercise machines.
Don't wait until 2009 to make your New Year's resolutions. Bev has 13 things you can do right now for a fitter 2009.
He's not only President-elect, he's also a great role model for good nutrition. Find out how Barack Obama eats.
Have a great week everyone!
Horatio Sanz, Thanksgiving Recovery, and Wu Long Tea - Week in Review November 24 to November 30
Not like you need a reason to go bananas, but if you did, Jacki's got 'em.Thanksgiving officially kicked off the holiday season. Laura has seven secrets for sticking to your diet between now and January 1st.
Horatio Sanz will never lose his sense of humor, but he did lose 100 pounds. Check him out now!
Karla wonders if you can go home again ... without picking up the bad habits you learned there. Hear more about her internal battle between North and South.
Wu Long tea: Real weight loss miracle or just another celebrity diet fad? You be the judge.
If you overdid it this Thanksgiving, don't sweat it ... undo it! Fitz tells you how.
San Francisco 49ers stars Steve Young and Jerry Rice visit Biggest Loser Families. Find out what happened.
Are you walking in a winter wonderland? Before you start digging out, read up on how to approach shoveling as a workout.
When you're done catching up with your favorite That's Fit posts, hop over to Holidash for more tips on staying healthy and fit this holiday season.
Jenna Vaught, Victoria's Secret, and Thanksgiving - Week in Review November 17-23
If you missed our daily postings this past week, we invite you to take some time to catch up on our prior week's news and gear up for a new week of healthy living information and inspiration.Looking for inspiration? Meet Jenna Vaught, Miss America Plus Elite 2007. Maggie recently interviewed her and Jenna shared her story with us.
Victoria's Secret models are known for their perfect bodies. But they don't sacrifice good nutrition to get them.
Thanksgiving is just a few short days away. Jacki tells us how to avoid that post-dinner food coma.
Speaking of Thanksgiving food comas, Bev dares you to lighten up by replacing one of your Thanksgiving Day casseroles with something healthier. She double dog dares you. Will you do it?
Want to feel like a kid again? Try Punk Rope. It'll make you feel like you never left the playground.
Do you have a sugar habit? Find out what happened when I tried to nip mine in the bud.
Kids love sour candy, but sour candy doesn't love their teeth. Find out why.
Think you don't have time to work out? If the Obamas can make time, so can you.
It'll give you six-pack abs, but your neighbors might stare ... behold, the Rowbike.
Freshman 15, Back Fat, and Kate Winslet - Week in Review November 10 to November 16
If you missed our daily postings this past week, we invite you to take some time to catch up on our prior week's news and gear up for a new week of healthy living information and inspiration.The Freshman 15 is closer to the Freshman six to nine. (That's not an excuse to bong another beer.) It's a lot less fun taking pounds off than putting them on, so keep an eye on that weight gain either way.
Did you win the MOTOROKR S-9 Wireless Headset from the Fit Beauty Giveaway? Check back next week to find out!
Fitz has a workout routine that will having you saying bye-bye to back fat once and for all.
Eating lunch out today? Try one of these options for a meal that's under 400 calories.
Stephanie Hobbs lost 44 pounds! Find out more about how she did it.
Kate Winslet insecure? Not exactly, but find out why she said, 'Once a fat kid, always a fat kid.'
'Tis the season ... for apple cider. How many calories are in your mug?
Snacking after your workout? Find out why you might want to wait.
Have a great week everyone!
Week in Review: October 13 to October 19
If you missed our daily postings this past week, we invite you to take some time to catch up on our prior week's news and gear up for a new week of healthy living information and inspiration.What's Jennifer Hudson's secret to staying fit when she's too busy to exercise? Find out here.
Is this controversial ad appropriate? Most of our readers thought so. What do you think?
Quit doing those crunches the wrong way! Debra shows you a more effective method.
Sheryl Crow puts her health first ... do you?
Trying to lose the belly fat? Jacki shares why you should try olive oil.
It's almost time for ski season. Bev will help you get in shape, just in time.
Fitz talks to Ron Pitts. Find out how this NFL sportscaster makes time for exercise.
Have a great week everyone!
Week in Review: October 6 to October 12
If you missed our daily postings this past week, we invite you to take some time to catch up on our prior week's news and gear up for a new week of healthy living information and inspiration.Love coming home to a home cooked meal? Debra shares five healthy dinners to cook in your CrockPot.
