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Showing posts with label Utah. Show all posts

Tuesday, August 12, 2008

USANA: TenX Antioxidant Blast

USANA: TenX Antioxidant Blast

Product Description:

These delicous bars have an exclusive blend of strawberries, blueberries, apples, and raspberries to give a high potency of antioxitants that have huge benefits like supporting healthy cardiovascular and immune systems. There are no artificial colors, flavors or preservatives and zero saturated fat, trans fat and cholesterol. Also an excellent source of fiber and vitamin C.


Visit: www.mydreams.usana.com

Friday, February 22, 2008

SORRY IT'S BEEN AWHILE

I have been busy with work,time deadlines, and grant writing for a conservation group we are forming. The other moderator has been busy with her online business as well. Anyway, I am posting here, as well as my other blogs. Feel free to visit all of them.


Hawaii Reef Divers

USANA DIFFERENCE

Scuba Sami

USANA CHOICE BLOG


We are busy updating sites, landing pages, and also, make things more efficient by adding communication and live support functions on each of the pages..

Thanks again for your understanding

Higher plasma vitamin C concentrations predict lower risk of stroke in adults

Higher plasma vitamin C concentrations predict lower risk of stroke in adults

To date, clinical trials have not shown significant benefit of vitamin C supplementation in reducing stroke risk, but they have not examined the relation between plasma vitamin C concentrations and stroke risk in a general population.

A recent study published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition examined the relation between baseline plasma vitamin C concentrations and risk of incident stroke in a British population of over 20,000 adult men and women. The participants completed a health questionnaire and attended a clinic during 1993"1997. After an average follow-up time of 9.5 years, the participants in the top fourth of plasma vitamin C levels had a 42% lower risk of stroke compared to those with the lowest levels. These results were independent of age, sex, smoking, BMI, blood pressure, cholesterol, physical activity, diabetes, social class, alcohol consumption, and any supplement use.

Plasma vitamin C concentrations, therefore, may act as an indicator of lifestyle or other factors associated with reduced stroke risk and may be helpful in determining those at high risk of stroke.

American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, Vol. 87, No. 1, 64-69, January 2008

VISION BUILDERS CONFERENCE CALLS MARCH 27th- March 1st 2008

Health and Freedom '08
Online Tele-seminar

Wednesday - Feb. 27th - 7:30PM MST

Dial-in #: 1-712-580-1800
Access Code: 353644#

Online Presentation Link

This Health & Freedom Presentation introduces the #1 Rated Home Based Business opportunity! Learn how to obtain True Health and Financial Freedom.

Thursday Morning
Health and Freedom '08
Online Tele-seminar

Thursday - Feb. 28th - 9:00AM MST

Dail in #: 1-712-580-1800
Access Code: 353644#

Online Presentation Link

This Health & Freedom Presentation introduces the #1 Rated Home Based Business opportunity! Learn how to obtain True Health and Financial Freedom.


Saturday Morning
BDS Fast-Start Training
Online Tele-seminar

Saturday - Mar. 1st - 8:00AM MST

Dial-in #: 1-712-580-1800
Access Code: 353644#

Online Presentation Link

Business Development System Training is the Games Plan Meeting! For ALL New Associates and their SPONSORS - BDS Kit required. Q&A Session.


Attend The Online Tele-seminars

To join the Tele-seminar use the Dial-in Number and Access Code listed above. Lines will open 15 minutes early for introductions and the presentation will begin promptly as scheduled.
To View the Presentation Slides Online simply Click the Online Presentation Link provided with each call. The links are unique for each tele-seminar are a good only for this weeks presentations. New links will be sent each week. Schedules for the up-coming week are e-mailed every Friday. NOTE: The specific date, time, phone number and access code for each call are subject to change.



More Resourses:
Tele-Seminar Schedule USANA Wealth Resource The Power of YOU and Two!

Saturday, February 9, 2008

The Two Choices We Face

by Jim Rohn

Each of us has two distinct choices to make about what we will do with our lives. The first choice we can make is to be less than we have the capacity to be. To earn less. To have less. To read less and think less. To try less and discipline ourselves less. These are the choices that lead to an empty life. These are the choices that, once made, lead to a life of constant apprehension instead of a life of wondrous anticipation.

