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AI is Revolutionizing the Fitness Industry

Artificial intelligence stands to redefine every aspect of our world—communicating, manufacturing, e-commerce, and frontiers we have yet to imagine. Now, with the accessibility of AI-powered fitness tools and personalized training, we’re witnessing a new era of exercise. By collecting data as you exercise, advanced AI can customize fitness plans, track progress, and offer real-time feedback […]

by Dylan Hostetter

Marathon Marvel

“I found a reason,” says Eddie Gordon, of her 19 races. At 80, Eddie Gordon, a retired Richmond public school teacher, is twice the age of the average marathoner. But age didn’t stop her from completing the Richmond Marathon—19 times. Gordon had run 8Ks before but, in her 60s, another idea […]

by Konstantin Rega

Active Rest

Done right, active recovery delivers better results with less workout time. After an intense workout, an afternoon of yard work, or even a day at the office, rest is the elixir that lets us recover to do it all over again. But there’s more than one way to rest. And the […]

by Staff

Beating the Odds

Given a three percent chance of survival, burn patient Charlie Xavier shares her powerful story. It was a freak accident. While building a new chalkboard for her sons last September, Charlie Xavier stumbled and dropped her sanding tool. The rest is a nightmare: Sparks triggered an explosion, and she was immediately engulfed […]

by Kinsey Gidick

Wonder Woman

She was just hoping to get back in shape. Now Keira D’Amato is an Olympic contender. JOHNNY ZHANG Ninety seconds. That’s how long Keira D’Amato could run eight years after she hung up her sneakers as a four-time Virginia All-State High School Champion and four-time college All-American. It’s a number that’s hard to fathom […]

by Kinsey Gidick

Medical Trailblazer

The country’s first plastic surgeon hailed from Prince Edward County. In the mid-19th century, patients seeking the best medical care would travel—even from abroad—to see a Virginia country doctor. And for good reason. John Peter Mettauer of Prince Edward County was widely regarded as one of the finest surgeons alive. The […]

by Dean King

Turbo-Charging Skin

HydraFacial fans say it’s a game-changer. Offered in plastic surgeon’s offices and medical spas, the HydraFacial goes beyond pampering. “It’s for people who want to feel like a million bucks—but also want results,” says Elizabeth Weiler, director of education and development at OVME Medical Spa in Merrifield in Fairfax County. […]

by Constance Costas

Small But Mighty

Packed with flavor and nutrients, microgreens can power up your diet. Wissing, Michael StockFood 13238680 Various microgreens You’ve probably noticed microgreens at farmers markets or natural food stores. But do you know what these nutrient-dense flavor bombs can do for your diet? While they emerged on the culinary landscape back in the […]

by John Haddad

D.I.Y. Hearing Aids

A new direct-to-consumer model from Bose wins FDA approval. In a seismic shift to the hearing-aid market, the new Bose SoundControl ™ Hearing Aids are the first to be cleared by the FDA for direct-to-consumer sale. At $849.95, the new SoundControl™ Hearing Aids are priced far below the $2,300 average cost of conventional […]

by Constance Costas

The Dawn Patrol

Before the world wakes, morning warriors are working out, all around the state. (Photograph by Adam Ewing) In the pre-dawn hours across Virginia, alarm clocks are sounding and—instead of hitting snooze—a legion of dedicated early morning exercisers are slipping into swimsuits, rowing gear, or sneakers before the demands of the day take […]

by Staff

Tech Tools for Seniors

Even in memory care, “nana” technology is winning fans. Technology is helping older adults stay sharp and expand their horizons in surprising new ways. At The Virginian, a continuum care community in Fairfax, tech tools are being fully integrated into the resident experience from independent living to memory care, where tech-focused games […]

by Elizabeth Cogar

A Better Way to Care

Massey Cancer Center to open a new outpatient pavilion. Advances in cancer care mean patients are now more likely to receive outpatient treatment rather than endure hospital stays. To respond to this shift, VCU Health’s Massey Cancer Center in Richmond is consolidating its facilities—including the flagship Dalton Oncology Clinic—to create a new $349 […]

by Markus Schmidt

For Children, Help is on the Way

Pediatric mental health hospital nears completion in Norfolk. Few hospitals are equipped to manage children’s mental health treatment, but the need today is acute. At Children’s Hospital of The King’s Daughters (CHKD) in Norfolk, visits from children experiencing a mental health emergency rose by 300 percent between 2015 and 2020, reflecting a […]

by Constance Costas

The Robotic Revolution

High-tech surgery and a less-is-more approach afterward speed recovery for patients. A new combination of high-tech robotic surgery and low-tech post-op care is helping patients recover faster and with fewer complications, says Jennifer Young, M.D., Chair of Surgery at Inova Loudoun Hospital, who uses this dual approach for the surgical removal of […]

by Constance Costas

Freeze, Float, Heat

New feel-good healing therapies are turning up statewide. Virginia 2 freeze float heat version 2 (Illustration by Andrew Baker) Entering the mainstream, three new healing therapies offer pain relief, improved sleep, even zen-like brain waves. If you haven’t sampled the latest, look for these trending therapies popping up in boutique spas in […]

by Staff

About Face

Niamtu Cosmetic Facial Surgery serves clients and the community. PaigeStevensPhotography Paige Stevens Photography (Niamtu Cosmetic Facial Surgery) Dr. Joe Niamtu of the Niamtu Cosmetic Facial Surgery practice performs lifts, reductions, and reshaping surgeries on clients from all over Virginia and the world. Passionate about cosmetic surgery education, Niamtu has written and lectured […]

by Staff

Get Your Back Back

Spinal Correction Center of Richmond is using regenerative therapy to get to the root of your pain. (Spine Correction Center of Virginia) Dr. Michael C. Mulvaney’s interest in chiropractic care began in his teenage years. Multiple visits to the chiropractor for sports-related pain ended up not only soothing his aches, but also relieving allergy and […]

by Staff

Say Cheese

The advantages of facing the world with a bright smile. (Illustration by Sebastien Thibault) WHILE THE EYES MAY BE the window to the soul, a person’s smile may betray early signs of aging. “As people get older, several changes occur to the teeth and face in general that can make a person […]

by Erin McPherson

Globe Trotter

Meet Michael Wardian, a top competitor in the world’s longest and most grueling race. Kyle LaFerriere CK Visuals Mike Wardian Virginia Living Mike Wardian on the Lubber Run Park trail near his home in Arlington. (Photo by Kyle LaFerriere) Michael Wardian, 46, has competed in three Olympic trials, medaled at World Championships, and […]

by Sandra Shelley

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Mom Hiked the Appalachian Trail with 13 Kids in Tow

Nikki Bettis stood on the jagged summit outcrop of Shenandoah National Park’s 4,011-foot Stony Man, awed by westward panoramic views. Her heart swelled with emotion as she turned to watch her 13 kids shoulder their loaded backpacks and fall into a clamorous single-file line heading back to the Appalachian Trail (AT). “We were in an […]

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World’s First Grid-scale Nuclear Fusion Plant in Chesterfield

Chesterfield is making history as the future site of the world’s first grid-scale commercial nuclear fusion* power plant, with a goal of delivering power in the early 2030s. Commonwealth Fusion System (CFS), a spin-off of the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, will independently finance, build, own, and operate the facility at the James River Industrial Park. […]

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