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As summer winds down and life settles back into routine, September is the perfect month to refocus your fitness goals and science backs it up. According to experts in sports physiology and coaching, this time of year is ideal for building lasting exercise habits. With lighter mornings and evenings, better weather, and fewer social distractions than…

Looking for motivation to stay active this summer? Duke’s employee wellness program, LIVE FOR LIFE, is bringing back the Fit in 15 Challenge this August! The goal is simple: complete 30 minutes of moderate aerobic activity for 15 days during the month. Whether you enjoy walking, biking, swimming, strength training, or dancing, any heart-pumping activity counts. This challenge…

Prioritizing Mental and Physical Heath In today’s fast-paced world, prioritizing health is more essential than ever, especially for Black men, who often face unique challenges that affect both physical and mental well-being. Taking charge of your health means balancing mind and body, building strength, and finding resilience. Here, we explore actionable ways to prioritize physical…

World Health Day is observed globally on April 7 each year, sponsored by the World Health Organization (WHO) and related organizations. In 1950, the First World Health Assembly designated April 7 as World Health Day. The day marks WHO’s founding and highlights an important health issue each year. It is one of eight official WHO…

The concept of time has been described as many things: an arrow, a river, a march, anything that moves inextricably forward at a constant, unalterable rate. However, aging doesn’t flow at such a uniform speed. Instead, humans age in fits and starts. A 2024 Stanford University study shows that our bodies age faster around our mid-40s and…