Free and proud of it...work-out time at the gym, that is. The New York Daily News reports on a law school student who has challenged herself to work out every day for year without paying a dime. Read more on New York Daily News »
Getting in shape shouldn't make your body feel great while you worry about how bad your wallet feels. Thanks to the Christian Science Monitor for offering up ten tips that can help you shed those... Read more on Christian Science Monitor »
A new pair of prescription eyeglasses needn't cost hundreds of dollars. You can find good quality eye-wear online and pay no more than $50. But first make sure you have an accurate and current prescription, Read more on Cheapism »
Bills add up fast when you've got a mental health problem. So CNN offers some tips that could help you keep those costs to a minimum. Don't be shy -- take what you can get. Read more on CNN »
Don't discount those convenience stores when you're looking for a discount, writes The New York Times. High prices may be guaranteed on certain items, but if you check out the coupons and learn... Read more on The New York Times »
Train and save. It's not as hard as you think. Just follow these tips, courtesy of The Boston Globe, and you'll stay (or get) in shape without dipping too far into your shrunken piggy bank. Read more on The Boston Globe »
You know that gym membership you never use? Well, instead of renewing, WSOCTV.com suggests you spend the money on an in-home gym. It's cheap, it's convenient, and it's in your face all the time. Read more on WSOCTV.com »
Every penny counts -- especially when figuring costs on prescription drugs. If you can arrange to buy a three-month supply of medications, according to 7online, you stand to save nearly 30%. Read... Read more on 7online »
While the politicians in Washington dither about health care reform, become your own activist. Try negotiating lower fees with your medical providers -- it's amazing what you can accomplish by speaking... Read more on CBS News »
We're working out more, surveys show, but spending less to do so. With wallets slimmer than just a couple of years ago, this downsized exercise trend is really no surprise. Reuters has all the details. Read more on Reuters »
If you don't currently have health insurance -- or are thinking about giving up that high-cost expense -- read this enlightening article in Time Magazine. Now. Read more on Time Magazine »
Shocked at those health care charges? Now you can actually comparison shop before seeking treatment. CNN gives you some background information and links to the tools you can use to find the lowest... Read more on CNN »
According to USA Today research, the list below tells you when to find the best bargains for certain products and services. January - Furniture, Digital cameras, Big-screen TVs, Read more on USA Today »
For all you guys out there, check out these money-saving tips on your morning shave. Life Hacker shares a video that will help you shear the cost of razors down to pennies. Read more on Life Hacker »
The high cost of health care has been a political hot potato and a serious social problem for years. Now, some health insurers are edging into the low-cost health care market. The Miami Herald reports... Read more on The Miami Herald »
"People in the United States could get lower-cost drugs from Canada over the Internet under a plan that passed the Senate. The plan, sponsored by Louisiana Republican David Vitter and approved 55-36, Read more on Star-Telegram.com »
Follow the trail of this intrepid reporter from The Wall Street Journal as he searches for low-cost eyeglasses. That extra pair you always wanted might be just around the corner. Read more on The Wall Street Journal »
Remember those goopy concoctions you made as a kid? Follow these simple instructions, courtesy of the Baltimore Sun, and give yourself to an in-home spa treatment with these decidedly grown-up concoctions. Read more on Baltimore Sun »
Healthy eating is also frugal eating. HealthNewsDigest.com offers a slew of ideas to help you balance your budget and with well-balanced, nutritious, and delicious meals. To learn how, read on. Read more on HealthNewsDigest.com »
Wrinkles be gone...all without spending hard-earned cash on costly prescription drugs. According to WAFB TV, this new over-the-counter wrinkle cream will take years off your appearance for a relatively... Read more on WAFB TV »
Forget those high-price gym memberships and personal trainers. Here's the inside scoop on frugal workout routines from Richmond.con. Read more on Richmond.com »
Oh, my aching back. Empowher suggests ways to lessen the pain without increasing the burden on your pocketbook. Read more on Empowher »
Prescription drugs may be one of the few areas relatively immune to price cutting these days. But if you're looking for a deal, check out the website that LifeHacker found. Read more on Life Hacker »
Headaches are painful enough. Now we learn they hurt the pocketbook too. Ouch. MainStreet.com offers these ideas to ease the strain on your budget. Read more on MainStreet.com »
Save money and your waistline all in one shot. Give up those sweet sugared beverages, says The Sun-Times, and you and your children will be a whole lot healthier. Water anyone? Read more on The Sun-Times »
Pinch your pennies by giving up the frills -- not the basics you need to stay healthy. The Dallas Morning News reminds us that sunscreen is a 'must have' item that should be used every day. Read more on The Dallas Morning News »
