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Life, But Better - Fitness

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    What your daily movements may say about your longevity, according to an expert
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    The 4-step warm-up formula to move better and avoid injury
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    Not hitting your step goal? Pick up the pace
  • Slowing down safely is key to preventing premature wear and tear on your joints.
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    Your body’s braking system: Why training to slow down safely matters
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    ‘Super movers’ reduce the risk of developing cognitive impairment
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    Why engaging your core isn’t always the answer
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    Why reaction-time training should be part of your exercise routine as you get older
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    Strength training: The secret weapon for women’s heart health
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    US heat wave doesn’t have to derail summer fun or fitness. Here are hydration tips, what to eat and when to exercise
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    One type of exercise can cut your risk of developing 8 diseases
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    Are your muscles compensating? How hidden movement patterns cause pain
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Food

  • The high-protein food has made a comeback in the wellness space.
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    Cottage cheese is having a moment, deservedly
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    How you drink your tea could determine whether you gain or lose heart health benefits
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    You should probably be eating more whole grains. Here’s what to do
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    4 out of 5 toddler foods are ultraprocessed. Nearly half fail to meet nutrition standards
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    Many kids don’t eat enough veggies. Amid a parasite outbreak in the US, what’s a parent to do?

Sleep

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    Changing the way you put your baby to bed can save their life, according to new CDC data
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    The hidden risk to your heart from sleeping in low light
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    One way to improve your sleep? Imitate the habits of hunter-gatherers
  • A teenage girl lies on the bed in her room lightened with orange and teal neon lights and watches a movie on her mobile phone.
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    Teens need to press pause on late-night doomscrolling
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    The best sleepwear may be no sleepwear. Here’s what experts say
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Mindfulness

  • Young adult man walking outdoors, wearing blue headphones and a green backpack, enjoying music or a podcast
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    Gen Zers love using headphones — but do they know the risks? Experts weigh in
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    A new blood test may predict Alzheimer’s risk but should be used carefully
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    More than 25% of Gen Z patients don’t have doctors. Experts weigh in on the cost of skipping care
  • Aim for dedicated times when you and your family aren’t using devices, such as dinner or car trips, and then stick to them.
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    Young people who say caregivers are distracted by devices feel less secure in their relationships
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    What you’re getting wrong about feeling loved, according to relationship experts
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    For better or worse, young people are turning to AI chatbots for emotional support
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    Your brain can start changing after just two minutes of this mental practice

Relationships

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    As Halloweekend kicks off the holidays, the first thing a good party host should do is read this
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    How to respond to the ‘Gen Z stare’ without looking like a total boomer
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    The connection between having in-person friends and problematic social media use
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    The Taylor Frankie Paul video has sparked talk about intimate partner violence. Know early warning signs
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    Some of what happens during youth can’t be reversed. It’s another reason to rethink kids’ screen time

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