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Bicyclists travel with traffic down Broadway Street in Portland, Ore., Thursday, July 10, 2008. Portland's reputation as a bike-friendly city had a flat this week when a cyclist and a motorist got into a fight. (AP Photo/Don Ryan)
As more cyclists take to the road, dangers persist. By following the rules of the road, you can stay safer. (Don Ryan - AP)

Research shows that people who stay active as they grow older not only live longer but also go through a shorter period of infirmity before they die.


Tuesday, Aug. 26, 11 a.m. ET

He's a veteran reporter, digging up the latest fitness news. She's an irreverent columnist with a knack for getting people off the couch and into the gym. Together, they're here to handle your worst work-out dilemmas and exercise questions.


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The Misfits: A look at pedometers' impact on weight loss (By Lenny Bernstein, November 12, 2009)

Gyms, exercisers adopt eco-friendly habits (By Vicky Hallett, November 5, 2009)

How you can make exercise eco-friendly (Post, November 5, 2009)

The MisFits: Debating the benefits of static stretching (By Lenny Bernstein, October 29, 2009)

Stretching tips online (Post, October 29, 2009)

MisFits: Washington Area Running Events (Post, October 22, 2009)

A running style that stands out (By Vicky Hallett, October 22, 2009)

Running Shoes: Better for You Than Going Barefoot? (By Lenny Bernstein, October 13, 2009)

For Some Trainers, Making Barbells and Medicine Balls Comes With the Job (By Vicky Hallett, October 6, 2009)

Just for Fun, Hashers Mix Drinking and Running (By Vicky Hallett, September 22, 2009)

Inadequate Exercise and Excess Weight Are Major Issues for Minorities (By Lenny Bernstein, September 15, 2009)

Every Breath You Take (By Vicky Hallett, September 8, 2009)

For Building Up Young People, Nothing Beats Athletic Competition (By Lenny Bernstein, September 1, 2009)

Step Aerobics Marks Its 20th Anniversary With a Celebration Led by Its Creator (By Vicky Hallett, August 25, 2009)

Indoor Rock Climbing Can Provide an Alternative for More Traditional Workout Routines (By Desmond Bieler, August 18, 2009)

The Go Urban Adventure Race Comes to D.C., Following the Footsteps of Other Hyprid Fitness Events (By Vicky Hallett, August 11, 2009)

Urban Adventures: Upcoming Races, Near and Far Tuesday August 11, 2009)

Balance-Training Exercises Are Easy to Do Tuesday August 4, 2009)

The MisFits: Keeping Your Balance Is Valuable, Especially as You Grow Older (By Lenny Bernstein, August 4, 2009)

'Crazy Moms' Find It Easy to Squeeze In Exercise (By Vicky Hallett, July 28, 2009)

Trikke Fans Push the Idea That Three Wheels Are Better Than Two (By Lenny Bernstein, July 21, 2009)

The MisFits: Sky-High Yoga, With a Dash of Adrenaline (By Vicky Hallett, July 14, 2009)

With Online Training, You Can Run With Elite Coaches by Your Side (By Lenny Bernstein, July 7, 2009)

D.C. Bocce Fans Put a Quasi-Healthful Spin on Happy Hour (By Vicky Hallett, June 30, 2009)

You Don't Need High-Tech Tests to Figure Out Your Degree of Fitness (By Lenny Bernstein, June 23, 2009)

Anacostia and Potomac Rivers Have Rowing Clubs Open to the Public Tuesday June 16, 2009)

It's Not Simple or Easy, but Rowing Makes Going Backward a Whole Lot of Fun (By Vicky Hallett, June 16, 2009)

In the Long Run, Boomers May Discover That Racewalking Is the Way to Go (By Lenny Bernstein, June 9, 2009)

The MisFits: A Clothes-Conscious Trainer Can Help You Dress for Fitness Success (By Vicky Hallett, June 2, 2009)

For Some Players, Age Is No Reason to Turn Softball Diamonds Over to the Young (By Lenny Bernstein, May 26, 2009)

Mile for Mile, a Dog Is a Man's (or a Woman's) Best Workout Partner (By Vicky Hallett, May 19, 2009)

Training for Two: Exercise Moves You Can Do With Your Dog Tuesday May 19, 2009)

Now That Spring Has Arrived, Exercise Options Are Plentiful (By Lenny Bernstein, May 12, 2009)

The MisFits Give Acro-Yoga a Try (By Vicky Hallett, May 5, 2009)

How the New MisFits Columnist Was Chosen Tuesday May 5, 2009)

Even a Serious Injury Need Not Put an End to the Drive to Stay Fit (By The Misfits, April 28, 2009)

Join the Chatter About the Candidates Tuesday April 28, 2009)

