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Walk of Life Day 34

By Wendy Bumgardner, About.com

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Today's Walk
30-60 minute walk in the healthy heart zone 50-60% of your maximum heart rate. Finish your walk at a moderate pace with 5 minutes of cool down at a very easy pace.

Exercise: Abs

Don't Demonize Dessert
If desserts are your downfall, don't make them forbidden fruit. Many people have a sweet tooth. You simply have to make good choices about how often to satisfy it - and with how much. First, try to get as much nutrition into the dessert - fruit, nonfat milk products, fiber. Then watch the portions. Save up your fat exchanges for the day for a splurge on dessert.
Common Sense Tips for Healthy Desserts

Getting Older, Getting Better
Think of yourself 10 years ago. What 3 things have you learned in 10 years that were valuable lessons?

Fun
Who Wants to be a Parkologist?
Test your knowledge of US national parks.

Recipe
Patriotic Fruit SaladA red, white and blue salad with watermelon, blueberries, and jicama.

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