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Veggies – The Healthy Calorie Buster
"How important are vegetables? Let's count the ways. They are: low in calories so you can eat a lot without going over your calorie budget. a good source of fiber which can fill you up fast. …"
Working in a Workout at Work
"Now you can get more out of work than just your paycheck. Use your break times at work to become more physically active and to burn calories. Believe it or not, five more minutes of movemen …"
What’s In Your Neighborhood?
"A recent study published in the American Journal of Public Health found that older adults who live in areas that are favorable for walking, walk more frequently than those living in areas where walkin …"
Physical Activity is a Family Affair
"Being physically active doesn’t have to take you away from your family. There are plenty of activities that you can enjoy with your spouse and/or children. Instead of doing sedentary recreation …"
Happy Days Are Here Again
"Being physically active can do more than burn calories and improve your health. It can also improve your state of mind. Specifically, it has been shown to reduce feelings of anxiety and depression. It …"
Contemplate Your Meals
"One of the problems that people have managing their calorie intake is that don't pay enough attention to what - and how much - they are eating. Take a minute to contemplate your, well, plate. Sketch w …"
Prim and Proper Portions
"According to Thesaurus.com, synonyms for "prim" include: precise, proper, and fastidious. Antonyms include "uninhibited." That certainly describes the food portions most Americans eat. Studies show …"
Managing Mood Without Using Food
"People eat for many different reasons. True hunger is the healthiest reason to eat. Learning to eat in response to physical cues, such as hunger pangs, is a very important skill for managing calorie i …"
Cutting Fat = Cutting Calories
"Because fat provides more than twice as many calories (9 calories per gram) as carbohydrates and protein (4 calories per gram), choosing more foods naturally low in fat is a helpful strategy for achie …"
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"Thursday April 24, 2008 MANAGING MOOD WITHOUT USING FOOD People eat for many different reasons. True hunger is the healthiest reason to eat. Learning to eat in response to physical cues, such …"
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"Acceptance Thank you for visiting the Stand Up & Eat web site (the “Stand Up & Eat Site”) that is owned and operated by The Cooper Institute (“CI”).  The Stand Up & Eat Site is offer …"
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"Size It Up! Stand Up & Eat Food Log Calorie Countdown Bingo How to use fruits and vegetables to help manage your weight  MyPyramid Food Intake Patterns How to Avoid Portion Size P …"
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"The Stand Up (more) & Eat (better) web site is an educational and participatory site to help people balance the calories they eat with the calories they burn each day. We are promoting&n …"
A Non-exercise Approach to Burning Calories
"Which are you more likely to do (put a checkmark in the appropriate box): Few calories   More calories  Use the remote or  Get up and change the TV st …"
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"STAND UP & EAT MATERIALS 728X90 WEB BANNERUse the link below to copy and paste the HTML code into your website and begin spreading the word about Stand Up & Eat.Get code for 720x90 …"
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"HELP MAKE THE WORLD A MORE BALANCED PLACE DO YOUR PART AND ADD STAND UP AND EAT LINKS AND BANNERS TO YOUR WEBSITE Below is all the information and goodies you need to become part of the Stand Up &a …"
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"  WHAT ARE MY DAILY CALORIE NEEDS? Ever wonder how many bowls of cereal, lunchtime sandwiches and home cooked dinners it takes to satisfy your daily needs? You're in luck. Use the Stand Up & …"
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"HELPFUL TOOLS TO KEEP YOU ACTIVE AND EATING EFFICIENTLY ADD CALORIES TO THE BILLION CALORIE BURNHere's your chance to help us burn one billion calories and leave the world in a healthier a …"
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"A Non-Exercise Approach to Burning Calories Happy Days Are Here Again Physical Activity is a Family Affair Travel with More than Your Toothbrush! What’s In YOUR Neighborhood? Workin …"
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Contem-Plate Your Meals Cutting Fat = Cutting Calories Managing Mood Without Using Food Prim and Proper Portions Veggies – The Healthy Calorie Buster
Travel with More than Your Toothbrush!
"Many people who travel for work or pleasure find it hard to stay physically active while away from home. Plus, travel usually means eating out a lot, often resulting in excess portions and calories. …"
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Are you seeing red?
