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Huel: Hassle-Free Lunches for My Family

June 13, 2019June 12, 2019Jonathan H. Liu

My family tried out Huel, a nutritionally complete food.

Fully Tic Toc – Chairs and Balance Boards to Keep You Moving

March 15, 2019March 14, 2019Ryan Hiller

Fully’s Tic Toc Chair and Tic Toc Tyke are excellent seating options, encouraging movement, for use with your desks when in sitting position. Fully also offers balance boards and soft topo mats excellent for use when standing.

The Importance of Sleep

December 23, 2018December 21, 2018Skip Owens

I wish someone would have told me 25 years ago a fraction of the things I learned by reading the book ‘Why We Sleep: Unlocking the Power of Sleep and Dreams’ by Matthew Walker PhD. So I am writing this so others don’t have to wait as long as I did.

Bodaciously Awesome Family Show: IRONMAN and Little Debbie

November 12, 2018November 11, 2018Adam DiMuzio

I wanted to give them a chance to ask questions and, maybe, inspire them to push beyond their limits with their own stupid ideas. They then learned that my race was sponsored by Little Debbie and I brought home a bag full of samples.

Tonal features digital weights to make a smart system of strength training.

Tonal is High-Tech Strength Training

August 23, 2018August 22, 2018Michael Kaufman

Tonal brings a strength training system that uses machine learning to help users become their strongest.

Fully’s Cora Standing Desk Converter– Sleek and Affordable, There’s No Excuse Not to Be Moving!

July 30, 2018July 30, 2018Ryan Hiller2

The Cora Standing Desk Converter is another superb adjustable height desk option from Fully. Affordable at just $159 and “Designed with durability and flexibility in mind,” the Cora is easily placed on your favorite workspace, converting it to a desk that encourages movement.

A Busy Geek’s Guide to Wellness – Part 1

July 15, 2018July 14, 2018Samantha Fisher4

In looking out for oneself, it is important to take stock of where we are, where we want to be, and how we might get there. Tag along as I lay out my plans for the next year and update you each month on my progress as this busy geek shares her journey to a healthier life.

iFit: A Fitness Program Even Geeks Will Love

April 16, 2018April 15, 2018Skip Owens4

Living a geeky lifestyle isn’t well known for going hand-in-hand with also being a fitness nut, but that doesn’t mean the two can’t go together. Recently I was approached by the folks at iFit to check out their subscription service, smartphone application and fitness tracker device combination and the results of my trial run of the iFit program is as follows.

The Wonder Woman Within: Finding Your Strength to Conquer Infertility

March 9, 2018March 8, 2018Guest3

Moms are modern day superheroes. They instill within us the concept that we can have it all—a brilliant career, a house, a partner, and a family—if we so choose. While most of us have ticked off the first three of these boxes by age 30, dreams of “having it all” can come crashing down with a diagnosis of infertility. [Sponsored]

Cycle While You Work: FlexiSpot Deskcise Pro

November 19, 2017December 14, 2017Skip Owens

If you struggle to find the time to exercise, the Deskcise Pro allows you to burn calories while working on a laptop, reading a book, playing on your Nintendo Switch, or even while watching TV. It allows you to combine exercise with things you already spend time doing every day.

A sign in front of an old factory says Factory Closed, rezoning for recreational purposes

World Vasectomy Day 2017 – GeekDads Give You the Facts

November 17, 2017December 14, 2017Stephen R Clark8

At GeekDad, we’re dads. We’ve had the same questions you do about vasectomies. Some have even had the procedure. We’re also geeks. We like to know everything about a subject. We’ve got your answers in one tidy article, but with citations, so you can learn more.

Battle Pediatric Cancer by Jumping in Muddy Puddles

August 5, 2017Dave Banks

Fighting pediatric cancer gets dirty at this weekend’s Mess Fest, run by the Muddy Puddle Project.

How to Up Your Work Game With Fully’s Cooper Standing Desk Converter

August 1, 2017June 2, 2020Ryan Hiller4

The Cooper Standing Desk Converter lets you easily convert your existing work-space into a desk that allows you to sit or stand, and keep moving while you work.

Seeking Better Sleep: LectroFan and Sound+Sleep SE Sound Machines

July 27, 2017Brad Moon2

Having trouble sleeping? Instead of fussing with sound apps plus speakers or headphones, consider the LectroFan or Sound+Sleep SE, sound machines that mask background noise and help you to relax.

Vi earphones include an AI fitness trainer.

Artificial Intelligence in Vi Earphones Improves Fitness Training

July 24, 2017Michael Kaufman11

Vi earphones use biosensing and an artificial intelligence personal trainer to coach and motivate users.

3 Books for Mental Health Awareness Week

May 10, 2017Robin Brooks

This week, in the UK, is Mental Health Awareness Week. Here is a summary of three books that might help with the struggle against depression.

Customize Your Night’s Rest With Sleeping Organic’s Shredded Latex Pillow

April 26, 2017Jenny Bristol

Getting a good night’s sleep is key to being functional the next day, as well as contributing to your overall health. Finding the right pillow for you is a big part of that. Sleeping Organic’s Shredded Latex Pillow is a great option.

