Health and Fitness
Finding Stillness in Seattle
Seattle Met, July 20, 2026
A listening lounge helped me realize there are too many tabs open in my head.
Healing with Horse Power
Seattle Met, June 22, 2026
After spending years documenting trauma, filmmaker Amy Herdy wants to use her San Juan Island horse farm to treat it.
Piloting a New Approach to Mental Health Crisis Response
Seattle Met, May 26, 2026
When 911 calls call for something more than physical help, clinician Jessi Beyer comes to the rescue.
Grown-Ups Are Going to Ballet Class
Seattle Met, April 6, 2026
Retired professional dancer Miriam Landis finds joy in teaching those who’ve never worn a tutu before.
These Young Classical Musicians Are Living in a Seattle Retirement Community
Seattle Met, March 19, 2026
How Skyline got its first-ever chamber quartet in residence.
How One Mom's Labor of Love Grew into a Company Helping Thousands of Women
Seattle Met, January 28, 2026
When it comes to boosting milk supply, Eliza Larson has tried every recipe in the book.
What It's Like to Truly Be
Sleepless in Seattle
Seattle Met, October 28, 2025
Life with a circadian rhythm sleep disorder.
How One Mall Is Cultivating Joy
and Inclusion
Seattle Met, August 26, 2025
Seattle Fat Mall centers its shoppers in every way.
Can You Still Find Meaning in
Ancient Music?
Seattle Met, May 6, 2025
This centuries-old monastic practice is also a longtime Seattle tradition.
Can You Really Biohack Your Body with AI?
Seattle Met, February 26, 2025
Upgrade Labs aims to get you the most results in the least amount of time.
These Dogs Are Taking Care of Seattle
First Responders
Seattle Met, November 26, 2024
How local emergency workers benefit from a therapy dog program.
Long-Distance Walking Is Having a Moment
Seattle Met, October 31, 2024
A Seattle influencer is building community one mile at a time.
Can Breaking Stuff Help You Avoid Breaking Down?
Seattle Met, July 18, 2024
I went to a rage room and found out.
Can Healthier Buildings Make Us
Healthier People
Seattle Met, July 1, 2024
After all, we spend 90 percent of our time indoors.
Why Sports Bras Are More Than a
Fashion Statement
Seattle Met, June 14, 2024
Once puberty hits, girls drop out of sports at twice the rate of boys. One of the major reasons? Issues with sports bras.
Mushrooms May Not Be Magic, But They Could Be Therapeutic
Seattle Met, May 30, 2024
Addiction treatment is very limited. Can a UW study open up new possibilities?
The Local Cafe Turning Viral Cat Videos into an Art Form
Seattle Met, May 14, 2024
And why looking at cats on the internet is actually good for your health.
Is The Cold Plunge Trend All It's Cracked Up to Be?
Seattle Met, March 29, 2024
Our columnist took a dip into frigid Alki waters to find out.
The Case for Renting Your Clothes
Seattle Met, March 14, 2024
What we wear matters for our well-being. So does where it comes from.
The Case for Reading as a Self-Care Activity
Seattle Met, February 8, 2024
As it turns out, doing things that reinforce our sense of self matters to our sense of well-being.
Lessons from a First-Time Fitness Competitor
Reflections, January 2019
Last year, I did something I never thought I would: I stood on a stage, in front of a whole lot of people, wearing a sparkly bikini and sky-high heels — all while being scrutinized by a panel of judges. This is what I learned.
Destination Races Around the World That Are Worth the Flight
Take your next physical challenge goal on the road with these unique races in some seriously incredible places.
How to Hike a 14,000-Foot Mountain With No Prior Experience
Your legs are in for a wild ride.
4 Football Lessons That Apply to Everyone
Sleep Number Blog, Oct. 19, 2018
From the practice and preparation to the mentality the players must have to be successful, even if you're not paid to play in packed stadiums, there are lessons to be found on the field that can help improve anyone's life.