Barack Obama is on the cover of Men's Health. Find out how a Presidential nominee stays fit.
Got a picky eater at home? Maybe you're making one of these six food mistakes parents make.
Do you use protein powders? Chris has the facts on using them safely.
Kids love cartoons, but are cartoons good for kids' health? Learn more.
Can't stop eating? Jacki has some ideas on why you might be hungrier than usual.
Do you need to get fit to wear your Halloween costume? You might if you wear one of these.
Are you tweeting? If so, follow That's Fit on Twitter!
Week in Review: September 28 to October 6
If you missed our daily postings this past week, we invite you to take some time to catch up on our prior week's news and gear up for a new week of healthy living information and inspiration.The Japanese have gone bananas over the new Morning Banana Diet, while PETA has just plain gone bananas, suggesting that we all start eating breast milk ice cream.
Sure, you could lose weight eating eggs at every meal, but why would you?
Krispy Kreme trys to find its niche in a failing donut market, with ice cream. What's your favorite indulgence?
Bar Refaeli is committed ... to her legs. Find out why she looks so good.
Her sister lost weight, and now she looks older. Fitz weighs in on why.
The cooler weather is officially here, Chris shares several ways to keep your health from going south this winter.
Have a great week, everyone!
Week in Review: September 22 to 28
If you missed our daily postings this past week, we invite you to take some time to catch up on our prior week's news and gear up for a new week of healthy living information and inspiration.
We're expecting our first frost next week, though it was 85 degrees today. Fall weather is unpredictable. If you're an outdoor exerciser, keep an eye on the weather and plan ahead for a safe workout. Find inspiration in this week's posts:
We're expecting our first frost next week, though it was 85 degrees today. Fall weather is unpredictable. If you're an outdoor exerciser, keep an eye on the weather and plan ahead for a safe workout. Find inspiration in this week's posts:
- Sure, those Spanx may make you look good. But are they good for you? Martha has the answer.
- You watched them lose the weight. Find out how your favorite Biggest Losers are doing now.
- Got hungry kids in the morning? Debra's got 10 healthy breakfasts for them ... and you.
- Looking to save some money on your grocery bill and eat healthier at the same time? Maggie tells you how.
- Kelly Osbourne cut out beer to lose weight. Find out what other tips she has to offer.
- Chris wants you to get up off your butt and make your workout work for you.
- Ever wondered what it's like to be an Olympian? Fitz gets the scoop from Nastia Liukin.
- Laura wants you to have bugs for lunch -- probiotics, that is.
Week in Review: September 15 to September 21
This week, we finally saw the last of Hurricane Ike, after it finished wreaking havoc from Texas all the way to the Northeast. Ike was big and mean, and our thoughts are with our readers impacted by the devastation and destruction this storm caused.
Here's what else we've been talking about this week:
- Hey, you're exercising. That's great! But are you making one of these three fitness mistakes?
- Brooke Shields shows off her Calvin Kleins -- the exact pair she wore at age 15. How does she do it? Kristen dishes the dirt.
- Wrinkles bothering you? Get a face lift... for your refrigerator!
- Working out at home is an easy way to get fit. But what if your house could help you work out?
- Got some time to burn today? Use it wisely -- burn an extra 500 calories!
- Blogging's a great hobby, we'll agree. But not if it causes you to gain weight. Find out more about blogger bloat.
Week in Review: September 1 to September 7
If you missed our daily postings this past week, we invite you to take some time to catch up on our prior week's news and gear up for a new week of healthy living information and inspiration.Have you changed-up your fitness routine lately? I used to squeeze in my daily walk whenever I had time. But now that we're walking to school every day, it just makes sence to keep on walking after drop-off. No more excuses! As always, if you need inspiration, you can find it in our daily posts. Here's a few from this week:
- If you aren't reading Karla Carrington's new feature The Good, the Fat, and the Hungry, well, you should be! Karla's trying to lose 40 pounds and is sharing her experience with the rest of us.
- What kind of pregnancy cravings have hit Rebecca Romijin? Jerry O'Connell (and Jacki) tell all.
- Bravo TV's personal trainer Jackie Warner has three stay-thin secrets. Find out what they are.
- Mary Kearl asks our female readers over 40: How do you lose weight?
- Beyonce packs on the pounds for a movie role ... then realizes she has to take them back off.
- Oprah is a more popular hiking partner than President Bush. Find out what else people are saying about outdoor recreation.