"As the month of February started last week, have you noticed a higher than normal predominance of red outfits being worn by your friends, co-workers or others? Maybe not, but interestingly eno …"
Super Bowl Snacks: Share Color With Your Company
"Take a look at this neat "infographic" from TurboTax. In particular, hone in on the second box, "Fans Eat, Drink, and Be Merry from Home."   Last year, what …"
Objective Assessment
"Are you part of the reported 55% of individuals who have proven to be continuously committed to their New Year’s resolutions a month after the turn of the year?4 Research has shown that …"
What are you waiting for?
"As spring is just around the corner, running and triathlon season go into full swing and so should you! These events aren’t just for seasoned athletes anymore … many of them are desig …"
Does Foot Strike Pattern Affect Injury Rates in Runners?
"Anyone that has ran for any period of time will likely be faced with a running injury as studies of distance runners report injury rates of 30-75% per year.2,3 Attempts by shoe manufactur …"
Obesity Prevention Efforts Finally Paying Off?
"Just this week, the Journal of the American Medical Association published the prevalence of obesity and trends in the distribution of BMI (body mass index) among U.S. adults from 1999 to 2012 …"
Relieving Chronic Low Back Pain: Comparing Yoga, Stretching, and a Self-Care Book
"Most adults (80%) will experience low back pain at least once in their lifetime and low back pain is the most common reason for missed work.1 Additionally, work accidents to the back occur tw …"
NYC Decides It's Time To Scare
"Over the past five years, the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DOHMH) has released a series of campaigns targeting sugary drinks and excessive calories and encourag …"
Physical Activity: Stop the Decline Before It Happens!
"Have you ever watched a kid run around and think, “Wow, they are on the move nonstop?” Research has shown that indeed physical activity declines as we age. This decline, however, …"
USDA Releases Online Nutrition SuperTracker
"Check out the U.S. Department of Agriculture's (USDA's) new www.ChooseMyPlate.gov website and SuperTracker tool. Create a profile; set goals; track your weight, food, and physical act …"
What About the Incidental Stuff?
"Embarking on a New Year, we all plan and hope to find the time to meet the Physical Activity Guidelines from the States Department of Health and Human Services. To help with that, we pro …"
Today I Will...
"This weekend many of us will be looking back to the past year and looking forward to 2012. We'll reflect on the changes we want/need to make and resolve to do things like eat better, …"
Going for the Burn
"Another year, another resolution to shed those unwanted pounds? For most folks, time is the biggest hurdle when it comes to consistent exercise and healthy eating patterns. So why n …"
Two Sugar Cookies = 44 Minutes of Brisk Walking
"Which might make you think twice about scarfing down holiday treats this season - knowing the actual calorie count (e.g., 320 calories in 2 sugar cookies); knowing the calorie count as a …"
Is Circuit Training Effective for At Risk Latino Girls?
"Study Goal: The goal of this study1 was to test the effects of circuit training with and without behavioral intervention on reducing specific fat depots and other type 2 diabetes risk f …"
Rewarding Children for Taking a "Tiny Taste" May Increase Their Intake and Liking for Vegetables
"We all know that children (and adults, too!) need to eat more fruits and vegetables. But as a mother of a 2- and 4-year-old,I know getting children to eat a wide variety of produce (especiall …"
Walking in a Treat-Filled Wonderland
"‘Tis the season of joy and laughter, friendship and celebration, and of course “treats” galore. The holidays can be a challenging time to maintain healthy habits but some ne …"
Medicare to Cover Obesity Screening and Counseling
"On November 29 (2011) the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) announced their decision to cover obesity screening and counseling as a preventive service under Medicare, free to b …"
Can the Wii Fit Really Change Fitness Levels?
"Click here to watch slides of this week’s blog. Share your comments on how you liked the blog in this Prezi format on our Facebook page, along with your thoughts on interactive video games and …"
What Determines A Child's Eating Behaviors?
"The development and long-term health of children are linked to eating habits from very early on. These eating habits are shaped by a combination of genetic, familial, and environmental factor …"
Does Circuit Training Prepare Firefighters for the Job?
