This past week was filled with last-minute planning meetings, volunteers’ meetings and another awesome, but difficult, long run!

Think coffee is the only way to stay focused and alert in the morning? Think again. As hard as it may be to believe, that greasy side of bacon everyone avoids might help kick the brain into high gear. A recent study done at the University of North Dakota, found that a high-fat diet may enhance mental performance in the people who undeniably need it the most—pilots.

Instead of letting Debbie Downer give our body image a beating, we can do a little something to feel better about ourselves—sneak in a workout. According to new study published in the September issue of the Journal of Health Psychology, physical activity might give our body image a much needed boost.

Find out how to boost your self-esteem in less than 10 minutes, try 4 tasty yogurt recipes and debunk 8 fitness myths.

For many of us, our downfall, when it comes to eating, is to snack on whatever’s in sight when we get hungry. Sure, we have busy lives, and when hunger strikes, it really strikes and we’ve just got to eat… right then and there. The calories add up when you’re not consciously thinking about what you’re putting in your mouth. Whether you’re an all-day snacker or someone who solely eats her three meals a day, it’s still easy to overeat. The solution?

Forget expensive core strengthening equipment. Try a new budget-friendly approach to target core muscles—pillows. Our fluffy, soft friends may just be the next best piece of workout equipment with easy throw-it-back-on-your-couch storage. How many other pieces of home décor can promise to tighten the midsection?

Tonight the contestants faced another challenge as they went into voting... they would have to make the toughest decision they have ever had to make since Season 8 began. It came down to either Julio or Danny and Liz. Read Julio's post-show interview.

This past weekend I was in Augusta, Georgia, supporting my friend who completed his first half distance triathlon (70.3 miles = 1.2 Swim, 56 Bike, 13.1 Run). On our way down to Augusta, you could feel the anticipation and nervous energy running through his veins.

Hey Wii fans! Here's your chance to have Jillian Michaels train you right in your living room. Fine, maybe Jill can't actually be there herself, but the virtual Jill can kick your butt just as hard. Today is the release of Jillian Michaels's new game Fitness Ultimatum 2010 for the Nintendo Wii.

When picking out shoes comfort and support is usually trumped by how good they look, but those sexy heels may lead to more than a few compliments. According to the journal Arthritis Care and Research, poor shoe choices today may cause foot pain down the road.