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It's what you dip the veggies in that you have to watch out for. But you can still have fun dips with the DAOFitLife condiment guide! Photo by Claudio Schwarz
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How to make condiment substitutions and keep the taste

Condiments may not seem like a big factor, but think of it like a debt. It’s not the principal (the meal) that can drive you deep in debt all of a sudden. You know that amount. It’s the late fees (and the late fees on the late fees) and the interest (and the interest on the interest). So while we could be eating all the “right” foods you may not be seeing results because of this saboteur. The devil, as always, is in the details. Fortunately, readers, I have

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March 29, 2022
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Water - why it is so important, how to drink more. Photo by Mineragua Sparkling Water
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The DAOFitLife Weekly Hot List

Do you know if you are actually dehydrated? This article explains the tetlltale signs. Hint: you should always drink BEFORE you get thirsty. If you are even five percent underhydrated, you experience the symptoms including fatigue and headache. Considering hydrating with a zero sugar hydraftion drink? Read this before you…

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March 29, 2022
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All you need for most of these exercises is a mat and some motivation. Photo by Ave Calvar
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Get fit in 5 minutes a day

This sounds like a scam right? But experts agree, 5 minutes of working out a day combined with taking steps to stay active can get you into shape – and keep you in shape. Here is how you can use mini workouts to game the system and get fit while getting it all done.

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March 15, 2022
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That infused sparkling water could be infusing additional pounds despite how much you are doing to get fit
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5 tips to spring into fitness

You know the feeling. You actually have a reason to wear real clothes, then you reach for those favorite pair of jeans/skirt/pants and then…YIKES.  

First, DON’T PANIC. 

Your weight is not like the national debt. It does not just have to keep going up. Contrary to popular belief, it is not hard to lose weight. It just takes more than 5 seconds and in our instant gratification society, that means we give up easily. The first thing you have to change before your body changes is your mindset.

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March 1, 2022
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This St. Patty's day, focus on life's little whimsical moments. May the luck of the Irish be on your side! Photo by Magdalena Smolnicka
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The DAOFitLife Weekly Hotlist

Here is our weekly list of what's hot in the fitness world. Want to be more happy? Learn from the Irish - it's not just their good luck. Here is a list of "happiness tips" we can learn from the Irish from around the world. I work with great teams…

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February 28, 2022
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With the DAOFitLife guide, you could score a touchdown on healthy eats! Photo by Thomas Serer
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Your complete guide to a guilt-free Super Bowl Sunday

Fun fact: Did you know that on Superbowl Sunday, the average person takes in over 1200 extra calories in snacks ALONE? On Super Bowl Sunday, Americans will consume approximately 28 millions pounds of chips, 325.5 million gallons of beer, AND 1.38 billion chicken wings. If you were to dump all the guacamole we’re about to eat atop a full-length football field and spread it out, the depth would reach almost 12 feet. In our posts on habits, we talked about sustainable solutions. Part of that is planning ahead for the inevitable domino effect of “eating holidays.” Especially Super Bowl Sunday, which has timing that coincides with the end of “dry January” and 30-day detox diets like Whole30.

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February 2, 2022
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The hacks in this article will have you sleeping like a new pup!
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The DAO of fighting fatigue: how to really recharge at night

This part III of the Habit Series will focus on the last third of your day: ending your day, the evening, and sleep.  First thing's first: you HAVE TO separate work and life at the end of the day... Or you have no chance of resting and recharging...instead you will…

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February 1, 2022
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February is a great month to wear red yoga pants! (Racquels from Splits59)
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What's hot this week in the fitness world. Equinox Yoga Strong Class Review (Popsugar) - Do you like yoga? Do you like strength training? Do you want to combine both classes in ONE workout? Then try Equinox’s yoga strong.  Get your dance party on for this Super Bowl either before…

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February 1, 2022
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Build your back better: How to get rid of back pain

We’ve got your back! Let us help you lighten the load a bit. Back pain is something that most of us have experienced and it can really put a damper on your quality of life. From an evolutionary standpoint, where we had no choice but to be actively on our feet (otherwise we would die) until the recent technology age and age of the iHunch, we humans are finding ourselves being ourselves more and more curled and hunched over. It is causing some serious and tragic problems on a micro and macro scale. Here we answer common questons, like what are some common causes of back pain for professional workers, do’s and dont’s to manage and prevent pain, and whether to see an ortho, PT, or chiropractor!