And the second choice? To do it all! To become all that we can possibly be. To read every book that we possibly can. To earn as much as we possibly can. To give and share as much as we possibly can. To strive and produce and accomplish as much as we possibly can. All of us have the choice.

To do or not to do. To be or not to be. To be all or to be less or to be nothing at all.

Like the tree, it would be a worthy challenge for us all to stretch upward and outward to the full measure of our capabilities. Why not do all that we can, every moment that we can, the best that we can, for as long as we can?

Our ultimate life objective should be to create as much as our talent and ability and desire will permit. To settle for doing less than we could do is to fail in this worthiest of undertakings.

Results are the best measurement of human progress. Not conversation. Not explanation. Not justification. Results! And if our results are less than our potential suggests that they should be, then we must strive to become more today than we were the day before. The greatest rewards are always reserved for those who bring great value to themselves and the world around them as a result of who and what they have become.

To Your Success,
Jim Rohn

This article was submitted by Jim Rohn, America's Foremost Business Philosopher. To subscribe to the Free Jim Rohn Weekly E-zine go to www.jimrohn.com or send a blank email to subscribe@jimrohn.com
Copyright © 2008 Jim Rohn International. All rights reserved worldwide.

Tuesday, February 5, 2008

USANA 2008 International Convention

We have just learned that, in addition to Dr. Myron Wentz and Denis Waitley, keynote speakers at the USANA 2008 International Convention, will include:


Robert Kiyosaki - http://www.richdad.com/


Paul Zane Pilzer - http://www.paulzanepilzer.com/


Tim Sales - http://www.mlmbrilliance.com/about-tim-sales.cfm



This is the first time in history that all of these speakers have appeared at the same venue together, and USANA made it happen!


Many people would pay hundreds of dollars to hear just ONE of these outstanding speakers. Now they have the opportunity to hear ALL of them just for the low price of a USANA Convention ticket.


Please pass this information on to all of your USANA team members, and encourage them to register for Convention NOW while the Early Bird ticket price is still in effect.

Explore: The Journal of Science and Healing

Explore: The Journal of Science and Healing
Explore: The Journal of Science and Healing is an interdisciplinary journal that addresses evidence-based healing practices from a wide variety of sources, including conventional, alternative, and cross-cultural medicine. Written for a broad spectrum of healthcare professionals, the journal explores the healing arts, consciousness, spirituality, eco-environmental issues, and basic science as these fields relate to health.

In addition to research, features include: an editorial by Larry Dossey, MD; an interview with a prominent thought leader; columns on ethnomedicine, diet and health, environmental medicine, nursing, education, death and dying, and medicine on the front lines. More information

Ask Dr. Orloff About Intuitive Healing

Ask Dr. Orloff About Intuitive Healing

You have guidance and protection all around you, from the moment you are born to the day you die. Call it your guardian angels, your ancestors, a higher power, or simply love, you are not as alone as you may think. In "Step Four of Intuitive Healing: Ask For Inner Guidance" Judith Orloff, M.D. presents tips for how you can request inner guidance. She cautions you to have fun and not to try too hard. View more


Keywords:

AHA Scientific Statements, Alice Clegg, Alternative Medicine, antioxidants, body building, Business Opportunity, Calcium, California, Cancer, cardiovascular, diseases, cooking, diets, fitness, food, health, health and freedom, Jason Kilgore, Kilgore and USANA, Kilgore Defense Institute, Kilgore MMA, Martial Arts, men’s health, Mexico USANA, Minerals, mydreams.usana.com, nutrition, Healthy Brain, Cardiorespiratory fitness, nutritional, Recipes, Safety, Sierra Foothills Karate, nutrition, advice, sports, Sports Health, Sports Nutrition, Acupressure, Stress Management, USANA, Usana and Alice Clegg, Usana and Jason Kilgore, Usana and Sierra Foothills Karate, USANA HEALTH SCIENCES, USANA HEALTH SCIENCES DISTRIBUTOR, Traditional Chinese medicine, massage, herbs, botany, marine biology, aquaculture, sea, ocean, Utah, vitamins, wellness, Wellness Misphitz, women, fitness, womens health, Tim Sales, Naturopathic Medicine, integritas group, STI, Health and Freedom, Oriental Medicine, Acupuncture, DAOM, OMD, Metabolic Syndrome, Skin conditions, Journal of Family Practice, Complementary & Alternative Medicine, homeopathic remedies, B vitamins -- folic acid and B12, Alternative Healthcare Professional, Mind Body Health, Cherimoya, Massage Programs, Body Therapy Programs, Asian Holistic Health & massage, Chinese and other Asian systems of medicine, Tui Na Certificate, Tui Na Hand Techniques, CPR/First Aid, Asian Body Therapy, safeliving@usana.com, Mexico USANA, Ocean Conservancy

