Brands like Adidas and Reebok aren’t the only ones currently offering great deals for the fall; New Balance is also hosting an October sale, so you can score new running shoes that usually cost over $99 now for 15 percent off. Plus, all orders over $50 will receive free shipping! However, these online deals will only last through October 14, so get shopping this weekend with our top 10 recommendations to boost your fall training.Shop Men’s | Shop Women’sThe 860v10 is a stability shoe that may be too firm for some runners, but overpronators will appreciate its blend of responsiveness and stability with its dual layers of foam cushioning.Shop Men’s | Shop Women’sIf you’re looking for a neutral shoe from New Balance’s 800 line, the 880v9 offers a moderate amount of cushioning that’s good for training or recovery days and on all road conditions.

It’s a new year, which means new resolutions either motivate and inspire us—or just make us feel guilty when we don’t hit those goals. Especially weight loss goals. Instead of judging your weight loss success based on a number on a scale, what if you shifted your mindset to celebrate non-scale victories, like how good you feel after working out? “The numbers on the scale can get in your head and distract you from other progress you may be making,” says Ashley Stewart, a NASM-certified personal trainer and founder of Kardiá Personal Training. What's more, although weighing yourself may seem like an easy way to track progress, scales are notoriously finicky. Ever notice that the one in your gym and the one you have at home show you wildly different numbers?All of that is why we spoke with dietitians, doctors, health coaches, and other experts to get their top tips for measuring health and fitness success outside the scale. From increased energy to lower cholesterol, there are plenty of non-scale victories to tell that you’re making progress.

Some patients who have been discharged from hospital after recovering from lung injury associated with vaping have had to be readmitted, US officials said Friday as they probe an outbreak that has killed 26.Related video: Vaping-related deaths soar to 26 (TODAY) Authorities issued new clinical guidance and are now referring to the illness as "e-cigarette or vaping product use associated lung injury" -- "EVALI."Around 1,300 people have so far fallen ill since March, almost all hospitalized, with the rate of new cases showing no signs of slowing despite a series of dire public health warnings.A 17-year-old became the youngest person to die from the illness this week, and 80 percent of cases are among individuals under 35.Anne Schuchat, a senior official with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), told reporters: "We're aware of a handful of individuals who have been readmitted for clinical care after discharge for lung injury. We need to understand these accounts better."

Ambling along at a leisurely pace might seem like an ideal anti-stress strategy, but if slow-and-steady is your usual speed, it could be an indication that you’re aging more quickly than someone with a faster gait.New research published in JAMA Network Open used data from a long-term study collecting health information on over 900 New Zealanders over a 40-year period that started when the participants were around 3 years old. They assessed gait speed in April of this year, focusing on the slowest 20 percent and fastest 20 percent throughout three walking conditions: at their usual gait, at their normal pace while reciting alternate letters of the alphabet out loud, and at their maximum gait speed.Speed was determined using a GAITRite Electronic Walkway, a system that provides gait analysis and identifies anomalies. Unlike a treadmill, this device—which looks like a very long yoga mat—is flat on the ground and features pressure sensors that can measure speed and walking patterns.

Is it just me, or is Jennifer Lopez aging in reverse? The triple-threat turned 50 this year and looks just as good as she did when was just Jenny From the Block. I mean, have you seen her in that green Versace dress? Iconic.Lopez will be the first to admit it takes hard work—eating healthy, doing intense workouts four times a week and staying disciplined when she's on the road or dining out. While most of us don't have a personal trainer on either coast, there are still some relatable takeaways from J.Lo's diet and exercise regimen than we can apply to our own lives. Here are her 8 best fitness tips that keep her looking fab at 50:Jennifer Lopez's favorite trainer when she's in New York is David Kirsch, who has a host of celebrity clientele, from Kate Upton and Kerry Washington to Heidi Klum and Anne Hathaway. Kirsch told Insider that getting a fit physique doesn't require dedicating all your free time to the gym.

Like many before and after pictures, the images Jennifer Salfen-Tracy shared on social media show a stark difference. But the mother's photos are especially tragic: They show the heartbreaking devastation of addiction on her oldest son, Cody Bishop."The face of heroin and meth … is reality for so many people and families in the world today," Salfen-Tracy wrote on Facebook. "I have learned along this path that so many people and families deal with the same heartache but just do not talk about it."Taken only seven months apart, the first picture of Bishop shows a healthy young man with broad shoulders, a muscular build and blond hair. The later photo reveals what looks like the ghost of the first man. Bishop still has the telltale blond hair but he is emaciated, his collarbones poke out of a tank top and sores cover his skin.

When polar vortex temperatures strike, you'll want to be equipped with the warmest gear possible. That's where wool socks, sturdy winter boots, and fleece-lined leggings come in. Fleece-lined leggings are not only clutch for outdoor workouts and activities, but they're great for layering under jeans, dresses, and skirts when conventional tights and stockings won't do. These CakCton leggings are lined with ultra-soft fleece and are made with flexible, breathable polyester and spandex to give you freedom of movement. They also feature a flattering high-waist that cinches your middle and a durable elastic band that won't slip down. Even better news is that you can score a pair for just $10.98—or order it in two- or three-packs for $18.98 and $25.88. Wear them on their own for your outdoor runs, hikes, and ski trips, or layer them under your office attire and cozy sweaters. You can purchase these leggings in one-size-fits-all or plus-size. If you're not convinced the universal sizes will work for you, Amazon customers say they're basically the leggings version of The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants.

Nearly half of the THC-containing vaping samples analyzed in the federal investigation of lung illnesses contain vitamin E acetate, a dangerous diluting agent, government officials said Friday.Vitamin E acetate is used by some in the cannabis industry to cheaply thin the THC oil used to ingest the drug through vaping devices. Tetrahydrocannabinol is the chemical responsible for most of the psychological effects of marijuana.Colorado, which was the first state to legalize marijuana for recreational use only, recently banned vitamin E acetate.  Despite the widespread public alarm over vaping, there is little evidence of a slowing of the lung illnesses, said Dr. Anne Schuchat, principal deputy director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. There are also reports of people being readmitted from five to 55 days after hospitalization for lung injury, but it's unclear whether it was due to a resumption of vaping or other causes. 

After months of planning and narrowly missing the mark in 2017, Eliud Kipchoge ran the fastest 26.2 miles ever in front of thousands of fans in Vienna on Saturday morning—and crossed the seemingly impossible barrier of two hours.The 34-year-old from Kenya, who is unparalleled in the marathon, further cemented his legacy by running 26.2 miles faster than anybody in history, finishing the time trial event in 1:59:40. He held a sub-4:34 pace for the distance. “I wanted to run under two hours and show human beings can do a good job and lead a good life. It shows the positivity of sport,” Kipchoge said. “I want to make the sport an interesting sport whereby all the human beings can run and together we can make this world a beautiful world.”The race started with fog and mist in Vienna, with temperatures in the high 40s and humidity at 90 percent—a bit above the “ideal” of 80 percent heading into it. There was a 10 percent chance of rain going into the day, and the light rain started around 58 minutes in.

Since news hit on September 30 that Alberto Salazar, the famed coach of the Nike Oregon Project (NOP), was banned from coaching for four years for anti-doping violations, questions have mounted for his athletes, past and present.What did they know about the investigation, and when did they know it? How are they coping now that they can’t speak to their coach, who by all accounts managed every detail of his athletes’ training and recovery? And how are they handling the news that less than 24 hours ago, Nike announced it was shutting down the Oregon Project? Three former NOP athletes are running the Chicago Marathon on Sunday, and Friday they faced the media in an unusual session at the Chicago Hilton. A few people here for this Chicago Marathon presser. This is half the room. pic.twitter.com/SLBlelwT2l

WHITE PLAINS, N.Y. — Citing mounting costs of litigation that are siphoning funds that could otherwise go to abate the opioid crisis, a bankruptcy judge on Friday ordered a pause in legal action by states against Purdue Pharma and its owners, the Sacklers.The ruling was a setback for 25 states that have forcefully opposed a national opioid settlement negotiated last month among the company and the Sacklers and cities, counties and other states that have filed lawsuits against them. To raise money for the settlement, Purdue has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy and asked that all litigation against it and the Sacklers be halted.At the end of a seven-hour hearing, Judge Robert D. Drain of the United States bankruptcy court in White Plains, N.Y., pushed the parties to a compromise to address the opposing states’ key concerns. Rather than stopping the lawsuits altogether, as is customary in bankruptcy, he gave all the parties until Nov. 6 to come up with a disclosure plan. It would assure that the Sacklers reveal how much money they have earned from the sales of the opioid painkiller OxyContin, and that an angry public would eventually learn the complete story of the company’s role in the opioid epidemic.

