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What Young Kids Say Worked – and Didn’t Work – for Them During Virtual Learning
Read More: What Young Kids Say Worked – and Didn’t Work – for Them During Virtual LearningMari Altshuler, Northwestern University On Aug. 30, 2021, my kid joined millions of children in walking through school doors as he began first grade. Despite the ongoing pandemic, school buildings are almost universally open. While there are many voices expressing health and safety concerns, policymakers have decided that the best choice for children’s well-being is…
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Clinically Speaking: Questions to Ask Your Healthcare Provider About Preterm Birth
Read More: Clinically Speaking: Questions to Ask Your Healthcare Provider About Preterm BirthMedically reviewed by Dr. Zsakeba Henderson A baby is considered premature when born before 37 weeks of pregnancy. While researchers are trying to uncover insights into the causes and prevention of preterm birth, the United States is still facing a crisis, according to Dr. Zsakeba Henderson, deputy chief medical and health officer at the March…
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Feel The Burn With Just Your Bodyweight
Read More: Feel The Burn With Just Your BodyweightBodyweight training has been the bread and butter of quarantine fitness, especially earlier in the year when gyms were shut down. The appeal of bodyweight training is fairly obvious: No equipment required. You can do bodyweight workouts virtually anywhere; at the beach, in a hotel room, at the park — the world is your oyster. …
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12 Tips to Get Ripped Abs
Read More: 12 Tips to Get Ripped AbsBy Bob LeFavi, Ph.D. CSCS, USAW The way your abs look is 80 percent a function of your diet and 20 percent a function of your training! I can vividly remember the frustration I felt when being questioned by people about my abs. First, understand this: I never caused judges to faint at the sheer…
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The Next Attack on the Affordable Care Act May Cost You Free Preventive Health Care
Read More: The Next Attack on the Affordable Care Act May Cost You Free Preventive Health CareBy Paul Shafer, Boston University and Alex Hoagland, Boston University Many Americans breathed a sigh of relief when the Supreme Court left the Affordable Care Act (ACA) in place following its third major legal challenge in June 2021. This decision left widely supported policies in place, like ensuring coverage regardless of preexisting conditions, coverage for…
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Curious About Collagen?
Read More: Curious About Collagen?Medically reviewed by Dr. Elizabeth Liotta Collagen is an unsung hero in our bodies that seems to finally be having its day. Ever since Jennifer Aniston went public with her support for a particular collagen supplement, it’s been getting a lot of attention in the media Could this be the secret behind her seeming inability…
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Trouble Zones: Focusing on Glutes and Abs
Read More: Trouble Zones: Focusing on Glutes and AbsAsk most women about their “trouble zones” and the answers are almost unanimous: their glutes and abs. And with today’s trendy crop tops and booty-licious leggings taking over the fashion scene, these areas are an even hotter hot topic than ever. Years ago, women may have been keen on covering up their glutes and stomachs, but…
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A Rare Blood Disorder, aTTP, Can Start With a Simple Symptom — but It Can Be Life-Threatening
Read More: A Rare Blood Disorder, aTTP, Can Start With a Simple Symptom — but It Can Be Life-ThreateningSydney Kodatsky had had migraine attacks before but none that caused sudden, complete vision loss. This time, when Kodatsky removed her goggles after swimming, her headache intensified and the world went black. Her husband raced her to the emergency room, where they waited more than five hours only to be told her headache and vision…
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Oxygen Live Workout: Yoga-Inspired Sculpting With Janelle Trujillo
Read More: Oxygen Live Workout: Yoga-Inspired Sculpting With Janelle TrujilloRegister here for a live workout with Janelle Trujillo on September 7 at 10:00 a.m. EST (7:00 a.m. PST). If you’re unable to attend this event live, we will post the workout here for on-demand viewing post-event. This total-body routine inspired by yoga is perfect way to switch things up. All you need are light…
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Six-Pack Boot Camp: 30-20-10 Glute, Ham and Ab Routine
Read More: Six-Pack Boot Camp: 30-20-10 Glute, Ham and Ab RoutineThe name of this workout tells the story. Three focused exercises — side leg lifts for the glutes, side-plank knee to chest for the abs and core, and inchworms to stretch the hamstrings and work the shoulders — are alternated with the classic isometric front plank. Rep counts decrease on the three focused moves (from…
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5 Ways to Jump-Start Your Fat Loss
Read More: 5 Ways to Jump-Start Your Fat LossMany women who start a wellness journey have a goal of “fat loss,” and they assume that the best approach is to exercise more and eat less fat — a formula that seems logical and intuitive. In reality, the process is much more complex, and it also depends heavily on individual differences and needs. “Eliminating fat from…
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More Butt-Shaping Cardio!
