We are planning an upcoming feature on helping people get motivated to exercise. As part of that feature, we want to hear from people who already exercise regularly. Your story will help inspire others. To enter, all you have to do is answer the following questions:

• What is your typical exercise routine?
• When did you begin to exercise regularly?
• Did you have any periods where you stopped exercising?
• What motivates you to exercise?
• What are the benefits of exercise?
• When you just don’t feel like exercising, how do you get past that feeling?
• How do you fit regular exercise into your schedule?
• How do you reward yourself for achieving your fitness goals?
• What tips or advice do you have for others?

If we select your entry, we’ll send you a free iPod shuffle. How easy can that be? Don’t worry about whether you know how to write. Our editors will check for grammar and tighten the writing. The most important thing is to "write from the heart" and not worry about style.

Who is eligible?

This contest is open to all U.S residents, unless otherwise restricted in these rules. No purchase is necessary. This contest is sponsored by A.D.A.M., Inc. Void where prohibited. A.D.A.M., Inc. employees and non-U.S. residents are not eligible.

How do you submit your entry?

There are 2 ways to submit your exercise story -- by email or regular mail.

To submit by email:

• Send an email with the following subject line: Exercise contest
• Include the following in the email: your description of why you exercise, first and last name, email address, street address, and a phone number we can reach you.
• Email your entry to: contest@adamcorp.com

To submit by regular mail:

• Include your description of why you exercise, first and last name, street address, and a phone number we can reach you at
• Mail to: Exercise Contest, A.D.A.M. Inc, 1600 Riveredge Parkway, Suite 100, Atlanta GA, 30328

Your phone number will be used to contact you in the event you win. Your address is needed to mail the prize. We will Not use your phone number or address for any other reason.

All entries must be submitted by September 30, 2007.

How will winners be selected and notified?

We will pick 2 winners. Each winner will receive an iPod Shuffle. The winning entries will be selected based on the following criteria:

1. Your entry was received by the deadline

2. All questions were answered

3. Your answers clearly explain the benefits of exercising

4. Your answers will help inspire others to lead a more active lifestyle

5. You provided concrete tips to help people start exercising and stay active

The determination of which entries best meet this criteria will be made by the A.D.A.M. editorial team, and our decisions are final. A.D.A.M. will mail each winner an affidavit of eligibility. Upon receipt of the affidavit, A.D.A.M. will mail the iPod to the address provided.

Copyright & Permission

Upon submission, the content of your entry becomes solely the property of A.D.A.M., Inc. By submitting an entry, you give A.D.A.M. permission to use the content in any of our products at any time. We reserve the right to alter the content for grammar and additional editing or tightening. You will remain anonymous. We will NOT use your full name in any of our products. We will use first name and last initial.