5 Cheap and Cheerful Ways to Stay Fit While Dating

While dating is technically supposed to be fun, in reality, it's kinda hard work. In the early phases, the stress of waiting for phone calls, the anxiety over what to wear or how to do your hair, the tension of awkward silences during the calamari appetizer—all can be brutal on the ol' ticker. Later on, trying to find fresh ways to keep the bloom of love alive can often seem like equally hard work. Plus all that wining and dining can be your wallet's worst enemy, not to mention your waistline's. With all this in mind, we'd like to suggest a few fun, healthy—and inexpensive—ways to incorporate fitness into your efforts at romance.

Healthy Eating: Roasted Root Vegetables

Live from Tony Horton's kitchen, here's Tony's personal chef Missy Costello demonstrating how to make one of Mr. X's favorite vegan meals.

7 Substitutes for Diet-Killing Picnic Foods

It's almost summertime, which brings the incongruous collision of picnic season and swimsuit season. The weather's perfect for hiking, camping, barbecuing, and days at the beach—lots of opportunities for outdoor exercise, but just as many opportunities to pig out at pool parties, luaus, outdoor festivals, and county fairs. Here are some foods to try avoiding during the dog days of summer, and some ideas for substitutions for picnic favorites.

Recipe: Southwestern Salad

This salad isn't your traditional leafy variety—rather, it's a medley of flavorful ingredients that'll make your taste buds feel like they're cruising old Route 66 from Amarillo to the West Coast!

10 Reasons to Eat Organically and Locally

"Think globally, act locally" isn't just for bumper stickers anymore. This grassroots politics-type slogan has become an important way of thinking about where your next meal should come from. But the implications here are far more than political. Buying local—as well as organic—foods allows you to protect your family by feeding them in the safest way possible.

Chris H. Goes INSANE!

At 240 pounds with a 38-inch waist, Chris H. was getting desperate. Now 60 days of INSANITY

5 Factors for Choosing Your Workout Wear

What's one of the best things about working out at home? You can wear whatever you want. There's no dress code. No need to appear "cool." And no fashion police. The idea is to dress for action—your way.

The Five Pillars of Willpower

Congratulations! You've made the decision to turn things around, so you've ordered your Beachbody^® exercise program and you're ready to dive in. But that's only half the battle. How does a social butterfly like you find time to squeeze in a workout? And how do you deal with family and friends who might not understand what you're trying to accomplish? Willpower can be tough, but here are five helpful tips.

Getting in Navy SEAL Shape!

lilvietsolja knew he was too skinny and too out of shape to achieve his dream of becoming a Navy SEAL. Then an actual Navy SEAL tipped him off to P90X. Now he's on his way to packing on the muscle.

9 Appetite-Suppressing Foods

If you're like most people, conquering your appetite is one of the biggest challenges you face in your fitness and weight loss journey. As soon as the word "diet" crosses your lips, you may find yourself craving all the junk you know you're not supposed to eat. The secret is eating the right foods to help calm the cravings for the wrong ones.

The Carb Lover's Diet: 4 Tips for Losing Weight without Losing Your Mind

I love carbs. If my last meal on earth is warm bread with olive oil and a glass of wine, I'll die happy. But I love to be fit and lean too. So I know that if I want rock-hard buns, I'll occasionally have to skip the cinnamon buns. I don't live without carbs, but I do make better choices so I can still fit in my jeans. Here's how I do it.

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Holiday Gift-Giving Guide: 4 Great Books That Give Back!

We know, we know—you're so busy working out and taking in all the information you get from the Beachbody® and P90X newsletters, you don't have time to read a new book. Well, this isn't about you! It's about all the friends you still need to buy presents for, and for them, books are an ideal gift. They're affordable, you can mail them cheap, and by giving someone a book, you suggest to them that you think they're at least quasi-literate. So with no further ado, let's check out some great reads.

Recipe: Calabacita (Spicy Corn and Squash Medley)

Calabacita" means "little squash" in Spanish, and a little squash is always a good thing—especially when it's prepared with zingy onion, flavorful garlic, sweet corn, savory tomatoes, and spicy green chilies. This is a great, quick side dish that's especially easy to prepare if you use frozen corn and canned tomatoes—or make it with nothing but fresh vegetables straight from your local farmers' market. Each serving is low in fat and calories, and chock-full of flavor. Enjoy!

Working Out in Small Spaces

It's great not to have drive to the gym. You save on gas, time, parking, and hassle. But sometimes it's hard to work out in limited home spaces. Here are some tips from Tony Horton for working out in small spaces.

Recipe: Dreamy Avocado Dressing

Here's a terrific way to dress up a salad and really make it sing! Follow quantities as written for a thicker dressing that also makes a terrific dip. Add more yogurt for a creamier texture that makes it a little easier to toss. Either way, it's outstanding!

Recipe: My Mom's Pancakes

Like so many of my family's "secret" recipes, this one began life on the side of a food package—in this case, a carton of eggs (no surprise when you see the second ingredient). Plus, this is a pretty good way of sneaking extra protein into your kids' diets.

How Much Salt Is Too Much?

Traditionally, salt has always been a major component of the American diet. But how much is too much? Let's take a look at our national addiction to sodium.

Recipe: Baked Trout Olé!

Want mega-protein with mega-flavor? Here's a quick and easy way to prepare trout (or any favorite fish) in zesty, citrusy, south-of-the border-y style. ¡Olé!

Deep Sea Deliciousness: A Guide to Edible Seaweed

You've probably seen tons of seaweed in the waves or along the beach, but did you know it's actually a delicious, nutritious, and surprisingly popular food? If you've had sushi, miso soup—even salad dressing, pudding, or ice cream—odds are, you've eaten seaweed. Let's take a look at the five most common types of edible seaweed.