Fidget Cube – Not for Me After All

March 23, 2017December 13, 2017Dakster Sullivan2

Fidget Cube is a great tool for some. Sensory nightmare for others.

Monthly Commitment Challenge: Commit to Yourself

February 14, 2017Jenny Bristol

Commit to do something for yourself every day for a month. And then do it again.

CES Report – Smart Detection of Radon with Airthings Wave

January 13, 2017December 14, 2017Michael Kaufman

The new Wave radon detector from Airthings gives homeowners much more than just an alert when radon levels are dangerously high: it provides long-term analysis of the dangerous gas.

How We Share the Load (See What I Did There?) of Washing Dishes (Sponsored)

December 12, 2016Rory Bristol

An easy trick (with greater applications) helps our family share the responsibility of doing the dishes without conflict or confusion.

Talking Climate Change With Your Kids

December 1, 2016Mariana Ruiz

Where do we come from? How come everything exists? Why are we alive? Sometimes kids won’t ask you these questions, but what will you do when they start showing up?

Helix Sleep Review: The Advantages of a Customized Mattress

November 27, 2016Brad Moon5

I’ve been following the whole online mattress-in-a-box thing for the past several years. The idea appeals to me. I’ve always hated mattress shopping, not just because of the experience of hopping between showrooms and trying to decipher the sale versus retail pricing but also because my wife and I have very different preferences.

Notarize: A Notary Service for the Digital Age

November 23, 2016Skip Owens2

Having a document notarized is probably not something you find yourself having to do very often, but when you need to have one it can be a huge pain. So, the next time you need something notarized there is a much more convenient and geeky way to do it… Notarize.

Focus on “Ending the Parent-Teen Control Battle”

November 22, 2016Joey L. Mills1

In his debut book ‘Ending the Parent-Teen Control Battle,’ licensed social worker turned author Neil D. Brown, LCSW, shares his method for dealing with the sometimes devastating conflict in households between well-meaning parents and their teenage children.

Kickstarter Alert — Breathe Easy With the Knit Monitor

October 31, 2016December 13, 2017Z

The Knit Monitor is a new kind of infant sleep solution. Think of it as both a security camera for your new bundle of joy and an app-enabled sleep tracker all in one.

Getting ‘SuperBetter’: Exercises to Curb Distractions for Kids

October 19, 2016Melissa Ford1

The app requires users to be 13 or older, so I’ve been using the exercises in the book with the kids. She writes about collecting and using power-ups during your day, fighting bad guys, and going on quests. And because everything ties into video games, my kids have been able to easily make the jump from how they feel playing a game on their iPod to recreating that feeling in the real world.

#ItCanWait – My 21 Days Are Over, But the Challenge Continues

October 15, 2016Z1

Last month I took AT&T’s 21-Day Challenge, a part of the long-running #ItCanWait campaign that encourages drivers to keep their eyes on the road and off of their mobile devices. Here’s what I learned from the experience.

Today Is International Cook With Your Kids Day

October 15, 2016Will James1

Today is International Cook With Your Kids Day. Check out all of the photos of our writers and their kids making the recipes we submitted. We hope you’re cooking along with us today!

Don’t Forget International Cook With Your Kids Day

October 14, 2016Will James

This is a final reminder that tomorrow is the inaugural International Cook With Your Kids Day.

Category: Health

Huel: Hassle-Free Lunches for My Family

Fully Tic Toc – Chairs and Balance Boards to Keep You Moving

The Importance of Sleep

Bodaciously Awesome Family Show: IRONMAN and Little Debbie

Tonal is High-Tech Strength Training

Fully’s Cora Standing Desk Converter– Sleek and Affordable, There’s No Excuse Not to Be Moving!

A Busy Geek’s Guide to Wellness – Part 1

iFit: A Fitness Program Even Geeks Will Love

The Wonder Woman Within: Finding Your Strength to Conquer Infertility

Cycle While You Work: FlexiSpot Deskcise Pro

World Vasectomy Day 2017 – GeekDads Give You the Facts

Battle Pediatric Cancer by Jumping in Muddy Puddles

How to Up Your Work Game With Fully’s Cooper Standing Desk Converter

Seeking Better Sleep: LectroFan and Sound+Sleep SE Sound Machines

Artificial Intelligence in Vi Earphones Improves Fitness Training

3 Books for Mental Health Awareness Week

Customize Your Night’s Rest With Sleeping Organic’s Shredded Latex Pillow

Fidget Cube – Not for Me After All

Monthly Commitment Challenge: Commit to Yourself

CES Report – Smart Detection of Radon with Airthings Wave

How We Share the Load (See What I Did There?) of Washing Dishes (Sponsored)

Talking Climate Change With Your Kids

Helix Sleep Review: The Advantages of a Customized Mattress

Notarize: A Notary Service for the Digital Age

Focus on “Ending the Parent-Teen Control Battle”

Kickstarter Alert — Breathe Easy With the Knit Monitor

Getting ‘SuperBetter’: Exercises to Curb Distractions for Kids

#ItCanWait – My 21 Days Are Over, But the Challenge Continues

Today Is International Cook With Your Kids Day

Don’t Forget International Cook With Your Kids Day

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