Alex Schoener, 14, Emily Haygood, 13, and Mia Johnson, 16, are at their final fitting in Houston, preparing for a fashion show in New York City."I'm a little nervous to be honest," Johnson said.The dresses they will be modeling in represent something more than what meets the eye. Each of these girls has a serious skin condition and each one of their dress patterns mirrors the image of what that girl's condition look like under a microscope. "In second grade, I lost all my hair… But it all grew back. And then in – around seventh and eighth grade… I started losing even more hair. And that's when I think I got really scared," Schoener said.Haygood has severe atopic dermatitis, more commonly known as eczema. "People would ask me, 'Is it contagious? Is it poison ivy?' And that just really lowered my self-confidence," she said.

Three years ago, John Gramlich realized that his weight had spiraled out of control. He’d just moved back to his native Oklahoma after spending 10 months in Nebraska for work—a place where he didn’t have the community, friends, or family that he had back home. When he returned, his family gave him a wake-up call."I had some really tough conversations with my sisters, who are my best friends, and some other close people,” Gramlich recalled. “And they said, ‘We're glad you're happy and you've gone back to home base to reset, but you need to get a grip on this, you need to prioritize this.’”That’s when he tried joining a regular gym, getting a trainer, and running (which he hates to this day), but to no avail. What ended up working for Gramlich was CrossFit.“It's the variation in it, the camaraderie, and the community that's kept me going and kept me on the hook,” he says. But even after he got comfortable in the gym, he had some work to do on the nutrition front. Friends at the gym proved helpful, but as a self-proclaimed “horrible cook,” he needed some help in the kitchen. After looking around online and seeing that Trifecta Nutrition partners with lots of CrossFitters, he thought the company would be a good match for his needs.

After Ironman went public in August at the Nasdaq headquarters in New York City, there was still big news to be shared that day. Amidst a chaotic schedule, the Ironman team had a short window to act and make another announcement.With the group was Roderick Sewell, a double amputee who had made a name for himself on Team USA as a swimmer and dabbled in other endurance sports, including his first half Ironman in April. After speaking at other Ironman events before, he was invited to come out as Ironman was in his city, but he never expected what came next.Ironman CEO Andrew Messick stood over Sewell, praising him for all he had done to inspire people in his life, and at the end, he had one question for Sewell, who had both legs amputated before his second birthday due to severe deformities: “Would you like to come race with us?”

PENSACOLA, Fla – Aug. 31 was a typical Saturday for new Pensacola resident Bernie Stewart: he launched his kayak in Big Lagoon with a buddy and spent the day fishing. It was a good day on the water; he caught lots of fish, loaded his kayak back onto his truck at sunset and went home. © Courtesy of Karianne Logan Karianne Logan and her fiance, Bernie Stewart, pose for a photo before Stewart contracted flesh-eating bacteria while kayak fishing in Big Lagoon. But about two hours after he got home, Stewart noticed his right leg hurt, and he looked down to see it had turned bright red. "I was like, 'wow, I must have gotten a hell of a sunburn,' 'cause it was really red," Stewart said. "And then another 15 to 20 minutes went by and this boil came up out of nowhere, and then I couldn't walk anymore." 

Just because comedians are laughing on stage doesn’t mean they are smiling behind the curtain.In Laughing Matters, a new 30-minute documentary, 12 comedians speak candidly about their mental health struggles, showing that there are often dark lows lurking beneath the highs of comedic performance.To help start the conversation, Sarah Silverman, 48, opens up about her battle with depression.“All of us learn a skill set inherently as children that gets us through childhood,” says Sarah Silverman. “One hundred percent of comedians become comedians because somewhere in their childhood they needed to be funny in order to survive.”Silverman reveals that she was put on Xanax to help with anxiety and depression when she was 13 years old.“They just upped the dose … until I was taking four Xanax four times a day,” she shares.

Ask your husband what he wants for the holidays and he may very well come up with zilch. Furthermore, his version of “I don’t know” probably isn’t code for “Of course I know I’m testing you”—when it comes to presents, his mind is a literal blank. And that makes your job as a gift giver both super hard or surprisingly easy. On one hand, it can seem like you have nothing to go on. On the other hand, it’s an opportunity to get creative—and that’s where the fun starts. So while shaving kits and power tools are tried and true crowd pleasers, consider making this year the one where you shop outside the box. We’ve pulled together 15 picks for your hard-to-buy-for hubby that will ship to your door in a matter of days. (Looking last-minute gifts for others in your life? Worry not: We've compiled the best ones for everyone on your list.) Furthermore, they are all but guaranteed to elicit a response that, in this case, does have an underlying message: When he says “thank you,” what he means is “you just get me, babe.”

On October 4, 2019, writers at the British tabloid The Daily Expresspublishedfiveseparatearticlesabout what they claimed were killer asteroids careening toward the Earth.At the Express, this seems fairly typical. It’s rare for a day to go by without the newspaper warning, or heavily implying, that a deadly space rock is about to annihilate civilization. Between September 7 and October 8, for instance, we counted 87 Express articles about killer asteroids — which works out to an average of nearly three doomsday space posts per day.If these sensational headlines — our favorite might be “Asteroid warning: Deep impact predicted for 2069 claims Nostradamus prophecy expert” — are to be believed, Earth would be under a constant barrage of catastrophic asteroid hellfire. Which is strange, of course, because as far as we can tell, we’re still alive.

With allergies and colds causing runny noses, nasal congestion, and sinus pressure, you may think your answer is to use a neti pot. Nasal irrigation isn't new, but is it safe? We asked allergist Dr. Kathleen Dass, MD, from the Michigan Allergy, Asthma & Immunology Center, and here's everything you need to know about using a neti pot. A neti pot looks like a small teapot with a handle at one end and a spout at the other. They can be made of ceramic or plastic, and they "are a natural, alternative, and safe way to clear out the mucus" from your nose and sinuses, explained Dr. Dass, whether you have a cold, allergies, or a sinus infection. "Neti pots help remove crusting, thin, or thick secretions and can help make medications more effective."Just fill the neti pot with a solution of warm or room-temperature saltwater (whatever temperature you prefer), place the spout in one nostril, lean over your sink and tilt your other nostril down toward the drain, and allow the warm saltwater to drip out your open nostril, flushing out your nasal passages.

Since the day he had surgery on his Achilles last October, Galen Rupp has had October 13 circled on his calendar. The 2019 Chicago Marathon would mark a return to competition for an athlete who won here in 2017 and claimed Olympic bronze in the marathon in 2016, but hasn’t lined up at a single starting line this year.The road to recovery hasn’t been entirely smooth. He said he has lost strength, muscle, and agility in his time away from running. Pain still arises in his left heel, where he had some bone shaved off to repair damage from a genetic condition called Haglund’s deformity. Rupp also had tears in both peroneal tendons, which wrap around the outside of the ankle bone, on that leg. Doctors have told him the pain might take as long as 14 months to resolve.When asked about his fitness in the prerace press conference, he admitted, “I’m kind of wondering about it too, to be honest.”

The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) has proposed reducing the manufacturing of prescription opioids for the fourth year in a row, but chronic pain patients are begging the agency to reconsider.The proposal aims to reduce the amount of fentanyl production by 31 percent, hydrocodone by 19 percent, hydromorphone by 25 percent, oxycodone by 9 percent and oxymorphone by 55 percent, according to the DEA. Altogether, the cuts would constitute a 53 percent decrease in legal opioid production since 2016.The DEA has been criticized  for allowing drug makers to ramp up opioid production between 2003 and 2013, leading to a sharp increase in overdose deaths. More than 140,000 people died from overdoses in that period, according to a report by the U.S. Department of Justice. In an attempt to change course, the DEA has proposed cutting opioid manufacturing. Victims of chronic pain, however, claim the agency is taking away the medication they need to live productive lives.

Consumer Reports has no financial relationship with advertisers on this site.You’re filling out forms at a doctor’s office, hospital, or other health care facility and come to a line asking for your Social Security number.Should you write those nine digits down?Generally, no, say privacy experts. “Having Social Security numbers at the doctor’s office is a data breach risk, and it’s one that’s increasing,” says Pam Dixon, executive director of the nonprofit World Privacy Forum.If stolen, your SSN offers thieves easy access your personal health and financial information, and they could possibly steal your identity.This makes SSNs much sought-after commodities on the black market. In fact, the 2018 Identity Fraud Study from Javelin Strategy & Research, found that for the first time, more SSNs than credit card numbers were stolen last year.

As illnesses and deaths linked to vaping continue to rise, health experts on Friday updated their advice to doctors on how best to recognize symptoms and treat patients, and warned that the start of the flu season would make it harder to arrive at the right diagnosis. “I can’t stress enough the seriousness of these lung injuries associated with e-cigarettes or vaping products,” Dr. Anne Schuchat, principal deputy director of the federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, said at a news briefing. “We are not seeing a meaningful drop-off in new cases, and unfortunately many more people have been hospitalized with lung injury each week.”A new concern has come to light. She said a handful of patients, fewer than five, were hospitalized for vaping illness, recovered and went home, and then wound up back in the hospital again, from five to 55 days later. The reason is not yet known, she said. One possibility is that the patients may have started vaping again.