2-Star Diamonds in Denton, TX this Thursday Night


2-Star Diamonds in Denton, TX this Thursday Night

We are so pleased and excited to announce to you that 2 Star Diamond Directors Bryan & Layda Morris are joining us for the Health and Freedom Presentation this Thursday night!

Bryan and Layda have shattered records for achievement in USANA, advancing their business to the million dollar mark and 2 star level in only FOUR years!

If you were fortunate enough to have heard them at the recent STI Live event in San Antonio, you already know they have an incredible passion for what they do. Even if you missed STI, NOW is the time to SUPERCHARGE your business by bringing your guests to the Health and Freedom this Thursday in Denton.

Our team is so excited to have Bryan and Layda joining us this week; we hope to see you there and wish you good health and massive success in your business.

Here are the details:

USANA Health & Freedom Presentation
Date: Thursday Night, February 7th
Time: 7:30-8:30pm (Please arrive at 7:10)

HOLIDAY INN
1434 Centre Place Drive
Denton, TX 76205
I-35 E. (Teasley Lane Exit 465A)
BEHIND JOHNNY CARINOS RESTAURANT
Hotel Phone: (940) 383-4100

Cost: $5 for Associates, Guests FREE

What an excellent opportunity to share the gift of USANA with those you care about.

Thanks Everybody,

Jason Levi
Silver Director
Platinum Pacesetter
USANA Games Winner
STI Rookie of the Year Finalist


Keywords:

AHA Scientific Statements, Alice Clegg, Alternative Medicine, antioxidants, body building, Business Opportunity, Calcium, California, Cancer, cardiovascular, diseases, cooking, diets, fitness, food, health, health and freedom, Jason Kilgore, Kilgore and USANA, Kilgore Defense Institute, Kilgore MMA, Martial Arts, men’s health, Mexico USANA, Minerals, mydreams.usana.com, nutrition, Healthy Brain, Cardiorespiratory fitness, nutritional, Recipes, Safety, Sierra Foothills Karate, nutrition, advice, sports, Sports Health, Sports Nutrition, Acupressure, Stress Management, USANA, Usana and Alice Clegg, Usana and Jason Kilgore, Usana and Sierra Foothills Karate, USANA HEALTH SCIENCES, USANA HEALTH SCIENCES DISTRIBUTOR, Traditional Chinese medicine, massage, herbs, botany, marine biology, aquaculture, sea, ocean, Utah, vitamins, wellness, Wellness Misphitz, women, fitness, womens health, Tim Sales, Naturopathic Medicine, integritas group, STI, Health and Freedom, Oriental Medicine, Acupuncture, DAOM, OMD, Metabolic Syndrome, Skin conditions, Journal of Family Practice, Complementary & Alternative Medicine, homeopathic remedies, B vitamins -- folic acid and B12, Alternative Healthcare Professional, Mind Body Health, Cherimoya, Massage Programs, Body Therapy Programs, Asian Holistic Health & massage, Chinese and other Asian systems of medicine, Tui Na Certificate, Tui Na Hand Techniques, CPR/First Aid, Asian Body Therapy, safeliving@usana.com, Mexico USANA, Ocean Conservancy

Saturday, January 26, 2008

Health & Freedom/Tuesday, January 29 (6:00 - 7:00 pm) *

Health & Freedom

Dave Fonder is a Ruby director and a Top 100 income earner in USANA. But, it didn't start out that way. USANA found Dave 7 years ago when he was working 60 to 70 hours a week at his own company which had taken him 30 years to build. That company had robbed Dave of his time and his health. Regaining his health was all that mattered and thanks to USANA products and diet, Dave has his health back. Also, although Dave was skeptical at the start, he discovered that the power of the USANA compensation plan has given him the time freedom of which his tradition business had robbed him.



