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A new study found that people who commuted more than 15 miles to work each day were more likely to be obese and to carry a lot of fat around the belly -- where it's especially bad for the heart -- and less likely to get enough exercise compared to those who drove less than 5 miles to work each day.

Drinking anything at all other than water could spell significant trouble for the weight loss efforts. Not diet soda, not concentrated fruit drinks, and not even black coffee or tea. Water is the best beverage it has no fat, calories, cholesterol, or sodium. It also aids to flush toxins from the system and maintain your skin browsing excellent.

Is dieting dying? According to researchers 19 percent of Americans decline to be dieting in compare to last year. They also found that Americans who wish to shed the pounds is still the same.

Decades of research on goal pursuit shows that when it comes to execution, there are two major pitfalls that keep us from doing the things we intend to do. The first is that we don't get specific enough about what exactly needs to happen - the specific actions we need to take to reach our goals.

To begin this process, it is helpful to think of these destructive thoughts as being like the parasites that keep you in bed when you're sick with the flu. Don't listen to these attacks when they tell you not to pursue your goals, to isolate yourself, or to forego an activity you enjoy.

Task Force to Doctors: Obesity Screening for All Experts Also Advise Counseling at-Risk Patients on Diet, Exercise June 25, 2012 -- If referral to a weight loss program is needed, Grossman says it should be to an intensive program. Over a year, the program should offer 12 to 26 sessions, Grossman says. "Low-intensity [and] anything less than 12 sessions don't work," he says, citing evidence reviewed by the task force. "Really the critical thing is to maintain that weight loss after the program stops," he says.

June 18, 2012 View videos The Web moves fast, so you want to tweet and Facebook post that great content or announcement in quick succession the second it comes to you, right? Not so fast. It turns out that there are ideal times to tweet and post-and they are not the same, suggests analysis from Bit.ly.

Having a cheat day doesn't hurt your diet at all. It allows you a guilt free pass to eat those things that you are craving. There are some things which you have to take care like not to go over board.

It's not easy to talk about performance with employees. It can be awkward and downright tough to focus on someone's weaknesses. But every leader has the opportunity and responsibility to be a catalyst for change within his or her organization, and that starts with knowing how to motivate and inspire employees.

Five social media benefits older business owners should know Why all businesses should go social Convincing older business owners to invest in social media can be difficult. They can be more comfortable with marketing methods of the past, and they can be reluctant to learn about the newest promotional techniques made possible by advances in technology, such as social media.

Stress Linked to Stroke Type A Personality Traits Boost Stroke Risk in Study Aug. 30. 2012 -- Need another reason to take life in stride and heed the advice, "Don't sweat the small stuff"? New research shows that people who are quick-tempered, impatient, aggressive, or naturally hostile may be more likely to have a stroke, compared to their more laid-back counterparts.

Requests for money don't always involve your personal salary. People seeking to support a cause, charity, or educational institution are trained in making the "ask." Their entire training involves learning how to bring us to the brink of making a donation which they are able to secure with the right clincher.

The Right Way to Praise Your Kids When it comes to praise, quality over quantity may be the answer to building kids' self-esteem. Tips for Giving Practical Praise continued... Be specific. Instead of saying, "You're such a good baseball player," say, "You hit the ball really hard and you are an excellent first baseman."

'Smarter Lunchroom' May Lead to Healthier Choices WebMD News from HealthDay By Robert Preidt HealthDay Reporter FRIDAY, Feb. 22 (HealthDay News) -- A few simple and inexpensive changes to school cafeterias can help encourage children to eat healthier foods at lunch, a new study finds.

(Cambridge) - Have you ever considered taking steroids to get the perfect body? With the recent media coverage exposing steroid use in professional sports, many people are looking for an extra edge to build muscle, get stronger, and look better. Steroids, although effective, are unhealthful and illegal to use without a prescription.

Moderate Activity Beneficial, but Vigorous Exercise May Delay Conception March 15, 2012 -- If you're trying to get pregnant, adding a brisk walk to your daily routine may help -- but you may want to hold off training for that marathon.

Vitamin D Deficiency Linked to Depression Supplements May Help Depression in People With Vitamin D Deficiency June 27, 2012 -- Vitamin D deficiency has been linked to a host of illnesses and conditions, from heart disease and diabetes to certain types of cancer.

Keys to Weight Loss After Menopause Fewer Desserts, Sugary Drinks Linked to Long-Term Weight Loss Aug. 28, 2012 -- As she approached her 50s, Susan Williams found it harder and harder to maintain her weight, let alone shed the extra pounds she had been working to lose for some time.

Are you one of the people who makes a resolution to get fit and lose weight every year? Then, surely you have a game plan to make this year better than the last few, right? It's going to take equal parts motivation, committment and time to make this work, but if you stay focused and motivated it will soon become part of your daily life.