Biggest Loser Marathon Cheater to Re-Run

Filed under: Fitness, Diet and Weight Loss, Celebrities and Entertainment

After Dane Patterson (aka Marathon Cheater) was eliminated from "The Biggest Loser" three weeks ago, he attempted a marathon at home with his wife. The show's producers shared a victory clip of Dane completing the marathon, but what they didn't reveal was they drove him three miles in a van toward the finish line.

A big public outcry followed -- this grinds against the cardinal rule of a marathon -- you never, ever say you finished The Big One if you didn't actually cover the distance. Now the Marathon Cheater is attempting redemption, scheduled to run the Country Music Marathon in Nashville next month. I wish you luck Dane. Finish all 26.2 miles (crawl if you have to) and I forgive you ... but I'm still sore at those producers.

Do you think Dane's attempt at a second marathon makes up for his initial false finish? Vote in the poll below.

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Sleep Yourself Skinny - This Week on AOL Health

Filed under: Motivation and Inspiration, Diet and Weight Loss

Be honest. How often do you get the recommended sevenish hours of sleep? A new

iPosture - Vibrate Your Way Straight

Filed under: Fitness

Slouchers have a new way of standing up straight, no nagging piano teacher required. Adhere the mini iPosture disk to your chest and anytime you vary three degrees or more from vertical, bzzzz, a reminder zap sets you straight.

"FitSugar" has the full scoop on this $65 micro-electric fence to keep looking long, lean and posture-strong. In the meantime, roll those shoulders back, then pull 'em down toward your back pockets -- one of the most effective tips from my physical therapist ever.

Jared Seymour Races with Something Seriously Working Against Him

Filed under: Fitness, Motivation and Inspiration, That's Fit Club

That's Fit Club is our feature devoted to you, the reader. We have all learned so much on our paths to becoming more fit, and now it's time to learn from and inspire each other. That's Fit Club members are constantly working to better themselves. Some are perfect; some are not. But all have health on the mind.

Besides showing you off, we want to reward you for all of your hard work! Adidas is giving gorgeous gym bags to each featured member. To join, please send Fitz your answers to these questions, with a photo of yourself. Time for you to be the motivator!

Name: Jared Seymour

Age: 32

Occupation: National Account Rep for Oakley

What type of exercise do you do? Running, Bike, Swimming, Basketball

What gets you to work out, even when you're feeling lazy? My wife. She is a great motivator when I won't get off the couch.

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Strength Training - Is It a Part of Your Workout?

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Here at That's Fit, we're constantly telling you what we think about things, but sometimes it's nice to know what you think. So from time to time, we'll ask you a question. Don't be afraid to speak up -- we love feedback.

When you think of working out, what does that entail? Going for a run? Visiting the gym? Following along with a fitness DVD? Whatever your favorite activities are, the best workout routines are those that are well-rounded. I know that I love cardio workouts. There's something about huffing and puffing at the end of a routine that makes me feel like I really accomplished something. But I know how important -- and effective -- strength training is for my body. So I wonder ... is strength training a part of your workout?

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Too Fat To Work, Yoga Giveaway and More - March 17 to March 23

Filed under: Fitness, Food and Nutrition

As fabulous as we at That's Fit think this blog is, the truth is there are hundreds of wonderful blogs on healthy living to be seen all over the blogosphere. So in this feature, Fit Links, we'll introduce you to some that have caught our eye.

Crazy but true -- as "Parentdish" tells us, a British family of four is considered too obese to work and have been living on the taxpayer's dollar for 11 years because of it. Sounds like they could use some help from our own Fitz!

It's neither Christmas nor Thanksgiving, but that doesn't mean you should avoid cranberries. At "Love + Blueberries," they're extolling the virtues of this tiny, nutritious snack.

What do you keep in your gym bag? "Fitsugar" counts down the top items that you absolutely must have in yours.

Speaking of bags, "Green Daily" is giving away a super handy, super stylish yoga bag, so hurry up and enter the draw! Yes, it's the same one we're giving away, but why not double your chances?

What does Joy Bauer, nutritionist for "The Today Show," keep in her pantry? Head over to Slashfood to find out.

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Mind Games - Use Them to Make Your Walk More Interesting

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When it comes to exercise, walking is the go-to choice for a simple, accessible, inexpensive yet effective workout. Simply lace up a sturdy pair of shoes and go. But I've discovered that if I forget my music player, walking can get a little ... well ... boring. At least when I'm stuck on a neighborhood route that I've walked 1,000 times.

If you find yourself getting in a walking rut, trying playing games to entertain your brain. You never know -- they just might make you walk a little longer and a little stronger:

• I Spy: Find an object that starts with A -- automobile, maybe? -- and work your way to the letter Z. Don't turn for home until you're at least half way through the alphabet.
• Interval Challenge: Pick a nearby landmark and run or race-walk to it, walk until you catch your breath, then pick a new landmark and do it again.
• Let Chance Plan Your Route: Bring a coin on your walk. At each corner, give it a flip. Heads means go straight, tails means turn.

How do you keep your mind occupied while on a long walk?

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