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January 19, 2022
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You may be super happy on your Peloton, but if you learn for the energy of a live class, this is your guide. Photo by David Marioni
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How to work out again in real life

Wow, what an incredibly challenging couple of years we have all had! We all deserve to have an honorary star and pat on the back for our collective resilience, strength, and endurance. Maybe it is the eternal optimist in me, but I really do feel that things are going to get better for us all and that we should all strive to continue to lead sustainable, healthy, and happy lives. 

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January 4, 2022
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Weighted blankets can have you sleeping like a purring cat. Photo by Kate Stone Matheson
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The DAOFitLife Weekly Hot List

If you are new to DAOFitLife, the weekly hot list is a collection of hot finds in all things fitness - from food to fashion to wellness. Here's what is hot in 2022: Sleep to shine- More and more experts agree that good quality sleep is the key to protecting…

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January 3, 2022
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Accountability is key. So is buying super cute workout clothes (although, they do not have to match!) Photo by Boxed Water Is Better
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How to keep your COVID fitness routine going – or starting

By Neda Khalili (Certified NASM Trainer) and Lili Kazemi When will this all end? How will we ever get back to normal…. What is normal?! I definitely do not have the answers to these questions, however, I do know that taking charge of our health is the one thing we…

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December 1, 2021
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A nice hot stew can keep you going through the week. You can make it in an Instant pot, Tagine, or Wok! Photo by Louis Hansel
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The DAOFitLife Weekly Hot List

Here are the hot links of the week! Nutrition Are you on the go in the morning, but not that hungry? A lot of people don't have early morning appetities, but need some kind of nutrition to get through to lunch. Most of us opt for a cup or two…

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November 29, 2021
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It's ON - best deals for fitness gear and more for you right here. Photo by Tamanna Rumee
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DAOFitLife Hot List – BLACK FRIDAY EDITION

You know you will be shopping this weekend! Scrolling through Amazon while the game is on, or during that car or train ride. Well you are in luck. It is the PERFECT time to stock up on fitness gear! Check out this Self article for the top buys. Not to mention,…

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November 10, 2021
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We can work anytime, anywhere but that does not mean that we should! A bad posture like this is a recipe for pain and disaster. Photo by Christina @ wocintechchat.com
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Posture is the new Prada

And "tech neck" is the new pandemic. Posture affects everything and goes so much by the wayside; especially when we have all of these different forms of fitness and we just ‘do’ the work when potentially there could be an injury in the making...in tandem with our tech neck workdays….eek!…

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November 10, 2021
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The new Ballet by Equinox class can make you appreciate how hard ballerinas have it. But it's FUN. Photo by David Hofmann
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The DAO Weekly Hotlist

New workout discoveries I just fell in love again. Last week Ballet by Equinox launched in DC, one of only three cities (including NYC and LA around the country). These two articles do a great job of breaking down what to expect. I am not a dancer but sure feel…

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November 9, 2021
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You may have to run before or after the light of day this winter - but don't let that break your stride. Photo by Fitsum Admasu
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All you need to know about cold weather running from a track and field champion

This is a follow up post from the last issue’s post on cool weather workouts. Cold weather running is its own art form, and this post explains everything you need to know about timing, gear, injury prevention and recovery. This post is guest authored by a real life devoted runner and former track and field star, my friend and longtime trainer, Neda Khalili.

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October 27, 2021
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The DAO of Fighting the Winter Blues with Food

It’s not unusual to start feeling a little stressed, sluggish, or just generally down at this time of year. Seasonal affective disorder (SAD) is a type of depression that’s believed to be caused by the changing seasons. Typically, symptoms begin to worsen around fall and peak during the winter months.…

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October 12, 2021

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