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FITNESS

Ironman race tests bodies and spirits, snarls traffic

On Sunday, more than 2,000 people demonstrated their desire to swim, sweat and suffer their way to an ineffable blend of delirium, exhaustion and exhilaration that follows an Ironman race.
TRAFFIC

Ironman 70.3 Triathlon will result in road closures in Triangle on Sunday

More than 2,500 people are expected to swim, bike and run 70 miles between Jordan Lake and downtown Raleigh on Sunday, and some streets will be closed along their route.
FITNESS

How to live with a grown-up … kid

Is today’s 20-something yesterday’s teenager? It’s best for all if you set the ground rules early.
FITNESS

'Wearable robots' give improved mobility to people who are paralyzed

When Michael Gore stands, it’s a triumph of science and engineering. Eleven years ago, the Whiteville, N.C., man was paralyzed from the waist down in a workplace accident, yet he rises from his wheelchair and walks across the room with help from a lightweight "wearable robot."
FITNESS

Burn some fat with this DVD giveaway

We’ve got a copy of ‘Denise Austin Quick Burn Cardio.’
FITNESS

A giveaway to jumpstart your weight loss

Win a copy of trainer Bob Harper’s latest book, “Jumpstart to Skinny.”
HEALTH & WELLNESS

Physical therapists explain how you can get better, faster

For many, physical therapy can be overwhelming and intimidating. So we talked to three experts about what to expect, the keys to getting better, and how to avoid PT in the first place.
FITNESS

Jillian Michaels hopes her tour will spur ‘aha’ moments

The fitness trainer is on a 34-city Maximize Your Life tour that comes to Raleigh April 25.
FITNESS

Win a stay fit giveaway!

Win a copy of ‘The Overnight Diet’ or a Jillian Michaels DVD.
FITNESS

Don’t let a scale make you pound foolish

These tips can help you choose from among the many options for tracking your weight.