Read More: More Butt-Shaping Cardio!BSN presents KNOw Ifs, Ands Or Butts with Amanda Latona – Episode 2 Amanda Latona shares one of her secrets for developing awe-inspiring assets: BUTT-SHAPING CARDIO. In this episode, Amanda demonstrates how to use the ARC TRAINER to target the glutes. Try her method in an interval program where you alternate 1 minute of Amanda’s high-intensity…
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At My Hospital, Over 95% of Covid-19 Patients Share One Thing in Common: They’re Unvaccinated
Read More: At My Hospital, Over 95% of Covid-19 Patients Share One Thing in Common: They’re UnvaccinatedBy Nicholas Johnson, University of Washington The Conversation is running a series of dispatches from clinicians and researchers operating on the front lines of the coronavirus pandemic. You can find all of the stories here. As an emergency medicine and critical care doctor at the University of Washington School of Medicine in Seattle, I’ve lost…
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Pandemic Unveils Growing Suicide Crisis for Communities of Color
Read More: Pandemic Unveils Growing Suicide Crisis for Communities of ColorBy Aneri Pattani, Kaiser Health News This story is a collaboration between KHN and “Science Friday.” Listen to the conversation between KHN national correspondent Aneri Pattani and John Dankosky, Science Friday’s director of news and radio projects. Rafiah Maxie has been a licensed clinical social worker in the Chicago area for a decade. Throughout that…
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The 2-Week Flexible Fat-Loss Plan
Read More: The 2-Week Flexible Fat-Loss PlanDwight D. Eisenhower once said, “No battle was ever won according to plan, but no battle was ever won without one.” Much in the same way, fat loss is a battle, but with some planning and foresight, you can come out victorious. But how do you wage this waistline war without surrendering to boredom or…
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The Functional Kettlebell Core Workout
Read More: The Functional Kettlebell Core WorkoutYou could argue that no part of your body is more important to your body’s overall fitness and athletic performance than your core — and you’d be right. Your abs and lower back contribute to any exercise or physical activity you undertake, serving as a “power center” for every twist, turn, lift or leap you…
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Top 5 Leg Exercises: Lower Body Blast
Read More: Top 5 Leg Exercises: Lower Body BlastRenee Jewett took the Wellness division by storm from the moment she stepped foot on stage at the 2021 Tampa Pro, winning the Wellness division. Known for her lower body development – a key area that is judged in Wellness – Renee talks to us a little bit about the go-to leg exercises that will…
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WAR ZONE
Read More: WAR ZONEWAR ZONE is Redcon1’s most powerful muscle builder, designed for men and women who are looking to push themselves harder in the gym to build lean muscle. You train and compete at the highest level, and elite lifters realize that once you set foot in the gym you are entering a war zone. You are…
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New gene therapies may soon treat dozens of rare diseases, but million-dollar price tags will put them out of reach for many
Read More: New gene therapies may soon treat dozens of rare diseases, but million-dollar price tags will put them out of reach for manyBy Kevin Doxzen, Arizona State University Zolgensma – which treats spinal muscular atrophy, a rare genetic disease that damages nerve cells, leading to muscle decay – is currently the most expensive drug in the world. A one-time treatment of the life-saving drug for a young child costs US$2.1 million. While Zolgensma’s exorbitant price is an…
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Racism at the OB-GYN: Bias Can be Deadly
Read More: Racism at the OB-GYN: Bias Can be DeadlyNo pajamas. No slippers. No hair bonnets. For some, the sign at a Columbus, Georgia, OB-GYN office could have been little more than a generic “no shirt, no shoes, no service” notice often spotted at public establishments. But Leslie Mac, a digital strategist, organizer and activist, saw something more insidious. “This was a clear example…
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The 1-2-3 HIIT Leg Workout
