Arlington Once Again Ranked America's 'Fittest City'
The county has scored the top spot in a nationwide fitness index for the sixth year in a row.
Dying Too Soon
What are your chances of living to age 75? A new report finds significant racial and geographic disparities across Northern Virginia.
A Mystery Illness Called POTS
A debilitating disorder with a constellation of symptoms, postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome is often misdiagnosed as anxiety. Doctors are missing the mark.
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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.
13.1 Miles Toward Social Justice
This half marathon fundraiser focused on more than fitness. The training included conversations about race.
Top Dentists
Looking for an outstanding oral surgeon, dentist or orthodontist? Here are our area's most respected dental health experts, as nominated by their professional peers.
Don’t Skip That Flu Shot
It’s more important than ever this year. Here’s why.
6 Outdoor Fitness Classes to Get You Out of the House
Step away from the fridge and step outside for a workout. The fresh air will do you good.
Virginia Hospital Center Resumes Elective Procedures
The governor's stay on non-emergency procedures has been lifted. Time to schedule that colonoscopy or cardiac workup.
The Tweet Heard Round the World
Arlington epidemiologist Eric Feigl-Ding warned in January that COVID-19 could be catastrophic. Some said he was crying wolf.
What You Should Know Before You Need a Ventilator
"It is yet another heartbreaking reality of dying during a pandemic. Patients cannot tell us what they want."
7 Beautiful Virginia Hikes
Need some exercise and a change of scenery? Head to these wide open spaces.
Virginia Hospital Center Bracing for COVID-19
We asked hospital officials for an update on safety and preparedness efforts in Arlington. Here's their response.
Clarendon Has a New Boutique Gym
Kim Kardashian and Jessica Biel swear by Barry's. I tried a workout there. Here's how it went down.
