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This summer Nike will re-define the meaning of Just Do It, offering runners across the globe the chance to compete together in the world’s largest one-day running event ever – the Nike+ Human Race.  The 10K event will span four continents and cover…

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It’s almost 1am; I just got done watching Randy Paush’s The Last Lecture. Having been diagnosed with brain cancer, this professor of computer science at Garnegie Mellon University gave a talk about life to a group of 500 attendees at the University.…

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As you guys may know by now, I regularly enter the group fitness contests sponsored by my gym. My most recent undertaking was a contest called “beach body”, in which we were given 8 weeks to see who could make the most drastic…

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The recent decision of the Court of Arbitration for Sport to allow double amputee sprinter Oscar Pistorius the chance to qualify and compete in the Olympic Games has made headlines across the world recently. No one…

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The staff at Hesfit and the TFS Media Network would like to wish you a safe, happy Memorial Day. Memorial Day is a reminder that summer is right around the corner. Use this weekend as time to set goals toward getting your…

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Oscar Pistorius has been cleared to compete for a place in the Beijing Olympics. Oscar is a double-amputee AND Olympic sprinter, who runs on specially designed metal blades. Previously, the International Association of Athletic Federations imposed a ban that prevented Oscar from competing…

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Sportsmanship extends far beyond the “man” part of the word. Women across the globe now participate in sports in alarming numbers. In America alone, more than 40,000 student-athletes participate in NCAA championship competition each year, and that’s just at the collegiate level.…

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About two weeks ago, I received a phone call from a friend. She told me that she was helping to coordinate a fashion show – considering that my night job is club security, I automatically assumed she wanted me to work the…

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This video is part 2 of a video series on preparing for the prestigious Ironman race (part 1 was featured yesterday). The Ironman competition is one of the most arduous and grueling athletic events known to modern man. Proper training and planning are critical for success and safety. This video…

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Bear Grylls is the perfect combination of looks and athleticism. He’s climbed Everest, spent nights alone in the jungle and has served in the British Special Air Forces. And now you can find him in the wild… in the comfort of your…

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The process of finding a place for you spend the next four years of your life can be incredibly overwhelming for a 17-year-old. The late junior/early senior years of high school and accompanying college application process is very stressful. The demands they put…

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For those who can afford it, the Amateur Athletic Union (AAU) is an excellent way to get your children involved with a higher level of athletics, as well as a higher level of fun. For me, AAU offered hope - a chance of…

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The Fitness Jeanie, Jeanie Callen Barat is creator of the “Get-Me-Off-My-Butt, Does-The-Thinking-For-Me, Anytime-Anywhere Workout of the Month.” Get private access to your free workout with The Fitness Jeanie now at www.TheFitnessJeanie.com.

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A stroke is one of the top three killers of Americans each year. For those who survive, many are left with severe disabilities.  The good news is that exercise can help stroke victims recover more quickly. Further, it may counteract some of the…

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A recent article from partner site Summer Olympian discussed Michael Phelp’s sleepy tendencies. According to the article, Phelps is far from a morning person. Reuters reports that he fell asleep on a diving board platform at the April 5 Columbus…

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