Nancy Schultz is a Gold director with USANA. Seeking financial security, she owned 5 different businesses in the last 25 years. Her last two businesses were a Citgo and a McDonald's restaurant and while convenience stores gave her the security she sought, the cost of that financial security was a mountain of headaches and no vacation time for the preceding 18 years. Three years ago when introduced to USANA, she worked it on the in-betweens of her busy schedule. That part-time effort allowed Nancy to sell her traditional businesses allowing her to focus on USANA full-time.



Both Dave and Nancy joined USANA for financial freedom, among other important reasons, and find it a rewarding way to help other people.

Tuesday, January 29 (6:00 - 7:00 pm) *

Health & Freedom Room


** Note: All webcast times are listed in Pacific Time Zone. **

Success Connection

Webcast Presentations and Training

http://www.MyEConference.org

Wednesday, January 30 (6:00 - 7:00 pm) *

Taxes & Home-Based Businesses

Kristine Hopfensperger is a Ruby Director and Certified Public Accountant (CPA). Kristine holds two Bachelor of Arts degrees in accounting and Spanish, passed the difficult CPA exam on her first try and then worked in public and private accounting practice for 10 years before retiring to pursue USANA full-time.



Today we're excited to have Kristine share tax saving strategies and information on how to audit-proof our records.

Wednesday, January 30 (6:00 - 7:00 pm) *

Special Events Room

http://www.MyEConference.org

Featured Webcasts for January 27 - February 2, 2008

Success Connection

Webcast Presentations and Training

http://www.MyEConference.org

(Visit the link above to access ALL of the webcasts listed)

Featured Webcasts for January 27 - February 2:

Friday, January 25, 2008

Saturday - Feb. 2nd - 8:00AM MST/BDS Fast-Start Training

BDS Fast-Start Training
Online Tele-seminar

Saturday - Feb. 2nd - 8:00AM MST

Dial-in #: 1-712-580-1800
Access Code: 353644#

Online Presentation Link

This BDS Training is a 90 Min. Business Game Plan Meeting to be attended by all New Associates WITH THEIR SPONSORS - BDS Kit required. Q&A Session.

Sunday - Jan. 27th - 7:30PM MST/Vision Builder

The Possibility Call
Ask the Vision Builder

Sunday - Jan. 27th - 7:30PM MST

Dial-in #: 1-712-580-1800
Access Code: 353644#

Online Presentation Link

The Possibility Call is where we "huddle" to answer questions and keep everyone FOCUSED on BUSINESS SUCCESS. We train, share, encourage, and support!

Integritas Group Updates/ Jan 29, 2008

Technology sure has its advantages and makes our lives easier. But, every once in a while it fails and can make us miserable.

On Wednesday I was prepared to share some brand new training content with you. Unfortunately, the entire conference call bridge failed and no one could dial into the call. By the time the problem was fixed I decided it was best to postpone the conference call so that everyone could be on the call.

My sincerest apologies go out to those of you who tried diligently to get onto the conference call, and I hope you'll be able to join us for the call which is now rescheduled for Tuesday, January 29 at 9:00 pm Eastern (New York City time).

Please join me for the upcoming teleclass and I will give you the rock-solid foundation that is needed to present the business in a way that is professional and gets the results you've been looking for...more people signing up in your business.

Here's the information you need to access the call:

Date: Tuesday, January 29

Time: 9:00 pm Eastern (New York City time)

Conference Number: 218-486-1400

(This is a new call-in number but I have been assured that it has been thoroughly tested and will work without fail.)

Passcode: 7104#

If you live outside of the United States and would like to know the correct local time to join the call, use the link below.

http://www.timeanddate.com/worldclock/converter.html

I really hope you can join the call; I look forward to sharing what I know about presenting so you can sponsor more people this year.

Committed to your success,

Tim Sales

PS - Just a reminder that if you use leads or are thinking of trying them, the lead promotion that was to end Wednesday night has been extended to midnight EST on Jan. 30. So you can still get 50% to 75% more leads added to your order for F-R-E-E. Just use the promotional code JANUARY when you order Local or National Real Time leads.