Oct 11 (Reuters) - Indiana on Thursday confirmed two more deaths from a mysterious lung illness linked to e-cigarettes, bringing the total number of fatalities to 29 across the country, as U.S. health officials investigate the outbreak that has shown no signs of easing. © DedMityay/Getty ImagesLatest data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) listed 1,299 confirmed and probable cases of the illness as of Oct. 8. (http://bit.ly/2IlMmo5)CDC last month urged people to not use e-cigarettes with marijuana ingredient tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), saying that the high-inducing component may have a role in causing the illness.U.S. health officials said on Friday there may be more than one cause for the outbreak of the illness and said they do not see a meaningful drop in the number of new cases.

Menopause happens to every single woman, but that doesn’t mean the symptoms—or best treatments—are the same for everyone. Whether you’re dealing with hot flashes, mood swings, or trouble sleeping, menopause can be downright debilitating. But here’s the thing: You don’t have to just suffer through it and pretend everything is okay. From trying prescription meds to changing up your diet, there are things you can do that may help you feel a lot better. Here are some of the best menopause treatments and alternative therapies to try. (But, as always, talk to your doctor first to make sure you’re going down the right path).When it comes to easing menopause symptoms like hot flashes, anxiety, and irritability, hormone replacement therapy is a top choice for many women. These medications bring levels of estrogen and progesterone (which drop dramatically during menopause) back up, which helps improve your symptoms.

For all the focus on serums, moisturizers, and anti-aging products, you may forget about an important piece of the skin care puzzle: a good face wash. “Cleanser is a really big deal, especially during the extreme times of year, like winter,” says Tina Alster, MD, director of the Washington Institute of Dermatologic Laser Surgery and a clinical professor at Georgetown University Medical Center in Washington, D.C. Why? The colder temps outside coupled with the dry heat inside is already zapping moisture from your skin—so adding a harsh cleanser into the mix can spell trouble for your complexion. Your face wash is designed to clean the skin, so many are often packed with surfactants: soaps that draw dirt, oil, and grime from pores. This can strip even more moisture from the skin and lead to dry, flaky patches. It’s not just a matter of flakiness or that uncomfortable tight feeling—dry skin looks sallow, dull, and highlights lines and wrinkles.

Menopause likely conjures images of hot flashes and mood swings. But have you ever thought about how the change impacts your vagina? Turns out, the decrease in estrogen that happens during menopause affects more than your mood and your cycle—it can also cause physical changes to your nether regions. “Vaginal changes may occur throughout all stages of menopause: perimenopause, menopause, and postmenopause,” says Anna Klepchukova, MD, Chief Science Officer at Flo Health. From dryness to changes in the size and shape of your vagina, these changes can be significant but are considered normal, she notes. Keep reading to learn exactly how your vagina transforms throughout menopause. Estrogen helps keep your vaginal walls lubricated. With less of it, you’ll notice your vagina feels much drier. Known as vaginal atrophy, this thinning and drying of the vaginal walls may lead to other symptoms, including vaginal itching and burning, according to theMayo Clinic. Talk to your doctor about possible treatments, which may include vaginal moisturizers and lubricants.

Finding the right skin care products can be difficult, especially since everyone's skin has different needs. If you're on the hunt for a good anti-aging serum, we found one that might be worth checking out.© ChesiireCat/Getty ImagesAccording to Nielsen Mass Market Data, as of January 2019, the L’Oréal Paris Revitalift Derm Intensives 1.5 percent Hyaluronic Acid Serum has been selling a unit every 60 seconds since its launch. Dr. Rocio Rivera, head of scientific communications for L’Oréal Paris, shared with TODAY that since the product's launch, it has been the No. 1 or No. 2 serum in weekly sales everyweek.© Amazon Revitalift Derm Intensives Hyaluronic Acid Facial Serum Revitalift Derm Hyaluronic Acid Serum, $23.94, Shop nowThis bestselling serum was created after an internal consumer study found that over 50% of people trust their dermatologist the most when it comes to skin care products and skin needs.

On the surface, Ebola and the flu might not seem all that similar — one can cause organ failure or death, while the other usually just makes you feel really crummy — but they actually have the same underlying cause: an RNA-based virus.That’s the type of virus behind some of the most common — and deadly — illnesses in the world, and researchers have just discovered a way to use the powerful gene-editing technology CRISPR in the fight against them.On Thursday, a team lead by researchers from Harvard and MIT’s Broad Institute published a study in the journal Molecular Cell detailing their creation of CARVER (Cas13-Assisted Restriction of Viral Expression and Readout), a system that utilizes the CRISPR enzyme Cas13, which “naturally targets viral RNA in bacteria,” according to a Broad Institute press release.

A Vermont father whose daughter died of an overdose while seeking treatment has used her obituary to shed light on the harrowing aspects of opioid addiction that saw her children taken away from her and left her loved ones with many unanswered questions. © BackyardProduction/Getty Images“Megan Angelina Webbley, 31, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, September 29,” her father, Edwin Webbley, wrote in the obituary, which was published in Vermont’s Seven Days. “Specifically, she died of an overdose, finally losing her battle with addiction. She was in Manchester, N.H., seeking treatment for her addiction. We have no clear picture of what went wrong.”<br _moz_dirty="" />The obituary revealed that in addition to her parents and brother, Webbley is survived by four children. It said that she was first injured in a cliff jumping accident in 2005 that left her with her jaw wired shut.

Ambling along at a leisurely pace might seem like an ideal anti-stress strategy, but if slow-and-steady is your usual speed, it could be an indication that you’re aging more quickly than someone with a faster gait.New research published in JAMA Network Open used data from a long-term study collecting health information on over 900 New Zealanders over a 40-year period that started when the participants were around 3 years old. They assessed gait speed in April of this year, focusing on the slowest 20 percent and fastest 20 percent throughout three walking conditions: at their usual gait, at their normal pace while reciting alternate letters of the alphabet out loud, and at their maximum gait speed.Speed was determined using a GAITRite Electronic Walkway, a system that provides gait analysis and identifies anomalies. Unlike a treadmill, this device—which looks like a very long yoga mat—is flat on the ground and features pressure sensors that can measure speed and walking patterns.

Yesterday, Pitchfork reported that a material shortage has thrown a roadblock into the production of cassette tapes.Yes, you read that right: cassette tapes.Gamma ferric oxide is the most common material used in the magnetic strips of tape that store audio on cassettes. There’s only one factory used to refine the substance and it’s been under renovation for nearly a year — hurting a growing niche of the music industry.While vinyl records have enjoyed a sales boom over the past decade, enjoying 30 year highs and threatening to outsell CDs, cassette tapes have also seen a significant resurgence in the past ten years.Vinyl pressing plants have also had to work overtime producing greater numbers of records using refurbished presses, since there are no manufacturers making new ones. They often produce special editions that they ship to major retailers such as Target and Urban Outfitters, as well as independent record stores.

Few things are more American than football. (Save maybe apple pie, country music, and weekend BBQs.) If you come from a big-time football family, then gathering around the TV every Sunday to watch your team bring home another win is probably one of your favorite pastimes, and signing your kid up for pee-wee football season is practically a rite of passage. But for the last few years, health experts have started to question whether we’re starting our kids too young when it comes to the contact sport — and this week, a new PSA is warning parents about the long-term damage youth football can pose.The clip, released Thursday by the Concussion Legacy Foundation, is called “Tackle Can Wait,” and it opens on two pee wee football teams facing off. Someone hikes the ball, others scramble, and in a quick rush we see flashes of a game well-played.

Here's the great thing about kettlebell complexes: They give you a chance to attack every single part of your body as you chain different motions (pulls, pushes, lunges, squats, and the like) together in athletic ways. Case in point: this total-body complex from trainer Jay T. Maryniak. Chest, shoulders, back, legs, core—it nails them all while jacking up your heart rate for major calorie burn, too. All you’ll need is a pair of equal-weight kettlebells and a few square feet of floor space to pull this one off. Set both bells on the floor with the handles running vertically; you’ll maintain a neutral grip throughout the four-move complex. And be prepared to sweat, because this one will leave you drenched. 🔥Full Body KB Work🔥 - - This full body KB Complex is going to light you up!🔥 Perform 5 cycles of this flow with no rest. Go as heavy as you can. Rest 1-2 minutes in between sets. 6-8 sets. Let’s go!👊🏻🎥 @dustinhayungs - - 💯💯Training programs at www.jtmfit.com or click the link in my bio💯💯 - - #calisthenics #bodybuilding #functionaltraining #kettlebells #kettlebellworkout #core #crossfit #fit #fitness #workout #wod #legday #deadlift #wod #gymnastics #mobility #functional

Breast cancer was the furthest thing from Aubrey Glencamp's mind when he discovered a strange bump on one of his pecs. He was just 33 years old, he didn't have any family history of the disease, he was in good health so he didn't have any of the typical risk factors for the disease. Oh, and then there's the whole business of his gender. Isn't breast cancer a woman's disease?The young father quickly discovered the answer to that when his test results showed that not only did he, as a man, have cancer in his breast tissue but he had stage II HER-2 positive breast cancer, one of the most aggressive forms of the disease."I remember leaving work and just sitting in my car trying to process it all," he says. "I tried looking up more information on my diagnosis but everything I found was for women. I was desperate for information and yet there was almost nothing about male breast cancer."

