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Hey couch potato, we’re talking to you! Have you ever thought about taking up running only to be sidelined because you have no idea where to start? Then this may be just the program you’re looking for. The couch to 5K, or C25K for short, is one of the most popular 5K training programs out there. It was designed by Josh Clarke, a runner who wante.... Read More
Trying to tone your midsection? Here are our favorite ab blasting exercises (the ones we love to hate) that totally get the job done! Added bonus...there’s not a crunch in the bunch. Remember to pull in your belly button while performing these moves to ensure you are working the deepest ab muscle (aka the transverse) and get ready to feel the burn..... Read More
The library you remember as a kid has changed. And the old stereotypical librarian (an older individual shushing noisy students) has changed along with it. Gone are the days when librarians spent the majority of their time checking out books. In the digital age, the internet has largely replaced libraries as the go-to resource for gathering informa.... Read More
Short Answer- Sugar can be a kind of addiction. Trying to go “cold turkey” and cut it all out at once won’t work for most people. Instead, think of it as a process and try weaning yourself off the sweet stuff gradually. Read on for more helpful sugar cutting tips from Beenke… Cutting back the added sugar in your diet may be one of the best things .... Read More
Short Answer- Yes, as long as it’s 100% “whole” wheat bread (check the label!). Breads made from “wheat flour” aren’t really any different from white. "Whole” grain breads are also a healthier choice than white. Look For "Whole" Wheat Or Grain When it comes to health, both whole wheat and whole grain are better choices than plain ole’ white bread.... Read More