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  • Tuesday, February 21 2012 1:07 PM EST2012-02-21 18:07:50 GMT
    Millions of Americans have diabetes or at least know someone with the disease and now celebrity Chef Charles Mattocks is making it his mission to become the rock.

  • Tuesday, February 7 2012 1:49 PM EST2012-02-07 18:49:27 GMT
    The winners were selected from a pool of nearly 200 WTOC viewers who submitted an application online and participated in weekly boot camps.

  • Tuesday, January 31 2012 12:19 PM EST2012-01-31 17:19:14 GMT
    It's the final week of the 28 Day Fit Club Challenge. The heat is on as challengers try to shed those final pounds and change their physiques.

  • Thursday, January 26 2012 4:37 PM EST2012-01-26 21:37:01 GMT
    For the past few weeks we have been highlighting some great gyms in our area hosting boot camps as part of the WTOC 28 Day Fit Club Challenge. This week we visit Black Creek Fitness in Ellabell, where community support plays a huge role in achieving your fitness goals.

  • Tuesday, January 17 2012 1:40 PM EST2012-01-17 18:40:58 GMT
    This weekend challengers were taken through 2 grueling workouts, they learned teamwork and determination are key in achieving your weight loss goals.

  • Tuesday, January 10 2012 4:45 PM EST2012-01-10 21:45:46 GMT
    With determination in their eyes, and a pep in their step more than 100 people gathered at Daffin Park to put their fitness goals in motion through the 28 Day Fit Club Challenge.

  • Tuesday, December 20 2011 6:26 PM EST2011-12-20 23:26:48 GMT

    The holidays are a time to celebrate. We eat, we drink, we indulge then we end up feeling bloated, tired and lazy.

  • Tuesday, December 13 2011 1:44 PM EST2011-12-13 18:44:36 GMT
    Some elementary and middle school-aged girls are doing something that would challenge most adults, run a 5k.

  • Tuesday, December 6 2011 11:02 AM EST2011-12-06 16:02:14 GMT
    During the holidays, the office becomes a wonderland of sugary, high-fat foods and treats.

  • Tuesday, November 29 2011 11:49 AM EST2011-11-29 16:49:18 GMT
    At the mere age of 11, Mackenzie Scott crossed the United Way Turkey Trot Finish Line in just over 21 minutes, taking third place in the women's division.

  • Wednesday, November 23 2011 1:12 PM EST2011-11-23 18:12:02 GMT
    The secret to fighting the holiday bulge is to have a plan.

  • Tuesday, November 15 2011 5:48 PM EST2011-11-15 22:48:06 GMT
    It is starting to feel a little cooler outdoors and the holiday treats are surfacing, but if you are looking for a way to stay fit and eat healthy, no matter what the season, you don't have to travel too far.

  • Tuesday, November 1 2011 5:15 PM EDT2011-11-01 21:15:48 GMT
    One of the biggest mistakes that marathoners make is starting out too fast and then hitting a wall later.

  • Tuesday, November 1 2011 12:36 PM EDT2011-11-01 16:36:30 GMT
    The countdown is on until the marathon. Find out what to do days before the big race.

  • Tuesday, October 25 2011 12:55 PM EDT2011-10-25 16:55:06 GMT
    Runners are getting their final miles in before they join the thousands of people participating in the inaugural Rock 'n' Roll Marathon in Savannah.

  • Tuesday, October 11 2011 11:12 AM EDT2011-10-11 15:12:34 GMT
    The Pump n' Jump workout that can be done anywhere and guarantees results. Pump n' Jump is resistance training at it's best.

  • Tuesday, October 4 2011 1:08 PM EDT2011-10-04 17:08:41 GMT
    Over the weekend, some area athletes showed off their hard work and dedication at the fifth annual 180 Fitness Bodybuilding and Figure Classic.

  • Wednesday, September 14 2011 7:21 AM EDT2011-09-14 11:21:44 GMT
    In this week's Fit Club, we visit the St. Joseph's/ Candler wellness center pool where seniors are tuning to aqua aerobics to stay in shape despite any health problems they may have.

  • Wednesday, September 14 2011 7:21 AM EDT2011-09-14 11:21:44 GMT
    As the NFL is working through it's lockout issues, one professional football player is using his skills to inspire area youth and adults.

  • Wednesday, September 14 2011 7:21 AM EDT2011-09-14 11:21:44 GMT
    Have you ever wanted to train like an athlete? Well you can. WTOC visited D1 sports, where adults are getting the opportunity the experience the same D1 training programs as their pros do.

  • Wednesday, September 14 2011 7:21 AM EDT2011-09-14 11:21:44 GMT
    In this week's Fit Club Lynda Figueredo explains why should people incorporate power foods into their every day diet.

  • Wednesday, September 14 2011 7:21 AM EDT2011-09-14 11:21:43 GMT
    It's a workout that is sweeping the pilates world by storm. You may have seen people at your local gym exercising on a mysterious machine.

  • Wednesday, September 14 2011 7:21 AM EDT2011-09-14 11:21:43 GMT
    For many women, the idea of a fitness program designed specifically for women is really appealing.

  • Wednesday, September 14 2011 7:21 AM EDT2011-09-14 11:21:43 GMT
    Stretching helps to loosen your body and can help prevent cramping and pulled muscles. Stretching also increases flexibility and improves range of motion. For some easy stretches you can do, WTOC went to Fitness One at Memorial Health.

     

  • Wednesday, September 14 2011 7:21 AM EDT2011-09-14 11:21:43 GMT
    In this week's Fit Club, we visit Pilates of Savannah at Fitness One, where pilates is taking toning and muscle burn to a whole new level.

  • Wednesday, September 14 2011 7:21 AM EDT2011-09-14 11:21:43 GMT
    With school back in session, parents will want to know how to pack healthy school lunches.

  • Tuesday, June 28 2011 10:16 AM EDT2011-06-28 14:16:20 GMT
    A debilitating accident didn't stop one man from moving forward and accomplishing his dreams.

  • Tuesday, June 28 2011 10:14 AM EDT2011-06-28 14:14:29 GMT
    Lynda Figueredo goes behind the scenes of the Southern Isle's Body Building and Figure Competition that took place at the Savannah Civic Center over the weekend.

  • Tuesday, June 21 2011 11:27 AM EDT2011-06-21 15:27:11 GMT
    One of the key ways to lose weight and maintain a healthy weight is through portion control.

  • Wednesday, June 15 2011 11:25 PM EDT2011-06-16 03:25:28 GMT
    Many people are so excited when they first get started that they fail to do one of the most important steps before starting a fitness transformation, taking those measurements.

  • Wednesday, June 15 2011 11:25 PM EDT2011-06-16 03:25:28 GMT
    In our first installment of Fit Club, Lynda Figueredo works the with staff at Memorial Health to learn how to get started on a fitness program.

  • Tuesday, June 14 2011 6:44 PM EDT2011-06-14 22:44:48 GMT
    Ready to start a cardio training program that will help shed unwanted pounds, look and feel great? Get some simple guidelines on where to start.

  • Wednesday, June 8 2011 10:35 AM EDT2011-06-08 14:35:25 GMT
    Changing your diet can be extremely difficult and most of us have been unsuccessful at some point. However, there are some changes you can make that can put you on the right track.