Prioritizing self-care is something many people forget to do. Life gets busy, thanks to work, family and everyday tasks, so it’s easy to avoid relaxing even when you really need it. August is wellness month, a time to remember why you need self-care. Are you ready to up your self-care routine and actually stick to...
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Could these exoskeleton 'powered pants' make outdoor activities easier in the future?
Do you wish you could hike with less exertion, muscle fatigue and joint discomfort? Your dreams might just be coming true. Skip, a start-up born from Google’s secretive X Labs, has partnered with outdoor clothing giant Arc’teryx to bring us the MO/GO, a high-tech exoskeleton disguised as rugged hiking pants. GET SECURITY ALERTS, EXPERT TIPS...
'America's healthiest community' is small town near Washington, DC
A Northern Virginia community is being recognized for its tip-top health status. Falls Church, Virginia, has been named America’s healthiest community by U.S. News and World Report. The annual ranking lists the top 500 healthiest communities nationwide using a score of zero to 100 across 10 categories, based on assessments of nearly 3,000 counties and...
Relax and relieve tension with these 12 products
Constant tension can lead to increased levels of stress and intense discomfort, making it difficult to go about your life. Relieving tension is possible with the help of massagers, essential oils and hot tubs for those looking for a luxurious way to relax. We’ve created a list of relaxation products tha can help you unwind...
Jillian Michaels on her exodus from California: 'I know a f—ed up situation when I see one'
Fitness guru Jillian Michaels is being blunt about her exodus from California. “I know a f—ed up situation when I see one. And it’s a mess,” Michaels told Fox News Digital in an interview. Earlier this summer, Michaels went viral for comments she made on “The Sage Steele Show,” declaring that California “got too crazy...
CrossFit Games athlete drowns in Texas lake during swimming portion of competition
A CrossFit Games athlete drowned in Marine Creek Lake in Fort Worth, Texas, Thursday morning during a swimming event. According to Fox 4, the Fort Worth Police Department is not releasing the identity of the athlete until the Tarrant County Medical Examiner’s report is complete and the victim’s family is notified. Serbian athlete Lazar Đukić,...
Ready for some robo-relaxation at the gym or your next hotel stay?
Imagine this scenario. You’ve just finished a grueling workout at the gym or checked into a swanky hotel. Your muscles are aching, and all you want is a good massage. But instead of booking a session with a human masseuse, you’re directed to a high-tech pod that promises to knead away your stress using artificial...
Ohio bride goes viral for pre-wedding pump session, receives body shame, consequential 'cyberbullying'
An Ohio bride who is a fitness enthusiast went viral on social media platforms for her pre-wedding pump session ahead of taking her walk down the aisle. While honeymooning on the Amalfi Coast with her new husband, the newlyweds received word from their wedding content creator that one of the videos posted to TikTok had...
‘Pickleball saved my sight,’ says Florida woman, 79: ‘I was really worried’
Those who play pickleball are known to gain physical and cognitive benefits from the activity — but for one Florida woman, the fast-growing game also helped to save her sight. Linda Corcoran, 79, an avid pickleball player and great-grandmother, has been playing the paddle sport three times a week for the past four or five...
New prosthetics restore natural movement via nerve connection
In the world of prosthetics, a groundbreaking advancement is changing the game for individuals with lower-limb amputations. Researchers at MIT, in collaboration with Brigham and Women’s Hospital, have developed a neuroprosthetic system that allows users to control their prosthetic legs using their own nervous systems. This innovative approach could bring us closer to a future...