Super Saturday with the Diamonds/February 2, 2008

Super Saturday with the Diamonds



Speakers:

Lynn Allen-Johnson - 5-Star Diamond

Tony & Tammy Daum - 2-Star Diamonds

Mark Wilson - Executive Vice-President for USANA



Date:

February 2, 2008



Where:

First Presbyterian Church of Orlando (Lee Fellowship Hall)

106 East Church Street, Orlando 32801

Go to www.mapquest.com for directions.

(Allow extra time - there is a lot of construction going on!)



Time:

9:00 - 9:30 Registration

9:30 - 10:30 Health & Freedom

10:30 - 11:00 Sign ups & snack break

11:00 - 5:00 Training



There will be a 30 minute lunch break. You can bring your own lunch or you can purchase a boxed lunch if you pre-register @ www.supersaturday2008.eventbrite.com by January 25th.

(Boxed lunch option will be closed after the 25th)



Registration cost:

$20.00 per single distributorship

$25.00 per couple on the same distributorship

Admission is free for non-distributor guests

Boxed lunch includes sandwich, slaw, bag of chips, fruit and a drink

(Pre registered only) $10.00

Thursday, January 24, 2008

USANA Health Sciences, Inc. (USNA)

SALT LAKE CITY, Dec 19, 2007 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- USANA Health Sciences, Inc. (USNA), a health supplement supplier of the Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association (PRCA), had four PRCA riders who placed at the Wrangler National Finals Rodeo, which ended Saturday in Las Vegas.

Steer wrestler Todd Suhn impressed the PRCA and fans alike at the Thomas & Mack Center by grabbing second place in the final round of the Wrangler National Finals. Suhn placed eighth in the year-end world standings and fifth in the overall Wrangler tour standings.

Barrel racer and USANA Associate Vickie Solmonsen, who stands in eighth place in the world standings and third in the overall tour standings, took home sixth place in the final barrel racing round. Bareback rider Kelly Timbermann placed 12th in the finals, holds an eighth-place ranking in the world and holds an overall Wrangler tour ranking of second place in bareback riding. Steer wrestler Sean Mulligan, who sits in fourth place in the world standings this year, finished sixth in the final round and second in the overall standings at the Wrangler National Finals Rodeo.

"It was a great year and the Wrangler National Finals was spectacular," Mulligan said. "USANA's health supplements were a huge reason that I was able to perform at a high level for 10 days in a row. Many contestants got run down over the long 10 rounds in Las Vegas. I was able to win three performances, place in two more, and finish second overall at the Wrangler National Finals Rodeo. I believe that when I'm away from home that it is imperative that I have quality health supplements available to perform at my best."

USANA is excited to be associated with these great PRCA athletes and congratulates them for their showing at the Wrangler National Finals as well as their impressive overall standings for 2007.

For more information about the Wrangler National Finals Rodeo or the PRCA, please visit http://www.prorodeo.com.

About USANA

USANA Health Sciences develops and manufactures high-quality nutritionals, personal care, and weight management products that are sold directly to Preferred Customers and Associates throughout the United States, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Hong Kong, Japan, Taiwan, South Korea, Singapore, Malaysia, Mexico, the Netherlands and the United Kingdom. For more information about USANA, please visit http://www.usana.com.

SOURCE: USANA Health Sciences, Inc.

CONTACT: USANA Health Sciences, Inc.
Dan Macuga, 801-954-7100 Network Development & Public Relations Dan.Macuga@us.usana.com


Copyright Business Wire 2007


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Tuesday, January 8, 2008

Supplement Safety Myths & Facts

MYTH: If it's natural, it must be good for you.

FACT: While research has shown many natural treatments to be safe and effective, they should be taken with consideration.

While many vitamins, minerals, and herbs are known to safely prevent or treat a variety of diseases, they work by altering your body chemistry—just like a medicine from your pharmacy. So before you take an herb or supplement, find out how it might interact with medications you are already taking. Sometimes an interaction can mean that a medicine is depleting vital nutrients from your body, and that an extra vitamin supplement is best for your health—but it's always a good idea to check. It’s also important to never discontinue or change dosage of a medication in favor of a natural treatment unless supervised by a doctor.
MYTH: Everything I need to know about a supplement I can read on the bottle.

FACT: Government regulations restrict manufacturers from making specific health claims—even those based on results of scientific studies.
To find out about the potential benefits and risks of taking a supplement start by doing a little research. It’s always wise to talk to a knowledgeable healthcare professional before taking any supplement, especially if you are taking medications. Also, special safety considerations apply to pregnant or breast-feeding women and to children.