Week in Review: August 25 to August 31
If you missed our daily postings this past week, we invite you to take some time to catch up on our prior week's news and gear up for a new week of healthy living information and inspiration.Goodbye August, goodbye summer... hello September! Whether you're busy loading kids onto the school bus, heading off to college or taking classes, or are just gearing up for the changing weather, your routine is probably changing. Prevent stress by eating right, exercising regularly, and reading That's Fit for the latest in fitness news, including some of this week's posts:
- Ever wonder how the "Desperate Housewives" stay so slim? Competition!
- Insomnia can steal your energy for working out. Learn about the 10 foods that might help you get a good night's sleep.
- Make sure your youngster is getting a healthy mid-day meal with these healthy lunch tips.
- Think you're being moderate with the medium soda from the drive-thru? Think again!
- Sure, it may smell sweet. But burning incense has been linked to cancer.
- Are you a beginner at weight loss? Chris has a few tips for those first few workouts.
- Want to know how Jessica Alba lost the baby weight? Her trainer tells all.
- That seat warmer is great in the cold winter months, but men might want to think twice before using it.
- Got a kid that's resisting their back-to-school bedtime? Here's one more reason for not budging when it comes to healthy sleep.
Have a great week everyone!
Week in Review: August 11 to August 17
If you missed our daily postings this past week, we invite you to take some time to catch up on our prior week's news and gear up for a new week of healthy living information and inspiration.School starts for my kiddos tomorrow, which pretty much means summer is over for our family of four. Back to early bedtimes, homework routines, and all sorts of fun learning. If you are in the market for learning during this back-to-school season, you might want to study up on these great posts.
- It's a good thing school is about to start, because most kids put on weight over the summer months. This post tells all.
- Could it be those large, hot, gooey pretzels that are packing the pounds on your kids -- and you? Martha says it's a real possibility.
- Want to shed a few and get in tip-top shape? Kristen shares some Olympic secrets that will set you on the right track.
- Maggie lets us in on some weight training Do's and Don'ts.
- We're on a roll in the fitness department this week. Fitz wants you to try this cool tool for bettering your pull-ups, push-ups, dips, decline rows, scull crushers, planks, and more.
- Bev might be headed for a marathon soon -- if she can build up her tolerance for lots of beer. Intrigued? Check out the full story here.
- Chris tells us to pay attention to the carbs we get from fruits and veggies.
- And Debra tells us to hurry up and enjoy what's left of summer with these healthy frozen drinks.
Week in Review: July 28 to August 3
If you missed our daily postings this past week, we invite you to take some time to catch up on our prior week's news and gear up for a new week of healthy living information and inspiration.Goodbye July, hello August! Back-to-school is on its way, but you still have plenty of time to squeeze in some beach and vacation time. Keep up your fitness routine the last few weeks of summer with these great posts from the past week.
- Are you getting fit in the pool this summer? Jacki shares a simple way to clear your water-logged ears.
- Bev shows you how to look to the stars for fitness inspiration.
- Maggie teaches us to learn the difference between real hunger and the kind that makes me want to visit the ice cream store every night.
- Need motivation to exercise? Let your computer do the work for you by signing up for inspiring emails.
- Kevin Federline is making a fitness DVD. No, really.
- The dog days of summer are here. Debra shares some healthy treats for those hot and sweaty kids.
- Feel like your life is a circus? Get the whole family moving with CircusFit.
Week in Review: July 7 to July 13
If you missed our daily postings this past week, we invite you to take some time to catch up on our prior week's news and gear up for a new week of healthy living information and inspiration.Baby, it's hot outside! Hopefully, the heat isn't standing in between you and your workout routine. If you feel a little like you're wilting, just look to this week's posts for a little inspiration:
- Are excuses stopping you from exercising? Maggie has 20 "no excuses" ways to workout.
- Attention men over the age of 50: Chris wants to tell you the secrets of MANopause.
- If you're eating tilapia for a healthy heart, I tell you why you might want to make a different choice.
- Want to really get in touch with your body? Try Fitz's naked pushups.
- Looking for a change in your workout? Laura shares reasons why interval training may be the way to go.
- Summer's heat can drain your energy quickly. Find out how to get it back by eating the right kinds of foods.
- Finally, we gave away a copy of pasta queen Jennette Fulda's book Half-Assed: A Weight-Loss Memoir. Congratulations Heidi, and keep up the good work!
