When doctors chat with patients eye to eye, it’s not just about creating rapport. Certain facial traits may reveal vital clues to underlying health conditions.&nbsp;

In his all-conquering career, it’s the final, elusive frontier—an impossible dream that Eliud Kipchoge will now try to make a reality. The 34-year-old has done it all—Olympic gold, world title, the marathon world record—but there is one thing he has yet to tick off his bucket list: a sub-two-hour marathon. “Many ideologies [have] been going that no human will break the two-hour mark but personally, I have dared to try,” Kipchoge said in a video of the INEOS 1:59 Challenge documentary series. “I am doing it to make history.” He is, without question, the greatest marathoner of all time, but in a park in Vienna, Austria, on Saturday, Kipchoge will aim for immortality. The start time for the event will be 8:15 a.m. in Vienna; 2:15 a.m. ET.Fans know that he has come close before. In May 2017, the Kenyan clocked 2:00:25 on a formula one racetrack in Monza, Italy, during Nike’s Breaking2 project. It was the fastest marathon ever run, but did not count as an official world record because of the use of rotating pacemakers.

The barbell front squat is one of the most challenging moves in the gym, challenging your core to stay active for the entire time, and attacking your glutes, hamstrings, and quads. It's a challenging move to learn, too. But you don't need to run away from it. And if you use this approach from Sean Garner, C.P.T., you won't need to overload the bar with weight to benefit from the move, either. In a recent Instagram post, Garner broke down a front squat method that's joint-friendly and one of the best ways to perfect your form, the slow-tempo front squat. Here's your game plan: Instead of rushing through reps, you're going to use a 5-5-1 tempo. That means you'll set up in front squat position, but when you lower you'll be going extra-slowly. Your goal is to take a full 5 seconds to lower your torso until your thighs are parallel with the ground. Then you'll hold in that position for 5 full seconds, before pressing back up as quickly as possible. When you're in that bottom position, focus on spreading your knees outwards, honing your squat technique in the process.

Many diseases and conditions have their own "breathprint," and this may soon pave the way for earlier detection and diagnosis.&nbsp;

A Rwandan company called Mara Group just released two new smartphones — the Mara X and the pricier Mara Z — which are the first ever to be manufactured entirely in Africa.The two Android phones are more expensive than others available in the area, according to Fast Company, but Mara Group is banking on people willing to dish out a little extra for the opportunity to support local economies instead of buying imported hardware. All said, the phones are an important step toward Rwanda’s goal of becoming a new hub for the tech industry.Rwanda President Paul Kagame described Mara Groups’ new facility as Africa’s “first high tech smartphone factory” during an inaugural ceremony on Monday, CNN reports.“The Mara Phone joins a growing list of high-quality products that are made in our country,” he said.

Guilt is tough to avoid after a miscarriage, but even if you drank a margarita, went to hot yoga, dyed your hair, took a nine-hour plane ride, or busted your bum on the ice in your driveway, the miscarriage is most likely not your fault and could not have been prevented. Don't believe the myths that can make the miscarriage even more painful. “There’s nothing you did or didn’t do that caused your miscarriage,” says Alice Domar, PhD, author of Conquering Infertility and executive director of the Domar Center for Mind-Body Health at Boston IVF. Keep in mind that miscarriage is incredibly common: For women in their 20s and 30s, one in five pregnancies ends during the first trimester; that ratio climbs to one in four for women 35 and older, and to one in three for women over 40. Don’t stress yourself out examining with a microscope every little thing you might have done to cause the miscarriage, but do talk to your health care provider to rule out medical problems, such as polycystic ovary syndrome or lupus.

Your body needs high-octane fuel to run its best. So if you’re wondering what to eat before running, below are some healthy and delicious meals and snacks that can provide the high-quality energy you need to get the most out of your workout. These options are high-carb, low-fat, low-fiber, dietitian-approved and packed with nutrients. Use this as a guide, but listen to your body. Each individual is unique in terms of digestion time, so you may need to eat closer to your workout or a few hours earlier than what’s prescribed here. If you’re exercising for up to an hour at an easy effort, it’s okay to run on empty. But having a small snack or meal of around 100 to 200 calories ahead of time may help you feel energized and strong throughout the workout. These snacks are also ideal before shorter quality workouts, like speed sessions and hill work.

If you grew up in or around the 2000s, you probably remember when basically everyone was ‘scrunching’ their hair in an effort to add volume and texture. It wasn't always a hit—there’s no denying that hair often ended up looking more like a wet poodle than mermaid locks. Thankfully, hairstyles have evolved since the mid-2000s—and so have the techniques and hot tools, making it easier than ever to achieve the effortlessly wavy hair.Case in point: The Bed Head Wave Artist Deep Waver Generation II (Buy It, $29, amazon.com), which, according to 6,000 Amazon reviewers, is the best way to get the blissfully messy waves. The handheld styler clamps your strands between two ceramic plates in a unique ‘U’ shape to create deep waves in just seconds. Post-clamp, your hair will not only be perfectly crimped but also frizz-free and super shiny thanks to the tourmaline ceramic plate. The five-inch plates are also wide, so you’ll be able to conquer your entire head of hair in just a matter of minutes.

You’ve probably noticed that the dairy-free drink aisle at your local supermarket has blown up in the past few years with rows and rows of different cartons. These days, seemingly anything can be turned into milk (walnut milk, anyone?), but the one garnering the most buzz and with skyrocketing sales is made from oats. You know oat milk has hit the big time when select Starbucks now feature the dairy-free drink on its menu as an option for topping off your latte.Which begs the question: Is oat milk actually healthy? And is it worth the fairly lofty price? Here’s everything you need know about this new drink on the block before you dump it into your next postrun coffee.When you pour a splash of oat drink into your coffee you might not think it’s enough to make a difference for the planet, but actually a good amount of the cow’s milk that humans drink is in coffee, so you really are helping out the planet when you pour that sustainable, non-dairy splash and could even feel justified whispering “I’m amazing!” or something, if you wanted to.

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The British Association of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons (BAAPS) has said it will vote later Friday on whether the procedure popularly known as the Brazilian butt lift is safe enough to be performed in the UK. © Hero Images/Getty ImagesAn expert panel will assess the latest evidence and decide whether to uphold previous guidance it issued in 2018, which strongly warned surgeons against performing the surgery because of its high fatality rate. If the guidance is upheld it will essentially ban the procedure in the UK, though surgeons could in theory choose to ignore the recommendation. Concern about the procedure, which has been rising in popularity over the past five years, follows a number of cases of serious illness and death. Two Britons are known to have died following the surgery, and it is feared that globally the number of fatalities could be in the hundreds, BAAPS president and plastic surgeon Paul Harris told CNN.

Going through menopause is a major milestone—but you may not be aware of how or when your monthly visitor will vanish. For many women, the various stages of menopause (which include perimenopause, menopause, and postmenopause) are a mystery until they actually happen. “Every woman will go through the stages a little differently,” says Mary O’Toole, MD, an ob-gyn at Hoag Hospital in Laguna Hills, California. That said, there are certain things you can expect throughout each stage as your estrogen levels decrease and your period finally becomes a thing of the past. Here’s what lies ahead: This is the period leading up to menopause where estrogen and progesterone start to decrease, explains Dr. O’Toole. It can begin as early as your mid-40s and usually lasts for around four years, according to the Cleveland Clinic. “It’s difficult to pinpoint the onset, but irregular menstrual cycles may be the initial sign,” says O’Toole. You can still get pregnant during this time, so it’s important to use contraception if you’re not looking to conceive.

A few things have changed in the year since Justin Gallegos signed with Nike, making him the first professional athlete with cerebral palsy (CP) on the company’s roster.The video of Nike presenting him with a surprise contract racked up hundreds of thousands of views and earned him coverage in every media outlet from Good Morning America to Sports Illustrated. The University of Oregon senior, 21, ran his second half marathon in Eugene in 1:56:36, improving his personal best and meeting his goal of breaking two hours. The feat earned him kudos from another accomplished athlete, Eliud Kipchoge. The marathon world record holder now regularly comments on Gallegos’s social media posts. He can also be seen sporting one of Gallegos’s bright-green CP awareness bracelets—inscribed with his Instagram handle @zoommagic and #StrongerEveryMile—in his own feed.