To learn what scientific research has found about your medication’s interactions with herbs or supplements, look in Healthnotes Rx Answers. For reported side effects of a specific herb or nutritional supplement, look it up in Vitamins & Herbs.

MYTH: The latest scientific research is the last word on a supplement’s safety or effectiveness.

FACT: The quality of the full body of research should be considered—not just the latest.

In scientific process, scientists never consider one single study to be the last word; rather, each new study is added to previous research and becomes part of the medical community’s “discussion.”
Keep in mind that when the news media report on new studies, they tend to look for the sensational. Though thousands of studies are published every year showing the benefits of herbs and supplements for a wide range of diseases, studies that make the news are frequently those that claim a supplement is dangerous or doesn’t work. On the other hand, some research is conducted by groups that stand to profit from positive results, such as a supplement manufacturer “proving” that their supplement works for a particular health condition.

The next time you see a headline splashed across the news—especially about those supplements that continue to be the subject of heated debate, such as St. John’s wort, echinacea, vitamin E, vitamin C, ginkgo, ephedra, and kava—keep some perspective by thinking about the following:

Who is doing the reporting? Is it a health column describing the study itself? A TV reporter relating second- or third-hand news from a press release or conference proceedings?

How strong is the evidence? (Some studies lead to convincing conclusions while others are preliminary.)

Are the results published in a scientific journal?

Did the researchers use a control group to compare treatment results with the experiences of people who didn't use it? (If not, improvement attributed to a treatment may be a placebo affect.)

Was the supplement given in a form and amount, and for a duration, that could be expected to be effective?

Was the study conducted by people who have no vested interest in the outcome?

Is there a body of research that suggests it may help with a particular health condition?

Caution: It is never advisable to discontinue or change dosage of a medication and/or begin a different treatment without a doctor's supervision.

MYTH: Medicines are always more effective than natural treatments.

FACT: Some natural treatments can be at least as effective as medicines; however, it's important to properly evaluate treatment options before deciding which to use.

When you are considering treatment options, discuss the following with your healthcare provider when considering what to try:

What are the risks of delaying known effective treatment in order to try an alternative remedy?

Is the body of research on a supplement’s effectiveness positive or inconclusive, and does it appear to be safe when taken in the proper amounts?

How strong is the evidence for the medical treatment, and what is the expected degree of improvement from taking it?

Are a supplement’s costs equivalent or less than those of the medicines used to treat the same condition?

How do the potential dangers of taking the supplement compare with the relative dangers of taking the over-the-counter or prescription medicine?

Asking such questions will help you interpret the significance of scientific findings. To find answers, talk to a knowledgeable professional, and use a science-based resource, such as Healthnotes, that provides an evaluation of up-to-date research.

Being informed is the best way to make good decisions for your health.


Learn more
Children & Supplement Safety
Why Take Vitamins?
Supplement Safety in Pregnancy
How Do I Pick the Right Vitamins?
Understanding Herbal Terminology

Jenefer Angell, MALS, MA, has edited fiction and nonfiction material for software, books, Web sites, and other publishing formats. As Healthnotes managing editor, she has come to understand the complexities of sorting out scientific evidence.

7 benefits of regular physical activity

Exercise: 7 benefits of regular physical activity
Date updated: July 26, 2007

Content provided by MayoClinic.com

Want to feel better, have more energy and perhaps even live longer? Look no further than old-fashioned exercise.

The merits of exercise - from preventing chronic health conditions to boosting confidence and self-esteem - are hard to ignore. And the benefits are yours for the taking, regardless of age, sex or physical ability. Need more convincing? Check out seven specific ways exercise can improve your life.

1. Exercise improves your mood.
Need to blow off some steam after a stressful day? A workout at the gym or a brisk 30-minute walk can help you calm down.
Exercise stimulates various brain chemicals, which may leave you feeling happier and more relaxed than you were before you worked out. You'll also look better and feel better when you exercise regularly, which can boost your confidence and improve your self-esteem. Exercise even reduces feelings of depression and anxiety.

2. Exercise combats chronic diseases.
Worried about heart disease? Hoping to prevent osteoporosis? Regular exercise might be the ticket.

