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Which Is Better: Running Outdoors or on a Treadmill?

Some runners hate to be stuck inside on a treadmill, especially when there’s beautiful weather and great terrain available outside. Other runners appreciate the convenience of hopping onto a treadmill and getting their workout in without having to consider routes or weather. But which one is better?

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10 Things Never to Say to Someone Who Isn't Drinking

I get it -- someone who chooses NOT to drink is something of a curiosity, especially when "let's grab a drink" is almost interchangeable with "hey, how are you?" I’m sober because I’ve had issues in my past, but people make the choice not to drink for a variety of reasons -- some of which are none of your beeswax.

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8 Reasons Why You Always Date the Same Type

When it comes to dating and relationships, you probably have a type. Perhaps you fall for free-wheeling musicians or artists, or maybe you make a beeline for bookish, intellectual types. You might consistently go gaga over redheads or blonds or prefer dark-skinned, brown-eyed partners.

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16 Celebrity Weight-Loss Successes

Not all celebrities have been naturally blessed with the genetic make-up of Heidi Klum, Halle Berry or Gisele Bundchen. In recent years, many celebrities have experienced very public weight struggles that have been thoroughly documented in magazines or discussed on radio and TV.

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The 15 Best Foods for Nursing Moms

Breastfeeding is one of the most nutritionally demanding times in a woman's life, particularly during the first three months of lactation, says Karlene Karst, a registered dietician, health specialist and author of "The Metabolic Syndrome Program."

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8 Ways to Keep Your Brain Sharp as You Age

Physical exercise is essential for our muscles and heart to stay strong and in good shape. But what about your brain? Just like your body, you should give your mind a regular workout to ensure it stays healthy as you age.

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25 Dream Fitness Vacations

Sure, a lounge chair on a warm, tranquil beach has its allure, but fit people don’t often enjoy sitting still for an entire vacation. With that in mind, here's a list from around the globe of some of the best active vacation destinations.

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10 Convenient Low-Carb Snacks

You know a granola bar isn’t the most nutritious or weight-loss-friendly snack, but when you’re on the go, it’s a heck of a lot easier to eat than an egg omelet. Can a busy schedule and a low-carb diet really coexist?

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10 Ways to Learn to Love Yourself More

We can so easily be our own worst critics, quicker to give ourselves a thumbs down than our frenemies are. Whatever imperfections we find now may either multiply with age (like wrinkles, bad knees and love handles) or begin to disappear in the face of unconditional love for ourselves.

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10 Easy On-the-Go Breakfasts (And They're Healthy Too!)

Everyone knows about the importance of breakfast. Enjoying it regularly may help keep your weight in check and make your diet better overall, especially when compared with those who skip breakfast. But not everyone makes it a priority.

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The 12 Most Overrated Supplements.

The 12 Most Overrated Supplements

The dietary supplement industry is a big $38 billion business. In fact, more than half the U.S. population took at least one dietary supplement.

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The Ultimate Back Strength Workout

In life, the best things for us are usually things we don't like: eating broccoli, flossing your teeth, and perhaps everyone’s least-favorite exercise — pull-ups.

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