"Firefighters face challenging physical stresses on the job. These include anaerobic activities which can produce significant levels of lactic acid (6-13 mmol/L)2 while also targeting the cardiov …"
More Counseling Works for Weight Loss
"Last month we blogged about a research article that showed that behaviorally-based treatments for obesity are effective whether offered within or outside of a clinical (e.g., doctor's off …"
Are You Ready to ZUMBA®? What made the Top Fitness Trends for 2012?
"For the sixth consecutive year the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) released its 2012 Worldwide Survey of Fitness Trends.1 The key to this list is that ACSM’s survey makes a c …"
Spice Up Your Holiday Meals
"This time of year we're more focused on festivities, family, and friends and less focused on our health. That comes in January, right?! With a little help from herbs a …"
Sitting DOES NOT do a body good!
"Studies have shown that smoking just one cigarette reduces your life by eleven minutes1. Probably not surprising but what if I told you that the seemingly harmless pastime of watching TV also …"
Weight Loss: A Family Affair
"Several recent blog posts have presented the weight loss benefits of cognitive-behavioral treatment programs: Once Again, Behaviorally Based Treatments Found Effective for Weight …"
More than just Strengthening
"Strengthening the small, often neglected stabilizer muscles of the shoulder like we talked about in the “Best Kept Secrets of the Shoulder” can help protect the shoulder but may not be t …"
How Frequently Should You Eat?
""I only eat one meal a day. How can I possibly be gaining weight?" While it seems like eating only one meal a day would result in negative calorie balance (expending mo …"
best kept secrets of the shoulder
"One of the "best kept secrets" of the shoulder is the rotator cuff. It helps to allow the shoulder to move in almost any movement pattern. Think of all the ways the shoulder moves w …"
“The Dirty Dozen”: Fact, Fiction, or a bit of both?
"The Environmental Working Group (EWG) is a United States-based environmental advocacy group. For the past 15 years or so, the EWG has published an annual list of fruits and vegetables which s …"
Controversy over Crunches
"Crunches are unquestionably one of the most popular exercises. We do them on the floor, exercise balls, BOSU’s, exercise machines and with cables. Sometimes we vary the exerci …"
Food Day 2011
"Have you heard about Food Day? On October 24th Americans are urged to, "push for healthy, affordable food produced in a sustainable, humane way." Chaired by Senator Tom Harkin (D-IA …"
One Fabulous Exercise: Chair Squat to Shoulder Press
"Want to get more out of your strength training exercises? Integrate what is called multi-joint exercises into your routine. Exercises like squats, lunges, presses, and rows. These exercises t …"
Healthy Halloween?
"An Andertoons Cartoon Halloween is about two weeks away. Have you bought your trick-or-treat candy yet? If not, do the kids in your neighborhood a favor and forgo candy for some of these zer …"
Toning Shoes Revisited
"You may recall that last summer one of our blogs highlighted research that contradicted the benefits purported by several manufacturers of toning shoes. As a reminder, researchers at the Univ …"
Once Again, Behaviorally Based Treatments Found Effective For Weight Loss
"Millions of Americans are looking for "what works" in weight loss. And millions (that may be a slight exaggeration) of researchers and practitioners are saying, "why aren& …"
Does a General Warm-up Really Help Lifting Performance?
"When working out, you want to get the most out of your strength training as possible. But what is the best method to do that? Many argue that a warm-up for strength should include static …"
Parents Don't Want Childrens' Doctors to Use the Words 'Fat' or 'Obese'
"When discussing excess weight with children, researchers found that parents prefer that doctors use the terms "weight" and "unhealthy weight" rather than "fat," …"
Resistance Training Guidelines for Kids
"Policy making and health research organizations like the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP)1, National Strength and Conditioning Association4, Am …"
Don't Forget White When Choosing a Rainbow Of Colors for Your Plate
"A simple way to eat healthier is to fill your plate with a variety of colorful fruits and vegetables. What many people forget, however, is that white is a color! And researchers recently foun …"
What Seniors Want From Exercise
"Over 1,800 older adults from 12 different intervention sites who had previously been inactive, participated in a behavior change program called Active …"
Dieters Lose Weight When Their Doctors Send Them to Weight Watchers
"A new study published in the Lancet showed that overweight patients told by their doctors to go to Weight Watchers lost twice as much weight as patients who received standard weight loss care …"