Read More: The 1-2-3 HIIT Leg WorkoutOne of the most amazing things about training legs is the endless ability for the body to adapt to ever-tougher, more-challenging stimulus. A session that may have seemed really tough a month ago may be a breeze for you now. That means you need to keep stepping up your efforts in order to continue seeing…
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Fitness Quest: Double Your Pull-Ups in 30 Days
Read More: Fitness Quest: Double Your Pull-Ups in 30 DaysThere’s no getting around the fact that pull-ups are a difficult exercise to master. Even longtime lifters often struggle with this simple yet demanding move, so there’s no shame in needing some help from a resistance band or lifting buddy to get your reps in. Enter our pull-up fitness quest, which can help you double…
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The Athlete’s Guide to Vitamin D
Read More: The Athlete’s Guide to Vitamin DVitamin D is best known for its role in building and maintaining bones, and in the past couple of years, it has taken center stage because of its anti-inflammatory capacity and role in boosting immunity. But this essential nutrient wears many more functional hats, especially when it comes to athletes. “Vitamin D helps the body…
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4 Things That Pain in Your Left Boob Might Mean
Read More: 4 Things That Pain in Your Left Boob Might MeanHave you ever felt quick, stabbing pain in your left breast? A pain that comes on fast, but leaves just as quickly? You’re not alone, so we decided to scope out the possible reasons why. Here are four possible causes of this mysterious pain. Pleurisy Pleurisy is a condition that causes sharp, stabbing pain under…
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Your Guide to Understanding Breast Cancer
Read More: Your Guide to Understanding Breast CancerIn fact, it’s the most common cancer in American women, except for skin cancer. And early detection is key to having a good prognosis. That’s why being informed about breast cancer is important for everyone. Even women like Regina Dyton, a 21-year breast cancer survivor who had no family history of the disease and didn’t…
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After a Breast Cancer Diagnosis, Strap In for a Roller-Coaster Ride of Emotions
Read More: After a Breast Cancer Diagnosis, Strap In for a Roller-Coaster Ride of EmotionsWhen I learned my triple-negative breast cancer had spread into my chest wall, a tidal wave of shock and disbelief crashed over me. As the wave receded, anxiety rolled in. I focused on my survival odds, which I recited to my oncologist: “Fifteen percent without treatment, 50% with treatment.” My doctor encouraged me to use…
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Hike Mount Everest Quest: Final Check-In
Read More: Hike Mount Everest Quest: Final Check-InSo, did you do it? Did you actually (sort of) hike Mount Everest over the past 30 days?! You should be proud of that accomplishment, ’cause we sure are proud of you! Are you up for another challenge? Stay tuned for more Oxygen fitness quests here. If you just can’t get enough of this quest, run through it again and…
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What I Eat in a Day With Hannah Dawson
Read More: What I Eat in a Day With Hannah DawsonHannah Dawson has been a certified personal trainer for the past 15 years and a nutrition and mindset coach for the past seven, so it’s safe to say she knows what she’s doing when it comes to fitness and nutrition. “I flexible eat,” Dawson says. “I track my macros and calories. This is what I…
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Fast Facts: What You Need to Know About Genetics and Breast Cancer Risk
Read More: Fast Facts: What You Need to Know About Genetics and Breast Cancer RiskMedically reviewed by Dr. Kristen Zarfos About 5% to 10% of breast cancer cases are hereditary, meaning they come from gene mutations (changes) passed on from a parent. But even if you have a family history, that doesn’t mean you’ll definitely get cancer. Here’s a breakdown of the basics about genetics and breast cancer. Most…
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5 Exercise Apps to Keep You on Track
