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Jilian Is Pro Technology
SheKnows.com interviews Jilian Michael's who is shamelessly pro-technology. (Buyer beware, she's hawking the "Jilian Michael's Slim-Down Solution" app.) But she makes a fun comparison between technology and homeopathic cures...
SheKnows: In an age where technology has arguably led to higher levels of obesity and more unhealthy lifestyles, how do you think technology can reverse that trend -- or can it?
Jillian Michaels: I think that technology can play an integral part in reversing that trend. It's almost like homeopathic medicine -- you know that concept that's like "If you can't sleep, we're going to take a caffeine extract and use it in such a way that it helps you sleep." Like cures like. In that same way, technology cures the contribution that it has previously made to our obesity.
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My Soapbox
I think commercial soaps (Dial, Zest, Lever 2000, Dove) contribute to the high rate of cancer in the US. Just my personal theory. I just don't believe running synthetic ingredients all over your body everyday can be good. Sodium Laurel Sulfate, found in nearly all toothpaste and shampoo brands is an industrial agent, and causes these products to lather.
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White Death
Sugar is the enemy. Americans consume far too much of it. It is thought to be extremely addictive, as much as cigarettes. It is thought to cause ill health including: diabetes, cancer, acne and depression. It also has been found to increase the signs of aging. Nothing about it is good!
More...Super Foods
The Next Big Thing
The first superfood hit the US market in the late 90s. It was the blueberry and the industry exploded. Since then, we've seen the goji berry, noni, mangosteen, raw chocolate, acai, blue-green algae and chia seed all became a must-have commodity.
The very notion of a superfood is modern and American; it's marketing, not nutrition.
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Give a Dog a Bone
Immediate Gratification
We're deep into week two of Dawn Patrol, waking up at sunrise each day. I'm not struggling, yet. Waking up at that hour just naturally gives some breathe and space to the day, otherwise impossible as the day gets going. Journal writing, Dharma talk listening, yoga, running along the East River...all activities leading to a more conscious and connected me. Translation: I'm happier.
More...Deepak's World
Law of Attraction
Since I am in the business of wellness, personal goal setting and conscious living, what better way to start this Thursday than with a breakfast meeting with Deepak Chopra!
More...Eating Right
Lunch Patrol
In an effort to curb American obesity, Uncle Sam is making some big changes for kids.
The U.S.D.A passed new regulations to make school lunches healthier. (Finally)
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Sunrise Poetry
It's the first day of our February Challenge: Dawn Patrol. If you woke up this morning, like I did, you know that there is no time like the sun's first light to make you want to jot down some deep, poetic thoughts. My very favorite poet, Mary Oliver, writes about the glory of early morning.
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Shout it from a Mountain Top
Do fitness challenges work? That's the question New York's best wellness blog Well and Good NYC poses in an article about the boom of group challenges at gyms and body-strengthening studios.
More...I Challenge You
You Need Me
Hey, we're on to something here. Below I am going to list just a few, easy to identify, companies and organizations who are running challenges without challenge-friendly social media software. Why does it matter? The challenge partipcants are missing out on A) social commraderie online B) fun.
More...Word from the Creators
The Challenge
This week at Social Workout we've been trying to figure it all out. OK, not really ALL. We are figuring out how best to move forward with our challenges. We've spent the better part of the week analyzing, brainstorming, drinking a lot of coffee, drawing big arrows in our notepads and discussing what is to come next.
More...New Music
DJ Jazzy NPR
It's mid-February... probably a great time most of us need a new music playlist to get us going at the gym. See National Public Radio's new workout mix. The news and music powerhouse, known for its monotone on-air voices, is streaming pump-up songs for your fitness enjoyment.
More...Hello Awesome
Rockstars
I am teary eyed. Verklempt. I think I just felt a stirring in my soul. I feel so darned inspired!
I've been reading the Social Workout challenge page and I think people are setting out--and doing--the coolest things.
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