Blog Archives / February 2009

Where did you put that list of New Year resolutions? Is it digital or scratched on a cocktail napkin in a moment of lovable optimism? We are well into 2009 and I'm checking on those resolutions. Don't hate me or kill the messenger because 'resolution' should be a four letter word, none the less, FoxNews has "5 Ways to Slim Down in 2009" by Marrecca Fiore. "You’re two months into the New Year and you still haven’t started that resolution to eat healthy, exercise more and lose weight. It’s not too late, according to Dr. Vonda Wright, an orthopedic surgeon specializing in sports medicine...


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Exercise TV is a great compliment to walking. Head out for your walk then come home and slam it with Exercise TV. They have nice 20-30 programs that fit any schedule. Take it to the living room or go mobile with their mobile version.   Your plan includes: • Unlimited access to ALL ExerciseTV mobiles workouts • Weekly tips, advice, and inspiration on fitness and life • Fully interactive mobile experience • On-the-go access at the gym, outdoors, anywhere! • Access to celebrity fitness routines • Works on any Internet-enabled phone Or take off those pajamas and get going...


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A supernova is defined at wikipedia as a stellar explosion. Jenn's Oatmeal Supernova is exactly that, an explosion of breakfast goodness. Breakfast is the most important meal of day especially if you're trying to control your weight. I'm one of those strange people that can eat the same thing over and over again and still be happy. For breakfast, I eat blueberry whole grain waffles with peanut butter and honey or regular Quaker Oats oatmeal but no way instant oatmeal holds a candle to Jenn's recipe. Jenn's Oatmeal Supernova, here are the ingredients, please head over to her site for the cooking...


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I didn't finish my 25 random posts but I will do 25 random miles this weekend. Today was an 11.8 mile day, so I'll have a little longer walk tomorrow to get my 25 miles. Sorry for my crazy idea of doing 25 random posts about the "Facebook 25 Random Thing" phenomenon. I wasn't sure if it was funny or annoying, so I stopped. Wish me luck tomorrow with my 13.2 miles.  I hope the weather holds up here in DC. MikeZ_25 random miles, step by step PS - Just an update, I'm raising money for the Breast Cancer 3-day ZumeWalk DC Team; I'm raising a dollar per mile and so far I've logged 37.37...


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The weather is awesome in Tampa and some of the moms and kids are taking full advantage by walking together. "Mothers Now Can Rock And Stroll Saturdays" by  PAUL CATALA writing for The Tampa Tribune. "Since June 2007, FishHawk Ranch mothers and their young children have spent time three times a week working out with each other. Well, the mothers work out; their kids just go along for the ride. Stroller Strides Tampa is an outdoor, exercise training program that allows moms to take their infants, toddlers and young children with them during workouts with strollers and the instructor." "Stroller...


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My post, "Dr. Oz's Health Checklist," I think has rubbed the people at Hospital Companions the wrong way. Sorry, this was not my intention. I think if you look closely at my post, you'll see positive words and a desire to connect people to information. To make sure, I went to their site and did some research to better educate myself on who they are and what they do. Here's the skinny: Hospital Companions aids patients and their families during a hospital stay by providing personal, non-medical care to the patient and support to their family. To ensure our families stay well-informed, we have...


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Over at "Back in Skinny Jeans" Stephanie gives a real life success story on losing and keeping off 25 pounds. "I started my 25lb weight loss journey back in June of 2005 and reached my goal in January of 2008, and have kept it all off ever since." Here's just a few, link over for the rest: 1. I eliminated consuming any artificial sweeteners like aspartame and Splenda which I was mostly consuming through diet sodas like Diet Coke, Pepsi, and Dr. Pepper, and in my coffee and tea drinks at Starbucks. When I did that 10lbs just fell off. My theory, and again I am no medical pro, is related...


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+ = 25 Things to do in St. Louis. There’s so much to see and do in St. Louis, we thought we’d start you out with a few “must-see options.” 1. Ride to the top of the Gateway Arch, towering 630-feet over the Mississippi River. 2. Follow the footsteps of explorers Lewis & Clark at various historic attractions. 3. Explore Forest Park’s 1,300 acres of lakes, walking paths and attractions. 4. Drive Old Route 66 and visit some of the “Mother Road’s” most fascinating stops. MikeZ - "my mom is from St. Louis" Please consult your physician before starting...


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+ = 25 Things from Joe Stump. I love all green vegetables except peas. I own a very large male cat. His name is Crash and, no, you can’t have him. I’ve participated in a (recreational) sailboat race. I’ve been to Thailand twice. I have one full sleeve tattoo and one 2/3 sleeve tattoo. One is all machine (gun) and the other was all done with bamboo (hand pump). I’ve lived in California, Washington, Montana, Wyoming and Michigan. I used to dream of being a fighter pilot. Instead, I code websites and my cousin Gino is a Top Gun pilot in the Navy. I was in a fraternity...


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+ = 25 Things -- Refresh to generate a new list from 25 Things! Wow, this is getting crazy! A 25 things site? Are you one of the millions who created a "25 Random Things About Me" facebook note? Well now you can share one random thing about yourself to the rest of the world! Each of these 25 things have been submitted anonymously by different people-- and they'll never be the same twice! Submit yours, and Share Something about yourself! *New* You can now follow posts on Twitter! 1) I like being the baby of the family (even though it’s just by 2 minutes) 2) I clean house in the nude. 3)...


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