Mixing It Up With Women Who Participate in Roller Derby Leagues in DC, Baltimore and Hagerstown, Md. (By The Misfits, April 21, 2009)

MisFits: You Can Weigh In on This Column Tuesday April 21, 2009)

How Do You Like This Contender for the MisFits Column? Tuesday April 14, 2009)

Losing Weight Is Easy. Losing Bad Habits Is Something Else. (By The Misfits, April 14, 2009)

The MisFits: Marathoners Can Find a Way to Push Through the Wall Tuesday April 7, 2009)

The MisFits Competition Is Trimmed to Four Candidates Tuesday April 7, 2009)

The MisFits: Competitive Instinct and Team Spirit Can Get You a Long Way (By Vicky Hallett, March 24, 2009)

Help Choose the Next MisFit Tuesday March 24, 2009)

THE MISFITS (By The Misfits, March 17, 2009)

Vacations Offer Opportunities for Getting More Active (By Vicky Hallett, March 10, 2009)

Tuesday, March 3 at 11 a.m. ET:  Ask the MisFits (washingtonpost.com, March 3, 2009; 11:00 AM)

Staying Fit Is a Challenge Worth Meeting, Wherever You May Be (By Howard Schneider, March 3, 2009)

Tuesday, Feb. 24 at 11 a.m. ET:  Ask the MisFits (washingtonpost.com, February 24, 2009; 11:00 AM)

Bikemakers Aim to Give an Outdoor Flavor to an Indoor Workout (By Vicky Hallett, February 24, 2009)

Tuesday, Feb. 17 at 11 a.m. ET:  Ask the MisFits (washingtonpost.com, February 17, 2009; 11:00 AM)

The Misfits: Working Out as a Team: He Ain't Heavy, He's My Other (By Howard Schneider, February 17, 2009)

VIDEO:  Working Out as a Team: He Ain't Heavy, He's My Other (Post, February 17, 2009)

A Free Opportunity to Give Your Body and Your Brain a Boost (By Vicky Hallett, February 10, 2009)

Tuesday, Feb. 3 at 11 a.m. ET:  Ask the MisFits (washingtonpost.com, February 3, 2009; 11:00 AM)

You Don't Need to Spend a Lot to Stretch Your Fitness Dollar (By Howard Schneider, February 3, 2009)

Tuesday, Jan. 27 at noon ET:  Ask the MisFits: To Flirt or Not To Flirt Edition (washingtonpost.com, January 27, 2009; 12:00 PM)

When the Gym Is Totally Yours, There's No One Hogging the Gear (By Vicky Hallett, January 27, 2009)

More Help Getting Fit Tuesday January 27, 2009)

Looking for a Game, Mr. President? Jog Right Over to the Y. (By Howard Schneider, January 19, 2009)

How to Start Your Hoop Whirling Monday January 19, 2009)

The Audacity of Hoop: Will the Obamas Make It Hip? (By Vicky Hallett, January 19, 2009)

Tuesday, Jan. 13 at 11 a.m. ET:  Ask the MisFits (washingtonpost.com, January 13, 2009; 11:00 AM)

Dancing Can Be an Excellent Way to Get or Stay Fit (By Vicky Hallett, January 13, 2009)

Tuesday, Jan. 6 at 11 a.m. ET:  Ask the MisFits (washingtonpost.com, January 6, 2009; 11:00 AM)

Measuring 'Gas Exchange' Tuesday January 6, 2009)

Simple Tests Can Indicate How Fit You Really Are (By Howard Schneider, January 6, 2009)

Transcript:  Ask the MisFits (washingtonpost.com, December 23, 2008; 11:00 AM)

Resolved to Join a Gym? Price Isn't Everything. (By Vicky Hallett, December 23, 2008)

Holidays Offer Unique Ways to Get Some Exercise (By Vicky Hallett, December 23, 2008)

Tuesday, Dec. 16, 11 a.m. ET:  Ask the MisFits: Fitness Advice from Washington Post Experts (washingtonpost.com, December 16, 2008; 11:00 AM)

Winter Holidays Offer Options for Staying Active (By Howard Schneider, December 16, 2008)

Tuesday, Dec. 9, 11 a.m. ET:  Ask the MisFits (washingtonpost.com, December 9, 2008; 11:00 AM)

Holiday Events Offer Seasonal Opportunities for Exercise (By Vicky Hallett, December 9, 2008)

Tuesday, Dec. 2, 11 a.m. ET:  Ask the MisFits (washingtonpost.com, December 2, 2008; 11:00 AM)

The Misfits Begin a Four-Week Series on Ways to Stay Active During the Holidays (By Howard Schneider, December 2, 2008)

Tuesday, Nov. 25, 11 a.m. ET:  Ask the MisFits (washingtonpost.com, November 25, 2008; 11:00 AM)

