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10 Dietitians You Need to Follow on Social Media 03/03/2016 07:00pm • All the nutrition information swirling on the Internet can make your head spin. One so-called expert may claim one food is bad, while the next claims the same food is a nutritional powerhouse. There are many self-proclaimed "nutritionists" who have pretty loud voices online, but there are also many Here's how to meet your summer fitness goals, starting today 03/03/2016 02:26am • WASHINGTON — Would you believe that there are only 90 days until Memorial Day weekend? If summer is sneaking up on you and your fitness goals, there are a few things you can do to maximize the time you have left. Personal trainer Josef Brandenburg says there's a lot you can do in 90 days, as long Which Marathon Is the Best for You? 03/02/2016 07:00pm • Over the past few years, the number of marathons around the world has exploded. Whether you're interested in running on the Las Vegas Strip at night or meandering quietly through a forest, there's a marathon for you. But picking out just the perfect race these days can take a little thought. Here ar Barre fitness borrows from ballet, builds on fun 03/01/2016 06:18am • WASHINGTON — It seems fitness buffs can’t get enough of barre; studios are popping up all over D.C. But if you have yet to step up to the barre, you need to know a few things if you want to make a graceful entrance at your first class. What is barre Barre (pronounced like "bar") is a ballet- 5 Reasons Friends Can Make Exercise Better 02/29/2016 07:00pm • A few weeks ago, I worked out with a buddy for the first time in nearly two years. This is a rare occurrence because I often find comfort in the solitude of my own workouts, and prefer establishing my own pace. And yet, my leanings toward social connectedness -- humans do have a natural attraction t Fact vs. fiction: Red carpet fitness 02/26/2016 02:34am • WASHINGTON — It’s awards show season, and social media, magazines and TV shows are full of perfect bodies walking the red carpet. Personal trainer Josef Brandenburg says that while some of those physiques are the result of hard work and healthy living, there’s a lot more behind the scenes tha How Hotels Are Shaking Up the Craft Cocktail Scene 02/25/2016 07:00pm • Elaborate craft cocktails (think: Any Port in a Storm or bathtub gin) are all the rage at restaurants and bars across the globe. Driven in part by millennials who are choosing wine and spirits over beer, the craft cocktail trend is spreading into hotels that are increasingly targeting Gen Y. Accord Moving Toward Saner, More Sensible Diets 02/25/2016 07:00pm • Oprah announced that she lost 26 pounds eating bread every day on Weight Watchers, and sign-ups soared. Fox News anchor Megyn Kelly touted her success on The F-Factor Diet, a program created by registered dietitian Tanya Zuckerbrot that embraces high-fiber foods including bread, and the book sells o ‘Royce’ and the Nats take the field for first workout 02/25/2016 06:04pm • VIERA, Florida -- The full 2016 Nationals squad took the field Thursday for the first time, in less than ideal conditions. Temperatures were in the 50s and the wind was howling. That didn't stop Dusty Baker from seeing what he liked. "I was pleased because nobody complained about the elements, w Scherzer takes mound; Nats bring back familiar face 02/24/2016 05:55pm • VIERA, Florida -- Things got a little more interesting at Spring Training Wednesday morning as batters stepped in for some live batting practice. Max Scherzer and Tanner Roark were among the pitchers that threw, with Scherzer facing Clint Robinson and Reed Johnson. There were a couple good swings 4 Lessons From Olympic Marathon Hopefuls Any Runner Can Use 02/18/2016 07:00pm • Last weekend in Los Angeles, 370 of the best American marathon runners competed for a few key slots on the U.S. Olympic team. (Only 256 finished the race.) As a runner who watched the event, I could have simply taken in the spectacle and enjoyed the excitement. But, I learned from the experience as 7 wellness travel trends to watch in 2016 02/17/2016 07:00pm • Want nutritious meals, indulgent spa treatments or complimentary fitness classes? Along with enticing health-focused services and programs, such as personal trainer apps and guided hiking tours, wellness retreats are offering an array of new amenities to lure travelers of all ages, tastes and budget 7 Signs You Should Stop Exercising Immediately 02/17/2016 07:00pm • Love your heart. Ashley Langford is in tune with his body. The 40-year-old Web developer and photographer near Dallas, Texas, traded his party-hard lifestyle for intense exercise such as P90X and CrossFit in 2010. So when his heart rate "took off" from 140 to 180 beats per minute while on the rowing How Fast Should Your Heart Beat, Really? 02/16/2016 07:00pm • We often hear about aerobic exercise to improve heart health, but how hard do you have to work to reap the benefits?Before I answer that, it's important to know a little bit about heart rate, which is one reliable way to determine exercise intensity. Expressed in beats per minute, your heart rate re How to get back on track with your New Year’s health resolutions 02/16/2016 09:49am • WASHINGTON — Have you given up on your New Year’s health resolutions? You’re not alone: One in three people ditch their plans by the end of January. Lean Plate Club™ blogger Sally Squires says those who have strayed from a diet or stopped working out can get back on track with some simple