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  • Exercise Tip: Boogie with Baby

    Who says exercising can't be fun? Take it to a new level for both of you. Plop that tiny tot into a sling, put on some moving music and "boogie!"

  • Reduce Your Risk for Gestational Diabetes

    Want to lessen your risk of gestational diabetes? Don't gain between pregnancies. These tips can help!

  • Combating Childhood Obesity

    Childhood obesity is preventable. These habits and activities start your tot off on a healthier and more active lifestyle.

  • Are You an Apple or a Pear?

    Are you an apple or a pear? Your body shape is the single most powerful predictor of future health.

  • Are You an Emotional Overeater?

    Perhaps you eat when you're tense, lonely, afraid, depressed or angry -- pretty much anytime things go wrong. If so you may be overeating in response to emotions. Take this short quiz to find out.

  • Mindful Eating Through the Holidays

    With the holidays upon us, we're challenged with temptation at every turn. Learn how changing your attitude about nourishing the incredible machine that is your body is key to maintaining a happy and balanced approach this season and beyond.

  • Shopping Smart for Health Clubs

    Joining a health club can be a major enabler to maintaining a healthier lifestyle. It can also be a huge waste of money. How do you make sure you get value from your health club membership? Here are a few ideas.

  • Five Easy Steps to Regain Your Pre-Pregnancy Body

    Exercise is probably the furthest thing from a woman's mind during the sleep-deprived first weeks of her new baby's life. However, sneaking these clever little toning and strengthening moves into your daily routine (if there can be such thing in the earliest weeks of life) will jumpstart your energy and increase your confidence.

  • Can I Continue Teaching High Impact Classes During Pregnancy?

    QUESTION

    I have just recently found out that I am pregnant. It is unexpected and not planned however until I make my mind up I am treating this as if I will go through with the pregnancy. I think I'm about 6-8 weeks.

  • Podcast: Keeping Fit Without Frustration

    Episode 6: Keeping Fit Without Frustration: Fitness Guidance from Getting Pregnant to Parenthood with Alex Allred - September 3, 2009 Listen Now

  • Five Tips to Harness the Power of Body Shape

    by Dr. Marie Savard

  • Top Recommended Exercises During Pregnancy

    Before you begin exercising, remember that it is important to talk to your doctor. If you are already exercising, you may be able to keep up with your routine and adapt it as you grow. Keep your heart rate under 160 beats per minute and avoid overheating, especially in your first trimester.

  • Exercise How to: Alternating (Side) Squats

    Can you exercise during pregnancy? Build muscle? Sure! Exercise will make you feel better and labor easier. So do the exercises -- (correct body dynamics below, watch your temp (in a way you never imagined), drink water and more water throughout and stop just shy of hitting the floor...

  • Are You an Emotional Overeater?

    Perhaps you eat when you're tense, lonely, afraid, depressed or angry -- pretty much anytime things go wrong. If so you may be overeating in response to emotions. Take this short quiz to find out.

  • Safe Exercise during a Multiple Pregnancy

    You have been told that you are expecting multiples and that you will need to gain more weight, eat more calories, and possibly expect greater pregnancy symptoms. So, how does this affect your exercise routine?

  • Exercise How-to: Knee-to-Chest

    Can you exercise during pregnancy? Build muscle? Sure! Exercise will make you feel better and labor easier. So do the exercises -- (correct body dynamics below, watch your temp (in a way you never imagined), drink water and more water throughout and stop just shy of hitting the floor...

  • Combating Childhood Obesity

    Childhood obesity is preventable. These habits and activities start your tot off on a healthier and more active lifestyle.

  • Fitness During a High Risk Pregnancy

    QUESTION

    Dear Fitness Expert,
    I am about six to seven weeks pregnant. I am experiencing bleeding though my doctor says my baby is ok. But because of the continuous bleeding, she asked me to stop all my workouts. Though I was not professional athlete before pregnancy, I was swimming and weight training about 5 times a week. I feel a bit depressed that I am not able to work out.

  • Exercise How-to: Bicycle Sit-ups

    Can you exercise during pregnancy? Build muscle? Sure! Exercise will make you feel better and labor easier. So do the exercises -- (correct body dynamics below, watch your temp (in a way you never imagined), drink water and more water throughout and stop just shy of hitting the floor...

  • Reduce Your Risk for Gestational Diabetes

    Want to lessen your risk of gestational diabetes? Don't gain between pregnancies. These tips can help!