‘Tis the season of all your favorite food sites barraging you with slow cooker meals that will simmer all day while you’re at work and fill your home with heavenly smells. But trust us, your current crockpot has nothing on the Pioneer Woman 7-in-one countertop technology.Featuring 14 built-in smart programs, this multi-use machine actually does do it all. Use it to make yogurt, steam veggies, sautee meats, and to make one-pot meats—all at the touch of a button. The 24-hour timer gives you a delayed cooking option, and the 14 built-in programs are a cinch to master: All you have to do is gather the ingredients and get it started. Oh, and did we mention it’s freakin’ adorable? You can pre-order it today. SHOP NOWThe deets: Neither last nor least, this lovely looking Instant Pot has an equally attractive price tag: At $89.99, it’s an investment that will pay off all winter in the form of delicious meals—not to mention all the time you’ll save not standing in front of the stove. So start bookmarking those slow cooker recipes piling up in your inbox. It’s time to start putting them into Instant Pot action!

Here’s the thing about menopause: It only happens once (aroundage 51 on average), so everybody who goes through it is experiencing it for the very first time. This can make identifying the symptoms a bit tricky. It also doesn’t help that telltale signs like hot flashes and unpredictable periods can start years before you actually stop ovulating, says Tara Allmen, MD, gynecologist, and author of Menopause Confidential. This is due to “fluctuations in the hormonal output from your ovaries that [usually] start in your 40s,” she explains. The other thing that makes identifying symptoms tricky: There are loads of signs that aren’t obviously related to menopause. (Like trouble focusing.) Plus, each women’s experiences and symptoms are uniquely her own.If you think you could be going through menopause, keep reading. If you identify with any of the signs below, set up an appointment with your OB/GYN. She can tell you for sure if your tampon days are coming to an end, and tell you how to manage and treat any uncomfortable symptoms.

Cold and flu season hits millions of Americans with uncomfortable symptoms every year. But how much do you really know about these common illnesses?

Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) are still on the rise in the United States, according to the latest data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). On Tuesday the CDC released a report on statistics from 2018, which indicate historic rates of chlamydia and the worst rates of syphilis and gonorrhea since 1991. Most concerningly, the CDC reports a 40 percent increase in congenital syphilis—a potentially fatal and totally preventable condition where infection passes from a parent to a fetus through the placenta—since 2017. This represents the fifth year in a row that STIs have hit all-time highs.In 2018, Jonathan Mermin, director of the CDC's National Center for HIV/AIDS, Viral Hepatitis, STD, and TB Prevention noted that rising infection rates showed we were "sliding backward," with "systems that identify, treat, and ultimately prevent STDs... strained to near-breaking point." The latest report makes it clear those systems have all but crumbled.

If you suffer from stress and anxiety, you’re not alone: Anxiety disorders affect 40 million adults in the U.S., and about half of Americans say they're stressed out. That’s a big deal, considering the majority of adults dealing with anxiety experience sleep problems, like insomnia. While there are plenty of natural remedies for anxiety, one med-free treatment that has been getting a ton of buzz recently is weighted blankets. Also known as gravity blankets, these quilts are stuffed with glass beads to produce a "grounding" effect, making them heavier than your average comforter. Fans of weighted blankets claim that the added pounds help them fall and stay asleep throughout the night. But will sleeping with some extra weight really make a difference? Or is this just another self-help gimmick picking up short-lived momentum? We tapped some experts to explain.

Every year, scientists around the world do their best to get one step ahead of the flu. How do they do this? They gather the four most popular (slash effective) influenza strains from around the world, inject them into fertilized chicken eggs or mammalian cells, deactivate the virus, mix it with a grab-bag of preservatives and antibiotics and sugars, and then formulate this for a shot or spray. For those science-is-awesome types out there, this is indeed awesome.It’s also complex — something that keeps virologists on their toes every year. Influenza strains constantly mutate but scientists get one shot for the annual vaccine, making their best guess some 30 weeks in advance to get the vaccine out to the public. Meaning, the CDC published the full report on the 2019-20 flu season vaccine weeks ago. Which means it’s actually possible to understand what you’re having injected into yourself and your child (also, your parents if you can).

Sweater weather is officially here, and if you need to stock up on cozy pull-overs and more, many retailers are launching MAJOR sales for Columbus Day (Monday, October 14) with massive discounts on clothing, winter boots, furniture, kitchen appliances, and much more. These are the best Columbus Day sales worth checking out: Best Columbus Day Bedding and Furniture Sales Birch LaneCasperWest ElmBuffyBrooklyn BeddingTempurpedicOverstockPottery BarnWayfairTargetCrane & CanopyMacy'sBest Columbus Day Activewear Sales REIL.L. BeanNikeNordstromBloomingdale'sMacy'sBest Columbus Day Kitchen Tools Sales TargetWilliams SonomaWalmartCrate & BarrelLike what you just read? You’ll love our magazine! Go here to subscribe. Don’t miss a thing by downloading Apple News here and following Prevention. Oh, and we’re on Instagram too

Yes, breakups can be hard to do. But sometimes relationships reach a point where it’s just not working anymore, and that includes the relationship you have with your go-to nail salon.According to experts, there are some major red flags to watch out for as a sign that it’s time to find somewhere new for your next mani-pedi.Pedicures are a relaxing way to treat yourself, but approach those pedicure stations with caution. One of the biggest red flags in a nail salon are jetted pedicure tubs that aren't properly sanitized.“Jetted tubs are a breeding ground for bacteria and should be sanitized for a minimum of 10 minutes with an EPA-registered disinfectant between each service to properly kill the microorganisms that live inside of the jets,” Mazz Hanna, celebrity nail artist and founder of Mazz Hanna Beauty, told TODAY Style. “If this isn't being done, do not get a pedicure there,” said Hanna, whose celebrity clients include Julia Roberts, Selma Blair and Halsey.

If you’ve been reading about the latest diet trends, then you’ve definitely heard about Whole30. When you have to say sayonara to pasta, alcohol, dessert, and dairy for a month, it can reveal things about your diet you probably want to change. From uncovering food sensitivities to combating sugar addiction, the Whole30 diet can transform the way you eat—so it’s no surprise people are looking to the Paleo-inspired diet to help them lose weight. But before you jump on the 30-day train ride for the sole purpose of shedding pounds, know this: At its core, Whole30 is an elimination diet inspired to help you feel your best—it’s not a weight loss plan.So, do you have to count calories on Whole 30? No, there’s no calorie counting and absolutely no tracking of macros, carbs, you name it. People are advised to step on the scale only at the start and end of the program.

A U.S. Navy researcher with a quasi-facetious reputation for working on “UFO-like technology” just patented a compact nuclear fusion reactor that could allegedly fit inside of a vehicle — and don’t worry, we’re going to try our hardest to unpack that for you.Salvatore Cezar Pais, the engineer who also patented room-temperature superconductors for the Navy, was granted a patent for a small nuclear fusion reactor capable of generating anywhere from 1 billion to 1 trillion watts, according to The Drive. That’s far more powerful than any of America’s operational nuclear power plants — but it’s also not clear how much, if any, of the patent represents feasible technology.As with any bizarre tech patent, it’s hard to tell what’s really going on here — it seems unlikely that the Navy has suddenly cracked the long-elusive mystery of practical fusion reactors.

While fall usually provides the perfect transition from hot summer weather to the cold, snowy winter, sometimes, Mother Nature has other plans. CNN is predicting that "an intense and potentially historic fall snowstorm" may accumulate feet of snow across some of the north-central United States. Earlier this week, more than two dozen winter storm warnings and watches were issued for parts of Montana, Idaho, Wyoming, and South Dakota, according to AccuWeather. However, CNN reports that the storm is likely to affect some areas of Colorado as well.The storm is a result of extremely cold temperatures coming down from Canada. According to AccuWeather, the snow hit Calgary on Monday and it continued to sweep south to the United States.Not only will the storm bring feet of precipitation, but also a drastic temperature change for the affected areas. People in Denver, who were just experiencing highs in the 80s at the beginning of the week, will likely see their thermometers drop to below freezing.

© Daily Mail A woman who hit breaking point when the scales could no longer read her weight vowed to turn her life around, and in just one year she has shed more than half her body weight. Noelle Dawson, 38, was a competitive gymnast growing up, which inadvertently instilled a problematic relationship with binge eating. After she saw her weight creep up to 414 lbs, the mom of five vowed to gain control of her body again.The Nashville, Tennessee-based woman has lost a staggering 234 lbs since adapting to the increasingly popular ketogenic diet and working out at her local gym. She recently made the decision to have surgery to target her excess skin. Noelle told BarcroftTV that growing up she was a gymnast who sometimes binge ate. The following day, her performance would suffer and she would be 'punished' by her strict coaches as a result.