Read More: 5 Exercise Apps to Keep You on TrackExercise isn’t easy. Your heart is pounding, your muscles are aching and your body is soaked in sweat like you just walked straight out of the shower — if you really dug deep and made the most of every step and rep, that is. Working out shouldn’t be easy, but finding a training program, method…
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Facebook Live: Addressing Chronic Pain in Women
Read More: Facebook Live: Addressing Chronic Pain in Women“Make it Stop: Addressing Chronic Pain in Women, and How the Federal Government Can Help” According to the CDC, more than 1 in 5 adults in America suffer from chronic pain, and women are more likely to experience chronic pain than men. September is Chronic Pain Awareness Month, and HealthyWomen is proud to help raise…
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Why Students Learn Better When They Move Their Bodies Instead of Sitting Still at Their Desks
Read More: Why Students Learn Better When They Move Their Bodies Instead of Sitting Still at Their DesksBy Katie Headrick Taylor, University of Washington My son’s kindergarten teachers, holding class on Zoom last year, instructed: “Eyes watching, ears listening, voices quiet, bodies still.” However, I noticed my 6-year-old’s hands would stay busy with items found around our house, building with Legos, shaping clay or doodling with a crayon. While some might describe…
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What Happens When the Covid-19 Vaccines Enter the Body — a Road Map for Kids and Grown-ups
Read More: What Happens When the Covid-19 Vaccines Enter the Body — a Road Map for Kids and Grown-upsBy Glenn J Rapsinski, University of Pittsburgh Curious Kids is a series for children of all ages. If you have a question you’d like an expert to answer, send it to curiouskidsus@theconversation.com. How does a COVID-19 vaccine work in the body? – Wixy, age 12, New York The COVID-19 pandemic, caused by the SARS-CoV-2 virus,…
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7 Mistakes You’re Making During Your Ab Routine
Read More: 7 Mistakes You’re Making During Your Ab RoutineNo one ever said building a bulletproof core or sculpting six-pack abs would be easy. Even so, fitness junkies of all experience levels often make it even harder than it has to be without even realizing it. Since a strong core provides a solid base for virtually every other exercise and movement you do in…
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Oxygen Live Workout: Total-Body and Core With Sandra Jersby
Read More: Oxygen Live Workout: Total-Body and Core With Sandra JersbyRegister here for a 30-minute live workout with Sandra Jersby on September 1 at 12:30 p.m. EST (9:30 a.m. PST). If you’re unable to attend this event live, we will post the workout here for on-demand viewing post-event. Oxygen coach Sandra Jersby will take you through a killer total-body, glutes and core workout in just 30…
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7 Tips for LGBTQ Parents to Help Schools Fight Stigma and Ignorance
Read More: 7 Tips for LGBTQ Parents to Help Schools Fight Stigma and IgnoranceBy Abbie E. Goldberg, Clark University Many parents want to ensure that their kids are in classrooms where they and their families are respected and embraced. However, as a psychologist and researcher who has studied LGBTQ parents’ relationships with schools for over a decade, I have found that LGBTQ parents often have specific concerns when…
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Six-Pack Boot Camp Workout: Mini-Band Complete Core Routine
Read More: Six-Pack Boot Camp Workout: Mini-Band Complete Core RoutineTraining your core isn’t just about isolating your midsection with bodyweight planks, crunches and other abdominal moves. That’s all great, but bringing in some extra resistance helps step up the intensity a notch — and “mini” resistance bands in particular are one of the most effective tools for training the core. That’s the basis of…
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Nutrition Trend Breakdown: Duck Eggs and Oat Ice Cream
Read More: Nutrition Trend Breakdown: Duck Eggs and Oat Ice CreamFood trends come and go, and separating the good from the bad isn’t always easy. Fortunately, we don’t mind doing the hard work for you and digging in to the nutrition facts on latest trendy fare. Up next on the chopping block: duck eggs and oat ice cream. Duck Eggs Show and Tell: Obviously, these…


