Running Rampant
What compels thousands of us to hit the roads and trails, day after day? Stress? Friendship? Health? Survival? For many, it's all of the above.
Health & Fitness
Lyme Light
Doctors couldn’t agree on the cause of my husband’s debilitating symptoms, much less how to treat them. Now, new estimates on the prevalence of Lyme disease are bringing the debate to the forefront.
Man-to-Man
Patrick Ryan survived the cancer that no guy wants to discuss. And he’s not afraid to talk about it.
Defending the Caveman
Why have so many local residents adopted paleo eating and CrossFit workouts with cultlike reverence? One writer ventured to find out.
Happy Trails
You don’t have to travel far for a lovely walk in the woods. Try these local hikes along the Potomac.
Sleepless in the Suburbs
Some see insomnia as the new normal. Are we victims of our own bad habits?
Addicted to Thin
When grown women develop eating disorders, the habits are hard to break.
The Sad Season
Winter is the cruelest time of year for those with seasonal depression. Some have found that light therapy can help.
The Big C
When you’re the wife of an oncologist, cancer is a common topic of conversation. But Liza Marshall and her husband, John, never expected it to happen to her.
Driven to Extremes
Tired of the gym? Sick of the same boring exercise routine? Staying in shape doesn’t have to be monotonous. It certainly isn’t for these eight Arlingtonians.
Strike a Pose
Want to give yoga a try? The first step is finding a style that suits you.