The deepfakers of YouTube have struck again.This time, former U.S. president Barack Obama takes over for actor Chadwick Boseman as the Marvel superhero Black Panther from the 2018 blockbuster of the same name.In the video, faux-Obama delivers a stirring speech at the United Nations about how the fictional nation of Wakanda is finally ready to open up to the world — a fitting choice for a former U.S. president.YouTuber Sham00K even included Obama’s synthesized voice with the help of StableVoices, a separate social media account that uses AI-powered audio synthesis software to replicate famous voices.It’s yet another powerful instance of the use of deepfakes. Well, apart from some smaller issues — Obama’s face appears to be a little too big for Boseman’s head at times and the lighting gives the illusion away a few times.

Ariel Winter has been focusing on the positives in life lately. She recently opened up about learning to put her own happiness first and disregard the opinions of others, especially given her experiences with body-shaming and online bullying.For Winter, part of that change means making health a priority—and this week, she gave fans a rare glimpse into how she stays strong in the gym.In an Instagram video, the Modern Family actress showed off her impressive strength while doing weighted sumo squats and deadlifts. While standing on two weight benches to increase her range of motion, Winter is seen flowing through the movements with ease, then celebrating after the fact with some adorable floss skills."I know I missed #motivationmonday so here is #tuesdaymotivation with @mackfit," she captioned the video. "I am never the most excitedddd person to go to the gym, but feeling healthier and seeing the work you put in pay off really makes it worth it. Also... @mackfittraininggym is a BOSS and keeps reminding me of my booty goals."

I get asked this often, especially this time of year, when days get shorter and people spend less time outside. Vitamin D is an important nutrient for your bone health. Furthermore, there’s research to suggest vitamin D supplements could reduce prostate, colon, and skin cancer risk. If you live in places like Alaska or the Northeast, where sun exposure—a source of vitamin D—is appreciably lower, you may benefit from supplements. But too much of it isn’t good, either. Taken in excess, vitamin D becomes a risk factor for some diseases it should protect against—including cancer. Too much can also increase your absorption of calcium, leading to problems such as kidney stones and damage to your heart and blood vessels. The National Academy of Medicine recommends an upper limit of 4,000 international units a day to be safe.

Less than two weeks after the U.S. Anti-Doping Agency (USADA) handed down a four-year ban to Nike Oregon Project coach Alberto Salazar for trafficking banned, performance-enhancing drugs to its athletes, Nike has announced that they will be shuttering the team.“This situation, along with ongoing unsubstantiated assertions, is a distraction for many of the athletes and is compromising their ability to focus on their training and competition needs. I have therefore made the decision to wind down the Oregon Project,” Nike chairman, president, and CEO Mark Parker wrote in a memo that was provided to Runner’s World on Thursday evening. In the memo, Parker said that though the USADA panel found no “orchestrated doping” or evidence that performance-enhancing drugs have ever been used on Oregon Project athletes, Salazar has been unable to coach while his appeal is pending.

More people are developing Alzheimer’s disease in the U.S. every year, with the current number reaching up to 5.8 million patients. It is the most common form of dementia that affect people at age 65 and older. It is important to detect Alzheimer’s disease early. It provides wider access to treatments or therapies that could help reduce its symptoms. Now, a new study suggests there is an easier way to identify when a person is at risk of having certain types of dementia. You just have to look at how they walk. Researchers found that people with Alzheimer’s disease as well as Lewy body dementia have unique gait patterns, or the movement of their body when walking, according to Mercola. “The way we walk can reflect changes in thinking and memory that highlight problems in our brain, such as dementia,” Ríona McArdle, lead researcher and a postdoctoral researcher at Newcastle University's Faculty of Medical Sciences, said. 

Singapore is set to become the first country in the world to ban ads for unhealthy drinks with high sugar content in what it says is the latest move in its ongoing "war on diabetes."© Dan Kitwood/Getty Images Europe/Getty Images Advertisements of high sugary products, such as soft drinks, will be banned under the new regulation. The ban, which will apply to "the least healthy" sugar-sweetened beverages, will cover all media platforms including print, broadcast and online, said Edwin Tong, Senior Minister of State for the city-state's Ministry of Health. He told reporters at a press conference on Thursday that the decision was made after a "public consultation" in the form of a survey. Soft drinks, juices, yogurt drinks and instant coffee would all be affected by the new regulation, the ministry said in a press release.

A deadly outbreak of Legionnaires' disease at a North Carolina state fair is now responsible for killing two people, state health officials announced Thursday. Authorities are not publicly identifying the deceased.Health officials have confirmed 134 cases of Legionnaires' disease, an airborne lung infection, or Pontiac Fever, a milder form of the disease, in residents of multiple states who attended last month's NC Mountain State Fair in Fletcher, North Carolina. Eighty-eight people have been hospitalized.Health officials' interim report suggested that exposure to the Legionella bacteria occurred in one event center at the state fair, "particularly near the hot tubs and during the last five days of the fair," which went from September 6-15.There were no other significant sources of aerosolized water -- small droplets of water or mist that can be inhaled -- at the event center, and no other ongoing potential sources of exposure identified, the health department said.

Getting the required eight hours of sleep is difficult to accomplish in this day and age with demanding lifestyles and high-pressure jobs. Usage of technology has also played a significant role in disturbing patterns of people, impacting physical and mental health. Ultimately, weakening the immune system. This is clearly indicated by the staggering number of people who are regularly sleep-deprived in the United States. © GettyAccording to the American Sleep Apnea Association, 50 million Americans suffer from more than 80 different sleeping disorders. The National Institutes of Health has projected a massive sleep debt to accumulate by the middle of the twenty first century because they believe that 100 million Americans will have problems sleeping at night by then. It has taken a huge toll on health already. Not sleeping enough impairs functioning the next day by being unable to focus, decreased alertness and altered moods. Lack of sleep can also lead to automobile accidents and heart attacks in worst case scenarios. 

After a pair of running shoes, a smart watch for tracking distance and pace is one of the biggest training purchases you can make. But today’s watches don’t just tally your miles and remind you that yesterday’s run was a half-minute faster—they can also build customized workouts, create on-the-go color maps, bump your favorite Spotify workout playlists, and more. But the functionality doesn’t stop when the run ends: Most modern running watches can be used to track sleep, heart rate changes, and other health metrics. Of course, some runners might prefer a more minimalist timepiece if they prefer a basic interface and don’t need their data served with the works. Check out the quick reviews below of five of our top smart watches—from simple GPS trackers to the higher-end models that put a virtual computer on your wrist—or scroll deeper for more helpful buying info and full reviews of those models plus other high-ranking options.

Pumpkin carving is for the kids, but pumpkin cooking—now that's where things get interesting. Created and tested by the experts in the Prevention Test Kitchen, we have 50 ideas for what to do with this nutrient-packed fruit. (Yes, pumpkin is a fruit!). And for good reason: Pumpkin boasts some serious health benefits. It can boost your immunity, improve your vision, and even make your skin smoother. Read on, and check out our 50 favorite apple recipes while you're at it.

We’ve spent decades and billions of dollars to answer one simple question: is there life on Mars?But according to an opinion piece for Scientific American by former NASA scientist Gilbert Levin, we may already have learned we’re not alone in the universe during an experiment Levin led for NASA’s Viking mission to Mars in 1976.NASA sent two separate Viking orbiter and lander pairs to the Red Planet to conduct experiments and return with snapshots — marking the first time the U.S. safely landed a spacecraft on the Red Planet and sent back photos.The smoking gun, according to Levin: the mission detected positive results during the Labeled Release life detection experiment, which he spearheaded.As part of the experiment, the lander mixed a Martian soil sample with a nitrogen-based nutrient solution that was “labeled” with a unique radioactive carbon compound. The theory was that if microorganisms in the soil metabolized the nutrients, it would let off radioactive carbon dioxide gas.

Posting a photo to social media could’ve cost Japanese pop star Ena Matsuoka her life.On September 1, obsessed stalker Hibiki Sato attacked Matsuoka outside her home, dragging her to a dark corner to sexually assault her, according to an Asia Onereport — and, in a creepy digital twist, he found her by analyzing a reflection in her eye in a selfie.Following his subsequent arrest, Sato told authorities he identified a bus stop and other scenery in the eye reflection, then used Google Maps to match it to a real-world location.He said he was even able to estimate the floor the pop star lived on by analyzing the windows in her photos and noting the angle at which sunlight hit her eyes.Celebrity stalkers are nothing new — for as long as there have been celebrities, there have been obsessed fans who worshiped them to a bizarre, sometimes dangerous, extent.

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After a seven-year struggle with infertility, Ryne and Rachel Jungling felt blessed when they welcomed twins in January 2018.“They were miracle babies,” dad Ryne Jungling of North Dakota told TODAY Parents.Anders and his sister, Linnea, were inseparable from day one. In nearly every photo on Rachel Jungling’s instagram account, the siblings are seen holding hands or reaching for one another.Then suddenly, at the one-year mark, there are no new pictures.On January 12, Anders died after a day care provider left him to nap in his car seat. He was still awake when he got dropped off."Rachel looked at Anders and said, 'Bye buddy,' and he kind of smiled back at her," Ryne Jungling said. "He was awake, but sleepy. And she left."An investigation determined that Anders died of positional asphyxia, which means his airway was cut off when his chin fell to his chest.

