Health & Fitness

5 Pickleball Tips From Ultramarathoner Michael Wardian

Plus, indoor and outdoor places around Arlington where you can pick up a paddle and get in on the action.

8 Great Hikes Close to Home

When you want to escape the hustle and bustle of city life, check out these can’t-miss trails in and around Arlington.

10 Arlington-Area Road Races You Should Sign Up for This Fall

We've got live and virtual races for every runner, including those with a hankering for a half-smoke.

Arlington Unveils a Massive New Aerial Ropes Course

At Climb UPton, daredevils can scale and conquer 90 vertical elements, including ziplines, ladders and a 40-foot free fall.

Arlington Ranked as “America’s Fittest City”

Our hometown has held the top spot in Anthem's nationwide fitness index for four years running.

Cycling as Therapy

Biking propelled me through a cold, dark, Covid winter. It was a life-changing gift.

Time to Undo Those Pandemic Bad Habits

Life during Covid gave rise to all kinds of unhealthy coping mechanisms. Which ones do we need to unlearn?

Endurance Training? Run or Bike These Hills

Whether you've got a 5K, a century ride or a triathlon in your future, these local hills will make you faster and stronger.
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No Note, No Explanation

Suicide rates are rising, and the pain of the pandemic put more people at risk. Talking about it matters.

My Week with Covid…Maybe

Eight months into this pandemic and the testing still isn't optimal.

Covid’s Ripple Effects

These area residents didn't become sick from the coronavirus, but their lives were changed by it.

13.1 Miles Toward Social Justice

This half marathon fundraiser focused on more than fitness. The training included conversations about race.