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May 2006

Get Growing!

Grow for it: Stretch! Experiment! Reach for what makes you feel great.

On the Cover | Rugby all-star

Letter From the Founder | Growth Management

In business, there's a concept known as the "Peter Principle" that describes how individuals within an organization tend to be promoted... READ ON

Thoughts From the Editor | One Loop at a Time

There was a time, not so very long ago, when I was less healthy than I am today. And I hope, looking back five years from now, that I can say... READ ON

Fitness Frontiers

Evolve your workouts and lay claim to some righteous rewards: more motivation, exhilaration and satisfaction await those who are willing to... READ ON

Maximize Your Metabolism

If you want to take off - and keep off - unwanted pounds, a healthy metabolism is your body's best fat-burning friend. Find out which... READ ON

The Promise of Integrative Medicine

Disillusioned by decades of disease-focused medicine, more doctors and patients are now shifting their focus to whole-person health. Ancient... READ ON

Form & Function | Fitness Testing 1, 2, 3: Cardio Capacity

Whether your goal is to win a 10K or drop some unwanted pounds, cardio testing can help you streamline your workouts and maximize your... READ ON

Fitness Fixes | Cold Shoulder

The cause of frozen shoulder is a mystery. For millions of Americans, its symptoms are debilitating. Fortunately, the condition can be cured... READ ON

Success Stories | Tackling Lupus

Chemo treatments and broken bones haven't stopped Phil Zerante from chasing his dream of playing college football. Meet a teen who is living... READ ON

Nutrients | Powder Power

With dozens of different kinds on the market, and an ongoing debate about their potential benefits, protein powders present a consumer... READ ON

Edibles | Kitchen-Smart Kids

Want your little ones to grow up knowing how to cook? Serve up a healthy dose of food literacy, starting now. READ ON

Head Out | Ancient Escapes

Seeking a peaceful retreat and an unforgettable experience? Visit an old-growth forest. These undisturbed ecosystems link us to the past even as... PRINT EDITION ONLY

Full Speed | The Fast & Slow of It

Short on speed? Lacking endurance? You may have trained those limitations into your system. With some muscle know-how, you can train 'em... READ ON

Life Balance | Second Acts

Is your well-traveled career path begging for a plot twist? Prepare to play out the most satisfying scenes of your life. PRINT EDITION ONLY

Insight | True Friends

Do your friendships seem stuck in superficial ruts? If you crave deeper, richer connections, it may be time to take a few relationship risks.... READ ON