Gearing Up for Turkey Trots
Fitness experts offer tips for getting in shape.
Before the bird is carved on Turkey Day, Arlington resident Nina Elliot will be hitting the pavement. The mother of two is running in the 7th Annual Arlington Turkey Trot.
Cutting a Rug
Researchers say dancing can improve balance and mental ability in seniors.
Springfield resident Fred Griffin enjoys a good hoe down and takes pleasure in doing a do-si-do. In fact, he has been square dancing since high school.
Racing for Superheroes
Event benefits local nonprofit organizations.
From children wearing superhero capes to costume-clad adults to tots in strollers, participants took to the streets of Arlington last month to raise money for charity as part of the fourth annual Acumen Solutions Race for a Cause 8K and One-Mile Fun Run.
Using Smart Phone To Get Better Healthcare
New apps and websites designed to make medical visits more efficient.
When Susan Gallagher’s 5-year-old son had an allergic reaction to something he ate at a birthday party, the Reston mother knew she had to get him to an emergency room immediately.
“Flourishing After 55”
Upcoming events and activities for seniors.
“Flourishing After 55”
Upcoming events and activities for seniors
Arlington Bulletin Board: Oct. 3, 2012
Upcoming events and activities.
“Flourishing After 55”
“Flourishing After 55” from Arlington’s Office of Senior Adult Programs for Oct. 15-20.
Brief: Arlington Senior Olympians Awarded
94 Gold, 68 Silver, 41 Bronze.
In the recently concluded Northern Virginia Senior Olympics several long standing records were broken. Participation was the highest in its 30-year history and the highest number of events — 40 — were offered. It was also a bonus year for Arlington which celebrated a 20 percent increase in participation and the largest number of medals awarded. The total medal count was 94 Gold, 68 Silver and 41 Bronze.
“Flourishing After 55”
“Flourishing After 55” from Arlington’s Office of Senior Adult Programs for Oct. 8-13.
Brief: Senior Centers To Host Retirement Fair
The Langston-Brown and Lee Senior Centers will host a Retirement Fair on Saturday, Sept. 29 at Langston-Brown, located at 2121 N. Culpeper St., from 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Message of Hope for Those with Brain Injuries
Martha Shmokler: Don’t give up.
Life-long Arlington resident Martha Shmokler has battled brain injuries for more than a decade. She said she has had professionals tell her there are limits to what she can do, but she has never listened.
Camp Med
Middle school students learn about medical profession at Virginia Hospital Center over the summer.
What did you do on summer break? Some students chose to learn about medical profession at Virginia Hospital Center.
Getting a Body Like an Olympian
Local fitness gurus offer gold medal advice for achieving a toned, muscular body.
Muscular legs, toned abs and buffed biceps are hard to miss in London this week, but is it possible for the average sports fan to achieve a body like an Olympian? Local fitness experts say "maybe."
Taking Care of One’s Teeth
American Dental Association says many Americans don’t know basic oral care.
Here’s a pop quiz: How often should a person replace their toothbrush? "Once a year," said Terrie Andrews of McLean.