Health & Fitness
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The Lowdown on Down Dog for Kids
Super Stretch Yoga, a wellness app for kids created by a Minneapolis-based yoga teacher, takes on stress and builds resiliency just in time for the strangest back-to-school season so far. Read more
Sep 9, 2020
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Just Wondering: Are Hard Seltzers Healthier Than Other Alcohol?
Hard seltzers hit the market hard this summer as a lighter libation than beer or mixed drinks. But, is spiked seltzer really a healthy alternative to other boozy beverages? Read more
Sep 9, 2020
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Immune-Boosting Strategies to Stay Ahead of the Cold
While staying at home is our first line of defense, it doesn’t always make for a virus-proof household. Learn about the sneaky culprits of seasonal illness and how adjusting your daily habits can build immunity—not just for this year, but every year. Read more
Sep 9, 2020
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Marathon for One?
We asked a few local pros for their best DIY marathon advice. Read more
Sep 8, 2020
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Local Fitness Hubs Provide Distance Learning Support
As schools start a new year with hybrid and virtual learning plans, Life Time and the YMCA of the North are helping to keep students connected. Read more
Aug 26, 2020
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(Try Not to) Hit the Ground Running
Overdoing your workout to compensate for quarantine? Runners, cyclists, tennis players, and golfers: this one’s for you. Read more
Aug 26, 2020
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Just Wondering: Do Genetics Affect Flexibility?
Do my jeans—er, genes—play a role in my flexibility? And what are the best ways to improve my flexibility? Read more
Aug 25, 2020
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U of M Study Finds People of Color Most Likely to Be Hospitalized for COVID-19
Black, Hispanic, American Indian, and Alaskan Native populations have been significantly more affected by the disease than other groups. Read more
Aug 19, 2020
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University of Minnesota Introduces New COVID-19 Clinical Trial
The treatment targets and suppresses the cytokine storm, a potentially deadly inflammatory response which occurs in some COVID-19 patients. Read more
Aug 17, 2020
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Chasing Away the Blue Light Blues
It's all the rage in the skincare world right now. A local dermatologist talks about the damaging light that’s got us down and how to protect against it. Read more
Aug 12, 2020
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Just Wondering: How Much Whitening Is Too Much?
Can I actually over-whiten my teeth? Will my smile give Ross Geller a run for his money? Read more
Aug 12, 2020
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Foot Health—It's an Actual Thing
With Twin Citians walking and running all over town more than ever this summer, experts say it’s critical to build and maintain a resilient foot structure. Read more
Aug 12, 2020