5 Essential Tips for Adjusting Your Indoor Bike Seat
Your pubic bone will thank you.
The Women Sports Pioneers You Need to Know About
From golf, to wrestling, to weightlifting and more... women have always done it all.
Should You Try Online Fitness Coaching?
What to know about this on-the-rise fitness trend.
HealthViews, March/April 2018
A college student and soccer player traveled hundreds of miles to get well again.
HealthViews, March/April 2018
Bulging veins were much more than just unsightly for one Manahawkin man.
3 Easy Make-Ahead Breakfasts for Your Busiest Mornings
Sleep Number Blog, Jan. 8, 2018
While it might seem like a good idea to forgo your morning meal for some extra shut-eye, that's a mistake. Easy make-ahead breakfasts may help.
Jewish in Seattle, December/January 2017/2018
Partisan tensions and 24/7 connectivity mean mental health is taking a hit.
What Bodybuilders Know About Sleep's Importance
Sleep Number Blog, September 12, 2017
Bodybuilders structure their lives around three main tenets. The first two are obvious: diet and exercise. But the final one might surprise you – it’s sleep. What can you learn from them?
HealthViews, July/August 2017
Three siblings underwent weight loss surgery together, making them closer than ever.
HealthViews, July/August 2017
Hyperbaric oxygen therapy saved an accountant from amputation.
Sleep Better with a Worry Journal
Sleep Number Blog, May 7, 2017
With a worry journal, your problems have a place to be other than in your mind, disturbing your sleep.
Natural Allergy Relief Remedies for Better Sleep
Sleep Number Blog, April 21, 2017
Sniffle, sneeze, scratch, ugh … have seasonal allergies? Read on for natural allergy relief remedies to help you sleep better.
HealthViews, March/April 2017
Sleeve gastrectomy weight loss surgery gives a previously immobile man a new lease on life.
Jewish in Seattle, December 2016/January 2017
Technology from an Israeli company is changing the way depression is treated.
Jewish in Seattle, August/September 2016
Why are women treated differently in the doctor’s office?
Visit Seattle, Summer/Fall 2016
Mild year-round weather, a scenic setting, and that local outdoorsy spirit make running a favorite Seattle pastime.
Jewish in Seattle, February/March 2016
Area dentists offer complimentary care to Holocaust survivors in need.
Your Last-Minute Quick Guide to Medicare
Texas Heritage for Living, Dec. 2, 2015
The open enrollment period for Medicare ends on Dec. 7, so make sure you’ve made any needed changes to your plan for the coming year. Not sure where to start? Here are some frequently asked questions and answers.
When It's a Stroke, Time Is of the Essence
Women's Health Source, Spring/Summer 2015
Learn how to quickly spot a stroke and why getting treatment as soon as possible can make all the difference.
Texas Heritage for Living, Oct. 29, 2014
Even as the days get shorter, it doesn’t have to be lights out on exercising in the dark — just make sure you take precautions to stay visible to motorists, cyclists, and pedestrians.
Lung Cancer: More Serious Than You Might Think
Women's Health Source, Fall 2014
More people die every year of lung cancer than of breast, colon, and prostate cancers combined.
Your pet would have to be barking mad not to love all the most dog-friendly exercise spots in the Big D.
Listen to Your Heart About Prevention
HAO Magazine (Humana Active Outlook), Spring 2012
It's never too late to make your heart healthier, even if you've had problems with it in the past.
Four Seasons Magazine, Issue Two 2011
Whatever your preferred adventure, fuel up for it with these guidelines for smart snack packing and healthy hydration.
Current Health Teens, February 2011
Celebrity worship is a big part of our culture — but is it a good thing?
Community Health, November 2010
Need a quick pick-me-up? Try these five easy ways to feel better fast.
The Workout Pal Who Never Lets You Down
WeightWatchers.com, August 2007
Looking for the perfect fitness buddy? Your best friend may not always be available, but man's best friend never says no to a little exercise—and that's not just because dogs can't talk. (Fluent in French? This article ran in a number of countries.)
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