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All Olympics, All the Time

I'll admit it--I'm an Olympics junkie.  Always have been.  There's something about winter sports that has incredible panache and extreme coolness, and every four years I'm absolutely riveted to the TV, with my knitting, for the entire two weeks.

And can I brag a little and say that I'm married to a former competitive ski jumper?  He's increased my knowledge a lot, but long before I knew him, I still loved to watch ski racing and luge.

For the truly addicted, like myself, the Internet has added a whole new dimension.  NBC's website is running a number of guest blogs updated by NBC staff and actual Olympic athletes.  The group blog is called Torino Tracker.  Inside info for the Olympics junkie...

Moving the Bod

The Chicago-area Danskin Women's Triathlon Series runs, bikes, and swims toward the finish line this weekend.  It's a good time to take a look at fitness topics.  Many of us talk a good game when it comes to fitness, whether it's defined as the proverbial sixpack, a slimmer physique, or personal stamina goals, but many of us have a hard time prying ourselves off the couch to get started in the first place.

A great journey begins with the first step.  Stay with me, now.  One, two,...

Looking to add more movement to your life?  Walking is low-impact and easy to do.  This site or The Walking Site can get you going.

Maybe you've always harbored a secret desire to be a runner.  Running needn't be limited to the young and impossibly thin.  You can start where you are and build mileage and stamina.  Cool Running offers news, training information, and support.  Closer to home, the Badgerland Striders will keep you up to date on running activities in this area.

If you're fortunate enough to have access to a pool, swimming offers vigorous low-impact exercise.  United States Masters Swimming promotes "swimming for life".

No excuses, now...