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Columbia Law School student to flirt way into free gym sessions

Posted on 2/23/2010 15:58 EST

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 »

10 Cheap (or Free) Ways to Lose Weight

Posted on 2/18/2010 0:29 EST

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 »

Cheap Eyeglass Providers Recommendations

Posted on 2/11/2010 12:17 EST

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 »

See a therapist for a lot less

Posted on 1/29/2010 18:37 EST

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 »

Smart Spending: Shopping at Convenience Stores

Posted on 1/29/2010 12:19 EST

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 »

Get in shape, on the cheap

Posted on 1/24/2010 17:15 EST

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 »

Cheap Home Gym

Posted on 12/19/2009 16:11 EST

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 »

Saving money on prescriptions

Posted on 11/21/2009 7:59 EST

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 »

Slash Your Medical Bills: 7 Ways to Haggle

Posted on 11/5/2009 9:11 EST

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 »

Americans are working out cheaper, study shows

Posted on 10/19/2009 14:43 EST

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 »

The Haggler's Guide to Cheaper Health Care

Posted on 9/23/2009 11:32 EST

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 »

How to bargain hunt for health care

Posted on 9/10/2009 23:35 EST

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 »

Plan purchases a year early to get bargains

Posted on 9/6/2009 20:22 EST

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 »

Learn the Economical Art of Wet Shaving

Posted on 7/19/2009 13:24 EST

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 »

Discount healthcare? Value and dangers of discount cards

Posted on 7/17/2009 9:49 EST

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 »

Plan would let residents buy cheaper drugs online

Posted on 7/10/2009 16:37 EST

"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 »

On the Lookout for Inexpensive Eyeglasses

Posted on 7/3/2009 0:28 EST

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 »

Do-it-yourself spa treatments

Posted on 6/3/2009 19:24 EST

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 »

Advice from Registered Dietitians: Eating Well on a Budget

Posted on 5/18/2009 13:03 EST

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 »

Inexpensive wrinkle cream praised

Posted on 5/13/2009 10:47 EST

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 »

Work Out on the Cheap

Posted on 5/12/2009 14:44 EST

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 »

Inexpensive Ways to Relieve Chronic Lower Back Pain without Medication

Posted on 5/5/2009 16:07 EST

Oh, my aching back. Empowher suggests ways to lessen the pain without increasing the burden on your pocketbook. Read more on Empowher »

Medtipster Finds You the Cheapest Prescription

Posted on 5/5/2009 14:39 EST

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 »

Inexpensive Home Headache Cures

Posted on 4/30/2009 21:52 EST

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 »

Simple, inexpensive, effective weight loss

Posted on 4/30/2009 21:49 EST

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 »

Find the best inexpensive sunscreens and moisturizers

Posted on 4/28/2009 18:44 EST

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 »