Regular exercise can help you prevent - or manage - high blood pressure. Your cholesterol will benefit, too. Regular exercise boosts high-density lipoprotein (HDL), or "good," cholesterol while decreasing low-density lipoprotein (LDL), or "bad," cholesterol. This one-two punch keeps your blood flowing smoothly by lowering the buildup of plaques in your arteries.

And there's more. Regular exercise can help you prevent type 2 diabetes, osteoporosis and certain types of cancer.

3. Exercise helps you manage your weight.
Want to drop those excess pounds? Trade some couch time for walking or other physical activities.

This one's a no-brainer. When you exercise, you burn calories. The more intensely you exercise, the more calories you burn - and the easier it is to keep your weight under control. You don't even need to set aside major chunks of time for working out. Take the stairs instead of the elevator. Walk during your lunch break. Do jumping jacks during commercials. Better yet, turn off the TV and take a brisk walk. Dedicated workouts are great, but activity you accumulate throughout the day helps you burn calories, too.

4. Exercise strengthens your heart and lungs.
Winded by grocery shopping or household chores? Don't throw in the towel. Regular exercise can leave you breathing easier.
Exercise delivers oxygen and nutrients to your tissues. In fact, regular exercise helps your entire cardiovascular system - the circulation of blood through your heart and blood vessels - work more efficiently. Big deal? You bet! When your heart and lungs work more efficiently, you'll have more energy to do the things you enjoy.

5. Exercise promotes better sleep.
Struggling to fall asleep? Or stay asleep? It might help to boost your physical activity during the day.

A good night's sleep can improve your concentration, productivity and mood. And, you guessed it, exercise is sometimes the key to better sleep. Regular exercise can help you fall asleep faster and deepen your sleep. The timing is up to you - but if you're having trouble sleeping, you might want to try late afternoon workouts. The natural dip in body temperature five to six hours after you exercise might help you fall asleep.

6. Exercise can put the spark back into your sex life.
Are you too tired to have sex? Or feeling too out of shape to enjoy physical intimacy? Exercise to the rescue.

Regular exercise can leave you feeling energized and looking better, which may have a positive effect on your sex life. But there's more to it than that. Exercise improves your circulation, which can lead to more satisfying sex. And men who exercise regularly are less likely to have problems with erectile dysfunction than are men who don't exercise, especially as they get older.

7. Exercise can be - gasp - fun!
Wondering what to do on a Saturday afternoon? Looking for an activity that suits the entire family? Get physical!

Exercise doesn't have to be drudgery. Take a ballroom dancing class. Check out a local climbing wall or hiking trail. Push your kids on the swings or climb with them on the jungle gym. Plan a neighborhood kickball or touch football game. Find an activity you enjoy, and go for it. If you get bored, try something new. If you're moving, it counts!

Are you convinced? Good. Start reaping the benefits of physical activity today!

Health & Freedom '08 incentives

In January and February, entice prospects to attend Health & Freedom Presentations with a chance to win a trip for two to Orlando, Florida. Guests and their sponsoring Associates will win. Travel dates are Monday, April 21 to Sunday, April 27, 2008. Trip includes airfare for two to Orlando; two-day Walt Disney World Park Hopper passes; six-night hotel stay at the Peabody Orlando, a 4-Star, 4-Diamond hotel; and tickets to the Orlando Celebration.How to EnterEach guest will need to fill out a contest entry form. As a sponsoring Associate, you will need to download and complete your portion of the form for each guest prior to the presentation. The meeting host is responsible for sending entries to USANA. (Consider providing a box for collecting entries.) Because of the quick turnaround time, we suggest hosts either fax entries or mail through Priority Mail or FedEx. Please only use one method of sending contest entries.Mail: USANA Data ProcessingOrlando Trip DrawingAttn: Geri Cleveland90 LodestoneTooele UT 84074Fax: 1-800-289-8081 Two trips will be awarded each week. Weekly winners will be drawn and announced every Wednesday via e-mail. Non-winning entries will be carried over to the next week’s drawing. The sooner your entries are received, the better chances you and your guests will have of winning. Deadline for entries is noon (MST) on dates as follows:

January
01/15/08
01/22/08
01/29/08

February
02/05/08
02/12/08
02/19/08

Get full rules and more details on USANAtoday.