He Says Monitors Have as Many Bells and Whistles as You Need. And Maybe More. (Howard Schneider, November 25, 2008)

The Perfect Gift Can Be One That Always Stays With You (Vicky Hallett, November 25, 2008)

Heart Rate Monitors Have Limitations Tuesday November 25, 2008)

Tuesday, Nov. 18, 11 a.m. ET:  Ask the MisFits (washingtonpost.com, November 18, 2008; 11:00 AM)

Another Way to Count Calories Tuesday November 18, 2008)

Gym Equipment Can't Give You a Precise Measure of How Many Calories You're Burning (By Howard Schneider, November 18, 2008)

Tuesday, Nov. 11, 11 a.m. ET:  Ask the MisFits: Free workouts, double chins, plantar problems and 'Spartans!' (washingtonpost.com, November 11, 2008; 11:00 AM)

Can We Really Find You a Free Workout in Washington? Yes, We Can. (By Vicky Hallett, November 11, 2008)

Tuesday, Nov. 4, 11 a.m. ET:  Ask the MisFits: Exercising Your Right to Vote (washingtonpost.com, November 4, 2008; 11:00 AM)

Yoga Can Give You Strength, Balance, Flexibility. Isn't That Enough? (By Howard Schneider, November 4, 2008)

Tuesday, Oct. 28, 11 a.m. ET:  Ask the MisFits (washingtonpost.com, October 28, 2008; 11:00 AM)

For a Good Workout, Try Some Channel Surfing (By Vicky Hallett, October 28, 2008)

Watch What You Watch Tuesday October 28, 2008)

Tuesday, Oct. 21, 11 a.m. ET:  Ask the MisFits (washingtonpost.com, October 21, 2008; 11:00 AM)

All Together Now: 30 Minutes a Day, Five Days a Week (By Howard Schneider, October 21, 2008)

Therapy With the Gloves On (By Vicky Hallett, October 14, 2008)

Tuesday, Oct. 7, 11 a.m. ET:  Ask the MisFits (washingtonpost.com, October 7, 2008; 11:00 AM)

One Joint Shoulders a Heavy Load (By Howard Schneider, October 7, 2008)

Tuesday, Sept. 30, 11 a.m. ET:  Ask the MisFits (washingtonpost.com, September 30, 2008; 11:00 AM)

Stretching the Truth About Area Trainers (By Vicky Hallett, September 30, 2008)

Strap On Your Helmet and Start Pedaling. Don't Worry About Cars. (By Howard Schneider, September 23, 2008)

Contest Rules Tuesday September 23, 2008)

Tuesday, Sept. 16, 11 a.m. ET:  Ask the MisFits (washingtonpost.com, September 16, 2008; 11:00 AM)

A Great Workout for Women Who Like To Throw Their Weights Around (By Vicky Hallett, September 16, 2008)

Who Needs a Car? Tuesday September 16, 2008)

Tuesday, Sept. 9, 11 a.m. ET:  Ask the MisFits (washingtonpost.com, September 9, 2008; 11:00 AM)

Report Shows Why It's Smart to Get Your Belly Dancing (By Howard Schneider, September 9, 2008)

Tuesday, Sept. 3, 11 a.m. ET:  Ask the MisFits (washingtonpost.com, September 2, 2008; 11:00 AM)

Some Cyclists Don't Earn Passing Grades for Trail Etiquette (By Vicky Hallett, September 2, 2008)

Rules of the Road Tuesday September 2, 2008)

The MisFits

Wearing a pedometer can be a big step in the weight-loss battle
(By Lenny Bernstein, November 12, 2009)

Green your exercise
(Post, November 5, 2009)

Bettering your body and the world
(By Vicky Hallett, November 5, 2009)

Stretching tips online
(Post, October 29, 2009)

Is stretching before a workout beneficial, or is that a reach?
(By Lenny Bernstein, October 29, 2009)
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Ask the MisFits

Ask the MisFits
(Vicky Hallett and Lenny Bernstein, July 14, 2009; 12:00 PM)

Tuesday, March 3 at 11 a.m. ET: Ask the MisFits
(Vicky Hallett, March 3, 2009; 11:00 AM)

Tuesday, Feb. 24 at 11 a.m. ET: Ask the MisFits
(Vicky Hallett, February 24, 2009; 11:00 AM)

Tuesday, Feb. 17 at 11 a.m. ET: Ask the MisFits
(Vicky Hallett and Howard Schneider, February 17, 2009; 11:00 AM)

Tuesday, Feb. 10 at 11 a.m. ET: Ask the MisFits
(Vicky Hallett and Howard Schneider, February 10, 2009; 11:00 AM)
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