When Jeopardy! host Alex Trebek announced that he has late-stage pancreatic cancer in March 2019, his fans were stunned. The cancer is incredibly tough to beat, and although Trebek was initially optimistic, he now admits taping the show is more challenging. He'll keep filming as long as his skills don't diminish, but they've started diminishing, he told CTV. "The thought of the pancreatic cancer doesn't frighten me," he says. "I'm 79 years old. So, hey, I've lived a good life, a full life, and I'm nearing the end of that life. I know that."Pancreatic cancer is a stealthy and often lethal opponent. It is the third-leading cause of cancer-related deaths in the United States with a five-year survival rate of just 9 percent, according to the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network (PanCan). Other notable people who have succumbed to pancreatic cancer include Michael Landon, Steve Jobs, and Patrick Swayze. There are people who you didn't know survived cancer before 30.

For the last seven years, a rare neurological disorder ravaged Mitchell Herndon's body.As the condition — a genetic mutation diagnosed in only a few people in the world — robbed the Missouri teen of his ability to walk, took his hearing and then his eyesight, Herndon made a decision: If the disease killed him, he would donate his body to science in the hopes of saving others.Last Wednesday, just days before a potentially life-saving drug would have been made available to him, Herndon, 19, died. Abiding by his wishes, Herndon's family chose to gift his body to Washington University in St. Louis for research into neuro-muscular diseases — something that doctors say will be invaluable for advancing the understanding of more than his own disorder."It's an incredible tool which he has donated. This will have an impact for many people that get identified with his condition in the future, as well as other people with other neurodegenerative conditions" such as amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), or possibly Alzheimer's and Parkinson's diseases, said Dr. Bob Bucelli, the neurologist who treated Herndon for the past year and an associate professor of neurology at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis. "It's a limitless resource that he's given and incredible what he's offered the medical community by doing that."

Usually when you do your homework, the goal is to complete every single problem, even the ones you may not know the answer to. Why? Because you want to better your chances of getting a good grade and maybe snag some participation points. When 10-year-old Utah native Rhythm Pacheco was doing her math homework, she refused to answer one of her teacher's questions—not because she didn't know the answer, skipped it accidentally, or just didn't feel like answering it—but because she felt like the question was morally wrong and shamed another girl's weight.And guess what ... she's right! The question read, "The table to the right shows the weight of three Grade 4 students. How much heavier is Isabel than the lightest student?" Instead of answering "Irene" or "Sue," Rhythm circled the problem and wrote, "WHAT! 'Sorry I won't write this, it's rude."

Doctors may be not be diagnosing women as early as men with brain problems associated with early signs of dementia because of how well women typically perform on simple memory tests, a study published Wednesday suggests. © monkeybusinessimages/Getty ImagesWomen generally perform better on verbal memory tests, according to the study published in the peer-reviewed journal Neurology. So when these common tests are used to diagnose mild cognitive impairment, women may be under-diagnosed or diagnosed too late while men may be over-diagnosed or diagnosed too early, the study found.“If women are inaccurately identified as having no problems with memory and thinking skills when they actually have mild cognitive impairment, then treatments are not being started and they and their families are not planning ahead for their care or their financial or legal situations," study author Erin E. Sundermann of the University of California, San Diego, said in a statement.

All of us get a little gassy or stopped up from time to time or feel the burn after a giant Mexican dinner. But there’s a point when these symptoms aren't normal and could even be a sign of something more serious. “An off day here or there, especially if your schedule, diet, or lifestyle has changed, is fine. But if there is a sudden change or one that persists without clear explanation, it’s a good idea to get a gastroenterologist involved,” says James F. Marion, M.D., Professor of Medicine and Gastroenterology at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai. Here’s what to look out for with some of the most common stomach problems, what it could mean, and when to see a doc.If you’ve never had heartburn before (other than after a spicy or super-sized meal) and you’re suddenly experiencing burning on the regular without a specific trigger, it’s time to call your doctor—especially if you have other symptoms like weight loss, the feeling that food is getting stuck in your throat, or blood in your stool. You could be one of the estimated 20 percent of people, according to the National Institutes of Health (NIH), with gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), a condition where stomach acid causes inflammation and narrowing of the esophagus, says Marion. Since heartburn can lead to serious complications including ulcers and asthma, you shouldn’t suffer in silence—the right medications usually nix symptoms.

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Price: $135 Available: October 11“Sauc’ it, Squawk it, and Rock it” is a mantra I can get behind, especially when it is introducing a Saucony x Goodr collab.The two staple running brands have banded together to create a unique and fun design that “celebrates the brands’ shared commitment to goodness and fun,” according to the press release. The package is wrapped up in what is essentially an oversized Goodr box, and contains a pair of Saucony Kinvaras, and Goodr OG sunglasses.The Kinvara, one of Saucony’s most popular shoes is ideal for the marathoner that wants a lightweight shoe with a bit more cushion than a racing flat. Touted for its springy, minimalist feel, the Kinvara—beloved for speed workouts—is more than capable of going the distance. This particular design, placed on the Kinvara 10, blends from navy to flamingo pink with the Goodr “Drunken Flamingo” print on the tongue and inside of the upper. While it arrives with pink laces, the box also includes options of sea foam green and navy if you want to mix it up.

Feeling tapped out. Foggy. Just not all that into sex. Gotta be your testosterone, ads would have you believe. And we’re believing it, too, with the number of T-supplement users tripling from the early 2000s through 2016. Don’t get us wrong: Testosterone is one critical hormone. Babies first encounter it in utero, when it triggers the differentiation of boys from girls. In puberty, it contributes to your bone growth and muscle mass, and continues to affect functions including your red-blood-cell production and mood stability.But the message those ads are sending plays right into the economic and social anxieties men are facing. It’s like when anti-anxiety meds such as Valium first came onto the scene, says urologist and MH advisor Elizabeth Kavaler, M.D. “All these middle-aged women were addicted to Valium, because that was the solution to everything. Testosterone has become the new answer for a life of quiet desperation.” More and more of us are feeling the exhaustion of uneasiness. We are being asked to do more with less. We’re just trying to get through the day alive. “Men think, Well, if I just get a little testosterone, I’m going to feel great!” Dr. Kavaler says. “And that’s not the case.”

The outbreak of lung illnesses linked to vaping grew by more than 200 cases in a week, now totaling 1,299, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reported on Thursday. Twenty-nine people have died from vaping-related illnesses, health officials said. The figures mean that 219 new cases and seven new deaths were reported. Cases have occurred in 49 states, the District of Columbia and the United States Virgin Islands. A 17-year-old boy died in the Bronx last week, the youngest death so far linked to vaping. Utah and Massachusetts officials confirmed their states’ first vaping deaths this week. Indiana health officials announced late Thursday afternoon that two more people had died. The ages of those who died range from 17 years to 75 years, with a median of 49.

Time flies when you're dancing, but when you're banging out pushups or pumping iron? Time moves like a Friday afternoon. To boost the fun (and calorie burn) of any workout, all you need are a few easy distraction techniques. Women's Health's Next Fitness Star Selena Watkins, the woman behind the boredom-beating High-Intensity Dance Cardio DVD, has some ideas:For total-body sessions, Selena likes to keep things fresh by picking a particular area to concentrate on for one full song. So, say it's triceps. You can choose one move or a few, but either way, you keep doing reps until the track is over. Knowing that you have only three-ish minutes until you're done with that muscle group for the day can help you push through anything.Even Selena's strength workouts move to a beat. "I love playing with an exercise you know inside and out by altering how long you'll spend going up or down the range of motion," she says. "It changes which muscles spend the most time under tension and turns any exercise into a dancelike sequence." Try a song with at least 150 beats per minute (like The Chainsmokers' "Don't Let Me Down") for your lunges. "Keep your rep rhythm tied to the song—it will pick up during the chorus and slow down for the verses, changing the challenge."

You might think that pushups are nothing but the garnish to your workout entrée—but if you take them on in a different, challenging setup, you can get away with nothing but pushups for a tricep and chest-pumping standalone routine. The 3-step pushup series from Men's Health fitness director Ebenezer Samuel, C.S.C.S. isn't just meant to be an afterthought on the side of your push-day workouts "This one is push-day one-stop shopping, either as a nasty workout finisher, or as a quick full workout if you're in a pinch," he says of the series. "This is all about drop sets, and fatiguing our triceps to make standard pushups more challenging." Part of that challenge comes from the pushup variations you'll take on: elevator archer pushups, archer pushups, and standard pushups. The imbalanced positions make the workout tough—then the pure volume of reps also serves as a challenge.

