Let the kids sleep: California becomes first state to mandate later school starts
Experts say the initiative should go national, because teens can't learn when they're sleep-deprived.
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Get walking workouts and expert advice, find a walking buddy and get support and guidance from the TODAY Show.
A 31-day full-body strength-training workout to add to your walking routine
Learn the basics and start building muscle mass with this one-month plan for beginners.
‘This is the first time it's for me’: How 1 woman finally got off the weight loss rollercoaster by walking
Making steady, sustainable changes is what’s finally driving lasting success for Doreen Fox.
Al Roker hits a 200-day walking streak! Here are his best tips for making it a habit
Roker has hit 10,000 steps a day for more than seven months straight. Here's how he "gets it done."
Mental Health
See AllRevitalize your mind and body with the latest in diet, fitness, wellness, medicine and relationships.
Over 6 million kids have suffered traumatic brain injuries, study finds
TBIs have remained high for girls, but have declined for boys.
Jill Biden tests positive for COVID-19
The first lady had been vacationing with President Joe Biden on Kiawah Island, South Carolina, since last week.
Clea Shearer of ‘The Home Edit’ recalls Hoda’s powerful advice on fighting breast cancer
The professional organizer opened up to Hoda Kotb before she announced her breast cancer diagnosis and got some solid advice.
Jill Biden tests positive for COVID-19
The first lady had been vacationing with President Joe Biden on Kiawah Island, South Carolina, since last week.
Women's Health
See AllUp-to-date news, stories and tips on living healthy and wellness for women. Find health news, nutrition tips, fitness tips and more.
TV meteorologist reveals skin cancer ordeal: 'I never thought this would happen to me'
Kathy Sabine had to have her nose reconstructed after what she thought was an age spot turned out to be skin cancer.
Serena Williams on her near-death experience after giving birth: 'No one was really listening'
The tennis ace announced that she's retiring, reflecting on her career after the life-threatening condition she developed during childbirth in 2017.
Woman, 23, unknowingly lived with a deadly heart defect — until a crisis on a trip
When she suddenly collapsed on a trip abroad, it wasn't a simple faint.
Jill Martin: My journey with fibroids — and what I want every other woman to know
I’ve been living with pain for two years. Recently, I decided to do something about it.
Fitness
See AllGet the latest exercise tips, fitness challenges and workout trends to try at home for health and wellbeing.
18 exercises to tone your calves
Your calf muscles support the load of your lower body and propel you forward when doing activities like walking and running.
What is a VersaClimber? The cardio machine that burns more calories than a treadmill or rower
It may look like a torture device (and feel like it sometimes), but the machine burns more calories than the treadmill and rower.
What is 75 Hard? This 'mental toughness' program is helping people get in shape
If you miss one of the five daily tasks in 75 Hard, you must start over at day one.
How to use kettlebells to get a full-body workout
Are kettlebells more effective than dumbbells? It depends what your goals are. Here's everything you need to know.
Sleep
See AllTossing and turning? Unlock the secrets to better sleep with tips and tricks from the experts.
The 4-7-8 method is a sleep expert’s favorite trick for getting back to sleep
If you wake up in the middle of the night, this one's for you.
Tossing and turning? Unlock the secrets to better sleep with these expert tips
Get those zzz's with our Sleep Better TODAY guide.
70% of Americans aren't getting restorative sleep, new study finds
An analysis of data from more than 1,000 people who took a new type of sleep evaluation questionnaire revealed that sleep quality may be more important than sleep quantity.
Exclusive: Lindsey Vonn shares struggle with insomnia for the first time
The retired Olympic skier revealed on TODAY that she's struggled with the sleep disorder for nearly a decade.
Diet & Nutrition
See AllFrom plant-based to low-carb, choose an eating philosophy that will boost your health.
Is a weight-loss program the best way to lose weight?
Losing weight is one thing, but keeping it off is a bigger challenge. Here's how to choose a diet plan that will work for you.
Is the ayurvedic diet healthy? A dietitian explains the pros and cons
Want to take a more holistic approach to what's on your plate? Here's everything you need to know about the ayurvedic diet.
The 80/20 diet is balanced and flexible — but avoid this pitfall
The 80/20 diet is balanced and flexible, but there are some downsides to be aware of.
The Snake Diet boasts drastic weight-loss results. Here’s why it’s dangerous.
The Snake Diet’s claims of health transformations and six-pack abs are alluring, but there are a lot of red flags.