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Heidi Montag is an MTV reality star who has been in the news recently. She's on the cover of People magazine, discussing the 10 plastic surgery procedures she had (all in one day) a few months ago. She's been flooded with negative feedback from people who think it's excessive, unnecessary and even potentially dangerous. My opinion has always been that people should do what makes them happy. But is there a point where it becomes too much?  Turn Up Your Activity By Turning Off The TVThe topic of TV is a constant battle in my house. I would be happy if we got rid of the TV completely (okay, except when it's the middle of a season of Top Chef.) My husband, on the other hand, was a little too excited when we got our new flat-screen, big-screen, too much-screen TV. There are lots of good reasons to watch less TV, especially since the average American spends 5 hours a DAY in front of the TV. It's easy to assume that less TV might lead to healthier habits, since you'd have more time to exercise or cook a healthy meal. A new study shows that less TV might not change your diet or increase your exercise, but it could lead to an increase in overall activity levels. Read More Biggest Loser Contestants Run a Marathon: Inspirational or Irresponsible?On a recent episode of NBC's "The Biggest Loser", the 4 remaining contestants were given their final challenge: run a marathon. They had 60 days to train, and although the episode doesn't discuss the details of their training program, we assume that they did most of the training on their own. Maybe some people found inspiration by watching the contestants struggle through the 26.2 mile race. But as I watched the episode, I just became more and more frustrated. Am I the only one? Read More Finally! An Entertaining Kids Show with a Healthy Focus!
By SparkPeople member Michelle Alfert (LAPOCHITICA)  Poll: What Do You Think about Weight-Focused Reality TV Shows?
It's no secret that obesity is a problem in America. The majority of people—not just a few—are overweight or obese. Yet the advertisements, singers, actors, TV shows, models and movies of popular culture don't reflect these numbers. Neither did so-called "reality" TV…until now.  Children's T.V. Choices Could Affect How Much They Eat
I'll admit it: I'm a snacker. For as long as I can remember, I'm someone who doesn't go more than a few hours without eating. I can't imagine eating breakfast at 6 a.m., and then waiting until 11 or 12 to eat again. I think my body would go into shock or blow up or something. As my daughter gets older, she's becoming just like me. "Mama, let's have a snack," she'll say, right around the time I'm thinking "Geez, I'm hungry. I wonder what I could have to eat."  UPDATE: Watch SparkPeople on 'Entertainment Tonight' THURSDAY, July 23A special "ET" interview with SparkPeople members and founder airs tomorrow! Read More 'So You Think You Can Dance' Meets 'The Biggest Loser': Will You Tune In?
The Biggest Loser, NBC's weight-loss reality show, is a hit.  More TV Means Less Talking Among Kids and ParentsWhen should children be allowed to start watching TV? How much time should they be able to spend in front of the tube each day? These are hotly debated topics among parents everywhere. Some parents buy Baby Einstein DVD's and their children watch them from an early age. Other parents choose to wait until children are a little older before introducing TV. Some parents are very selective about what they let their kids watch; others are not. Although it's controversial, there are no "right" and "wrong" answers when it comes to this topic. But a new study might make some parents rethink the decision to allow TV from an early age. Read More Video: 5 Stretches Every Walker Should Do
Raise your hand if you walk for fitness! (My hand is up, too.) Now raise your hand if you always stretch after heading outdoors for a walk. (My hand is up…halfway. I admit that sometimes I skip it.) We all know that stretching is important and that we should do it each time we work out. But sometimes a beautiful spring day lures you outside and to save time, you skimp on stretching, figuring that it doesn't matter. Or maybe you know you should stretch but you're just not sure what to do. Perhaps you fall into another category: You want to stretch but don't want to sit on the ground or interrupt your outdoor walk. No matter what category you fall into, it's time for a change.  Stacy London Promotes Looking Good At Any SizeStacy London, co-host of TLC's show "What Not To Wear" is known for being critical of people's choices when it comes to fashion. She's even brutal at times when it comes to what's wrong with your wardrobe. But even though she might make negative comments about the shirt you're wearing, she will never comment on your size or tell you that you need to lose a few pounds. Read More Coach Nicole Spreads the Spark on FOX!
We're all strapped for cash these days, but that doesn't mean we need to let our health go by the wayside. This morning, I appeared LIVE on local (Cincinnati) FOX 19 to explain how to workout at home without spending a lot of money. I mentioned SparkPeople's free fitness resources, our Fitness Starter Kit (available for less than $25 at www.SparkPeopleStore.com), and even our 7-day Bootcamp workout plan! Plus, my co-worker Jenny was on hand to demonstrate a few exercises using a ball and a resistance band.  Eating Habits of "The Biggest Loser": Inspirational or a Bad Example?"The Biggest Loser" is a television show that's gained increasing popularity over the last few years. Contestants lose astounding amounts of weight in a relatively short period of time, inspiring others who watch the show to try and follow in their footsteps. The contestants are forced to dramatically overhaul their eating habits. But are the methods they use healthy? Do they help them establish habits they can maintain long term? Read More Tune In! SparkPeople Member to be on 'The Doctors'
One of our favorite nationally syndicated talk shows, "The Doctors," will air a show tomorrow (Friday, December 5) that features SparkPeople member Cynthia (SABLOUWHO), and we're encouraging members to tune in.  In the News: TV Linked to Teen PregnancyTelevision is a hot debate in many families. Parents are trying to screen what their children are watching, while the kids are begging to see the hottest new show this season. A new study finds there could be even more reason to be careful about the kinds of shows we let our kids watch. The study, published in the journal Pediatrics, found that teens who watched the most sexual content (90th percentile) on TV were twice as likely to experience a pregnancy in the three-year period as those who watched the least (10th percentile). Read More |
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