WASHINGTON — The Trump administration on Thursday instructed doctors to use more caution when taking chronic pain patients off opioid medications, a response to reports that many have been cutting off prescriptions too quickly, in some cases even dismissing patients from their practice.The Department of Health and Human Services published a guide intended to be a course correction of sorts. In 2016, after years of rising addiction rates and deaths from prescription painkiller overdoses, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention issued nonbinding guidelines for primary care doctors that urged more cautious prescribing. A backlash ensued, particularly from some doctor and patient groups who said the guidelines were hurting people with severe chronic pain, many of whom had been on high doses of opioids for years without becoming addicted.

For most of my life, I didn't know I had anxiety.© Courtesy of Locke HughesFrom the outside, I've always been a relatively easy-going person — at least not what I'd call a "Nervous Nelly." I thought that people with anxiety had panic attacks, were afraid of flying, and got nervous at parties — not like me at all. I'm adventurous, spontaneous and social.But beneath the smooth surface, my mind has always sped ahead at a million miles per hour. I've constantly worried about things that might happen — without any evidence they would.At work, whenever a challenge arose, I would fear the worst possible outcome (which hardly ever came to be).In relationships, I would constantly think I'd done something wrong, or worse, that my significant other was up to something sketchy. (Spoiler alert: They usually weren't.)

Getting a defined six-pack takes a lot of dedication and sweat; even more so when you do it in just six weeks. Brendan Jones, who runs the YouTube channel Goal Guys with his brother Cam, was feeling down after falling behind on his fitness. He decided to challenge himself to get back in shape, with a six-pack as the final goal."Eight months ago I was in the best shape of my life," he says. "However, since then I've gotten pudgey, so I'm putting myself on a new regimen. I want to get rid of my chubby gut and see if I can get shredded six-pack abs in six weeks."Brendan is well aware of the old adage that abs are made in the kitchen. "If there is one thing I've learned doing this challenge, it is that diet, diet, diet is the absolute most important part of any muscle building regimen," he says. In order to burn fat at the same time as building muscle, this is the diet he adopted for the six weeks:

A New Jersey hospital nurse claims in a lawsuit against her employer that some staff on the night shift gave patients Benadryl to make them sleepy, and that when she complained about the misconduct a supervisor retaliated against her.Patricia Moran, of Wall, filed the suit Wednesday in state Superior Court claiming that several of her co-workers in the adult psychiatric unit at Monmouth Medical Center in Long Branch on the Jersey Shore "knowingly misused and administered" the antihistamine to either put patients to sleep or make them drowsy.The suit alleges that the patients were given Benadryl, which lists drowsiness as a main side effect, to "lighten the workload for the night shift nurses." Moran claims that nurses involved in the misconduct did not make notations in the patients' charts that they had been given the medicine.

A new report says a 51-year-old British wedding planner died earlier this year after he reportedly ate a fish cake so hot it burned his throat, causing swelling to his airways that ultimately impeded his breathing.© SWNS via Fox NewsDarren Hickey — who was described by his partner, Neil Parkinson, as a “larger-than-life character” —  reportedly sampled a fish cake at a wedding venue around noon back on April 4, South West News Service (SWNS), a British news agency, reports.The pain from the burn led Hickey, a stroke survivor, to seek medical attention at the Urgent Care Ward at Chorley Hospital. Medical professionals reportedly sent him home with acetaminophen and told him to return if the pain worsened. Hickey then went home to rest.That evening, Parkinson, 55, claims he heard Hickey “making noises” and rushed upstairs. He reportedly found Hickey, of Bolton, Lancashire, choking.

Reebok has already reduced the prices of select shoes and summer apparel at 10 percent off, but now the brand has kicked off its mid-season sale by offering an extra 50 percent off on top of the discounted prices. We’ve never seen better deals on some of our favorite Reebok running shoes, including the Gear-of-the-Year-winning Floatride Run Fast, Floatride Energy, and more. Use the code MSS at checkout to score the biggest discounts, but keep in mind that the price is dependent on color options. Take a look below to see the styles of our six favorite Reebok running shoes with the highest markdowns.$140$62.50 Shop Men’s | Shop Women’s | Read Full Review Garnering accolades like our 2018 Gear of the Year Award, the Floatride Run Fast boasts a featherlight design perfect for picking up the pace during races and tempo runs.

Feeling tapped out. Foggy. Just not all that into sex. Gotta be your testosterone, ads would have you believe. And we’re believing it, too, with the number of T-supplement users tripling from the early 2000s through 2016.Don’t get us wrong: Testosterone is one critical hormone. Babies first encounter it in utero, when it triggers the differentiation of boys from girls. In puberty, it contributes to your bone growth and muscle mass, and continues to affect functions including your red-blood-cell production and mood stability.But the message those ads are sending plays right into the economic and social anxieties men are facing. It’s like when anti-anxiety meds such as Valium first came onto the scene, says urologist and MH advisor Elizabeth Kavaler, M.D. “All these middle-aged women were addicted to Valium, because that was the solution to everything. Testosterone has become the new answer for a life of quiet desperation.” More and more of us are feeling the exhaustion of uneasiness. We are being asked to do more with less. We’re just trying to get through the day alive. “Men think, Well, if I just get a little testosterone, I’m going to feel great!” Dr. Kavaler says. “And that’s not the case.”

With something as challenging as trying to lose weight, it’s nice to rely on things like math and logic to figure out how to do it. For example, if you’ve ever calculated how much weight you’ll lose by cutting out a certain number of calories a day, you know the most famous equation in dieting: one pound of fat = 3,500 calories. Too bad that equation is wrong.It may be right in a strict mathematical sense, like if you burn a pound of fat in a lab, but cutting out 500 calories a day for a week won’t result in a pound of fat loss. We’ve covered this here before: trying to balance calorie intake and burn never quite works out.Now, there’s a new equation in town, or more specifically a calculator called the Body Weight Planner, based on research done by the National Institutes of Health. Amby Burfoot explains at Runner’s World why we should ditch the old rule and embrace the new one:

CHICAGO, Oct 10 (Reuters) - U.S. health officials are preparing to release new guidance for doctors stressing the need to ask every patient with an apparent respiratory infection about their vaping history. © ShutterStockThe updated guidance will also advise physicians on how to diagnose and manage patients who may have both a lung infection and a vaping injury.Dr. Ram Koppaka, a medical officer with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), said doctors need to be aware that there is an overlap between the early symptoms of vaping injury and common respiratory infections.The CDC has already recommended doctors start asking patients about their vaping history during routine visits, but gathering that information is especially important as doctors evaluate patients with respiratory symptoms from infectious causes.

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The backstory of my mom’s mental health journey during her 61 years on Earth is complicated, so I’m going to start with the very scary night when everything came crashing down.It was a late summer night in 2007. I had returned to my childhood home in New York City after graduating from college in Baltimore. I was 18 when my parents divorced. Since that time, my mother had been living in Florida, near her parents and her sister, so I hadn’t seen the full progression of her disease, though I knew things were not right.She talked about God and others speaking to her and spewed conspiracy-related stories about our family. Her paranoia and delusions convinced my two brothers and I that something was seriously off, so we staged an intervention. She was supposed to come to the house that night to meet with my younger brother, who was the only one she would see because she thought everyone else in our family was out to get her in some way.

If there’s one tie that binds us, it’s the frustration of breakouts. And while you may think that you’re too old to keep dealing with acne, constant hormonal fluctuations, especially for women, are often to blame for this reoccurring skin nuisance. “The majority of acne I see in my practice in women in their 20s, 30s, and 40s is hormonal,” says Meera Sivendran, MD, assistant professor of dermatology at Mount Sinai in New York. These hormonal shifts, such as getting your period, pregnancy, entering perimenopause, (the transition period before menopause when ovaries gradually make less estrogen), and then menopause increase oil production, says Eric Meinhardt, MD, founder and medical director of California Dermatology Specialists. With excess oil, pores are more apt to get clogged with dead skin cells; then, the bacteria that causes pimples, Propionibacterium acnes (P. acnes), multiplies, causing an inflamed spot. Hello, pimple.

At his heaviest, Dr. Kevin Gendreau, 31, a primary care doctor in Fall River, Massachusetts, weighed more than 300 pounds. But after losing his father and then sister to cancer, he started to appreciate how precious his own life was. "As things were starting to look more and more grim, the concept that what I was doing to my body was my choice increasingly solidified," Gendreau told Best Life. That's when his 125-pound weight loss journey began.Back when Gendreau was just 17 years old, he watched on helplessly as his father slowly succumbed to terminal cancer. The experience was devastating, and, like many people, he turned to food for comfort. "I basically began to eat my feelings in sugar and processed carbohydrates and use food as an anti-depressant," he said. "When you eat junk food, your brain releases dopamine and increases serotonin—both 'feel-good' hormones—so it's kind of like a hit of a drug."