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Athletic-Minded Traveler's Hotel Fit List: The 10 Healthiest U.S. Business Hotels

Monday, May 20, 2013 - 14:30

The 10 Healthiest Business Hotels in the U.S.

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ONE simple reason to buy organic

Tuesday, May 7, 2013 - 14:08

A long while back the Wall Street Journal--Marketplace Section--had an informative article on the pros/cons of buying organic produce, meats and dairy. The article was fair and balanced and basically said that:

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The Sniff Test: why this yoga mat is a winner.

Saturday, April 20, 2013 - 15:15

It took a year before we were sold. But even at the very beginning we took notice. There was never, ever, a wet spot under our mat. Ever. Wow. We are BIG sweaters. Big. Ask anyone. We pour. At one point in our Bikram Yoga practice, we were offered a 3rd towel. We sweat that much. So having a...

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How to Find a Yoga Retreat the Athletic-Minded Traveler Way

Sunday, March 3, 2013 - 18:39

Some like it hot and some like it not. Some like it hard and some like it soft. Some like it early and some like it late. Some like yoga and some are dumb. ;) Our newest Athletic-Minded Traveler assistant editor, Daniel Gaz, wrote this post.

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All Oatmeal is NOT created equal. Which is best? And what about Starbucks’, Panera & Jamba’s versions?

Monday, January 14, 2013 - 15:27

Your Oatmeal Questions Answered Steel Cut, Old Fashioned Flakes, Instant? What is the best oatmeal choice when I am making oatmeal at home? And what about instant flavored "packets" of oatmeal? Are they nutritionally bankrupt? And last, how about the oatmeal offered at fast food joints? Thumbs up...

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Holiday Gift Guide 2012 from Athletic-Minded Traveler

Wednesday, December 5, 2012 - 21:27

Another holiday season is upon us and we are super excited to share our gift ideas with you. Athletic-Minded Travelers can feast on our varied list for varied budgets! Please let us know if you see anything you really like. It makes us feel good...

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Energy Bar Analysis and Comparison. Let the Data Speak.

Friday, November 2, 2012 - 14:31

Forget every other energy/protein bar review you’ve read. This is different. We dig into the nutrition data to SHOW you how the bars stack up. Taste is subjective. Numbers aren’t. And nothing beats a side-by-side comparison. Our analysis will help determine if you’re getting the “...

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Breaking up is hard to do...with Whole Foods

Tuesday, October 2, 2012 - 20:02

We try to show discipline. We avoid going. We wish we could stop. But alas, we can't resist what others just don't have. Whole Foods Market is smart. Its 365 Brand's reasonable pricing lures cost conscious shoppers into the store. And once they are "in", they buy MORE, whole-paycheck style....

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Professional Athletes & Olympians Practice Yoga

Sunday, July 29, 2012 - 07:27

Professional athletes & Olympians use yoga to up their sport performance. Former Padres utility man Eric Young sweats it out doing Bikram Yoga. From what we understand he once relied on Bikram yoga for his off-season conditioning. What's also interesting is that Padres trainer, Todd Hutcheson,...

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Wanted for the crime of ridiculously easy & tasty food

Friday, July 20, 2012 - 14:23

Have you seen this jar before? He's well known in quick cooking circles for his garlicky flavor and flexible demeanor. He's also a rather simple fellow made up of diced tomatoes, canola oil, fresh garlic, onions, distilled vinegar, salt, basil, and spices. He's not too salty (180mg, 8% DV in 2 T),...

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